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Week of October 12, 2026

Debt Demolisher launched as a 90-day program waiving interest and discounting city-fine judgments for eligible small businesses and homeowners who address related violations, through January 10, 2027
First comprehensive NYPD use-of-force review in a decade ordered alongside reforms to disciplinary accountability, independent oversight, and transparency after critical incidents

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10/13/2026PolicyMamdani Administration Announces Debt Demolisher: Relief Program for Small Businesses and Homeowners 10/12/2026Public SafetyMayor Mamdani Directs First Comprehensive Review of NYPD Use of Force in a Decade, Announces New Accountability Reforms

Week of October 5, 2026

Queens’ Lost Battalion Hall reopened after a $25.9 million reconstruction added accessibility improvements, upgraded recreation spaces and modernized building systems
NYC Mental Health Connect launched with listings from more than 600 providers to help New Yorkers find behavioral health services that fit their needs and availability
A grant pilot will cut nine contracting steps and help up to 800 nonprofits receive awards of $25,000 or less within 30 days of signing, up to nine months faster
A $17.8 million renovation will turn a vacant Cobble Hill firehouse into a permanent Noel Pointer Foundation music education center, with completion expected in fall 2028
The proposed POWER Act would let workers, consumers, tenants, small businesses and nonprofits sue over unfair business practices, alongside bills on pricing transparency and faster enforcement
Free fall festivals and Halloween events will fill parks and recreation centers across all five boroughs throughout October
Christopher Watler was appointed chair of the Board of Correction, which oversees city jails and works to improve conditions, strengthen accountability and close Rikers Island
Bus lanes and street-safety upgrades broke ground on Brooklyn’s Bay Parkway and Cropsey Avenue, serving 35,000 daily riders with pedestrian improvements and turn-lane changes
More than 10,000 low-income children will receive free child care as the city moves families off the voucher waitlist, backed by state funding and a new provider search tool
A new city-labor advisory committee will modernize civil service hiring, speed recruitment and recommend administrative and legislative changes
Free late-night NYC Open Play soccer returns to five borough fields from October 2026 through September 2027 after drawing more than 4,500 participants during its summer pilot
Mayor Mamdani condemned an ICE agent’s shooting in Marble Hill, which injured a man and endangered a 5-year-old child, and called for ICE to leave New York City and be abolished
Mayor Mamdani’s October 7 statement mourned victims of the attacks and Palestinian deaths in Gaza, condemned ongoing violence and called for freedom, safety and dignity for all
Emergency orders extended specified suspensions for five days at humanitarian emergency facilities and directed DSS and DHS to report on phaseout plans
A five-day emergency order extension directed the Department of Correction to identify suspensions that can lapse as the city works toward legal compliance
Mayor Mamdani and NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch reported record-low shootings and murders through September 2026, major crime down nearly 7% year to date, and rising hate crimes
A Gracie Mansion Hispanic Heritage Month reception celebrated Hispanic New Yorkers’ contributions and pledged support for immigrant rights and family affordability
Mayor Mamdani urged federal cooperation on major projects, discussed Staten Island services and flood resilience, and voiced support for Governor Hochul
Mayor Mamdani discussed free child care for 2-year-olds, vouchers for 10,000 families, recovery of more than $131 million in delivery-worker wages and ballot proposals to speed city processes

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10/09/2026SourceMayor Mamdani Reopens Queens’ Lost Battalion Hall Following $25.9 Million Reconstruction 10/09/2026HealthMayor Mamdani Launches NYC Mental Health Connect, Helping New Yorkers Find and Access Local Mental Health Services 10/08/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani and Speaker Menin Cut Red Tape to Expedite Payments for Up to 800 Nonprofits 10/08/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Appears on NY1’S “Out of Office with the Mayor” with Errol Louis (Pre-Taped)10/08/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Appears on Univision's ¡Despierta América!10/08/2026StatementMayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani Releases Statement on ICE Shooting 10/08/2026PolicyTranscript: Mayor Mamdani and Speaker Menin Cut Red Tape to Expedite Payments for Up to 800 Nonprofits 10/08/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Holds Press Conference on Ice Shooting in Marble Hill 10/07/2026StatementStatement From Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani on the Third Anniversary of October 7 10/07/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 2.55 10/07/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 1.55 10/06/2026EducationFrom Sirens to Symphonies: Mayor Mamdani Begins $18 Million Project to Transform Long-Vacant Firehouse into New Music Education Center for Noel Pointer Foundation 10/06/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani to Introduce POWER Act Allowing New Yorkers to Sue Predatory Corporations for Unfair Business Practices 10/06/2026SourceMayor Mamdani Announces Fall Festivals and Halloween Events at Parks and Recreation Centers Across all Five Boroughs 10/06/2026AppointmentMayor Mamdani Appoints Christopher Watler as Chair of the Board of Correction 10/06/2026TransportationFast Buses: Mayor Mamdani Breaks Ground on New Bus Lanes and Safety Upgrades on Brooklyn’s Bay Parkway and Cropsey Avenue 10/06/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Joins NYPD Commissioner Jessica S. Tisch For A Quarterly Crime Statistics Briefing 10/06/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Hosts Hispanic Heritage Month Reception 10/05/2026EducationMayor Mamdani to Deliver Free Child Care to More Than 10,000 Low-Income Children 10/05/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Launches First-of-its-Kind Partnership With Organized Labor to Speed Up and Modernize Hiring for City Jobs 10/05/2026SourceMayor Mamdani Brings Back Five-Borough Late-Night Soccer Fields Through Coming Year 10/05/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani To Deliver Free Childcare To More Than 10,000 Low-Income Children

Week of September 28, 2026

Artist grants doubled from $5,000 to $10,000, with monthly free art supplies for grantees
Twelve community districts entered the Affordable Housing Fast Track, with eligible rezonings set for 90-day review starting January 2027
Construction began on Greenpoint’s $40 million Box Street Park, a 2.5-acre waterfront park expected to open by summer 2028
Citywide SNAP campaign will help 26,500 New Yorkers reapply for benefits beginning October 1
Click-to-Cancel rule took effect, requiring straightforward subscription cancellations and allowing fines of at least $525 per violation
Free five-borough scavenger hunt set for October 11, with ticket lottery entries due October 3
2026 FIFA World Cup generated an estimated $2 billion in NYC economic impact and supported 12,100 jobs
A record 160 car-free Open Streets and plazas will host free Halloween and fall celebrations across the city in October
NYC Free Tax Prep returned $188.8 million to residents and saved them $37.8 million in fees after filing 100,216 returns
$607 million Nostrand Houses modernization will renovate 1,148 apartments across 16 buildings while preserving public ownership and affordability
St. Mary’s Recreation Center reopened after a $20.7 million renovation, with accessibility upgrades, pool repairs and 33 new staff positions
NYC’s first municipal strategy to combat antisemitism commits $6.4 million to hate prevention and survivor support, plus $1 million for worship-site security
Construction began on Sol on Park, a permanently affordable 229-home senior development at Morris Houses, including 80 apartments for current NYCHA residents
A 50-room Bridge to Home facility opened near Woodhull Hospital, expanding clinical care and housing support for New Yorkers with serious mental illness
Jobs NYC Center opened at 2 Lafayette Street to connect New Yorkers with public-service careers through walk-in support, workshops and hiring events
A $128 million all-electric Brownsville Multi-Service Center opened two years early and $10 million under budget
Emergency Order 1.54 extended Correction Department suspensions for five days and required updates on resuming legal compliance
Emergency Order 2.54 extended specified legal suspensions for humanitarian emergency facilities for five days and required a phaseout-plan update
Mayor Mamdani celebrated Nigerian New Yorkers and their contributions at the Nigerian Independence Day Festival
At the National Action Network, Mamdani honored Rev. Al Sharpton’s 72nd birthday and called for action on affordability, tenants’ rights, childcare and economic opportunity
A Mid-Autumn Festival celebration at Gracie Mansion honored East Asian New Yorkers and highlighted tenant protections, universal child care and immigrant Know Your Rights trainings
On WNYC, Mamdani said the city is developing a plan to address school segregation and exploring school zoning and ending middle-school admissions screens

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10/04/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Delivers Remarks at Nigerian Independence Day Festival 10/04/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Participates in Fireside Chat at Culturecon 2026: Museum of Us 10/03/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Delivers Remarks At National Action Network (NAN) To Celebrate 72nd Birthday Of Founder And President, Rev. Al Sharpton 10/02/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 1.54 10/02/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 2.54 10/02/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Doubles Grants for New York City Artists from $5,000 to $10,000 10/01/2026HousingMamdani Administration Puts 12 Neighborhoods on Fast Track for Affordable Housing 10/01/2026SourceAfter Decades of Delays, Mayor Mamdani Announces Greenpoint’s Box Street Park is Finally Underway 10/01/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Launches Citywide Push to Get SNAP Benefits Back to New Yorkers 10/01/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Tells Subscription Traps: Click-to-Cancel — or Pay Up 10/01/2026HousingTranscript: After Decades Of Delays, Mayor Mamdani Announces Greenpoint’s Box Street Park Is Finally Underway 10/01/2026SourceMayor Zohran Mamdani Invites New Yorkers to Hit the Streets for a Citywide Scavenger Hunt 09/30/2026SourceMayor Mamdani Announces World Cup Delivered $2 Billion Economic Boost to New York City 09/30/2026TransportationMayor Mamdani Announces Largest-Ever Trick-or-Streets With 160 Car-Free Open Streets and Plazas Citywide 09/30/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Puts $226.6 Million Back in New Yorkers’ Pockets with Free Tax Prep 09/30/2026HousingMayor Mamdani, NYCHA and the Public Housing Preservation Trust Announce $607 Million Modernization at Nostrand Houses 09/30/2026SourceMayor Mamdani Delivers $20.7 Million Renovation to St. Mary’s Recreation Center 09/30/2026HousingTranscript: Mayor Mamdani, NYCHA and the Public Housing Preservation Trust Announce $607 Million Modernization at Nostrand Houses 09/29/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Unveils New York City’s First Strategy to Combat Antisemitism 09/29/2026HousingLa administración Mamdani, NYCHA y sus socios de desarrollo ponen a trabajar la tierra pública con el inicio de obras de 229 viviendas asequibles en Sol on Park 09/29/2026HousingMamdani Administration, NYCHA and Development Partners Put Public Land to Work, Breaking Ground on 229 Affordable Homes at Sol on Park 09/29/2026HousingMayor Mamdani Opens New Bridge to Home Facility in Brooklyn, Expanding Path from Hospital Care to Permanent Housing 09/29/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Appears On WNYC’s The Lehrer Show 09/29/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Hosts Mid-Autumn Festival Celebration 09/28/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Opens New Jobs NYC Center, Connecting New Yorkers to Good-Paying Jobs in Public Service 09/28/2026SourceMayor Mamdani Unveils $128 Million Brownsville Multi-Service Center, Delivered Two Years Early and $10 Million Under Budget 09/28/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Opens New Jobs NYC Center, Connecting New Yorkers To Good-Paying Jobs In Public Service 09/28/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Appears on Jimmy Kimmel Live

Week of September 21, 2026

$131.5 million DoorDash settlement secures more than $115 million for over 260,000 underpaid delivery workers and three years of compliance monitoring
Nearly 4,000 mixed-income homes, including about 1,000 permanently affordable units, advanced for City-owned 100 Gold Street
Bronx’s first busway opened on Tremont Avenue, improving trips for 39,000 daily Bx36 riders and adding corridor safety upgrades
95% of large privately owned buildings met Local Law 97 emissions limits as the city expanded decarbonization support and clean-energy investment
18,261 trees planted in fiscal year 2026, NYC’s highest annual total since 2016, with priority for neighborhoods facing extreme heat
NYCHA, the Brooklyn Navy Yard and the city unveiled a sustainability apartment showcasing heat pumps, induction stoves, high-efficiency windows and radiant heat panels
70,000 free Metropolitan Opera tickets will reach New Yorkers who have never attended the Met through the 2026-27 Opera for All lottery
Travel advisory issued for Friday afternoon through Sunday morning as a nor’easter threatened heavy rain, strong winds and coastal flooding
Residents urged to secure outdoor items, avoid floodwaters and sign up for alerts as the city monitored a weekend nor’easter
City extended the Department of Correction compliance emergency for 30 days and required regular updates on ending additional legal suspensions
City extended the migrant humanitarian response center emergency for 30 days and required a phaseout plan for facilities operating under suspended or modified laws
Five-day extensions continued legal suspensions for DOC compliance and humanitarian emergency shelters while requiring action-plan updates
Five-day extension continued specified shelter-related legal suspensions while DSS and DHS advanced a facility phaseout plan
City Hall and the White House agreed to coordinate on housing, including Sunnyside Yard’s potential for 12,000 homes and 30,000 jobs
International leaders from Spain, Barbados and the European Council joined a Gracie Mansion discussion on wages, childcare, worker protections, tenants’ rights and climate justice

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09/27/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 2.53 09/27/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 1.53 09/25/2026Policy95% of Large Buildings Meet Climate Emissions Limits as Mamdani Accelerates Climate Action 09/24/2026Public SafetyMayor Mamdani Prepares New Yorkers for Nor’easter 09/24/2026SourceMayor Mamdani Launches “Opera for All,” Bringing 70,000 Free Metropolitan Opera Tickets to New Yorkers 09/24/2026EducationEl alcalde Mamdani lanza "Ópera para Todos" y lleva 70,000 boletos gratuitos del Metropolitan Opera a los neoyorquinos 09/24/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Participates in Fireside Chat at Climate Desk Live: AI, Energy, and Our Fight for Democracy and a Healthy, Affordable Future 09/24/2026Public SafetyMayor Mamdani Issues Travel Advisory as Nor’easter Tracks Closer to New York City 09/23/2026TransportationFast Buses: Mayor Mamdani Completes the Bronx’s First Busway on Tremont Avenue 09/23/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Announces Most Trees Planted in a Decade 09/23/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Joins The "Building An Economy For The Many" Breakfast With H.E. Pedro Sánchez, President Of The Government Of Spain, H.E. Mia Amor Mottley, Prime Minister Of Barbados And H.E. António Costa, President Of The European Council 09/22/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Wins Record $131.5 Million From DoorDash for Delivery Workers 09/22/2026HousingMamdani Administration, NYCHA and Brooklyn Navy Yard Unveil Model Sustainability Apartment for Public Housing 09/22/2026PolicyEl alcalde Mamdani consigue un acuerdo récord de $131.5 millones con DoorDash para los repartidores 09/22/2026HousingMamdani Administration Advances Plan to Build Nearly 4,000 New Homes at 100 Gold Street 09/22/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Wins Record $131.5 Million from Doordash for Delivery Workers 09/22/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 1.52 09/22/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 2.52 09/21/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Holds Press Availability At Gracie Mansion

Week of September 14, 2026

More than 25 mayors gathered in New York for the three-day 2026 Urban 20 Summit focused on housing, climate change and migration
New York ratified the U20 Communiqué calling for G20 governments to fund housing, public services, climate protections and migrant support
The Mayor’s Office of Ethnic and Community Media gained Mazin Sidahmed as executive director to expand multilingual city advertising and immigrant outreach
Emergency Order No. 2.51 extended migrant-housing legal suspensions for five days and required DSS and DHS to submit a phaseout plan
Emergency Order No. 1.51 extended Department of Correction legal and regulatory suspensions for five days and required an update on the compliance plan
The FY2026 Mayor’s Management Report showed gains in affordability, public safety, youth services, affordable-housing completions and city operations
City crews repaired the 200,000th pothole of 2026 while NYC DOT reported filling 3,000 potholes weekly and paving 757 lane miles
The NYC Board of Health added Dr. Dave A. Chokshi to serve the remainder of a six-year term expiring May 31, 2030
An updated 11-block Park Avenue redesign expanded pedestrian medians and added a two-way protected bike lane after public feedback
Doug Lipari returned as executive director of NYC Talent to expand access to good jobs, apprenticeships and civil service careers
Heightened NYPD and federal security measures, traffic restrictions and transit disruptions were set for the United Nations General Assembly, with no known specific credible threats
More than 16 million people visited NYC beaches and outdoor pools during a 114-day season supported by 1,100 lifeguards and expanded swim programs
A $4 million pilot added 17 free, ADA-accessible modular public bathrooms across all five boroughs, operating daily from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Brownsville received NYC’s first cooling green-roof bus shelter plus three heat-reflective roofs to reduce heat and manage stormwater
Vision Zero Reimagined set more than 100 commitments across a 10-year plan to prevent traffic deaths and serious injuries
Emergency Snow Shoveler wages rose to $30 per hour, or $45 after 40 hours in a week, with paid orientation and faster payment
New York City led cities and counties in a federal lawsuit challenging a public charge rule taking effect September 18, 2026, that expands scrutiny of immigrants’ public benefits use
The Commission on Government Efficiency launched multilingual education on five November ballot Charter amendments through PSAs, an online hub and community briefings
A pre-taped People’s Brief interview outlined universal child care, affordable housing, lower fees and improved city services as priorities

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09/20/2026PolicyMayors from Around the World Unite to Demand the Power to Deliver for Their Cities 09/20/2026StatementTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Delivers Remarks and Ratifies New York Communiqué at U20 09/20/2026StatementTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Delivers Closing Remarks at U20 09/19/2026SourceMayor Mamdani Welcomes Mayors from Around the World to New York City for 2026 Urban 20 Summit 09/19/2026StatementRemarks as Prepared: Mayor Mamdani Delivers Remarks at U20 Opening Session 09/18/2026AppointmentMayor Mamdani Appoints Mazin Sidahmed as Executive Director of the Mayor’s Office of Ethnic and Community Media 09/17/2026TransportationMayor Mamdani Puts Even More ‘Park’ Back in Park Avenue With More Space for People 09/17/2026TransportationMayor Mamdani Repairs 200,000th Pothole as City Accelerates Street Repaving 09/17/2026AppointmentMayor Mamdani Reappoints Doug Lipari as Executive Director of NYC Talent 09/17/2026Public SafetyMayor Mamdani Announces More Than 16 Million People Visited New York City Beaches and Pools This Summer 09/17/2026AppointmentMayor Mamdani Appoints Dr. Dave A. Chokshi to the NYC Board of Health 09/17/2026PolicyMore Affordable, Safer, Better Run: Mayor Mamdani’s First Management Report Shows ‘Pothole Politics’ is Working Across City Government 09/17/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Joins NYPD Commissioner Jessica S. Tisch for Security Briefing Ahead of United Nations General Assembly 09/17/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 1.51 09/17/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 2.51 09/16/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Brings 17 New Public Bathrooms to Neighborhoods Across New York City 09/16/2026TransportationMayor Mamdani Announces New York City’s First Bus Shelter With a Cooling Green Roof in Brownsville 09/16/2026PolicyTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Holds Press Conference To Make Infrastructure Announcement 09/15/2026PolicyOn National Voter Registration Day, Commission on Government Efficiency Launches Public Education Campaign on Ballot Props 1-5 09/15/2026PolicyTranscript: Mayor Mamdani New York City Leads Cities And Counties In Lawsuit Challenging Federal Government's New Public Charge Rule 09/15/2026TransportationMayor Mamdani Unveils Vision Zero Reimagined to Make Streets Safer for Every New Yorker 09/15/2026Public SafetyMayor Mamdani Raises Emergency Snow Shoveler Pay to $30 an Hour, Streamlines Registration Ahead of Winter 09/15/2026TransportationTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Unveils Vision Zero Reimagined to Make Streets Safer for Every New Yorker 09/14/2026PolicyNew York City Leads Cities and Counties in Lawsuit Challenging Federal Government’s New Public Charge Rule 09/14/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Appears On The People's Brief With Lynae Vanee, Revolt TV (Pre-Taped)

Week of September 7, 2026

Emergency Executive Order No. 1.49 extended for five days, with the Department of Correction required to report which legal and regulatory suspensions can end under its compliance plan
Emergency Executive Order No. 1.50 extended Order No. 1.49 for five days, requiring Department of Correction updates on suspensions that can lapse
Emergency Executive Order No. 2.49 extended specified legal suspensions for five days while DSS and DHS develop a plan to phase out emergency housing facilities
Emergency Executive Order No. 2.50 extended Order No. 2.49 for five days and required updates on phasing out reliance on emergency housing suspensions
Six Deputy Mayor positions and senior leadership roles established with delegated authority for the First Deputy Mayor and Deputy Mayor for Operations
Universal after-school, antisemitism response, and contract services offices continued under Executive Order No. 24 with new duties and reporting requirements
First-in-the-nation Mayor’s Office of Worker Power launched to support labor organizing, rights education, research, and policy development under inaugural director Tony Perlstein
Free 2-K launched for 2,000 children on the first day of school, alongside procurement reforms projected to save NYC Public Schools more than $100 million over two years
More than 200 new 15 MPH School Slow Zones announced, with 800 expected by year-end, safety redesigns near more than 300 schools, and the first gated school Open Street on Clarkson Street in Tribeca
The 553-seat John Dewey Annex opened in Brooklyn as one of 10 new school facilities adding 4,656 seats for the 2026 to 2027 school year
Free year-round child care opened at The Little Apple in the David N. Dinkins Municipal Building for 40 city workers’ children ages 6 weeks to 3 years
Two free overnight family camping events scheduled at the Unisphere in Flushing Meadows Corona Park for September 25 and October 9, with lottery registration open September 10 to 13 for 200 participants
Free lead service line replacements saved more than 900 Bronx and Queens homeowners over $10,000 each, with $24 million in new funding expected to support up to 7,000 replacements
Approximately 170,000 pages of 9/11-related City records opened through a public portal after settlement of two lawsuits, with more than $34 million committed and assistance for federal health and compensation claims
Memory Markers: 9/11 launched on LinkNYC kiosks across all five boroughs with geolocated stories honoring New Yorkers and city agencies involved in rescue and recovery
NYPD members who died during and after the September 11 attacks received a new memorial at One Police Plaza, including those lost to related illnesses
Heightened security planned for the 9/11 25th anniversary and Jewish High Holidays with expanded police presence, Lower Manhattan closures, transit changes, and synagogue protection, with no known specific or credible threats
An interfaith 9/11 memorial service honored those lost and recognized first responders’ heroism, New Yorkers’ solidarity, and the city’s resilience
African Heritage Reception at Gracie Mansion celebrated New York City’s African communities, cultural heritage, and pursuit of dignity and freedom

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09/12/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 1.50 09/12/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 2.50 09/11/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Delivers Remarks At St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church & National Shrine's Interfaith 9/11 Memorial Service 09/10/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Brings NYC Public Schools Procurement into the 21st Century, Saving More than $100 Million 09/10/2026SourceMayor Mamdani Invites New Yorkers to Sleep Under the Stars at the Unisphere 09/10/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Holds a Press Conference With Governor Hochul and Chancellor Kamar H. Samuels to Launch 2-K on First Day of School 09/09/2026TransportationMayor Mamdani Puts Kids First with Hundreds of New 15 MPH Slow Zones, Safer Streets Across NYC 09/09/2026SourceMayor Mamdani Launches Citywide Digital Tribute to New Yorkers Who Helped Carry Us Through 9/11 09/09/2026Public SafetyTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Joins NYPD Commissioner Jessica S. Tisch to Unveil New 9/11 Memorial 09/09/2026Public SafetyTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Joins Nypd Commissioner Jessica S. Tisch For A Security Briefing Ahead Of The Jewish High Holidays And 9/11 25th Anniversary 09/09/2026HealthMayor Mamdani, Governor Hochul Announce Free Lead Pipe Replacement Program Has Saved 900 Bronx and Queens Homeowners More Than $10,000 Each 09/09/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Hosts African Heritage Reception 09/08/2026Health25 Years Later, Mamdani Administration Opens City’s 9/11 Records to the Public and Settles Multi-Year Legal Battle 09/08/2026SourceLa Ciudad abre por primera vez sus archivos del 11 de septiembre y pone fin a una batalla legal de años 09/08/2026EducationMayor Mamdani Opens New John Dewey Annex, Adding 553 Seats for Brooklyn Students 09/08/2026StatementTranscript: 25 Years Later, Mamdani Adminstrtation Opens City's 9/11 Records to the Public and Settles Multi-Year Legal Battle 09/08/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Opens The Little Apple, Delivering Free Child Care to City Workers 09/08/2026Executive OrderExecutive Order No. 23 09/08/2026Executive OrderExecutive Order No. 24 09/07/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 1.49 09/07/2026Executive OrderMamdani crea una oficina para que los trabajadores de Nueva York se organicen, la primera de su tipo en el país 09/07/2026Executive OrderMayor Mamdani Launches First-in-the-Nation Office of Worker Power to Support Labor Organizing 09/07/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 2.49

Week of August 31, 2026

September 11 designated New York City’s annual Day of Remembrance and Service, with commemorations, moments of silence, educational programs, and volunteer opportunities
Emergency continuity strengthened through a Continuity and Mission Assurance Team, annual agency testing, and updated plans for essential services
West Indian Day Parade and J’Ouvert security plan adds community safety teams, thousands of officers, screened entry, street closures, and zero tolerance for violence
Eighty-eight Crown Heights rent-stabilized homes transferred from negligent landlord Rubin Dukler to owner Mark Schwartz, with repairs and a path to resident ownership
Worker protections expanded through proactive abuse investigations, immigrant-worker safeguards, violation-data sharing, and a new Mayor’s Office of Worker Power
Emergency shelter and Department of Correction legal suspensions extended for five days while agencies report on phaseout and compliance plans
Student-facing generative AI placed under a one-year moratorium for grades 2-K through 8th in 2026-27, with screen-time limits, high-school literacy courses, and five supervised pilots
Citywide access to government records on New York’s 9/11 response backed by a tens-of-millions-dollar allocation
FDNY memorial wall plaque honors 36 members who died from 9/11-related illnesses, renewing support for sick responders and their families
FDNY’s 25-year World Trade Center health report records certified conditions in 10,562 members and mental health conditions in 4,496
Legionnaires’ disease response upgraded with a citywide cooling-tower map, faster testing and hearings, interagency registration tracking, and an alternative-technology advisory panel
A two-way protected bike lane on Ashland Place closes the final gap in a 5.5-mile protected cycling corridor from Sunset Park to DUMBO
New York City’s first citywide Racial Equity Plan sets eight measurable goals through 2034 across housing, education, jobs, health, justice, transportation, and connectivity
New York and Washington urged to release $87 million in withheld counterterrorism funding for bomb squads, communications, training, and equipment
Child care payment delays targeted with expedited contracts, interest-free bridge loans, direct supply delivery, and a $43 million staffing investment
Construction began on a 116th Street redesign adding 2.5 miles of bus lanes, protected bike lanes, pedestrian space, and safety upgrades for more than 65,000 daily bus riders
Year-round outdoor dining became permanent under Int. 0655, allowing permitted restaurants to keep structures in place and weatherproof them through winter
City operations emphasized transparency, after-action reviews, and continuous improvement during snowstorms and other crises

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Week of August 24, 2026

Humanitarian response center emergency rules extended for 30 days, with five-day continuation of prior provisions and a required phaseout plan
Department of Correction state of emergency extended for 30 days, with five-day continuation of prior measures and a report due on ending legal and regulatory suspensions
Thirty-five new Department of Probation officers graduated after completing training for public service
Centre 360 expanded access with eight-person reservation groups and first-come, first-served walk-ins for cancellations and no-shows
Caribbean Heritage Reception at Gracie Mansion honored Caribbean New Yorkers and highlighted support for Haitian immigrants facing Temporary Protected Status revocation
$8.4 million Queens investment will convert concrete medians in Whitestone, Forest Hills and Queens Village into green infrastructure capturing five million gallons of stormwater annually
$36 million Eastern Parkway Library renovation will add more than 50% public space, full ADA access and energy-efficient systems, with completion expected in summer 2028
A 15-member Business Advisory Council will meet quarterly with City Hall on economic growth, innovation, workforce development and business regulation
Ten newly resurfaced professional-grade tennis courts reopened at Crotona Park for free illuminated recreation and NYJTL youth programming
Rental-car enforcement sweep inspected 62 locations and issued 56 summonses for hidden fees, inadequate price disclosures and missing refund policies
Housing Court fast track will assign same-day judges to urgent cases involving vacate orders, hazardous conditions, broken elevators and negligent landlords, with parties returning within five days
A 24-person Renew Crew backed by $2.3 million will complete visible repairs at parks, playgrounds, recreation centers and sports courts within three weeks or less
Forensic investigative genetic genealogy identified a previously unknown 9/11 World Trade Center victim, raising the total identified victims to 1,654
$4 billion, 10-year plan will rehabilitate the City-owned BQE Central between Atlantic Avenue and Sands Street, with construction expected to begin in 2030 after environmental review
Citywide Doula Initiative surpassed 4,200 people served, six hospitals completed the Doula-Friendly Hospital Program, and MetroPlusHealth will add City employee doula coverage on January 1, 2027
One thousand discounted US Open Main Draw tickets will go to New York City residents for $100 each on a first-come, first-served basis beginning August 26
Emergency Housing Court cases will receive same-day judicial assignment and expedited proceedings to help tenants secure repairs or return home faster
Crotona Park unveiled 10 newly resurfaced courts completed in three weeks to support free youth programs and competitions
Renew Crew will handle up to 30 park repair and improvement projects annually across all five boroughs
El procedimiento acelerado del Tribunal de Vivienda dará juez el mismo día a casos urgentes de desalojo, condiciones peligrosas, ascensores inoperativos y negligencia grave, con comparecencia en un máximo de cinco días

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08/28/2026SourceMayor Mamdani Expands Access to Free Panoramic Experience Atop the David N. Dinkins Municipal Building 08/28/2026Public SafetyRemarks As Prepared: Mayor Mamdani Delivers Remarks At Department Of Probation Graduation Ceremony 08/28/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 2.47 08/28/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 1.47 08/27/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Launches Business Advisory Council, Bringing New York's Business Leaders to the Table 08/27/2026EducationMayor Mamdani Breaks Ground on $36 Million Transformation of Eastern Parkway Library 08/27/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani, Governor Hochul Announce $8.4 Million to Transform Concrete Medians into Flood Prevention Infrastructure in Queens 08/27/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Hosts Caribbean Heritage Reception 08/26/2026SourceMayor Mamdani, New York Junior Tennis & Learning Unveil 10 Newly Resurfaced Tennis Courts in Crotona Park 08/26/2026Public SafetyMayor Mamdani Cracks Down on Hidden Fees at Rental Car Companies 08/26/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani, New York Junior Tennis & Learning Unveil 10 Newly Resurfaced Tennis Courts in Crotona Park 08/25/2026HousingMamdani Administration Applauds Launch of Housing Court Fast Track to Get Tenants Urgent Relief Faster 08/25/2026SourceMayor Mamdani, USTA Announce 1,000 Discounted Tickets to US Open for New Yorkers 08/25/2026HousingTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Administration Applauds Launch of Housing Court Fast Track to Get Tenants Urgent Relief Faster 08/25/2026HousingLa administración Mamdani celebra el lanzamiento de un procedimiento acelerado en el Tribunal de Vivienda para brindar alivio urgente a los inquilinos con mayor rapidez 08/24/2026TransportationAfter Decades of Delay, Mayor Mamdani Moves to Fix the City-Owned Section of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway 08/24/2026HealthMayor Mamdani Expands Access to Doula Care Across NYC as Citywide Initiative Surpasses 4,000 People Served 08/24/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Launches "Renew Crew" to Bring Faster Repairs and Better Parks to New Yorkers 08/24/2026Public SafetyMayor Mamdani and Office of Chief Medical Examiner Announce New Identification of World Trade Center Victim Using Breakthrough Forensic Technique 08/24/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Launches "Renew Crew" to Bring Faster Repairs and Better Parks to New Yorkers

Week of August 17, 2026

Emergency Executive Order No. 1.45 extended Emergency Executive Order No. 1.44 for five days and required Department of Correction updates on additional regulatory suspensions supporting legal compliance
Emergency Executive Order No. 2.45 extended emergency legal suspensions for humanitarian response facilities for five days and required updates on a phaseout plan
More than $8.4 million in nearly 90 grants will support public art, sanitation, lighting, wayfinding and marketing across commercial corridors, benefiting over 20,000 small businesses
A new MOU aligns Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, DCWP Commissioner Levine and city agencies against wage theft, tenant harassment and fraud targeting immigrants
Stricter sidewalk-shed enforcement requires 90-day permit renewals, repair progress reports and escalating penalties, while six new designs and large-campus coverage limits advance; the city reports over 1,000 fewer permitted sheds than last year
Registration opened for the September 13 Remembrance Ruck, a Brooklyn-to-Manhattan event ending with a veterans and military families resource fair
Five fall NYCHA in Your Neighborhood forums will bring housing discussions and resident assistance to communities across all five boroughs
Nearly 300 children received free activities and Parks Recreation Center memberships during the city’s first Parents’ Night Out, giving parents several hours off across all five boroughs
A $230 million Fresh Kills sanitation complex opened with modern garages, fueling and salt-storage facilities, clearing the way for 232 affordable homes, public space and a grocery store
NYC Nonprofit Week connected 23 city offices and agencies with more than 40 nonprofits across the five boroughs, while MONS launched the second annual Excellence in Human Services Delivery awards
Emergency Executive Order No. 1.46 extended Emergency Executive Order No. 1.45 for five days and directed the Department of Correction to report on lifting further regulatory suspensions
Emergency Executive Order No. 2.46 extended Emergency Executive Order No. 2.45 for five days and continued legal suspensions for humanitarian emergency facilities while requiring phaseout-plan updates

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08/23/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 1.46 08/23/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 2.46 08/21/2026SourceMayor Mamdani and Mayor’s Office of Nonprofit Services Recognize Nonprofit Partners During NYC Nonprofit Week 08/20/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani, D.A. Bragg and DCWP Commissioner Levine Join Forces to Deliver Economic Justice for New Yorkers 08/20/2026PolicyMamdani Administration Taking Down Sidewalk Sheds and Improving Design of New Sheds 08/20/2026SourceMayor Mamdani, Department of Veterans Services and New York Road Runners Announce Registration for First-Ever City-Sponsored Ruck 08/19/2026HousingMayor Mamdani, NYCHA to Bring Public Engagement Forums Directly to NYCHA Residents Across All Five Boroughs this Fall 08/19/2026PolicyA Little Time for Parents, A Lot of Fun for Kids: Mayor Mamdani’s First Parents’ Night Out 08/18/2026HousingMayor Mamdani Opens $230 Million Fresh Kills Sanitation Complex, Clearing Way for 232 Affordable Homes 08/18/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 1.45 08/18/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 2.45 08/17/2026BudgetMayor Mamdani Invests More Than $8.4 Million in Grants to Support Small Businesses and Commercial Corridors Citywide

Week of August 10, 2026

More than 2,000 free Broadway tickets and free two-month TDF memberships opened to NYC high school students through August 17
Approximately 22,000 families receiving child care subsidies will pay nothing out of pocket starting in September
Humanitarian emergency facility suspensions extended for five days under Emergency Executive Order No. 2.44, with agencies required to submit phaseout plans
Department of Correction compliance measures extended for five days under Emergency Executive Order No. 1.44, with an update required on ending additional legal and regulatory suspensions
Dominican Heritage Reception at Gracie Mansion highlighted Dominican New Yorkers and city work on child care, tenant protections, bus service, and small businesses
Construction began on the Bronx’s first busway along Tremont Avenue, with restrictions starting September 19 and projected bus-speed gains of up to 60 percent for 39,000 daily riders
Fiscal Year 2026 and 2027 budgets maintained balance while increasing reserves and advancing agency savings and structural reforms
State and city funding will restore legal representation for more than 25,000 unaccompanied immigrant children after federal contracts ended
The administration financed 12,491 affordable homes in its first six months, including more than 2,000 for formerly homeless New Yorkers, and connected 9,970 people to affordable housing
A congestion-pricing-funded Chambers Street Station renovation and thermal-energy feasibility study will cool Lower Manhattan subway platforms and reuse heat for nearby municipal buildings
The proposed Delivery Protection Act would license last-mile facilities and impose worker and street-safety standards on Amazon and other delivery companies

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08/13/2026EducationMayor Mamdani, TDF Announce Thousands of Free and Low-Cost Broadway Tickets for High School Students to Close Out Summer 08/13/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 1.44 08/13/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 2.44 08/13/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Announces City Will Cover All Out-of-Pocket Child Care Costs for Families Receiving Child Care Subsidies 08/13/2026PolicyTranscript: Mayor Mamdani, TDF Announce Thousands Of Free And Low-Cost Broadway Tickets For High School Students To Close Out Summer 08/13/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Hosts Dominican Heritage Reception 08/12/2026TransportationFast Buses: Mayor Mamdani Breaks Ground on Bronx's First Busway Along Tremont Avenue 08/12/2026TransportationTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Breaks Ground on Bronx’s First Busway Along Tremont Avenue 08/12/2026StatementRemarks as Prepared: Mayor Mamdani Makes an Announcement on Standing Up to Ice Overreach With Governor Hochul and Attorney General James 08/12/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Attends the Annual New York State Financial Control Board Meeting 08/11/2026HousingMamdani Administration Financed More Than 12,000 Affordable Homes in First Six Months in Office 08/10/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Backs “Delivery Protection Act” to Rein in Amazon’s Power Over New York City Streets 08/10/2026TransportationMayor Mamdani, Governor Hochul and MTA Announce Plan to Lower Subway Platform Temperatures and Harness Thermal Energy in Lower Manhattan 08/10/2026TransportationTranscript: Mayor Mamdani, Governor Hochul, and MTA Announce Plan to Lower Subway Platform Temperatures and Harness Thermal Energy in Lower Manhattan

Week of August 3, 2026

A $3 million Emergency Microgrant Fund will provide licensed home-based child care providers with $1,000 to $10,000 grants for urgent needs, with launch expected by the end of 2026
More than 2,000 children received free 2-K offers after over 5,700 applications, with enrollment planned to reach about 12,000 children in 2027
A 96-unit Casanova Residence broke ground in Hunts Point, including 58 supportive apartments, as part of a $1 billion investment in supportive housing
Forty-two online retailers received cease-and-desist orders for selling illegal high-speed e-bikes, scooters and other motorized devices, facing civil penalties of up to $2,000 per violation
Heat and flash-flood emergency plans activated ahead of dangerous heat and isolated severe storms, with cooling centers, expanded Code Red outreach and preparedness crews deployed
A citywide security plan for the Dominican Day Parade added police presence, traffic closures, controlled access and emergency response resources
Extreme-weather preparedness outreach expanded through an ethnic and community media roundtable covering heat, flooding, poor air quality, hurricanes, evacuation plans, cooling centers and health guidance
Central Brooklyn bus riders gave feedback to city and MTA officials on near-term service improvements and future bus rapid transit investments
New York City support for Haitians facing the end of TPS protections includes legal consultations and help navigating benefits and employment options, while the Mayor urged restored TPS or Deferred Enforced Departure
A short documentary chronicles Pinnacle tenants' organizing that secured $30 million in building repairs and rent-arrears forgiveness, with public screenings planned
Pakistan Day Mela remarks honored Brooklyn's Pakistani community and its contributions to New York City
The Municipal Building cupola will open to the public for free as Mamdani discussed engagement, Black voter trust, racism and xenophobia on the Clay Cane Show
A livestream conversation with Bernie Wagenblast explored her career and the voice behind New York City's subway announcements
Emergency Executive Order No. 1.43 extended Order No. 1.42 for five days and required Correction to report on ending additional legal and regulatory suspensions under its compliance plan
Emergency Executive Order No. 2.43 extended Order No. 2.42 for five days, continuing migrant-housing suspensions and requiring DSS and DHS to submit a phaseout plan

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Week of July 27, 2026

Application deadline for non-primary residence property tax exemption extended to September 18, 2026.
Social justice leader Jennifer Jones Austin appointed as the first permanent Chair of the Civilian Complaint Review Board since 2020.
LIFT Tracker launched to provide public transparency on the development of 50,000 affordable homes across 100 city-owned sites.
62-month contract ratified with the NYC Deputy Sheriffs' Benevolent Association, including compounded wage increases and higher starting pay.
New York City delivery workers secured $104 million in additional tips since January following enforcement of tipping protection laws.
100th city-supported tenant union formed through the Partners in Preservation program to empower tenants and address landlord negligence.
State of emergency regarding humanitarian relief centers extended for 30 days.
State of emergency extended for 30 days and Department of Correction regulatory suspensions extended for five days.
Memorial ceremony held to honor Detective First Grade Didarul Islam on the one-year anniversary of his death.
NYC Sports and Technology Innovation Challenge launched to connect young New Yorkers with careers in sports, technology, and urban infrastructure.
13 members appointed to the Panel for Educational Policy to enhance school system transparency and accountability.
51 public schools opened as safe overnight locations in response to flash flood threats.
City agencies directed to identify 2.5 percent in budget savings for FY27 and future years.
Edwin Raymond sworn in as the city's first Haitian New York Sheriff.
30 percent discount on essential grocery staples announced for five upcoming municipal stores, with an RFP issued for private operators.

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08/01/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani and Commissioner Lee Extend Deadline for Pied-à-Terre Tax Exemption Application 07/31/2026AppointmentMayor Mamdani Appoints Jennifer Jones Austin as CCRB Chair 07/30/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani, Office of Labor Relations Announce Ratification of Contract with NYC Deputy Sheriffs' Benevolent Association 07/30/2026HousingMayor Mamdani Launches LIFT Tracker to Build Affordable Housing on City-owned Land 07/30/2026HousingTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Launches Lift Tracker To Build Affordable Housing On City-Owned Land 07/29/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Hosts 1st Anniversary Memorial Ceremony for Detective Didarul Islam 07/29/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 1.41 07/29/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 2.41 07/29/2026HousingMamdani Administration Celebrates Formation of 100th City-Supported Tenant Union 07/29/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Delivers More Than $100 Million for Delivery Workers Since January 07/29/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Holds Press Conference to Make Worker Protection Announcement With DCWP Commissioner Levine 07/28/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani, DYCD, New York City FC and City in the Community Launch New Sports and Technology Challenge for Young New Yorkers 07/28/2026BudgetMayor Mamdani Announces New Savings Targets 07/28/2026AppointmentMayor Mamdani Announces Appointments to Panel for Educational Policy 07/28/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Appears on the Root 07/28/2026Public SafetyMayor Mamdani Opens 51 Safe Overnight Locations Ahead of Heavy Rain and Flash Flood Threat 07/28/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Appears on Lurie Daniels Favors Show (Pre-taped), Urban Views, Sirius XM (Channel 126)07/27/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Unveils 30% Discount — Including All Produce, All Meat and Key Pantry Staples — at New Municipal Grocery Stores 07/27/2026PolicyTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Unveils 30% Discount — Including All Produce, All Meat and Key Pantry Staples — at New Municipal Grocery Stores 07/27/2026AppointmentRemarks as Prepared: Mayor Mamdani Delivers Remarks at the Swearing-in Ceremony for NYC Sheriff Edwin Raymond

Week of July 20, 2026

10.2 million dollars will complete permanent lead-based paint abatement in 63 NYCHA child care centers this fall.
43.2 million dollars will expand the Bureau of Coastal Resilience, adding 69 staff members to maintain flood-protection infrastructure.
Emergency Executive Order 1.40 extends the suspension of certain Department of Correction legal requirements for five days.
Emergency Executive Order 2.40 extends the operation of Humanitarian Emergency Response and Relief Centers for five days.
Executive Order 19 mandates installation of pedestrian alerts and Intelligent Speed Assistance technology in non-emergency municipal fleet vehicles.
Five Commission on Government Efficiency ballot proposals aim to streamline municipal permits, contracting, and fiscal processes.
Department of Finance launched a dedicated portal to guide property owners through the new non-primary residence pied-a-terre tax.
Anthony Shorris appointed as President and CEO of the Economic Development Corporation with Lina Khan named as board chair.
Eighteen members appointed to the Mayor’s Advisory Committee on the Judiciary to increase diversity and transparency in judicial selections.
Construction began on Fordham Road offset bus lanes to improve transit speed and safety for 130,000 daily riders.
Condolences issued following the death of Ozone Park native Sergeant Angel Rampersad while serving in Jordan.
Lottery for 500 free tickets and a discount code launched for the 2026 USA Track & Field Outdoor and Para National Championships.
Talk to Tenants campaign launched to provide door-to-door resources and organizing training for residents in buildings with housing violations.
OPEN for Small Business initiative introduces 50 regulatory reforms to reduce bureaucratic hurdles and redundant fees for entrepreneurs.
Executive Order 18 launches the OPEN initiative to expand NYC Business Express Service Team support and compliance outreach.

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07/24/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 1.40 07/24/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 2.40 07/24/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Announces Major Expansion of the Bureau of Coastal Resilience to Protect City from Future Storm Surges and Coastal Flooding Events 07/24/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Appears on the Shade Room 07/24/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Appears Live on Roland Martin Unfiltered 07/24/2026HousingMayor Mamdani and NYCHA Implement Aggressive Lead Abatement Strategy in NYCHA Child Care Centers, Investing Over $10 Million for Complete and Permanent Lead Removal This Fall 07/23/2026PolicyCOGE Releases 5 Ballot Proposals and Final Report to Make Government Work Better for New Yorkers 07/23/2026PolicySmall Business Owners, Community Leaders, Housing and Transit Advocates Praise COGE Ballot Proposals 07/23/2026Executive OrderExecutive Order No. 19 07/23/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Notifies Property Owners of New Pied-à-Terre Tax 07/23/2026Executive OrderMayor Mamdani Signs Executive Order to Make City Fleet Safer for Pedestrians, Cyclists and Drivers 07/22/2026AppointmentMayor Mamdani Appoints Veteran City Leader Anthony Shorris as President and CEO of the Economic Development Corporation 07/22/2026StatementStatement from Mayor Mamdani on the Death of Sergeant Angel Rampersad 07/22/2026TransportationFast Buses: Mayor Mamdani Breaks Ground on Offset Bus Lanes on Fordham Road 07/22/2026AppointmentMayor Mamdani Announces Full Slate of Committee Appointees for Mayor’s Advisory Committee on the Judiciary 07/22/2026AppointmentTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Appoints Veteran City Leader Anthony Shorris as President and CEO of the Economic Development Corporation 07/22/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Appears on The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart 07/21/2026SourceMayor Mamdani Announces 500 Free Tickets for USA Track & Field Outdoor & Para National Championships in New York City 07/20/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Announces "OPEN for Small Business," Over 50 Reforms to Slash Red Tape and Increase Support for Small Businesses 07/20/2026HousingMayor Mamdani Launches "Talk to Tenants" Campaign to Build Tenant Power Across New York City 07/20/2026Executive OrderExecutive Order No. 18 07/20/2026PolicyTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Announces “Open For Small Business,” Over 50 Reforms To Slash Red Tape And Increase Support For Small Businesses

Week of July 13, 2026

Affordable, accessible World Cup programming and small-business support reached New Yorkers across all five boroughs
Final World Cup traffic, transit, and safety guidance went out to New Yorkers through “The Morning Pitch”
The first Rental Ripoff Report proposed 23 actions to address hazardous housing, deceptive landlords, tenant protections, and rental-market transparency
An underused East Village NYPD parking lot will become The Aurea with 131 affordable homes, a senior center, and community space under community land trust stewardship
Bronx busway construction advanced on Tremont Avenue, while Brooklyn launched community engagement for three Bus Rapid Transit corridors
A $67.5 million investment expanded specialized Pre-K special education across 14 school districts and all five boroughs
Next Mile NYC expanded CDL training and career placement in high-paying trucking jobs for New Yorkers on probation
The Public Interest Technology Crew launched its first project, an online portal to enforce Click-to-Cancel protections
A new Public Utility Advocate, Annel Hernandez, will fight for lower utility costs, clean-energy affordability, and stronger customer participation in rate cases
The Heat Emergency Plan activated ahead of midweek heat, with cooling centers and outreach teams deployed
Heat and poor-air-quality protections expanded through extended emergency planning, cooling centers, and increased distribution of free KN95 masks
A citywide Summer Safety Plan coordinated violence prevention, youth employment, and event-management efforts
NYC Parks launched the first Parents’ Night Out, offering a free supervised evening program for children at select recreation centers
Twelve resident-designed World Cup murals will rise in parks across all five boroughs through Groundswell community paint days
The NYPD Police Academy received a dedication honoring Detective Steven McDonald’s memory and legacy
Emergency Executive Order 1.38 extended the suspension of certain Department of Correction regulations for five days with continued compliance reporting
Emergency Executive Order 1.39 extended Order 1.38 for another five days while requiring ongoing Department of Correction compliance updates
Emergency Executive Order 2.38 extended the humanitarian emergency response and relief centers for new arrivals for five days
Emergency Executive Order 2.39 extended Order 2.38 for five days and required updates on phasing out reliance on suspended regulations
City officials advanced Click-to-Cancel implementation, Legionnaires’ disease response, voucher programs, and NYPD operations in PIX11 interviews
A Nelson Mandela Global Leadership Forum keynote emphasized principled leadership and solidarity drawn from Mandela’s legacy

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07/19/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Hosts “The Morning Pitch” to Provide Traffic and Weather Updates Ahead of World Cup 07/19/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 1.39 07/19/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 2.39 07/17/2026StatementMayor Mamdani: The World Cup Belonged to New Yorkers 07/17/2026TranscriptTRANSCRIPT: MAYOR MAMDANI APPEARS ON PIX 11’S PIX ON POLITICS WITH DAN MANNARINO 07/16/2026TranscriptRemarks as Prepared: Mayor Mamdani Delivers Keynote Address for the Nelson Mandela Foundation's "The Nelson Mandela Global Leadership Forum"07/16/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Releases "Rental Ripoff Report," Outlining New Actions to Crack Down on Hazardous Housing Violations and Deceptive Landlord Practices 07/16/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Expands Next Mile NYC, Connecting New Yorkers on Probation to Careers in the High-Paying Trucking Industry 07/16/2026HousingTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Holds a Press Conference to Make a Housing Announcement 07/16/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Joins Commissioner Jessica S. Tisch to Deliver Remarks at NYPD Dedication to Detective Steven McDonald 07/15/2026TransportationDouble Decker: Mayor Mamdani Advances First Busway in the Bronx, Launches Community Engagement for Three Bus Rapid Transit Corridors in Brooklyn 07/15/2026AppointmentMayor Mamdani, Chief Climate Officer Yeung Announce Appointment of Annel Hernandez as Public Utility Advocate 07/15/2026HealthMayor Mamdani Expands City Response to Dangerous Heat, Worsening Air Quality 07/14/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 1.38 07/14/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 2.38 07/14/2026EducationMayor Mamdani and Chancellor Kamar Samuels Launch Major Expansion of Pre-K Special Education 07/14/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani, Groundswell Community Mural Project Announce 12 Community Murals in Parks Across New York City to Celebrate the 2026 FIFA World Cup 07/14/2026EducationTranscript: Mayor Mamdani and Chancellor Kamar Samuels Launch Major Expansion of Pre-K Special Education 07/13/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Launches “Public Interest Technology (PIT) Crew” to Rapidly Build Digital Solutions to Public Problems 07/13/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Announces First-Ever NYC Parks “Parents’ Night Out,” Giving Parents and Caregivers a Free Evening Off 07/13/2026HousingMayor Mamdani Turns Underused East Village NYPD Parking Lot into 131 Affordable Homes 07/13/2026Public SafetyMamdani Administration Releases Summer Safety Plan, Highlighting Whole-of-Government Approach to Community Safety 07/13/2026PolicyTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Launches “Public Interest Technology (Pit) Crew” to Rapidly Build Digital Solutions to Public Problems 07/13/2026Public SafetyMayor Mamdani Activates Heat Emergency Plan as City Prepares for Midweek Heat 07/13/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Appears on PIX 11

Week of July 6, 2026

Consumer protection rules mandate Click to Cancel subscription options and transparent all in pricing to eliminate junk fees
City agencies respond to structural compromise at Midtown building on East 42nd Street involving buckled columns
Next Stop initiative invests $850 million to transform 50 bus corridors, increase speeds by 20 percent, and upgrade fleet infrastructure
Emergency Executive Order 2.37 extends operations for Humanitarian Emergency Response and Relief Centers for five days
Groundbreaking ceremony commences for 2 World Trade Center project expected to generate thousands of jobs and billions in economic impact
Extra Space pays $1.7 million settlement to resolve allegations of deceptive business practices and provide consumer restitution
Civil service exam fees waived for all city high school students and first time test takers to increase career access
Emergency Executive Order 1.37 extends suspension of certain Department of Correction legal requirements for five days
Gotham FC to establish permanent home at all electric Etihad Park in Queens beginning in 2028
Four thousand $15 tickets released for upcoming Queens Classic match at Citi Field
Mandatory cooling tower disinfection and public building disclosures implemented to combat Upper East Side Legionnaires disease cluster
El Chisme Oficial de NYC launched as Spanish language WhatsApp and Instagram channels for direct city resource access
Madison and Lexington Avenue bus priority projects completed with new double and offset lanes serving 150,000 daily riders
Federal government urged to redesignate Temporary Protected Status for Venezuelan nationals following Brooklyn earthquake relief visit
Summer Youth Employment Program launched to provide paid work experience and skills training to 100,000 young New Yorkers
Four companies pay $2.3 million in restitution for violating city Fair Workweek and Protected Time Off labor laws

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07/10/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Announces Landmark "Click-To-Cancel" Consumer Protection Rules to Ban Subscription Traps and Junk Fees 07/10/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Appears On NY1's "Out Of Office With The Mayor" With Errol Louis 07/10/2026PolicyTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Announces Landmark “Click-to-Cancel” Consumer Protection Rules to Ban Subscription Traps and Junk Fees 07/09/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Announces Free Civil Service Exams for High School Students and First-Time Test Takers 07/09/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Secures $1.7 Million from Extra Space for New York City Consumers 07/09/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Breaks Ground on New Corporate Headquarters 07/09/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 2.37 07/09/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 1.37 07/09/2026TransportationTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Hosts “Talk With The People” Live Stream 07/08/2026SourceMayor Mamdani, Gotham FC Announce $15 Tickets for “The Queens Classic”07/08/2026TransportationMayor Mamdani and Governor Hochul Unveil Historic Plan to Build the Fastest, Best Bus System in New York City History 07/08/2026TransportationTranscript: Mayor Mamdani and Governor Hochul Unveil Historic Plan to Build the Fastest, Best Bus System in New York City History 07/07/2026TransportationFast Buses, Faster Commutes: Mayor Mamdani Completes Madison and Lexington Avenue Bus Lane Projects Serving More Than 150,000 Daily Riders 07/07/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Launches "El Chisme Oficial de NYC" to Connect Directly with Spanish-Speaking New Yorkers 07/07/2026PolicyEl alcalde Mamdani lanza “El Chisme Oficial de NYC” para conectar directamente con los neoyorquinos que hablan español 07/07/2026SourceMayor Mamdani, Governor Hochul, Gotham FC, New York City FC Announce Gotham FC Will Make Etihad Park in Queens its New Home Beginning in 2028 07/07/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Briefs the Media With DOB, FDNY and NYCEM Officials on a Structurally Compromised Midtown Building 07/07/2026HealthMayor Mamdani Takes Aggressive Action to Address Upper East Side Legionnaires’ Disease Community Cluster 07/07/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Attends Stop Gun Violence Event In Coney Island 07/07/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani, Governor Hochul, Gotham FC, New York City FC Announce Gotham FC Will Make Etihad Park in Queens Its New Home Beginning in 2028 07/06/2026PolicyMamdani Administration Recovers $2.3 Million for Workers in Major Labor Rights Crackdown 07/06/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Kicks Off Summer Youth Employment Program, Providing More Than 100,000 Young New Yorkers With Jobs and Paid Work Experiences 07/06/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Visits Venezuela Earthquake Relief Site in Brooklyn, Renews Call to Redesignate Temporary Protected Status for Venezuela 07/06/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Appears on UNIVISION41

Week of June 29, 2026

Flash Flood Emergency Plan activated ahead of the Monday, June 29 commute, with emergency teams deployed and catch basins cleared for heavy rain and flooding
An NYPD detective shot in Brooklyn is expected to recover, while investigators search for a suspect after a separate Coney Island mass shooting wounded eight people
Traffic, transit, and weather safety updates issued ahead of the Brazil-Norway World Cup match at NYNJ Stadium
Fleet Week New York breakfast honored servicemembers and reaffirmed city support for veterans
July 5 Gridlock Alert Day will bring major Midtown traffic restrictions and heat safety measures for events at NYNJ Stadium
Department of Correction emergency regulations remain suspended for five more days under Emergency Executive Order No. 1.36
Humanitarian Emergency Response and Relief Centers will continue operating for five more days while agencies develop a phaseout plan for suspended regulations
Addresses marking America's 250th birthday highlighted New York City as a city of immigrants and called for continued pursuit of democratic ideals
Cooling centers, extended pool hours, and mobile cooling vans formed the city's extreme heat response during record-breaking temperatures
Twenty-one COOL vans began delivering heat-relief supplies and transportation to vulnerable New Yorkers during triple-digit temperatures
A $214 million Sol on Park project reached financial closing to create 229 affordable senior homes on NYCHA's Morris Houses campus
City health agencies launched outreach to help 200,000 residents replace Essential Plan coverage after federal funding cuts
The city's safest first half-year on record brought historic lows in major crime, murders, and shooting incidents
A heat emergency response expanded to cooling centers, longer pool hours, street outreach, wellness checks, misting stations, and mobile cooling services
Heat Emergency Plan activated for the sixth NYNJ Stadium World Cup match, with traffic restrictions and transit updates issued
A balanced $125.8 billion Fiscal Year 2027 budget agreement will increase essential public services and create a portal for post-9/11 air quality and health records
Bharti Sharma appointed Executive Director of the Center for Innovation through Data Intelligence
Support for the Supreme Court's decision upholding birthright citizenship rejected attempts to restrict citizenship by birth
Temporary Manhattan street co-namings will honor the 2026 NBA champion New York Knicks
North Infirmary Command permanently closed as three Rikers Island facilities transferred to the Department of Citywide Administrative Services
River Commons broke ground in the South Bronx as a $255 million development bringing 328 affordable and supportive homes plus an integrated public health care center
Emergency Executive Order No. 1.35 extended the Department of Correction compliance emergency for 30 days
Emergency Executive Order No. 2.35 extended the humanitarian aid center emergency for 30 days while agencies plan a phaseout of emergency facilities
Staten Island's first public health vending machines began providing free 24/7 harm reduction and hygiene supplies funded by opioid settlement dollars
Toñita Fest 2026 celebrated community icon Toñita with presentation of the Bandera Viva award
An unprecedented Heat Emergency Plan deployed mobile COOL vans, pop-up cooling stations, and hundreds of cooling centers ahead of dangerously high heat

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Week of June 22, 2026

Free outdoor swimming and lap programming opened across NYC public pools for the 2026 season, marking 90 years of WPA-era public pools
A $15 million plan expanded gender-affirming care through a provider fund, dedicated support line, and research initiatives
A public lottery offered 100,000 free tickets for Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks at Brooklyn and Manhattan waterfront sites
Five new Soccer Streets watch parties expanded free World Cup programming to more neighborhoods across all five boroughs
Traffic restrictions, transit alerts, and emergency protocols guided travel for the fifth World Cup match at NYNJ Stadium
A June 25 Gridlock Alert and transportation restrictions prepared NYC for the fourth World Cup match at NYNJ Stadium
World Cup matches began broadcasting on citywide LinkNYC kiosks during a BBC Sports Radio discussion of sports and NYC culture
Five school districts offered 2,000 free 2-K seats, with applications due June 26
Free summer youth events gained a new online promotion portal for community organizations and small businesses
Home-based child care providers joined a Bronx roundtable supporting the citywide listening tour and universal child care planning
Interactive maps and a dedicated support team opened pathways for accessory dwelling units and Landmark Transferable Development Rights in historic districts
A $100 million City-backed housing insurance program targeted lower premiums for affordable and rent-stabilized housing
Rent-stabilized tenants received a rent freeze on one- and two-year leases after the Rent Guidelines Board’s final vote
A new executive order established heat protections for indoor and outdoor workers, including agency prevention plans, bathroom access enforcement for delivery workers, and expanded reporting
The NYC Abortion Access Hub received $495,000 to expand referrals to abortion providers and support services statewide
A free Whitney Museum activity guide distributed citywide during the World Cup offered holders free museum admission
New York City condemned the Supreme Court decision ending TPS for Haitian and Syrian immigrants and reaffirmed support for affected residents
Immigration advocates and 1199SEIU members rallied for legal resources and protections after a Supreme Court immigration ruling
Humanitarian Emergency Response and Relief Centers continued operating after Emergency Executive Order No. 2.34 extended Order No. 2.33 for five days
Certain Department of Correction regulations remained suspended for five days under Emergency Executive Order No. 1.34, with compliance-plan updates required
Annie Elisa Minguez became Executive Director of the Mayor’s Office of Nonprofit Services, leading city partnerships with the nonprofit sector
Economic development and business investment took center stage in a Choose NYC Summit fireside chat with Chobani CEO Hamdi Ulukaya
An ABC’s This Week interview advanced a Democratic platform centered on working-class needs after recent primary election results
Traffic, weather, and transit guidance urged public transportation and caution ahead of the Senegal versus Norway World Cup match during severe weather
A live Talk With the People stream addressed Supreme Court immigration rulings, heat safety, and protections for outdoor workers

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Week of June 15, 2026

Five marquee FIFA World Cup matches will livestream in Spanish on 200 LinkNYC kiosks citywide from June 19 through July 19 through a Telemundo partnership
A Gridlock Alert and Flash Flood Emergency Plan will guide travel around the upcoming FIFA World Cup match at NYNJ Stadium amid severe weather and heavy traffic
A second NYNJ Stadium World Cup match triggered a Midtown Gridlock Alert Day with major traffic restrictions and transit changes
Sixth Avenue will receive new offset bus lanes and widened protected bike lanes to improve transit reliability and corridor safety
Free childcare for two-year-olds expanded, with eligible families urged to apply by June 26
A Juneteenth film honored Black New Yorkers through artist Dr. Lorenzo Pace's “Triumph of the Human Spirit,” commemorating people buried at the African Burial Ground
A Gracie Mansion Juneteenth reception celebrated Black resilience and the continuing pursuit of justice and equality
A Brooklyn Bed-Stuy barricade incident left an NYPD detective shot, while police killed the perpetrator during the response
Humanitarian Emergency Response and Relief Centers will continue operating for five more days while the city develops a phase-out plan
Certain Department of Correction legal requirements remain suspended for five more days while officials develop a compliance plan
A Canyon of Heroes ticker-tape parade will honor the 2026 NBA champion New York Knicks on Thursday at 10 a.m.
The city launched nyc.gov/knicks with parade routes, transit guidance, and other logistics for the Knicks celebration
A public lottery offered 600 free tickets to the Knicks' 2026 championship ceremony at City Hall
The Knicks received the Key to the City following their first historic ticker-tape parade
A City Hall ceremony honored the 2026 NBA champion Knicks and their historic season
East River Academy's 57 graduates were honored at a commencement ceremony on Rikers Island

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Week of June 8, 2026

Emergency Executive Order No. 1.32 extended Order No. 1.31 for five days, continuing the suspension of certain Department of Correction regulations and requiring compliance-plan updates
Emergency Executive Order No. 2.32 extended humanitarian emergency authorities for five days to continue operating Humanitarian Emergency Response and Relief Centers
A Knicks championship ticker-tape parade and City Hall ceremony were scheduled for Thursday, June 18, celebrating the team’s first NBA title since 1973
World Cup preparations included traffic guidance, travel information, heat safety measures, and city agency coordination for high-traffic events
Free summer Learn to Swim classes expanded to 18 outdoor pools, serving more than 16,000 participants across New York City
A winning NYC 2-K jingle will promote free child care enrollment for 2-year-olds
NYC Open Play opened five soccer fields for free, staffed overnight pickup games, with one field in each borough during FIFA World Cup 2026
Celeste Ramirez became the first Latina appointed president of the School Construction Authority
Siddhartha Sanchez was appointed executive director of the Mayor’s Office of Food Policy to lead food security and healthy-food access efforts
One hundred thirty LinkNYC kiosks were set to stream Game 5 of the NBA Finals for public viewing
A Gridlock Alert Day for the first NYNJ Stadium World Cup match outlined road closures, transportation restrictions, and heat-safety guidance
More than 2,200 LinkNYC kiosks began displaying real-time walking directions to cooling centers during heat emergencies
More than 100 free FIFA World Cup watch parties were scheduled across parks, plazas, and public markets in all five boroughs
The 2026 Newest New Yorkers report analyzed the city’s 3.1 million foreign-born residents and immigrant communities
A public service announcement urged New Yorkers to prepare for extreme summer heat and use city cooling resources
A $130,000 Referee Kit initiative began distributing yellow and red cards explaining workers’, immigrants’, and consumers’ rights during the World Cup
Thirty-six permanently affordable shared-equity co-ops opened at ANCP Morningside after three abandoned buildings underwent conversion
A $20 million deposit into Ponce Bank expanded lending capacity for small businesses and residents in Upper Manhattan and the Bronx, while its Inwood branch gained Banking Development District status
World Cup plans added affordable tickets, free public events, small-business support, and expanded transit and safety measures
A welcome video gave FIFA World Cup visitors travel tips and cultural highlights across all five boroughs
Housing policy leader John Mangin was nominated to chair the Board of Standards and Appeals
The NYC Summer Welcome Corps launched a volunteer partnership to assist visitors during the World Cup and other summer events
Wednesday, June 10 was designated Wear Blue and Orange Day for city employees and students supporting the Knicks during the NBA Finals
The 2-K initiative opened 2,000 universal child care seats for two-year-olds this fall, with applications due June 26 and expansion toward universal coverage over four years
Emergency Executive Order No. 2.31 extended Order No. 2.30 for five days while the city planned to phase out reliance on suspended regulations at Humanitarian Emergency Response and Relief Centers
Emergency Executive Order No. 1.31 extended Order No. 1.30 for five days, continuing suspended Department of Correction regulations and legal-compliance planning
Ninety-six NYPD officers received honors for courage and service at the NYPD Medal Day ceremony
Bryant Park was added as a public watch party location for Game 3 of the NBA Finals after security-related venue changes
A free, lottery-based Central Park watch party for 50,000 people was announced for the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, alongside a temporary public mini-soccer pitch
The first phase of the $200 million Battery Coastal Resilience project raised the wharf to protect Lower Manhattan from rising seas

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06/14/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 1.32 06/14/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 2.32 06/14/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Appears Live on 1010 Wins (92.3 FM)06/14/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Appears on MS NOW’s Connect With Jacob Soboroff 06/14/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Appears Live on WFAN (101.9 FM)06/14/2026StatementTranscript: Mamdani Appears Live on ABC7 06/13/2026SourceMayor Mamdani Announces Ticker-Tape Parade and City Hall Ceremony to Celebrate Knicks Championship 06/13/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Hosts “The Morning Pitch” to Provide Traffic and Weather Updates Ahead of World Cup 06/12/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani and Parks Commissioner Shimamura Expand Free Learn to Swim Classes for Summer 2026 06/12/2026SourceMayor Mamdani Announces Winner of NYC 2-K Jingle Contest 06/12/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Opens Five Soccer Fields for Overnight Pickup Games During FIFA World Cup 2026™06/12/2026AppointmentMayor Mamdani Names Celeste Ramirez President of the School Construction Authority 06/12/2026AppointmentMayor Mamdani Appoints Siddhartha Sanchez as Executive Director of Mayor's Office of Food Policy 06/12/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Attends NYCEM World Cup Preparedness Briefing 06/12/2026SourceMayor Mamdani Announces 130 LinkNYC Kiosks Will Stream Game 5 of the NBA Finals 06/12/2026TransportationMatch One at NYNJ Stadium: What New Yorkers Need to Know 06/11/2026Public SafetyMayor Mamdani Launches Real-Time Cooling Center Guidance Across More Than 2,200 LinkNYC Kiosks 06/11/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Hosts "The Morning Pitch" to Provide Traffic and Weather Updates Ahead of World Cup 06/11/2026SourceMayor Mamdani, Borough Presidents Unveil Roster of Over 100 Free Watch Parties Across All Five Boroughs Ahead of World Cup 06/11/2026Source“Newest New Yorkers” Report Highlights New York City’s Immigrant Communities 06/11/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Appears on Hot 97 Mornings with Mero (97.1 FM)06/10/2026Public SafetyMayor Mamdani Releases PSA to Ready New Yorkers for Extreme Heat Throughout the Summer 06/10/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Launches Workers’, Immigrants’ Rights Blitz of Yellow and Red Cards Ahead of World Cup 06/10/2026HousingMayor Mamdani Cuts Ribbon on Affordable Co-Ops at ANCP Morningside, Highlights Homeownership Agenda in Block by Block Housing Plan 06/10/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani and Comptroller Levine Deposit $20 Million in Ponce Bank, Expanding Access to Capital for Working Class New Yorkers 06/10/2026HousingTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Cuts Ribbon on Affordable Co-Ops at ANCP Morningside, Highlights Homeownership Agenda in Block by Block Housing Plan 06/10/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani: The World Cup Belongs to New Yorkers 06/09/2026SourceICYMI: Mayor Mamdani Releases Welcome Video for World Cup Visitors 06/09/2026AppointmentMayor Mamdani Nominates Housing Policy Leader John Mangin as Chair of the Board of Standards and Appeals 06/09/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Launches Summer Welcome Corps to Welcome the World to NYC 06/09/2026SourceMayor Mamdani Declares Wednesday, June 10 “Wear Blue and Orange Day”06/09/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Holds Ethnic and Community Media Roundtable on 2-K Enrollment 06/09/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 2.31 06/09/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 1.31 06/09/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Attends NYPD Medal Day Ceremony 06/08/2026SourceMayor Mamdani Announces Additional Knicks Watch Party Location at Bryant Park 06/08/2026SourceMayor Mamdani, Governor Hochul, FIFA and NYNJ Host Committee Announce Free Watch Party in Central Park for FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final 06/08/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Completes First Phase of Battery Coastal Resilience Project 06/08/2026StatementTranscript: Mayor Mamdani, Governor Hochul, FIFA and NYNJ Host Committee Announce Free Watch Party in Central Park for FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final

Week of June 1, 2026

Applications for free full-day child care for 2,000 two-year-olds opened in four initial city districts
Sports lighting extended by one hour at 50 recreation sites through Labor Day to provide 4,000 additional hours of evening field access
Justine Olderman appointed as Criminal Justice Coordinator to lead public safety and incarceration reduction efforts
Emergency Executive Order 2.30 extended for five days to maintain humanitarian relief centers
Emergency Executive Order 1.30 extended for five days to continue suspension of specific Department of Correction regulations
Centre 360 panoramic viewing experience in the David N. Dinkins Municipal Building opened to the public via free reservations
Multi-agency transportation and security plan finalized to manage crowds and transit for the 2026 FIFA World Cup
New York Knicks 2026 postseason generated $202 million in economic activity with projections reaching $465 million if finals reach home games
Melanie Hartzog and Janette Sadik-Khan nominated to the MTA Board
34th Street Busway implemented in Manhattan to improve transit speed and safety for 28,000 daily riders
McGuinness Boulevard redesign project completion scheduled for the end of the year to improve bike and pedestrian safety
Trans Rights are Human Rights campaign launched to increase awareness of legal protections against gender-based discrimination
No-Penalty Inspection Program launched to provide free home inspections and maintenance guidance through July 10
Citywide outreach campaign launched to assist residents at risk of losing SNAP benefits following federal work requirement changes

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Week of May 25, 2026

Block by Block housing plan released with $22 billion to build and preserve 400,000 affordable homes over the next decade through zoning reforms, tenant protections, and city-owned land development
First 2-K provider options posted on MySchools ahead of the June 2, 2026 application launch for free early childhood care
Public voting opened for the 2-K jingle contest before free child care applications launch June 2
Birth-to-2 funding extended through the 2026-27 school year, preserving more than 120 infant and toddler seats
Registration opened for the June 7 2K for 2-K family event with New York Road Runners to promote universal child care
NYC.gov/Summer launched as an interactive hub for free and low-cost youth programs ahead of summer break
McGuinness Boulevard redesign construction began with parking-protected bike lanes, narrower travel lanes, and shorter pedestrian crossings
Midtown FIFA World Cup transportation plan established temporary bus corridors, restricted non-essential vehicle access, and designated match days as Gridlock Alert Days
Retired NYPD lieutenant and former social justice liaison Edwin Raymond appointed Sheriff of New York City
Commission on Government Efficiency formed to modernize the City Charter, improve services, and develop proposals for the November ballot
Department of Correction emergency state extended 30 days, with Emergency Executive Order 1.28 provisions continued for five days
Humanitarian relief center emergency state extended 30 days while agencies must create a plan to phase out emergency rule suspensions
Department of Correction emergency measures continued five days under an extension requiring progress updates on the compliance plan
Humanitarian Emergency Response and Relief Centers authorized to continue operating for five additional days
City agencies designated to administer local laws, alongside creation of the Office for Coordination of the Transition to Borough-Based Jails
Record-level security operation set for the Israel Day Parade with mandatory screenings, increased NYPD presence, and extensive street closures
Memorial Day ceremonies honored fallen service members and reaffirmed city support for veterans and Gold Star families
Eid al-Adha prayers joined at the Islamic Cultural Center of the Bronx with a focus on solidarity and sacrifice

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Week of May 18, 2026

City agencies mobilized to manage potential flooding and hazardous weather conditions throughout the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
Executive Order 13 audit report released with new protocols to strengthen agency interactions with federal immigration authorities.
Five Borough Winners Special and Welcome World Rewards programs launched to support small businesses during the 2026 World Cup.
Lottery for 1,000 affordable $50 World Cup tickets and free round-trip transportation to MetLife Stadium opens to New York City residents on May 25.
17.3 million dollar investment funds the expansion of NYC Solves and NYC Reads initiatives to additional districts.
Talk With the People streaming series launched as a multiplatform tool to increase government accessibility and direct public engagement.
9 million dollars in unpaid Amazon idling fines recovered following targeted enforcement against the company's delivery network.
Emergency Executive Order 2.27 extends Humanitarian Emergency Response and Relief Centers for five days while developing a phase out plan.
Emergency Executive Order 1.27 extends the suspension of certain Department of Correction legal requirements for five days.
Bronx divided into two police patrol boroughs to bolster public safety and increase uniformed presence in high crime zones.
Orchard Beach Pavilion reopens in the Bronx following a 114 million dollar historic restoration project.
Neighborhood development plans launched for transit corridors along White Plains Road and South of Prospect Park to increase affordable housing.
Protected bike lane on Sixth Avenue widened from six to 10 feet between 14th and 31st streets to enhance safety for the 2026 World Cup.
2026 NYC Ferry summer schedule increases trip frequency and introduces custom borough themed vessel wraps.
99,921 3-K and Pre-K offers extended with reduced average travel distances for families supported by 1.2 billion dollars in state funding.
City heat emergency plan activated with cooling centers opened across all five boroughs to combat unseasonably high temperatures.
The Peninsula in the Bronx selected as the site for the second municipal public grocery store with operations beginning in 2027.
Early childhood education expanded with 2,000 additional 3-K seats and the implementation of an equitable waitlist process.

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Week of May 11, 2026

Fiscal Year 2027 executive budget of $124.7 billion closes a $12 billion deficit without property tax increases or service cuts
$4 billion in new state aid secured from Governor Hochul to balance the city budget
$31.7 million in annual funding for New York City public library systems baselined to ensure permanent financial stability
SPEED reforms streamline affordable housing development to cut timelines by up to two years
50 school blocks across the five boroughs converted into car free Soccer Streets for World Cup field days
NYC Neighborhood Passport and digital events platform launched to promote borough exploration during the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Curbside bus lanes on Lexington Avenue upgraded to offset lanes to benefit 71,000 daily riders
New eastbound bus lane installed on Broadway in Queens to improve Q70 SBS service for LaGuardia Airport travelers
Protected two way bike lane project announced for the second phase of the 31st Avenue bike boulevard in Astoria
NYC Business Express Service Team saved local small businesses over $6 million in fines and fees since administration launch
Emergency Executive Order 2.25 extended for five days to maintain Humanitarian Emergency Response and Relief Centers
Emergency Executive Order 1.25 extended for five days to continue suspension of specific Department of Correction regulations

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05/15/2026TransportationMamdani Administration Begins Work on Lexington Avenue Bus Lane Upgrades 05/15/2026BudgetMayor Mamdani Baselines $31.7 Million for New York City's Public Libraries 05/15/2026BudgetTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Baselines $31.7 Million for New York City’s Public Libraries 05/15/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Appears on WBLS 05/15/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 1.26 05/15/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 2.26 05/14/2026TransportationMayor Mamdani Announces Expanded Bike Boulevard Vision for 31st Avenue in Astoria, Queens 05/14/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Celebrates Small Business Month as NYC BEST Saves Small Businesses More Than $6 Million Since Taking Office 05/13/2026HousingMamdani Administration Releases “SPEED” Reforms to Deliver Affordable Housing Faster 05/13/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani, NYC Tourism + Conventions and Team Wonder Launch New Initiatives to Help New Yorkers and Visitors Explore the Five Boroughs During the 2026 FIFA World Cup™, Including “NYC Neighborhood Passport”05/13/2026TransportationMayor Mamdani Announces New Broadway Bus Lane to Better Serve LaGuardia Airport Travelers and Queens Residents Ahead of the World Cup 05/13/2026HousingTranscript: Mamdani Administration Releases “SPEED” Reforms to Deliver Affordable Housing Faster 05/12/2026BudgetGovernor Hochul and Mayor Mamdani Announce Additional Aid and State Actions to Stabilize New York City’s Budget 05/12/2026BudgetMayor Zohran Mamdani Releases $124.7 Billion Executive Budget for Fiscal Year 2027 05/12/2026BudgetTranscript: Mayor Zohran Mamdani Releases $124.7 Billion Executive Budget For Fiscal Year 2027 05/11/2026PolicySoccer Streets: Mayor Mamdani Transforms 50 School Blocks Across New York City Into World Cup Field Days for Students 05/11/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Attends Commissioners' Breakfast Hosted By FDNY Commissioner Bonsignore

Week of May 4, 2026

Emergency Executive Order 2.25 extends the state of emergency for humanitarian relief centers for five days while mandating a phase out plan.
Emergency Executive Order 1.25 extends the suspension of select Department of Correction regulations for five days to ensure continued compliance monitoring.
New York State Department of Health will review NYC Health and Hospitals Bellevue psychiatric discharge protocols following a fatal assault in Chelsea.
NYCHA in Your Neighborhood forums will provide a platform for public housing residents to directly engage with city leadership and agency services.
May is officially designated as Child Care Educator Appreciation Month to honor the contributions of city child care workers.
Public participation is requested for upcoming Rent Guidelines Board hearings regarding preliminary votes on rent stabilized lease adjustments.
City owned site in Bedford Stuyvesant enters public engagement process to become a 100 percent affordable housing development under the LIFT executive order.
Twelve million dollars in settlement funds will hire 500 peer specialists and expand substance use recovery programs across seven nonprofit organizations.
Ten miles of Bergen and Dean Streets in Brooklyn will be transformed into a bike boulevard featuring traffic calming infrastructure.
Record 31 million dollar penalty imposed on Bronx landlords for housing neglect along with the appointment of a chief restructuring officer to manage repairs.
Twenty million dollars in congestion pricing mitigation funds will expand childhood asthma services for families in the Bronx.
Five new public schools will open in the Bronx and Queens for the 2026 27 academic year to address overcrowding.
Dr. Ayesha Delany Brumsey appointed as Commissioner of the Office of Community Safety to lead a public health focused safety strategy.
Two million dollars in federal funding will provide free high speed broadband to 2,000 additional affordable housing units in the Bronx and Upper Manhattan.

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05/10/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 1.25 05/10/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 2.25 05/08/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Designates May as Child Care Educator Appreciation Month 05/08/2026HousingMayor Mamdani and NYCHA Announce First-of-its-Kind "NYCHA in Your Neighborhood" Engagements for Public Housing Residents 05/08/2026Public SafetyMayor Mamdani Announces Investigation into Psychiatric Evaluation and Discharge Following Tragic Chelsea Killing 05/07/2026HealthMayor Mamdani Invests $12 Million To Expand Peer-Led Substance-Use Recovery Services Across New York City 05/07/2026HousingMayor Mamdani, HPD Kick Off Public Engagement Process for New Affordable Housing and Community Services in Bedford-Stuyvesant 05/07/2026HealthTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Invests $12 Million to Expand Peer-led Substance-use Recovery Services Across New York City 05/07/2026StatementMayor Mamdani’s Statement on the Rent Guidelines Board’s Preliminary Vote 05/06/2026HousingMayor Mamdani, HPD Announce Largest-Ever Penalty Against Negligent Bronx Landlords 05/06/2026TransportationMayor Mamdani Joins Bergen Bike Bus to Announce Safety Improvements for Families Biking to School in Brooklyn 05/06/2026HousingTranscript: Mayor Mamdani, HPD Announce Largest-Ever Penalty Against Negligent Bronx Landlords 05/05/2026HealthMayor Mamdani Announces $20 Million Investment in Congestion Pricing Mitigation Funds to Address Childhood Asthma in the Bronx 05/05/2026EducationMayor Mamdani, Chancellor Samuels Announce Five New Public Schools Opening This Fall 05/05/2026AppointmentMayor Mamdani Appoints Dr. Ayesha Delany-Brumsey as Commissioner of Office of Community Safety 05/05/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 1.24 05/05/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 2.24 05/04/2026PolicyMamdani Administration, Rep. Ritchie Torres Announce $2 Million to Expand Free Broadband Internet Access 05/04/2026PolicyTranscript: Mamdani Administration, Rep. Ritchie Torres Announce $2 Million to Expand Free Broadband Internet Access

Week of April 27, 2026

Dana Kaplan appointed as Close Rikers Czar to lead the transition to a borough-based jail system.
Elizabeth Adams named Senior Advisor for Fast and Free Buses to oversee bus speed improvements and fare elimination.
Ninety-five million dollars committed to the Cloudburst stormwater management project in Homecrest, Brooklyn, to mitigate flooding.
Applications opened for The Little Apple, the first free full-day child care pilot program for eligible municipal workers.
Organize NYC initiative launched to mobilize rent-stabilized tenants to testify at Rent Guidelines Board hearings.
Design concepts unveiled to transform an 11-block stretch of Park Avenue into a pedestrian-friendly green corridor.
Free FIFA World Cup 2026 fan events scheduled across all five boroughs featuring live match viewings and cultural programming.
City executive budget deadline extended to May 12 while requesting fiscal support from New York State to close the multi-billion dollar budget gap.
State of emergency regarding the city humanitarian crisis extended for 30 days with a mandate to phase out emergency shelter facilities.
City state of emergency extended for 30 days with a directive for the Department of Correction to pursue compliance with suspended regulations.
Labor unions and workers rights reaffirmed during remarks at the Washington Square Park May Day rally.
Progress on housing development, infrastructure, and service delivery highlighted at the 2026 Regional Plan Association Assembly.
Policy initiatives including childcare expansion and gun violence reduction discussed at the African American Clergy and Elected Officials gathering.
One hundred and three fallen officers honored at the NYPD Annual Police Memorial Day Ceremony.
Jingle contest for the two-year-old free childcare initiative announced with a submission deadline of May 1.

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05/01/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Delivers Remarks at the 2026 RPA Assembly 05/01/2026StatementRemarks as Prepared: Mayor Mamdani Delivers Remarks at African American Clergy and Elected Officials (AACEO) Gathering 05/01/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Delivers Remarks at May Day Rally and March 04/30/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Opens Applications for “The Little Apple,” New York City's First Free Child Care Pilot Program for Municipal Workers 04/30/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Announces $95 Million Cloudburst Project to Manage Flooding in Homecrest, Brooklyn 04/30/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 2.23 04/30/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 1.23 04/29/2026TransportationMayor Mamdani Unveils Design Concepts to Put the ‘Park’ Back in Park Avenue 04/29/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Launches Organize NYC to Mobilize New Yorkers to Testify Ahead of Rent Guidelines Board Hearings 04/29/2026PolicyTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Launches Organize NYC to Mobilize New Yorkers to Testify Ahead of Rent Guidelines Board Hearings 04/28/2026BudgetMayor Mamdani and Speaker Menin Urge Albany to Help Close City’s Multi-Billion Dollar Budget Gap 04/28/2026AppointmentMayor Mamdani Names Dana Kaplan City’s Close Rikers Czar, In Latest Step Toward Shutting Down Rikers Island 04/28/2026AppointmentMayor Mamdani Names Elizabeth Adams Senior Advisor for Fast and Free Buses 04/28/2026BudgetTranscript: Mayor Mamdani and Speaker Menin Urge Albany to Help Close City’s Multi-Billion Dollar Budget Gap 04/28/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Appears on WNEW 102.7 04/28/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Attends NYPD's Annual Police Memorial Day Ceremony With NYPD Commissioner Jessica S. Tisch 04/27/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani, Governor Hochul and FIFA World Cup 2026 ™ NYNJ Host Committee Announce Free Fan Events Across Five Boroughs 04/27/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani, Governor Hochul and FIFA World Cup 2026 NYNJ Host Committee Announce Free Fan Events Across Five Boroughs

Week of April 20, 2026

Emergency Executive Order No. 1.22 extended a state of emergency for the Department of Correction for five days, requiring updates on compliance progress.
Emergency Executive Order No. 2.22 extended operation of humanitarian relief centers for five days, mandating an updated plan to phase out these temporary facilities.
Mayor's Office of Deed Theft Prevention established by Executive Order 16, with Peter White appointed director to coordinate a citywide strategy.
City's tax lien sale paused for six months to conduct a comprehensive review.
Int. 1-B concerning protests near houses of worship became law; Int. 175-B restricting protests near educational institutions vetoed citing constitutional concerns.
$4.5 million, three-year pilot program GROW launched with The Doe Fund to train New Yorkers for green jobs.
Paul Ochoa appointed Commissioner of Department of Design and Construction, Shawn(ta) Smith-Cruz Commissioner of Department of Records and Information Services, and Annie Levers Director of Mayor's Office of Operations.
2026 NYCHA Sustainability Agenda released on Earth Day, setting five-year goals for clean energy upgrades in public housing and announcing citywide environmental progress.
Mayoral Service Recognition Ceremony hosted, honoring New Yorkers with Service Impact Awards and $1000 gifts for community service.
Seven formerly vacant early childhood education centers opened, adding 240 new 3-K seats this fall and 450 more at community-based sites.
New bus lanes and safety upgrades announced along Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn for faster, more reliable bus service for 60,000 daily riders and improved street safety.
Emergency Executive Order No. 2.21 extended a previous order for humanitarian emergency response centers for five days, directing DSS and DHS to update on phase-out plans.
Emergency Executive Order No. 1.21 extended a previous order for five days, continuing a state of emergency for the Department of Correction, mandating regular updates on compliance.

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Week of April 13, 2026

Mayor Mamdani and former President Barack Obama visited an early childhood education center in the South Bronx.
Public portal launched for New Yorkers to provide input on locations for 25 e-bike battery swapping cabinets.
Citywide trash containerization expanded to six new Community Districts by the end of 2027, with full citywide implementation targeted by 2031 using stationary on-street "Empire Bins".
Mayor Mamdani appeared on NPR’s Newsmakers, reflecting on the administration's first 100+ days, highlighting achievements and future plans.
New Board of Directors announced for the Mayor's Fund to Advance New York City, chaired by Chief of Staff Elle Bisgaard-Church, to focus on affordability and launch a $20 million Child Care Action Fund.
Seven new early childhood education centers announced to open this fall, adding 240 new 3-K seats.
First-of-its-kind city-backed insurance program launched to reduce insurance costs for approximately 100,000 affordable and rent-stabilized homes by 2030.
Emergency Executive Order No. 2.20 issued, extending a state of emergency for humanitarian relief centers by five days.
Emergency Executive Order No. 1.20 issued, extending a prior order by five days, maintaining suspended laws for the Department of Correction.
Proposal for New York State's first pied-à-terre tax announced with Governor Hochul, an annual surcharge on luxury secondary homes above $5 million, aiming to generate $500 million annually.
Tax Day forum held with economists Gabriel Zucman and Joseph Stiglitz to discuss economic inequality and tax reform.
La Marqueta in East Harlem identified as the first site for New York City's municipal grocery store program, expected to open by 2029, with five city-owned stores planned, funded by $70 million.
Proposal unveiled with NYC DOT to redesign Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza, aiming to create a world-class public space, improve safety, and connect it to Prospect Park.

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04/18/2026EducationMayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani and President Barack Obama Visit Early Childhood Education Center in the South Bronx 04/17/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Appears on NPR’s Newsmakers 04/17/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Takes Major Step Toward Citywide Trash Containerization, Announces Six New Districts 04/17/2026PolicyTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Takes Major Step Toward Citywide Trash Containerization, Announces Six New Districts 04/17/2026TransportationMayor Mamdani Invites New Yorkers to Weigh in on Locations for E-Bike Battery Swapping Cabinets Across New York City 04/16/2026EducationMayor Mamdani Announces Seven New Early Childhood Education Centers Opening This Fall 04/16/2026AppointmentMayor Mamdani Announces New Mayor’s Fund Board, Including Bronx Public School Teacher and Former Longshoreman 04/16/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Appears Live on CBS Mornings 04/16/2026HousingMamdani Administration Unveils First-of-its-Kind Insurance Program to Reduce Operating Cost of Housing Across New York City 04/16/2026PolicyTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Announces New Mayor’s Fund Board, Including Bronx Public School Teacher and Former Longshoreman 04/15/2026BudgetMayor Mamdani, Governor Hochul Announce State’s First Pied-à-Terre Tax, Requiring Ultrawealthy and Global Elites to Pay Their Fair Share 04/15/2026PolicyICYMI: Mayor Mamdani, Joseph Stiglitz and Gabriel Zucman: “Tax day is a reminder of America’s unequal tax system. But we can fix it”04/15/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Holds Tax Day Forum With Economists Gabriel Zucman and Joseph Stiglitz 04/15/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 1.20 04/15/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 2.20 04/14/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Announces La Marqueta as First Site Identified for City’s Public Grocery Stores 04/14/2026PolicyTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Announces La Marqueta as First Site Identified for City’s Public Grocery Stores 04/13/2026TransportationMayor Mamdani Unveils Proposal for Transformational Redesign of Brooklyn’s Grand Army Plaza

Week of April 6, 2026

100-day address delivered, highlighting achievements in universal childcare, housing reform, worker protections, economic growth, and public safety initiatives.
New website launched to track first 100 days achievements, featuring an interactive map highlighting accomplishments across the five boroughs.
Significant progress made towards universal child care in first 100 days, including launching 2-K for two-year-olds, expanding 3-K, and streamlining child care provider processes.
Most universal 2-K free child care seats for two-year-olds will operate on a full-day and full-year schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., 260 days a year, starting this fall.
New online portal launched to streamline the permitting process for child care providers.
Rebecca Jones Gaston appointed as the new Commissioner of the Administration for Children’s Services (ACS).
Housing crisis addressed in first 100 days by strengthening tenant protections, accelerating affordable housing development, pursuing legal actions against landlords, and investing in housing quality improvements.
Six-month pause on tax lien sales announced to tackle racial inequity and affordability.
Union Now Rally held with Senator Bernie Sanders, affirming support for the new "Union Now" organization focused on increasing union density.
Over $9.3 million secured in restitution for New Yorkers and sweeping consumer protections enacted in first 100 days, including a ban on hotel junk fees and stronger debt collection rules.
Proposed municipal "Click to Cancel" rule announced to end subscription traps, making New York City the first in the nation.
Over $875,000 settlement secured with delivery app HungryPanda for violating NYC's Fee Cap Law, providing restitution for over 380 immigrant-owned restaurants.
Nation's first City Hall Park Deliverista Hub opened, providing rest, e-bike charging, and support for app-based delivery workers.
Delia Awusi appointed as the new Mom-and-Pop Czar to advocate for New York City's smallest businesses.
A 104-bed Outposted Therapeutic Housing Unit opened at NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue, transferring medically vulnerable detainees from Rikers Island and advancing the plan to close Rikers.
Emergency Executive Order No. 1.19 extended for five days, maintaining a state of emergency that waives certain Department of Correction compliance requirements.
Illegal dumping in Soundview cleaned up on Day 100, the winning project of the public-voted 'Mayor’s Municipal Madness' competition which completed 16 city repairs.
NYC Department of Transportation filled its 100,000th pothole within the first 100 days, marking the fastest pace in over a decade.
Reconstruction of Flatbush Avenue will begin in late April, installing physically protected, center-running bus lanes for faster buses, better reliability, and improved safety.
New Office of Curb Management launched within NYC DOT to modernize curb space use and improve street safety.
Free bike helmets and lights distributed across the city throughout April, May, and June to promote safe cycling.
City services improved in first 100 days by responding to a historic winter storm, advancing street safety initiatives, investing in public spaces, and reducing rat sightings by 30%.
Preliminary Citywide Racial Equity Plan and inaugural NYC True Cost of Living Measure released, revealing 62% of New Yorkers cannot meet basic needs, disproportionately impacting communities of color.
Emergency Executive Order No. 2.19 extended existing emergency measures for five days related to temporary housing for new arrivals.
First 100 days included bold actions to protect New Yorkers through public safety, immigrant protections including Executive Order 13, corrections reform, health, and LGBTQIA+ support.
Three appointments made to the Public Design Commission, Business Integrity Commission, and Mayor’s Office of Pensions and Investments, plus a nomination for Landmarks Preservation Commission Chair.

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Week of March 30, 2026

Applications for New York City's first 2-K program, providing free child care for two-year-olds, open June 2, with a citywide jingle competition launched to promote applications.
A universal child care parent survey launched to gather direct family input, shaping the design and implementation of the city's universal child care program.
NYC.gov/childcare, a new website and interactive map, launched to help families citywide easily find and compare licensed child care options, including health inspection information.
New York City’s first free child care program pilot for municipal workers launched, with applications opening April 30, 2026, for approximately 40 children of eligible City workers.
The city's state of emergency for humanitarian emergency response centers extended for 30 days, directing DSS and DHS to provide updates on plans to phase out facilities operating under suspended regulations.
Emergency Executive Order No. 1.17 extends a state of emergency for the Department of Correction for 30 days, requiring regular updates on compliance plans for currently suspended laws and regulations.
New York City recorded the fewest murders and shooting incidents in its history for the first three months of 2026, attributing the decline to effective public safety strategies.
New $24 million snow operations and composting facilities completed in Brooklyn, which also facilitate critical sewer infrastructure to protect the Gowanus Canal.
A $108 million investment will upgrade and replace over 6,700 catch basins citywide over the next decade, enhancing sewer performance and neighborhood resiliency against severe weather.
A new eight-unit electric vehicle fast charging station opened in Downtown Flushing, Queens, as part of a citywide initiative to expand public EV charging infrastructure and support the net-zero carbon emissions goal by 2050.
Mayor Mamdani criticized the City Council’s preliminary budget proposal, deeming the $6 billion plan unrealistic without significant new revenue and asserting it would slash agency budgets and cut services.
12 public servants honored with the fourth annual NYC Hayes Innovation Prize for their innovative projects improving government services.
The City’s first undergraduate scholarship program for municipal workers launched, expanding the existing Mayor’s Scholarship Program to support full-time employees pursuing higher education.
“Next Mile NYC” expanded to Rikers Island with a $2.9 million investment, providing Commercial Driver’s License training for nearly 300 incarcerated New Yorkers to secure high-paying jobs and reduce recidivism.
Remarks at an Easter Sunday service reflected on themes of renewal and highlighted the administration’s first 100 days, including a $1.2 billion universal childcare agreement and efforts to streamline housing production.
Remarks at a Passover Seder discussed the holiday’s themes of liberation and solidarity as they relate to contemporary challenges like the affordability crisis and antisemitism in New York City.

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04/05/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 1.18 04/05/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 2.18 04/05/2026PolicyTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Delivers Remarks at Easter Sunday Services at Bronx Bethany Church of the Nazarene 04/03/2026EducationMayor Mamdani, Cardi B Announce 2-K Applications Open June 2; Launch Citywide Jingle Competition 04/02/2026PolicyMamdani Administration Completes $24 Million Snow Operations and Composting Facilities in Brooklyn 04/02/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani and NYPD Announces Fewest Murders, Shooting Incidents in Recorded History for First Three Months of the Year 04/01/2026BudgetStatement From Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani on City Council’s Preliminary Budget Response 04/01/2026EducationMayor Mamdani Launches First-of-Its-Kind Child Care Website and Interactive Map 04/01/2026EducationTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Launches First-of-Its-Kind Child Care Website and Interactive Map 03/31/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Launches Universal Child Care Parent Survey 03/31/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Delivers Remarks at City Winery Passover Seder 03/31/2026TransportationMamdani Administration Opens Electric Vehicle Fast Charging Station in Downtown Flushing, Queens 03/31/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 1.17 03/31/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 2.17 03/31/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Invests $108 Million to Improve Sewer Performance Citywide, Enhancing Neighborhood Resiliency 03/31/2026Public SafetyTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Invests $108 Million to Improve Sewer Performance Citywide, Enhancing Neighborhood Resiliency 03/31/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani, CTO Gelobter and Frederick O’Reilly Hayes Prize Foundation Honor Fourth Annual Hayes Innovation Prize Winners 03/30/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Advances New York City’s First Free Child Care Program Pilot for Municipal Workers 03/30/2026PolicyTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Advances New York City’s First Free Child Care Program Pilot for Municipal Workers 03/30/2026EducationMayor Mamdani Launches City’s First Undergraduate Scholarship Program for Municipal Workers 03/30/2026Public SafetyMayor Mamdani Announces Expansion of “Next Mile NYC” to Rikers Island, Connecting Incarcerated New Yorkers to High-Paying Jobs

Week of March 23, 2026

Over 11,000 New Yorkers voted in the first round of Mayor Mamdani’s Municipal Madness for neighborhood fixes.
A street redesign project begins immediately to permanently improve and separate bike and pedestrian access to the Brooklyn Bridge's Manhattan entrance by June, enhancing safety ahead of the FIFA World Cup.
Police arrested a suspect for an alleged plot to build explosive devices targeting Nerdeen Kiswani's home, thwarting the attack.
Emergency Executive Order No. 1.16 extends the suspension of certain Department of Correction regulations for five days.
Emergency Executive Order No. 2.16 extends the state of emergency for humanitarian relief centers for five days.
Carina Kaufman-Gutierrez was named the first Executive Director of the new Office of Street Vendor Services.
City agencies identified over $1.7 billion in savings for Fiscal Years 2026 and 2027 through operational reforms.
The Neighborhood Builders Fast Track program launched to expedite affordable housing development on city-owned land, aiming to deliver up to 1,000 new affordable homes within two years.
Ground broke on a project near Yankee Stadium to improve Bronx crosstown bus service and enhance street safety for over 25,000 daily Bx6 SBS line riders.
Over $1.8 million in restitution and penalties secured for more than 830 fast-food and retail workers, with an enforcement petition filed for approximately 1,000 additional workers.
The Back Home Unit and Back Home NYC guide launched to coordinate services for New Yorkers displaced by fires and other disasters.
An NTSB investigation began into a fatal ground collision at LaGuardia Airport involving an Air Canada Express flight and a Port Authority vehicle, resulting in two pilot deaths; the airport reopened.

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03/29/2026PolicyMore Than 11,000 New Yorkers Cast Their Votes for Neighborhood Fixes in First Round of Mayor Mamdani’s Municipal Madness 03/27/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Announces Redesigned Bike and Pedestrian Connection to Brooklyn Bridge Ahead of World Cup 03/27/2026StatementStatement From Mayor Mamdani On Plot To Assassinate Nerdeen Kiswani 03/27/2026StatementStatement From Mayor Mamdani On Threat To Nerdeen Kiswani 03/27/2026TransportationTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Announces Redesigned Bike and Pedestrian Connection to Brooklyn Bridge Ahead of World Cup 03/26/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 1.16 03/26/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 2.16 03/25/2026BudgetMayor Mamdani Releases Update on Savings Plan 03/25/2026HousingMamdani Administration Launches New Program to Deliver Affordable Housing on City-Owned Land Faster 03/25/2026AppointmentMayor Mamdani, SBS Commissioner Kenny Minaya Name Carina Kaufman-Gutierrez As First-Ever Executive Director Of The Office Of Street Vendor Services 03/25/2026HousingTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Administration Launches New Program to Deliver Affordable Housing on City-Owned Land Faster 03/24/2026TransportationAhead of Opening Day, Mamdani Administration Breaks Ground on Project to Improve Bronx Crosstown Bus Service and Safety Near Yankee Stadium 03/24/2026PolicyMamdani Administration Secures Nearly $2M in Restitution for 800+ Fast-Food and Retail Workers 03/24/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Secures Nearly $2M in Restitution for 800+ Fast-Food and Retail Workers 03/23/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Joins U.S. Transportation Secretary Duffy and FAA Administrator Bedford for a Press Conference at Laguardia Airport to Share Updates on Air Canada Express 8646 Ground Collision 03/23/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Launches Back Home Unit and Guide to Help New Yorkers Recover After Emergencies

Week of March 16, 2026

Department of Correction compliance requirement suspensions extended for five days by Emergency Executive Order No. 1.14, with mandated updates on restoration plans.
Emergency operations for temporary housing of new arrivals extended for five days by Emergency Executive Order No. 2.14, with DSS and DHS to update on phasing out facilities.
Department of Correction compliance requirement suspensions extended for five days by Emergency Executive Order No. 1.15, with mandated updates on restoration plans.
Emergency operations for temporary housing of new arrivals extended for five days by Emergency Executive Order No. 2.15, with DSS and DHS to update on phasing out facilities.
Carl Weisbrod, Dr. Lilliam Barrios-Paoli, and Larian Angelo appointed to the Quadrennial Advisory Commission to review elected officials' compensation.
Richard Lee appointed Commissioner of the Department of Finance, overseeing over $50 billion in annual city revenue.
Renita Francois appointed Deputy Mayor for Community Safety, and the Mayor's Office of Community Safety created via Executive Order for a whole-of-government approach to public safety.
Universal child care is a cornerstone of economic freedom, with NYC expanding free 2-K and 3-K seats for eligible children via a $1.2 billion state investment.
New tools and reopened applications for up to $395,000 in financial assistance are available for homeowners to add Ancillary Dwelling Units, simplifying the process and increasing housing options.
Dylan Lopez Contreras, the first NYC public school student detained by ICE, released after ten months, is welcomed home.
Criminal enforcement for minor traffic offenses against cyclists and e-bike riders ended, replaced by civil summonses, with new legislation to improve street safety under development.
Gregory Anderson appointed Commissioner of the Department of Sanitation.
The $80M revamped NYC Future Fund launched, providing affordable financing with lower loan minimums, reduced interest rates, and expanded eligibility for small businesses.
NYPD codified its policy requiring release of body-worn camera footage within 30 days of critical incidents, formalizing transparency.
All 2,300 eligible NYC school zones will have speed limits reduced to 15 MPH by the end of the first term, expanding Sammy's Law for child safety.
Leqaa Kordia released from federal detention after year-long confinement, welcomed by Mayor Mamdani.
Over 7,000 potholes repaired citywide during a weekend blitz, improving street safety after a historic winter.

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Week of March 9, 2026

Citywide pothole repair blitz launched, deploying over 20 NYC DOT crews to fill thousands of potholes across all five boroughs.
NYC311 Call Center staff thanked by Mayor during a visit celebrating the service's 23rd anniversary.
Mayor's Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs established by Executive Order, with Taylor Brown appointed as director, making her the first transgender person to lead a New York City office or agency.
Mayor appeared on ABC7 to address Islamophobic remarks, affirming Muslim and New Yorker identities are not conflicting for the city's one million Muslim residents.
Historic $2.1 million court judgment secured against Bronx landlord at 919 Prospect Avenue, imposing maximum penalties under the Nuisance Abatement Law for neglected conditions and requiring extensive repairs.
Mayor delivered remarks at an Iftar for city workers, celebrating their contributions and condemning anti-Muslim bigotry and hate speech.
2,000 free 2-K seats launched in four communities and over 1,000 new 3-K seats added across 56 zip codes, expanding universal child care.
Emergency Executive Order No. 2.13 issued, extending temporary housing for new arrivals for five days and requiring a plan to phase out reliance on suspended laws for these facilities.
Emergency Executive Order No. 1.13 issued, extending Department of Correction's state of emergency for five days and reinstating compliance with Administrative Code sections 9-116 b/c and 12-120/12-121.
Statement issued on State's One-House Budget Resolutions, praising efforts to address fiscal deficit, extend the fare-free bus pilot, and support universal childcare, while advocating for mayoral control.
Two individuals arrested for deploying ISIS-inspired improvised explosive devices containing TATP at a protest outside Gracie Mansion, with a third device found in their vehicle.
Federal indictments of Emir Balat and Ibrahim Kayumi on ISIS-inspired terrorism charges acknowledged by Mayor, emphasizing accountability and public safety.

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Week of March 2, 2026

White supremacist protest outside Gracie Mansion condemned, involving an attempted explosive device, with thanks to NYPD for quick response.
Police Officer Sorffly Davius mourned after passing away following a medical episode while deployed with the U.S. Army National Guard.
New initiatives launched to remove longstanding sidewalk sheds, particularly at NYCHA developments, and reduce future need, including $650 million for NYCHA façade repairs and new Department of Buildings rules for less frequent inspections and reduced shed coverage.
Emergency Executive Order No. 1.12 extended suspension of certain Department of Correction compliance requirements for five days, mandating regular updates on compliance actions.
Emergency Executive Order No. 2.12 extended the state of emergency for temporary housing centers for new arrivals for five days, requiring DSS/DHS updates on facility phase-out plans.
$50 million capital investment announced to reconstruct 10 parks in underserved neighborhoods through the Community Parks Initiative.
Bellevue Shelter closure planned by end of April 2026 due to severe disrepair, relocating approximately 250 inhabitants while maintaining overall shelter bed capacity.
Lawsuit filed with DCWP against Instant Recovery Corp. for allegedly engaging in predatory practices, overcharging customers, and other unlawful violations.
First four communities announced to receive over 2,000 free 2-K child care seats for two-year-olds starting this fall, marking a major step towards universal child care in NYC.
Kenny Minaya appointed as Commissioner of the New York City Department of Small Business Services (SBS).

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Week of February 23, 2026

Robust measures implemented for rapid temperature drop and Code Blue, including increased homeless outreach, warming centers, and DSNY preparations.
State of emergency for new arrivals requiring temporary housing extended by 30 days, directing agencies to phase out facilities operating under suspended regulations.
State of emergency first declared in September 2021 extended by 30 days, Department of Correction mandated to update Mayor on compliance plans.
US and Israeli military strikes on Iran condemned as catastrophic escalation; enhanced patrols initiated and Iranian New Yorkers reassured of safety.
Diya Vij appointed Commissioner of the Department of Cultural Affairs to extend the Mayor's affordability agenda to the arts.
$20 million invested over three years for the Strong Foundations initiative, expanding perinatal and early childhood mental health programs.
NYC families urged to apply for free 3-K and Pre-K programs by the February 27 deadline, with universal access regardless of income or immigration status.
$4 million restoration of four historic Hunterfly Road Houses at Weeksville Heritage Center completed, preserving one of the nation's oldest free Black communities.
Meeting held with President Donald Trump to propose over $21 billion in federal grants for a Sunnyside Yard affordable housing and infrastructure project, creating 12,000 homes and 30,000 jobs.
Erin Dalton appointed Commissioner of the Department of Social Services (DSS).
Sideya Sherman appointed City Planning Director and Chair; Eric Enderlin and Edith Hsu-Chen reappointed to housing and city planning leadership roles.
Department of Correction's suspended compliance requirements extended by five days, mandating regular updates on plans to restore compliance.
Emergency provisions for temporary housing for new arrivals extended by five days, requiring an action plan to phase out reliance on suspended rules.
Travel ban lifted Monday 12 p.m.; NYC Public Schools to reopen for in-person instruction Tuesday; New Yorkers urged to continue exercising caution due to icy conditions.
Local state of emergency declared for a winter weather emergency terminated, effective February 24, 2026.

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03/01/2026Public SafetyMayor Mamdani Announces Robust Measures to Keep New Yorkers Safe as Temperatures Rapidly Drop Sunday Night 03/01/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 1.11 03/01/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 2.11 02/28/2026StatementStatement from Mayor Mamdani on Military Strikes on Iran 02/28/2026AppointmentMayor Zohran Mamdani Appoints Diya Vij as Commissioner of the Department of Cultural Affairs 02/27/2026HealthMayor Mamdani Announces $20 Million Investment in Strong Foundations Initiative to Expand Perinatal and Early Childhood Mental Health Programs for Families 02/27/2026EducationICYMI: Mamdani Administration to NYC Parents: Apply for Pre-K and 3-K Before 11:59 P.M. Tonight 02/27/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Announces Completion of Weeksville Restoration, Preserving One of the Nation’s Oldest Free Black Communities 02/27/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Announces Completion of Weeksville Restoration, Preserving One of the Nation’s Oldest Free Black Communities 02/26/2026HousingMayor Mamdani Meets With President Donald Trump to Advance Federal Investment in Affordable Housing 02/25/2026AppointmentMayor Mamdani Appoints Erin Dalton as Commissioner of Department of Social Services 02/25/2026EducationAhead of Feb. 27 Deadline, Mayor Mamdani Urges Families to Apply for Pre-K and 3-K 02/25/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Ahead of Feb. 27 Deadline, Mayor Mamdani Urges Families to Apply for Pre-K and 3-K 02/24/2026EducationMayor Mamdani, Rep. Ocasio-Cortez Urge New Yorkers to Apply for 3-K & Pre-K 02/24/2026AppointmentMayor Mamdani Appoints Sideya Sherman as City Planning Director and Chair, Reappoints Eric Enderlin and Edith Hsu-Chen to Housing and Planning Leadership 02/24/2026TranscriptRemarks as Prepared: Mayor Mamdani Provides Weather Updates at NYC Emergency Management Headquarters 02/24/2026Public SafetyTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Provides Weather Updates at NYC Emergency Management Headquarters 02/24/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 2.10 02/24/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 1.10 02/23/2026Public SafetyMayor Mamdani Announces Lift of Travel Ban; NYC Public Schools to Open for In-Person Instruction Tuesday 02/23/2026Public SafetyTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Provides Emergency Weather Update on 1010 Wins 02/23/2026PolicyTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Appears Live on NY1 With Shannan Ferry 02/23/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Announces Lift of Travel Ban; NYC Public Schools to Open for In-Person Instruction Tuesday 02/23/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 3.1

Week of February 16, 2026

Local state of emergency declared and NYC streets closed to non-essential vehicles from 9 p.m. February 22 to 12 p.m. February 23, with a snow day for public schools on Monday.
Citywide comprehensive snow response plan released, deploying thousands of sanitation workers and emergency shovelers, activating warming centers and Code Blue operations.
Ana María Archila appointed Commissioner for International Affairs and Faiza Ali appointed Commissioner for Immigrant Affairs.
Christina Farrell appointed Commissioner of New York City Emergency Management.
First Expedited Land Use Review Procedure (ELURP) initiated for affordable housing and resiliency projects, shortening review times from seven months to 90 days.
Ground broken on Timbale Terrace, a 100% affordable housing development in East Harlem, delivering 341 homes and a new community arts center.
Six new appointees, including a new Chair, appointed to the nine-member Rent Guidelines Board.
Balanced Fiscal Year 2027 Preliminary Budget of $127 billion released, proposing higher taxes on the wealthy or increased property taxes and reserve use to address a fiscal crisis.
$1.5 billion in New York State funding over two years announced with Governor Hochul to help address New York City's fiscal challenges.
City's Protected Time Off Law expanded, adding 32 hours of unpaid leave upon hire and broadening eligible reasons, with a new data-driven enforcement strategy.
Emergency Executive Order No. 1.9 issued, extending a previous order for five days and reinstating suspended procurement laws for the Department of Correction.
Emergency Executive Order No. 2.9 issued, extending the state of emergency for humanitarian relief centers for five days and mandating updates on phasing out non-compliant facilities.
New early childhood education center announced for the Upper East Side this fall, providing over 130 new Pre-K and 3-K seats.
Citywide "subscription trap" compliance warnings issued to nearly 200 NYC gyms for deceptive advertising related to membership cancellations.
Coney Island Business Improvement District created with an initial $1 million commitment for local small businesses, community beautification, and sanitation.

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02/22/2026Public SafetyMayor Mamdani Declares Local State of Emergency, Snow Day for NYC Public Schools to Keep New Yorkers Safe 02/22/2026Public SafetyTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Declares Local State of Emergency, Snow Day for NYC Public Schools to Keep New Yorkers Safe 02/22/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Appears Live on the Weather Channel 02/22/2026Public SafetyEmergency Executive Order No. 3 02/21/2026Public SafetyMamdani Administration Shares City’s Weekend Snow Response Plan 02/21/2026Public SafetyRemarks as Prepared: Mayor Zohran Mamdani Delivers Weather Update 02/21/2026Public SafetyTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Holds a Press Conference to Provide Weather Updates 02/20/2026PolicyMamdani Administration Begins First-Ever Expedited Review of Affordable Housing and Resiliency Projects 02/20/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Announces Major Expansion of Protected Time Off for 4.3 Million Workers and New Data-Driven Enforcement Strategy 02/19/2026EducationMayor Mamdani Announces Opening of Upper East Side Early Childhood Education Center This Fall, Meeting Critical Demand in District 02/19/2026PolicyMamdani Administration Issues Citywide “Subscription Trap” Compliance Warning to Nearly 200 Gyms 02/19/2026EducationTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Announces Opening of Upper East Side Early Childhood Education Center This Fall, Meeting Critical Demand in District 02/19/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Provides Update on Action Plan for Jails, Migrant Shelters 02/19/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 1.9 02/19/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 2.9 02/18/2026HousingMamdani Administration Breaks Ground on Timbale Terrace Affordable Housing Development 02/18/2026AppointmentMayor Mamdani Announces Six Appointees to the Rent Guidelines Board 02/18/2026HousingTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Holds Press Conference to Break Ground on Timbale Terrace 02/17/2026BudgetMayor Mamdani Releases Balanced Fiscal Year 2027 Preliminary Budget 02/17/2026AppointmentMayor Zohran Mamdani Announces Commissioners for International Affairs and Immigrant Affairs 02/17/2026BudgetTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Releases Balanced Fiscal Year 2027 Preliminary Budget 02/16/2026BudgetMayor Mamdani and Governor Hochul Announce $1.5 Billion to Help Address City Fiscal Challenges 02/16/2026AppointmentMayor Mamdani Appoints Christina Farrell as Commissioner of New York City Emergency Management 02/16/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Creates New Business Improvement District in Coney Island

Week of February 9, 2026

New Coney Island Business Improvement District (BID) created, operational by July 2026 with a $1 million first-year operating budget.
Department of Correction (DOC) compliance exemptions extended for five days, requiring a full compliance plan by February 19, 2026.
Emergency order for Department of Social Services and Department of Homeless Services extended for five days, requiring a plan to phase out emergency housing facilities by February 19, 2026.
Construction restarted on four previously halted bus and bike lane projects in the Bronx and Brooklyn, aiming to deliver faster bus service for 130,000 daily riders and improve traffic safety.
Nadia Shihata nominated as Commissioner of the Department of Investigation (DOI), pending City Council confirmation.
City's budget gap revised to $7 billion from $12 billion, with proposals to raise taxes on wealthy individuals and corporations to address the deficit.
Lisa Gelobter appointed Chief Technology Officer, Nisha Agarwal Commissioner of the Mayor's Office for People With Disabilities, and Lisa Scott-McKenzie Commissioner of the Department for the Aging.
First-ever Rental Ripoff Hearings launched across all five boroughs, inviting tenants to share experiences to help shape future housing policy within 90 days.
New Shirley Chisholm Recreation Center opened in Flatbush, the first new recreation center in over a decade and now Brooklyn's largest.

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02/15/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Creates New Business Improvement District in Coney Island — Just in Time for Summer 2026 02/14/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 1.8 02/14/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 2.8 02/13/2026TransportationMayor Mamdani Announces City Will Restart Construction of Four Halted Bus and Bike Lane Projects in the Bronx and Brooklyn 02/13/2026TransportationTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Announces City Will Restart Construction of Four Halted Bus and Bike Lane Projects in the Bronx and Brooklyn 02/12/2026AppointmentMayor Zohran Mamdani Nominates Nadia Shihata as Commissioner of the Department of Investigation 02/12/2026AppointmentTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Nominates Nadia Shihata as Commissioner of the Department of Investigation 02/11/2026BudgetMayor Mamdani’s Prepared Remarks at the 2026 Joint Legislative Budget Hearing 02/11/2026TranscriptTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Holds Media Availability Following 2026 Joint Legislative Budget Hearing 02/10/2026HousingMamdani Administration Invites New Yorkers to Join First-Ever Rental Ripoff Hearings in All Five Boroughs 02/10/2026AppointmentMayor Mamdani Announces Key Appointments to Three City Agencies and Offices, Including Chief Technology Officer 02/09/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Announces Opening of New Shirley Chisholm Recreation Center in Flatbush 02/09/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 1.7 02/09/2026PolicyMayor Mamdani Announces Opening of New Shirley Chisholm Recreation Center in Flatbush 02/09/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 1.7 02/09/2026Executive OrderEmergency Executive Order No. 2.7 02/09/2026PolicyTranscript: Mayor Mamdani Announces Opening of Shirley Chisholm Recreation Center

Week of February 2, 2026

Expansion of shelter capacity, warming sites, and street outreach workers announced for dangerously low temperatures.
LinkNYC public service announcement launched urging homeless New Yorkers to call 311 or 911 for assistance during dangerously cold temperatures.
A new 106-bed Safe Haven shelter opened in Lower Manhattan, operated by Breaking Ground, to house vulnerable homeless New Yorkers.
Stricter enforcement launched for 250 of the city's most distressed apartment buildings through the Alternative Enforcement Program.
A $38.4 million investment announced with NYCHA to install clean heat pumps in all 712 units at Beach 41st Street Houses.
Executive Order No. 13 signed to reaffirm New York City's sanctuary status, enhance protections for immigrants, and limit federal immigration enforcement on city property.
A citywide "Know Your Rights" initiative launched, distributing over 30,000 multilingual flyers to educate New Yorkers on their rights during interactions with federal immigration authorities.
A Request for Information launched for new and existing 2-K and 3-K child care providers, marking the first step towards universal child care in NYC.
The NYC Free Tax Prep initiative promoted, offering free in-person and virtual tax preparation services for eligible New Yorkers, alongside a crackdown on deceptive practices by paid preparers.
Phylisa Wisdom appointed as the new Executive Director of the Mayor’s Office to Combat Antisemitism.
Emergency Executive Order No. 1.6 issued, extending a previous order for five days and requiring the Department of Correction to submit a plan by February 19, 2026.
Emergency Executive Order No. 2.6 issued, extending a previous order for five days and mandating a plan by February 19, 2026, to phase out facilities operating under emergency rule suspensions for humanitarian relief centers.
A special election proclaimed for April 28, 2026, in the 3rd Council district to fill the vacancy created by Council Member Erik Bottcher's resignation.
The David N. Dinkins Municipal Building cupola will open for first-ever free public tours starting in June, following a $6 million improvement project.
Mayor Mamdani will host the administration's first annual Interfaith Breakfast on February 6, 2026, bringing together faith leaders to honor the city's religious diversity.

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Week of January 26, 2026

Snow removal operations updated, with 23 million pounds of snow melted, 116 million pounds of salt used, and thousands of workers deployed.
NYC Public Schools returned to in-person learning Tuesday, January 27, following a one-day remote instruction.
New single-room shelter units opened in Upper Manhattan for homeless New Yorkers during extreme cold, alongside expanded warming centers and relaxed shelter intake policies.
Executive Order 12 signed, mandating all city agencies appoint a Chief Savings Officer within five days to identify budget savings for the $12 billion deficit, with initial assessments due in 45 days.
Five new Commissioners appointed, including Dr. Alister Martin for Health and Mental Hygiene and Stanley Richards for Correction, the latter being the first formerly incarcerated individual in that role.
A "$12 billion Adams Budget Crisis" for FY2026 and FY2027 announced, attributed to previous administration's fiscal mismanagement and state disinvestment, with plans to balance by taxing wealthy and corporations.
Sharun Goodwin appointed Commissioner of Probation, Yume Kitasei for Citywide Administrative Services, and Lisa Garcia for Environmental Protection.
City's first "World Cup Czar" appointed for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, along with other key city office appointments and re-appointments.
$5 million settlement reached with Uber Eats, Fantuan, and HungryPanda for Minimum Pay Rate violations, with Uber reinstating up to 10,000 wrongfully deactivated food delivery workers.
Over 50,000 applications submitted for 3-K and Pre-K programs; the application deadline is February 27.
Free admission to the Louis Armstrong House Museum announced for Saturday, February 7, to kick off Black History Month and ensure accessibility for all New Yorkers.
State of emergency regarding Department of Correction compliance extended, with DOC mandated to submit a full compliance plan by February 19, 2026.
State of emergency for Humanitarian Emergency Response and Relief Centers extended for 30 days, with DSS/DHS directed to plan by February 19, 2026, to phase out facilities relying on suspended regulations.

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Week of January 19, 2026

City mobilized full response to major winter storm with heavy snow and extreme cold approaching, coordinating agencies, activating EOC, opening warming centers, and issuing safety advisories.
NYC Public Schools pivot to remote instruction on Monday, January 26 due to extreme weather conditions.
Warming centers opened, intensified outreach to homeless, and residents urged to stay home for safety amidst severe winter weather.
Emergency Executive Order No. 1.4 extended for five days, requiring Department of Correction to submit a plan by February 19, 2026 for full compliance with laws currently suspended.
Emergency Executive Order No. 2.4 extended for five days to maintain temporary housing operations, mandating a Department of Social Services and Department of Homeless Services plan by February 19, 2026 to phase out facilities relying on suspended regulations.
Quadrennial Advisory Commission formed with Speaker Julie Menin to review and recommend compensation changes for city elected officials and District Attorneys, fulfilling a City Charter requirement.
Two new "Elevate You" youth clinics launched at NYC Health + Hospitals/Woodhull and Queens, funded by $4 million from MetroPlusHealth, offering comprehensive healthcare for young people ages 16 to 25.
Hotel hidden fees and unexpected credit card holds banned through a DCWP final rule, ensuring consumer transparency and going into effect February 21, 2026.
Just Home Supportive Housing Initiative restarted, reversing the prior administration's block, to create 83 new affordable homes for formerly incarcerated New Yorkers with medical needs on the NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi campus.
Statement on Governor Hochul's budget proposal commended state investments in early childhood education but criticized New York City's budget gap and called for increased contributions from the wealthy and corporations.
Over one billion dollars in state funding announced to expand universal child care for 2- and 3-year-olds; commitment to New York City's sanctuary policies reiterated despite federal threats.

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Week of January 12, 2026

Tricia Shimamura appointed as the new Commissioner of the New York City Department of Parks & Recreation, bringing extensive experience in public service and infrastructure projects.
Historic $2.1 million settlement reached with A&E Real Estate to address tenant harassment and correct over 4,000 building code violations across 14 buildings.
Emergency Executive Order 1.2 extended for five days, mandating the Department of Correction to submit a plan by February 19, 2026, for achieving full compliance with laws currently waived.
Afua Atta-Mensah appointed Chief Equity Officer and Commissioner of the Mayor’s Office of Equity & Racial Justice, tasked with creating the Preliminary Citywide Racial Equity Plan within the administration's first 100 days.
NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) sued delivery app Motoclick and its CEO for violating delivery worker laws, seeking millions in stolen pay, and warned major delivery apps like DoorDash and Uber to comply with new worker protection laws taking effect on January 26.
Emergency Executive Order 2.2 extended for five days, mandating the Department of Social Services and Homeless Services to submit a plan by February 19, 2026, to phase out reliance on emergency facilities operating under suspended rules.
Executive Order 11 signed, directing city agencies to inventory and reduce fees and civil penalties for small businesses, assess permit wait times, and propose administrative and legislative actions, including studying an amnesty program.
3-K and Pre-K applications launched, open until February 27, 2026, with families encouraged to apply online, by phone, or at Family Welcome Centers.
Midori Valdivia nominated as Chair and Commissioner of the New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC), bringing extensive experience in transportation policy and operations with a focus on worker-centered policies.
Rafael Espinal appointed Commissioner of the Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment (MOME), focusing on ensuring New York City remains affordable for artists and creatives.

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Week of January 5, 2026

Emergency Executive Order 1 extended for five days, mandating the Department of Correction to submit a plan by February 19, 2026, for full compliance with laws and regulations.
Emergency Executive Order 2 extended for five days, requiring DSS and DHS to submit a plan by February 19, 2026, to phase out reliance on suspended laws for temporary housing facilities.
$4 million committed to expand public bathroom access citywide, with an RFP issued for modular restrooms and a new facility confirmed for West Harlem this year.
1,500 free tickets for the 'Under the Radar' Theater Festival distributed to New Yorkers, promoting arts and culture accessibility.
Free universal childcare for two-year-olds launched in NYC with Governor Hochul, with state investments expanding universal childcare for children under five statewide.
Senior communications hires announced for City Hall, including Anna Bahr as Communications Director and Joe Calvello as Press Secretary.
Simonia Brown appointed as Senior Advisor for Policy and Strategy to advance the Mayor's affordability agenda.
Christine Clarke appointed as Chair of the New York City Commission on Human Rights.
New York City experienced its safest year ever for gun violence in 2025, with shooting incidents and victims at historic lows and a 3% decrease in overall major crime.
Two emergency executive orders signed, directing city agencies to develop compliance plans for Board of Corrections' Minimum Standards, city shelter laws, and implementation of Local Law 42 banning solitary confinement.
Executive Orders 09 and 10 signed to combat junk fees and deceptive subscription practices, establishing a Citywide Junk Fee Task Force and directing the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection to enforce compliance.
Executive Order 08 issued to protect tenants from rental ripoffs and abusive landlord practices, establishing public hearings and prioritizing enforcement of tenant protection laws.
Three new judges, Cary Fischer, Natalie Barros, and Andrés Casas, appointed along with nine judicial reappointments to Criminal and Family Courts.

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Week of December 29, 2025

Mike Flynn appointed New York City Department of Transportation commissioner as Mayor Mamdani’s first official act
Mayor’s Office to Protect Tenants revitalized under Director Cea Weaver, alongside housing task forces targeting faster construction and a landlord bankruptcy intervention
Land Inventory Fast Track Task Force created to identify City-owned sites for at least 25,000 homes over 10 years
SPEED Task Force created to streamline permitting and administrative processes for affordable housing production
Dina Levy appointed housing commissioner and citywide “Rental Ripoff” hearings ordered to document tenant mistreatment, poor conditions, and unfair landlord practices
Protected bike lanes restored along the full McGuinness Boulevard corridor from Meeker Avenue to the Pulaski Bridge, with one travel lane and one parking or loading lane in each direction
U.S. military strikes in Venezuela and the capture of President Nicolás Maduro condemned, with monitoring focused on New York’s Venezuelan community
Ali Najmi appointed chair of the Mayor’s Advisory Committee on the Judiciary to recruit, evaluate, and recommend candidates for Criminal, Family, and Civil Courts
Office of Mass Engagement established under Commissioner Tascha Van Auken to coordinate public participation across city government
Executive Order 01 continued pre-September 26, 2024 orders while revoking later orders, except emergency orders
Executive Order 02 established five deputy mayor portfolios and defined oversight for senior staff and city agencies
Executive Order 06 formalized the Mayor’s Advisory Committee on the Judiciary and its judicial recruitment and evaluation duties
Executive Order 07 created the Office of Mass Engagement, consolidated public engagement functions, and discontinued the Office of Civic Engagement
The December 31, 2025 Charter Revision Commission was dissolved, nullifying its mandates and proposed revisions

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