Many groups celebrated the integration of increasing transit accessibility for the poor, with the implementation of half-priced fares for low-income individuals.
Mayor de Blasio gave his remarks to celebrate the implementation of Fair Fares Funding, stating the importance of accessibility for public transportation.
Mayor de Blasio, ity Council Speaker Corey Johnson, Council Finance Chair Daniel Dromm and other admin announced that they had reached an agreement for the budget of Fiscal Year 2019.
Mayor de Blasio held a press conference to discuss how his administration helped NYCHA grow (despite the many issues along the road) and his administration's continued efforts to better fund and improve NYCHA housing for it's residents.
Mayor de Blasio appeared live at City Hall to discuss new events in his administration, such as the $2 million NYCHA settlement, the budget for Fiscal Year 2019, and lastly school accessibility.
Mayor de Blasio announced that the City achieved its goal to provide over 100,000 summer jobs, internships and mentorships per year to youth ages 12-24 two years earlier than their original goal.