Tag: NYC
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Ari Kagan Insights 2024
The speech by former New York City Council Member Ari Kagan about recent events in New York and his current work and plans.
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NYC Mayor Eric Adams, DC 37 Launch Compressed Workweek Pilot for New York City Employees who Cannot Work Remotely
New Option to Allow Agencies to Schedule Eligible Employees for Four-Day Workweeks as Long as Employees Still Work Same Number of Hours as Five-Day Workweek NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric Adams and District Council 37 (DC 37) Executive Director Henry Garrido today announced a new pilot program offering DC 37 members work flexibility…
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New York. Mayor Adams Announces Record Number of Affordable Homes Created in 2023, Makes Urgent Case for Albany Action as Private Construction Slows. Video
New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced that his administration has once again broken records for producing much-needed affordable housing amid a severe housing shortage in the five boroughs. As private construction activity slows following the expiration of a critical affordable housing creation tool, Mayor Adams reiterated an urgent call for state lawmakers in…
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SENATOR CHUCK SCHUMER SECURES $15 MILLION FOR NEW YORK STATE FROM THE BIPARTISAN INFRASTRUCTURE & JOBS LAW TO INSTALL NEW ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS ACROSS NEW YORK
U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced he has secured $15 million in federal funding for New York State to help install new electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at over 200 locations across the state. The funding comes from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Grant Program, which the senator created…
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Mayor Eric Adams Restores Funding for Community Schools, Makes new Investments in Summer Rising for Young New Yorkers
Deputy Mayor Ana Almanzar, Strategic Initiatives: Good afternoon and thank you all for joining us here today. I am Ana J. Almanzar, deputy mayor for Strategic Initiatives. We’re here today to acknowledge our city’s investment in the academic success and social enrichment of our young people. Our mayor has exciting budget‑related news to share with you,…
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New York Mayor Eric Adams Appears on WCNY’s “The Capitol Pressroom”
David Lombardo: On Tuesday, Governor Kathy Hochul delivered her third State of the State address which included a plan to develop more housing in the five boroughs, a plan that got a thumbs up from New York City Mayor Eric Adams who was in the Assembly chamber at the Capitol for the speech. And Mayor Adams…
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Mayor Eric Adams Restores Funding for Community Schools, Makes new Investments in Summer Rising for Young New Yorkers
Deputy Mayor Ana Almanzar, Strategic Initiatives: Good afternoon and thank you all for joining us here today. I am Ana J. Almanzar, deputy mayor for Strategic Initiatives. We’re here today to acknowledge our city’s investment in the academic success and social enrichment of our young people. Our mayor has exciting budget‑related news to share with you,…
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NYC Mayor Adams’ Statement Following New York Governor Hochul’s State of the State Address
NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric Adams today released the following statement after New York Governor Kathy Hochul delivered her 2024 State of the State Address: “Governor Hochul and I have been true partners throughout our time in office, and in her State of the State Address today, she laid out a clear vision…
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NY Attorney General James Announces Settlement with Former NRA Senior Strategist on Eve of Trial
Joshua Powell was One of the Defendants in AG James’ Ongoing Case Against the National Rifle AssociationPowell Admitted to AG James Claims of Wrongdoing against NRA and Defendants NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced that Joshua Powell, former National Rifle Association (NRA) Executive Director of Operations and Chief of Staff…
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Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis Sounds Alarm on Potential Voter Registration at NYC Migrant Shelters
(STATEN ISLAND, NY) – Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11) today joined local elected officials in sounding the alarm on New York City potentially registering tens of thousands of noncitizens at New York City migrant shelters to vote. Malliotakis filed a Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) request to receive the contract between New York City and Homes for…
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NYC Mayor Eric Adams Announces Suit Against Texas Charter Bus Companies – Video
New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Corporation Counsel Sylvia O. Hinds-Radix today announced a lawsuit against 17 charter bus and transportation companies that seeks to recoup all costs New York City has incurred providing emergency shelter and services to migrants transported by the charter bus companies — totaling at least approximately…
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NYC. LIVE VIDEO FROM TIMES SQUARE NEW YEAR’S EVE 2024
The New Year’s Eve ball drop event in Times Square, New York City, will be live-streamed on various platforms, providing audiences with the opportunity to witness the iconic celebration. This includes the live stream on BigNY.com and MidtownTribune.com, offering a front-row seat to the festivities as the city ushers in the new year. Additionally, the…
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Times Square New Year’s Eve 2024 Full Schedule:
6:00pm to 6:03pmLighting and Raising the Times Square New Year’s Eve BallThe celebration begins atop One Times Square with the lighting and raising of the New Year’s Eve Ball where representatives from Carnival Cruise Line and Times Square New Year’s Eve flip the giant switch that lights the New Year’s Eve Ball accompanied by special…
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NYC – Countdown in Comfort: Essential Guidelines and Prohibited Items for Watching the Times Square Ball Drop
If you’re headed to Times Square for the ball drop, bundle up and keep in mind these prohibited items: backpacks, large bags, umbrellas, folding chairs, picnic blankets, big coolers, and alcoholic drinks. Stay safe, enjoy the night, and wishing you a joyous #NewYearsEve! Source : @NYCMayor Mayor Eric Adams – Midtown Tribune news –Big New…
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NYC Mayor Eric Adams Appears Live on “CNN This Morning”
…. Mayor Eric Adams: For many months we were able to keep the visualization of this crisis from hitting our streets but we have reached the breaking point. Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson: All of our cities have reached the point where we are either close to capacity or nearly out of room. Denver Mayor Mike Johnston: We need…
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Mayor Adams Delivers Remarks At NYPD Recruit Graduation Ceremony
First Deputy Commissioner Tania Kinsella, Police Department: Good morning, everyone. Mayor Adams, family, friends. On behalf of Police Commissioner Caban and the entire executive staff, it’s my honor to welcome you to Madison Square Garden. Today in six months of intense training, dedication and resilience we understand the challenges you faced, the sacrifices that you made…
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NYC Mayor Adams Launches Effort to Enhance Nightlife Safety and Strengthen Small Businesses, Phasing Out ‘March’ Enforcement
New “CURE” Process Prioritizes Education and Compliance Over Enforcement to Eliminate Outdated Tactics That Have Historically Harmed Local Businesses NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric Adams, New York City Police Department (NYPD) Commissioner Edward A. Caban, New York City Department of Small Business Services (SBS) Commissioner Kevin D. Kim, and New York City Office…
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NYC Mayor Adams Emergency Executive Order 536 – Asylum seekers have been arriving in New York City
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 asylum seekers while…
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NYC Mayor Eric Adams Holds In-Person Media Availability – Video
Deputy Mayor Fabien Levy, Communications: Good morning, everybody. My name is Fabien Levy and I serve as deputy mayor for Communications for the City of New York. I hope everyone who celebrated had a Merry Christmas and everyone who is celebrating has a Happy Kwanzaa. Again, like Katie said, it’s about unity, so remember that. Thank…
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New York Mayor Adams Takes Down City’s Longest-Standing Sidewalk Shed, Scaffolding
409 Edgecombe Avenue, City Landmark, Had Eyesore Shed in Place for 21 Years Removal Follows City Lawsuit Against Property Managers for Failure to Repair Building Since Launching ‘Get Sheds Down’ Plan in July, Adams Administration Has Removed More Than 500 Sheds – Covering 11 Miles of Sidewalk Space New York – New York City Mayor Eric…