Deputy Mayor Fabien Levy, Communications: Thank you all for joining us today at New York City Emergency Management Headquarters. I’m Fabien Levy, deputy mayor for Communications for the City of New York. Earlier this morning, New York City and surrounding regions experienced a 4.8 magnitude earthquake. While we are still assessing the impact of this incident,…
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New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced the city’s first “Five-Borough Multifaith Tour,” a series of conversations with clergy and faith leaders from across New York City to hear directly from them and discuss solutions to the serious issues facing their communities. The tour will begin today with a meeting of approximately 100 faith…
Announcement Builds on Adams Administration’s Continued. Efforts to Support and Invest in City’s Nonprofit Sector – New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced the city’s first-ever Nonprofit Advisory Council. Comprised of leaders and experts in the nonprofit sector, the advisory council will work with the New York City Mayor’s Office of Nonprofit Services to serve as…
Minimum Hourly Rate Is Now $19.56 and Will Be Adjusted Annually for Inflation. Workers Now Earn Nearly $850 Million More Annually Since Department of Consumer and Worker Protection Began Enforcing Minimum Pay Rate – New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) Commissioner Vilda Vera Mayuga today…
DOT to Oversee Autonomous Vehicle Testing Through New Permit Program, With Trained Driver Behind Wheel at All Times . Requirements Prioritize Safety in Testing and Use of Autonomous Vehicles . Successful AV Program Could Increase Traffic Safety, Decrease Emissions . – New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez today released robust safety…