deception
Union Leader: Punishments for NYCHA Deceit Must Start at the Top
Jarrett Murphy |
The man representing line workers at the housing authority said he had never heard of the deceptions that federal prosecutors claimed were systemic.
The man representing line workers at the housing authority said he had never heard of the deceptions that federal prosecutors claimed were systemic.
The city signed a sweeping consent decree, ending the threat of civil suit or criminal prosecution by agreeing to a federal monitor and billions in new spending.
Much has been written about the proposal to triple minimum rents for the very lowest income households. That’s not even the worst of it.
‘NYCHA is pushing the project forward without listening to us and in violation of our rights under federal law.’
At-Risk Community Services, the nonprofit advising the Citywide Council of Presidents in its dealings with the mayor, Council and governor, was only founded in November. But its parent organization has trod a long and successful—if occasionally bumpy—road.
The New York Press Club recognized City Limits in the categories of Best Feature-Internet and Best Political Coverage-Internet.
The borough president explained why he defends Mayor de Blasio, how he feels about Albany’s treatment of Brooklyn compared with other boroughs, and what his approach would be if he wins City Hall.
He didn’t break it. But he took responsibility for getting it fixed.
As HUD secretary in the 1990s, Andrew Cuomo approved the demolition of tens of thousands of public-housing units around the country. Results for tenants were mixed.
Citywide Council of Presidents chair Danny Barber has sued to get an independent monitor appointed to oversee NYCHA. But as he tells the Max & Murphy podcast, what his organization wants most of all is a voice in the authority’s decision making.