Mayor Eric Adams is set to meet with four Brooklyn childcare centers at risk of closure due to the city's decision not to renew their leases. Following public outcry and protests from families and local officials, Adams's office and the Department of Education have acknowledged community concerns but have not committed to reopening the facilities. Critics of the city's claims argue that enrollment and funding data are flawed, emphasizing the critical role these centers play in their neighborhoods and the necessity for continued operation.
"These communities have made it very clear to the city that we are not going to allow the shutting down of institutions that helped raise our children..."
"The Mayor's commitment to discussions is a clear sign that community resistance is working - but talk is not enough," said Council Member Jennifer Gutiérrez.
"The DOE abruptly informed four facilities contracted by the city to provide free and low-cost childcare that it would not be renewing their leases..."
"...supporters criticize city data, calling out funding issues and highlighting that the DOE's numbers were wrong due to being months behind on payments."
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