In a significant first move as Mayor, Zohran Mamdani has appointed Mike Flynn, a seasoned transportation expert, as the new Commissioner of the Department of Transportation (DOT). Flynn is set to lead initiatives aimed at making public transit faster and more accessible, including plans to enhance bus services throughout the city. Amidst his swearing-in ceremony, Mamdani emphasized the importance of bold and ambitious strategies for the department. Flynn, well-regarded in transit circles, is anticipated to implement impactful changes that will benefit New Yorkers in their daily commutes.