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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Ever since they were hired at NYCHA, City Cleanup Corps staff members have been an asset to the Authority, working hard to keep developments clean inside and outside, maintaining playgrounds, assisting with pest control, conducting resident education and outreach, and helping Resident Associations with various projects. NYCHA is one of 10 City agencies participating in… 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 Elaine Nunez, Housing Manager at Straus Houses As part of a new series, we’re periodically featuring the female property managers who help NYCHA carry out its mission to better serve residents and strengthen our partnership with them. NYCHA supports and encourages women in leadership positions in all departments, including property management. Currently, there are… 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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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 July! 5 Years of Service 10 Years of Service 15 Years of Service 20 Years of Service 25 Years… MORE
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