.NYC Department of Small Business Services has launched a new Business Preparedness and Resiliency Program to support small businesses in coastal/stormwater flood zones to become more resilient.

Eligible businesses can receive free assessments and up to $5,000 in funding.

Learn more: nyc-business.nyc.gov/nycbusiness/em…

The growing rate of traffic crash fatalities in the first quarter of 2024 is deeply concerning.

Keeping NYers safe from traffic violence is paramount, and New York City Council will continue to prioritize actions that make our streets safer for pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists alike.

The Mayor’s Executive Budget begins to reverse a fraction of previous harmful cuts, but significant work remains to deliver a city budget that fulfills our obligations to all New Yorkers and supports their success.

My full statement with Justin Brannan: council.nyc.gov/press/2024/04/…

We wear denim to stand in solidarity with survivors of sexual violence, reject victim-blaming and highlight what so many experience in silence.

Proud to support survivors on #DenimDay and every day by centering their healing through trauma-informed care.

denimday.org

Cultural institutions are essential pillars of our communities and contribute significantly to NYC’s economy. New York City Council has consistently championed adequate funding to support them.

We look forward to our continued work to ensure NYC remains the cultural capital of the world.

Happy #EarthDay , NYC!

As the deadline for passing this year’s city budget approaches, the Council remains committed to funding key climate-focused priorities to advance a healthy, safe, and green city for all New Yorkers. 🧵

Thank you Adrienne Adams, NYC Council Member Carlina Rivera, and Justin Brannan for committing to culture and all that it does for our City. Today, we saw a restoration of $22.6M for DCLA in the Executive Budget - a step towards the full restoration & baseline to culture and the arts!

This evening marks the first night of Passover, a joyous holiday that reminds us of the importance of reflecting on history and passing on its lessons to future generations.

Wishing a Chag Pesach Kasher V’Sameach to New York City’s Jewish community!

The state budget will help NYC build more affordable homes. We appreciate the work of our state partners as we examine the details of the adopted budget. Additional work to confront the housing crisis and other issues remains a priority.

council.nyc.gov/press/2024/04/…

Trauma recovery centers work.

They have a proven record of helping underserved victims and interrupting cycles of violence.

That’s why New York City Council is adamant TRCs get the funding to become a permanent fixture of NYC’s public safety infrastructure.

nytimes.com/2024/04/20/nyr…

Cycles of violence continue when trauma goes unchecked and victims can't access the services and support they need to heal. The New York City Council has invested in proven holistic solutions to they produce long-term results like the JCCGCI Trauma Recovery Center.
brooklynpaper.com/trauma-recover…

Thank you for your leadership and work to sustain many important education programs, Adrienne Adams!

Today’s announcement by Mayor Eric Adams , along with Adrienne Adams & Finance Chair Justin Brannan of over $500 million in funding for critical education programs—is a step in the right direction.

More than $500 million in funding for educational programs is a positive step towards ensuring our students & working families have access to the services they rely on.

The Council will continue to champion the programs our students need & continue to push for their protection.

Today Adrienne Adams and I were honored to join the Cultural Institutions Group trustee breakfast. From the Met to the Staten Island Zoo, the New York City Council is fighting to restore and baseline critical funding so New York City will remain the undisputed cultural capital of the world.