New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA)

During #WomensHistoryMonth, we celebrated the women who are leading the way at New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA)! Across the Authority, women have risen to leadership in traditionally male-dominated roles, including three of the Vice Presidents for Public Housing Operations — Neagia Drew in Queens/Staten Island, Angela Gadson in the Bronx, and Erenisse Tavarez in Manhattan. NYCHANow spoke with them about their mentors, how they empower others, and moving NYCHA forward together. Ms. Drew commented, "I came into this agency at a time when there weren’t a lot of women in leadership. Now that I’m coming to the height of my career, and to look out and see that there are other women across the table and we are making these decisions, it’s the best feeling in the world. It gives me the hope that I still have reach and still have places to go because of the women that are ahead of me." Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/e49SeWWk #NYCHALeadership #NYCHAEmployees

📢 Major Milestone for the Redevelopment of Fulton & Elliott-Chelsea Houses New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) and the NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development have released the Final Scope of Work & Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), marking a crucial step in the redevelopment of Fulton & Elliott-Chelsea Houses through the #PACT program. This project, informed by years of resident engagement, aims to: 🏡 Replace 2,056 aging units with new, enhanced homes 🏗️ Create up to 3,454 new mixed-income units 🛠️ Improve community spaces and essential building infrastructure 💬 Public Comment Period: Open through May 12 📅 Upcoming Public Meetings: 📍 April 16 (Virtual) – 4 PM 📍 April 23 (Fulton Senior Center) – 6 PM 📍 April 24 (Elliott-Chelsea Community Center) – 6:30 PM Learn more & submit feedback: https://lnkd.in/euGYuBsN #NYCHA #AffordableHousing #PublicHousing

New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) has been selected for the 2025 Lucy G. Moses Preservation Award by the The New York Landmarks Conservancy! Three of our historic restoration projects—Harlem River Houses, Nivola Horses at Stephen Wise Towers, and Exodus and Dance Frieze at Kingsborough Houses—are being recognized for their exceptional preservation efforts. We are proud of this accomplishment as these projects restored public art, improved accessibility, and revitalized open spaces, showcasing our commitment to preserving #NYCHA’s rich history while enhancing the quality of life for residents. 🏅 Join us in celebrating this achievement at the award ceremony on April 22 at the Edison Ballroom. Story credit Harlem World Magazine #NYCHAArts #AffordableHousing #PublicHousing

For 27 years, Serena has been a dedicated advocate for her community, leading initiatives from beautification projects to wellness programs and safety improvements. Whether through local gardens, youth programs, or historic preservation efforts, she’s shaping a stronger, more united Polo Grounds. “It’s not just my honor, I feel like it is my duty to fight so that Polo Grounds and the people who live, work, and visit here can move about safely, move about proudly, and can see that somebody cares,” she stated. “If I could stay in this position forever I would, because I enjoy it so much.” Read more about her journey and impact. 👇 🔗 https://on.nyc.gov/4c8MuE8 #NYCHAResidents #NYCHA #WomensHistoryMonth

After six months of on-the-job training, 15 #NYCHAResidents have completed the Heating Plant Technician Trainee Program, gaining essential skills to maintain NYCHA’s heat and hot water systems. 👏 “At NYCHA, we invest in training because a well-trained employee provides better service to our residents and the city at large, and strengthens our workforce. We’re grateful for public-private partnerships like this one between New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA), City Tech, CUNY, Con Edison, and the Public Housing Community Fund, to create on-the-job training opportunities for our residents and future colleagues.” — Dr. Tischelle George, Ed.D., Vice President, Learning and Development #NYCHA #PublicHousing

New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA)’s Environmental Health and Safety Department is sharing key tips to protect you and your loved ones: 📞 Save the Poison Help number: 1-800-222-1222. 🔍 Read labels carefully on cleaning products and meds. 👶 Store poisons out of reach of children. 🧼 Supervise kids using hand sanitizer. 📢 In case of exposure, call Poison Help immediately! 🔗 Learn more: https://on.nyc.gov/4hmImkH #PoisonPreventionWeek #NYCHA

New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) and partners have closed on financing for a $391 million #PACT project at Eastchester Gardens! 🎉 This milestone will bring much-needed renovations to 877 apartments, benefiting over 1,850 residents. Through the PACT program, the development has converted to Project-Based #Section8, unlocking funding for modernized homes, infrastructure upgrades, and quality-of-life improvements. With resident input, upgrades will include new kitchens, bathrooms, in-unit washer/dryers, high-speed internet, improved ventilation, security enhancements, and revitalized outdoor spaces. We’re proud to partner with MDG Design & Construction, Infinite Horizons, LLC, Wavecrest Management Team, and BronxWorks to deliver these comprehensive improvements. Construction is expected to take four years, ensuring long-term benefits for the Eastchester Gardens community. “Congratulations to the residents at Eastchester and our PACT partners for reaching this important milestone,” said NYCHA Executive Vice President for Real Estate Development Jonathan Gouveia. “Our partnership together ensures that Eastchester will be restored as a place of pride for the community and that the investments made reflect the priorities of the people who live there. This project is a great example of how collaboration can lead to real results for our NYCHA community.” Read the full press release here: https://lnkd.in/eiZNkGnh #NYCHA #PACT #AffordableHousing

💡 Are you a #NYCHApreneur with a bold business idea? The NYC Boss Up NYCHA 2025 Business Pitch Competition is your chance to win up to $20,000 to grow your business! 🚀 This initiative helps #NYCHAResidents and #Section8 voucher holders overcome barriers to funding and turn their entrepreneurial dreams into reality. 📅 Deadline: April 30 🔗 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/e8whp8aW #NYCHA #BossUpNYCHA #NYCHApreneuers

📢 Staten Island Job Seekers: Don’t Miss This Hiring Event! Looking for a new job or career resources? The Jobs NYC March Hiring Hall is heading to Staten Island! Meet with employers, explore workforce training programs, and connect with valuable career resources—all in one place. 📅 Date: Thursday, March 27 ⏰ Time: 10 AM – 2 PM (Doors close at 1:30 PM) 📍 Location: YMCA Gerard Carter Center, 230 Broad St, Staten Island ✅ What to expect: 🔹 On-the-spot interviews with private employers & NYC agencies 🔹 Information on job training & workforce programs 🔹 Access to career resources & public benefits 🎟️ Register here: https://on.nyc.gov/3R8S9Qz Hosted by: NYC Department of Small Business Services Workforce1 #JobsNYC #NYCJobs

Residents at Throggs Neck Addition and Randall Avenue-Balcom Avenue are making history! After 100 days of public engagement, voting is now open for residents to decide the future of their homes. Eligible residents can choose between: ✅ The NYC Public Housing #PreservationTrust ✅ The #PACT program ✅ Remaining Section 9 Voting is available online, by mail, or in person. This is a crucial moment for #NYCHA communities to shape their housing future—make your voice heard! Read the full press release here: https://lnkd.in/e-Reqwik #NYCHAVotes #PublicHousing