Category: New York City

• New York City Unveils First-Ever Citywide Strategic Plan to Revitalize Industrial Economy

  _

  Apr 30

  New York City has started crafting its first citywide strategic plan for the industrial economy, seeking to address pressing challenges including rising rents for industrial businesses. At an information session… more ›

• City Council Pushes for Urgent Reforms to Address $548 Million in Payment Delays for NYC Nonprofits

  _

  Apr 30

  During a public meeting on April 30, 2025, city officials and council members rallied to address ongoing payment delays faced by nonprofit organizations in New York City. The meeting highlighted… more ›

• City Council Tackles Financial Hurdles Facing CUNY Students Amid Hearings

  _

  Apr 30

  City Council members gathered on April 29, 2025, for a hearing on the financial obstacles that City University of New York (CUNY) students encounter, focusing on the pressing need to… more ›

• NYC Council Reviews Housing Connect: Proposals for a User-Friendly Overhaul to Tackle Affordable Housing Challenges

  _

  Apr 30

  The New York City Council held an oversight hearing on April 29, 2025, focused on improving the Housing Connect platform, the city’s affordable housing lottery system. Attendees discussed how the… more ›

• NYC Council Evaluates Big Apple Connect’s Impact on Digital Equity in Low-Income Areas

  _

  Apr 30

  The New York City Council held a public meeting on April 29, 2025, to evaluate the effectiveness of local broadband access programs, particularly Big Apple Connect, in promoting digital equity… more ›

• NYC Proposes New Permit Process for Last Mile Delivery Facilities Amid Environmental Concerns

  _

  Apr 30

  The New York City Department of City Planning recently hosted an information session focused on the proposed text amendment regarding last mile facilities. This amendment seeks to introduce a special… more ›

• Community Feedback Sought on NYC’s Environmental Impact Review for Last Mile Delivery Facilities

  _

  Apr 30

  The New York City Department of City Planning hosted a public meeting on April 25 to discuss measures for assessing the environmental impact of proposed last mile delivery facilities in… more ›

• City Planning Commission Advocates for Sustainable Affordable Housing Solutions

  _

  Apr 30

  The City Planning Commission (CPC) recently convened to discuss various housing developments, emphasizing the long-term sustainability of affordable units. Central to the debate was how provisions under the city’s new… more ›

• Community Voices Concern Over Environmental Impact of Ferry Point Project

  _

  Apr 30

  At the recent City Planning Commission meeting, attendees raised significant concerns regarding the environmental impacts of the proposed Valley’s Ferry Point project. Activists and residents voiced their apprehensions about the… more ›

• Community Voices Concerns Over Park Space and Transparency in Monitor Point Development

  _

  Apr 30

  Residents voiced significant concerns over the Monitor Point Development proposal during a public scoping meeting held by the NYC Department of City Planning on April 23, 2025. Residents questioned ongoing… more ›

• Residents Raise Alarm Over Wildlife Threats at Monitor Point Development Meeting

  _

  Apr 30

  Residents expressed deep concerns about potential wildlife impacts during the public scoping meeting on the Monitor Point Development Proposal held on April 22, 2025. Attendees questioned how local wildlife, particularly… more ›

• NYC Takes Bold Steps to Combat Maternal Mortality Crisis Among Black Women

  _

  Apr 18

  City leaders are taking significant steps to address the maternal mortality crisis, particularly focusing on the health disparities affecting Black women and birthing individuals in New York City. Recent discussions… more ›

• City Council Tackles Wage Gaps and Representation for Women in Municipal Jobs

  _

  Apr 18

  At a recent New York City Council hearing, city officials discussed various strategies aimed at addressing wage gaps and ensuring equitable representation among women in municipal jobs. Despite some progress,… more ›

• Mental Health Takes Center Stage in Rikers Island Closure Discussions

  _

  Apr 18

  City officials and advocates emphasized the crucial role of mental health assessments in proposed reforms to the criminal justice system during a recent public meeting aimed at advancing the closure… more ›

• Rikers Island Closure: City Officials Push for Urgent Reform and Mental Health Focus

  _

  Apr 18

  City officials and community advocates gathered on April 16, 2025, to discuss reforms aimed at expediting the closure of Rikers Island, as the current timeline projects the facility will remain… more ›