National Hispanic Heritage Month is September 15 to October 15, a time to recognize the contributions, achievements, and culture of Americans who descend from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. NYCHA employee David Soto lives, breathes, and sings his Puerto Rican culture and Lower East Side community, working to celebrate and showcase… MORE
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It’s not every day that one gets singled out by the mayor of New York City for doing a great job. But earlier this month, Mayor Eric Adams honored Jacqueline Howard, a 32-year veteran NYCHA employee, for her work as project coordinator in the Resident Participation & Civic Engagement department. The ceremony took place at… MORE
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Dear Colleagues, On Monday, I was pleased to begin my new role as NYCHA’s Interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO). I’m proud to be part of this next phase in the Authority’s transformation and look forward to working with you as we continue to strengthen this organization at every level. Earlier this year, as part of… MORE
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Several young NYCHA residents are enjoying morning breaks from city life this fall by stepping onto the golf links. A new free program, offered through a nonprofit partnership between the Fund for Public Housing and City Parks Foundation, is giving NYCHA youth ages 10 to 16 the chance to take golf lessons. The classes are… MORE
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Every year, the federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recognizes a week in September as Pollution Prevention Week. This year it’s September 19 to 25, and it’s an opportunity to celebrate practices that reduce or prevent pollution from being released into the environment prior to recycling, treatment, or disposal activities. We each have a role in… MORE
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When an elevator breaks down at one of NYCHA’s developments, requiring a traction pulley or bearing to be repaired, NYCHA’s machinist shop in Long Island City will likely get the call. In the basement of one of NYCHA’s satellite offices, the shop houses specialized machinery such as a CNC (computer numerical control) lathe and vertical… MORE
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On September 13, the Bronx’s Mott Haven community celebrated the official opening of a 158-unit affordable housing complex for low-income senior residents. Mill Brook Terrace sits on the site of a former NYCHA parking lot near Mill Brook Houses, where seniors now have access to an 8,700-square-foot senior center, supportive services, green spaces, and other… MORE
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Dear Colleagues, Over the last several years, we have made significant changes across NYCHA. As part of NYCHA’s Transformation and Implementation Plans, earlier this year the Board amended NYCHA’s by-laws to separate the roles of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Chair of the Board of Directors. This leadership model is what we have been working toward… MORE
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How much food waste would it take to power an electric bicycle? Two graduate school students worked to find a solution to such an inquiry this summer while studying organic waste collection at NYCHA. Abigail Brown and Jed Higdon served as Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) Climate Corps fellows who helped advance the Authority’s environmental goals… MORE
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As the city approaches the 10th anniversary of Superstorm Sandy, NYCHA has reached a milestone in its efforts to upgrade its infrastructure, improve storm surge protection, and prevent power outages and other storm-related impacts in the future. On August 24, the 144th, and final, crane lift of NYCHA’s Sandy recovery program was performed for a… MORE
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Chair Russ Answers Your Questions Every month, Chair Greg Russ will respond to questions from staff on topics like operations, the future of the agency, and how we’re overcoming everyday challenges. Have a question for Chair Russ about NYCHA? Send it to AsktheChair@nycha.nyc.gov and check back here to see if it was selected to be answered. Please… 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 August! 5 Years of Service 10 Years of Service 15 Years of Service 20 Years of Service 25… MORE
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