Mamdani fills Rent Guidelines Board with members likely to approve rent freeze for nearly 1 million apartments. On February 18, 2026, Mayor Mamdani announced the new Rent Guidelines Board appointments. Chantella Mitchell The new chair of the Rent Guidelines Board, appointed by Mayor Mamdani. Sina Sinai A new member of the Rent Guidelines Board, appointed by Mayor Mamdani. Lauren Melodia A new member of the Rent Guidelines Board, appointed by Mayor Mamdani.

Source: New York Times February 22, 2026 03:16 UTC