Yesterday we testified before New York City Council's Housing & Buildings Committee and apprised Chair Council Member Pierina Sanchez that NYC Buildings has selected the renowned firm Thornton Tomasetti to conduct a wide-ranging study of NYC's façade law and inspection program as part of the #GetShedDown initiative.

Thanks Rudin Transpo Ctr for another epic transportation convening! danisimons

This #EarthWeek , we're working to protect NYers from the next Superstorm Sandy.
 
Thanks to the extraordinary efforts of NYC DDC, we’re nearly 40% done with our East Side Coastal Resiliency Project to stop flooding and strengthen public space.
 
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We should have named these Bee & Bees. Missed opportunity. 🐝

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From the construction of City Water Tunnel No. 3 to the repair of the Delaware Aqueduct to the upgrade of the Newtown Creek Wastewater facility, Vinny Sapienza has made major contributions to projects that will serve the City of New York for generations!

NYC is leading the fight against climate change. This #EarthWeek , we’re making our city GREENER and CLEANER with RAIN GARDENS and BLUEBELTS. This kind of #GreenInfrastructure helps prevent flooding during heavy rainfall AND beautifies our communities! on.nyc.gov/3Uzu9rt

Let there be light! ⁦NYC Buildings⁩ ⁦Jimmy Oddo⁩ nytimes.com/2024/04/24/nyr…

Trees coming through!

Solar shouldn't be a luxury product, and the people hurt first and worst by climate change must have access to the tools to fight back. Congrats NYSERDA and more soon! We're #Makingitrain !

Commissioner Rodriguez was joined by Mayor Eric Adams, NYC Department for the Aging and NYCBIC for a Citi Bike ride up car-free Broadway! #CarFreeNYC

A huge victory for Families For Safe Streets —all NYers deserve safety on our streets & sidewalks no matter how we get around.

Amy Cohen the Hero that never wanted the role and never walked away from the mission of saving lives, no matter how brutal the work became. Many lives will be saved because she cares so deeply about the value of human life. ⁦FFSS⁩ amny.com/transit/albany…

It's National Work Zone Awareness Week. Construction crews around America are working hard to improve your commute. When passing a work zone: slow down, keep your distance, and use extra caution.

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One year since the Trash Revolution began, and results are in.

Rat sightings to 311 were DOWN in 11 of the past 12 months when compared to the year prior.

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Keep in mind, rat sightings usually only go ⬆️.

Containing the trash works. Put a LID on IT!

I spoke yesterday about my experience witnessing domestic violence as a young girl growing up in SE Queens and the strength of my mom, Ms. Edna, a survivor who lives with us and is 93 years old.

GOAAALLLLLL!

City of New York just scored the largest affordable housing project in 40 years, as well as the city’s FIRST soccer-specific stadium.

We’re building a whole new neighborhood in Queens while creating thousands of good-paying jobs and $6 billion in economic impact.

Good news if you're already looking ahead to #EarthDay2024 !

New Yorkers will be able to enjoy 53 car-free streets on Saturday, April 20 — that's 30 more than last year! 🌎🚴‍♀️

Mark your calendars and we'll see you out there! gothamist.com/news/nyc-to-ma…

Second city service eclipse - 2017/2024

Indeed you do, Nat Henry . NYC DOT

H/T NYClimate on helping NYers understand the enviro hazards in their neighborhoods- and push for more & better. nytimes.com/2024/04/05/nyr…