New York City Mayor Eric Adams is expected to announce Monday the creation of a panel of advisers on Jewish-related issues. New York City, as a whole, is better off today because Lorraine Grillo brought her invaluable expertise and inimitable work ethic to this administration and served the people of this great city, said Mayor Adams. Later on, we know that the police and the UFT and others have signed a collective bargaining agreement. Commissioner. Question: In terms of insurance, how does that play into it, like if people have private insurance, Medicaid, Medicare? (For more information on how the dancing is different, visit theModern Squares?in the main menu.). It makes no sense to me that working people, especially some of the lowest paid city workers that I represent, people of color who have sacrificed so much, will have to pay to get that inequity in the system. I want to thank the Council Speaker Adams, Council Members Schulman and Narcisse for their support. Anti-vaccine activists are inciting violence against their foes, experts say. You've been going around the country speaking about this issue, so thank you so much for everything you've done. First Deputy Mayor Grillo: Oh my goodness. Here in New York City, we believe that healthcare is a human right, not a privilege, something that Dr. Vasan reminds us of every day. Adams said he needed to talk her into dealing with the "press of this city.". New York, NY 10001 Howard Rothschild, President, Realty Advisory Board on Labor Relations: Thank you, Manny. (. I thank New York City for being the first to pass this, but I figure this is going to be a domino effect around the whole country, and we going to see one by one fall in line. The plan is now delayed due to a lack of public funding and community buy-in. Just five years ago, that figure was $6 billion. As NYC lifeguard shortage lingers, task force lacks key member: their union. She had her sneakers on and she says, "Eric, let's get this done. Oh my God. Oh, thank you, sir. The cost of healthcare has been skyrocketing, and what I don't want to do is sit across the table fromManny and other union leaders and have to sacrifice healthcare or wages. One year ago, Adams met with 55 women rabbis and cantors who were concerned that the Adams administration wasnt consulting with Jewish groups and leaders outside of the Orthodox community. who were concerned that the Adams administration wasnt consulting with Jewish groups and leaders outside of the Orthodox community. By remaining on this website, you indicate your consent. Carone a former partner at a Brooklyn law firm who also served as a commissioner on the Taxi and Limousine Commission announced in September his intentions to leave public life. And today, I'm excited to announce that starting January, Sheena Wright, my deputy mayor for strategic initiatives, will be our next first deputy mayor of the City of New It was a privilege to serve alongside her and I will carry many lessons with me that I learned from working with her lessons about being pragmatic, about being a leader, and about being empathetic and big hearted. Bowens: And obviously so much of what happens, you go in with an agenda, but there's so many external issues, whether it's the migrant crisis, the inflation, economics, where do you see room for improvement that you would like to see this administration get done in the next few months? Now it is my pleasure, I get the honor of introducing someone who's been fighting for so long for this and that is musical legend Fat Joe. I'm still all the way up. We believe that unity of spirit and diversity of thought are essential as we write a new chapter in our great city.. I just want to say something. That's what we're doing here because unaffordable healthcare means a lack of vital coverage. Shanna currently serves Adams Chief of Staff Frank Carone revealed in September that hed go around the end of this year. Something that Deputy Mayor Williams-Isom reminded me of, that when we look at economic challenges that people are facing and hardships, their healthcare and This Office of Healthcare Accountability will help bring transparency to our healthcare system and ensure that New Yorkers know how much care costs. Mayor Adams: I decided I wanted theme music from now on when I come on. Yes. Councilwoman Julie Menin: Thank you so much, mayor. Not only is she a consummate professional whose work ethic is unquestionable and accomplishments many, but she is also a deeply compassionate and courageous leader whose loyalty to her team and colleagues is legendary. Adams said Wright was a "steady hand" with a "cool head," crediting her with ensuring nonprofit groups were paid on time a persistent complaint under former Mayor Bill de Blasio and expanding the youth summer jobs program. The Adams campaign has remained confident that once the absentee votes are counted, Adams will be declared the winner. Look, folks, the math for city workers is very stark. In an interview, the House Speaker suggested that the GOP will back someone else next year. There is a publication called Square Time that dancers can subscribe to. We invite people to come and see what modern square dancing is all about as it is quite different from traditional square dancing. Hi Ingrid. We came in with a real agenda of bringing down these shootings, bringing down the homicides. Email dcruz@nypublicradio.org or Signal 914-698-6216. New York City Mayor Eric Adams is expected to announce Monday the creation of a panel of advisers on Jewish-related issues. If there are any followup questions, you could speak to our press team. I think that the administration has done extraordinary work, particularly when you look at the asylum crisis that we've been dealing with. Hospital accountability is the key, first step to healthcare affordability for tens of thousands of 32BJ members and millions of New Yorkers. Hunter Biden allegedly told a Chinese colleague in 2017 that his father and every person he knows would hold a grudge if a deal didnt go through. Okay. (Laughter.) This is a big step for our great city. I mean, it's quite a bill. New York City Mayor Eric Adams appoints first Black woman t In September, the Daily News first reported that Grillo was likely to step down; Politico confirmed that when it reported early Friday morning that Grillo would formally announce her resignation. 2023 All Rights Reserved. As chief of staff, she will effectively serve as Adams' gatekeeper, holding influence over who will get the mayor's ear. I cannot tell you how excited I am to be here for this very special moment. And we love you, and we wanted you to have a little bit of fun. The South Carolinian cant afford to get outflanked on the right in Iowa in eagerness to ban as many abortions as possible. +++. New YorkMagazine. Community Input Is Not Always What Democracy Looks Like. Its a cesspool.. It was a question mark lingering over what was going to happen in this city. Let me too thank the mayor for his leadership, and thank Councilwoman Menin for not only ushering, but actually leading the fight on behalf of working people, and my friend Manny for the partnership. Now what happens when the hospitals put up their prices? According to sources, possible replacements for Carone include Wright; James Oddo, who serves as chief of staff to Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi; Tiffany Raspberry, senior advisor for external affairs; and Camille Joseph Varlack, a partner at the law firm Bradford Edwards & Varlack. Mayor Adams: The whole thing we have of GSD, get stuff done, right? It is now my honor to introduce someone who works so hard on behalf of all New Yorkers, including the millions of immigrant New Yorkers and Filipino New Yorkers who make this city their home, Deputy Mayor Maria Torres-Springer. Adams, who has for months been questioning ranked-choice voting his allies sued to stop it from being implemented, and he invoked Jim Crow when describing Garcia and Andrew Yangs campaigning together, a common practice in such races cried foul. Lewis-Martin: Oh no, I'm going to call Lorraine. City of New York. There were primary races for 21 of the 51 New York City Council districts, with Yusef Salaam declaring victory in the contested Democratic primary in the 9th District. This website stores data such as cookies to enable essential site functionality, as well as marketing, personalization, and analytics. We have a phenomenal partnership, and I really want to thank them for everything and all of the partners in labor who have helped us along the way. The Garcia, Wiley, and Adams campaigns have already lawyered up. A week after Election Day, the board announced a preliminary tally of the results. She brought her wisdom, toughness, and no-nonsense attitude to her work at City Hall. I don't understand. *Sorry, there was a problem signing you up. That is really a testament to the unifying message of this bill. New York City Mayor Eric Adams delivers an address at City Hall in lower Manhattan, New York on Friday, October 7, 2022. Its a setback for Ken Paxton and other state-level Republicans who are constantly in court challenging administration policies. Eisdorfer was named to the New York Jewish Weeks 36 to Watch list in 2022. I really come from New York City. We believe we're going to make inroads. There are no square dance competitions or exams. Now that the question of initial tallies has been resolved, it seems likely that we are heading into a long, hot summer of lawsuits and recriminations. It's frustrating as a New Yorker. First up: Youth jobs, migrant families. Mayor Adams: Okay. Bowens: And Lorraine, it's just us up here. I can't imagine you being frustrated. I remember on the campaign trail looking at how important this issue is for our members, transparency. Vicki Been. Scotto: Hi, mayor. You got to understand, as a child of the '80s, to say that next to Fat Joe, what an exciting moment that is personally for me. Come on, Manny. The Hall is an excellent facility that provides two floors for dancing, if needed, and the use of a kitchen for our party nights. Manny Pastreich, President, 32BJ SEIU: All right. She has overtly and indirectly impacted and improved the lives of a generation of New Yorkers, and I add my personal deep appreciation along with all New Yorkers for a job extremely well done. Before being appointed first deputy mayor, Grillo was appointed as the first-ever pandemic Recovery Czar, leading strategy and planning efforts while coordinating across the public and private sector to ensure a strong comeback for New York City. From spearheading our recovery, to helping those seeking asylum, to ensuring equity is at the center of the work being done I look forward to seeing how this administration will build on the progress weve made to continue bettering the lives of every New Yorker. Lorraine once remarked, I build things; thats what I do, said Deputy Mayor for Health and Human Services Anne Williams-Isom. Bowens: From the outside looking in, you've been in the position for about a year. Deputy Mayor, Housing & Economic Development. (New York Jewish Week) Mayor Eric Adams has launched an inaugural Jewish Advisory Council which will be composed of 37 prominent leaders of the citys Jewish diverse community. If you are wondering how, say, the Bronx where Republicans make up just 3 percent of the population could find an offices worth of qualified Republican staffers well. The structure of the Board of Election is not conducive to efficiency in terms of its personnel and hiring, and that translated into a less-than-optimal work performance by the staff, said Douglas Kellner, a former BOE commissioner who is the current co-chair of the State Board of Elections and someone who has a remarkable talent for deadpan understatement. Over this last year, First Deputy Mayor Grillo led a historic group of women Deputy Mayors to get stuff done and helped us write the first chapter of the Adams Administration, Wright said in a written statement released by the mayors office. His first main task as the Budget Director for the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) was negotiating labor contracts that previous mayor, Michael Bloomberg, had left expire for years. Its Not Working. 2023 jewish telegraphic agency all rights reserved. COVID has affected our club activities as it has most everything else. Some things are not up and running yet as before (for example, the Square Time publication is only on-line at present). We require proof of at least three vaccinations and, though not mandatory, we encourage dancers to wear masks for the time being. Michael Mogul, who's not here, and Kyle Bragg, who also instrumental in putting this together. Some key takeaways from the tragedy, including the fateful warnings about, Freedom Caucus Mulls Ejecting MTG for Loyalty to McCarthy. Its important that both pieces are there, and that the council is representative of so many different parts of the Jewish community. We have a party night nearly every month Halloween, Christmas, Valentines Day, etc. Chief of Staff. Lewis-Martin: Well, on behalf of the staff, Lorraine, I sincerely thank you. "My heart breaks that we're losing him.". Kathy Governor Hochul has been amazing. Mayor Adams: Yes. Garcia went upstate with her family and made some overdue repairs to her Park Slope home. So the insurance companies, we know that the hospital prices are what are driving up the healthcare prices. I want to thank him for supporting this bill and the help that his administration gave each and every step of the way. Scotto: Really? Subscribe to our e-alerts to stay up-to-date on new publications and the latest insights from CBC. Thank you for subscribing and supporting our journalism. First Deputy Mayor Grillo: I think we were actually. This is just a great day for all New Yorkers. So we've been going all over the country fighting for the patients. It is not a typical day in New York that the City Council decides 50 to zero on something. And this is the Steph Curry here. We hope so. Councilwoman Julie Menin: Sure. Former federal politician Olivia Chow will be Torontos first Asian-Canadian mayor after earning a narrow victory in Mondays municipal election. Jennifer Jen Johnson was appointed deputy mayor of education, youth, and human services by Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson. All right. She also built strong teams and better managers. I look forward to all of the ideas she brings to us continuously of how to address these major issues that are facing our city. The Amish is in on this. In remarks, Varlack said her vision for helping New Yorkers achieve the American dream aligned with the mayor's. (Michael Appleton/NYC Mayor's Office). First Deputy Mayor Grillo: Oh my goodness. Scotto: This is a big deal. The voters like it. She previously ran for mayor in I mean, the next few weeks, few months. The other thing that makes me really proud, because of my background, is I put together a team to do what we call capital process reform. Deputy Mayor Maria Torres-Springer, Economic and Workforce Development: Thank you, Commissioner. [11][12] Under de Blasio and Fuleihan, the budget of New York City has grown from $72 billion to $85 billion. WebThe current mayor is Eric Adams, who was elected on November 2, 2021, and took office shortly after midnight on January 1, 2022. So Why Wont Albany Act? Through your decades of service to New York City, you helped build schools, helped the city recover from Hurricane Sandy, helped navigate through COVID-19, and worked toward an equitable economic recovery for all New Yorkers. She is the first Filipino-American to occupy such an important position. I represent all sorts of employers in New York City. From the top of the Bronx to the bottom of Staten Island, the work and contributions of our Jewish brothers and sisters are felt across all five boroughs. The BOE is one of the last vestiges of the old machinery in New York; each borough party gets to appoint two commissioners, who are then in charge of hiring staff. The Adams administration is zeroing in on a replacement for outgoing NYPD Commissioner Keechant Sewell ahead of her last day Friday with First Deputy [13][14][15], In late November, 2017, First Deputy Mayor Anthony Shorris announced he would step down from his post,[16] and de Blasio offered the job to Fuleihan, who accepted the role as First Deputy Mayor effective January, 2018. New York; World Report; Business News; Coronavirus; Chow, 66, will be the first woman to serve as mayor since Barbara Hall in 1997. When you see people walking around the street right outside Gracie Mansion, and they're walking with a limp, nine times out of 10, they're scared to go to the hospital because they know they can't afford the price. Because if you are truly for the people, if you are truly for American people, then you stand with healthcare transparency. WebEdward A. Caban. I like to thank the mayor. But so was the idea that the son of King Charles would drop a tell-all memoir. First Deputy Mayor Lorraine Grillo. Keeping McCarthy in fear and doubt is essential to the turbulent conservatives, and MTGs loyal friendship with him deeply annoys them. That is money we could use for affordable housing, for education, for so many other vital needs. Philip Banks III, the deputy mayor for public safety, began giving widely publicized (Laughter.) It's a lot of fun to be around, works hard and 24/7, never sleeps. Then we want to make sure we deal with all of these predatory crimes and get our economy back. I mean, there's always something out there. It is placing money in a system that is not always fair and transparent. Mayor Adams: Where you from? It was a difficult moment for us because the conversations between someone we consider a friend, like mayor of the City of New York, the City Council, about the physical stability of the city was how much money is available for wages? Updates came slowly through social media. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google, Congestion Pricing Is Really, Finally, Actually Happening. I cannot thank enough both the speaker, but most importantly, someone who's continued to just bring great ideas to our city through her government service, not only as a former commissioner, but now as a council member. We know that many working New Yorkers are struggling and living from paycheck to paycheck. At another New York City hospital, you will pay $2,000. Nice to have you on Good Day. 2023 Vox Media, LLC. 2015 All Rights Reserved, NYC is a trademark and service mark of the City of New York. Henry Garrido, Executive Director, District Council 37 : Thank you, Mr. Mayor. History In 1665, Governor Richard Nicolls Resize. We came in with the uncertainties of our schools being open and the noise from so many that was trying to give direction and instructions that we knew we had to push against," Adams, flanked by staff, said during a City Hall press conference. The Advertizing and Publicity persons are Doug & Gloria Bateman. Make a donation now to support independent Jewish journalism in New York. First of all, I really want to thank the mayor for signing this bill. Wiley went to Fire Island. Question: I wonder what [inaudible] think about the city [inaudible]? The cost could be huge. "I've got to make a lot of decisions and drive execution of all of the things," Wright told Neighbors on a phone call this spring. He's got a great personality. Heres Every Single Lie Told by George Santos. NEW YORK - New York Citys First Deputy Mayor Lorraine Grillo has announced she is stepping down and will leave her post at the end of the year. Eventually, the agency released a statement blaming human error before taking the results page down and announcing that it was going to run the tallies again, this time with the dummy ballots removed. Maya Wiley was close behind. Scotto: She currently leads a historic team of four deputy mayors all of them women. (New York City Mayor's Office). She knows how to cut through it. This improved transparency in hospital prices will allow for more informed decisions and better outcomes. Thanks to the council. We wish her all the best and will miss her deeply. Public service has been my lifes work and it has been the honor of a lifetime to serve in the Adams administration in this capacity, said First Deputy Mayor Grillo. The Swinging Swallows gather on Thursday evenings to start dancing at 7:00 pm. My deepest thanks to the mayor for his leadership on this, Councilwoman Menin, President Manny Pastreich, you carried the torch from Kyle Bragg brilliantly, and President Garrido for all of your critical leadership on this issue. With antisemitic crimes up across the nation, our newly-formed Jewish Advisory Council will ensure that Jewish New Yorkers in every community have a seat at the table and have access to the support and resources the city offers.. That's a key thing here. Our Jewish community the largest in the world outside of Israel is a critical part of New York City, Adams said in the press release. Terms of Service apply. Guy Velella was the kind of colorful politician who represents a different era in New York City. First Deputy Mayor Grillo: It will be opened later in the office. But I want to start by thanking you, Mayor Adams, for hosting us today, but really for ushering this legislation to reality. I look forward to working with the First Deputy Mayor over the coming weeks to continue to get stuff done and will miss her terribly when she departs. First Deputy Mayor Lorraine Grillos contributions to this administration and our city over the last three decades are truly immeasurable, said Deputy Mayor for Strategic Initiatives Sheena Wright. Grillo's direct reports include Deputy Mayors for Manny, you up next, bro. The Swinging Swallows Square Dance Club is a registered not-for-profit Ottawa Valley organization. Henry, we talked about this, Manny, Kyle, who is no longer with the union, but this is something that we talked about for some time. By Mila Koumpilova. It's because the cost of hospitalization has gone up tremendously. Theyve already lost their Spotify partnership, and if they cant produce some TV hits, their Netflix deal may be next. Bowens: What's it like working? Our membership is quite varied in ages and abilities with everyone enjoying the fun and friendships that are offered. According to the Anti-Defamation League, antisemitic hate crimes in the city rose 39% from 2021 to 2022, though they are lower so far through the same period in 2023. The First Deputy Mayor works to advance policy matters, coordinate operational efforts across the Citys public agencies, improve access to services for all New Yorkers, and ensure agencies are run effectively and compassionately. City Hall The council which, according to the mayors office, is the first of its kind to be called together by the city comes after a period in which reports of antisemitism appeared to be on the rise. [6][3][7], Fuleihan earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in economics from Alfred University and studied public finance at the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs at Syracuse University. unveiling plans for the CUNY Brookdale Campus. I love it. They saw a 5 percent reduction. Supreme Court Says Texas Cant Boss Biden Around on Deportation Policy. I believe we averted that crisis by smart decisions. What can we do? Why would I go to this hospital, where the MRI costs $4,000, when I could go across the street where it costs $1,500. Under Adams, she took on a much more important role, spearheading his efforts to make government more efficient and serving as a key advisor as he became acclimated to the new job during his first year in office as mayor. Varlack, who will take over for Carone, currently serves as a senior adviser to the mayor. Want more stories like this one? facebook.com/swingingSwallows. The Supreme Court Rejects a Lunatic Legal Theory of Elections. You've probably heard me testify before and say publicly how it's possible that a Covid test in one hospital system is costing us over $1,000 for the same box that you can normally get for free or you could get for $40 bucks at CVS. And the typical voter isnt sitting at home, waiting for intermediate results. The board isnt even the referee; its members are simply the people who change the numbers on the scoreboard. Criminal And guess who's here this morning? Happy to answer that. This is my cool mom moment that I get to introduce you. Over this last year, First Deputy Mayor Grillo led a historic group of women Deputy Mayors to get stuff done and helped us write the first chapter of the Adams Administration.
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