"Our most important resource are our people, and if we want our people to be developed appropriately, we need to provide those basic resources to get them there, to show them there, because when they are developed it makes our country much stronger.".
“Neighborhood policing has helped to make New York the safest big city in America. Central to that success are transparency and accountability in the relationship between our police officers and the communities they serve and protect."
Mayor de Blasio today appointed Kathryn Garcia as Interim Chair of the New York City Housing Authority, succeeding Stanley Brezenoff who will depart later this month.
Today, Mayor Bill de Blasio presented New York City’s Preliminary Budget for Fiscal Year 2020 (FY20). The FY20 Preliminary Budget is balanced, totaling $92.2 billion. With transcript.
First Lady Chirlane McCray announced today the creation of the Office of ThriveNYC, bringing the initiative to the next phase: integrating mental health policy work and building out Thrive programs across all city agencies.
Mayor Bill de Blasio announced today that Rick D. Chandler, PE, Commissioner of the New York City Department of Buildings, will be retiring from city service after 31 years with the city.
Mayor Bill de Blasio today held a public hearing for and signed Intro. 1288, which makes all elections between now and the 2021 primary, including the upcoming special election, eligible for stronger campaign finance laws and helps the average New Yorker have more of a say in individual campaigns.
Mayor Bill de Blasio announced today that Meera Joshi, CEO and Chair of the New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission, plans to step down from her role in March.
Mayor Bill de Blasio today held a public hearing for and signed Intro. 1288, which makes all elections between now and the 2021 primary, including the upcoming special election, eligible for stronger campaign finance laws and helps the average New Yorker have more of a say in individual campaigns.
Mayor Bill de Blasio today appointed Renee Campion as Commissioner of the Mayor’s Office of Labor Relations. She will assume the position on February 15 and will be the first women ever to lead the office.
Thousands of New Yorkers have felt the real effects of the longest federal government shutdown in history as it enters its 27th day. The week of January 7th was the first week federal government employees that are furloughed did not receive a paycheck.
Thousands of New Yorkers have felt the real effects of the longest federal government shutdown in history as it enters its 27th day. The week of January 7th was the first week federal government employees that are furloughed did not receive a paycheck.
Mayor Bill de Blasio holds Media availability. "I cannot describe to you how hopeful I am for the whole state and certainly for the people of New York City. It feels like things are going to be very different in terms of the possibilities for real change and rapid change.".
“President Trump has yet again proven that the only constant in his immigration policy is cruelty. He uses people like pawns. New York City will always be the ultimate city of immigrants – the President’s empty threats won’t change that.”
Mayor Bill de Blasio and NYC Comptroller Scott Stringer today announced the appointment of Neil Matthew as Executive Director of the city’s Financial Services Information Agency (FISA) and Office of Payroll Administration (OPA).
Mayor De Blasio remarks on Loree Sutton stepping down as Commissioner of the Department of Veterans and applauding him for his leadership in creating the New York City Department of Veterans’ Services
Mayor De Blasio remarks about Loree Sutton stepping down as Commissioner of the Department of Veterans’ Services and applauding James Hendon as successor.
Mayor Bill de Blasio today appointed Omar Khan as Director of the Mayor’s Public Engagement Unit (PEU) and Senior Advisor. In his role as Director of PEU, Khan will lead PEU’s efforts to proactively engage New Yorkers in need of a broad range of City services, from healthcare to housing.
Today, members of the de Blasio Administration will hold a technical briefing on the City’s Draft Environmental Impact Study for the four modern, community-based jails that will replace Rikers Island. Members of the Administration will take questions from members of the media.
Mayor Bill de Blasio today announced the formation of a new expert panel to evaluate options for the replacement of the aging Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) from the Atlantic Avenue interchange to Sands Street in Brooklyn.
Mayor Bill de Blasio announced today Vicki Been will serve as the new Deputy Mayor for Housing and Economic Development. Been is a nationally recognized expert on land use, urban policy and affordable housing and the former Commissioner of the Dept. of Housing Preservation and Development.Transcript
MAYOR DE BLASIO DELIVERS REMARKS AT THE NATIONAL ACTION NETWORK’S 2019 CONVENTION. "When the National Action Network is here in force, this great city becomes even greater, and I want to thank you."
Mayor Bill de Blasio announced today that the City has made significant strides in making New York City a better place for small businesses. The City has successfully implemented Small Business First, a set of interagency policy and procedural changes that are expected to save businesses $50 million
“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".