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I was elected as a democratic socialist, and will continue to govern as a democratic socialist. 

100 days in — and we’re just getting started.

Today @NYCMayor announced commitments to improve bus speeds for one million New Yorkers.  This means: ✅ 20% faster bus speeds along 45 priority corridors ✅ Closing the gap for NYers living farther than ½ mile from subway or rail stops ✅ Increasing fully accessible bus stops

Join us on April 13 or April 15 for two additional info-sessions on responses to the Brooklyn Marine Terminal Port RFEI. This will include a presentation on the responses followed by dedicated time for Q&A. RSPV 4/13: nycedc.formstack.com/forms/brooklyn… RSVP 4/15: nycedc.formstack.com/forms/brooklyn…

📊New York City added 10,600 private sector jobs in January and reached a new record high for labor force participation rate. Learn more our latest Economic Snapshot: edc.nyc/sites/default/…

We’re growing universal child care in New York City, and we want to make sure it’s helping parents where and how the they it need most. Parents, please take the quick survey at nyc.gov/ParentSurvey so we can incorporate your personal experiences and preferences into our current and upcoming free child care programs.

A more equitable New York City starts with transparency and action. The Preliminary Citywide Racial Equity Plan outlines key efforts, ongoing challenges, and bold steps forward. Dive in and be part of the change: bit.ly/MOERJRacialEqu… #EquityInAction @EquityNYCGov

Spring is everywhere! Today's view of @prospect_park is filled with blossoms, and parks are in bloom across the city. Don't miss out on spring color! 🌺

Spring is arriving across NYC 🌸 Magnolias are beginning to bloom, and trees like crabapples, redbuds, and red maples are adding color to streets and parks across the five boroughs.

EXTENSION: The deadline for the open Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking an operator to create and manage the future Harlem African Burial Ground Cultural Education Center has been extended to May 4th! For those interested, visit: edc.nyc/operator-harle…

One day. Five boroughs. Endless ways to celebrate.   Car-Free Earth Day takes over NYC on April 25, 10AM-4PM. Join us across all five boroughs for free activities, performances, and streets without cars. For locations visit nyc.gov/carfreenyc

Here’s what you can do across NYC this weekend! Bike along our greenways, look for signs of spring, catch a fish, and more 🧵:

Take the train to the game! Tomorrow (Friday, April 3) at 11 a.m., the New York Transit Museum is celebrating the @Yankees Home Opener by offering Nostalgia Rides from Grand Central-42 St to Yankee Stadium aboard a 1917 IRT Lo-V train and the beloved Redbird ⚾

The goal was always simple: less traffic, better air. Now you’re seeing it in real time.

A home built by the community, for the community 🗽

A week ago, Etihad Park’s Topping Out Ceremony marked another historic step towards bringing The World’s Game to The World’s Borough 🗽

NYC sees safest first quarter ever for pedestrian, car or truck fatalities Vision Zero works. And we’re just getting started. nydailynews.com/2026/04/02/nyc…

Cleaner air is coming to the Bronx! We've used congestion pricing funds to replace 20 diesel powered food refrigeration units at Hunts Point Market with clean energy alternatives. This small change is the equivalent of removing 6,600 truck trips from the Cross Bronx Expressway.

The Draft Scope of Work comment period for the Brooklyn Marine Terminal project has been extended by the Mayor's Office of Environmental Coordination to May 8th. If you would like to comment on the project, please email Emily Spokowski at espokowski@moec.nyc.gov

🎡 This past weekend, we celebrated Coney Island’s Blessing of the Rides, marking the official start of the amusement park season! Coney Island is an epicenter for numerous visitors, & NYCEDC is proud to deliver high quality housing & infrastructure improvements across the area.