Tag: Adams
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NYC News. Mayor Adams Breaks Ground on New Stapleton Waterfront Esplanade, Advancing $400 Million Staten Island North Shore Action Plan with New Housing, School, and Public Spaces
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has broken ground on the New Stapleton Waterfront Esplanade, marking a significant step in the Staten Island North Shore Action Plan. This $400 million initiative will bring over 2,100 mixed-income housing units, a 600-seat public school, and 12 acres of public space to Staten Island’s North Shore. With a…
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NYC Mayor Adams Delivers Key Address: Full Transcript of September 12, 2024 Speech
In his address on September 12, 2024, NYC Mayor Eric Adams addressed recent investigations affecting his administration and reaffirmed his commitment to upholding the law. He announced the resignation of NYPD Commissioner Edward Caban, praising his efforts in reducing crime and ensuring public safety. The Mayor also introduced Tom Donlon as the interim police commissioner,…
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Mayor Adams Unveils NYC’s Next-Level Flood Prevention Plan to Protect Residents and Save Money
New York City Mayor Eric Adams marked the third anniversary of Hurricane Ida by announcing significant new and ongoing initiatives to protect the city from flooding and climate-related threats. With over $1.2 billion invested in infrastructure improvements across all five boroughs, the city is enhancing drainage capacity, installing flood sensors, and developing innovative solutions like…
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NYC Mayor Eric Adams Addresses Federal Investigations, Crime Rates, and Migrant Crisis on FOX 5
In his recent FOX 5 interview, Mayor Eric Adams tackled pressing issues from federal investigations to rising crime rates, reassuring New Yorkers of his unwavering commitment to the city. Despite high-profile raids and public concern, Adams highlighted significant declines in crime and strategic policing efforts. He also defended a controversial plan to incentivize migrants to…
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Mayor Adams Unveils 24 New School Buildings to Kick Off 2024-2025 School Year
Mayor Eric Adams, Schools Chancellor David Banks, and SCA President Nina Kubota announced the opening of 24 new school buildings across New York City, providing 11,010 additional seats for the 2024-2025 school year. This expansion, the largest since 2003, adds to over 20,000 seats created during Adams’ administration and is supported by the new 2025-2029…
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Mayor Adams Announces $3 Billion Expansion of NYC 3-K Programs and Addresses Public Safety Concerns
Mayor Adams Appears Live on PIX11’s “PIX11 Morning News” Mayor Eric Adams discussed New York City’s significant investment in early childhood education on PIX11’s “Morning News,” highlighting the $3 billion commitment, including $42 million for special education and $25 million for undocumented families. He emphasized the city’s comprehensive approach, involving multiple agencies and outreach initiatives…
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Mayor Adams Unveils Historic 10-Point Plan: $3 Billion Investment to Revolutionize NYC Child Care – Find Out How It Could Impact Your Family
Mayor Adams and the City Council have unveiled a groundbreaking $3 billion investment plan, boosted by an additional $100 million in the FY25 budget, to transform NYC’s early childhood education system. This historic initiative will reallocate resources to better meet community needs, connect families with unfilled 3-K seats, and support child care providers. The new…
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Mayor Adams on Tackling Homelessness, Free Travel from NJ, and Boosting NYC Tourism
NYC Mayor Adams Holds In-Person Media Availability Mayor Adams addressed homelessness in areas like Penn Station, emphasizing new measures to provide care and tackle chronic issues despite criticism. He also discussed the temporary free travel initiative from New Jersey to New York, noting its limited scope while encouraging tourists to visit and spend money in…
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NYC Mayor Adams Launches “Money in Your Pocket” Initiative Across More Than 20 Neighborhoods to Help Deliver Benefits Directly to New Yorkers, Make New York City More Affordable
The “Money in Your Pocket” initiative directly benefits New Yorkers by connecting them to over 70 city, state, and federal programs that can help make living in New York City more affordable. Trained city staff and CUNY students will visit more than 20 underserved neighborhoods and NYCHA buildings weekly, ensuring that eligible residents can access…
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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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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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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 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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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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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…
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NYC Mayor Adams on 94.7 the Block’s ‘Jonesy in the Morning’: Analyzing His Rainy Climate Speech and Critics’ Responses
Mayor Eric Adams appeared on 94.7 the Block’s “Jonesy in the Morning,” where he discussed the city’s recent flooding due to heavy rain and the need to adapt infrastructure to better handle such weather events. Adams shared his thoughts on the importance of being authentic and maintaining faith during challenging times, drawing from his personal…