Category: NYC Mayor’s Office

• City Budget Targets $554 Million for Homeless Shelters Amid Rising Crisis

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  Jan 16

  The city plans to allocate $554 million in its proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2026 toward homeless shelter services, reflecting an urgent response to rising shelter populations. During a recent… more ›

• Mayor Adams Tackles Retiree Healthcare Concerns at NYC Town Hall

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  Jan 16

  Mayor Eric Adams addressed concerns about healthcare for retirees during a town hall focused on older adults in New York City. The meeting, which took place on January 9, 2024,… more ›

• Mayor Eric Adams Unveils Historic $650 Million Initiative to Combat Homelessness and Mental Health Crisis in NYC

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  Jan 16

  Mayor Eric Adams announced a comprehensive $650 million initiative aimed at tackling homelessness and mental health issues in New York City, prioritizing the city’s street homeless population and individuals with… more ›

• Elmhurst Emerges Stronger: Enhancements in Public Health Preparedness Post-COVID-19

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  Jan 15

  Elmhurst, once the epicenter of the COVID-19 pandemic, has significantly bolstered its public health preparedness since those challenging times. Local officials and public health leaders highlighted various improvements during a… more ›

• New York City Sets 2030 Goal for Comprehensive Financial Education in Schools

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  Jan 15

  New York City officials have set an ambitious goal to ensure all students receive financial education by 2030. During a recent public meeting, city leaders announced plans to place a… more ›

• New York City Boosts Subway Security with 200 More Officers Amid Rising Safety Concerns

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  Jan 15

  City officials indicated plans to increase police presence as a strategy to improve safety in New York City’s subway system. During an in-person media availability on January 13, 2025, Mayor… more ›

• Mayor Adams Signs Key Bills to Boost Health Coverage and School Safety

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  Jan 15

  During a public meeting on January 13, 2025, Mayor Eric Adams signed two important pieces of legislation intended to enhance health insurance access for city employees and bolster security measures… more ›

• Mayor Adams Unveils Bold Plan to Combat NYC Homelessness and Mental Health Crisis

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  Jan 9

  Mayor Eric Adams outlined the administration’s strategies to address homelessness and mental health challenges in New York City during his fourth State of the City Address at the Apollo Theater… more ›

• Residents Urge City to Act on Homelessness, Crime, and Safety Issues

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  Jan 8

  In a recent public meeting concerning public safety, mental health, and housing strategies, residents raised pressing questions about New York City’s response to homelessness and crime. Community members expressed concern… more ›

• NYC Enhances Subway Safety with Police Presence and Structural Improvements

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  Jan 8

  New York City is taking significant steps to enhance subway platform safety through structural improvements and increased police presence. Mayor Eric Adams highlighted the need for subway gates during a… more ›

• Mayor Defends NYPD Overtime Spending Amidst Public Safety Concerns

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  Jan 8

  Mayor Eric Adams addressed persistent criticisms regarding the New York Police Department’s overtime spending during a recent media availability. With costs reaching $1 billion last year, concerns surfaced about mismanagement… more ›

• Adams Proposes Involuntary Hospitalization Policy for Mental Health Crisis

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  Jan 8

  Mayor Eric Adams outlined the rationale behind a proposed involuntary hospitalization policy for individuals grappling with severe mental health issues during a recent media availability at City Hall. Mayor Adams… more ›

• 200 More Officers Deployed in NYC Subway to Combat Safety Perceptions

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  Jan 8

  Mayor Eric Adams announced that the New York City subway system will see an additional 200 police officers in an effort to improve public safety and address concerns regarding crime… more ›

• Mayor Adams Addresses NYC Housing Crisis with Charter Reforms

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  Jan 8

  Mayor Eric Adams provided insights on the ongoing housing crisis in New York City during a media availability held on January 7, 2025. He emphasized the important role of the… more ›

• New York City Tackles Mental Health and Public Safety Challenges

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  Jan 8

  Mayor Eric Adams outlined his administration’s strategy for addressing the intertwining challenges of mental health crises and public safety in New York City during a recent media availability at City… more ›