As many of you know, the federal government recently issued, and continues to issue and update, Presidential Executive Orders and related guidance that may have implications for the granting and use of federal funding. NYCHA is working tirelessly with its city, state, and federal partners to understand the potential impact of this federal directive.
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For those residents looking to quit or cut back on smoking this new year, Smoke-Free NYCHA’s Liaison team is ready to assist. Serving as community health workers, Smoke-Free Liaisons help create healthier environments across NYCHA by educating residents and staff about the Authority’s smoke-free policy (which reduces exposure to secondhand smoke), coaching smokers who want… MORE
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We’re pleased to announce that Joan Tally was recently appointed to the NYCHA board by Mayor Eric Adams. Ms. Tally is a community development professional with a 30-year career financing affordable housing, having worked in each of the public, private, and non-profit sectors. She brings a passion for collaboration, mentorship, and building partnerships to her… MORE
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During the fourth quarter of 2024, the Compliance Department created one new Standard Procedure and updated another, introduced a new policy document from the Emergency Management and Services Department, and posted four new Advisory Alerts.
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The Environmental Health and Safety Department (EHS) is dedicated to fostering a culture of safety across the organization, and this newsletter is a vital tool to keep you informed about important updates, safety protocols, and best practices that support a safe, healthy, and injury-free workplace.
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In an exhibition space at Brooklyn’s FXCollaborative Gallery, visitors can take a visual journey through the changing landscapes of open spaces across NYCHA, beginning with the early years of the organization. The Authority’s parks and green spaces play the central role in the newly launched exhibit, “Living in the Shade: NYCHA Open Space Past, Present,… MORE
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Each month, NYCHANow recognizes the staff who’ve achieved more than five years of service, in multiples of five. Congratulations to the employees who reached these milestones in December 2024!
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Dear NYCHA Colleagues, We’re updating how we manage work apps on NYCHA-provided phones and tablets. This change will help keep our work tools secure and easy to use. That means we’re switching to Microsoft Intune, a new system that manages employees’ mobile devices. Employees with Samsung S10 or older models will receive new phones as… MORE
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If you’d like to submit kudos about a NYCHA staff person, please send an email to nychanow@nycha.nyc.gov. From Kingsborough Houses Resident LaurieAnn William:I am writing to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding support and responsiveness the Kingsborough management team consistently provides. Recently, I called in feeling very frustrated due to issues within my apartment.… MORE
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