Category: New York City

• City Officials Outline Comprehensive Oversight Strategy for Homeless Shelter Providers

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  Dec 17

  City officials addressed oversight mechanisms for nonprofit shelter providers during a recent municipal meeting. The city’s Department of Social Services (DSS) oversees a significant network of shelter providers, managing 87… more ›

• Navigating Oversight Challenges: City Officials Address Nonprofit Conflicts in Shelter Management

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  Dec 17

  City officials are grappling with the oversight of homeless shelter providers amid concerns about conflicts of interest and the necessity for effective service delivery. Recent hearings highlighted the complexities of… more ›

• Ensuring Compliance: City Officials Focus on Meeting Dietary Needs in Homeless Shelters

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  Dec 17

  City officials are taking steps to enhance oversight of city-funded homeless shelter providers, specifically focusing on ensuring that meals meet the dietary requirements of all residents, including those with culturally… more ›

• City Officials Respond to Concerns Over High Executive Salaries in Nonprofit Homeless Shelters

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  Dec 17

  City officials are responding to concerns regarding high executive salaries within nonprofit organizations that operate homeless shelters funded by the city. The recent discussions among the Department of Homeless Services… more ›

• City Takes Bold Steps to Enhance Oversight of Homeless Shelter Providers Following DOI Report

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  Dec 17

  City officials announced measures aimed at enhancing oversight and compliance among homeless shelter providers in response to findings from a recent Department of Investigation (DOI) report. The report, which scrutinized… more ›

• Mayor Adams Addresses Safety Hazards from Delivery E-Bikes, Advocates for Stricter Regulations and Community Dialogue

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  Dec 17

  During his 35th Community Conversation focused on public safety and homelessness, Mayor Eric Adams addressed the growing concerns regarding the safety risks posed by delivery e-bikes on city streets. Community… more ›

• Mayor Adams Emphasizes Increased Police Visibility and Technological Solutions to Address Community Safety Concerns

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  Dec 17

  Mayor Eric Adams addressed concerns regarding public safety and homelessness during his 35th Community Conversation, emphasizing plans to increase police visibility to deter crime. He recognized the anxiety felt by… more ›

• Urgent Calls for Enhanced Mental Health Funding and Support in Adams’ Community Safety Discussion

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  Dec 17

  Mayor Eric Adams held his 35th Community Conversation on Public Safety and Homelessness on December 16, 2024, focusing on the critical need for improved mental health services and funding. Attendees… more ›

• Community Conversation Focuses on Shelter Accountability and Public Safety, Mayor Adams Ensures Transparency

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  Dec 17

  Mayor Eric Adams hosted the 35th Community Conversation focused on public safety and homelessness, where he emphasized the city’s commitment to transparency and accountability in shelter operations. During the meeting… more ›

• Mayor Adams Advocates for Improved Shelter Management and Permanent Housing Solutions in Latest Community Meeting

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  Dec 17

  Mayor Eric Adams held his 35th Community Conversation focused on public safety and homelessness, emphasizing the need for improved shelter management and permanent housing solutions. The meeting highlighted specific policies… more ›

• NYPD Staffing Shortages and Crime Rates Discussed by Mayor Adams in Community Safety Conversations

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  Dec 17

  During a community meeting focused on public safety and homelessness, Mayor Eric Adams addressed the New York City Police Department’s staffing shortages amid increasing crime rates. Mayor Adams noted that… more ›

• Mayor Adams Calls for Urgent Mental Health Resources to Combat Public Safety Challenges at Community Meeting

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  Dec 17

  During his 35th Community Conversation, Mayor Eric Adams focused on public safety and homelessness while addressing the mental health crisis affecting New York City. The mayor encouraged community participation to… more ›

• Community Conversations Highlight Need for Better Shelter Management and Mental Health Support in Upper West Side

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  Dec 17

  Mayor Eric Adams engaged the Upper West Side community in a dialogue regarding public safety and homelessness during his 35th Community Conversation, addressing concerns about the growing number of shelters… more ›

• Mayor Adams Addresses Safety Concerns at Community Meetings Amid Growing Upper West Side Homelessness Issues

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  Dec 17

  Mayor Eric Adams held his 35th Community Conversation on Public Safety and Homelessness at the Goddard Riverside Community Center, where he addressed growing concerns about safety in the Upper West… more ›

• New Housing Developments Planned for Prospect Avenue Amid Community Concerns

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  Dec 17

  The City Planning Commission (CPC) met on December 16, 2024, to review and approve housing developments along Prospect Avenue, which included plans for two new residential buildings with 244 apartments,… more ›