New York City Mayor Eric Adams, in collaboration with the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and Cornell University, announced the inaugural National Urban Rat Summit for September 18 to 19, aiming to unite researchers and municipal experts to exchange best practices in rodent control. This summit aligns with the city’s comprehensive…
Mayor Adams and DOHMH Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan announced that over 12,000 families have been served with maternal and infant health services through the New Family Home Visits Initiative, addressing racial disparities in maternal health for Black and Brown New Yorkers. This milestone advances the Adams administration’s goal in HealthyNYC to reduce Black maternal mortality…
Mayor Adams held a virtual briefing discussing his trip to Rome, where he visited various religious sites and engaged with community leaders. He emphasized the importance of faith in building strong communities and highlighted the need for international collaboration on issues such as migration and public safety. Deputy Mayor Fabien Levy, Communications: Thank you for joining…
Governor Hochul has directed a comprehensive operational overhaul of the Office of Cannabis Management in New York State, following a 30-day assessment identifying structural limitations hindering the agency’s ability to establish a functional cannabis marketplace. Immediate actions include reforming licensing processes, increasing enforcement against illegal storefronts, and establishing a $5 million grant program to support…
NYC Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Hochul joined forces to announce the implementation of Sammy’s Law, aimed at reducing traffic-related fatalities and injuries. The law empowers the city to lower speed limits, enhancing pedestrian safety. This significant milestone was achieved through the relentless advocacy of Families for Safe Streets and bipartisan support from state lawmakers….
Governor Hochul initiated a groundbreaking voluntary pilot program for hospitals, offering financial incentives to NYSIF-insured hospitals committing to reduce carbon emissions and enhance resilience to extreme weather. Additionally, a NYSIF report was released, demonstrating the correlation between extreme heat and worker health and safety, reinforcing Hochul’s dedication to a greener, more sustainable future for New York….
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