Tag: Housing

• Historic Appointment: Stanley Richards Becomes First Formerly Incarcerated Commissioner of NYC Correction Department

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  Feb 2

  Mayor Mamdani recently appointed five new city commissioners, including Stanley Richards as the first formerly incarcerated individual to lead the Department of Correction. This historic appointment aims to bring about… more ›

• Community Voices Shape NYC’s Budget Decisions as Feedback Process Kicks Off

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  Jan 31

  New York City’s budget season is officially underway, and community feedback is playing a crucial role in shaping its financial decisions. The city’s budget, which encompasses essential services such as… more ›

• NYC Budget Planning: Prioritizing Homelessness, Education, and Immigrant Support Amid Fiscal Challenges

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  Jan 31

  As New York City enters the critical budget planning phase for fiscal year 2026, officials have underscored the importance of prioritizing essential services. The city plans to allocate significant resources… more ›

• Mayor Mamdani Unveils Leadership Changes While Addressing Winter Safety and City Reforms

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  Jan 27

  City officials are working to address the challenges posed by ongoing extreme winter weather while introducing new leadership to key municipal departments. During a recent press conference, Mayor Zohran Mamdani… more ›

• City Launches Urgent Outreach to Protect Homeless Amid Extreme Cold Weather Crisis

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  Jan 27

  City officials have announced extensive strategies to safeguard homeless individuals amid the ongoing extreme cold weather. During a press conference held on January 27, 2026, Mayor Zohran Mamdani provided updates… more ›

• New York City’s Flawless Winter Storm Response: Community and Coordination Shine Amidst Snowfall

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  Jan 26

  New York City effectively coordinated its response to a recent winter storm, which brought significant snowfall across the boroughs, thanks to meticulous planning and community collaboration. The storm, marked as… more ›

• Baobab Village: A Community-Driven Solution to East New York’s Housing Crisis

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  Jan 23

  The proposed Baobab Village has sparked interest in East New York as a community-driven response to the housing crisis, promising significant affordable housing options. At a public scoping meeting held… more ›

• City Planning Commission Faces Community Concerns Over Infrastructure Strain Amid Proposed Developments

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  Jan 22

  During the City Planning Commission meeting held on January 21, 2026, concerns emerged over how proposed developments might strain the existing infrastructure, particularly regarding transportation and utilities. As plans for… more ›

• Mayor Mamdani Revives Just Home Initiative to Provide Supportive Housing for Formerly Incarcerated New Yorkers

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  Jan 20

  Mayor Mamdani recently announced the reactivation of the Just Home housing initiative, which aims to create supportive and affordable housing for New Yorkers exiting incarceration. This project addresses a pressing… more ›

• City Secures $2.1 Million Settlement with A&E Real Estate to Improve Tenant Conditions Across 14 Buildings

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  Jan 19

  City officials announced a significant settlement with A&E Real Estate aimed at correcting severe tenant violations in 14 of its buildings across multiple boroughs. This settlement arises after years of… more ›

• Deputy Speaker Dr. Natasha Williams Unveils Bold Agenda to Address Inequities in NYC

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  Jan 16

  Deputy Speaker Dr. Natasha Williams outlined her ambitious initiatives during her first New York City Council meeting on January 15, 2026. Focusing on cultural affairs, workforce development, and systemic inequities,… more ›

• New York City Launches Mayor’s Office of Equity and Racial Justice to Combat Systemic Inequities

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  Jan 16

  Mayor Zohran Mamdani recently announced the launch of the new Mayor’s Office of Equity and Racial Justice (MOERJ) in New York City, aimed at addressing longstanding racial disparities in housing,… more ›

• NYC Council Unveils New Initiatives to Ensure Universal Access to Early Childhood Education

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  Jan 16

  During a recent meeting of the New York City Council, officials outlined strategies to enhance early childhood education and ensure universal access to such programs across the city. Speaker Julie… more ›

• New York City Appoints Rafael Espinal as Media and Entertainment Commissioner to Support Artists

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  Jan 13

  New York City’s Mayor Zohran Mamdani has appointed Rafael Espinal as the new Commissioner of the Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment (MOME) to support the city’s artists. Espinal aims… more ›

• Mayor Mamdani Pushes for Arts Accessibility in NYC with 1,500 Free Tickets to Under the Radar Festival

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  Jan 10

  New York City’s commitment to making arts more accessible to lower-income residents continues to gain momentum as Mayor Zohran Mamdani promotes initiatives that enhance affordability. Recently, the mayor joined the… more ›