Tag: Housing

• New Legislation Aims to Lower Apartment Leasing Fees Amid Housing Affordability Concerns

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  Dec 19

  During a recent New York City Council meeting focused on public safety, housing, and legislative updates, discussions surrounding the Fair Act and its implications for apartment leasing fees were prominent.… more ›

• New Guaranteed Income Program for Expecting Mothers Unveiled by NYC Council

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  Dec 19

  The New York City Council convened on December 19 to discuss public safety, housing initiatives, and legislative updates, with particular focus on a new guaranteed income program for expecting mothers.… more ›

• NYC Council Unveils Ambitious Measures to Enhance Maternal Health and Housing

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  Dec 19

  The New York City Council outlined several legislative measures aimed at improving maternal health services during its recent meeting focused on public safety, housing, and legislative updates. Council members emphasized… more ›

• City Officials Discuss Empowering Veteran Organizations to Improve Support Services

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  Dec 19

  City officials engaged in a public hearing on December 19 to discuss veterans’ rights, housing, and the role of the arts in supporting military service members. The meeting focused on… more ›

• Legislative Changes Urged to Safeguard Rights of Veteran Street Vendors

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  Dec 19

  During a recent public hearing focused on veterans’ rights and street vending, participants expressed concerns regarding the barriers faced by veteran street vendors in the city. The meeting highlighted legislative… more ›

• Borden Avenue Shelter Veterans Raise Alarm Over Unsafe Conditions and Lack of Support

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  Dec 19

  A recent public hearing addressed the challenges faced by veterans residing at the Borden Avenue shelter in Long Island City, New York. During the session, numerous speakers raised concerns about… more ›

• Veteran Street Vendors Demand Legal Protections at Public Hearing

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  Dec 19

  A recent public hearing focused on veterans’ rights and street vending revealed ongoing conflicts between legally vending veterans and complaints against illegal street vendors. The meeting addressed the challenges facing… more ›

• Public Hearing Calls for Enhanced Housing Access for Homeless Veterans

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  Dec 19

  The recent public hearing on veterans’ rights, housing, and cultural opportunities raised critical measures aimed at improving housing access for veterans facing homelessness. Key recommendations included removing barriers that hinder… more ›

• City Council Weighs Veterans’ Property Tax Exemption Proposal Amid Financial Concerns

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  Dec 19

  City officials recently engaged in a public hearing to discuss a proposed property tax exemption for veterans with 100% service-connected disabilities. Key city council members presented resolutions aimed at easing… more ›

• Mayor Adams Strengthens Tenant Protections with New Housing Legislation in NYC

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  Dec 19

  Mayor Eric Adams recently signed a legislative package aimed at enhancing tenant protections in New York City amidst a backdrop of significant housing developments. This legislative initiative, part of the… more ›

• NYC Launches $5 Billion Housing Initiative to Combat Crisis with New Equity Focus

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  Dec 19

  Mayor Eric Adams recently signed a package of housing legislation aiming to address New York City’s housing crisis. The $5 billion investment will finance the construction of 80,000 new housing… more ›

• City Enacts New Housing Laws to Increase Affordable Options Amid 1.4% Vacancy Rate

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  Dec 19

  New York City recently enacted a housing opportunity legislative package aimed at addressing the city’s pressing housing crisis. The new measures focus on increasing affordable housing options to better accommodate… more ›

• Mayor Adams Unveils Landmark Legislation for 80,000 New Homes in NYC

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  Dec 19

  Mayor Eric Adams signed the “City of Yes for Housing Opportunity” legislative package into law on December 18, 2024, a move aimed at addressing New York City’s ongoing housing crisis.… more ›

• Southeast Queens Celebrates the Opening of 116th Police Precinct, Paving the Way for Enhanced Public Safety and Community Engagement

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  Dec 19

  South Eastern Queens celebrated the opening of the long-awaited 116th police precinct on December 18, 2024, marking a significant shift in the area’s approach to public safety and community policing.… more ›

• Mayor Adams Unveils 116th Police Precinct in Southeast Queens, Aiming for Improved Emergency Response and Community Relations

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  Dec 19

  Officials inaugurated the new 116th Police Precinct in Southeast Queens, aiming to address long-standing public safety issues in the community. Mayor Eric Adams emphasized the precinct’s importance in providing timely… more ›