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Public Input Opportunity for NYC Environmental Justice Plan

Climate, News, Public Input /

As the City of New York develops its first comprehensive Environmental Justice Plan (the EJNYC Plan), the Mayor’s Office of Climate & Environmental Justice (MOCEJ) has launched a short questionnaire to gather input from New Yorkers on priority environmental justice concerns and potential solutions across the city. Responses will help identify gaps and inform the […]

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Sanitation Collection Changes for New Year’s Day, Wednesday, January 1, 2026

News, Sanitation /

The New York City Department of Sanitation announced that in observance of New Year’s Day, there will be NO trash, curbside composting nor recycling collection on Thursday, January 1, 2026. Residents should expect collection delays, as is common after holidays. Your patience is appreciated as DSNY works to collect the backlog of material. For questions

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Free Tax Prep Assistance to Begin in January 2026

Assistance Programs /

The NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) is starting the Free Tax Prep program in January 2026. This program assists low- and moderate-income New Yorkers in accessing tax benefits and avoiding predatory tax preparers. Last year alone, this program helped file over 101,000 tax returns, saving New Yorkers more than $33 million in

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Department of City Planning Releases 2025 Zoning Handbook

DCP /

The Department of City Planning (DCP) has released the 2025 New York City Zoning Handbook, an updated guide that reflects recent changes to the City’s zoning rules, including updates adopted through the City of Yes initiatives. First published in 1961 and updated periodically, the Zoning Handbook explains how zoning works in New York City and

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Christmas Tree Collection Now Part of Weekly Composting

Composting, Parks & Recreation, Sanitation /

Real Christmas trees and wreaths are now collected weekly at the curb on residents’ regular recycling and compost day. With the expansion of citywide curbside composting, residents no longer need to wait for a limited or special tree collection period. Undecorated real trees—without lights, ornaments, tinsel, stands, or plastic bags—may be placed at the curb

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Automated Camera Enforcement Begins on B60 and B68 Bus Routes

MTA, News /

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) will activate Automated Camera Enforcement (ACE) on the B60 and B68 bus routes starting December 8, 2025. A 60-day warning period will begin on that date, as required by New York State law. ACE uses bus-mounted cameras to enforce existing traffic laws on bus corridors. The system issues notices to

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Sanitation Collection Changes for Christmas Day, Wednesday, December 25, 2025

News, Sanitation /

The New York City Department of Sanitation announced that in observance of Christmas Day, Thursday, December 25, 2025, there will be NO trash, curbside composting nor recycling collection on the holiday. Residents should expect collection delays, as is common after holidays. Your patience is appreciated while DSNY works to collect the backlog of material. For

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2026 HOPE Night Is January 27 – Volunteers Needed!

DSS, News, Volunteer /

The Homeless Outreach Population Estimate (HOPE) is an annual survey conducted during the last 10 days in January to estimate the number of people experiencing unsheltered homelessness in New York City. The HOPE count provides critical data that helps shape how the City directs resources to address homelessness. The 2026 HOPE  survey will be conducted

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Apply for 2025-2026 HEAP Heating Assistance

Assistance Programs, News, Weather /

Starting December 1, 2025, New Yorkers can begin applying for heating assistance through the 2025-2026 Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) to help defray the cost of heating their homes during the winter. HEAP pays for fuel, utilities, and heating and cooling equipment repairs or replacement. Payments go directly to your utility company or energy provider.

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Bluebelt Anti-flooding Efforts in Prospect Park

News, Parks & Recreation, Prospect Park /

Mayor Adams, the Prospect Park Alliance, the Department of Environmental Protection, and the Department of Parks & Recreation have announced a $68 million dollar investment in Prospect Park to improve resilience and address flooding. This investment will transform Prospect Park into Brooklyn’s first Bluebelt. Improvements to the park’s landscaping and infrastructure will better facilitate the

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