Mayor de Blasio and First Lady Chirlane McCray announced that Alexis Confer will serve as the first-ever Executive Director of ThriveNYC, the City’s $850 million plan to address mental illness and substance misuse.
Mayor de Blasio delivered an update on the incoming winter storm, reminding New Yorkers to stay indoors until the storm clears and for coastal areas to prepare for flooding.
Mayor de Blasio gave New Yorkers an update on what to expect from the winter storm approaching the city, stressing the importance of finding shelter as the worst of the storm goes through the city.
Mayor Bill de Blasio and NYC Parks Commissioner Mitchell J. Silver, FAICP celebrated the opening of five newly renovated Community Parks Initiative sites totaling $24 million in renovations.
Mayor de Blasio announced that 2017 was the eighth year in a row for record-breaking levels of tourism, with the City welcoming an estimated 62.8 million visitors.
Mayor de Blasio celebrated Greek Independence Day with Greek families at Gracie Mansion, honoring the way that the Greek people fought for their freedom.