Tag: New York
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Mayor Adams Announces Tentative Agreement Between Council of School Supervisors and Administrators and Day Care Council of New York to Deliver Raises for Child Care Administrators
The tentative agreement has been negotiated between DCCNY and CSA — which covers 150 directors and and assistant directors at publicly-funded child care centers and family child care programs throughout New York City (for 150,000 children). This agreement provides wage increases, a ratification bonus, annual retention bonuses, and additional salary for those supervising extended day…
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Governor Hochul Awards $19 Million to Finger Lakes Communities for Downtown Revitalization
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced $19 million in funding for Finger Lakes communities through the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) and NY Forward Program. Canandaigua will receive $10 million, while the Villages of Brockport and Phelps will each receive $4.5 million to enhance economic growth, housing, and public infrastructure. These investments support Governor Hochul’s Pro-Housing Communities…
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New York. Mayor Eric Adams Discusses Immigration, Economy, and Safety on WABC’s “Tiempo”
Mayor Eric Adams sat down with WABC’s “Tiempo” to discuss pressing issues affecting Latino communities in New York City, including immigration policies, economic challenges, and public safety. Addressing concerns over mass deportations, Adams reassured undocumented immigrants that New York remains a sanctuary city, while emphasizing his commitment to working with federal authorities on crime-related immigration…
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Emergency Executive Order 743 Extending Measures to Address Asylum Seeker Crisis in New York City
February 7, 2025 WHEREAS, over the past several months, thousands of asylum seekers have been arriving in New York City, from the Southern border, without having any immediate plans for shelter; and WHEREAS, the City now faces an unprecedented humanitarian crisis that requires it to take extraordinary measures to meet the immediate needs of the…
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Emergency Executive Order 742: Addressing Safety and Compliance Challenges in NYC Correctional Facilities
February 7, 2025 WHEREAS, it is of utmost importance to protect the health and safety of all persons in the custody of the Department of Correction (“DOC”), and of all officers and persons who work in the City of New York jails and who transport persons in custody to court and other facilities, and the…
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New York. Governor Hochul is a Guest on CNN’s “Laura Coates Live”
Governor Hochul: “We anticipated a situation like this as soon as we lost that fundamental right to reproductive freedom that we had for such a long time until the overturning of Roe v. Wade. We immediately, in our state capitol, set to create a shield law to protect our doctors for just a case like…
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Mayor Eric Adams Invests $2M to Expand Apprenticeships in Healthcare, Tech, and Child Care
Mayor Adams Announces $2 Million Investment to Build and Expand Apprenticeships Across Diverse Sectors Funding Will Create New Apprenticeship Opportunities for New Yorkers in Child Care, Nursing, Information Technology, and More. New Programs Expected to Serve Over 300 Apprentices, Help New York City Reach Mayor Adams’ ’30×30′ Moonshot Apprenticeship Goal. Investment Part of Adams Administration’s…
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NYC Council Leaders Testify on FY 2026 State Budget, Urging Fair Funding & Investment in Key Services
Speaker Adrienne Adams and Finance Chair Justin Brannan Offer Testimony on Fiscal Year 2026 State Budget at Joint NYS Senate & Assembly Hearing on Local Government – Today, New York City Council Speaker Adrienne E. Adams submitted testimony on the Executive Budget for State Fiscal Year 2026 and Finance Committee Chair Justin Brannan delivered testimony before…
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Mayor Adams Announces $2M Expansion of “Jobs NYC” to Boost Employment in Disadvantaged Communities
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has announced a $2 million investment to expand the “Jobs NYC” initiative, bringing hiring halls and workforce training directly to economically disadvantaged communities. This expansion, part of the city’s “Jobs Week,” aims to connect residents with public- and private-sector job opportunities, supporting Mayor Adams’ commitment to making NYC the…
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Mayor Adams Urges Albany to Support Tax Cuts, Mental Health Reforms & Asylum Aid in Testimony
New York City Mayor Eric Adams testified before the New York State Senate and Assembly, advocating for tax relief, mental health reforms, and justice system improvements. His “Axe the Tax for the Working Class” proposal aims to cut city income taxes for low-income New Yorkers, while the “Supportive Interventions Act” seeks better mental health care…
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New York. Governor Hochul Appears on MSNBC’s ‘The Weekend’ and Criticizes Trump
Earlier today, Governor Kathy Hochul was a guest on MSNBC’s “The Weekend” with Symone Sanders Townsend, Michael Steele and Alicia Menendez. A rush transcript of the Governor’s remarks is available below: Symone Sanders Townsend, MSNBC: Well, President Donald Trump just defended his tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China, saying online in part, quote, “Will there be…
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Got a Big Idea for Your Neighborhood? Score Up to $5K to Make It Happen!
Got a plan to transform your block but don’t know where to start? Whether it’s a community garden, a street beautification project, or a boost for your small business, Citizens Committee for New York City is handing out grants of up to $5,000 to turn your vision into reality. Funding New York’s Changemakers This NYC-based…
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NY Governor Hochul’s Plan to Reform Discovery Laws Gains District Attorneys’ Support to Fight Recidivism & Protect Victims. Video
Governor Kathy Hochul, joined by district attorneys from across New York, announced a plan to streamline New York’s discovery laws to prevent case dismissals on technicalities, reduce trial delays, and combat recidivism. Backed by the District Attorneys Association of the State of New York (DAASNY), the proposal aims to close loopholes that hinder justice for…
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Governor Hochul & NY DMV Recover Over 300 Stolen Vehicles, Services Worth $11 Million in 2024
In a significant victory for New York consumers, Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) recovered more than $11 million in stolen vehicles, parts, services, and lost titles in 2024. Working closely with dealers and repair shops, the DMV assisted 474 customers in recouping funds and vehicle titles,…
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NYC Bets Big on AI Boom—Mayor Adams Unveils Bold Plan to Lead the Future
Mayor Eric Adams and NYCEDC just dropped a game-changing report to cement New York City as the world’s Applied AI powerhouse. Backed by a $3 million investment in the new NYC AI Nexus, the city is fueling AI innovation, connecting startups with businesses, and creating thousands of future-proof jobs. Teaming up with OpenAI, NYC is…
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NYC Mayor Adams & Commissioner Rodriguez Celebrate 500,000th Pothole Filled, Highlighting Record Pothole Resolution and Street Repaving Efforts
Mayor Eric Adams and DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez announced the filling of NYC’s 500,000th pothole under the current administration, marking a significant achievement in improving road safety. Thanks to a strong investment in regular street repaving, pothole complaints are being resolved in under 2 days—more than twice as fast as previous administrations. With nearly 1,200…
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New York. Governor Hochul Announces Safer Streets as Gun Violence in Communities Participating in the State’s Gun Involved Violence Elimination (GIVE) Initiative Declined to Lowest Level on Record
Governor Kathy Hochul … announced that gun violence in communities participating in the state’s Gun Involved Violence Elimination (GIVE) initiative declined to its lowest level on record last year. New York State began tracking this data in communities outside of New York City in 2006. Shooting incidents with injury declined 28 percent in 2024 compared…
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Governor Hochul Announces Free Community College for Adults in New York to Boost Workforce
Governor Kathy Hochul has unveiled a plan to provide free community college tuition for adult learners aged 25-55 in New York State, aiming to enhance workforce development and fill high-demand jobs in sectors like technology, healthcare, and engineering. Announced at Onondaga Community College, the initiative, called “New York State Opportunity Promise,” is part of Hochul’s…
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New York. Governor Hochul Announces $75 Million Executive Budget Plan to Modernize the Institute for Basic Research on Staten Island
Hochul Proposes $75 Million to Modernize Staten Island Research Institute Governor Kathy Hochul has unveiled a $75 million proposal in her FY 2026 Executive Budget to revitalize the Institute for Basic Research in Developmental Disabilities on Staten Island. The investment, the largest in the institute’s history, will establish a state-of-the-art Genomic Core Facility to expand…
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New York. Governor Hochul Announces GE Vernova to Invest $96 Million to Drive Energy Innovation at Advanced Research Center in Niskayuna
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that GE Vernova has committed to investing at least $96 million into the company’s Advanced Research Center in Niskayuna, Schenectady County. The company plans to create 75 new jobs on-site, strengthening the Center’s electrification and decarbonization efforts, while advancing transformative technologies including carbon dioxide removal, alternative fuels for power generation…