Dear Fellow New Yorker,

This past week, Mayor Adams released the "Best Budget Ever", a balanced, $115.1 billion Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Executive Budget that makes new investments in a safer, more affordable city that is the best place to raise a family. Through strong fiscal management, the Adams administration has, once again, set the table for strategic investments that protect funding for critical services, invests in public safety by allocating funding for key criminal justice reform programs, and puts the New York City Police Department (NYPD) on track to reach a uniformed headcount of up to 35,000 officers by the fall of 2026.

This past week, CAU marked NYC Day of Prayer, which coincided with the National Day of Prayer. CAU attended Day of Prayer events at houses of worship throughout the five boroughs, and presented citations of recognition on behalf of Mayor Adams. Here in New York City, we are proud to celebrate faith and the role it plays in building and strengthening our communities.

April was Arab-American Heritage Month. Mayor Adams hosted an Arab-American business roundtable this past week, which provided an opportunity to meet with community leaders and members of all faiths to discuss ways we can continue serving our city together. Thank you to the leaders who joined us at City Hall. We look forward to continuing our support for their growing businesses. 

Mayor Adams also hosted the first-ever reception to celebrate Vaisakhi at Gracie Mansion this past week. Vaisakhi is a holiday observed by our Sikh brothers and sisters to mark the creation of the Khalsa by the 10th Guru in 1699, and is also celebrated by our Panjabi community to mark harvest time. We honor the Sikh community’s commitment to service and their contributions to this city. 

Happy Cinco de Mayo! Cinco de Mayo is a joyful celebration that brings all people together to honor Mexican heritage and resilience. Today, Mayor Adams delivered remarks at a flag-raising ceremony for Mexico.

Finally, wishing all mothers in NYC a Happy Mother's Day this weekend! 

For the latest updates, please follow CAU on Twitter and Facebook, and be sure to check out the Mayor's "Week In Review" video below.

All the best,

Fred Kreizman

Commissioner, Community Affairs Unit

Office of the Mayor

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Celebrate NYC Small Business Month with Small Business Services (SBS)

May is NYC Small Business Month. Click here to view Small business events happening in New York City throughout the month of May. On Thursday, May 29th, SBS is also hosting the NYC Small Business Month Expo to provide a variety of free information, resources, and direct services that address the needs of small business owners of all stages, industries, and boroughs. Click here to register. 

NYC Cultural Affairs Cultural Development Fund Application 

The Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA) has launched the Fiscal Year 2026 Cultural Development Fund (CDF) application for New York City not-for-profit arts and cultural organizations. The Cultural Development Fund (CDF) is DCLA’s competitive, peer-evaluated grant process that supports a broad, multidisciplinary group of diverse non-profit organizations for their cultural services to city residents. Potential applicants are encouraged to register for a CDF webinar for more information about the application process. More information, including eligibility criteria and the webinar schedule, is available at nyc.gov/CDFapply. 

NYC Homeowners: How to Avoid a Lien Sale
Thousands of NYC homeowners are at risk of a lien sale due to unpaid property taxes, water
and sewer charges, or other property-related fees. Fortunately, there are options available to
help protect your home. Eligible homeowners can apply for property tax exemptions or set up
payment plans to manage outstanding balances.

To avoid a lien sale, homeowners must take action by May 19.

Visit nyc.gov/liensale for more information, or call 311 for assistance

In case you missed it:

Highlights From the City Hall Press Office:

Mayor Adams Launches "SilentShield," Investing $1.6 Million in Technology to Immediately Connect Bodega Owners to NYPD in Emergencies

Mayor Eric Adams announced $1.6 million in funding to equip an estimated 500 bodegas across the five boroughs with "SilentShields" buttons that bodega staff can press to immediately call the New York City Police Department (NYPD) in cases of emergency. Distributed through an emergency grant to the United Bodega Association (UBA), these buttons will be installed in bodegas with the highest levels of crime to improve staff and customer safety.

Mayor Adams Unveils Ambitious Plan to Achieve Universal After-School Programming in Upcoming Mayoral Budget, Opening Historic Opportunities for New York City Children and Families Through $755-Million "After-School for All" Programming

Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) Commissioner Keith Howard announced a historic and new $331 million commitment — phased in starting in the upcoming Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Executive Budget and fully baselined by FY 2028 — to support Mayor Adams’ vision of “After-School for All” to all public students from kindergarten through eighth grade. For the first time ever, the city is beginning a comprehensive effort to strengthen and scale after-school programs with the goal of achieving universal access for all students and families across the five boroughs.

Mayor Adams Unveils New Investments in Upcoming Mayoral Budget to Create More Homes, Connect More New Yorkers to Homes, Keep More New Yorkers in Homes

Mayor Eric Adams announced new investments to create more homes, connect more New Yorkers to homes, and keep more New Yorkers in the homes they already have as part of upcoming investments in his Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Executive Budget. The investments – part of the "Best Budget Ever" – once again, solidify the Adams administration's position as the most pro-housing administration in New York City history.

Additional Resources:

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Buildings After Hours: Free in-person information session with DOB staff every first and third Tuesday of the month from 4 PM to 7 PM at your local borough office.

Notify NYC: Enroll for free in New York City’s dedicated emergency public communications program.

311: Non-emergency municipal services available online, by texting 311-692, or by calling 3-1-1 from within the City or 212-NEW-YORK outside the five boroughs. TTY service is also available by dialing 212-504-4115.

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