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November 21, 2024
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NYC’s Asylum Seeker Management Cuts Shelter Numbers for 14 Weeks, Saving $2 Billion and Restoring Randall’s Island

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New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced that the Humanitarian Emergency Response and Relief Center on Randall’s Island will close by February 2024. This follows 14 consecutive weeks of declining asylum seeker shelter populations, thanks to the administration’s management strategies. These include reticketing, case management, and 30- and 60-day notices, resulting in the lowest shelter…

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Mayor Adams Expands $48 Million Lead Water Line Replacement Program in Low-Income Neighborhoods

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Mayor Eric Adams has expanded New York City’s free lead water line replacement program to cover more properties in the Bronx and Queens. This $48 million initiative, partially funded by the Biden-Harris administration and New York State, focuses on low-income households and environmental justice communities. The program aims to remove outdated lead or galvanized steel…

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NYC Mayor Adams, Speaker Adams Announce new Enforcement Powers to Prevent Sale of Dangerous, Uncertified Batteries and Battery-Powered Micromobility Devices

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New York City Mayor Eric Adams, New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) Commissioner Vilda Vera Mayuga, and the Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) Commissioner Robert S. Tucker today announced expanded regulations to protect New Yorkers from the dangers of uncertified lithium-ion batteries. Through…

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Mayor Eric Adams Addresses City Governance Amid Investigations and Staff Changes

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In a recent press conference, Mayor Eric Adams addressed the ongoing federal investigations into his administration, asserting that he remains focused on the city’s governance and does not coordinate with prosecutors. He responded to questions regarding Sheena Wright’s departure, expressing concern over the disrespect she faced, while also emphasizing his commitment to confidentiality in private…

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Mayor Adams Discusses Compost Expansion and Leadership Challenges Amid City Hall Resignations on NY1

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In an interview on NY1’s “Mornings on 1,” Mayor Eric Adams discussed the citywide expansion of New York’s composting program alongside Sanitation Commissioner Jessica Tisch. The program aims to reduce landfill use and curb the rat population by encouraging composting of food and yard waste. Enforcement of mandatory participation will begin in April 2025. Mayor…

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New York City Leads East Coast in Sustainability by Transitioning Entire City Fleet to Renewable Diesel

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Mayor Eric Adams announced the successful transition of New York City’s entire fleet of 12,500 heavy-duty and off-road vehicles to renewable diesel, making NYC the first major city on the East Coast to achieve this milestone. This effort, part of the city’s larger sustainability plan, is projected to cut 162 million pounds of carbon dioxide…

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