Tag: Economic Development

• Community Land Trusts Call for Essential Funding to Strengthen Public Housing Management

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  May 17

  Newly established community land trusts (CLTs) seek to enhance the management and maintenance of public housing across New York City. During the NYC Council’s Executive Budget Hearing for FY2026 on… more ›

• NYC Council Urges Action on HPD Staffing Shortages Amid Housing Crisis

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  May 17

  During the recent New York City Council Executive Budget Hearing, officials addressed the critical staffing shortages at the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD), which currently has approximately 400… 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 ›

• 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 ›

• 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 ›

• 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 ›

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

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  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

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  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 ›