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New York. Mayor Erik Adams Unveils “Axe the Tax for the Working Class,”

Mayor Adams Unveils “Axe the Tax for the Working Class,” Bold Proposal to Eliminate New York City Income Taxes for Working-Class Families December 4, 2024 First Deputy Mayor Maria Torres-Springer:  Good morning, everyone, welcome, and thank you for joining us today. On this stage are so many partners across government, of course, our brothers and sisters…

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Statement NY State Governor Kathy Hochul Following U.S. Customs and Border Protection Reducing Operating Hours at Four Northern Border Crossings in New York State

“I strongly oppose the U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s decision to reduce operating hours at four crossings on New York’s border with Canada. While the Biden-Harris Administration has achieved measurable success in enhancing southern border security, New York is experiencing a dramatic increase in irregular crossings along our northern border. “My Administration has already taken…

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Mayor Adams Introduces $10,000 Family-Building Benefits for NYC Employees, Covering Adoption, Surrogacy, and Donor Costs

Mayor Eric Adams has launched a new initiative offering up to $10,000 in reimbursement for non-union New York City employees and retirees to cover adoption, surrogacy, and egg or sperm donor expenses. As the first major U.S. city to provide such comprehensive support, the program aims to attract and retain top talent while promoting equity…

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President Biden Approves Disaster Declaration for New York After August 2024 Storms

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. issued a disaster declaration for New York on October 21, 2024, following severe storms and flooding that struck Lewis, Oswego, and Suffolk counties on August 18-19, 2024. The declaration enables federal assistance to support state, tribal, and local recovery efforts, including funding for emergency repairs and hazard mitigation statewide. Eligible…

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Mayor Adams Announces Early Completion of First Phase of East Side Coastal Resiliency Project, $10 Million Under Budget

Mayor Eric Adams revealed the early completion of the first phase of the $1.45 billion East Side Coastal Resiliency (ESCR) project, designed to shield over 110,000 Lower East Side residents from future storms and rising sea levels. This section, covering East 15th Street to Asser Levy Playground, adds flood protection with raised parkland, floodwalls, and…

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Mayor Adams and Future of Fifth Partnership Announce Transformation of Fifth Avenue into Pedestrian-Centered Green Boulevard

SEO-Optimized Summary:Mayor Eric Adams and the Future of Fifth Partnership unveiled plans to redesign Fifth Avenue from Bryant Park to Central Park, prioritizing pedestrians and green spaces. The project will expand sidewalks by 46%, reduce traffic lanes, and add over 230 trees and 20,000 square feet of planters. This redesign aims to enhance safety, support…

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