"Mamdani framed the project as part of his broader affordability push, saying free child care can save families at least $20,000 a year and help city workers stay in public service."
"The center is expected to open this fall and will offer full-day care for children ages 6 weeks to 3 years old, expanding a similar program first announced by former Mayor Eric Adams."
"Mamdani said his administration has expanded eligibility to include everyone who works in the building and will add operating funds that were not previously budgeted."
"DCAS will manage the program in-house, while a contracted provider to be announced later this spring will operate the center."
Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a free on-site child care pilot program at the David N. Dinkins Municipal Building, opening applications on April 30. The center will provide full-day care for children aged 6 weeks to 3 years, expanding eligibility to all employees in the building. The program, managed by DCAS, will receive $2.3 million in funding. Mamdani emphasized the affordability aspect, stating that free child care could save families $20,000 annually and support city workers in public service.
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