Tag: Public Safety

• Debate Heats Up Over NYPD’s DNA Collection Practices for Minors as Legislative Proposals Surface

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  Feb 24

  During a recent public safety hearing, city officials reviewed two significant legislative proposals: the abolition of the NYPD’s gang database (Intro 798) and amendments to DNA collection practices regarding minors… more ›

• NYPD’s Gang Database Under Fire: Advocates Demand Reforms Amid Racial Profiling Concerns

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  Feb 24

  The New York City Council held a public safety hearing on February 24, 2025, to discuss the NYPD’s gang database and proposed reforms, including bills aimed at abolishing the database… more ›

• NYC Officials Advocate Balanced Approach to Migrant Crisis and Public Safety

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  Feb 24

  New York City officials continue to refine their response to the migrant crisis while grappling with its associated public safety challenges. During a recent media session, Mayor Eric Adams reported… more ›

• Mayor Adams Unveils Strategy to Improve Public Safety in South Bronx

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  Feb 24

  Mayor Eric Adams outlined the city administration’s initiatives to tackle public safety and quality of life issues in the Hunts Point and Mott Haven neighborhoods during a recent media availability.… more ›

• New York City to Close Roosevelt Hotel Amid Decrease in Migrant Arrivals

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  Feb 24

  The New York City Administration announced plans to close the Roosevelt Hotel, which has operated as a humanitarian center for nearly two years, as the city reassesses its response to… more ›

• NYC Council Investigates Payment Delays Burdening Early Childhood Care Providers

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  Feb 21

  At a recent hearing, New York City Council members examined inefficiencies in the invoicing and payment processes that continue to burden Early Childhood Care providers. The hearing addressed the persistent… more ›

• NYC Council Hearing Sparks Concerns Over Sudden Closures of Early Childhood Care Centers

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  Feb 21

  The New York City Council held a hearing on February 21, 2025, to address the recent closures of five Early Childhood Care Centers, prompting concerns about the lack of transparency… more ›

• Mayor Adams Launches Community Link Initiative to Combat Substance Abuse in the Bronx

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  Feb 21

  Mayor Eric Adams announced the implementation of the Community Link Initiative, aiming to tackle drug addiction and improve the quality of life in the Bronx. This comprehensive program seeks to… more ›

• Mayor Adams Launches Community Link Program to Combat Bronx Substance Abuse and Enhance Public Safety

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  Feb 20

  Mayor Eric Adams announced the launch of the Community Link program in the Bronx, aimed at tackling substance abuse and improving overall quality of life in the area. The initiative… more ›

• Public Hearing Reveals Community Fears Over NYPD’s Use of Drones and Surveillance Tools Targeting Vulnerable Groups

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  Feb 20

  A public hearing scrutinizing the New York Police Department’s (NYPD) use of surveillance technology, particularly drones, highlighted significant community concerns regarding civil rights and safety. Organized by the New York… more ›

• NYC Council Demands Transparency from NYPD on Surveillance Technology Usage Amid Ongoing Accountability Concerns

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  Feb 20

  The New York City Council held a public hearing to review the New York Police Department’s (NYPD) compliance with the Public Oversight of Surveillance Technology (POST) Act, amid growing concerns… more ›

• City Planners Address Wind Tunnel Effects at Hudson Yards Meeting, but Community Skepticism Persists

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  Feb 19

  City planners discussed strategies to mitigate wind tunnel effects caused by proposed tall buildings during a recent public meeting about the Hudson Yards West Development Proposal. The City Planning Commission… more ›

• Traffic Woes: Hudson Yards West Development Sparks Concerns Over Congestion and Public Safety

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  Feb 19

  Local residents expressed significant concerns about the potential traffic impacts of the Hudson Yards West development during a public meeting hosted by the City Planning Commission on February 19, 2025.… more ›

• Residents Split on Hudson Yards Casino: Fears of Displacement vs. Promised Economic Growth

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  Feb 19

  A public meeting hosted by the City Planning Commission (CPC) elaborated on the implications of the Hudson Yards West Development Proposal, particularly regarding the proposed casino’s impact on the local… more ›

• Concerning Drop in Childhood Vaccination Rates Sparks Urgency at NYC Health Department Meeting

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  Feb 19

  The New York City Health Department reported concerning trends in childhood vaccination rates during a public meeting focused on emergency preparedness and public health funding. Dr. Michelle Morris, acting commissioner… more ›