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Housing and Homelessness

What Ever Happened to CBAs? The Rise and Fall of ‘Community Benefits Agreements’ in NYC

Neil deMause | January 18, 2022

Once a seemingly promising structure to ensure that real estate groups don’t run roughshod over local neighborhoods in development deals—and still a common practice in other cities—CBAs are now disdained by many New York City community groups and developers alike. The mechanism’s demise is a lesson, development experts say, in both the strength and limitations of demanding concessions in exchange for neighborhood-changing construction projects.

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COVID-19 Surge at Rikers Begins to Decline, But Chaotic Conditions Persist

Jeanmarie Evelly | January 12, 2022

The 7-day positivity rate in New York City jails was just over 19 percent on Sunday—down from nearly 37 percent just a week prior, the most recent data shows. But the humanitarian crisis at Rikers Island continues unabated, attorneys representing those behind bars testified Tuesday.

Government

The Borough Presidents of The Bronx’s Past

Jeanmarie Evelly | December 22, 2021

As Vanessa Gibson prepares to take office as the borough’s leader next month, three Bronx “beeps”—Robert Abrams, Adolfo Carrión Jr. and current Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr.— sat down to discuss the role of the office, their most memorable moments and advice for their successor.

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‘He’s the Glue’—Friends Honor Slain Soccer Star Who Helped Build a Team of Homeless New Yorkers

David Brand | December 21, 2021

Akeem Loney was most at home on a patch of turf in Allerton. Outside the neighborhood, the 32-year-old—who was stabbed to death while sleeping on the subway last month—helped grow a citywide soccer program from a shelter on Wards Island.

Housing and Homelessness

Five Years After Fatal Radiator Explosion, Bronx Tenants Continue Fight for Safer Housing

David Brand | December 7, 2021

The tragedy galvanized residents of 710-720 Hunts Point Ave., where the incident took place, to demand safer conditions. A half decade later, they’re still fighting for fixes. “We’ll never forget that day those little girls died,” tenant association leader Annie Martinez told City Limits. “And they haven’t changed anything since.”

Housing and Homelessness

NYC Cutting CORE From Youth Homeless Shelters In Wake of CEO Self-Dealing Accusations

David Brand | December 3, 2021

Since July 1, the city has paid CORE nearly $3 million to operate five shelters that provide two-year stays for young people experiencing homelessness. The troubled nonprofit operates 99 beds for teens and young adults in Brooklyn and The Bronx.

Opinion: It’s Time for Permanent, Equitable 24/7 Open Streets

Vanessa Gibson and Carlina Rivera | November 17, 2021

‘The limited Open Streets we have are not distributed equitably. There are no active Open Streets in any of the six community boards that have the fewest residents living near parks. Of all the active Open Street miles in operation today, only 2.2 percent are in the Bronx.’

Age Justice

After Pandemic Reopening, NYC Senior Centers Adjust to New Normal

Olivia Bensimon | November 11, 2021

The reopening of the city’s senior centers this summer brought great joy and relief for many. But capacity restrictions remain in place, and staffers who work with older adults say they’re concerned about the ongoing impact the prolonged isolation may have had on members.

CITY VIEWS: OPINIONS and ANALYSIS

HRA Job Center 1365 Jerome Avenue in the Bronx

Opinion: Addressing Mental Health Needs Will Help More NYers Get Back to Work

Eileen Torres | November 9, 2021

‘The trauma and isolation of the pandemic has taken its toll. In The Bronx, we experienced disproportionately high numbers of COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations, and deaths. Until the mental health needs of our participants are addressed, it is difficult—if not impossible—for them to secure and retain employment.’

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After Monthslong Split, United Healthcare and Bronx’s Montefiore Reach Agreement

Liz Donovan | October 28, 2021

After a nearly year-long stalemate that left tens of thousands of New York City patients scrambling to access coverage, the two parties say they’ve reached an agreement that will restore Montefiore’s services to those with employer-sponsored UHC and Oxford plans come Dec. 1.

Neil deMause | January 18, 2022

Jeanmarie Evelly | January 12, 2022

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David Brand | December 21, 2021

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Vanessa Gibson and Carlina Rivera | November 17, 2021

Olivia Bensimon | November 11, 2021

Eileen Torres | November 9, 2021

Liz Donovan | October 28, 2021

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