The **New York City Mayor** is the chief executive officer of the city government, responsible for managing all city operations, agencies, and policies, with a term of four years (renewable once consecutively)[1][4]. The Mayor proposes the city’s budget, signs or vetoes legislation passed by the City Council, appoints key officials including the Schools Chancellor and Police Commissioner, and sets priorities for city agencies. The office also manages city land, which impacts affordable housing, public parks, and street cleanliness[1][3][4]. Historically, the office was established when the five boroughs consolidated into Greater New York in 1898, with Robert Anderson Van Wyck as the first mayor of the unified city[1]. The Mayor holds significant executive powers under the NYC Charter, including establishing internal audits and reorganizing the executive office to ensure efficient city administration[3]. The Mayor can be removed from office by the governor or a special city committee under extreme circumstances, though this removal process is rare and complex[2]. Key achievements often relate to managing the city's vast infrastructure, public safety, housing, and economic development. Recent mayors have faced challenges such as affordable housing crises, transit modernization, public safety reforms, and climate justice initiatives. The current mayor, Eric Adams, elected in 2021, is a former NYPD officer and Brooklyn Borough President known for his focus on safety, equity, and economic recovery post-pandemic[4][8]. The Mayor plays a critical role in regional transit issues, such as representing NYC’s interests on the MTA board and preparing for major events like the FIFA World Cup 2026, emphasizing accessibility and economic development linked to tourism[5]. The office is notable for its complex political and administrative powers, balancing the needs of a diverse population of over 8 million residents, and addressing interconnected challenges in housing, transportation, justice, and climate[6][7][10]. The Mayor’s leadership greatly influences the cit