New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA)

🎓 Congratulations to the 16 graduates of New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA)'s Childcare Business Pathways (CBP) program, the eighth cohort since 2016! This initiative, run by NYCHA’s Department of Resident Economic Empowerment & Sustainability (#REES), empowers residents to launch and grow successful home-based childcare businesses. Over 15 weeks, participants gain tools, training, and support to become licensed childcare providers, contributing to their communities and pursuing financial independence. Since its inception, 137 NYCHA residents and Section 8 voucher holders have graduated from CBP, with many now running thriving businesses. Special thanks to our partners— JPMorganChase Foundation, BOC Net, and others—for making this possible and to all who champion resident entrepreneurship. The ninth cohort begins Spring 2025, and we can’t wait to see even more success stories! 📢 Learn more about the program and its impact: https://lnkd.in/ehBp66v2 #NYCHApreneuers #NYCHAResidents

🏡 Transforming Todt Hill: A Sneak Peek into the Future of NYCHA Homes! Todt Hill Houses residents recently previewed a model apartment showcasing the top design options selected by the community for their future renovated homes. 🎨 This milestone is part of NYCHA’s Comprehensive Modernization program, an initiative that prioritizes resident input and invests in improving entire properties. From upgraded kitchens and bathrooms to modernized infrastructure, the renovations will create safer, more comfortable homes. 🏠✨ A $150M investment will renovate 7 buildings and 502 apartments, with construction slated to begin in early 2025. The journey of transforming Todt Hill is just one example of how NYCHA is working to bring brighter, healthier futures for our residents. “We’re excited to see our vision come to life,” said Michele Basic Moore, VP of Comprehensive Modernization. Residents, like Stephanie Figueroa, shared their excitement too: “It’s amazing to see my choices come to life!” “This is such a meaningful achievement for Todt Hill residents, as it gives them the opportunity to see firsthand what their future apartments will look like in just a few short years,” said Michele Basic Moore, Vice President of Comprehensive Modernization at NYCHA. “[...]These are homes residents can be comfortable, safe, and proud of.” Read more: https://on.nyc.gov/3B7Bl8u #NYCHA #CompMod #ResidentEngagement #AffordableHousing

Join NYCHA’s First-Time Homebuyer Seminar and get the tools you need to take the next step toward homeownership. 📅 Dates: December 10 & 11, 2024 ⏰ Time: 6 PM – 8 PM (both days required) 📍 Location: Virtual on Zoom 💡 What You'll Learn: - How mortgages work - Credit and budgeting tips - Assistance with down payments/closing costs - Personalized Home Buyer Action Plans 👨💼 Speakers include: A Homeownership Advisor, real estate attorney, lender, agent, and home inspector. 🔑 Get expert guidance, pre-approval negotiation tips, and access to valuable incentives. Learn more and register here: https://on.nyc.gov/3DcuBGM

ICYMI: New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) has officially introduced a state-of-the-art vacuum-powered trash system at Polo Grounds Towers in Harlem, making it the first public housing complex in the U.S. to adopt pneumatic technology for waste disposal and recycling! 🌍♻️ This innovative system will streamline waste collection, tackle rodent issues, and enhance recycling efforts for over 3,800 residents. It's not just about taking out the trash—it's about transforming how we think about sustainability and community impact. Here's what the system will achieve: ✅ Reduce manual waste transport, allowing staff to focus on composting and grounds care. ✅ Handle up to 5.5 tons of trash daily in enclosed, rodent-resistant containers. ✅ Expand recycling capabilities with designated metal, plastic, and glass bins. Video via CBS News 🌱 Learn more about how NYCHA is leading the way in sustainable public housing. #NYCHA #Sustainability

Celebrating Construction Progress at Reid Park Rock 🏡 On November 14, New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA)'s #PACT partners—BRP Companies, Fairstead and Urbane—hosted a tour at Rutland Towers to showcase improvements under a $635.6M PACT project in East Brooklyn. 🏗️ Under PACT, nearly 1,700 apartments will be fully rehabilitated for nearly 3,500 NYCHA residents living in the Reid Apartments consolidation, which includes Rutland Towers, and the Park Rock Consolidated bundle. Across the Reid and Park Rock project – consisting of 87 buildings throughout East Brooklyn – apartment kitchens and bathrooms will be fully renovated, buildings will receive facade repairs and new layered access systems, and common areas (including lobbies and outdoor spaces) will be upgraded extensively. Social services for the developments were expanded through a partnership with Black Veterans for Social Justice, which offers case management services to all households, including by supporting access to healthy food, employment opportunities, youth activities, and senior services. Together, we're creating safer, more vibrant communities! 🔗 https://on.nyc.gov/4fUXbeg #NYCHA #CapitalInvestment

🚨 Looking for a new job opportunity? Don't miss the next JobsNYC Hiring Hall in Manhattan! 📅 Thursday, December 12, 2024 ⏰ 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM 📍 Polo Grounds Cornerstone, 3005 8th Avenue, NY Offered: ✅ On-the-spot interviews with City and private employers ✅ Workforce development trainings and resources ✅ Access to benefits and career programs 📲 RSVP now: https://on.nyc.gov/3IQRGyq Need reasonable accommodations? Email jobsnyc@sbs.nyc.gov by December 6. Partners: NYC Department of Small Business Services, NYC Mayor's Office of Talent and Workforce Development, NYC Mayor's Public Engagement Unit, NYC Citywide Administrative Services, New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA), Office of Mayor-Elect Eric Adams #HiringHall #NYCJobs

🎤✨ Showcasing Talent, Creativity, and Community at NYCHA's Resident Talent Showcase Recently, New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) residents took center stage at the Perelman Performing Arts Center (PAC NYC) to showcase their incredible talents in music, songwriting, and fashion! Highlights included: 🎶 Vocal performances by fourth-grader Deslannie Bowal of Douglass Houses and Jennifer Miller of Isaacs Houses, who sang a gospel duet with her husband, Pastor Vincent Miller. 🎤 Original music by James Mitchell III of Lincoln Houses, whose heartfelt songs captivated the audience. 👗 Fashion designs by Rutgers Houses’ Lawrence Pizzi, showcasing his sustainable Zero Carbon Footprint line. “It was a stepping stone on my resume as an artist, definitely a mind-blowing moment and unbelievable and a memory I’ll never forget,” said James Mitchell III. "It’s one of those moments I’ll never forget. I was proud of myself. I got to reach an audience I didn’t know existed." The group closed out the showcase with a performance of the 1970s disco song “Native New Yorker.” 🎶 NYCHA’s "Resident Talent Showcase", made possible by #NYCHA, the Public Housing Community Fund, and Perelman Performing Arts Center (PAC NYC), provides a platform for residents to shine while offering free, public performances. We’re already looking forward to the next showcase this spring! 🌟 Full story: https://on.nyc.gov/3AZrrFU #NYCHAArts #NYCHAResidents

Berry Houses Receive Energy-Efficient Upgrades 🔥 New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) and New York Power Authority successfully partnered to install energy-efficient heating systems at Berry Houses on Staten Island! 🚪🏡 Over 875 residents in nearly 500 apartments will now benefit from reliable heat and hot water, just in time for winter. This $31M project replaces one of NYC’s oldest boiler plants, decentralizes hot water systems, and reduces annual carbon emissions by 800+ metric tons — equivalent to taking nearly 180 cars off the road. Learn more: https://on.nyc.gov/3Oj5WTv #Sustainability

.New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) is empowering residents to shape the future of their homes! 🏠 Throggs Neck Addition and Randall Avenue-Balcom Avenue developments are the next to hold official resident votes, allowing tenants to decide: ✅ Enter the Public Housing #PreservationTrust ✅ Join the #PACT program ✅ Remain under Section 9 housing Public engagement begins today, December 3, with 100 days to explore the options, followed by a 30-day voting period starting March 18, 2025. This process ensures resident voices are at the center of decisions that impact their homes. Learn more about the voting process and what it means for the future of #NYCHA developments: https://lnkd.in/e8uMmSYg #NYCHA #NYCHAVotes #AffordableHousing #ThroggsNeckAddition

Queens Borough President Donovan Richards has announced $1 million in funding to renovate the community center located on New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA)’s Pomonok campus. Managed by the Queens Community House (QCH), this vital community hub serves more than 450 residents daily, offering programs for older adults, after-school activities, job training, and food access initiatives. ⭐ The renovations will include a fully functional commercial kitchen, a new HVAC system, fire safety upgrades, and accessibility improvements to better support the diverse needs of the community. “This site, first and foremost, is a lifeline for the older adults of this community, offering a senior a space to come together to enrich their lives, and of course, our young people who depend on this center for after-school programming and job training,” said Richards. The project is part of a larger commitment, with Richards pledging an additional $4 million in future funding. Full story QNS: https://on.nyc.gov/49eNtkB #NYCHA