The NYC Small Business Month Expo 2024 was the city’s first-ever mega event that offered free resources, workshops, and networking opportunities for small business owners across all industries and boroughs. Hosted by the NYC Department of Small Business Services on May 29th at Pier 36, the Expo featured over 100 city agencies, programs, and partners…
Mayor Eric Adams formally opposed Intro. 908, a bill requiring City Council’s advice and consent for appointing 21 agency heads, emphasizing that such a change would disrupt the established mayoral authority and accountability in New York City governance. Adams argued that the bill would lead to delays, politicize the appointment process, and hinder the city’s…
Deputy Mayor Fabien Levy, Communications: Good morning everybody. My name is Fabien Levy and I serve as deputy mayor for Communications for the City of New York. We hope everyone had a restful and meaningful Memorial Day weekend. I want to start by thanking all our service members and all our veterans for all they have…
Mayor Eric Adams appeared on PIX 11’s “PIX on Politics” on May 26, 2024, discussing several issues facing New York City. He addressed efforts to increase lifeguard recruitment by updating requirements, ongoing initiatives to reduce crime, the budgetary challenges impacting city services like libraries, and his administration’s focus on maintaining public safety while also ensuring…
States Move to Curb Addictive Social Media Tactics Harming Kids In response to growing concerns over youth mental health issues exacerbated by addictive social media practices, several states are pursuing groundbreaking legislation to rein in big tech companies and protect young users online. The movement is being spearheaded by New York Governor Kathy Hochul, who…
Mayor Eric Adams and NYC Parks Commissioner Sue Donoghue announced new arbitration awards and agreements with the lifeguards’ union to address lifeguard shortages, improve hiring, and expand beach and pool access. Changes include modified qualifications for shallow water pools and updated vision requirements, alongside increased pay and retention bonuses for lifeguards. Modified Qualifications for Lifeguards…
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