NYC.gov posted a Mamdani administration announcement on removing existing sidewalk sheds and tightening design standards for new ones — worth tracking for facade, FISP, and general contractors once DOB publishes the actual rule text and compliance dates; the headline alone doesn't give us an effective date or cost figure we can print yet. nyc.gov

City & State New York published its 2026 list of top trade associations — a quick scan for contractors sizing up which groups matter for NYC public-work outreach. cityandstateny.com