Dear Parent Leaders, We are writing to share an exciting opportunity for your district to participate in the DOE Minecraft Battle of the Boroughs. This challenge provides an opportunity for NYCDOE students to design safe, connected, resilient, and sustainable communities that move NYC forward without leaving anyone behind. The New York City Department of Education …
Community Update: March 8, 2023 Community Update: March 8, 2023 Dear Neighbors, With Women’s HerStory Month off to a tremendous start, I want to highlight International Women’s Day and recognize the work that has been done to advance gender equality in our community by some phenomenal women. I am proud to have so many …
Community Update: March 13th Dear Neighbor— Happy Monday! A lot has happened since we saw each other last. So let’s catch up! This week, Wednesday, March 15, 2023, I will be hosting a preliminary budget hearing. As you know, the City of New York’s budget is due by July 1, 2023, so this hearing gives me the opportunity to here …
Dear fellow New Yorker, Mayor Adams announced the creation of the Office of Asylum Seeker Operations (OASO) and released a blueprint on the City’s response to the asylum seeker crisis. OASO will manage a new, centralized 24/7 arrival center and lead initiatives including includes emergency housing, resettlement, and workforce development. The pursuit of the …
Youth Town Hall: Centering the Voices of Youth with Disabilities Save the date for an inspiring and thought-provoking youth town hall that will shed light on the challenges facing young people with disabilities in school. Join us on Thursday, March 30th at 6PM ET as a panel of insightful speakers share their experiences and provide …
Dear Council Members and District Colleagues, Please share the information below with your communities and at your respective meetings. It is now time for candidate forums! Candidate Forums are the best opportunity for the community to meet the candidates running for a council seat. Forums are organized by the district and borough Presidents’ Councils, in …
Voter — This June’s primary election will mark the return of Ranked Choice Voting in NYC. When you vote for City Council, you can rank up to five candidates in order of preference instead of choosing just one. If you want to learn more about Ranked Choice Voting, RSVP for one of our online webinars …