Commissioner of the New York City Mayor’s Office for International Affairs marked United Nations Day by announcing the cohort of classrooms and after-school programs selected to participate in the 2017-2018 NYC Junior Ambassadors program. This program educates participants about the work of the UN.
Mayor Bill de Blasio and the NYPD today announced that the City will take heightened enforcement action against electric bicycles, otherwise known as “e-bikes,” with a particular focus on the hazardous operation of e-bikes and businesses who use them or permit employees to ride them.
MAYOR DE BLASIO ANNOUNCES PLANS TO EXPAND SELECT BUS SERVICE. Mayor says, "Select Bus Service is a very good thing for New York City and something that has to grow, and grow rapidly."
On Thursday, October 26, Mayor Bill de Blasio will host a town hall with Council Member Brad Lander for residents of the 39th Council District, encompassing the neighborhoods of Cobble Hill, Carroll Gardens, Columbia Waterfront, Gowanus, Park Slope, Windsor Terrace, Borough Park and Kensington.
Mayor de Blasio issued a statement as a response to President Trump's controversial tax bill, stating that the tax code would take more from NYC working families than from the wealthy.
Mayor de Blasio announced a town hall meeting with Councilmember Laurie Cumbo for residents of the 35th Council District, encompassing the Brooklyn neighborhoods of Fort Greene, Clinton Hill, Crown Heights, Prospect Heights, and Bedford Stuyvesant.
First Deputy Mayor Anthony Shorris, Housing and Economic Development Deputy Mayor Alicia Glen and Budget Director Dean Fuleihan hosted a technical briefing to discuss Congressional Republicans' tax reform plan and its negative impact on middle-class New Yorkers
The Mayor's Office announced that Regina Schwartz, Director of Mayor de Blasio’s Public Engagement Unit (PEU), and NYC Health Department Deputy Commissioner Dr. Sonia Angell would be opening a new health insurance enrollment center in Long Island City
Leading up to daylight savings time, Mayor Bill de Blasio issued an alert to New York City drivers about the increased dangers of driving of that time of year, when drivers and pedestrians are at increased risk during dusk and evening hours.
Mayor Bill de Blasio announced that as New York City enters "the darkest week of the year," traditionally one of the most deadly for pedestrians, it would redouble its efforts around the trailblazing Dusk and Darkness campaign as part of Vision Zero.
As the winter months approached, a time when traditionally more pedestrian-involved crashes occur, de Blasio reminded New York residents of the rules of the road and reintroduced his "Dusk and Darkness" safety campaign.
Mayor de Blasio announced a town hall with Councilmember Ulrich for the 32nd Council District, encompassing the neighborhoods of Belle Harbor, Breezy Point, Broad Channel, Howard Beach, Lindenwood, Neponsit, Ozone Park, Richmond Hill, Rockaway Park, Roxbury, South Ozone Park, and others.
Mayor Bill de Blasio hosted a town hall with Council Member Peter Koo for residents of the 20th Council District, encompassing the neighborhoods of Downtown Flushing, Murray Hill and Queensborough Hill.
Mayor de Blasio and Police Commissioner James P. O'Neill discussed safety measures the city would be taking to ensure secure celebrations of New Years Eve in Times Square.
Mayor de Blasio's speech introduces his goal of implementing vegetarian options into NYC schools. He uses PS1 as an example, the first fully vegetarian school in the city. He sees vegetarian options as ways to improve the overall heath of students and improve the environment.
Mayor de Blasio gave an address in honor of opening Building 77 at the Brooklyn Navy Yard, highlighting the importance of the building in reference to aiding in the success of New Yorkers.
Mayor De Blasio spoke at a national conference for US Mayors with his main topic being the importance of the US census. HE discusses the importance of avoiding any and all fraud that could plague the taking of the census and highlighted the importance the census plays in deciding US politics.
Mayor de Blasio gave remarks after NY Courts granted the Water Board the ability to give relief to thousands of families in the city and lower their bills.
Mayor de Blasio spoke at a rally opposing the Republican Tax bill, describing how detrimental it would be to the working class of NYC and how it only benefits corporations.
Mayor de Blasio appeared on MSNBC freshly after his re-election to office as mayor, where he went into the last 4 years of his elected position and the future as well.
This transcript displays an appearance Mayor de Blasio made on CNBC about the recent tax bill put in congree and heavily pushed for by republican's. He sees it as a great attack on the working class, and is especially concerned for what it could do for NYC families.
Mayor de Blasio made an appearance on the Brian Lehrer show, answering questions that came from callers to the show. The main question from Brian Lehrer pertained to the Mayor's new bill that aimed at changing the way the NYPD operated in arrests and stops.
Mayor de Blasio appeared on the Brian Lehrer show to discuss the recent violent and deadly fire that had occurred in the Bronx, killing multiple people along with other questions from call-in listeners.
Mayor de Blasio made a live appearance on Hot 97 to discuss his recent debate against two Republican opponents, where much of the discussion surrounded the recent terrorist attack that happened in the city 3 days prior.
This transcript entails a CNN interview Mayer De Blasio had on CNN, describing the energy of the city on Halloween immediately following the terrorist attack.
Mayor de Blasio appeared on CNN to discuss a deadly fire that occurred, answering questions regarding faulty fire detection equipment, and then moving on to discuss security at New Years Eve at Times Square, and later shifting into discussing the crime rates of NYC (which reached record low numbers)
Mayor de Blasio went live on CBS the morning after Halloween to discuss the success of NYPD antiterrorism efforts after a recent terrorist attack left New Yorkers shaken.
In Mayor de Blasio's speech introducing his plan, he centers his main goal as keeping New York City the same, regardless of the times. His efforts to aid in loft renters, who are often artists, were made to retain their imprint on the city.
Mayor de Blasio and First Lady Chirlane McCray spent time honoring Commissioner O'Niel, Commissioner Nigro, and Schools Chancellor Carmen Farina - who's retirement was announced at the press conference.
In Mayor de Blasio's speech to introduce protecting the Mitchell-Lama developments, he centers the main goal of his plan to support the average worker living in them, and expresses a desire to keep in tact the idea that working people will always have an affordable home to turn to.
Mayor de Blasio spoke of the major damages that occurred to the Rockaway neighborhood after hurricane Sandy, however 5 years after the initial disaster had struck the people of the town, he delivers his plan to limit coastal damage like what happened during Sandy to occur in the neighborhood again.
Mayor De Blasio's speech presented the leaps that the affordable housing plan was able to make, nearing their goal 2 years early. He states that affordable housing should be a reality for all New Yorkers, aiming to make greater strides for the working class.
Mayor De Blasio delivered a speech unveiling his plan to completely get rid of cars within Prospect Park. He cites the necessity of making a park for the public and embrace a more safe park.
In Mayor De Blasio's speech he emphasizes the importance of a taxation on the rich, and has Bernie Sanders with him to further the discussion on what the American economy does to poor people.
Mayor de Blasio held a meeting with school officials to discuss school safety following the terrorist attack that occurred, going into how he intends to keep schools safe (especially the schools, such as Stuyvesant, who were close to/hurt by the attack).
Mayor de Blasio announced a town hall with Councilmember Lancman for residents of the 24th Council District, encompassing the neighborhoods of Kew Gardens Hills, Pomonok, Electchester, Fresh Meadows, Hillcrest, Jamaica Estates, Briarwood, Parkway Village, Jamaica Hills and Jamaica.
Mayor de Blasio hosted a town hall with Councilmember Ben Kallos for the 5th Council District, encompassing the neighborhoods of Yorkville, Lenox Hill, Carnegie Hill, Roosevelt Island, Midtown East, Sutton Place, and El Barrio in East Harlem.
Mayor de Blasio gave an address regarding the Republican Party voting on their recent tax bill, discussing the negative effect it would take on working families,
Mayor de Blasio stated that in efforts to make the city more equitable, investments into affordable housing must be made. In accordance with this effort, the approval of the East Harlem Project and the Bedford Armory development would mean thousands of affordable homes for neighborhood families.
Mayor de Blasio addressed the verdict the NY Court of Appeals made on the Water Board, stating that he was pleased that with their ruling hundreds of thousands of NYY families previously excluded from relief programs would be given aid.
Mayor de Blasio and Fire Commissioner Nigro addressed the public after a fire caused by holiday decorations killed a mother and three kids, where they warned the public about the risks holiday decorations, candles, and other forms of open flames present.
Mayor de Blasio issued a statement denouncing the repealing of Net Neutrality, citing the intrinsic right every citizen has to a free and open internet.
Mayor de Blasio announced the reopening of the Bedford Union Armory as a community center for the neighborhood along with investing in affordable housing.
First Lady McCray was critical of President Trump's response to the crisis of the opioid crisis. She stated that his avoidance of declaring a state of emergency wasn't addressing the problem of opioids as without that states and cities wouldn't have the funding to fight back against the drug.
First Lady Chirlane McCray celebrated the holiday season with children from across the five boroughs at Gracie Mansion. “The People’s House”was open to nearly 400 children from the Administration for Children’s Services and the Department of Homeless Services.
Gracie Mansion and City Hall will be lit orange for the End Violence Against Women campaign to symbolize hope for a violence-free future—in a show of solidarity with the global community and as a vivid symbol of commitment to ending all violence against women and girls in NYC.
Mayor de Blasio and President Trump had a brief phone conference to discuss the recent terrorist attack on the city, where the President praised Mayor de Blasio's response to it and offered federal aid if needed.
Mayor de Blasio signed Intro. 1313-A that expands paid leave to domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking and trafficking survivors. This new law allows the nearly 3 million New Yorkers eligible for paid leave to attend to immediate safety needs without fear of penalty or loss of income.
Mayor Bill de Blasio and Council Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito announced that IDNYC, the official NYC ID card, would continue to be free for the program's fifth year.
The Mayor's Office announced that the City's efforts to change the culture around mental health and improve New Yorkers’ access to services and support had been recognized by the International City and urban Regional Collaborative (I-CIRCLE).
Mayer de Blasio along with several other US mayor submitted an amicus brief to the US Supreme Court on the case Masterpiece Cakeshop, Ltd. v. Colorado Civil Rights Commission, urging the court to rule against the cakeshop's wish to refuse service to the couple on account of their queerness.
New York City became the first municipality in the nation to enforce a law prohibiting all employers in New York City from inquiring about job seekers’ salary history during the hiring process, including on job applications and in interviews.
Mayor de Blasio announced that the City would help non-profit developers in rebuilding "cluster apartments" as permanent affordable housing for the homeless.
Mayor Bill de Blasio announced a new phase of WildlifeNYC – a campaign launched to teach New Yorkers how to live responsibly alongside the wild animals that inhabit the city.
Senior Advisor and Office of Strategic Partnerships Director Gabrielle Fialkoff and Council Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito announced a meeting in order to discuss funds met to aid in immediate assistance of Puerto Rico evacuees including coats and clothing for the winter, bedding, etc.
Mayor de Blasio announced he'll be hosting a town hall with Councilmember Elizabeth Crowley for residents of the 30th Council District, encompassing the Queens neighborhoods of Glendale, Maspeth, Middle Village, Ridgewood, Woodside and Woodhaven.
The Mayor's Office announced that First Lady Chirlane McCray would be hosting a press conference where she was set to make an announcement about mental health in the Black community,
Mayor de Blasio and other admin announced that he'd be providing $1.5 million worth of supplies to residents who were displaced by Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands.
Mayor de Blasio along with other admin strongly denounced the inclusion of a question regarding immigration status on the 2020 census, stating that the question would decrease response rates amongst immigrant families, leading to an inaccurate census.
Brooklyn schools announced they will be participating in Meatless Mondays, which would provide participating schools with healthy, all-vegetarian breakfast and lunch menus every Monday. The mayor stated that this program would benefit the health of the children and benefit the environment.
Mayor Bill de Blasio announced that his administration is now on track to build and protect 200,000 affordable homes by 2022, two years ahead of schedule. These efforts will target seniors, homeowners and tenants in existing affordable housing who need protection.
As the fifth Anniversary of Hurricane Sandy neared, Mayor de Blasio announced that 87 percent of the 8,300 one-to-four family homes damaged by the historic storm have completed the Build It Back program. 7,200 homes were repaired and resilient; most complex project expected to finish that spring.
Mayor Bill de Blasio celebrated the opening of the Brooklyn Navy Yard’s Building 77, a one-million-square-foot, state-of-the-art manufacturing building and the largest on the 300-acre industrial campus.
Mayor Bill de Blasio announced “Seniors First,” a slate of new affordable housing programs that will increase the amount of senior housing across the city. The City will double its commitment to senior housing over the extended 12-year Housing New York plan, serving 30,000 senior households by 2026.
Mayor de Blasio announced the appointment of Council Member Annabel Palma as Deputy Commissioner of Strategic Initiatives at the Department of Social Services (DSS).
Mayor Bill de Blasio announced the opening of the new City Island Bridge. The City Island Bridge serves as the sole vehicular, pedestrian and cyclist access to City Island, with a daily count of 16,500 vehicles serving 4,500 year-round residents
Mayor de Blasio announced new resources to help small businesses comply with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) and City regulations. The City said they would focus on proactive measures to ensure greater accessibility for all customers.
Mayor Bill de Blasio today announced a new Mitchell-Lama Reinvestment Program to protect the long-term affordability of the City’s remaining Mitchell-Lama developments.A key piece of City’s 300,000-apartment affordable housing plan will invest $250 million to protect 15,000 Mitchell-Lama apartments.
Mayor de Blasio announced a plan to increase affordable-housing protections for the nearly 10,000 artists and other New Yorkers who live in lofts overseen by the Loft Board. The Mayor wanted to restore the rights of all loft occupants who apply for legal protections to remain in their homes.
Mayor Bill de Blasio announced that the New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT), together with the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), launched the operation of Select Bus Service (SBS) along Woodhaven and Cross Bay Boulevards in Queens
Kicking off City Hall in Your Borough, Mayor Bill de Blasio announced that Prospect Park’s entire loop drive—east and west—will become permanently car-free. This decision came after their first-ever car-free summer proved successful and popular with park-goers
Mayor de Blasio and Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito announced a major investment to advance construction of a brand new section of the Greenway, between East 125th and East 132nd streets. This investment would close one of the last remaining gaps in the Manhattan Waterfront Greenway.
Mayor Bill de Blasio, Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito and Council Member Dan Garodnick announced a new bill that would make changes to the Commercial Rent Tax (CRT) aimed at helping New York City’s small businesses succeed.
Mayor de Blasio and the non profit crowdfunding platform Kiva.org launched WE Fund: Crowd, a crowdfunding program to help women entrepreneurs access and start businesses in New York City.
As part of City Hall in Your Borough, Mayor Bill de Blasio announced that the City will pursue a new archway in the Chinatown neighborhood of Sunset Park, Brooklyn.
The de Blasio administration and NYC Parks celebrated the recently-announced allocation of $17.5 million from Mayor Bill de Blasio for the development and remediation of two parcels of parkland at Bushwick Inlet Park in North Brooklyn.
Mayor Bill de Blasio announced the appointment of Edna Wells Handy to The New York City Housing Authority’s Executive Compliance Department as Acting Chief Compliance Officer.
On the 5th Anniversary of Hurricane Sandy, Mayor Bill de Blasio announced a $145 million investment for up to seven resilience projects to help protect communities in the Rockaways from the impacts of climate change.
Mayor de Blasio announced changes to the City’s laundry licensing requirements in response to industry concerns. DCA is changing its application requirements so businesses can apply for new laundry licenses without providing a physical copy of a Certificate of Occupancy.
Mayor de Blasio started two new programs that attempted to bring New Yorkers closer to the American dream, home ownership. Open Door aids first-time homeowners buy a condo or coop, and HomeFix helps New Yorkers make capital improvements to their homes.
Mayor de Blasio announced that NYC received a 10-year waiver to continue delivering unfiltered tapwater from the Catskills and Deleware, cementing the belief that NYC has extremely clean tap water.
Mayor de Blasio announced that the NYC Department of Transportation released a Request for Expressions of Interest aimed at bringing bike sharing to outer-borough neighborhoods that Citi Bike has not yet reached such as the Bronx and Staten Island.