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Week of January 26, 2026
“Adams Budget Crisis” detailed, revealing a $12 billion shortfall for fiscal years 2026-2027.
Executive Order signed, mandating Chief Savings Officers in every city agency to identify recurring budget savings and improve efficiency.
Dr. Alister Martin appointed Health Commissioner and Stanley Richards, the first formerly incarcerated individual, appointed Correction Commissioner.
New Commissioners appointed for Probation, Citywide Administrative Services, and Environmental Protection, alongside a new “World Cup Czar” for 2026.
$5 million settlement secured with Uber Eats, Fantuan, and HungryPanda for minimum pay violations, leading to reinstatement of wrongfully deactivated Uber workers.
State of emergency regarding Humanitarian Emergency Response and Relief Centers extended 30 days, mandating a plan for phasing out facilities relying on suspended regulations.
State of emergency regarding DOC compliance extended, ordering DOC to develop a plan for achieving full compliance with applicable laws by February 19, 2026.
Over 50,000 applications submitted for 3-K and Pre-K programs with a February 27 deadline; NYC public schools returned to in-person learning on January 27.
Plan mandated by February 19, 2026, to phase out facilities operating under suspended laws and rules from a 2022 state of emergency; Emergency Executive Order No. 2.4 extended for five days.
Department of Correction mandated to develop a plan by February 19, 2026, for full compliance with applicable laws and regulations; Emergency Executive Order No. 1.4 extended for five days.
NYC Public Schools switched to remote learning on January 26, 2026, due to extreme weather conditions.
City agencies mobilized and the Emergency Operations Center activated for a major winter storm, with Code Blue enacted for homeless individuals and warming centers opened.
Quadrennial Advisory Commission formed with Speaker Julie Menin to review and recommend compensation changes for certain public servants.
Two new "Elevate You" youth clinics launched at NYC Health + Hospitals/Woodhull and Queens, funded by $4 million from MetroPlusHealth, to provide comprehensive healthcare for ages 16 to 25.
Hidden hotel junk fees and unexpected credit card holds banned to increase transparency and protect consumers.
Just Home supportive housing initiative for formerly incarcerated New Yorkers restarted, reversing a prior administration's block and committing to create over 350 supportive homes.
A $2.1 million settlement reached with A&E Real Estate addresses hazardous conditions and tenant harassment in 14 buildings.
Executive Order 11 signed, directing city agencies to inventory and reduce fines and fees for small businesses.
The Department of Consumer and Worker Protection sued Motoclick and its CEO for violating Delivery Worker Laws, warning other delivery apps to comply.
Afua Atta-Mensah appointed Chief Equity Officer and Commissioner of the Mayor's Office of Equity & Racial Justice, committing to a Preliminary Citywide Racial Equity Plan within 100 days.
3-K and Pre-K applications opened, available until February 27, 2026, via myschools.nyc.
Emergency Executive Order 2.1 extended for five days, requiring a plan by February 19, 2026, to phase out reliance on emergency facilities operated under suspended laws.
Free childcare for two-year-olds launched in NYC, partnered with Governor Hochul for statewide expansion and universal pre-K.
New York City achieved its safest year ever for gun violence in 2025 with record low shooting incidents and victims.
Executive Orders signed to combat junk fees and deceptive subscription practices, directing DCWP for enforcement.
Executive Order 08 issued to protect tenants from rental rip-offs and abusive landlord practices, prioritizing enforcement and public hearings.
Emergency Executive Orders signed, directing agencies to plan compliance for shelter laws, Board of Corrections standards, and Local Law 42 banning solitary confinement.
$4 million committed to expand public bathroom access with new modular restrooms.
Dina Levy appointed Housing Commissioner; "Rental Ripoff" hearings announced to address tenant issues.
Mayor's Office to Protect Tenants re-established with Cea Weaver as Director, and Land Inventory Fast Track (LIFT) and SPEED Task Forces created to expedite 25,000 new housing units.
Office of Mass Engagement (OME) established with Tascha Van Auken as Commissioner to improve public participation, replacing the Office of Civic Engagement.
Mayor's Advisory Committee on the Judiciary established and chaired by Ali Najmi to increase transparency in judicial selection.
McGuinness Boulevard redesign completion committed, implementing the original plan for protected bike lanes along its full length.
Mayor's Office structure defined by Executive Order 02, outlining roles for five Deputy Mayors, Chief of Staff, and other key positions.
Mike Flynn appointed Commissioner of the New York City Department of Transportation.
U.S. military capture of Venezuelan President Maduro and his wife condemned, expressing concern for New Yorkers, particularly the Venezuelan community.