Tag: NYC
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NYC Mayor Adams Appoints Kayla Mamelak Altus as New Press Secretary, Bolsters Communications Team with Key Promotions
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has appointed seasoned communicator Kayla Mamelak Altus as his new press secretary, part of a series of strategic appointments aimed at strengthening the city’s communications team. Altus, a former FOX5 New York reporter and City Hall spokesperson since 2022, steps up to lead media relations amid Adams’ push to…
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NYC Mayor Signs “Safe Hotels Act” to Enhance Hotel Safety and Boost Tourism Sector
In a public hearing, New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced the signing of the “Safe Hotels Act” (Intro. 991), a measure designed to reinforce safety, staffing, and operational standards in the city’s hotel industry. With New York’s tourism rebounding—last year’s numbers reached 62 million visitors—Adams highlighted the significance of hotels in sustaining the city’s…
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NYC Mayor Adams Declares Citywide Drought Watch, Calls for Water Conservation Efforts Amid Recent Immigrant Influx
Drought in New York City, a Metropolis Bordered by River and Ocean — Confirming the Claim That if Socialists Took Power in the Sahara, Even Sand Would Become Scarce and Expensive In an unprecedented announcement amid a historic drought, Mayor Eric Adams and New York City’s Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) have declared a citywide…
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NY Today: Crossing The Line Festival 2024
L’Alliance’s acclaimed Crossing The Line Festival, now in its seventeenth year, celebrates dynamic artists and diverse perspectives from around the French-speaking world, in partnership with New York City’s leading art institutions. The program comprises an array of groundbreaking, thought-provoking dance and theater performances, music productions, video installations, and exhibitions, many of which are world, U.S.,…
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New York City to Illuminate Landmarks in Teal for Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
New York, NY — Mayor Eric Adams announced that New York City Hall and the David N. Dinkins Manhattan Municipal Building will be lit in teal this evening to commemorate Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, part of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America’s “Light the World in Teal” campaign. The initiative aims to raise awareness around Alzheimer’s and…
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NYC Mayor Adams Announces Winners of Annual Awards for Excellence in Public Design
Projects in All Five Boroughs Enhance Public Spaces, Provide Cultural and Recreational Amenities, Improve Resiliency, and Inspire Generations of Artists New York City Mayor Eric Adams, New York City Public Design Commission (PDC) Chair Deborah Marton, and PDC Executive Director Sreoshy Banerjea today announced the winners of the 42nd annual Awards for Excellence in Design. The…
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NYC Mayor Adams Reveals Gansevoort Square Transformation Plan
Mayor Eric Adams announced on October 28, 2024, a transformative vision to redevelop 66,000 square feet in the heart of the Meatpacking District into Gansevoort Square, a vibrant cultural and residential hub. The plan includes the creation of 600 mixed-income housing units — half of which will be affordable without public subsidies — along with…
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NYC Mayor Eric Adams Welcomes Home NY-TF1 and FDNY Heroes from Hurricane Recovery Efforts in Florida and North Carolina
New York City Mayor Eric Adams celebrated the return of 192 members from the Urban Search and Rescue New York Task Force 1 (NY-TF1) and the Fire Department’s Incident Management Team (FDNY IMT) following their deployment to assist with recovery efforts in Florida and North Carolina after Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Activated by FEMA and…
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NYC Mayor Adams: Yankees, Mets, Liberty Playoff Games Drive Nearly $200 Million in Economic Impact for NYC
New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced that the 2024 playoff runs of the Yankees, Mets, and Liberty have generated nearly $200 million in economic activity so far. Each additional Yankees and Mets home playoff game is expected to bring between $20 million and $25 million in further revenue, boosting local businesses and jobs. NYCEDC’s…
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New York. Mayor Adams Celebrates Milestone: First Phase of East Side Coastal Resiliency Completed Early and $10 Million Under Budget
New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced the early completion of the first phase of the $1.45 billion East Side Coastal Resiliency (ESCR) project, which aims to protect over 110,000 residents from future storms and rising sea levels. The completed section, spanning from East 15th Street to Asser Levy Playground, enhances flood defenses with raised…
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NYC Mayor Adams and Future of Fifth Partnership Reveal Bold Plan to Transform Fifth Avenue into Pedestrian-Focused Green Boulevard
New York City Mayor Eric Adams, alongside the Future of Fifth Partnership, announced a transformative redesign of Fifth Avenue between Bryant Park and Central Park. The ambitious project, aimed at enhancing pedestrian safety and boosting economic growth, will nearly double sidewalk space, reduce traffic lanes, and introduce over 230 new trees and 20,000 square feet…
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NYC Mayor Adams and NY Governor Hochul Celebrate Extension of 421-a Tax Incentive, Promising 71,000 New Homes, Including 21,000 Affordable Units
New York City Mayor Eric Adams and NY Governor Kathy Hochul announced progress on the 421-a(16) extension, revealing Letters of Intent from developers for 650 buildings that will create 71,000 homes, with 21,000 designated as affordable units. The initiative, part of the Adams administration’s housing agenda in Albany, aims to alleviate the city’s severe housing…
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NYC Mayor Eric Adams Shuts Down 1,200 Illegal Shops, Seizes $80 Million in Illegal Products
New York City Mayor Eric Adams, alongside the NYPD, the Sheriff’s Office, and the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection, has shut down over 1,200 illegal shops through the “Operation Padlock to Protect” initiative. The operation has led to the seizure of $80 million worth of illegal products, including hazardous vape devices, which were transported…
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NYC Mayor Adams Discusses Public Safety Initiatives and Leadership Changes October 15, 2024
: In his media availability on October 15, 2024, Mayor Eric Adams emphasized the ongoing efforts to ensure public safety in New York City, highlighting a significant decrease in subway crime and the launch of the Partnership Assistance for Transit Homelessness initiative aimed at connecting unhoused individuals with essential services. He announced the appointment of…
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Mayor Adams and New Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos Discuss Education Reforms on WBLS Radio
On October 13, 2024, Mayor Eric Adams hosted the “Hear From the Mayor” show on WBLS 107.5, featuring the new NYC Public Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos. Highlighting Hispanic Heritage Month, the conversation explored Aviles-Ramos’s inspiring journey, her success in boosting graduation rates, and her vision for the future of NYC public schools. Mayor Adams and…
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NYC Mayor Eric Adams Discusses Housing, Education, and Public Safety in Live Interview on Caribbean Pepperpot Radio
In a lively October 12, 2024, interview on Caribbean Pepperpot Radio, Mayor Eric Adams discussed the challenges and progress of leading New York City. He highlighted his administration’s efforts to improve affordable housing through the “City of Yes” initiative, reform education under Chancellor David Banks, and enhance public safety by tackling crime and illegal cannabis…
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Mayor Adams Expands Free Lead Water Line Replacement Program in Low-Income Areas
– New York City Mayor Eric Adams today expanded a free program to replace privately-owned water service lines made of lead or galvanized steel at eligible properties in the Bronx and Queens. The program is focused on homeowners who live in environmental justice communities with high concentrations of lead service lines and a median household income of…
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NYC Mayor Adams, Speaker Adams Announce new Enforcement Powers to Prevent Sale of Dangerous, Uncertified Batteries and Battery-Powered Micromobility Devices
New York City Mayor Eric Adams, New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) Commissioner Vilda Vera Mayuga, and the Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) Commissioner Robert S. Tucker today announced expanded regulations to protect New Yorkers from the dangers of uncertified…
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New York Mayor Adams’ In-Person Media Availability – October 8, 2024. Video
In a recent media briefing, Mayor Eric Adams emphasized his focus on running New York City while distancing himself from ongoing federal investigations, stating that he does not coordinate with prosecutors. Addressing Sheena Wright’s departure, he highlighted the respect she deserves and criticized the treatment she received. Adams defended his administration against concerns over high…
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Mayor Adams Announces Crime Reduction for Third Quarter of 2024, Emphasizes Safety as a Priority for New York City
Mayor Eric Adams, alongside interim Police Commissioner Thomas Donlon and other city officials, presented the third quarter crime statistics for 2024, emphasizing the city’s progress in reducing crime across multiple categories. New York City saw a 3.3% drop in overall crime, with significant reductions in murders, shootings, and transit crime. The mayor credited the NYPD’s…