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Residents of the Upper East Side expressed significant concerns regarding the proposed redevelopment of Lennox Hill Hospital during a recent public meeting. The lengthy construction timeline of nine years, consisting of six years of mixed internal and external construction followed… more ›
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Residents of Brooklyn Community District 5 and Queens Community District 3 engaged in a recent City Planning Commission meeting, focusing on plans to increase public park access in underserved areas. City officials emphasized their commitment to closing the existing “walk… more ›
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At the New York City Council’s executive budget hearing on May 19, 2025, key officials discussed the metrics that will assess the effectiveness of Community-Based Violence Prevention Program (CMS) initiatives aimed at reducing violence among youth. The discussion surfaced critical… more ›
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During a recent City Council executive budget hearing, officials focused on the anticipated rollout for the Compass and Sonic afterschool programs. Held on May 19, 2025, this meeting served as a platform for lawmakers and service providers to discuss funding… more ›
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City Council members met to discuss the city’s financial strategy for childcare services on May 19, 2025, amid concerns over a significant shortfall in childcare vouchers for low-income families. The hearing, held by the Committees on Finance and Children &… more ›
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New York City officials and advocates voiced their concerns regarding proposed changes to the City Fighting Homelessness and Eviction Prevention Supplement (City FEPS) program during the Fiscal Year 2026 Executive Budget Hearing. A key issue is the potential increase in… more ›
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During a recent City Council Executive Budget Hearing, administrators outlined plans to address staffing shortages at the City University of New York (CUNY), where a total of 273 vacancies exist as of March 2025. The university administration expressed a commitment… more ›
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Newly established community land trusts (CLTs) seek to enhance the management and maintenance of public housing across New York City. During the NYC Council’s Executive Budget Hearing for FY2026 on May 14, 2025, advocates urged for additional financial support to… more ›
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During the recent New York City Council Executive Budget Hearing, officials addressed the critical staffing shortages at the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD), which currently has approximately 400 unfilled positions. The vacancy rate at HPD has risen to… more ›
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The New York City Council’s Executive Budget Hearing on May 13, 2025, highlighted the critical need for dedicated funding to support the city’s parks and transportation systems. City officials and advocates gathered to discuss proposed budget allocations, including the potential… more ›
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During a recent New York City Council Executive Budget Hearing, officials discussed the urgent need to address the Department of Transportation’s (DOT) staffing shortages, which currently stand at 630 vacancies. The implications of these unfilled positions directly affect safety on… more ›
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City officials and advocates gathered for a budget hearing on May 12, 2025, to discuss the funding request for the New York City Composting Network. This initiative aims to enhance composting efforts across the city and promote environmental sustainability within… more ›
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During budget hearings held on May 12, 2025, local officials discussed strategies to improve food access for older adults living in food deserts throughout New York City. The discussions highlighted the pressing need for expanded meal services and innovative programs… more ›
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Stakeholders expressed deep concerns at a recent public meeting regarding the potential demolition of historic buildings in Midtown South as the city pushes forward with its mixed-use development plan. The City Planning Commission (CPC) met to gather feedback on safeguards… more ›
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Residents voiced concerns during a public scoping meeting regarding a proposed text amendment aimed at regulating last mile delivery facilities in New York City. The Department of City Planning (DCP) hosted the session as part of its efforts to address… more ›
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