President Biden announced that inflation has fallen to 2.1%, near the 2% target, without a recession, while the economy has grown over 12%—the fastest pace in any 21st-century presidential term. Inflation-adjusted incomes are up nearly $4,000, and gas prices have dropped to $3.13 per gallon, with prices below $3 in 21 states. Looking ahead, the…
New York City Mayor Eric Adams, NYPD, and NYC Public Schools are intensifying efforts to curb the dangerous rise in subway surfing, which has tragically claimed six lives in 2024. The city is deploying 911-driven drone teams to locate and stop subway surfers, and officials urge residents to report sightings. In addition, the “Subway Surfing…
New York City Mayor Eric Adams, New York City Public Design Commission (PDC) Chair Deborah Marton, and PDC Executive Director Sreoshy Banerjea today announced the winners of the 42nd annual Awards for Excellence in Design. The 11 winning projects were selected by PDC from hundreds of submissions and reviewed in 2023. This year’s award-winning projects showcase…
On October 29, 2024, President Joe Biden announced a $3 billion federal investment to upgrade and electrify port infrastructure nationwide, supporting 40,000 well-paying union jobs. Speaking from the Port of Baltimore, Biden emphasized the importance of cleaner operations to reduce pollution and improve air quality in nearby communities. The funding includes $147 million for Maryland’s…
On October 28, 2024, Mayor Eric Adams introduced an ambitious plan to transform 66,000 square feet in the heart of the Meatpacking District into a dynamic cultural and residential hub called Gansevoort Square. The project, developed in partnership with the Gansevoort Meat Market, includes 600 mixed-income housing units (with up to 300 affordable homes), new…
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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