Category: New York City

• NYC Council Tackles Emergency Housing Voucher Backlog Amid Funding Cuts

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  Mar 25

  The New York City Council’s recent Preliminary Budget Hearing delved into critical measures aimed at addressing the backlog in emergency housing voucher issuance. Council members voiced concerns regarding the potential… more ›

• NYC’s HPD Boosts Affordable Housing Efforts Amid Rising Maintenance Costs

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  Mar 25

  New York City’s Housing Preservation and Development Department (HPD) is ramping up efforts to tackle the rising costs related to housing maintenance, especially for low-income families. During a recent public… more ›

• NYC Health Department Faces Uncertain Future Amid Federal Funding Concerns

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  Mar 25

  Budget discussions for the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene focused on potential challenges stemming from uncertain federal funding during a preliminary budget hearing on March 24,… more ›

• NYC Council Unveils $75 Million Plan to Combat Youth Mental Health Crisis

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  Mar 25

  The New York City Council’s recent preliminary budget hearing revealed a comprehensive approach to addressing rising mental health needs among youth and individuals of color in the city. The urgency… more ›

• Public Meeting Calls for Alternative Voting Sites to Reduce Disruption in Schools

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  Mar 25

  A recent public meeting focused on the need for alternative voting sites in New York City highlighted the significant number of early voting locations currently situated in schools. As it… more ›

• NYC Community Boards Demand Increased Funding Amid Growing Demands

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  Mar 25

  Community boards in New York City have long requested increased funding to effectively serve their neighborhoods. During a recent meeting of the Committee on Governmental Operations, members discussed various strategies… more ›

• NYC Law Department Faces Overwhelming Case Backlog Amid Funding and Staffing Concerns

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  Mar 25

  City officials addressed the growing influx of cases related to the Child Victims Act and the Adult Survivors Act during a recent meeting focused on the New York City Law… more ›

• New York City’s Law Department Struggles with Staff Shortages as Case Load Surges

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  Mar 25

  New York City’s Law Department faces significant challenges as it continues to function with a drastically reduced staff, leading to concerns about its ability to effectively manage an increasing volume… more ›

• Community Gardens at Risk: Advocates Call for Restored Funding Amid Budget Cuts

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  Mar 25

  City officials and community advocates engaged in a pivotal discussion during the New York City Parks and Recreation Committee’s budget hearing for the fiscal year 2026, held on March 20,… more ›

• NYC Parks Budget: Advocates Demand Stable Funding to Safeguard Green Spaces

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  Mar 25

  The New York City Parks and Recreation Committee projected a budget of $640 million for the fiscal year 2026 during a recent hearing, emphasizing the need for reliable funding mechanisms… more ›

• NYC’s Fatherhood Initiative: Success Stories and Plans for Future Expansion

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  Mar 25

  The New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) showcased the success of its Fatherhood Initiative during a recent Council hearing, emphasizing its positive impact on the lives… more ›

• NYC Increases Support for Runaway and Homeless Youth with New Housing Initiatives

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  Mar 25

  New York City officials are enhancing support for runaway and homeless youth by introducing additional housing resources and services aimed at creating stable living conditions for this vulnerable demographic. In… more ›

• Jamaica Neighborhood Plan Gets Green Light: 12,000 New Homes and 7,000 Jobs on the Horizon

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  Mar 20

  The City Planning Commission (CPC) has advanced the Jamaica Neighborhood Plan, certifying it during a recent special review session. This plan aims to reshape Jamaica over the next 15 years… more ›

• Department of Investigation Faces Crisis: 17% Vacancy Rate and Delays in Hiring Undermine City Oversight

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  Mar 20

  During a recent meeting focused on budget and operations, the Department of Investigation (DOI) addressed significant challenges in its hiring process stemming from a city-wide two-for-one hiring policy. Currently, DOI… more ›

• Concerns Rise Over Delays in Borough-Based Jails: Community Safety at Stake as Rikers Closure Deadline Approaches

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  Mar 20

  A recent public meeting addressed vital concerns regarding the timeline for the city’s borough-based jails and their implications for community safety. City officials outlined anticipated completion dates for these new… more ›