Building a Better New York: Jim’s Core Priorities

Trust in government starts with transparency. We will:

• Implement a zero-tolerance policy for corruption
• Create clearer accountability measures for all city agencies
• Engage with our media partners honestly and robustly
• Make city operations and decision-making transparent
• Ensure taxpayer dollars are spent efficiently
• Hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards

Every New Yorker deserves the dignity of a living wage with benefits. We will:

• Launch dynamic partnerships to attract businesses to NYC through strategic incentives, with a focus on creating good-paying union jobs with benefits
• Drive job creation across all five boroughs
• Support and expand union workforce development programs
• Create training programs aligned with growing industries
• Support small businesses as engines of local employment
• Partner with employers to create career advancement pathways

We’ll harness the power of public-private partnerships to:

• Partner with venture capital and private equity funds in innovative ways
• Form strategic partnerships to accelerate affordable housing
• Develop sustainable funding models for major initiatives
• Leverage private sector expertise while protecting public interests
• Drive economic growth that serves our communities

A safe city is fundamental to our success. We will:

• Grow our police force
• Enhance training to reduce unnecessary injuries
• Strengthen community relationships with the police
• Ensure every neighborhood receives equal protection
• Support our officers while maintaining high standards

A sustainable city is essential for our future. We will:

• Expand bike lanes to reduce car dependency
• Invest in energy-efficient buildings and green infrastructure
• Promote renewable energy projects across the five boroughs
• Enhance public transportation options to lower emissions
• Foster public-private partnerships to accelerate the path to carbon neutrality