Credit: The Trust for Governors Island Successful respondents to expand visitor amenities to support year-round access while renovating and activating vacant historic assets  The Trust for Governors Island today released two Request for Proposals (RFPs) inviting operators of event, food and beverage, and hospitality venues to ground lease, redevelop andContinue Reading

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Photo by Quintin Gellar on Pexels.com NYC Department of Design and Construction (DDC) Commissioner Thomas Foley announced today that DDC has established City government’s first Pre-Qualified List (PQL) that is limited to M/WBE (Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprises) general contractors. Firms on the list have the exclusive right to bidContinue Reading

Photo: MTA Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) New York City Transit (NYC Transit) President Richard Davey has announced four appointments to the agency’s leadership team.   “I am thrilled to add this strong and impressive group of professionals to the leadership of NYC Transit,” said NYC Transit President Richard Davey. “Their diverse experiences, knowledge,Continue Reading

Mayor Adams, NYCEDC, NYCDOT, Manhattan Borough President, and Hudson Square BID cut the ribbon on completed improvements to Hudson Street Streetscape and Street Safety Improvements Include Widened Sidewalks, Parking-Protected Bike Lanes, Unique Green Space Transformation Marks Completion of BID’s 10-Year Master Plan to Turn a “Place for Cars” Into aContinue Reading

Approximately 400 Entry-Level Law Enforcement Positions at DEC, State Parks, SUNY Anticipated Statewide Over Next Year Applicants Can Apply Online to Take the Exam Through August 3  Announcement Follows Commitment by Governor to Maintain Public Safety, Improve Diversity Among Law Enforcement Ranks Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the application period is now open for NewContinue Reading

New Yorkers Invited to Provide Input to Further Strengthen Protections Feedback Form Available Here Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the New York State Department of Labor will update its nation-leading sexual harassment prevention policy. The Department is inviting New Yorkers to provide input to further strengthen workplace protections. This builds on the Governor’s ongoing efforts toContinue Reading

Violinist Jesus Saenz performing Frank SInatra’s “New York, New York” at the 2022 Business Elite’s “40 Under 40” Gala Dinner at the historic luxurious “St. Regis New York” Hotel in Manhattan, New York. Business Elite Awards – recognize the talent of the most successful business leaders worldwide and connects them via networking.Continue Reading

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Photo by Cyril Caiazzo on Pexels.com Legislation (S.9096/A.10078) Gives More Than 3,700 New York Businesses with an Unpaid Balance the Opportunity to Return to NYSIF, Generating Millions in Potential Savings  Governor Kathy Hochul announced that she has signed legislation restoring the ability of thousands of New York businesses to accessContinue Reading

Small Businesses with 100 or Fewer Employees May Receive Tax Credits for Costs Incurred to Increase COVID-19 Safety  Screening Tool Available Here Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the opening of the initial intake tool to help small businesses determine their eligibility for the COVID-19 Capital Costs Tax Credit Program. The $250Continue Reading