Tag: Utilities

• Mayor Adams Unveils $1 Billion Revitalization Plan for Coney Island Boardwalk

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  Dec 15

  Mayor Eric Adams announced a significant revitalization plan for the Coney Island boardwalk aimed at enhancing access to the beach while ensuring its resilience against future storms. The $1 billion… more ›

• 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 ›

• City Officials Address Urgent Infrastructure Improvements for Flood Mitigation and Transportation

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  Oct 16

  City officials recently discussed essential infrastructure improvements during a public meeting held on October 15, 2025. The session emphasized the local community’s concerns regarding development projects related to flood mitigation… more ›

• City Officials Seek Community Input on Critical Infrastructure Improvements Amid Urban Development Challenges

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  Oct 15

  City officials recently discussed essential infrastructure improvements during a public meeting held on October 15, 2025. The session focused primarily on the local community’s needs concerning ongoing development projects, particularly… more ›

• Jamaica Neighborhood Plan Approved: 12,000 New Homes and 7,000 Jobs Ahead

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  Oct 15

  The Jamaica Neighborhood Plan has received the City Council’s approval, setting the stage for significant urban development that aims to produce nearly 12,000 new housing units in Jamaica, Queens. This… 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 ›

• NYC Council Evaluates Big Apple Connect’s Impact on Digital Equity in Low-Income Areas

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  Apr 30

  The New York City Council held a public meeting on April 29, 2025, to evaluate the effectiveness of local broadband access programs, particularly Big Apple Connect, in promoting digital equity… more ›

• NYC Invests $40 Million to Modernize Hunts Point Market Amid Rising Food Prices

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  Apr 9

  New York City is taking significant steps to enhance its food storage infrastructure amid rising food prices, particularly at the Hunts Point Produce Market. Improvements are underway aimed at modernizing… more ›

• Concerns Rise Over Delays in Borough-Based Jails: Community Safety at Stake as Rikers Closure Deadline Approaches

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  Mar 20

  A recent public meeting addressed vital concerns regarding the timeline for the city’s borough-based jails and their implications for community safety. City officials outlined anticipated completion dates for these new… more ›

• City Council Takes Action on Fire Safety After Tragic Deaths in NYC

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  Mar 12

  The New York City Council convened on March 12, 2025, to address growing concerns over fire safety following the tragic deaths of community members in recent incidents. In particular, the… more ›

• New York City Braces for Major Snowstorm: Mayor Adams Outlines Safety Measures

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  Feb 18

  City officials prepared for an impending snowstorm and sub-freezing temperatures during a recent municipal meeting. Mayor Eric Adams briefed the public on the city’s extensive measures to ensure safety and… more ›

• Tablets Transform Communication and Commissary Access for Incarcerated Individuals, City Council Hears

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  Feb 17

  In a public meeting held on January 30, 2025, the City Council discussed the impact of introducing tablets in custody on interactions with commissary services. Officials noted that 84% of… more ›

• City Council Examines Impact of Kei Group’s Commissary Contract on Incarcerated Individuals’ Access to Essentials

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  Feb 17

  In a recent public meeting held on January 30, 2025, the New York City Council discussed the implications of the Kei Group’s commissary services contract on the access incarcerated individuals… more ›

• NYC Officials Outline Strategies for Addressing Flash Flooding in Non-Zone Areas

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  Feb 17

  City officials are taking steps to address flash flooding in neighborhoods throughout New York City, particularly in areas that are not officially designated as flood zones. During a recent meeting… more ›

• Community Organizations Key to NYC’s Flash Flood Preparedness, City Council Hears

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  Feb 17

  Emergency response planning for flash floods in New York City took center stage during a recent City Council hearing. The meeting, held by the Committee on Fire and Emergency Management,… more ›