NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani Appoints Senior Administration Officials

Key Appointments for New Administration

• 🎯 Cat Dosta has been appointed as the Director of the Office of Appointments, tasked with overseeing talent recruitment and building a hardworking team.
• 💡 Dosta, an immigrant from the Dominican Republic who settled in Queens, brings a deep belief in New York's promise and a commitment to expanding opportunities.
• 🔑 She emphasizes that "People are policy", highlighting the importance of attracting excellent, diverse talent to government to drive outcomes.
• 🚀 Jamila Edwards is appointed as the Director of Intergovernmental Affairs, focusing on fostering relationships with city, state, and federal partners.
• 💬 Edwards, with over a decade of experience advocating for working people, is committed to dignity, economic justice, and fairness, drawing inspiration from her work with DC37.

Restoring Faith in Democracy and Public Service

• ✨ The administration's goal is to restore faith in democracy by bringing excellence and compassion back to public service.
• 🏛️ This vision requires embodying excellence from the top, with appointments like Dosta and Edwards setting the standard.
• 🤝 The team aims to build a government that is both mission-driven and deeply capable, reflecting the city's diversity.

Affordability Agenda and Policy Priorities

• 💰 The affordability agenda is a core priority, with a focus on ensuring New Yorkers are not priced out of their city.
• 📈 Key policy goals, such as making buses fast and free and delivering universal childcare, will require sustained partnerships with Albany and City Hall.
• 🏘️ Building affordable housing is critical to keeping New York City accessible for its residents.

Addressing City Challenges

• ⚠️ The administration is preparing for both known challenges and unpredictable events, emphasizing the need for a resilient team.
• 🤝 Building and sustaining coalitions are crucial for achieving policy goals and delivering for New Yorkers.
• ⚖️ The budget process will be approached with honesty and a vision that extends beyond current deficits, protecting New Yorkers from cuts while planning for the future.

Commitment to Safety and Belonging

• ✡️ Ensuring the safety and sense of belonging for Jewish New Yorkers is a priority, addressing concerns stemming from antisemitism and hate.
• 🤝 The administration will engage with Jewish leaders across the political and geographic spectrum, recognizing that concerns extend beyond immediate Jewish community issues to broader societal needs like child welfare and immigration advocacy.
• 🚲 Safety for all modes of travel, including biking, walking, and public transit, will be a focus for the Department of Transportation (DOT).