The Kid Mero sits down with NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Hot 97’s Mornings with Mero to talk food access, SNAP expansion, city-run grocery stores, and what’s on the ballot this election.
In this interview, Mayor Mamdani announces an increased SNAP cap at farmers’ markets — jumping from $10 to $14 starting in January — and breaks down how the city is fighting back against federal work rule changes that threaten benefits for thousands of New Yorkers, especially young Black and Latino men ages 18–24. He also gives an update on the plan to open city-run grocery stores in every borough, with the first location set for Hunts Point and another at La Marqueta in East Harlem by the end of next year.
Plus, the Mayor walks through all five NYC ballot proposals — from cutting red tape for small businesses and nonprofits to fast-tracking street safety and affordable housing — and shares early voting details ahead of Election Day on November 3rd.
🔑 Topics covered:
SNAP farmers’ market cap increase ($10 → $14)
Federal SNAP work rule changes & who’s most at risk
NYC city-run grocery stores: locations & timeline
Food deserts and fresh produce access across the five boroughs
Heart Teams: city workers hitting the block to help New Yorkers
5 ballot proposals explained (speed, savings, efficiency)
Early voting dates & Election Day info (Nov 3, 6 AM–9 PM)
Resources: nyc.gov/workrules | Call 718-SNAP-NOW
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