Residents of developments in Brooklyn and Manhattan say leaks, mildew and other problems are the daily concern of their neighbors in the beleaguered public-housing authority.
A NYCHA tenant leader speaks out.
Much of Torres’ legislative record fits easily with his profile as a millennial progressive. But on public housing, his bread-and-butter issue, Torres has departed from some progressive allies in supporting controversial elements of Next Generation NYCHA.
Claremont Village is affected by severe rat activity, scoring the maximum 3 out of 3 points, according to a fall 2016 study by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
The mayor unlocked a door between homeless shelters and public housing that his predecessor had closed. Some advocates want de Blasio to open it event wider.
Malliotakis made sure public housing was on her campaign trail. But will she be the better candidate for NYCHA’s residents?
Two faith-based organizations are calling for investments in NYCHA and 15,000 units of affordable senior apartments on NYCHA land.
‘We are writing to correct the record regarding the emergency transfer process at the New York City Housing Authority.’
Freelance author Ese Olumhense appeared on Thursday’s Brian Lehrer Show on WNYC to discuss her story about the obstacles facing crime witness and victims who try to transfer to safer places within NYCHA. Give a listen:
NYCHA has taken steps to improve its emergency transfer program for crime witnesses and victims who want to move to new developments for their safety. But administrative delays and practical hurdles abound.
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