Today, Mayor Bill de Blasio signed landmark legislation to create a pathway for transforming certain basement and cellar apartments into safe, legal, affordable homes.
For the first time since 2007, Moody’s Investors Service has upgraded the City of New York’s General Obligation Bond credit rating. The rating was upgraded from Aa2 to Aa1, their second highest rating and equivalent to New York State’s Aa1 rating.
“I welcome Comptroller Scott Stringer’s “hard look” at ThriveNYC. Experts in behavioral health and health policy professionals have recognized Thrive as the most comprehensive mental health plan of any city in the nation. There is far too little understanding out there about mental health conditions
The New York City Emergency Management Department today issued a travel advisory from Wednesday evening through Thursday morning. According to the latest National Weather Service forecast, a weak low-pressure system will bring light snow, sleet, and spotty light freezing rain to the area.
“Working New Yorkers struggle every day to get around our city. We cannot let another year pass without action that makes people’s lives easier. This crisis runs deeper than ever before, and it’s now clear there is no way to address it without congestion pricing and other dedicated revenue streams.
“I join all New Yorkers in congratulating Jumaane Williams for being elected New York City’s Public Advocate. As a former Public Advocate, I know firsthand how important this office is to our city. The Public Advocate holds our entire City government accountable and amplifies the voices of all".
“The Trump gag rule denies women the freedom to make their own health care decisions. It is a frightening, dystopian policy that will have a disproportionate effect on women of color. My Administration will do everything in its power to fight the gag rule and protect the rights of women...."
I want to give all New Yorkers an update on the storm that we’re experiencing right now and I want to let people know from the beginning – this is going to be a serious storm. People should be ready for really tough conditions in the morning"
Mayor Bill de Blasio, Schools Chancellor Richard A. Carranza, and Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams today announced all New York City public schools will have “Meatless Mondays” beginning in the 2019-2020 school year, with transcript
Mayor Bill de Blasio and Schools Chancellor Richard A. Carranza today announced a record-high number of NYC students taking and passing Advanced Placement exams, a direct result of the Mayor and Chancellor’s AP for All initiative, part of the Equity and Excellence for All agenda, with transcript
Today, First Lady Chirlane McCray and former Deputy Mayor Alicia Glen announced the next four monuments as a part of She Built NYC, an initiative to honor the trailblazing women who have helped shape New York City while addressing the absence of female statues in our public realm.
Deputy Mayor Alicia Glen and the Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment (MOME) Acting Commissioner Anne del Castillo today announced the first round of grant recipients of the “Made in NY” Women’s Film, TV & Theatre Fund. Funds were awarded to 63 film, TV, theatre and digital media projects made
Mayor de Blasio and other city officials announced an agreement with Staten Island Entertainment to bring professional baseball back to the Staten Island Ballpark
Mayor Bill de Blasio today announced that the City of New York will host concerts in each of the five boroughs to celebrate the Summer of New York City.
Mayor Bill de Blasio and other housing officials announce that New York City secured 28,310 affordable homes through new construction and preservation deals in Fiscal Year 2021.
Mayor de Blasio appears live on the Brian Leher show with Brian Leher and they discuss about fourth of July and appreciating first responders during covid.
Department of Consumer and Worker Protection Acting Commissioner Sandra Abeles today announced that the groundbreaking just cause law for fast food workers.
Mayor de Blasio today announced modifications to tomorrow’s Hometown Heroes parade amid high temperatures and heat indices expected throughout the day.
Mayor De Blasio appears live on CNN's situation room with Brianna Keilar and they discuss about the current rise of hate crimes against the Jewish community.
Mayor Bill de Blasio and NYC Department of Youth & Community Development Commissioner Bill Chong today announced the return of the six-week Summer Youth Employment Program.
Mayor Bill de Blasio today recommended Department of Finance Commissioner Sherif Soliman to the Traffic Mobility Review Board to work faster to advance this crucial first-in-the-nation program, which will charge private vehicles for entering Manhattan’s Central Business District.
Cities for Action announced the that the national co chairs of Chicago and San Diego to join NYC in helping to advocate for a just and humane immigration system that welcomes and supports immigrant communities.
Mayor de Blasio and Labor Relations Commissioner Renee Campion today announced an agreement with the Municipal Labor Committee to implement the NYC Medicare Advantage Plus Program.
Mayor Bill de Blasio and Department of Consumer and Worker Protection Acting Commissioner Sandra Abeles today announced that the City is expanding post-tax season NYC Free Tax Prep services.
Mayor Bill de Blasio and other health officials announced the Health Worker COVID-Safe Requirement to provide either a one-time verification of immunization, or weekly proof of a negative COVID-19 test.
Mayor de Blasio gives a statement about the new deal for public schools mostly celebrating the fact that now more students have a better chance of not being left behind.
Mayor Bill de Blasio today announced the Kroll Bond Rating Agency has assigned an AA+ rating with a Stable Outlook to New York City’s General Obligation bonds.
Mayor De Blasio holds a press media conference to remind new Yorkers all the hard work the city has done during the time of covid and discussing the number of vaccinations given to the people.
Mayor de Blasio addresses the public, taking a stand against climate change. He provides information about the dangers of climate ways along with ways to combat it.
Mayor De Blasio appointed eight commissioners in April 2019 in hopes of encouraging disabled people and minorities to play a more active roll in New York City's government.
Mayor de Blasio and Commissioner of Department of Veterans Services James Hendon today announced a major expansion of programs offered through the Department of Veterans Services that will help the city make huge strides forward in its mental health help.
Mayor Bill de Blasio and other city officials today announced that they were raising the City’s 10-year target for contracts awarded to certified M/WBEs to $25 billion by 2025.
Mayor De Blasio appears on the Brian Leher show and their topic of discussion in the mayor's segment is about Mayor De Blasio's incoming Corporation Counsel.
The de Blasio Administration today filed a joint lawsuit opposing the Environmental Protection Agency’s attempt to revoke a permit implementing stricter greenhouse gas and zero emission vehicle standards.
Mayor de Blasio and other city/ school officials announce the City has promised to pay certified early childhood education teachers and entry-rate Department of Education salaries.
First Lady Chirlane McCray and city officials today hosted the 2019 Cities Thrive Conference, a conference focusing on building a national movement for mental health reform.
The de Blasio Administration announced today that it is entering the second phase of the City’s plan to convert more cluster buildings into permanent housing for homeless new Yorkers.
Mayor De Blasio appears live on CNN with Ana Cabera and the topic they are discussing about is the mayor's campaign for racial justice and mayor's Bloomberg apology statement.
Mayor de Blasio and Sanitation Commissioner Kathryn Garcia today announced that Sanitation collection trucks that had been previously parked on East 10th Street have been relocated and are now stationed at Pier 42 in Lower Manhattan, to respond faster to resident concerns.
Mayor Bill de Blasio and Department of Buildings Commissioner today announced that Department of Buildings inspectors have already begun proactive sweeps construction sites throughout New York City to educate workers about the importance of construction site safety.
Following World Children’s Day, Commissioner Penny Abeywardena of the Mayor’s Office for International Affairs ushered in the 5th year of the NYC Junior Ambassadors program.
Mayor Bill de Blasio and Schools Chancellor Richard A. Carranza released the announced that a record-high 48,782 students in the Class of 2018 enrolled in college.
Today, on the two year anniversary of the Fair Workweek Law, Mayor Bill de Blasio and Department of Consumer and Worker Protection Commissioner Lorelei Salas announced a settlement with the operator of five McDonald’s locations to resolve violations.
Mayor de Blasio today announced that New York City will launch an initiative to encourage freight companies to reduce delivery-related congestion through the use of cargo bicycles.
as part of its ongoing commitment to close the jail facilities at Rikers Island, today the City began the land use process to officially prohibit the incarceration of individuals.
Mayor Bill de Blasio signed Intro. 1321-A, sponsored by Council Member Rafael Espinal, which will expand the guarantee of prevailing wages to building service workers
Mayor de Blasio and other city officials announced today the more than 150 awardees of the $19 million NYC Complete Count Fund, the Citys first-ever community awards program focused on census-related education and organizing.