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Exceptional ColleaguesMilestonesSeptember 2026

Fifty Years On, Still Going Strong: Vanessa Barry’s Remarkable NYCHA Career

When Vanessa Barry began her career at NYCHA in 1976, the United States was celebrating its bicentennial, New York City was emerging from a historic fiscal crisis, and Gerald R. Ford was president. Half a century later, Ms. Barry remains at her post. While everything around her may have changed, Ms. Barry is still going… Continue Reading Fifty Years On, Still Going Strong: Vanessa Barry’s Remarkable NYCHA Career

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NYCHA Celebrates National Night Out 

On August 4, the New York City Police Department (NYPD) hosted National Night Out events at more than 70 locations citywide. Now in its 43rd year, National Night Out is an annual event hosted by police precincts across the country in partnership with community members to strengthen relationships between neighbors and law enforcement and promote… Continue Reading NYCHA Celebrates National Night Out 

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August 2026HighlightedMilestones

First Learning Leaders Cohort Helps Build Stronger Customer Service Across NYCHA 

Nearly 1,300 NYCHA employees have strengthened their customer service and conflict de-escalation skills thanks to the Authority’s first cohort of Learning Leaders, a group of volunteer employee instructors. The cohort was recognized for its work during a graduation ceremony in June.  Launched by NYCHA’s Learning and Development Department, the Learning Leaders program prepares employees from across the Authority… Continue Reading First Learning Leaders Cohort Helps Build Stronger Customer Service Across NYCHA 

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HighlightedJuly 2026MilestonesNYCHA DevelopmentsNYCHA LeadershipPACT

Governor of Tokyo Tours NYCHA

Governor Yuriko Koike of Tokyo recently visited NYCHA’s Berry Street–South 9th Street development in Williamsburg to learn about the Authority’s ongoing efforts to preserve and modernize affordable housing. Joined by NYCHA representatives and partners from Omni New York LLC and The Arker Companies, Governor Koike toured the property, which was part of NYCHA’s 2020 Brooklyn… Continue Reading Governor of Tokyo Tours NYCHA

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CelebrationsExceptional ColleaguesHighlightedJune 2026Milestones

Celebrating Haiti’s Enduring Legacy of Freedom, History, and Unity

On May 28, NYCHA’s Haitian American Association (HAA) gathered in the Ceremonial Room at 90 Church Street to celebrate Haitian Flag Day, commemorating a hard-won history of freedom, resilience, and unity that continues to shape Haitian identity today. The celebration brought together employees and guests for an afternoon of food, fellowship, and reflection. Following welcome… Continue Reading Celebrating Haiti’s Enduring Legacy of Freedom, History, and Unity

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Exceptional ColleaguesHighlightedJune 2026Milestones

NYCHA Law Day 2026: “The Rule of Law and the American Dream”

NYCHA’s Law Department gathered earlier this month to celebrate the Authority’s third annual Law Day event, to recognize the excellent work of NYCHA’s “legal eagles” and to reflect upon the centrality of law, and public service, per this year’s national theme: “The Rule of Law and the American Dream.” “Law Day is always an important… Continue Reading NYCHA Law Day 2026: “The Rule of Law and the American Dream”

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Employee VoicesExceptional ColleaguesMay 2026Milestones

Behind the Data: Saul Mackler to Retire After 40 Years of NYCHA Service

In honor of Jewish Heritage Month, we are featuring NYCHA employee Saul Mackler, whose retirement this summer will conclude 40 years of dedicated service to the Authority. Mr. Mackler arrived at NYCHA on April 29, 1985, after taking the Housing Assistant exam almost exactly one year earlier. Back then, many of the Authority’s systems still… Continue Reading Behind the Data: Saul Mackler to Retire After 40 Years of NYCHA Service

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CelebrationsChangemakersEmployee VoicesHighlightedMay 2026Milestones

Growing Leaders from Within: NYCHA Celebrates CMLA Cohort 3 Graduation

On March 26, a proud and grateful gathering of NYCHA staff came together to celebrate the graduation of CMLA Cohort 3: the newest graduating class of the Authority’s Coaching and Mentoring Leadership Academy (CMLA) . “This isn’t just a graduation,” said Yvette Andino, Vice President of Employee Engagement and founder of the CMLA program. “It’s a… Continue Reading Growing Leaders from Within: NYCHA Celebrates CMLA Cohort 3 Graduation

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April 2026CelebrationsMilestones

NYCHA’s Chinese-American Association Celebrates Lunar New Year

NYCHA’s Chinese-American Association (CAA) marked this year’s Lunar New Year celebration with all the customary fun, energy, and community spirit it does every year. But this year’s gathering carried added significance: it was also the moment of the Association’s presidential transition, as longtime CAA leader Linda Zhang passed the role to her successor, incoming President… Continue Reading NYCHA’s Chinese-American Association Celebrates Lunar New Year

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Exceptional ColleaguesMarch 2026Milestones

February 2026 Work Anniversaries

Kudos for Longtime Service to Residents and the City 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 February! 5 Years of Service 10 Years of Service 15 Years of Service 20 Years of Service 25 Years of Service… Continue Reading February 2026 Work Anniversaries

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Exceptional ColleaguesFebruary 2026Milestones

January 2026 Work Anniversaries

Kudos for Longtime Service to Residents and the City 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 January! 5 Years of Service 10 Years of Service 15 Years of Service 20 Years of Service 25 Years of Service… Continue Reading January 2026 Work Anniversaries

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CelebrationsExceptional ColleaguesHighlightedMay 2025Milestones

NYCHA’s Customer Contact Center Celebrates 20 Years of Service

NYCHA’s Customer Contact Center (CCC) celebrated its 20th anniversary of service to the NYCHA community with an April 25 event in Long Island City which included Chief Administrative Officer Erin Villari and Executive Vice President Kerri Jew. The CCC, which handles both maintenance issues for NYCHA developments and customer service for Section 8 voucher holders,… Continue Reading NYCHA’s Customer Contact Center Celebrates 20 Years of Service

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Latest Cohort of NYCHA’s Heating Plant Technician (HPT) Program Graduates

On March 28, the 15 most recent participants in NYCHA’s Heating Plant Technician (HPT) Trainee Program formally completed their studies and graduated, marking a significant milestone toward the clean energy careers they are ambitious to build. The program, which is funded by Con Edison, is a collaboration of CUNY’s New York City College of Technology… Continue Reading Latest Cohort of NYCHA’s Heating Plant Technician (HPT) Program Graduates

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Exceptional ColleaguesMarch 2024Milestones

February Work Anniversaries

Kudos for Longtime Service to Residents and the City 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 February! 5 Years of Service 10 Years of Service 15 Years of Service 20 Years of Service 25 Years of Service… Continue Reading February Work Anniversaries

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Exceptional ColleaguesFebruary 2024Milestones

January Work Anniversaries

Kudos for Longtime Service to Residents and the City 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 January! 5 Years of Service 10 Years of Service 15 Years of Service 20 Years of Service 25 Years of Service… Continue Reading January Work Anniversaries

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December 2023Exceptional ColleaguesMilestones

November Work Anniversaries

Kudos for Longtime Service to Residents and the City 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 November! 5 Years of Service 10 Years of Service 15 Years of Service 20 Years of Service 25 Years of Service… Continue Reading November Work Anniversaries

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December 2022Exceptional ColleaguesHighlightedMilestones

NYCHA’s Language Services Unit Completes Its 10,000th Translation 

The Spanish-language flier posted at the Bronx’s Butler Houses announcing a planning meeting for basketball court and playground upgrades is no ordinary flier: It is the 10,000th document translated into a foreign language for NYCHA residents in the 14 years the Language Services Unit (LSU) has been keeping track.   “It’s a huge achievement that we… Continue Reading NYCHA’s Language Services Unit Completes Its 10,000th Translation 

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