NY State Governor Kathy Hochul today announced a new oyster reef project at the eastern end of Jamaica Bay, bordering Nassau and Queens counties.As part of the Billion Oyster Project’s work in the area, 50,000 one-year-old oysters were deployed today to reach the goal of adding approximately 20 million oysters to the reef. The final oyster deployment…
Norman Siegel, a civil rights attorney, calls for a summit in New York City to address the escalating pattern of hate and violence. The summit aims to bring together people from various communities to discuss the causes of hate, explore ways to combat it, and develop a consensus on an actionable plan. Mayor Eric Adams…
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced New York State is delivering approximately $350 million in supplemental payments to low- and moderate-income families statewide through the Empire State Child Credit program. More than 1 million families will receive this financial assistance without any need to apply, as each eligible family will receive a direct payment of up…
Governor Kathy Hochul announced $54 million in state funding to support the Second Avenue Subway expansion to 125th Street in East Harlem. This funding, allocated for utility relocation, ensures the project stays on schedule while broader funding issues are addressed. The expansion will significantly benefit East Harlem, one of New York City’s most transit-dependent neighborhoods,…
Mayor Adams announced record-breaking achievements in creating affordable housing, benefiting New Yorkers by increasing access to stable and permanent homes. The city has financed the highest number of new affordable housing units, including supportive housing for formerly homeless individuals, helping reduce homelessness through CityFHEPS vouchers. This effort addresses the housing crisis by aiming to produce…
To honor Disability Pride Month, New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced that City Hall and other municipal buildings will be illuminated in red, yellow, white, blue, and green tonight. This celebration coincides with the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which was passed on July 26, 1990. The lighting is a…
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