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Following a closed-door conference Friday, the Legal Aid Society urged the state to step up its efforts to protect the right to shelter in New York City, where tens of…

ByEmma Whitford 3Comments

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Aug 2023

Government Housing and Homelessness

“They Are Fast to Get You Out of Here”: Asylum Seekers Bed Down Outdoors as Shelter System Buckles

The administration said this week that its shelter system is at capacity. In addition to those sleeping under the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway, dozens are also camping out on sidewalks outside the…

ByDaniel Parra 0Comments

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Jul 2023

Government Housing and Homelessness Justice Politics

Mayor Adams Puts 60-Day Limit on Shelter Stays for Adult Migrants

In the coming days, the city will start notifying asylum seekers staying in its Humanitarian Emergency Response and Relief Centers of the new time limit, starting with single adults who’ve…

ByJeanmarie Evelly

ByEmma Whitford 0Comments

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Jul 2023

Government Homelessness Housing and Homelessness Justice Politics

Former Homeless Services Head to Oppose City in Right-to-Shelter Litigation

Steve Banks, who served as social services commissioner under former Mayor Bill de Blasio, is returning to a familiar posture—opposing City Hall in litigation over the city’s unique shelter rights…

ByEmma Whitford 2Comments

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Jun 2023

Government Housing and Homelessness

Bill Looks to Set Standards for Emergency Shelters as City Opens 12th Migrant Relief Center

A bill introduced in the City Council would establish “minimum standards” for HERRCs and respite centers that the city would have to meet, including that beds be at least…

ByDaniel Parra

ByJeanmarie Evelly 0Comments

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Jun 2023

Government Housing and Homelessness Transportation

Asylum Seekers at Queens ‘Respite Center’ Make a Choice: Stay or Go?

On Wednesday afternoon, two buses carrying more than 60 people from city shelter left for the Ramada Inn in Albany, where officials say they’re also nearing capacity. Those who opted…

ByDaniel Parra 0Comments

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May 2023

Government Housing and Homelessness

City’s Houses Of Worship Gear Up to Shelter Asylum Seekers

Sources familiar with the plan say the city is looking to open 950 shelter beds at sites run by dozens of religious organizations in the coming months.

ByDaniel Parra 3Comments

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May 2023

Government Housing and Homelessness Justice

Mayor Suspends Some ‘Right to Shelter’ Rules in Scramble to House Asylum Seekers

The mayor defended the move, saying the city had little choice as it struggles to keep up with a ballooning shelter population. But advocates say the change undermines the city’s…

ByDaniel Parra

ByJeanmarie Evelly

ByEmma Whitford 1Comment

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Oct 2022

Government Housing and Homelessness Politics

First Look at NYC’s 1,000-Cot Barracks for Asylum Seekers

Length of stay at the cavernous barracks on Randall’s Island will depend on the availability of other housing options, and the efforts of New York City officials who have pledged…

ByDavid Brand 1Comment

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Sep 2022

Economy Government Housing and Homelessness Resources

Fewer NYC Families Left Shelters for Permanent Homes Last Year. New Report Shows How to Ease More Moves

More than 5,200 New York City families moved from homeless shelters to permanent housing during the 2022 fiscal year, down significantly from the year prior. A new report says the…

ByDavid Brand 0Comments

‘A Clear Violation of the Law’: Shelter Strain Sends City and State Back to Court

“They Are Fast to Get You Out of Here”: Asylum Seekers Bed Down Outdoors as Shelter System Buckles

Mayor Adams Puts 60-Day Limit on Shelter Stays for Adult Migrants

Former Homeless Services Head to Oppose City in Right-to-Shelter Litigation

Bill Looks to Set Standards for Emergency Shelters as City Opens 12th Migrant Relief Center

Asylum Seekers at Queens ‘Respite Center’ Make a Choice: Stay or Go?

City’s Houses Of Worship Gear Up to Shelter Asylum Seekers

Mayor Suspends Some ‘Right to Shelter’ Rules in Scramble to House Asylum Seekers

First Look at NYC’s 1,000-Cot Barracks for Asylum Seekers

Fewer NYC Families Left Shelters for Permanent Homes Last Year. New Report Shows How to Ease More Moves

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