New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA)

🔐 October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month! 🔐 This month, we’re focusing on three essential actions to help keep you safe online: STOP, LOOK, and THINK. In collaboration with the New York City Office of Technology & Innovation's Cyber Command, here are key steps to reduce risky online behavior: 🚫 STOP before clicking links or opening attachments. Phishing attacks remain a favorite tool of cyber criminals. Verify the sender and ensure the content is legitimate. 👀 LOOK for fake links by hovering over them, and always verify suspicious requests. 🤔 THINK before responding to unsolicited requests for sensitive information, and report suspicious activity immediately. In today’s digital age, protecting your data is more important than ever. Ensure your devices are up to date, use complex passwords, and consider adding layers of protection like fingerprint scanning or code verification. Stay vigilant and secure. Together, we can outsmart cyber criminals! https://on.nyc.gov/4dzr7ux #NYCHA #Cybersecurity

📢 Media Advisory New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA), NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development, and Neighborhood Restore HDFC are proud to announce the completion of 19 rehabilitated affordable homes for first-time homebuyers as part of the Small Homes Rehab-NYCHA Program. This initiative has restored 61 FHA homes across Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Queens, with 13 purchased by #NYCHA residents taking a major step toward homeownership. Join us as we celebrate this milestone for the rehabilitation of 19 affordable homes for first-time homebuyers 🏦 Who: NYCHA, HPD, and Neighborhood Restore HDFC 📍 Where: 146-23 176th Street, Queens, NY 11434 ⏲ When: Thursday, October 17, 2024, at 10 a.m. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e67gswYH #AffordableHousing

🚮✨ Exciting news! New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA)’s state-of-the-art trash terminal at the Polo Grounds is now live! This $31M vacuum-powered system will help eliminate rodents and pests. 🐀❌ With 150 horsepower fans, garbage from 31-story towers will be sucked through 20-inch steel pipes at speeds of up to 60 mph! 💨💼 Each week, 30 tons of trash will go directly into collection bins. The $31 million design-build construction project is set to enhance the quality of life for over 4,000 residents, improve working conditions for building staff, and save the Authority hundreds of thousands of dollars per year in operating costs by utilizing an underground pipe system to collect trash and recycling. This model has worked well in places like Roosevelt Island and Disney World, paving the way for future innovations at #NYCHA. Story and video from PIX11 #CleanNYCHA

🌱 Celebrating Impact: Green City Force Graduates Its 27th Cohort! 🎓 On September 9, Green City Force (GCF) proudly graduated its 27th cohort at CUNY LaGuardia Community College's Performing Arts Center. This remarkable group of young New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) residents, aged 18 to 24, completed a six-month service term focused on sustainability and green technologies. Through the AmeriCorps program, participants engaged in full-time service projects, gained valuable training, and received career placement assistance, all while earning a stipend. During their term, they harvested an impressive 12,000 pounds of organic produce for #NYCHA residents, processed over 33,000 pounds of waste into compost, and hosted 100+ community events at six urban farms across NYCHA developments. The celebration was filled with inspiring speeches, including a keynote by New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA)’s Farm Partnership Manager, John Lisbon, who shared a profound reflection: “It is the selfless person that plants the tree whose shade they will never sit under.” 🌳 Special thanks to our partners and all who attended, including New York State Senator Kristen Gonzalez and Con Edison’s Jen Hensley. 🎉 Learn more about the graduation and the impact of Cohort 27 here: https://lnkd.in/gPZKApi7 For more information about NYCHA’s Farms and Gardens team, contact gardens@nycha.nyc.gov. #Sustainability #NYCHAYouth

🚀 Empowering the Next Generation of #NYCHA Leaders! 🚀 On August 20, New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) launched the second cohort of its Coaching and Mentoring Leadership Academy (CMLA), a 16-week program designed to enhance leadership and management skills across the Authority. From in-person training sessions to one-on-one mentorship, CMLA equips participants with the tools they need to thrive in their roles. The program, initiated by Yvette Andino and Cherry McCutchen, aims to break down silos, foster knowledge-sharing, and create strong networks across NYCHA. Whether you’re a supervisor or assistant manager, CMLA offers the opportunity to grow and make a lasting impact. Read more: https://on.nyc.gov/3YiFdfE

🔥 October is Fire Prevention Month! 🔥 New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA)'s Fire Safety Department is committed to keeping residents safe by providing essential fire safety tips. Do you know how to properly use a fire extinguisher or create an effective escape plan? Here are some key tips 👇 🧯 Fire Extinguishers: P.A.S.S. – Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep! Know your extinguisher's class (A, B, or C) to tackle different types of fires. Keep your extinguisher easily accessible in case of emergency. 🏃♂️ Escape Plans: Plan and practice two escape routes from each room. Ensure hallways and exits are clutter-free. Make your drills realistic, especially at night. Taking proactive steps today can make all the difference during an emergency. Stay prepared and stay safe, NYCHA residents! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eFmgY-yU #FirePreventionMonth #NYCHA

#NYCHA Pest Management Head Among Speakers at National Urban Rat Summit 🐀 New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA)'s Vice President of Pest Management, Josephine Bartlett, was a featured speaker at the first-ever National Urban Rat Summit, held in partnership with NYC's Department of Health and Cornell University's Integrated Pest Management Program. This landmark event brought together experts from across the country to share innovative solutions for urban rat mitigation. NYCHA has made significant progress in reducing rat populations, with a 62% decrease in rodent burrows at developments in the City's Neighborhood Rat Reduction Plan since 2018. Our integrated pest management strategy continues to evolve with environmental practices, such as using carbon dioxide machines and sensor-equipped traps. “This collaborative, science-based approach to New York City’s rat mitigation, along with the tremendous efforts from city agencies, will ensure an improved quality of life for all New Yorkers,” said NYCHA CEO Lisa Bova-Hiatt. Ms. Bartlett noted, “We heard from many experts about different topics, from reducing our dependence on second-generation pesticides to using sensors as a monitoring tool and rat-born illnesses. It got the whole NYCHA team thinking about new approaches we want to tackle, and we are excited to do so.” Full story: https://on.nyc.gov/3BLTfNG #CleanNYCHA

🚀 #NYCHA Staff Boosts Inspection Scores Across NYC! 🏢 New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA)’s Operations team has made incredible strides preparing for HUD’s new #NSPIRE inspection standards, which prioritize resident health and safety. After intensive training and rigorous inspections, NYCHA’s average score jumped from 35 in 2022/2023 to 63 in 2024 – a major achievement recognized by HUD! 🎉 Outstanding NSPIRE scores by borough: 📍 Queens/Staten Island: Latimer Gardens (93), Woodside (90), South Jamaica (87) 📍 Brooklyn: Glenwood (89), Gowanus (86), Hylan (86) 📍 Bronx: Marble Hill (83), Soundview (82) 📍 Manhattan: Wald Houses (88), Carver (84), Straus (81) Developments scoring 80+ will have reduced inspection frequency, with 25 properties skipping 2025 inspections! As we gear up for 2025, Operations continues its focus on year-round maintenance, repairs, and improving the quality of life for residents. 👏 A huge thanks to all NYCHA staff for their dedication and hard work! Full story: https://on.nyc.gov/4gXTwNE #ApartmentInspections

Acting HUD Secretary Adrianne Todman Visits Brooklyn #NYCHA Development, Announces New Funding On Monday, Acting U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Secretary Adrianne Todman, alongside New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) CEO Lisa Bova-Hiatt, visited the Berry Street Houses in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. During her visit, Secretary Todman announced significant new funding to enhance public housing in NYC: 1️⃣ $37 million for new Tenant Protection Vouchers to assist families with repairs 2️⃣ $7.5 million for lead abatement efforts 3️⃣ A new policy to expand solar energy across NYCHA developments 🌞 This is part of HUD's broader $1 billion Green and Resilient Retrofit Program, aimed at making affordable homes more sustainable, energy-efficient, and climate-resilient. These vital investments will ensure a greener and safer future for NYCHA residents. 💚🏠 A big thank you to our partners at HUD for their continued support in transforming public housing for the better! Full story PIX11: https://on.nyc.gov/4eH1vwS #AffordableHousing

NYC Department of Parks & Recreation & New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) Celebrate Open Space Improvements at Sotomayor Houses in the Bronx 🌟 NYC Parks and #NYCHA have officially unveiled the revitalized open space at Sotomayor Houses in Soundview, Bronx! This $1.9M project brings new ADA-accessible play equipment, water play features, game tables, a seating area, and other amenities to the 9,900-square-foot playground, enhancing quality of life for the 3,500 residents. Part of a $23M initiative to renovate playgrounds and open spaces across six NYCHA developments, the project also includes new landscaping, security lighting, and upgraded drainage systems. Special thanks to NYC Parks Commissioner Susan Donoghue, NYCHA CEO Lisa Bova-Hiatt, and other partners for their commitment to this community. Bronx Borough President Hon. Vanessa L. Gibson, MPA (She, Her, Hers, Ella) noted, "This project is not just about building playgrounds; it's about building stronger, healthier communities for the residents of Sotomayor Houses and the surrounding Soundview neighborhood. I want to thank New York City Parks, the New York City Housing Authority, Community Board 9 and all of my colleagues in government who helped to bring this important project to fruition.” #NYCHAPlaygrounds