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Mayor Eric Adams Announces New York City has won $40 Million in EPA Grants to Electrify Heavy-Duty Vehicles, School Buses

December 17, 2024  – New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced that the city and its partners have won approximately $40 million in competitive grants from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) 2024 Clean Heavy Duty Vehicles Program. The New York City Department of Citywide Administrative Services’ (DCAS) $17.3 million award will allow the…

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Governor Hochul Eases Path for Outdoor Dining Expansion in New York City

Summary: Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a policy change allowing the New York State Liquor Authority (SLA) to accept Conditional Approvals from the NYC Department of Transportation as proof of municipal authorization for outdoor dining spaces. The move streamlines the approval process for restaurants and bars seeking to expand their licensed premises under the Dining…

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Governor Hochul Launches “Unplug and Play” Affordable Summer Recreation Initiative for New York Families

Governor Kathy Hochul has launched a sweeping summer initiative to promote affordable outdoor recreation for New York families, encouraging residents to “Unplug and Play” by enjoying state parks, pools, beaches, and historic sites. Kicking off Memorial Day weekend 2025, the initiative includes major investments like $100 million for community center upgrades (NY BRICKS), $67.5 million…

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Governor Hochul Updates New Yorkers on Ongoing Winter Storm and Urges New Yorkers to Prepare for Major Weather Event Beginning Tuesday Afternoon

New York Governor Kathy Hochul today provided an update on the winter storm that dropped more than a foot of snow in some locations north of New York City and continued to impact several areas with hazardous travel conditions. The highest accumulations of snow have been seen so far in the Mid-Hudson Region with some…

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