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NYC Housing Calendar, Sept. 30-Oct. 7
Jeanmarie Evelly |
City Limits rounds up the latest housing and land use-related events, public hearings and affordable housing lotteries that are ending soon.
Government
‘Again & Again, For Years’: Read the Corruption Allegations Against Mayor Eric Adams
Jeanmarie Evelly, Mariana Simões, Tatyana Turner, Chris Janaro and Daniel Parra |
A federal indictment unsealed Thursday accuses Adams of accepting bribes—including illegal campaign contributions and luxury travel perks—from Turkish nationals and at least one official, during both his time as mayor and as Brooklyn borough president.
Government
What They’re Saying: Reactions to Eric Adams’ Federal Indictment
Jeanmarie Evelly |
After news broke Wednesday night that the mayor was indicted by federal prosecutors, a chorus of elected officials and local leaders have called for Eric Adams to resign, while others say they’re withholding judgement until more details are released. Adams has maintained his innocence.
Government
Planning Commission Approves ‘City of Yes’ Housing Plan by 10-3 Vote
Jeanmarie Evelly |
The City Planning Commission Wednesday approved the package of zoning reforms with some modifications, including exempting NYCHA campuses from a proposal that would make it easier to build infill housing. The plan is headed to the City Council next for a final vote.
Government
NYC Housing Calendar, Sept. 23-30
Jeanmarie Evelly |
City Limits rounds up the latest housing and land use-related events, public hearings and affordable housing lotteries that are ending soon.
Government
City Sees More Sewer Backups Due to Increased Rainfall, New Data Shows
Jeanmarie Evelly |
Sewer backups on city infrastructure jumped nearly 32 percent during the most recent fiscal year that ended in June, the result of more wet weather: the five boroughs were doused in some 61.3 inches of rainfall, compared to 39.9 inches the year before.
Government
Cash Assistance Recipients Navigate Revived Work Requirements, As City Processing Times Tick Up
Jeanmarie Evelly and Anastasia Tomkin |
Advocates worry that the reinstated rules will inevitably lead to some New Yorkers losing the aid they rely on to make ends meet, especially in the face of a steep rise in the number of people getting the assistance—alongside increased bureaucratic hurdles for recipients since the pandemic began.
Government
NYC Housing Calendar, Sept. 16-23
Jeanmarie Evelly |
City Limits rounds up the latest housing and land use-related events, public hearings and affordable housing lotteries that are ending soon.
Government
New Laws Aim to Support NYC Tenants Displaced by Fire
Jeanmarie Evelly |
“Displacement following a fire or a structural emergency in your home is one of the most disruptive experiences a family can have,” said Bronx Councilmember Pierina Ana Sanchez, who sponsored one of two bills passed Thursday.
Government
NYC Housing Calendar, Sept. 9-16
Jeanmarie Evelly |
City Limits rounds up the latest housing and land use-related events, public hearings and affordable housing lotteries that are ending soon.
