"The mayor had asked that the Commission look in particular at the charter's approach to housing and planning, and I can't imagine a more urgent challenge for this body to take up," said the Commission's Chair Richard Buery, a former deputy mayor under Bill de Blasio and current CEO of the anti-poverty organization Robin Hood. This comment emphasizes the critical nature of the housing crisis in New York City.
"Our housing crisis severely limits where New Yorkers can live, what schools they can attend, how they can get to work, and whether their families can stay together," Buery added. "It is not hyperbolic to say that the future of housing is the future of New York City." This statement reinforces the far-reaching impact of housing policies on the community.
The new Commission will likewise focus on updating the 400-page charter-which 'defines the organization, functions, and essential procedures and policies' of city government-for potential changes to address the current housing shortage. This highlights the commission's aim to revise foundational policies specifically to tackle housing issues.
The Commission will hold a series of public hearings across all five boroughs in the coming months to garner ideas and feedback from the public, as well as from experts and advocates. This signifies the Commission's commitment to community involvement and transparency in the charter revision process.
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