Month: August 2024
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NYC News. Mayor Adams Announces City Hall, Other City Buildings to be lit Yellow Tonight in Honor of International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition
New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced that City Hall and other municipal buildings will be lit up yellow tonight in honor of International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition. “Today, we reflect on the inhumanity of slavery, remember those in Haiti who fought in the name of the…
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NYC Mayor Adams Announces Largest Civil Rights Settlement in City History, Protecting New Yorkers from Housing Discrimination
New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced a historic civil rights settlement against Parkchester Preservation Management, securing $1 million in penalties and 850 apartments for housing voucher holders. This landmark agreement, the largest of its kind in city history, addresses discriminatory practices that excluded tenants based on their income source. The settlement reinforces New York…
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NYC Housing Crisis: Mayor Eric Adams Signs Executive Order 43 to Prioritize Housing Production
On August 21, 2024, Mayor Eric Adams signed Executive Order 43 to combat New York City’s housing crisis by accelerating housing production on city-owned land. The order establishes an interagency task force to review potential development sites and update policies to support the creation of 500,000 new housing units. This initiative aims to address the…
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NYC Mayor Adams Directs Agencies to Identify City-Owned Land for Housing Development.
Democratic Mayor Adams wants to make living in basements the norm?Mayor Eric Adams does support the idea of making basement apartments a more viable and safe housing option in New York City as part of his broader strategy to address the city’s housing crisis. However, his goal is not to make living in basements the…
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White House news. National Security Advisors Jake Sullivan and Eduardo Año Discuss U.S.-Philippines Relations
U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan reaffirmed the strong U.S.-Philippines Alliance in a call with Philippine National Security Advisor Eduardo Año, highlighting $500 million in U.S. military financing to modernize Philippine forces. Sullivan condemned China’s collision with Philippine Coast Guard vessels in the South China Sea and reiterated the U.S. commitment to the Mutual Defense…
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New Yorkers Claim $345 Million Thanks to Mayor Adams’ Push for Enhanced Earned Income Tax Credit, Opens new Credit Union to Empower Local Communities. Video
New York City Mayor Eric Adams and DCWP Commissioner Vilda Vera Mayuga announced that the expanded NYC Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) provided $345 million in benefits to over 746,000 low-income New Yorkers in 2023, marking a 432% increase from the previous year. This expansion, advocated by Mayor Adams, was the first enhancement of the…
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NY State News. Governor Hochul Announces $16.5 Million is Now Available to Decarbonize Affordable Housing in New York City. But Why Spend if U.S. Temperature Records Haven’t Been Broken Since 1913?
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced $16.5 million in funding to decarbonize affordable housing in NYC, aiming to reduce fossil fuel use and improve indoor air quality. The Resilient and Equitable Decarbonization Initiative for Existing Buildings will provide funding for electrification and energy efficiency upgrades in affordable housing. This initiative supports New York’s broader climate…
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NYC Mayor Eric Adams Appears On ABC’s “Up Close With Bill Ritter”
Mayor Eric Adams appeared on ABC’s “Up Close With Bill Ritter” on August 18, 2024, discussing key issues facing New York City and national politics. He emphasized the importance of focusing on affordability, public safety, and economic recovery for the country while avoiding negative rhetoric. Adams expressed his support for Vice President Kamala Harris in…
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Mayor Adams and OLR Commissioner Announce Tentative Contract Agreement with United Probation Officers Association for Over 600 NYC Employees – August 2024
Mayor Eric Adams announced a tentative contract agreement with the United Probation Officers Association, benefiting over 600 municipal employees, with wage increases retroactive to November 2022. The agreement aims to improve recruitment and retention of probation officers, addressing current staffing challenges and enhancing public safety. The contract includes an 11-year step pay plan and aligns…
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Mayor Adams Applauds NYC Council’s Plan for 7,000 New Homes and 10,000 Jobs in Bronx Metro-North Area
Mayor Adams Celebrates City Council Approval of Plan to Create Approximately 7,000 new Homes and 10,000 Permanent Jobs in Bronx Metro-North Station Area Neighborhood – New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department of City Planning (DCP) Director and City Planning Commission (CPC) Chair Dan Garodnick today celebrated the New York City…
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New York News: Governor Hochul Appoints Judges to New York State Supreme Court, Appellate Division (Second Judicial Department)
Governor Kathy Hochul announced three new appointments to the New York State Supreme Court, Appellate Division, Second Judicial Department. These appointments highlight her commitment to ensuring the judiciary represents the diverse population of New York. The appointees, Hon. Donna Marie Golia, Hon. Phillip Hom, and Hon. James McCormack, bring decades of legal experience and are…
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Biden’s Clean Energy Jobs: Government Intervention or Free Market Distortion?
Statement from President Joe Biden on New Clean Energy Jobs President Joe Biden highlights the creation of over 330,000 new clean energy jobs since the Inflation Reduction Act, many of which are union jobs that don’t require a college degree. These jobs are driving a manufacturing boom, lowering energy costs for families, and expanding access to clean…
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NYC Mayor Adams Releases New Study: Sidewalk Sheds and Scaffolding Cost Manhattan Businesses Up to $9,500 Monthly. Video
Scaffolding plays a vital safety role in New York City, but its prolonged presence is causing significant issues. Mayor Adams and Deputy Mayor Joshi highlighted how excessive scaffolding negatively impacts businesses, safety, and quality of life, with some sheds remaining up for years due to financial incentives for building owners. The city is taking aggressive…
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New York Mayor Adams, Commissioner Mayuga Announce Lawsuit Against National Floors Direct Over Deceptive Business Practices
Following Investigation, Lawsuit Seeks Consumer Restitution, Civil Penalties, and Suspension or Revocation of National Floors Direct’s Home Improvement Contractor License. Lawsuit Alleges National Floors Direct Committed Nearly 2,500 Counts of Violations of Consumer Protection Laws After Receiving Frequent Complaints Detailing Regular Predatory and Deceptive Practices NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New…
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NYC Mayor Eric Adams Names Robert Tucker as 35th FDNY Fire Commissioner
New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced the appointment of, and swore in, Robert S. Tucker, Esq. as the 35th commissioner of the Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY). Tucker serves as secretary of the FDNY Foundation, is an honorary fire commissioner of the City of New York, and his first job ever in…
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NY Governor Hochul Allocates Over $12 Million to Dominican Center for Arts and Culture in Northern Manhattan – Controversy Over Potential Vote Bribery
Governor Kathy Hochul announced $12.5 million to establish the Dominican Center for the Arts and Culture in northern Manhattan, led by the Dominican Studies Institute at City College of New York. The Center will feature a museum, theater, children’s library, and an oral history project, all dedicated to celebrating Dominican arts and culture. This investment…
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Statement from National Security Council Spokesperson Sean Savett on Israeli Strike in Gaza
The National Security Council (NSC) has expressed serious concern over civilian casualties in Gaza resulting from an Israeli Defense Forces strike on a compound that included a school. While acknowledging that Hamas uses schools for operations, the NSC stresses the need for Israel to minimize civilian harm and seeks further details on the strike’s context.…
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White House: Biden Supports Israel, Negotiates Hostage Deal, and Sends New Security Aid to Ukraine
John Kirby, the White House National Security Communications Advisor, discussed President Biden’s ongoing efforts to support Israel amid tensions in the Middle East, including preparations to defend against potential attacks from Iran and Hezbollah. He emphasized the importance of a hostage deal negotiated with Qatar and Egypt, which aims to secure the release of hostages…
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Mayor Eric Adams Discusses NYC’s Storm Debby Preparations on WABC’s ‘Eyewitness News at Noon’
New York City Mayor Eric Adams appeared live on WABC’s “Eyewitness News at Noon” on August 9, 2024, to discuss the city’s preparedness for the remnants of Storm Debby. Mayor Adams highlighted the city’s efforts to mitigate flooding risks, including pre-positioning response teams and advising residents to avoid travel during the storm. He also emphasized…
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NYC Mayor Adams and Norman Siegel Celebrate Major Increase in Homeless New Yorkers Connected to Housing Through Street Advocacy Project
New York City Mayor Eric Adams and civil rights advocate Norman Siegel celebrated the two-year success of the Street Homelessness Advocacy Project (SHAP), which trains volunteers to help homeless New Yorkers connect with supportive services. Over its second year, SHAP increased its success rate from 33% to nearly 50%, with 223 out of 451 homeless…