New York City Mayor Eric Adams tonight released the following statement after the Rent Guidelines Board took a preliminary vote presenting a range for rent-stabilized lease adjustments of two to five percent for one-year leases and four to seven percent for two-year leases: “While we are reviewing the preliminary ranges put forward by the Rent…
Mayor Eric Adams has appointed Melissa Aviles-Ramos, a veteran educator and deputy chancellor, as the new leader of New York City Public Schools, effective January 1, 2025. Aviles-Ramos will succeed Chancellor David C. Banks, becoming the highest-ranking Latina and Spanish-speaking leader in the system. She brings a wealth of experience in community and family engagement,…
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…
KEY COMPONENTS OF THE PLAN: The plan also emphasizes equitable access to cooling resources and adaptation strategies, targeting communities most affected by extreme heat. Implementation involves collaboration among federal, state, and local partners, with an implementation committee meeting regularly to coordinate efforts and incorporate public feedback. —- Interagency Plan Advances Governor’s State of the State…
Governor Kathy Hochul has officially recognized September as Suicide Prevention Month in New York, underscoring the state’s leadership in reducing suicide rates and expanding crisis support. To honor lives impacted by suicide and raise awareness, 16 landmarks across the state will be illuminated in purple and teal. New York, which had the second-lowest suicide rate…
– New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced the appointment of James Stratford as the executive director of the New York City Young Men’s Initiative. Stratford brings to the role over two decades of experience within the nonprofit and youth development space. A native New Yorker, Stratford grew up participating in city-led programs such as…