How Can New York Be a City of ‘Yes, And?’

How Can New York Be a City of ‘Yes, And?’

By Jumaane Williams, Citylimits.org “While revised zoning enables new structures, what other structures can we put in place to ensure that rising developments aren’t accompanied by still-rising rents?” On Thursday, the City Council is set to vote on “City of Yes”—a plan to increase housing production, put forward by the mayor and adjusted to be significantly […]

Mayor Eric Adams and Elected Officials Have Failed NYCHA Residents – Is It Time to Fire Them?

Mayor Eric Adams and Elected Officials Have Failed NYCHA Residents – Is It Time to Fire Them?

By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial credit: a katz / shutterstock.com  This analysis explores critical topics affecting NYCHA housing and its residents. It begins by distinguishing between two federal housing programs—Section 8 and Section 9 (traditional public housing)—before diving into actionable guidance for residents. 1.Introduction The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) stands as the […]