How much food waste would it take to power an electric bicycle? Two graduate school students worked to find a solution to such an inquiry this summer while studying organic waste collection at NYCHA. Abigail Brown and Jed Higdon served as Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) Climate Corps fellows who helped advance the Authority’s environmental goals… MORE
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As the city approaches the 10th anniversary of Superstorm Sandy, NYCHA has reached a milestone in its efforts to upgrade its infrastructure, improve storm surge protection, and prevent power outages and other storm-related impacts in the future. On August 24, the 144th, and final, crane lift of NYCHA’s Sandy recovery program was performed for a… MORE
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Sam Mordi might be moving on from his longtime career at NYCHA, but not without taking with him a wealth of appreciation from his colleagues. After working for 30 years in the Law Department, Mr. Mordi is retiring from his position as Deputy General Counsel for housing litigation on August 31. In recognition of his… MORE
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Like many who have worked extensively in government, Brian Honan knows that building relationships is key to advancing legislation and solving complex problems for people in the community. As Senior Vice President of NYCHA’s Office of Intergovernmental Relations, the bonds he has formed with NYCHA residents, members of the public, and elected officials are… MORE
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Fitness is just part of the lesson at a newly expanded workout center at Staten Island’s Berry Houses. Inside the state-of-the-art gym, local youth are not only finding a way to stay active and fit through boxing and exercising, but also discovering an alternative to street life. For several years, the NYC Cops & Kids… MORE
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Members of NYCHA’s softball team, the Skyliners, played with confidence during their first season back on the field in two years. The employee team finished the regular season with a 7-6 record in the New York City Government Softball League, earning a sixth seed out of 14 teams in the league playoffs, said player and… MORE
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NYCHA’s Environmental Health and Safety Department’s (EHS) Integrated Pest Management Oversight Team (IPMOT) oversees pest mitigation and extermination measures to ensure compliance with best practices and existing standard procedures, in accordance with the principles of NYCHA’s Integrated Pest Management (IPM) approach. As part of its work, the IPMOT: Conducts oversight inspections of staff providing pest… MORE
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The Junior Knicks are back at NYCHA. Following its inaugural season last year, the Junior Knicks Basketball League has returned with 25 sites across NYCHA slated to host games and skills and drills clinics this summer. In partnership with the Junior Knicks and the NYPD, NYCHA kicked off the 2022 league season with a community… MORE
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In just six years, NYCHA’s Permanent Affordability Commitment Together (PACT) program has generated more than $3.4 billion in capital funding for comprehensive apartment renovations and building infrastructure improvements for nearly 15,500 households across the city. An additional 19,700 NYCHA households are slated to receive the enhancements at properties that are currently in the process of… MORE
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As the largest public housing authority in the country, NYCHA is served by numerous thought leaders, employees whose expertise in a specific field can help shape policies and develop innovative solutions to challenging problems. NYCHA regularly participates in a variety of thought leadership events, which provide opportunities for staff to promote programs and initiatives… MORE
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On June 28, the Twin Parks West community in the Bronx celebrated the reopening of the inner courtyard and recreational area after renovations were completed under NYCHA’s Permanent Affordability Commitment Together (PACT) program. Representatives from NYCHA and Gilbane Development Company were joined by project staff and Twin Parks West residents to mark the completion of… MORE
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NYCHA Caretaker Angel Martinez can often be seen wearing a smile as he works each day to maintain a safe and clean environment for residents and employees at Smith Houses in Manhattan. Fellow veteran Caretaker Rebecca Miranda is well regarded for her customer service, which has helped make hers a familiar name among the residents… MORE
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When studying the urban landscape of his development, Wagner Houses, Erickson Diaz made sure to consider the needs of his fellow residents and how they use the spaces across the campus. It was a tip that the aspiring architect picked up from professional urban designers who served as mentors for the spring class of… MORE
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In celebration of Father’s Day, NYCHA’s Resident Engagement Department organized a special breakfast on June 16 to honor the fathers on the team. Colleagues gathered at the 250 Broadway office to enjoy food and refreshments, while the fathers were presented with celebratory Father’s Day mugs.
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As part of a new series, we’re featuring the construction partners who work with NYCHA to ensure safe and decent homes for residents across the city. In this first installment of our series, STV Vice President and Senior Project Manager Sokol Bejleri discusses the firm’s longstanding partnership that has resulted in numerous project milestones at… MORE
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A resident of Brooklyn’s Boulevard Houses, Lisa Gladden has worked at NYCHA for about 22 years. Most of that time was spent at Sumner Houses in Brooklyn, where she served as a secretary before accepting the housing assistant job at Breukelen Houses nearly two years ago. Ms. Gladden started her career at NYCHA through the… MORE
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Running strong for nearly 30 years, NYCHA’s Running Club took on yet another J.P. Morgan Corporate Challenge race in Central Park on June 2. Eleven of the club’s members gathered to represent NYCHA this year in the Corporate Challenge, an annual 3.5-mile road race that takes place in 15 locations across the world and aims… MORE
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Alex Zablocki, a veteran public servant with experience working with nonprofit organizations and government agencies at all levels, was recently appointed Executive Director of the Fund for Public Housing. Mr. Zablocki will be supported by Deputy Director Claire McLeveighn in leading the nonprofit Fund for Public Housing in its mission of enhancing opportunities and quality… MORE
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A newly upgraded basketball court dubbed by residents as “Patterson Square Garden” recently made its debut at Patterson Houses in the Bronx. The court located near East 143rd Street received improvements such as new hoops, seating, surfacing, court markings, and painting. The approximately $500,000 project was funded by City Councilwoman Diana Ayala. The court renovations… MORE
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The New York Power Authority (NYPA) has recognized NYCHA’s work to electrify energy uses at a Manhattan development that is home to nearly 350 residents. NYCHA was presented with NYPA’s Leader in Building Electrification award at its 2022 Clean Energy Exchange event in Albany on May 11. The award recognizes a NYCHA heat pump project… MORE
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More than half a year after their local gym was shuttered, Red Hook community youth are back to working out again thanks to the efforts of a neighboring basketball franchise. A newly rebuilt fitness room was unveiled by the Brooklyn Nets on May 4 in the Joseph Miccio Community Center at NYCHA’s Red Hook East… MORE
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As part of its efforts to partner more closely with City officials and increase transparency on capital investments, NYCHA’s Asset & Capital Management Division hosted its first “Council Day” session on April 26. Members of the City Council and other City staff were invited to NYCHA’s Central Office at 90 Church Street in Manhattan for… MORE
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In April, NYCHA’s Capital Projects Division (CPD) completed security camera installations, lighting upgrades, and exterior building restoration in the Bronx and Manhattan as part of its work to provide enhanced services for residents and employees. CPD oversees more than $1 billion in construction projects across the Authority’s portfolio that are funded with federal, State, and… MORE
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Matthew Cespedes was ready to make a career change when the Per Scholas tech training program caught his attention. The longtime resident of McKinley Houses in the South Bronx “always had a hands-on knack” for taking things apart and putting them back together, so learning how to fix computers seemed to be right up his… MORE
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NYCHA’s Connected Communities initiative is focused on activating and improving open space, through efforts to enhance physical and social connections between residents and their communities. One development where this initiative is taking shape with the support of an active resident community is Pomonok Houses in Queens. An outreach effort that was launched a few years… MORE
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NYCHA’s Environmental Health and Safety Department’s (EHS) Elevator Oversight Team (EOT) has extensive knowledge about the maintenance, repair, and inspection of passenger elevators as well as regulations and safety requirements related to elevators. The EOT ensures that NYCHA’s Elevator Service and Repair Department (ESRD) is providing safe and reliable elevator operations for NYCHA… MORE
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Dear Colleagues, I am pleased to announce a key update regarding a restructuring within NYCHA’s Operations division. After conducting an extensive analysis, we are dividing Waste Management and Pest Control into two separate departments, which will now be under the oversight of the new Operations Support Services division. This separation will allow us to have… MORE
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This month, NYCHA employees in Queens and Staten Island were recognized for their efforts and contributions toward the successful implementation of the Authority’s new Work Order Reform program. With lunch celebrations at West Brighton Houses on April 4 and Queensbridge Houses on April 18, staff were treated to pizza and refreshments as well as visits… MORE
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NYCHA is celebrating the spirit of Earth Week in a variety of ways, with residents, employees, volunteers, and community partners doing their part to help the environment and encourage a sustainable future. From green events and activities to speeches on environmentally friendly programs, such efforts support the mission of NYCHA’s Sustainability Agenda, a roadmap for… MORE
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NYCHA employee Anthony Dingle looked back on his 32 years of experience when seeking some words of wisdom for a group of young students at the Harlem Children’s Zone. In a virtual, career-themed speech to the youth on April 13, Mr. Dingle, a Manhattan neighborhood administrator, offered some advice on how to keep a job… MORE
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Ten Bronx residents have joined NYCHA’s efforts for a cleaner environment at their building and beyond by shifting their cooking to electric-powered stoves. The residents of 1471 Watson Avenue received their free induction stoves in February, thanks to a partnership between NYCHA and the nonprofit WE ACT for Environmental Justice. The 10 initial stove… MORE
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A closer look at hundreds of projects across NYCHA’s portfolio is now just a few clicks away. This week, NYCHA launched a beta version of its public, web-based Capital Projects Tracker, a resource that provides details and status updates for over 500 active and completed capital projects. At the center of the new web page… MORE
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In March, NYCHA’s Capital Projects Division (CPD) marked the completion of energy conservation and restoration projects across the city that will bring a variety of benefits and improved services for residents and the surrounding community. CPD oversees more than $1 billion in construction projects across the Authority’s portfolio that are funded with federal, State, and… MORE
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Richard Johnston, Kingsborough Houses Richard Johnston sees his residence at NYCHA as more than just a place to live but as an opportunity for public service. The lifelong resident of Brooklyn’s Kingsborough Houses has served his community in the past as a member of the Resident Watch tenant patrol as well as the sergeant-at-arms for… MORE
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A landscape architecture and urban design firm has been recognized by the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) for its contributions to two NYCHA initiatives, including the Open Space Masterplan. NYCHA partner Grain Collective, a minority- and women-led firm, was selected by ASLA’s New York City chapter to receive Merit Awards honoring the firm’s site… MORE
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NYCHA’s Capital Projects Division (CPD) presented six staff members with its 2021 Employee Recognition Award to honor their exemplary efforts toward meeting the department’s mission. CPD is committed to preserving and modernizing public housing for NYCHA residents by providing professional design and construction services efficiently and with the highest degree of safety and quality. The… MORE
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A new process of scheduling work orders in NYCHA buildings is already making strides in Queens and Staten Island communities, according to several of those who have experienced the changes firsthand. After an initial pilot period, NYCHA launched its Work Order Reform program across Queens and Staten Island late last year, seeking to improve the… MORE
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Some young NYCHA residents are thinking more critically about how NYCHA can improve its waste management practices. Calling for the use of large trash and recycling bins with wraparound designs and messaging as well as strategically placed signage at developments, the residents proposed such improvements for the culmination project of a new sustainability-focused youth council. … MORE
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Basketball wasn’t the only lesson for the girls who came out to the courts at the Johnson Community Center in East Harlem on March 13. In recognition of Women’s History Month, a free basketball skills clinic was also intended to be a source of inspiration for female players ages 14 and under from across NYCHA… MORE
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A variety of security-related upgrades were recently completed at all entrances and exits of NYCHA’s Johnson Houses in Manhattan. The Capital Projects Division (CPD) marked the completion of the nearly $3.5 million improvement project on February 28. CPD oversees more than $1 billion in construction projects across the Authority’s portfolio that are funded with federal,… MORE
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Mayor Eric Adams visited NYCHA’s Emergency Operations Center in Long Island City on March 1 to get updates on heating systems and various infrastructure needs across the Authority. In his first visit to the emergency center since taking office, the Mayor met with NYCHA leaders and operations staff, including Chair and Chief Executive Officer Greg… MORE
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When speaking to issues of change at NYCHA, Albert Freeman can draw from his extensive experience as both an employee and former resident. After growing up at Ingersoll Houses in Brooklyn, Mr. Freeman joined the NYCHA workforce 32 years ago thanks to a program from the nonprofit Grand St. Settlement. He has served for more than a decade… MORE
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Nurturing their passion for the fields of architecture and urban design, a group of young NYCHA residents looked to the campus of Manhattan’s Washington Houses for some inspiration. The young adults were part of the second cohort of ARCscholars, a seven-week virtual youth leadership program funded by the Fund for Public Housing. ARCscholars pairs NYCHA residents with architecture students from CUNY’s New York City College of… MORE
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NYCHA’s Woodson Houses is now fully equipped with a new network of security cameras to help improve safety for residents and employees at the Brooklyn development. In January, the Capital Projects Division (CPD) completed the installation of 127 new interior and exterior closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras throughout the two buildings at the senior development. CPD oversees more than $1… MORE
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Meet Devon Boyd, Contract Specialist in Procurement Operations When handling priority assignments for NYCHA’s Procurement Operations, Contract Specialist Devon Boyd is prepared to put in the time to get the jobs done. A former NYCHA resident who lived in Cypress Hills Houses for most of his life, Mr. Boyd said he knows how important it is to address repairs… MORE
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For the next phase of his long career in law enforcement, James Secreto has returned to his roots at NYCHA. After spending his childhood years at Brooklyn’s Albany Houses, Chief Secreto later had a 40-year career at the NYPD, where he devoted his last few years to leading the Housing Bureau. Less than two years since his January 2020… MORE
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Soccer or basketball? It’s a choice for youth to consider when they step onto a court at NYCHA’s Butler Houses in the Bronx. Thanks to a project of the nonprofit Over Under Initiative, a space that was once just a basketball court now offers a multi-sport opportunity with retractable goal posts that rise from underground. The innovation was first implemented at… MORE
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The challenges and opportunities NYCHA faces in transforming itself were the focus of a virtual panel discussion recently presented by the NYU Furman Center. Titled “Transforming NYCHA: Federal Funding, Oversight, and the Blueprint for Change,” the discussion featured panelists including NYCHA Chair & CEO Greg Russ; New York Lieutenant Governor Brian Benjamin; Daniel Sherrod, Director of Federal Monitorships for… MORE
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PACT partners will oversee comprehensive repairs, property management, and social services while NYCHA remains owner of the properties On December 28, NYCHA and New York City Housing Development Corporation (HDC) closed on the financing of three Permanent Affordability Commitment Together (PACT) transactions to fund comprehensive renovations for 5,226 apartments across six NYCHA campuses in Brooklyn:… MORE
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Just after a fire was extinguished at Riis Houses, word soon spread about how a group of good Samaritans met tragedy with heroism: the NYCHA employees, residents, and construction contractors who sprang into action with a quick-thinking solution to keep two young residents out of harm’s way. The incident unfolded after a fire broke out on the fourth floor of the Manhattan development at about 7:15 a.m. on December 16. Resident Building… MORE
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NYCHA young adults who want to take a more active role in addressing how climate change and sustainability impact their communities now have a chance to make their voices heard. This month, in partnership with the National Grid public utility, the Authority is launching the GreenNYCHA Youth Leadership Council for residents ages 16 to 24. The free, 12-week program will be held… MORE
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U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Marcia Fudge visited NYCHA for the first time on December 13, meeting with residents and touring two developments in the Bronx. Joined by NYCHA Chair & CEO Greg Russ and Congressman Ritchie Torres, Secretary Fudge visited Patterson and Betances Houses to discuss the urgent need to transform and preserve public housing.… MORE
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With a combined 45 years as either a NYCHA resident or employee, Carlos Falu has been connected with the Authority for most of his life. He grew up at Moore Houses in the South Bronx and has been a member of NYCHA’s workforce for nearly 30 years: he started out as a heating plant technician and is currently a neighborhood administrator overseeing all… MORE
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Vlada Kenniff, NYCHA’s Vice President for Energy and Sustainability, was recently selected as an honoree on the “Environment+Energy Leader 100” list for 2021. Environment+Energy Leader is a publication that covers environmental, energy, and sustainability news. Now in its fifth year, the “Environment+Energy Leader 100” recognizes environment and energy professionals who are pioneering new solutions, programs, platforms, best practices, and products to help their organizations – or their partners – achieve greater success with environment and energy management. “The… MORE
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NYCHA employees seeking to continue their education in graduate study are encouraged to apply for the Mayor’s Graduate Scholarship Program for the 2022-23 school year. Over the years, hundreds of City employees have been awarded full and partial scholarships for graduate study as part of the program. Participating schools offer scholarships in a variety of fields,… MORE
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When he was fresh out of high school, longtime NYCHA employee Juan Santiago found the U.S. Navy to be just the place to pursue his ambitions at the time. Having only left his home in the Bronx on a few occasions to visit extended family in the Dominican Republic, the young Mr. Santiago “really wanted to… MORE
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On November 10, NYCHA Chair & CEO Greg Russ and NYC Housing Development Corporation (HDC) President Eric Enderlin joined with Trinity Financial and a group of business, nonprofit, and community leaders to celebrate the opening of Van Dyke III, a supportive and affordable housing development in the Brownsville neighborhood of Brooklyn. The 100 percent affordable housing project was realized… MORE
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Another season of Harvest Festivals celebrated fall-themed activities for families at NYCHA’s Eco-Hubs. Held on Saturdays throughout October, the free events featured pumpkin carving/decorating, games, raffles, arts and crafts, as well as a DJ, photo booth, dancing, and a variety of healthy snacks. A total of 445 visitors attended the festivities at the five Eco-Hub sites operated… MORE
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In October, NYCHA’s Capital Projects Division (CPD) completed two projects that will bring improved heating systems for residents and parking access for persons with disabilities, as well as two other projects to restore gas service to 79 apartments in the Bronx and 60 apartments in Manhattan. CPD oversees more than $1 billion in construction projects across the Authority’s portfolio that are funded with federal,… MORE
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After 2,000 young NYCHA residents took to the basketball courts on 78 teams in the Junior Knicks Basketball League, six teams emerged to battle for this season’s league throne. In the end, teams from Carver Houses in Manhattan, Hammel Houses in Queens, and Bronx River Houses in the Bronx captured league championships in the 11-and-under… MORE
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NYCHA departments and developments celebrated Customer Service Week 2021 from Monday, October 18 to Friday, October 22 by organizing activities on the theme of “Power of Service.” Below are some highlights of how NYCHA colleagues spent the week visiting developments, reviewing best practices, motivating each other, and sharing tips and resources as the Authority demonstrated… MORE
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NYCHA Chair Greg Russ was among the featured speakers at the National Association of Minority Contractors’ (NAMC) 52nd Annual Conference in Queens on October 14-15. The conference, hosted by the NAMC New York Tri-State Chapter at Terrace on the Park, covered key issues affecting Minority- and Women-owned Business Enterprises (M/WBE) and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) construction… MORE
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The limited English proficient (LEP) community at NYCHA relies on them to be able to comprehend information about the Authority’s various programs, activities, and services. Since 2008, employees with NYCHA’s Language Services Unit (LSU) have been working to ensure that all residents, Section 8 voucher holders, and applicants with limited English proficiency can be adequately informed in their native… MORE
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Meet Sam Awelewa, Lead Oversight Team Specialist NYCHA is proud of our hardworking staff members who are making a difference for residents. Learn more about how we’re becoming a better landlord through their efforts. In this employee spotlight, meet Sam Awelewa, Lead Oversight Team Specialist in the Environmental Health and Safety Department. A resident of Brooklyn, Mr. Awelewa has worked… MORE
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In September, NYCHA’s Capital Projects Division (CPD) marked the completion of two City-funded projects in Manhattan and Brooklyn as well as three federally funded projects in the Bronx that will bring a variety of benefits and improved services for residents. CPD oversees more than $1 billion in construction projects across the Authority’s portfolio that are… MORE
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For their moment in the spotlight at the Mets’ home stadium, two NYCHA employees decided to make it a family affair. Carpenter Christopher Tantillo and information technology staffer Darnes Taveras were each given the special opportunity to throw out the ceremonial first pitch at a Mets baseball game at Citi Field after having won complimentary tickets in… MORE
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There’s a basketball revival taking place for youth across NYCHA. Teams of young boys and girls are competing in a new Junior Knicks Basketball League through October 16 at 26 NYCHA sites, including 14 newly refurbished basketball courts. A modified restoration of a former citywide league at NYCHA, the Junior Knicks league was organized in partnership with Madison Square… MORE
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In August, NYCHA’s Capital Projects Division (CPD) marked the completion of City-funded upgrades to two daycare center playgrounds at Washington Houses and Carver Houses in Manhattan. In addition, CPD completed federally funded exterior building repairs at Glebe Avenue-Westchester Avenue in the Bronx as part of Local Law 11, also known as the Facade Inspection & Safety Program. As… MORE
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NYCHA’s summer celebration of basketball extended to Staten Island on August 26, when Stapleton Houses welcomed its own newly refurbished basketball court. NYCHA Chair Greg Russ joined residents and community groups for the court opening festivities, which included a ribbon cutting and backpack giveaway. Among the community partners who helped make the improvements possible were… MORE
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Brooklyn Law School student Leilani O’Sullivan was inspired to pursue a career in public service after growing up in Queens and learning of the challenges many New Yorkers face when it comes to housing stability. Sabrina Randhawa, who will be entering her third year at New York Law School, wanted to explore the impacts of the legal… MORE
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Under a new NYCHA pilot program, caretakers who sweep, mop, and clear garbage at six Brooklyn developments will be restored to traditional work schedules, helping to ensure that residents’ buildings are cleaned regularly and maintained throughout the week. Caretakers will no longer be assigned Alternative Work Schedules (AWS) and will go back to being responsible for cleaning specific buildings each… MORE
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When she stepped in front of the mound at the Mets’ Citi Field for her spotlight moment, NYCHA’s Edith Irizarry-Oviedo wanted to pay tribute to her father and longtime employer. The Brooklyn resident made sure to wear a Mets jersey, but it was her father’s NYCHA cap that had special significance as she threw out… MORE
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Basketball is taking center stage this summer at developments across NYCHA. Thanks to its collaboration with law enforcement partners, NYCHA is celebrating the opening of more than a dozen renovated basketball courts. These vital communal play spaces help keep residents and youth active and safe during the warmer months. “These investments in this kind of court are tremendously powerful; kids will play on… MORE
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Tannishia Mattis of NYCHA’s Office of Resident Economic Empowerment and Sustainability (REES) can attest to the benefits of the office’s referral services for residents. Prior to joining the REES staff, Ms. Mattis contacted the office seeking help with employment opportunities, and a referral specialist directed her to some career training programs. Then, when a temporary community associate… MORE
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Meet Matt Curry, Elevator Mechanic at Mott Haven Houses We’re periodically featuring the hardworking staff members who are making a difference for residents. Learn more about how we’re becoming a better landlord through their efforts. In this installment, meet Matt Curry, Elevator Mechanic at Mott Haven Houses in the Bronx, who works on one of… MORE
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NYCHA has announced the launch of the newly formed Team for Enhanced Management Planning and Outreach, or TEMPO, a program dedicated to outreach, inspection, and remediation in NYCHA apartments where there is known or presumed lead-based paint, and where a child under the age of 6 lives or routinely spends more than 10 hours per… MORE
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Throughout New York City’s battle with the COVID-19 pandemic, NYCHA has relied upon nearly 9,000 essential employees to help ensure the seamless delivery of services to hundreds of thousands of public housing residents across the city. They were among NYCHA’s dedicated staff who continued to show up to their job sites at the height of the pandemic, while others transitioned to working remotely, to… MORE
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NYCHA Neighborhood Administrator Nymiah Branch has more than 35 years of experience to draw from when it comes to understanding the needs of NYCHA residents. After growing up with his family in Brooklyn’s Boulevard Houses for 20 years, Mr. Branch lived on his own at Breukelen Houses in Brooklyn for another 16 years. It was that experience which inspired… MORE
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NYCHA’s Capital Projects Division (CPD) marked the completion of two projects at Queens’ Astoria Houses in June that will bring a variety of benefits and improved services for residents and the surrounding community. CPD oversees more than $1 billion in construction projects across the Authority’s portfolio that are funded with federal, State, and City investments.… MORE
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Greenhouses that could help the NYCHA community engage in urban farming and mitigate food insecurity while providing educational and career development opportunities. A site plan that aims to improve connectivity and pedestrian safety by prioritizing pedestrian traffic flow across the developments. Such design concepts were among the proposals developed by a group of NYCHA residents and architecture students… MORE
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NYCHA’s Capital Projects Division (CPD) marked the completion of several projects in May that will bring a variety of benefits and improved services for residents and the surrounding community. CPD oversees more than $1 billion in construction projects across the Authority’s portfolio that are funded with federal, State, and City investments. The department works to preserve and modernize public housing for NYCHA… MORE
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NYCHA has unveiled across its portfolio a more efficient, user-friendly redesign of the online portal that residents access to complete their Annual Recertification. The revamped system is among a number of key measures implemented by the Authority as it seeks to improve how services are delivered to residents as part of the Blueprint for Change Transformation Plan. NYCHA… MORE
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During his time as a caretaker at NYCHA’s Central Office in Manhattan, Ian Morris has consistently been willing to take on other duties in addition to his regular responsibilities. After serving as a NYCHA caretaker for more than 20 years, Rosa Cummings has become a mentor to fellow caretakers, encouraging them to take pride in their job. … MORE
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NYCHA’s Breukelen Houses in Brooklyn celebrated a welcomed addition to the community with the opening of a newly upgraded basketball court. Residents, led by Breukelen Resident Community Council President Angel King, and NYPD officials, State Senator Roxanne Persaud, and NYCHA’s Chief Operating Officer Vito Mustaciuolo gathered on May 15 to cut the ribbon for the court’s first official day. Ms. King, a 32-year resident… MORE
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For more information on IPM and pest control at NYCHA, click here. To report pests, please call the Customer Contact Center at 718-707-7771 or use the MyNYCHA app or website.
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A newly renovated basketball court is officially ready for play at NYCHA’s Wagner Houses in Harlem. Mayor Bill de Blasio took some of the first shots with local youth on May 7, after he was joined by NYPD leaders, other law enforcement officials, and community members to cut the ribbon for the opening of the… MORE
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The latest request for expressions of interest from the Authority asks applicants to submit proposals that center resident engagement, enhance placemaking, invest in ambitious energy and sustainability upgrades, and create jobs and economic opportunities for NYCHA residents On May 5, NYCHA released a Request for Expressions of Interest (RFEI) to attract development partners for new projects under the Authority’s Permanent Affordability Commitment Together (PACT) program to repair and preserve more… MORE
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NYCHA was recently recognized for excellence in financial reporting with a Certificate of Achievement from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA). The GFOA award was bestowed to the Authority for its comprehensive annual financial report for the fiscal year that ended December 31, 2019. The report was judged by… MORE
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Taking part in the spirit of Earth Week, groups of NYCHA employees volunteered to help the Farms at NYCHA sites prepare for the upcoming farming season. Starting on Earth Day, April 22, through April 24, the farms held one-day sessions where NYCHA employees pulled weeds, raked, picked up trash, and made compost all in the name of sustainability. A… MORE
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The RFP to address estimated $366 million in capital needs follows publication of Working Group recommendations and reflects key milestone in resident- and community-driven process On April 23, NYCHA announced a first-of-its-kind Request for Proposal (RFP) seeking proposals from teams comprised of developers, general contractors, and property managers to comprehensively address the capital needs at Fulton, Chelsea, Chelsea Addition, and Elliott Houses. The four developments, which include 2,073 apartments across 24… MORE
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Largest community solar project in New York City completes installation of 1.8 megawatts of solar arrays across 27 rooftops, with NYCHA residents helping to power the solar team On Earth Day, NYCHA announced the substantial completion of 1.8 megawatts of rooftop solar arrays on 27 buildings across Queensbridge North and Queensbridge South Houses, the largest public housing project in the country. This solar installation is the first to reach completion as part of NYCHA’s solar program, and is… MORE
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Having lived most of her life at a NYCHA development before joining the organization as an employee, Krystal Camacho is still looking out for her community. When the former resident of Wald Houses in Manhattan’s Lower East Side became part of NYCHA’s workforce nearly two years ago, Ms. Camacho saw the opportunity as a way to give… MORE
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In the five years since NYCHA began implementing the Permanent Affordability Commitment Together (PACT) program, more than 7,500 residents have benefitted from completed major building improvements, façade upgrades, and apartment renovations. As part of its NYCHA 2.0 plan, the Authority aims to use PACT to fully renovate and preserve 62,000 apartments, bringing comprehensive repairs and building upgrades to more than 142,000 residents across the city. So far, more… MORE
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Upon entering a training program for a construction apprenticeship, NYCHA resident Carlos Robles only needed to think about his 8-year-old son. The resident of Manhattan’s Wald Houses – who is currently receiving unemployment assistance – is determined to find work in the construction industry that will allow him to support his son and give his family a… MORE
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Public housing across the nation is getting revitalized thanks to creative housing preservation programs like the federal Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD), which converts developments from Section 9 public housing funding to project-based Section 8 funding (a form of Section 8 that provides enhanced protections for residents). This enables public housing authorities to raise significant amounts of funding to repair and upgrade their properties. At the same time, RAD ensures that homes remain permanently affordable… MORE
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NYCHA’s Office of Safety and Security wants residents of Bracetti Plaza to know that safety issues always take top priority. In response to calls by residents to address some recent safety concerns at the development in Manhattan’s Alphabet City neighborhood, the Office of Safety and Security hosted a community pop-up event in the two lobbies on East Third… MORE
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A new, free program from NYCHA and CUNY’s New York City College of Technology (City Tech) will give a group of NYCHA young adults a crash course on designing projects that could help improve their community. For six weeks starting in March, NYCHA residents and current architecture students from City Tech will collaborate through the virtual ARCHscholars program to research indoor and outdoor… MORE
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NYCHA is improving service to residents through its Blueprint for Change Transformation Plan. A key initiative of this Transformation Plan is a restructuring of the Authority’s property management operations known as the Neighborhood Model. Through this model, NYCHA aims to address various operational challenges that arise as a result of the large scale of the organization, which manages nearly 173,000 apartments in 316 developments… MORE
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Meet Karina Reid, Caretaker at South Jamaica Houses We’re periodically featuring the hardworking staff members who are making a difference for residents. Learn more about how we’re becoming a better landlord through their efforts. In this installment, meet Karina Reid, Caretaker J at South Jamaica Houses in Queens. A resident of Brooklyn’s Howard Houses for… MORE
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On February 23, 2021, NYCHA announced the re-release of the PACT Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to solicit prospective rehabilitation partners. The RFQ supports the Authority’s aim to undertake the largest Section 8 conversion program in the country through NYCHA’s Permanent Affordability Commitment Together (PACT) initiative. The PACT RFQ enables NYCHA to streamline the PACT procurement process by… MORE
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