Tag: Public Safety

• East New York’s Jewel Streets Set for Major Flood Relief Plan as Mayor Unveils $146 Million Infrastructure Overhaul

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  Oct 21

  Residents of Jewel Streets in East New York can expect significant improvements to alleviate persistent flooding issues, thanks to an announced infrastructure and community development plan. Mayor Eric Adams unveiled… more ›

• Jamaica Neighborhood Plan Set to Create 12,000 Homes and 7,000 Jobs Amid Community Concerns

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  Oct 21

  The City Planning Commission (CPC) has taken notable strides in advancing the Jamaica Neighborhood Plan, which aims to transform housing and job opportunities within this diverse community. During a recent… more ›

• NYC’s City Council Pushes Forward Proposals to Enhance Support for Survivors of Gender-Based Violence

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  Oct 17

  Advocates and city officials gathered on October 16, 2025, to discuss key legislative proposals aimed at improving support for survivors of gender-based violence in New York City. The meeting focused… more ›

• Public Meeting Convenes to Reform Burial Practices at Hart Island Amid Rising Groundwater Concerns

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  Oct 17

  City officials recently convened a public meeting to discuss Resolution 1408, aimed at reforming burial practices at Hart Island, New York City’s public burial ground. The hearing, held on October… more ›

• NYC Unveils New Domestic Violence Unit to Combat Rising Cases and Support Survivors

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  Oct 17

  New York City officials launched a new Domestic Violence Unit within the NYPD to combat rising domestic violence rates and improve victim support. Mayor Eric Adams and NYPD Commissioner Jessica… more ›

• Community Voices Concerns Over Traffic Surge as NYC Development Plans Unfold

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  Oct 17

  City officials discussed potential traffic congestion and mitigation strategies during a public meeting on new neighborhood development plans held on October 16, 2025. As Long Island City prepares for over… more ›

• NYC Council Tackles Domestic Violence: Proposals Aim to Enhance Support for Survivors

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  Oct 16

  The New York City Council held an oversight hearing on October 16, 2025, to examine domestic and gender-based violence data and consider legislative proposals aimed at improving support for survivors.… more ›

• NYPD Launches New Domestic Violence Unit to Better Protect and Support Survivors

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  Oct 16

  The New York City Police Department (NYPD) announced the establishment of a new Domestic Violence Unit aimed at enhancing support and protection for survivors. This initiative, introduced by Mayor Eric… more ›

• City Officials Tackle Traffic and Flood Concerns at Public Infrastructure Meeting

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  Oct 16

  City officials addressed key infrastructure projects during a public meeting held on October 15, 2025, focusing on anticipated traffic impacts as well as flood mitigation in light of upcoming developments.… more ›

• NYC Council Discusses Landmark Preservation Amid Urban Development Concerns

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  Oct 16

  The New York City Council’s Subcommittee on Landmarks, Public Sightings, and Dispositions convened on October 15, 2025, to discuss vital measures for protecting designated landmarks. The hearing provided a platform… more ›

• Community Engagement Key to Upcoming Landmark Projects Amid Housing Crisis

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  Oct 16

  A recent public meeting convened by the Subcommittee on Landmarks, Public Sightings, and Dispositions highlighted various upcoming landmark projects that could significantly impact local communities. Councilmember Sandiners presided over the… more ›

• New York City Council Explores Balancing Development and Historic Preservation in Landmark Hearing

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  Oct 15

  The New York City Council held a hearing on October 15, 2025, focusing on the subcommittee responsible for landmarks, public sightings, and dispositions. The meeting aimed to address several critical… more ›

• Mayor Adams Unveils Holistic Strategy to Tackle Subway Homelessness and Safety

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  Oct 15

  City officials emphasized a comprehensive strategy during a recent public meeting to enhance subway safety, with a significant focus on addressing both homelessness and mental health issues affecting New York… more ›

• City Leaders Aim to Boost Subway Safety as Crime Declines

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  Oct 15

  City officials are focused on sustaining the recent decline in crime rates while addressing perceptions of safety in New York City’s subway system. During a public announcement at the Times… more ›

• City Planning Commission Discusses Environmental Impact of New Sewer Disinfection Facilities in Flushing Creek

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  Oct 15

  The City Planning Commission (CPC) held a session on October 6 to discuss the environmental impact of two proposed disinfection facilities for combined sewer overflows (CSOs) in Flushing Creek, Queens.… more ›