NYC Mayor: Juneteenth Legacy Of Black New Yorkers, New Report Highlighting Immigrants, Free Swim Classes, Overnight Soccer, Appointments, Heat Protections, Other Updates
Mayor Mamdani greets owners and fans and watches a World Cup match. Xochimilco Family Restaurant, Bronx. Thursday, June 11, 2026. Credit: Ed Reed/Mayoral Photography Office.
Juneteenth Legacy Of Black New Yorkers, Rainy Day Fund, Report Highlights Immigrants, Free Swim Classes, 2K Jingle Winner, Overnight Soccer, School Construction Authority & Food Policy Directors, Telemundo Streams Spanish World Cup, 6th Ave Bus Lanes, Heat Protections For Workers: Mayor Mamdani
Triumph of the Human Spirit, mentioned below by the artist who created the piece, has been covered in the past, particularly last years’s ceremony in celebration of those whose lives and legacies were lost in the paving over of the area around Battery Park. And like the former Mayor, Mayor Adams, the new appiontee to the Mayor’s Office of Food Policy is a vegan, more proof if needed that this type of diet is the best for overall health, wellness, and prevention of chronic disease. See last week’s rundown of the mayor’s stories here.
Our photographer, Sean Fitzpatrick, attended the ceremony at City Hall that followed the ticker tape parade where the players and management of the New York Knicks were each awarded Keys to the City of New York by Mayor Mamdani. New York Knicks made history by winning the fist championship for the franchise in 53 years. Neighbors hosted pop-up watch parties, games were on in every bar and restaurant, along with the City’s official kiosks, and people who had never watched a single game of basketball in their lives found themselves transported by the fever of winning that gripped the City – with a climax to match the excitement as the winning basket was quite a feat to accomplish. The game and everything that led up to it will certainly be remembered by generations as the days that the City came together to cheer on New York’s basketball team, the New York Knickerbockers! See below for the celebration on City Hall steps, along with a photo slideshow at the end:
Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani celebrated the ribbon-cutting of the ANCP Morningside affordable homeownership project in Harlem and highlighted the administration’s commitment to expanding for homeownership through Block by Block: The Housing Plan for a New Era on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. Michael Appleton/Mayoral Photography Office
On Juneteenth, Mayor Mamdani Releases Video Honoring the Legacy of Black New Yorkers
Video features a conversation with artist Dr. Lorenzo Pace, creator of “Triumph of the Human Spirit”
Watch video HERE
NEW YORK – Today, in recognition of Juneteenth, Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani released a short documentary highlighting the life and work of artist Dr. Lorenzo Pace, whose monumental sculpture, “Triumph of the Human Spirit,” stands in Foley Square as a testament to the resilience and enduring legacy of Black New Yorkers.
The short documentary explores Pace’s artistic journey and the history behind the sculpture, which was commissioned to honor those buried at the African Burial Ground. The site contains the remains of more than 400 Africans buried between the 1630s and 1795 and is the oldest and largest known excavated burial ground in North America for both free and enslaved Africans. Its rediscovery in 1991 transformed New York City’s understanding of its own history, bringing renewed attention to the central role enslaved Africans played in building the city.
Following the site’s discovery, a memorial was established to commemorate those buried there. Selected from among hundreds of artists, Dr. Pace was commissioned to create a public work that would honor their memory and tell a story long overlooked. The sculpture was funded through the Department of Cultural Affairs’ Percent for the Art program, which dedicates 1% of eligible City-funded construction budgets to public art.
“Triumph of the Human Spirit” features a Chiwara — a ritual depiction of an antelope in West African culture — standing in a boat, symbolizing the arrival of Africans to New York City and their perseverance through generations of struggle and triumph. Rising nearly five stories and weighing approximately 300 tons, the sculpture stands as a powerful reminder that the story of New York cannot be told without the story of Black New Yorkers.
“On Juneteenth, we honor not only the end of slavery but the generations of Black New Yorkers who fought for freedom, built our city and expanded the process of democracy. Dr. Pace’s work reminds us that our responsibility is to continue the unfinished work of extending freedom and justice to all,” said Mayor Mamdani.
See Full Transcript of Video Below:
Dr. Lorenzo Pace: This lock is the actual lock that enslaved my great grandfather Steve Pace in Alabama. This is the foundation of my history here in this country.
What is art? Art is everything and anything. You can look at art as being a representation of our humanity. are to tell the history of the people. If they didn’t tell the history, we wouldn’t know what the Egyptians did three, four thousand years ago. You wouldn’t know what the Greeks did. You wouldn’t know what the Renaissance was like if you didn’t have the artist telling the story.
I was taught everything about me was bad. My nose too big, my lips too big, my hair too nappy, my skin too black. And so when the art came into me, I began to emphasize those negative things I was taught. The lips, the nose, and especially the hair, and you see the black, beautiful skin. In 1991, my father passed away in Birmingham. After the funeral, my uncle Julius give the lock to me, brought it back to New York.
The first thing I saw big headlines in the New York Times African burial ground in the heart of New York City: Slavery in New York. Come on. You’re kidding me.
That was phenomenal for not only me, but for all New Yorkers. So I immediately went down to the site, I jumped on the fence and began to photograph because I felt that it connected my family with the enslaved population here in New York.
And our mayor at the time, David Dinkens, he said, “Hey, everybody think of the South as slavery. We had it going on right here in New York.”
The federal government is saying, “Hey, you know, this is invaluable land.” The African-American community was like, “Hey, no, this is precious ground. We don’t want nothing to be built on here.” So, they said, “Well, okay, we got to figure out how can we build a monument to honor these enslaved population.”
New York City Department of Culture Affairs Present for the Arts put a call out for artists to build something that relates to that. I threw my head in the ring. Over 400 artists had plot. They narrow it down to five and I got the call. I was shocked, you know.
So I went to the Metropolitan Museum. This image Chiwara just kept coming up in a number of different African countries. I said, “Oh, let me check this out.” This what I came out with, Chiwara. This is what inspired me to build the monument.
I said, “I can’t copy the image per se.” So, I said, “Well, why don’t you see if you do something abstract that represents something?” This is the model that I brought to the committee to look at. And they was like, “Hey, this is what we want.”
So you see the Chiwara on top of a boat in a pool of water. The boat represents the first Native Americans, the immigrants, and then also the boat represents my history, how we got here.
It’s a painful story. And New York City was the second largest slave port in the country. Taboo subject. Something like this is very difficult to talk about. Slavery is a very sensitive topic for us, as well as for white folks. It brings up all kinds of ghosts. It goes to the bedrock of our country.
How could a people who have gone to so many atrocities after being in bondage coming from the slave trade freely survive?
You see this big, five-story 300 ton monument. It must be representing something.
Hopefully that will bring for a little bit of understanding of what we all are part of. Whether you like it or not, it is a part of us as Americans.
Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani: And I’d like to begin by acknowledging Dr. Pace, because your sculpture triumph of the human spirit in Foley Square has become a rallying point for so many who dare to imagine a better future.
Dr. Lorenzo Pace: I look back on the experience, it pushed me to go to the highest level I can go.
I feel that when the ancestors want to anoint you to do something, they will.
Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani hosts a pride event at Surrogate’s Court on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. Michael Appleton/Mayoral Photography Office
Comptroller Levine and Mayor Mamdani Released the Following Statement Regarding Amending the City Charter to Strengthen New York City’s Rainy Day Fund
“The Rainy Day Fund exists because New Yorkers voted to give our City a tool to protect essential services during economic downturns and emergencies. It helps safeguard our schools, public safety, sanitation, housing, health care and social services when times get tough. Years after its creation, the fund still lacks formal rules governing it – and that needs to change.
“We need a stronger, more predictable approach to saving for our future. New Yorkers deserve confidence that their government is prepared not only for today’s challenges, but for tomorrow’s as well.
“That is why we support the serious consideration by the Charter Revision Commission on Government Efficiency to amend the Charter to give the Rainy Day Fund a formal funding structure, including considering a clear target, and responsible rules for when reserves can be used. Building reserves is one of the most responsible steps government can take. It allows us to weather economic shocks without forcing working people to bear the cost through cuts to the services they depend on.”
Mayor Mamdani meets with NYCHA Youth Leadership Council. Gracie Mansion. Wednesday, June 10, 2026. Credit: Ed Reed/Mayoral Photography Office.
“Newest New Yorkers” Report Highlights New York City’s Immigrant Communities
More than one in three New Yorkers are immigrants, and nearly half of all city residents speak a language other than English at home
China joins Dominican Republic as the largest foreign-born group in New York City
NEW YORK – Today, Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani, Department of City Planning (DCP) Director Sideya Sherman and Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs (MOIA) Commissioner Faiza Ali released the 2026 edition of The Newest New Yorkers, the most comprehensive portrait of the city’s foreign-born residents.
The report, the first update since 2013, is also the first to include an interactive web version, making it easier than ever for New Yorkers to explore population trends and demographic data.
The new report finds that New York City’s immigrant population remains steady at 3.1 million, with new neighborhood hubs emerging across the five boroughs and the city’s foreign-born population continuing to grow more diverse. Immigrants continue to drive New York City’s culture and economy, with foreign-born New Yorkers making up more than one-third of the city’s population and 43% of its workforce. Nearly half of all New Yorkers speak a language other than English at home, and two-thirds of all city residents are first- or second-generation New Yorkers.
“Immigrant New Yorkers are writing the future of this city every day. From the neighborhoods they have built to the small businesses that have opened, from the languages they speak to the communities they sustain, immigrants make New York the city that it is. This report shines a light on how our city is changing and growing and reminds us that our greatest strength has always been the people who come here. As we work to make New York more affordable and more welcoming, we remain committed to ensuring that every New Yorker – no matter where they were born – can build a future here,” said Mayor Mamdani.
“Immigrants are at the heart of New York’s evolution and growth as a city. Across all five boroughs, our city and our neighbors benefit from cultural diversity, small businesses, new languages and cuisines, and more. The Newest New Yorkers is an incredible testament to the communities that are emerging and evolving across the city, and our administration is here to welcome new neighbors no matter their origin,” said Leila Bozorg, Deputy Mayor for Housing and Planning.
“Everywhere you look, every flavor you taste, every song you hear carry through the streets is a reminder that there is no New York City without immigrant New York City. We are proud that the world calls New York City home and will never waver in our commitment to embracing new neighbors and long-time residents alike. This report is yet another reminder that it’s not where you’re from that makes you a New Yorker – it’s where you choose to build a business, a family, and a life,” said Julia Kerson, Deputy Mayor for Operations.
“This detailed report affirms a fundamental fact of life in New York City: immigrant communities are central to who we are and how we grow,” said Sideya Sherman, Director of the Department of City Planning. “The Newest New Yorkers gives rich insight into the remarkable diversity of our city’s immigrant communities, their resilience and evolution across the boroughs, and their essential role in shaping the city’s population and economy. As we celebrate Immigrant Heritage Month, we recommit ourselves to planning for a fairer, more inclusive, and affordable city where all New Yorkers are welcomed, supported, and able to thrive.”
“Our Newest New Yorkers report highlights the essential role immigrant New Yorkers play in shaping the rich diversity of neighborhoods across all five boroughs,” said Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs Commissioner Faiza N. Ali. “The story of New York City is one of immigration, and the contributions of our immigrant communities are woven into the fabric of our daily life. As we celebrate Immigrant Heritage Month, this report underscores the evolving experience of both newly arrived and long-established immigrant New Yorkers and reaffirms our commitment to building a welcoming, safe, and inclusive city where every resident has the opportunity to thrive.”
Queens and Brooklyn continue to have the largest foreign-born populations, though new immigrant enclaves are emerging across the boroughs. Flushing–Murray Hill in Queens remains the neighborhood with the largest immigrant population, followed by Elmhurst and Corona in Queens, East Flatbush and Gravesend in Brooklyn and Washington Heights in Manhattan.
At the same time, foreign-born New Yorkers have settled more broadly across the city over the past decade than in previous years. While some long-established immigrant neighborhoods saw declines in their foreign-born population – including Washington Heights, Manhattan’s Chinatown, Astoria, Sunset Park and East Flatbush – new immigrant hubs have emerged in neighborhoods such as Gravesend and East New York in Brooklyn; Springfield Gardens and St. Albans in Queens; Grasmere and New Springville in Staten Island; and Westchester Square and Bedford Park in the Bronx.
Foreign-born Share of Total Population by Neighborhood, 2019-2023
New York City’s foreign-born population continues to draw from every corner of the globe. After decades as the second-largest foreign-born group, China joined the Dominican Republic as the city’s largest foreign-born population. Jamaica and Mexico followed as the third- and fourth-largest groups.
The 10 largest foreign-born groups also include Bangladesh, which moved up to seventh place, and Colombia and Ukraine, which entered the top 10 for the first time. Other leading countries of origin include Ecuador, Guyana, Haiti, Trinidad and Tobago and India.
The report also examines socioeconomic indicators such as labor force participation and family composition, language diversity, immigration pathways to New York City and migration patterns across the tri-state region. The report draws primarily from the American Community Survey and does not include any personal information or residential addresses.
The full report and interactive tools are available at https://www.nyc.gov/content/planning/pages/our-work/reports/newest-new-yorker. Print copies of the report are available at the CityStore.
Mayor Mamdani and Parks Commissioner Shimamura Expand Free Learn to Swim Classes for Summer 2026
Expansion adds eight new locations, bringing free swim instruction to 18 outdoor pools citywide
Registration now open through August for children to learn essential swimming skills
NEW YORK – Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani and NYC Parks Commissioner Tricia Shimamura today announced the opening of registration for free summer Learn to Swim classes at 18 outdoor pools across New York City, eight more locations than last year’s total of 10. These classes will offer slots for more than 16,000 participants this summer.
NYC Parks’ free swim instruction teaches approximately 19,000 young people ages 18 months to 17 years old how to swim each year, saving families hundreds of dollars in lesson costs while building lifelong water safety skills. Last summer, nearly 6,000 children and parents with tots participated in classes at outdoor pools.
This year’s summer session will run from July 6 until August 28. Learn to Swim classes are also offered during the fall, winter and spring. All NYC Parks outdoor pools will open for the season on June 27.
“New York City is a beach town, with 14 miles of beaches and dozens of public pools for New Yorkers who want to cool off on a hot summer day,” said Mayor Mamdani. “Every child deserves to enjoy the water safely. That’s why we’re expanding free swim lessons across the five boroughs — giving more young New Yorkers access to an essential life skill, saving families money and making sure every child feels confident in the water.”
“Water safety is fundamental, and every child in New York City should have access to life-saving swimming instruction. This summer, we’re proud to expand the number of sites offering our free Learn to Swim classes — the most locations we’ve had since 2019,” said NYC Parks Commissioner Tricia Shimamura. “This will ensure that more New Yorkers can learn critical life skills right in their own communities and experience a safe and fun summer in the water.”
This summer, Learn to Swim classes will be offered at Kosciusko Pool, McCarren Pool, Sunset Pool, Bushwick Pool and Betsy Head Pool in Brooklyn; Van Cortlandt Pool, Crotona Pool and Claremont Pool in the Bronx; Asser Levy Pool, Gottesman Pool, Hamilton Fish Pool, Jackie Robinson Pool and John Jay Pool in Manhattan; Astoria Pool, Fisher Pool and Liberty Pool in Queens; and Faber Pool and Lyons Pool on Staten Island.
New Yorkers can register for summer classes here.
Registration is conducted through a free, secure online lottery system. Applicants who are not selected will be placed on a waiting list. Participants should keep the following in mind:
- Choose only one class. Register for only one class per person. Multiple registrations will not increase your chances of selection.
- Register every child separately. Families with more than one child interested in Learn to Swim must submit a separate application to register each child.
- Applications are nontransferable. If you or your child is selected, that spot cannot be transferred to another person, including a family member.
To learn more about NYC Parks’ swim programs, visit nyc.gov/parks/aquatics.
Mayor Mamdani attends a World Cup preparedness briefing. New York City Emergency Management Department, Brooklyn. Friday, June 12, 2026. Credit: Ed Reed/Mayoral Photography Office.
Mayor Mamdani Announces Winner of NYC 2-K Jingle Contest
Nearly 13,000 New Yorkers voted on finalists selected by Cardi B and Lin-Manual Miranda
Winning jingle will be featured in a citywide campaign encouraging families to apply for free child care for 2-year-olds
Applications open now through June 26 atMySchools.nyc
NEW YORK – After nearly 13,000 New Yorkers cast their votes, Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani announced today the winner of the NYC 2-K Jingle Contest: Allegra.
More than 300 New Yorkers submitted jingles celebrating the City’s new 2-K program. The final five entries were selected by Bronx-born rapper Cardi B and Washington Heights native Lin-Manuel Miranda before being put to a public vote. Mayor Mamdani first announced the jingle contest alongside Cardi B in April.
“Congratulations to Allegra for creating a jingle that’s going to be stuck in New Yorkers’ heads for a long time — and for helping us spread the word about one of the most important investments we can make in working families,” said Mayor Mamdani. “For too long, child care costs have forced parents to choose between paying the bills and caring for their children. With 2-K, we’re building a city where every New Yorker is a winner. This jingle will help more parents learn about the free child care available to them and encourage every family to apply.”
As the winner of the contest, Allegra’s jingle will be featured in City outreach and advertising campaigns promoting enrollment in 2-K.
First announced in January by Mayor Mamdani and Governor Kathy Hochul, 2-K is New York City’s effort to deliver free, accessible, high-quality child care for 2-year-olds. The program will launch with 2,000 free seats this fall and expand to universal access within four years.
Neighborhoods receiving free 2-K seats this fall include Canarsie, Brownsville, Inwood, the Rockaways, Ozone Park and Fordham, to name a few.
The majority of seats will provide full-day care from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., 260 days a year, replacing the traditional 180-day school calendar and providing working families with reliable, year-round child care.
Families in Community School Districts 6, 10, 18, 23 and 27 can apply for 2-K through June 26 through MySchools, by calling 718-935-2009 or by visiting a Family Welcome Center.
Allegra’s winning jingle can be heard here:
Childcare for all
2-K this fall
Myschools.nyc
Myschools.nyc
Come along and learn with me
Come along and learn with me
Myschools.nyc
Myschools.nyc
Come along and learn with me
Come along and learn — for free!
(Yay)
Mayor Mamdani visits the NYC DOT Sign Shop. Maspeth, Queens. Monday, June 15, 2026. Credit: Ed Reed/Mayoral Photography Office.
Mayor Mamdani Opens Five Soccer Fields for Overnight Pickup Games During FIFA World Cup 2026™
NYC Open Play brings free, all-night pickup soccer to one field in every borough through July 18
NEW YORK – Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani today launched NYC Open Play, a citywide partnership with New York City FC, NYC Footy, NYC Parks and the Hudson River Park Trust to provide free, staffed overnight pickup soccer at one field in every borough throughout the FIFA World Cup 2026™.
Through July 18, New Yorkers ages 18 years and up can play pickup soccer free of charge throughout the night at participating fields across the five boroughs.
“New Yorkers know that some of the best soccer in the world isn’t played at a stadium — it’s played in our parks,” said Mayor Mamdani. “As the World Cup comes to our city, we want every New Yorker to have a chance to pull on a pinnie, get onto the field or root for their fellow New Yorkers. That’s what NYC Open Play is all about: free fields, lights on, goals up and a place for New Yorkers to come together through the world’s game. Whether you’re playing your first match or your thousandth, there’s a place for you.”
Each field will feature up to three 7v7 pickup pitches equipped with cones, goals and soccer balls. NYC Footy staff will be on site throughout the night to organize teams, coordinate games across skill levels and ensure a welcoming experience for all.
New York City FC will support operations and enhance programming at one field each weekend with free clinics, giveaways and community soccer programming led by coaches from City in the Community (CITC), the club’s nonprofit foundation.
StubHub is sponsoring NYC Open Play’s free summer soccer programming.
Participating locations include:
- Hudson River Park’s Chelsea Waterside in Manhattan
- Astoria Park in Queens
- Calvert Vaux Park in Brooklyn
- Soundview Park in the Bronx
- Fairview Park on Staten Island
Games may begin as early as 10:30 p.m. and continue as late as 8 a.m. Players can sign up individually or as a team and check field-specific schedules at nycopenplay.com. Play will continue during light rain and pause only for severe weather. Each field will be staffed and monitored by security personnel and Parks Enforcement Patrol (PEP) officers.
“World Cup fever has taken over NYC, and we’re making sure our parks are part of the excitement,” said NYC Parks Commissioner Tricia Shimamura. “Our city’s passion for soccer knows no bounds, and with NYC Open Play, New Yorkers can get outside, stay active with their friends and celebrate the beautiful game all night long with fun pickup games, all for free.”
“Soccer has the power to bring people together, and making the game more accessible to New Yorkers has always been at the heart of New York City FC’s mission,” said Jennifer O’Sullivan, Chief Operating Officer of New York City FC. “For more than a decade, we have worked to create more opportunities for communities across the five boroughs to experience that joy and have more places to play. We are honored to partner with Mayor Mamdani, NYC Parks, the Hudson River Park Trust and NYC Footy to bring this initiative to life during the FIFA World Cup 2026™ and help New Yorkers connect, play and celebrate the world’s game together.”
“The World Cup has ignited New York like never before, and we wanted to meet that energy with something real,” said Tarek Pertew, co-founder and CEO of The Footy League. “The NYC Open Play Initiative is simple: free fields, open to everyone, around the clock. This is the city that never sleeps, neither should the beautiful game.”
“Hudson River Park is proud to be part of Mayor Mamdani’s NYC Open Play initiative, and we look forward to welcoming players to the Park’s Chelsea Waterside field for free overnight pickup games that capture the excitement and global spirit of the FIFA World Cup,” said Hudson River Park Trust President & CEO Noreen Doyle. “Hudson River Park’s fields build community among kids and adults year-round, but this season in New York City is going to be extra special for soccer players and fans. Thank you to Mayor Mamdani, NYC Parks and NYC Footy for bringing this free, one-of-a-kind experience to our city’s passionate soccer community.”
“The joy of the World Cup shouldn’t be confined to the stadiums — it belongs on soccer fields across our city. Access to free and well-lit play spaces like soccer fields don’t just keep young people safe, they allow them to meet new friends, get fresh air and exercise and build critical life skills,” said Deputy Mayor for Community Safety Renita Francois. “NYC Open Play is one of many efforts our City government is taking to show young New Yorkers that safety and fun belong together this summer.”
“Our North Star at StubHub is increasing access — from making it easier to attend live events to enjoying a pickup game of soccer in your neighborhood during the World Cup,” said Becky Blatt, East Coast Cities Lead for StubHub. “We are proud to partner with Mayor Mamdani to make NYC Open Play a reality and bring the Beautiful Game to communities across the five boroughs.”
Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani marches in National Puerto Rican Day Parade on 5th Avenue in Manhattan on Sunday, June 14, 2026. Michael Appleton/Mayoral Photography Office
Mayor Mamdani Names Celeste Ramirez President of the School Construction Authority
Ramirez becomes the first Latina New Yorker to lead the organization
NEW YORK – Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani named Celeste Ramirez President of the New York City School Construction Authority (SCA).
Ramirez returns to the SCA after previously serving in multiple leadership roles at the agency before founding and leading her own construction management firm. Born in the Dominican Republic and raised in the Bronx, Ramirez will become the first Latina New Yorker to lead the organization.
The School Construction Authority is responsible for designing and building safe, welcoming and sustainable public schools for New York City’s students.
“Every child deserves a school that inspires them to learn, supports them to succeed and reflects the value we place on their future. School buildings are more than bricks and mortar. They are places where young New Yorkers learn, grow, eat healthy meals, build community and forge their futures,” said Mayor Mamdani. “Celeste Ramirez brings decades of experience, a deep commitment to public service and firsthand knowledge of the work ahead. Under her leadership, we will accelerate the construction of the classrooms we need to meet class size requirements, modernize our school infrastructure and ensure every student has access to a world-class learning environment.”
“Throughout my life, I’ve seen the impact public schools have on our communities – first as a child, newly immigrated to this country, welcomed with open arms by my local public school, and then in my professional career, where I saw the ways physical infrastructure that inspires and innovates turns schools into true community centers,” said SCA President Celeste Ramirez. “As I step into this role, I’m deeply honored to have the opportunity to serve the schoolchildren, educators and staff that make up our school communities, and eager to support the contractors that make this work possible.”
About Celeste Ramirez
Celeste Ramirez most recently served as the President and CEO of CARA Construction Management, Inc., the construction consulting firm she founded in 2004. Under her leadership, the firm completed more than 150 projects and developed innovative tools to evaluate project performance and contractor capacity.
Prior to founding CARA, Ramirez spent 15 years with the SCA, serving in several leadership roles, including Manager of Operations for the SCA’s legal and real estate divisions. She also led community relations efforts, helping strengthen partnerships between the agency and the communities it served.
Following her tenure at SCA, Ramirez continued supporting the agency’s mission by mentoring contractors and subcontractors participating in SCA projects. In partnership with Baruch College (CUNY), she helped administer an intensive 10-month training program designed to support emerging SCA contractors and expand opportunities for small firms.
Ramirez began her public service career in the Office of the Bronx Borough President, where she served as the director of housing services before becoming a budget analyst and community relations liaison.
Ramirez’ family moved from Puerto Rico to the Dominican Republic, where Ramirez was born, before moving to the Bronx where she was raised. Ramirez has dedicated her career to expanding opportunity through public investment, community engagement and infrastructure development.
Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani marches in National Puerto Rican Day Parade on 5th Avenue in Manhattan on Sunday, June 14, 2026. Michael Appleton/Mayoral Photography Office
Mayor Mamdani Appoints Siddhartha Sanchez as Executive Director of Mayor’s Office of Food Policy
NEW YORK — Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani today announced the appointment of Siddhartha Sanchez as the executive director of the Mayor’s Office of Food Policy (MOFP). Sanchez brings more than two decades of experience in nonprofit leadership, government philanthropy and community-based food systems work to advance the administration’s commitment to make healthy, affordable food accessible to every New Yorker.
“New Yorkers are struggling to put healthy food on the table while grocery prices continue to rise. Building a city that people can afford means building a food system that works for everyone,” said Mayor Mamdani. “Siddhartha Sanchez has spent his career fighting for food justice, strengthening community-led solutions and expanding access to healthy food. Food access is an economic justice issue and I am proud to welcome him to this administration, as we work to ensure that every New Yorker has access to food as a basic human right.”
“Food insecurity is among the most pressing issues facing our city, and making high-quality, nutritious food affordable and accessible to New Yorkers is a top priority of this administration,” said Deputy Mayor for Health and Human Services Dr. Helen Arteaga. “It is important to have dedicated, experienced partners in government, and Siddhartha Sanchez, who has dedicated more than two decades to serving low-income communities of color in New York City, is just the kind of leader we need to further our food policy agenda. I am thrilled to announce his appointment as Executive Director for MOFP, and I look forward to working alongside him to help struggling families put healthy, affordable food back on their tables.”
“I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to serve the people of New York City — the city I grew up in and have dedicated my career to,” said Siddhartha Sanchez, Executive Director, Mayor’s Office of Food Policy. “Food security is inseparable from racial and economic justice, and for too many New Yorkers — especially in low-income communities of color — access to healthy, affordable food remains out of reach. I am committed to the Mamdani Administration’s vision of a city where every resident can thrive, and I look forward to building on the tremendous foundation MOFP has laid. Because of their work, we understand these challenges more clearly than ever before. I’m eager to work alongside our most impacted communities to continue turning MOFP’s legacy into real solutions. I’m excited to get started.”
The Mayor’s Office of Food Policy works across City government to increase food security, expand access to healthy food and build a more equitable, sustainable and resilient food system. As Executive Director of MOFP, Sanchez will also serve as a member of the Mayor’s Grocery Store Task Force.
“Red Hook Initiative (RHI) is proud to celebrate Siddhartha Sanchez’s appointment as Executive Director of Food Policy,” said Michael Partis, Executive Director of Red Hook Initiative (RHI). “Their leadership, deep commitment to food justice, and understanding of how policy impacts communities like Red Hook make this a powerful and timely choice. At RHI, we see every day that access to fresh, affordable, culturally relevant food is directly connected to health, equity, and opportunity. We look forward to seeing how Sanchez continues to advance bold, community-centered solutions that strengthen food systems across New York City.”
“Community Food Funders is excited to continue partnering with the Mayor’s Office of Food Policy and build upon the legacy of past leadership,” said Adam Liebowitz, Director of Community Food Funders. “Siddhartha is a connector. Throughout his career in government, philanthropy, and nonprofit leadership, he has earned the trust of diverse stakeholders and repeatedly demonstrated an ability to bring people together around a shared vision and commitment to equity. At a time of significant challenges, those skills will be essential to advancing food justice and food sovereignty for all New Yorkers.”
About Siddhartha Sanchez
Siddhartha Sanchez is a lifelong advocate for food justice whose work centers racial, environmental and economic justice for more than 20 years. He has dedicated his career to serving low-income communities of color across New York City, developing deep expertise at the intersection of food systems, economic development, climate justice and community-driven policy.
Most recently, Sanchez served as Executive Director of the Bronx River Alliance, where he oversaw stewardship of a 23-mile urban watershed and more than 100 acres of public land while advancing environmental restoration, public access and community engagement. A cornerstone of that work was the community-led Bronx River Foodway – the first edible food forest in a New York City, which demonstrates how public land can be used to strengthen food sovereignty and community well-being.
Prior to that role, Sanchez served as Interim Executive Director of the Bronx Cooperative Development Initiative, where he advanced efforts to leverage institutional procurement as a tool for community wealth-building and equitable food systems.
As co-founder of KPS Strategies, a public interest consulting firm, Sanchez advised government agencies, mission-driven businesses, philanthropic organizations and nonprofits on food systems strategy, stakeholder engagement and cross-sector collaboration. Earlier in his career, he served as Senior Advisor to U.S. Representative José Serrano, helping secure federal funding for food access and infrastructure projects, and managed a philanthropic portfolio supporting organizations focused on food access, affordable housing and community development.
Born and raised in Washington Heights, Sanchez is a lifelong vegan, family chef and avid gardener. His parents migrated from the Dominican Republic. He holds a bachelor’s degree in International Relations from Brown University.
Mayor Mamdani greets shoppers buying World Cup jerseys. The NYC CityStore, Manhattan. Friday, June 12, 2026. Credit: Ed Reed/Mayoral Photography Office.
Mayor Mamdani Announces Telemundo Will Livestream Spanish-Language Coverage of World Cup Matches on 200 LinkNYC Kiosks Across New York City
Five marquee World Cup matches to stream on 200 LinkNYC kiosks citywide from June 19 through July 19
Twenty LinkNYC kiosks will feature official City World Cup branding during the tournament
NEW YORK – Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani today announced that New Yorkers and visitors will be able to follow five FIFA World Cup matches on 200 LinkNYC kiosks across the five boroughs between June 19 and July 19 as part of a free Summer Friday viewing series celebrating New York City’s role as a host city, as well as the World Cup Final on Sunday, July 19.
In partnership with Telemundo, the viewing series will bring the world’s biggest sporting event directly to neighborhoods across the city, transforming everyday public spaces into gathering places where New Yorkers can experience the excitement of the World Cup together.
“New York is a city of sidewalks as much as it is stadiums, and this summer the World Cup belongs to both,” said Mayor Mamdani. “You shouldn’t need a ticket to MetLife to feel connected to the world’s game. Whether you’re heading home from work, meeting friends or just walking to the bodega, you’ll have a chance to stop, watch and share in a moment that brings incredible soccer moments directly to you.”
“This is a massive community partnership. It expands Telemundo public viewing access for World Cup matches — into every borough of our city. We were thrilled to work with LinkNYC, Telemundo Network and the City to bring this once-in-a-lifetime moment directly to the viewers and the neighborhoods we serve,” said Eric Lerner, President and General Manager of Telemundo 47 and NBC 4 New York.
“The FIFA World Cup is more than a sporting event — it’s a cultural moment that brings people together across communities, generations, and backgrounds,” said Claudia Chagui, Executive Vice President, Marketing, NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises. “As the exclusive Spanish-language home of the tournament, we’re excited to partner with the City of New York and LinkNYC to bring the World Cup directly into neighborhoods across the city and create new ways for fans to connect with the matches and each other.”
The public viewing series will feature five marquee matches spanning the group stage through the tournament final:
- Friday, June 19, 3 p.m. – United States vs. Australia
- Friday, June 26, 3 p.m. – Norway vs. France
- Friday, July 3, 2 p.m. – Round of 32 Match
- Friday, July 10, 3 p.m. – Quarterfinal Match
- Sunday, July 19, 3 p.m. – FIFA World Cup Final
As part of the activation, 20 LinkNYC kiosks across the five boroughs will feature official City World Cup branding, joining ferries, sanitation vehicles, subway cars and other public assets celebrating New York City’s role as a host city.
“This initiative shows how public infrastructure can create shared experiences at city scale while keeping people connected to the information and moments that matter most,” said LinkNYC CEO Nick Colvin. “By partnering with the City, Intersection, and Boldyn Networks, we’re turning one of the country’s largest digital communications networks into a platform that helps New Yorkers and visitors experience the World Cup together, wherever they are in the city.”
“This is exactly the kind of creativity we’ve been pushing for since day one — taking public infrastructure that’s already on every corner and turning it into a free ticket to the World Cup,” said New York City World Cup Czar Maya Handa. “Whether you’re grabbing your coffee in the Bronx or walking your kids to school in Staten Island, the World Cup is going to find you this summer.”
“We are proud to team with Mayor Mamdani on the goal of expanding viewing access to this summer’s most unforgettable sports moments,” said NYC Chief Technology Officer and OTI Commissioner Lisa Gelobter. “OTI’s partnership with LinkNYC will enable New Yorkers and visitors across the five boroughs to join in this monumental World Cup experience.”
“The World Cup is about bringing people together and creating moments that everyone, no matter where they are on match day, can be part of,” said Alex Lasry, CEO of the New York New Jersey Host Committee. “By activating LinkNYC kiosks across the City, we’re making sure everyone can experience the energy and excitement of the tournament. This is an opportunity to showcase the very best of New York and ensure the spirit of the World Cup reaches every corner of our great city.”
Mayor Mamdani speaks with families applying for 2-K, and colors “Yay for 2-K” and “Let’s Go Knicks” posters. Mosholu Montefiore Community Center, Bronx. Thursday, June 11, 2026. Credit: Ed Reed/Mayoral Photography Office.
Mayor Mamdani Announces New and Upgraded Bus Lanes and Widened Bike Lanes on Manhattan’s Sixth Avenue
New and upgraded bus lanes would deliver faster, more reliable service for 51,000+ daily bus riders — in a corridor where bus speeds are as low as 3.5 mph
Widened protected bike lanes would create a safer riding experience on one of Manhattan’s highest-crash corridors
Between 8th Street and 31st Street, the proposed redesign of Sixth Avenue will add an offset bus lane and widen the existing bike lane by four feet. Credit: NYC DOT
NEW YORK – Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani and New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) Commissioner Mike Flynn today unveiled a proposal for bus and bike lane upgrades along Sixth Avenue in Manhattan, delivering faster, more reliable service for more than 51,000 daily bus riders on four local and 27 express MTA routes — as well as safer biking for cyclists along the corridor.
The proposal adds a new offset bus lane from Watts Street to 34th Street where there is currently no bus lane at all and upgrades existing curbside lanes with offset bus lanes from 34th Street to 58th Street — in some places creating double bus lanes.
For cycling infrastructure, the project will widen the avenue’s existing protected bike lane north of 35th Street up to 59th Street, creating a double-wide bike lane for most of the avenue from Lispenard Street to 59th Street.
“Every day, 51,000 New Yorkers rely on buses along this corridor to get to work, school and home to their families. And every day, too many of them are stuck in traffic that slows them down and takes their valuable time,” said Mayor Mamdani. “By installing new and upgraded offset bus lanes and expanding bike infrastructure on Sixth Avenue, we’re helping New Yorkers move faster, move safer and experience the reliable public transit they deserve.”
“The Mamdani administration has made clear that bus riders deserve a fast, dignified commute, but right now it can be as fast to walk along Sixth Avenue as it is to ride a local bus,” said NYC DOT Commissioner Mike Flynn. “This proposal would bring faster and safer commutes for bus and bike riders commuting in Manhattan from all five boroughs.”
Currently, local bus speeds along the Sixth Avenue corridor are as low as 3.5 mph — about the average walking speed — and express bus speeds are as slow as 4.2 mph during evening peak times. Offset bus lanes help speed up rides by allowing buses to bypass parked vehicles that frequently block curbside bus lanes while also providing improved curbside access for businesses and passenger pick-up and drop-off.
Sixth Avenue is a Vision Zero priority corridor, which means it has among the highest rates of pedestrian deaths and serious injuries in Manhattan. Bus and bike infrastructure upgrades would enhance safety along the corridor by better organizing the flow of traffic. New painted curb extensions, pedestrian islands and turn calming treatments would shorten crossing distances and slow turning vehicles. A similar treatment on 3rd Avenue resulted in bus speed increases of up to 14%, while injuries decreased by 28%.
An example of a full-block bus stop planned between 45th Street and 46th Street on Sixth Avenue. Credit: NYC DOT.
NYC DOT presented the proposal on Wednesday night to Manhattan’s Community Board 4, with future presentations planned for relevant boards in the borough. The agency will review feedback and finalize a proposal before planning installation.
“New Yorkers need infrastructure that helps all riders, pedestrians, cyclists and drivers get quickly and safely to their destination,” said Congressman Jerrold Nadler. “I am proud to continue to support NYC DOT as they work to make this a reality. The proposal for a new bus lane on Sixth Avenue and the continued widening of the existing bike lane up to 58th Street addresses a corridor that is too congested for cars and buses to move efficiently and is far too dangerous for pedestrians and cyclists to safely use without improvements. As our city grows and bike ridership increases, this proposal will help my constituents keep moving and stay safe.”
“The proposal for expanded bike lanes and a dedicated bus lane on Sixth Avenue makes perfect sense,” said Assemblymember Deborah J. Glick. “As we see the continued growth in the use of mass transit and our bike lanes, the City must accommodate the choices New Yorkers are making. DOT has been a great partner, and I appreciate the Mayor’s commitment to mass transit.”
“Sixth Avenue is packed with bus riders, cyclists, pedestrians, deliveries, cabs and cars and right now, it does not work well enough for any of them,” said Council Member Christopher Marte. “A faster bus lane and a wider bike lane will make the avenue safer, clearer and more reliable for the New Yorkers who depend on it every day. This is a smart step for one of Manhattan’s busiest corridors.”
“I strongly support NYC DOT’s proposal to improve Sixth Avenue and prioritize the thousands of New Yorkers who rely on this corridor every day. Too often, buses move at little more than a walking pace, making commutes longer and less reliable,” said Council Member Carl Wilson. “By creating dedicated bus space, expanding protected bike infrastructure and improving pedestrian safety, this plan will deliver faster commutes, safer streets and a more accessible public realm. I look forward to working with DOT to advance these critical improvements.”
“The new Sixth Avenue bus lane will save time and reduce aggravation for over 50,000 bus riders every day,” said Danny Pearlstein, Policy & Communications Director for Riders Alliance. “From seniors heading to the doctor, to kids traveling home from school, to express bus riders with some of the country’s longest commutes, this project affords riders the dignity we deserve. Kudos to Department of Transportation staff, Commissioner Flynn and Mayor Mamdani for prioritizing bus riders on all the way from Watts Street to Central Park.”
“63 blocks of an offset bus lane on Sixth Avenue is something to celebrate — as is the widening of the protected bike lane for an additional 27 blocks, building on the success of the double-wide bike lane farther down the corridor,” said Ben Furnas, Executive Director of Transportation Alternatives. “This project will speed up bus commutes for tens of thousands of New Yorkers, while making it safer to bike from Midtown to Central Park.”
“New Yorkers shouldn’t have to be stuck on a slow-moving bus along Sixth Avenue wondering whether they’d reach their destination faster on foot,” said Ken Podziba, CEO of Bike New York. “This proposal will help buses move faster and make one of Manhattan’s busiest transportation corridors safer and more efficient. The expanded double-wide protected bike lane is particularly important, creating the space needed to safely accommodate the growing number of cyclists and e-bike riders who use Sixth Avenue every day. By providing more room for riders to pass safely and reducing conflicts between faster and slower cyclists, these improvements will create a safer and more comfortable experience for riders of all speeds and skill levels. Bike New York applauds NYC DOT for advancing a proposal that will make Sixth Avenue safer, more people-focused and better equipped to serve the growing number of New Yorkers who travel by bus and bike.”
“New York’s curbs are some of the most competitive public spaces in the city, and this proposal puts them to work for people. By speeding up buses, creating a more comfortable bike lane and redesigning dangerous intersections, Sixth Avenue will become safer and more efficient for the tens of thousands of New Yorkers who use it every day,” said Michael Sutherland, Senior Policy and Legislative Analyst at Open Plans. “These intersection improvements are especially important; they shorten crossings, slow turning vehicles and help make our streets safer for everyone, whether you’re walking, biking, rolling or taking the bus.”
“Sixth Avenue is one of Manhattan’s most important transportation corridors, and these improvements will help move people more quickly and safely. Bus priority is essential to delivering the reliable service transit riders deserve, while wider bike lanes will create a safer street for everyone, including pedestrians, cyclists and drivers,” said Renae Reynolds, Executive Director at Tri-State Transportation Campaign. “Given Sixth Avenue’s history of traffic violence, this project is a major step forward that will improve access to businesses, encourage more New Yorkers to bus and bike, and help modernize our transportation network. We thank NYC DOT for advancing a vision that prioritizes safety, mobility and efficiency.”
Mayor Mamdani visits the NYC DOT Sign Shop. Maspeth, Queens. Monday, June 15, 2026. Credit: Ed Reed/Mayoral Photography Office.
Mayor Mamdani Signs Executive Order Protecting Workers from Extreme Heat
As summer heats up, Mamdani administration takes bold, whole-of-government approach to keeping New Yorkers safe
Executive Order directs development of new safeguards for the 1.4 million New Yorkers who work outdoors
Multilingual guidance, agency heat illness prevention plans and new public health research ordered as part of sweeping action
NEW YORK — Today, Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani signed an Executive Order directing a whole-of-government response to protect workers from extreme heat — the first initiative of its kind in New York City history.
Joined by labor unions, community organizations, City agency commissioners and workers, Mayor Mamdani signed the order at City Hall, underscoring his administration’s commitment to centering working people in government. The Executive Order builds on NYC Emergency Management’s (NYCEM) existing Beat the Heat program for residents by extending similar attention and resources to workers who have long faced rising temperatures without comparable protections.
“No one should have to choose between their paycheck and their health,” said Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani. “The workers building our skyline, delivering our packages, selling food on our street corners and keeping this city running deserve to come home safe at the end of every shift. In the past, workers have borne the burden of extreme heat while government looked the other way. We’re changing that because every worker’s life is worth protecting. As summer heats up, we’re taking a whole-of-government approach to keeping New Yorkers prepared, safe and cool.”
The Executive Order directs the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), NYCEM and the Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) to develop and distribute multilingual heat safety guidance for outdoor workers as soon as practicable this year. Guidance for indoor workers will be issued by March 1, 2027.
The order also requires every mayoral agency to develop and implement heat illness prevention plans for City employees and contractors. DOHMH is directed to study the relationship between extreme heat and workers’ compensation claims and evaluate whether heat illness should be designated a reportable health condition. The Department of Buildings (DOB) will review and strengthen construction site heat safety requirements, with recommendations due by March 1, 2027. The order also reinforces existing protections for outdoor workers, including access to bathrooms and workplace reporting requirements.
The Executive Order is part of the administration’s broader heat preparedness strategy. Earlier this month, Mayor Mamdani released a public service announcement encouraging New Yorkers to stay vigilant during extreme heat and recognize the symptoms of heat exhaustion. For the first time in New York City history, more than 2,200 LinkNYC kiosks will display real-time walking directions to the nearest NYC Cooling Center within a 10-minute walk. Kiosks will automatically update using data from the City’s Cool Options Finder as cooling centers open and close during heat emergencies.
More than 1.4 million New Yorkers — one-third of the city’s workforce — spend extended periods working outdoors each summer, including construction workers, day laborers, street vendors, delivery workers, truck drivers and warehouse workers. Heat contributes to 500 deaths in New York City each year, making it one of the deadliest weather-related hazards facing New Yorkers.
“Workers built New York and are the backbone of our great city,” said New York Attorney General Letitia James. “New Yorkers should never have to risk their lives to earn a living, but too often, workers are forced to endure dangerous and unbearable heat without the protections they need to stay safe. I have fought for years to enact stronger heat protections for workers nationwide, and I am grateful to Mayor Mamdani for taking action with today’s executive order.”
“Worker protection is the foundation of everything this administration stands for,” said Deputy Mayor for Economic Justice Julie Su. “Heat doesn’t discriminate, but its consequences do — falling hardest on the workers who already face the steepest climb. Today, we are making clear that the dignity of every worker in this city is worth protecting, whether they are building our skyline, delivering our packages, or stocking our shelves. This Executive Order is a promise to those workers: City Hall has your back.”
“The health consequences of extreme heat fall with devastating inequality on our most vulnerable communities,” said Deputy Mayor for Health and Human Services Helen Arteaga. “Black New Yorkers are dying of heat stroke at twice the rate of white New Yorkers, and Latino workers are disproportionately exposed on job sites and in warehouses across this city. That is not a weather problem — that is a justice problem. This Executive Order is a step toward a city where you work and live do not determine whether you survive the summer.”
“Extreme heat kills — and it hits especially hard for the neighbors working long hours outdoors, without shade, without air conditioning, without breaks,” said Deputy Mayor for Operations Julia Kerson. “This administration is committed to pulling every lever to prepare New Yorkers for dangerous conditions and mobilizing every agency and partner to connect people with the resources that protect their health and well-being. Today, we direct that commitment squarely at worker justice — because the people who keep this city running every single day deserve jobs and workplaces that keep them safe.”
“I’ve worked at LaGuardia Airport for years, and I can tell you: the heat on that tarmac is no joke,” said John Mosquera, Alliance Ground International (AGI) Ramp Agent at LGA Airport. “Some days it feels like you are working inside an oven. I’ve personally gotten sick and passed out in the heat before. We don’t always have shade, we don’t always get breaks, and for a long time, nobody with power was paying attention. Today, Mayor Mamdani is paying attention — and that means everything to me and to workers like me across this city.”
“No worker should put their health at risk because of rising temperatures, yet far too often workers face serious physical harm because employers fail to provide safe working conditions. John Mosquera and other airport workers under Alliance Ground International have been raising the alarm about extreme heat. AGI’s workers have spoken out about passing out in cargo holds, facing retaliation for asking for water and being pressured to work quickly even when it’s hot. This is unacceptable,” said Manny Pastreich, President of 32BJ SEIU. “Today’s executive order is an important step to hold these employers accountable and to ensure that this city’s workers have the protections they need to stay safe and healthy on the job.”
“Heat has taken the lives of more New Yorkers than any other weather hazard, and the workers most exposed to it deserve real protection,” said NYC Emergency Management Commissioner Christina Farrell. “NYCEM coordinates the city’s heat response every season, and under this Executive Order we will work alongside our partners to develop heat safety guidance, deliver it in the languages New Yorkers speak, and keep the public informed. This is a city and administration choosing to lead on protecting its workers, and Emergency Management is proud to be part of that work.”
“Extreme heat is one of the most serious risks facing workers across our city and DCAS is proud to be a part of this administration’s whole-of-government effort to keep New Yorkers safe,” said DCAS Commissioner Yume Kitasei. “By developing clear multilingual guidance and supporting heat illness prevention plans across city agencies, we are giving agencies the tools they need to recognize risks and prevent illness, protecting the people who keep New York City running.”
“Extreme heat kills, and it kills unequally,” said NYC Health Commissioner Dr. Alister Martin. “Our data show that Black New Yorkers bear a disproportionate burden of heat-related illness and death, and that outdoor and indoor workers alike are among the most exposed populations in the city. This Executive Order gives the NYC Health Department the mandate and tools to better understand and address that burden. Through new research on heat and workers’ compensation and guidance that meets workers where they are in the languages they speak, we are stepping up to protecting New Yorkers who are the most vulnerable to the heat.”
“Extreme heat is a workplace hazard that deserves the same preventive measures, awareness, and response as any other threat to worker safety,” said Buildings Commissioner Ahmed Tigani. “DOB enforces some of the most robust safety training requirements for construction sites anywhere across the globe, which has contributed to a major sustained decline in building construction related injuries in recent years. Under the Mayor’s leadership this administration is moving to better protect working New Yorkers from the dangers of heat illness, building on our progress to improve safety for both construction workers and the public.”
The Executive Order was developed in partnership with the TEMP Coalition, the New York Committee for Occupational Safety and Health, 32BJ SEIU and dozens of labor unions and community organizations that have spent years advocating for stronger heat protections for workers.
Banner Image: Mayor Mamdani visits the NYC DOT Sign Shop. Maspeth, Queens. Monday, June 15, 2026. Image Credit: Ed Reed/Mayoral Photography Office.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani
Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as Mayor of the City of New York on January 1st, 2026. Prior to becoming Mayor, he represented the 36th New York State Assembly District and its neighborhoods of Astoria, Ditmars-Steinway, and Astoria Heights.
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