On September 25, 2023, Mayor Eric Adams appointed Elijah M. Hutchinson as the new executive director of the Mayor’s Office of Climate and Environmental Justice.
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City Announces Plan to Convert Vacant Offices to Housing
On August 17, 2023, Mayor Eric Adams and Department of City Planning (DCP) Director Dan Garodnick took significant steps toward building critical new housing across the City by devising a plan to convert vacant offices into housing and implementing procedures to ensure the plan’s success.
City Expands Commercial Trash Containerization Rules to All Businesses
On September 19,2023, mayor Eric Adams and Sanitation Commissioner Jessica Tisch announced the expansion of trash containerization requirements for all businesses in New York City as part of the city’s ongoing efforts to mitigate New York’s rat problem.
DEP Announces Completion of Green Infrastructure Changes Around Jamaica Bay
On September 6, 2023, the Department of Environmental Protection announced the completion of a project to install new green infrastructure to help absorb stormwater and reduce chronic flooding to help Jamaica Bay.
Council Passes Bill to Create Interactive Map for Bike Lanes
On August 3, 2023, the City Council passed Int. 289-A, which requires the Department of Transportation to create a searchable map of the City’s bike lanes. The bill was sponsored by Council Member Carlina Rivera.
Commercial Containerization Rules to Extend to Chain Businesses Sept. 5th
On September 5, 2023, chain businesses with five or more locations citywide will be required to use rigid containers with secure lids when setting out trash curbside for collection. The rule is a part of the city’s ongoing push to control the rat population by restricting sources of food. The rule was finalized and published in the City Record on August 2nd.