Category: New York City

• Budget Hearing Highlights Demand for Increased Funding for NYC Composting Network

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  May 17

  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… more ›

• Urgent Call for Action: Funding Needed to Combat Food Insecurity Among NYC’s Older Adults

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  May 17

  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… more ›

• Public Outcry Grows Over Midtown South’s Historic Buildings Demolition Risk Amid Development Plans

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  May 16

  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… more ›

• Residents Demand Stronger Protections in Public Meeting on NYC Last Mile Delivery Regulation

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  May 16

  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)… more ›

• City Planning Commission Unveils Ambitious Development Plans for Affordable Housing and Green Spaces

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  May 16

  The City Planning Commission (CPC) convened on May 5, 2025, to discuss various development proposals aimed at addressing community needs through enhanced public amenities and green spaces. Officials highlighted the… more ›

• NYC Council Takes Action on Wildfire Preparedness Amid Rising Environmental Risks

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  May 2

  During the New York City Council’s stated meeting on May 1, 2025, members united to address a pressing environmental concern: the increasing risk of wildfires in city parks. Recent events… more ›

• New Bill Seeks Transparency in City Contracts for Minority and Women-Owned Businesses

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  May 2

  At the New York City Council meeting on May 1, 2025, members deliberated on measures to enhance transparency and accountability in the awarding of city contracts to minority and women-owned… more ›

• NYC Council Unveils Initiatives to Support Survivors of Sexual Violence

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  May 2

  New York City Council members discussed multiple initiatives aimed at supporting survivors of sexual violence during a stated meeting on May 1, 2025. The council emphasized a commitment to enhancing… more ›

• Queens Development Plans Aim to Provide 216 New Affordable Housing Units Amid Crisis

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  May 2

  New housing development plans in Queens aim to tackle the city’s dire shortage of affordable housing. During the New York City Council meeting on May 1, 2025, members discussed a… more ›

• NYC Council Passes Bill to Cap Food Delivery Fees, Supporting Small Restaurants

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  May 2

  The New York City Council passed legislation on May 1, 2025, designed to limit the fees that food delivery services charge restaurants, a move aimed at providing much-needed relief to… more ›

• City Council Pushes for Library Access in Public Schools to Boost Literacy Amid Educational Inequities

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  May 2

  During the recent New York City Council meeting, members addressed the critical importance of library access in public schools, emphasizing it as a key component in enhancing literacy rates among… more ›

• NYC Council Proposes Cap on Medical Costs to Make Healthcare More Affordable for Families

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  May 2

  City Council members convened on May 1, 2025, to discuss several pieces of legislation aimed at addressing rising medical costs for New Yorkers. Among the proposals, one notable resolution would… more ›

• New Mixed-Use Development Proposal Promises Affordable Housing Amid Community Concerns in Queens

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  May 2

  New York City officials gathered recently to discuss a proposed mixed-use development on Queens Boulevard that could significantly influence the local community and housing market. This new building, set to… more ›

• NYC Nonprofits Face $548 Million Payment Crisis: Officials Propose Reforms for Timely Support

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  May 2

  City officials and representatives from nonprofit organizations gathered on April 30, 2025, to address significant delays in payments to nonprofits that threaten vital services across New York City. During the… more ›

• City Council Tackles $548 Million in Late Payments to Nonprofits, Pledges $5 Billion in Funding for 2026

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  Apr 30

  During a public meeting today, city officials and council members addressed the urgent issue of late payments to nonprofit organizations in New York City, which impact essential services across the… more ›