January 2021

The Federal Monitor approved NYCHA’s initial Pest and Waste Management Action Plan for improving the Authority’s benchmarks for waste and pest control across NYCHA’s 316 developments. The approval of the plan follows several improvements the Authority has made over the past two years, from the creation of a dedicated Waste Management department that prioritizes prevention and intervention… MORE

Over the past two years NYCHA has developed a sophisticated online system for tracking lead activities; conducted more than 91,000 visual assessments; and organized several outreach campaigns to better identify apartments where children under the age of six are present  The Federal Monitor has approved NYCHA’s initial lead-based paint Action Plan for improving the Authority’s benchmarks for lead compliance and abatement. NYCHA has already proactively been implementing many of the initiatives in this Action Plan. The Monitor’s approval will… MORE

Equipped with tape measures and a mobile app, a group of current and former NYCHA residents were on a mission this past fall to document a segment of the Authority’s tree canopy to better examine the trees’ positive impacts on the surrounding community.    Over the course of two months, the crews inspected more than 3,000 trees of varying species… MORE

Community Health Workers (CHW) are important public health advocates who help people manage chronic health conditions; educate and guide them through the medical system; and connect them to much-needed health and social services in a culturally appropriate manner. Many CHWs are members of the communities they serve, trusted neighbors who liaise between hospitals and other… MORE

The winter holiday season is about giving and receiving. For Todt Hill Houses resident Jonathan Alexander, creating holiday meals for fellow NYCHA residents that you’d find at a five-star restaurant was both an opportunity for his catering company and a chance to do something special for his community. Mr. Alexander is the owner of L’Boe Catering;… MORE

For many people across the world, digital communication was the only way to have face-to-face family gatherings this holiday season. But for those lacking the technology, the holidays may have been even less of a family occasion than usual.   One NYCHA senior, however, was able to get connected this Christmas, thanks to the quick actions of NYCHA staff. Justine Samuel, who said… MORE

Meet Yelena Tkach, Indoor Air Quality Oversight Team Administrator We’re periodically featuring the hardworking staff members who are making a difference for residents. Learn more about how we’re improving residents’ homes and becoming a better landlord through their efforts. In this installment, meet Yelena Tkach, Indoor Air Quality Oversight Team Administrator in the Environmental Health… MORE

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 December! 5 Years of Service 10 Years of Service 15 Years of Service 20 Years of Service 25 Years… MORE