In January 2023, NYCHA launched its first-ever Coaching and Mentoring Leadership Academy (CMLA). Participants in the 16-week program received training and coaching in areas such as strategic communications and crisis management, and they had the opportunity to enhance their leadership and management skills through mentorship. Read on to learn more about a few of the… MORE
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Peak coastal storm season in NYC is from August through October every year. Make a plan to keep you and your family safe! When would I evacuate? • If necessary, the City would issue an Evacuation Recommendation or Evacuation Order for your hurricane zone. • If this order is issued, evacuate as soon as possible… MORE
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I am pleased to announce that we recently achieved a major milestone in our efforts to bring our developments the investment they desperately need, so residents can have the quality of life they deserve.
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In January 2023, NYCHA launched its first-ever Coaching and Mentoring Leadership Academy (CMLA). Participants in the 16-week program received training and coaching in areas such as strategic communications and crisis management, and they had the opportunity to enhance their leadership and management skills through mentorship. Read on to learn more about a few of the… MORE
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It is my pleasure to announce the appointment of David Rohde as Executive Vice President for Legal Affairs and General Counsel. We have been hard at work making the changes and improvements necessary to strengthen our organization and deliver better for residents; David’s appointment further establishes the team of talented, committed professionals leading our transformation efforts.
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As part of an ongoing series, we’re featuring the construction partners who work with NYCHA to ensure safe, decent, and affordable homes for thousands of residents across the city. In this latest installment, George Guzman, construction manager of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing at Jacobs, discusses the firm’s partnership with NYCHA, specifically for Superstorm Sandy Recovery… MORE
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NYCHA was recently represented at a White House summit addressing climate resilience and sustainability in affordable housing. The event was inspired by a visit earlier this year to the Recovery and Resilience project at Baruch Houses by White House Council on Environmental Quality Chair Brenda Mallory. Senior Vice President for Capital Programs Joy Sinderbrand and… MORE
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Congratulations to Cindy Anderson, NYCHA’s Vice President of IT Service Management, for winning a 2023 New York City IT Leadership Inspirational Leader Award. The award honors a motivational leader who “brings out the best in others through inspiration, compassion, mentorship, and exemplary performance.” She was presented with the award in June at the NYC… MORE
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In January 2023, NYCHA launched its first-ever Coaching and Mentoring Leadership Academy (CMLA). Participants in the 16-week program received training and coaching in areas such as strategic communications and crisis management, and they had the opportunity to enhance their leadership and management skills through mentorship. Read on to learn more about a few of the… MORE
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Earlier this year, NYCHA employees participated in the New York Build Expo, an annual construction and design conference with more than 500 speakers, over 400 exhibitors, and attended by over 35,000 people, including architects, realtors, developers, civil engineers, and government and construction professionals. NYCHA’s team spoke on various panels about topics such as design and… MORE
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On July 11, Manhattan’s Polo Grounds Towers marked the official opening of a multi-use recreation space, which includes a newly upgraded basketball court. Complete with new painting, surfacing, and hoops to host pickup basketball games, the new space can also be converted into tennis or volleyball courts with new netting and boundary markings. The approximately… MORE
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NYCHA’s Physical Needs Assessment (PNA) is a critical resource for effectively evaluating capital investment needs, as well as for planning and prioritizing capital investments, across NYCHA’s properties. Conducted approximately every five years as recommended by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the PNA involves assessing when in the next 20 years the… MORE
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NYCHA staff at Edenwald Houses, the largest development in the Bronx, gathered for some recent causes for celebration. Along with the closing of financing for the latest Permanent Affordability Commitment Together (PACT) modernization project at the end of June, Supervisor of Housing Caretakers Nelson Andrades kicked off his retirement after 27 years of service. With… MORE
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The Compliance Department: A Vital Part of NYCHA Staying in Touch The Compliance Department was created in 2019 as part of the federal Agreement between NYCHA, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York. NYCHA employees have made a lot of progress… MORE
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In January 2023, NYCHA launched its first-ever Coaching and Mentoring Leadership Academy (CMLA). Participants in the 16-week program received training and coaching in areas such as strategic communications and crisis management, and they had the opportunity to enhance their leadership and management skills through mentorship. Read on to learn more about a few of the… MORE
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Jamie Rubin Named Chair of the NYCHA Board, Lisa Bova-Hiatt Named NYCHA CEO, New Members Named for NYCHA & Public Housing Preservation Trust Boards Mr. Rubin comes to NYCHA with three decades of experience in government, nonprofits, and the private sector, including leading the New York State Governor’s Office of Storm Recovery, New York State Homes and Community… MORE
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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 June!
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Even though July has been designated UV Safety Month by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), sun safety is always in season! The sun is a natural source of ultraviolet (UV) radiation; while it can be beneficial, the sun can also cause health risks. NYCHA’s Environmental Health and Safety Department would like to… MORE
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