Tag: Public Safety

• NYC Sees 7.6% Rise in HIV Diagnoses Amid 177% Drop in New Infections, Targeting Disparities in Care

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  Feb 18

  New York City reported a 7.6% increase in HIV diagnoses between 2022 and 2023, alongside a significant decline in new infections estimated at 177%. During a public meeting held by… more ›

• HIV Advocates Urge Improvements at NYC Meeting Amid Service Gaps and Housing Discrimination

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  Feb 18

  During a recent public meeting focused on the HIV/AIDS Services Administration (HASA), advocates and service providers highlighted significant challenges faced by individuals living with HIV in New York City. Many… more ›

• Mayor Adams Declares Innocence, Highlights NYC Progress After Corruption Charges Dropped

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  Feb 18

  Mayor Eric Adams addressed New Yorkers on February 11, 2025, following the Department of Justice’s decision to dismiss corruption charges against him. This conclusion marks the end of a tumultuous… more ›

• Proposed Legislation in NYC Could Dramatically Lower Insurance Coverage for Taxi Drivers, Sparking Controversy

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  Feb 18

  City officials discussed the challenges facing New York City’s Yellow Cab industry and the implications of proposed legislation that would reduce personal injury protection (PIP) coverage for drivers during a… more ›

• NYC Council Pushes for Cyclist Safety with New Taxi Decals to Prevent Door Injuries

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  Feb 18

  A public meeting held by the New York City Council focused on the status of the Yellow Cab industry and proposed legislation, including a bill that would require taxis and… more ›

• Civic Engagement Commission Champions Racial Equity in Community Programs

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  Feb 18

  The Civic Engagement Commission held a public meeting on February 6, 2025, to discuss its initiatives focused on promoting racial equity within community programs. The commission highlighted its commitment to… more ›

• NYC Commission Enhances Voter Language Assistance Ahead of June Primaries

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  Feb 18

  The NYC Civic Engagement Commission discussed strategies to enhance language assistance for voters at a recent public meeting held on February 6, 2025. The commission focused on improving outreach efforts… more ›

• Job Creation and Workforce Development Highlighted in Atlantic Avenue Revitalization Strategy

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  Feb 18

  The City Planning Commission recently convened to discuss specific strategies within the Atlantic Avenue Mixed Use Plan aimed at bolstering job training and employment opportunities in the community. The proposal… more ›

• Atlantic Avenue Mixed-Use Plan Aims to Tackle Housing Affordability Crisis in Brooklyn

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  Feb 18

  Local officials presented an overview of the Atlantic Avenue Mixed-Use Plan during a recent City Planning Commission meeting, addressing concerns regarding housing affordability in Brooklyn. The plan focuses on creating… more ›

• NYC Education Department Reports All-Time High in Special Education Service Delivery But Gaps Remain

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  Feb 17

  The New York City Department of Education (DOE) is making strides to enhance the delivery of special education services, ensuring that students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) receive the support… more ›

• Dwick Clinton Park North Development Proposal Sparks Debate on Affordable Housing and Infrastructure

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  Feb 17

  The recent public scoping meeting regarding the Dwick Clinton Park North application highlighted significant developments in the area’s affordable housing initiatives. Developers Fredland Properties and Chapman Group proposed a mixed-use… more ›

• Tablets Transform Communication and Commissary Access for Incarcerated Individuals, City Council Hears

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  Feb 17

  In a public meeting held on January 30, 2025, the City Council discussed the impact of introducing tablets in custody on interactions with commissary services. Officials noted that 84% of… more ›

• City Council Examines Impact of Kei Group’s Commissary Contract on Incarcerated Individuals’ Access to Essentials

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  Feb 17

  In a recent public meeting held on January 30, 2025, the New York City Council discussed the implications of the Kei Group’s commissary services contract on the access incarcerated individuals… more ›

• NYC Officials Outline Strategies for Addressing Flash Flooding in Non-Zone Areas

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  Feb 17

  City officials are taking steps to address flash flooding in neighborhoods throughout New York City, particularly in areas that are not officially designated as flood zones. During a recent meeting… more ›

• Community Organizations Key to NYC’s Flash Flood Preparedness, City Council Hears

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  Feb 17

  Emergency response planning for flash floods in New York City took center stage during a recent City Council hearing. The meeting, held by the Committee on Fire and Emergency Management,… more ›