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December 19, 2025 Michael

NYCHA Closes on Financing for $453M PACT Renovation of 7 Harlem Developments

On December 18, NYCHA closed on the financing for a $453 million Permanent Affordability Commitment Together (PACT) project that will

December 16, 2025 Michael

NYCHA Invests $8.6 Billion Through PACT to Date

In 2025, NYCHA closed on the financing for 16 developments through the PACT program, representing over $1.6 billion in comprehensive renovations for approximately 7,300 residents.

Communities Featured NYCHA Resident Associations Top Story

December 11, 2025 Vincent Echavaria

Sign Unveiled for Renamed Ethel Battle Velez Community Center

On December 9, Johnson Houses residents celebrated the official renaming of their local community center in honor of a former longtime resident leader and community advocate.

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The Arts Top Story

December 8, 2025 LaToya

New Mural Unveiled at Bushwick Houses

“We Belong Here,” proclaims the colorful, new mural unveiled on November 14 at Bushwick Houses that celebrates community pride and

Education Featured NYCHA Developments Partners Top Story

December 5, 2025 Joshua Olesker

The NYCHA in Nature Program

A growing initiative that brings birding, habitat awareness, and community-building directly to public housing campuses.

Health & Safety Top Story

December 5, 2025 Michael

It’s Safe Toys and Gifts Month

December has been designated “Safe Toys and Gifts Month,” and NYCHA’s Environmental Health and Safety Department (EHS) would like to

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Featured NYCHA Residents Top Story

November 28, 2025 LaToya

This year, NYCHA, resident associations, local businesses, community organizations, and elected officials came together to ensure NYCHA families across the city had what they needed to enjoy a warm holiday – from gift cards and groceries to turkeys and prepared meals.