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City of New York hired Palacios as Senior Director, International MICE on Nov 1st 21'.
Martha Palacios, Senior Director, International MICE, Canada, LATAM & Europe: Palacios joined NYC & Company in November 2021 as Senior Director, International MICE, overseeing the Canadian, Latin American and European markets.
Jan 1, 2022 | travelweek.caCity of New York hired Magalie Austin as Executive Deputy Commissioner overseeing DDC’s Office of Diversity & Industry Relations, Human Resources and Staff Development/Training on May 6th 22'.
NYC Department of Design and Construction (DDC) Commissioner Thomas Foley today announced that Magalie Austin has been named Executive Deputy Commissioner.
Jan 1, 2022 | harlemworldmagazine.comCity of New York received award National Blue Ribbon Award on Jan 1st 22'.
Celebrating Community Excellence at P.S. 249 Only six NYC public schools received the National Blue Ribbon Award this year from the US Department of Education.
Jan 1, 2022 | thrivecollective.orgCity of New York partnered with Nike, Inc. on Jan 1st 19'.
In 2019, the City of New York partnered with the Nike enabling the sportswear company to use the city’s departmental likenesses on their merchandise.
Jan 1, 2022 | lse.ac.ukCity of New York launches interactive map of every single elevator
Roughly 4 years ago, the New York City Department of Buildings released an interactive map of every single elevator in the city—84,000 as of 2018.
Jan 1, 2021 | auditmate.comCity of New York launched Speed Camera program on Jan 1st 13'.
NYC DOT launched the Speed Camera program in 2013.
Jan 1, 2022 | newyorkparkingticket.comCity of New York launched DDC Mentoring Program on Nov 10th 21'.
On November 10, 2021, the Department of Design and Construction (DDC) announced the launch of a DDC Mentoring Program designed to support and increase business opportunities for Minority- and Women- Owned Business Enterprises (M/WBEs).
Jan 1, 2021 | citylandnyc.orgCity of New York launches borough-wide curbside composting program
Queens residents will see a major change to their weekly garbage pick-up schedule this fall when NYC introduces a borough-wide curbside composting program, which officials are saying will be the largest of its kind in the nation.
Jan 1, 2022 | timeout.comCity of New York received financing of $7M in federal Covid relief funding on Dec 2nd 20'.
Gov. Kim Reynolds and the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs today announced the launch of an Iowa Arts & Cultural Recovery Program, with the help of $7 million in federal Covid relief funding.
Dec 2, 2020 | quadcities.comCity of New York had issues with violating numerous environmental laws during construction on Apr 6th 22'.
For anyone who still thinks the ferry in Kaiser Park is a good idea, please be aware that on April 6, 2022, the NYC Economic Development Corporation and its contractors were fined $70,000 by the State of New York for violating numerous environmental laws during construction of the Coney Island Creek ferry landing.
Aug 15, 2022 | coneyislandhistory.orgCity of New York launches "Vegan Fridays" program
Similarly, the New York City public school system launched its "Vegan Fridays" program, providing one million students with free plant-based meals.
Sep 23, 2022 | thebeet.comCity of New York launched It's Time for New York City on Sep 12th 21'.
Last year, NYC & Company unveiled "It's Time for New York City", what it touts to be the largest-ever global tourism marketing campaign costing US$30 million.
Sep 11, 2022 | nosh-on-this.orgCity of New York launched 1-to-2-year e-scooter pilot on Feb 10th 21'.
On August 17, 2021, NYC DOT launched a 1-to-2-year e-scooter pilot in the East Bronx.
Mar 10, 2021 | bluesystems.ioCity of New York launches Cannabis NYC
The NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) launched Cannabis NYC to support the development of a thriving and equitable cannabis industry with first-of-its-kind support for aspiring cannabis entrepreneurs.
Oct 13, 2022 | brooklyneagle.comCity of New York launches Test to Treat program
The NYC Test & Treat Corps announced today that its first-in-the-nation mobile “Test to Treat” program will double in size over the next three weeks, expanding to 75 mobile units all of which will provide rapid antigen testing, PCR testing and on-site treatment by the end of October.
Oct 5, 2022 | nychealthandhospitals.orgCity of New York launches Savor NYC
NYC & Company, the official destination marketing organization and convention and visitors bureau for the five boroughs of New York City, has launched Savor NYC : a yearlong celebration of New York City’s dynamic culinary offerings, encouraging visitation to neighborhoods and dining enclaves across all five boroughs.
Oct 3, 2022 | ivoice.agencyCity of New York merges with East River Ferry
NYC Ferry, as the new ferry service was named, merged with the East River Ferry with the aim of growing into a network of routes serving all five boroughs.
Aug 3, 2022 | cssny.orgCity of New York launches several programs to address New Yorkers
NYC has launched several programs to address New Yorkers’ mental health needs in recent years, but according to a report by the Office of the Public Advocate, services are struggling to scale enough to reach those who need help.
Nov 23, 2022 | technyc.orgCity of New York launched It’s Time on Nov 2nd 22'.
NYC & Company recently rolled out the latest edition of ‘It’s Time for New York City’, the destination’s largest-ever global tourism marketing and advertising campaign.
Dec 2, 2022 | travelweek.caCity of New York launches ParkNYC app with a fresh look and features New Yorkers
Flowbird and the NYC DOT have launched the new ParkNYC app with a fresh look and features New Yorkers can benefit from.
Nov 24, 2022 | dsagencyny.comCentral Park Conservancy, Inc. partners with City of New York
The Central Park Conservancy, in partnership with the City of New York, broke ground commencing the construction of the Harlem Meer Center on the current site of Lasker Rink and Pool.
Dec 12, 2022 | thecitylife.orgCity of New York invests into assets : Orchard Beach Pavilion project in the amount of $87M in Bronx, New York, United States
Gilbane Building Company joined NYC Parks, NYC Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC), and Bronx elected and community officials, to break ground on the $87 million Orchard Beach Pavilion project to restore the historic 140,000 square foot space.
Dec 20, 2022 | prweb.comCity of New York launches Request for Proposals
NYC Parks has released a Request for Proposals (“RFP”) for the operation, maintenance, and development of a new café at Cadman Plaza Park in Downtown Brooklyn.
Dec 20, 2022 | thecitylife.orgCity of New York launches NYC Hotel Week
NYC & Company are pleased to announce the launch of NYC Hotel Week which marks the start of the NYC Winter Outing programme.
Dec 15, 2022 | visitusa.org.uk