Category: New York City

• Mayor Mamdani’s Executive Order Shields NYC Immigrants from ICE Actions

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  Feb 9

  ### What’s happening – Mayor Zohran Mamdani signed an executive order protecting immigrant communities in New York City. – The order prohibits ICE from entering city property without a judicial… more ›

• Mayor Mamdani Unveils Ambitious Plan to Expand Child Care Services in NYC

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  Feb 6

  ### What’s happening – Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced an expansion of child care services in NYC, including a new program for two-year-olds. – New applications for child care providers will… more ›

• New Mayor’s Office of Equity and Racial Justice Launched to Combat Systemic Inequalities in NYC

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  Feb 6

  ### What’s happening – Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced the launch of the Mayor’s Office of Equity and Racial Justice. – Afia Atamemensa was appointed as the Chief Equity Officer and… more ›

• Just Home Program Relaunched to Provide Supportive Housing for Individuals Exiting Incarceration

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  Feb 6

  ### What’s happening – Mayor Zoran Mamdani announced the reactivation of the Just Home program for supportive housing. – The initiative creates 83 affordable apartments for New Yorkers with complex… more ›

• Mayor Mamdani Unveils $1.21 Billion Universal Childcare Initiative for NYC Families

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  Feb 6

  ### What’s happening – Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a $1.21 billion investment in universal childcare. – The investment aims to fix the 3-K program and provide childcare for two-year-olds. –… more ›

• NYC Secures $5.2 Million in Restitution for Delivery Workers as Mayor Mamdani Strengthens Gig Economy Protections

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  Feb 6

  ### What’s happening – Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced $5.2 million in restitution for delivery workers on January 30, 2026. – The Department of Consumer and Worker Protection holds Uber Eats,… more ›

• Mayor Mamdani to Hold ‘Rental Ripoff’ Hearings Across NYC to Address Tenant Concerns

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  Feb 6

  ### What’s happening – Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced “Rental Ripoff” hearings across all five boroughs starting in January 2026. – The Department of Housing Preservation and Development is responsible for… more ›

• Mayor Mamdani Launches Office of Mass Engagement to Boost Civic Participation in NYC

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  Feb 6

  ### What’s happening – Mayor Zohran Mamdani established the Mayor’s Office of Mass Engagement. – Tascha Van Auken was appointed as its Commissioner. – The office’s initiatives take effect immediately.… more ›

• Public Hearing Highlights Urgent Need to Protect Right to Shelter for Immigrants as Steven Banks is Nominated Corporation Counsel

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  Feb 5

  ### What’s happening – The New York City Council held a public hearing on Steven Banks’ nomination as Corporation Counsel. – The hearing focused on the city’s right to shelter… more ›

• New York City Council Advances Steven Banks’ Nomination for Corporation Counsel Amid Staffing Concerns

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  Feb 5

  ### What’s happening – Steven Banks was nominated for Corporation Counsel of New York City. – The New York City Council Committee on Rules hosted the hearing on February 4,… more ›

• City Council Launches Bold Affordable Housing Initiative to Tackle NYC’s Rental Crisis

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  Feb 5

  ### What’s happening – The New York City Council is launching a proactive affordable housing initiative. – City Council Speaker Julie Menin announced the plan on February 4, 2026. –… more ›

• City Announces $38.4 Million Investment for Reliable Heating at Beach 41st Street Houses

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  Feb 5

  ### What’s happening – The City is investing $38.4 million to improve heating infrastructure at Beach 41st Street Houses. – Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced the initiative today, February 4, 2026.… more ›

• NYC Council Reviews Controversial Residential Zoning Proposals Amid Community Concerns

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  Feb 4

  ### What’s happening – The NYC Council is reviewing residential zoning proposals for mixed-use buildings in Queens. – Developers plan to address traffic with improved parking garage entrances and community… more ›

• NYC Launches Free Tax Preparation Program for 2026, Easing Financial Burdens for Low-Income Residents

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  Feb 4

  ### What’s happening – The NYC Free Tax Preparation Program has launched for the 2026 tax season. – Mayor Mamdani and the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection oversee this… more ›

• New Disinfection Facilities Set to Improve Water Quality in Flushing Creek by 2029

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  Feb 4

  ### What’s happening – The City Planning Commission approved new disinfection facilities for Flushing Creek. – The Department of Environmental Protection and the Department of Citywide Administrative Services are responsible.… more ›