Tag: Economic Development

• Jamaica Neighborhood Plan Aims for 12,000 New Homes with Robust Affordable Housing Initiative

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  Mar 19

  During a recent City Planning Commission (CPC) public meeting, officials discussed measures aimed at enhancing the affordability of housing units outlined in the Jamaica neighborhood plan. The proposed plan aims… more ›

• NYC Council Presses for Faster Payments to Homeless Assistance Nonprofits Amid Ongoing Delays

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  Mar 19

  City officials are under pressure to improve how quickly nonprofit providers receive payments for their services, particularly in the realm of homelessness assistance. During a recent New York City Council… more ›

• New York City Launches AI Nexus Hub to Drive Workforce Development and Job Growth

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  Mar 19

  New York City’s plan to establish an AI Nexus Hub aims to enhance workforce development by offering training and access to job opportunities in the artificial intelligence sector. During a… more ›

• NYCEDC Faces Financial Turmoil as Revenue Plummets to $32.5 Million

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  Mar 19

  New York City’s Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) faces significant financial challenges, highlighted during a recent budget hearing on March 17, 2025. The organization has experienced a dramatic decline in revenue… more ›

• New York City DOI Faces Critical Staffing Shortages Amid High Vacancy Rates

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  Mar 17

  City officials have highlighted significant staffing challenges within the New York City Department of Investigation (DOI) during a recent budget and oversight meeting. The agency’s need for additional personnel has… more ›

• City Council Warns of $1.1 Billion Federal Funding Cuts Threatening Education and Community Services

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  Mar 13

  New York City Council members voiced strong concerns about federal funding cuts impacting education and essential community services at a recent meeting. The proposed $1.1 billion reduction in financial support… more ›

• New York City Council Pushes for Legal Protections for Immigrant Communities

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  Mar 12

  City Council members recently convened to discuss significant legislative proposals that aim to enhance protections for immigrant communities in New York City. Among these proposals, the Access to Representation Act,… more ›

• City Council Warns of Federal Funding Cuts Threatening Education and Community Services

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  Mar 12

  City council members recently expressed deep concern over potential impacts of proposed federal funding cuts to education and community services, particularly those introduced by the Trump administration. During a meeting… more ›

• New York City Planning Department Pledges to Preserve Historic Sites Amid Urban Development

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  Mar 12

  The New York City Department of City Planning outlined its initiatives for preserving historic sites amidst ongoing urban development during its preliminary budget meeting on March 11, 2025. The department… more ›

• Engaging Communities: Bronx Leaders Call for Stronger Police Relations to Combat Crime

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  Mar 12

  At the Fiscal 2026 Preliminary Budget Hearing for Public Safety held on March 11, 2025, city leaders and community representatives gathered to discuss the urgent need for enhanced community engagement… more ›

• NYPD’s Overtime Crisis: City Officials Implement Strategies Amid Rising Costs

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  Mar 12

  City officials held a preliminary budget hearing on March 11, 2025, to address public safety and tackle the rising overtime expenditures within the New York Police Department (NYPD). As the… more ›

• Empowering Voices: NYC Residents Urged to Engage Actively in Community Board Meetings

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  Mar 11

  Residents can enhance their participation in community board meetings, ensuring their voices are heard and their needs addressed. During a recent meeting hosted by the NYC Civic Engagement Commission, members… more ›

• Public Housing Residents Urge Action on Urgent Repairs Amid $78 Billion Capital Needs

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  Mar 11

  Residents in New York City’s public housing developments have expressed urgent concerns about repair needs and federal funding during a recent public hearing hosted by the New York City Council… more ›

• NYCHA Launches Major Initiatives to Tackle $545 Million in Rent Arrears for 67,000 Households

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  Mar 11

  The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) is implementing several strategies to help tenants address significant rent arrears, which currently total over $545 million affecting around 67,000 households. During a… more ›

• NYC Aging Department Faces $124 Million Budget Shortfall Amid Rising Needs for Elderly Services

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  Mar 11

  The New York City Department for the Aging is grappling with a significant budget shortfall, with a fiscal 2026 preliminary budget revealing a $124 million drop compared to the previous… more ›