Gas outages at eight developments couldn’t put the chill on Thanksgiving celebrations for 900 residents, thanks to the quick response of senior staff and employee volunteers. When General Manager Michael Kelly put out the call for assistance just two days before the holiday, executive team members quickly contacted local food distributors and arranged for the… MORE
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NYCHA held its final Senior Quarterly Leadership Meeting (QLM) for 2016 at the Brooklyn Law School on December 6. The designated theme—”Increasing our Influence”— had added significance on the heels of the presidential election and the nomination of Dr. Ben Carson for the Secretary of HUD one day earlier. “In light of the changing political… MORE
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NYCHA Now continues its “employee voices” series with articles by employees about initiatives and events that they know best. To submit an article about a topic you care about, please contact NYCHANow. We want to hear from you! What did Apple’s Steve Jobs and my 91-year-old grandfather have in common? They were both excellent storytellers.… MORE
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On November 14, the Haitian- American Association at NYCHA hosted a Hurricane Matthew fundraising luncheon, which was well attended by staff from various departments. Acting President of the Association Sybille Louis introduced its mission and the members of the Association’s board. Yvette Andino, Director of Employee Engagement and Special Assistant to the Chair, shared with… MORE
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Senior leaders from NYCHA and labor unions representing its workforce honored some of the Authority’s most outstanding employees at the 2016 Employee Recognition Awards Ceremony held at District Council 37 in Manhattan on November 18. “Today we’re honoring employees who have demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to advancing themselves, our organization, and the community,” General Manager… MORE
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The Community Engagement and Partnerships Division (CEP), formerly known as Community Programs and Development, engages and connects NYCHA residents to critical services provided by the City and to programs and resources in their communities. Serving as a bridge for resident and community transformation, CEP is grounded in NextGen NYCHA strategies and will continue to ensure… MORE
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On October 27, during Customer Service Week, 18 senior administrators took employee appreciation to another level. Early that morning, they arrived to shadow employees at 12 developments to see the details of their everyday responsibilities and even help them to complete daily tasks. The visits allowed employees who interact with residents to relay resident issues… MORE
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The New York City Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) ensures that other City agencies have the critical resources and support needed to provide the best possible services to the public. As the daughter of Dominican immigrants who gave so much of themselves to ensure that I could have a better life, having the opportunity… MORE
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Jackie Primeau, formerly Deputy Communications Officer in the Department of Communications, was promoted to Chief of Staff in December 2016. Ms. Primeau assists in the supervision of NYCHA’s operations and provides assistance to the Chair in the planning and execution of all the Authority’s strategic priorities, including NextGeneration NYCHA. In addition to working closely with… MORE
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The Housing Authority Police Department (HAPD) Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 997 celebrated the holidays with a luncheon at Riccardo’s Catering House on Nov. 30. In 1995, the HAPD was merged into the NYC Police Department Housing Bureau. HAPD members take pride in their service at the Authority, and many members follow its progress in… MORE
Read moreWhat is “whaling?” Whaling is a clever type of phishing scam that typically involves a hacker pretending to be a senior executive. The perpetrators will usually ask the intended victim to take some action, such as moving money, making a payment, or transferring documents containing personally identifiable information. Whaling attacks are a form of corrupt… MORE
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Many New Yorkers may be feeling distressed or vulnerable following the election results. We have seen the concerns expressed on social media, and we are monitoring them closely. In light of these concerns, the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Strategic Policy Initiatives and Thrive NYC have partnered with the Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs,… MORE
Read moreThis is a reminder to all employees of the following obligations under the Authority’s General Regulations of Behavior and Conflicts of Interest Guidelines. These provisions are not all encompassing but are particularly relevant around the holidays. Employees may not: • Ask for contributions or accept gifts or sell goods or services for private gain, on… MORE
Read moreGet a jump-start on your New Year’s resolution! Weight Watchers and WorkWell NYC are here to support you through the holiday season with some tips to stay happy and healthy. 1. Plan ahead! Invited to a holiday party? Offer to bring a healthy dish (low in SmartPoints™)—your friends and family will thank you! 2. Stay… MORE
Read moreHolidays may be the most wonderful time of the year, but they can also be the most dangerous. Here’s how to stay safe. • Read the instructions and/or warning labels thoroughly before you set up your fully lit menorah or Christmas tree to make sure it complies with the manufacturer’s recommendations. Most manufacturers provide a… MORE
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