Plan Includes Prevention and Intervention Efforts, Enhanced Enforcement to Stem Increase in Shoplifting Report Follows December Summit with NYPD, Attorney General, Five DAs, Small Businesses, National Retailers, Union Leaders, Local BIDs, Chambers of Commerce, and More NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced the release a comprehensive plan to combat retail theft…
– New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced, “Founded By NYC,” a year-long inclusive, comprehensive celebration of the 400th anniversary of New York City that launches tonight. In partnership with NYC Tourism + Conventions, Founded By NYC will celebrate how New York City has made history, and continues to do so — highlighting the achievements driven by…
New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Corporation Counsel Sylvia O. Hinds-Radix today announced that the City of New York is filing a federal lawsuit against four major distributors of flavored disposable e-cigarettes, the most popular vaping devices among middle-school children and high school youth. The four defendants — Magellan Technology Inc. and…
“In response to my calls for additional resources, our federal partners are deploying a state-of-the-art drone detection system to New York State. This system will support state and federal law enforcement in their investigations. We are grateful to the Biden Administration for their support, but ultimately we need further assistance from Congress. Passing the Counter-UAS…
– New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced that the city has been awarded a total of $77 million in competitive grants from the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to expand the number of electric school buses and trucks on city streets. A $61.1 million grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Clean School Bus…
Governor Kathy Hochul has unveiled a $90 million state grant initiative to replace lead service lines and enhance drinking water infrastructure throughout New York. The funding focuses on removing harmful lead pipes, particularly in underserved communities, to ensure safer drinking water for residents. This effort aligns with federal initiatives, aiming to improve water quality and…