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Comptroller audit slams NYCHA over repairs, finds potential millions in wasteful spending | amNewYork

NYCHA's audit revealed significant financial mismanagement, highlighting severe repair issues impacting tenant living conditions.
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City Council Brings Back Security at 55 NYCHA Senior Complexes in NYC

City Council restored funding for NYCHA security guards at senior buildings, prioritizing resident safety after previous budget cuts.

What Does NYCHA's Federal Monitor Do, Anyway?

NYCHA is under federal oversight with Jenner and Block as co-monitors, focusing on improving housing conditions for tenants.
The introduction of federal monitors aims to ensure accountability in NYCHA's housing management and repair processes.

City Council Brings Back Security at 55 NYCHA Senior Complexes in NYC

City Council restored funding for NYCHA security guards at senior buildings, prioritizing resident safety after previous budget cuts.

What Does NYCHA's Federal Monitor Do, Anyway?

NYCHA is under federal oversight with Jenner and Block as co-monitors, focusing on improving housing conditions for tenants.
The introduction of federal monitors aims to ensure accountability in NYCHA's housing management and repair processes.
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Coney Island public houses to vote on development's future and city involvement * Brooklyn Paper

Public housing sites in Coney Island to vote on entering city's affordability program for upgrades and improved services.

The Federal Bill That Would Pour $40 Billion Into NYCHA's Section 9

The Public Housing Emergency Response Act aims to secure a $70 billion investment in public housing to address urgent repair needs.

NYCHA Board Green Lights Plan to Demolish & Rebuild Lower Manhattan Developments

The housing authority approved plans to demolish and rebuild the Fulton and Elliott-Chelsea Houses, initiating tenant support measures during the process.

Voters at Coney Island Houses reject joining non-profit trust to underwrite repairs

Coney Island Houses tenants voted against the NYC Public Housing Preservation Trust, preferring traditional public housing funding for repairs.

In One Day, Four NYCHA Developments Convert to PACT Private Management

NYCHA's PACT program aims to improve public housing by unlocking over $800 million for essential repairs through new management.

Concerns About PACT Private Management Program Take the Spotlight at Annual NYCHA Hearing

NYCHA's PACT program aims to enhance public housing through private management and significant funding for repairs.

Coney Island public houses to vote on development's future and city involvement * Brooklyn Paper

Public housing sites in Coney Island to vote on entering city's affordability program for upgrades and improved services.

The Federal Bill That Would Pour $40 Billion Into NYCHA's Section 9

The Public Housing Emergency Response Act aims to secure a $70 billion investment in public housing to address urgent repair needs.

NYCHA Board Green Lights Plan to Demolish & Rebuild Lower Manhattan Developments

The housing authority approved plans to demolish and rebuild the Fulton and Elliott-Chelsea Houses, initiating tenant support measures during the process.

Voters at Coney Island Houses reject joining non-profit trust to underwrite repairs

Coney Island Houses tenants voted against the NYC Public Housing Preservation Trust, preferring traditional public housing funding for repairs.

In One Day, Four NYCHA Developments Convert to PACT Private Management

NYCHA's PACT program aims to improve public housing by unlocking over $800 million for essential repairs through new management.

Concerns About PACT Private Management Program Take the Spotlight at Annual NYCHA Hearing

NYCHA's PACT program aims to enhance public housing through private management and significant funding for repairs.
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Two Men Injured in Daylight Halloween Shooting Near Brooklyn's Cypress Hills

Two men were shot in Brooklyn on Halloween afternoon, raising safety concerns.
Community reactions highlight fears about violence during public holidays.

Brooklyn's Ingersoll Houses has been granted $30,000

Community engagement is vital for effectively utilizing the $30,000 grant for improvements at Ingersoll Houses.

Dog, crying in pain, found in Lower Manhattan trash compactor

A dog was found in a trash compactor in Manhattan and was humanely euthanized due to severe injuries.

NYC Housing employee arrested for drug possession in Brooklyn

An off-duty NYCHA employee was arrested for drug offenses in Brooklyn.
A man was attacked in the Bronx with a baseball bat.

Two Men Injured in Daylight Halloween Shooting Near Brooklyn's Cypress Hills

Two men were shot in Brooklyn on Halloween afternoon, raising safety concerns.
Community reactions highlight fears about violence during public holidays.

Brooklyn's Ingersoll Houses has been granted $30,000

Community engagement is vital for effectively utilizing the $30,000 grant for improvements at Ingersoll Houses.

Dog, crying in pain, found in Lower Manhattan trash compactor

A dog was found in a trash compactor in Manhattan and was humanely euthanized due to severe injuries.

NYC Housing employee arrested for drug possession in Brooklyn

An off-duty NYCHA employee was arrested for drug offenses in Brooklyn.
A man was attacked in the Bronx with a baseball bat.
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Radical Plans for Public Housing Stir Up Hope, and Doubt

Casa Celina provides vital housing for low-income seniors in the Bronx, addressing senior poverty and changing urban development strategies.

12 Years After Hurricane Sandy, NYCHA's Red Hook Residents Still Living in a Construction Zone

Residents of Red Hook Houses are frustrated with ongoing construction delays on a $485 million resiliency project, 12 years after Hurricane Sandy.

15-Year-Old Tristan Sanders Fatally Shot at Brooklyn NYCHA Building

A 15-year-old boy, Tristan Sanders, was shot and killed in a Brooklyn NYCHA building, emphasizing the serious issue of youth violence.

More Than 10,000 Public Housing Apartments Abated for Lead, NYCHA Says

NYCHA has completed abatement work in over 10,000 apartments as part of its commitment to lead-free housing.
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Brooklyn Woman Misses Critical Dialysis Appointments Due to Broken Elevators at NYCHA Apartment

A Brooklyn grandmother with mobility issues is struggling due to broken elevators, which affects her health and access to essential services.

Assemblymember Colton, local nonprofits help ease food insecurity for NYCHA residents

The food giveaway at NYCHA Marlboro Houses provided essential provisions to about 150 families, highlighting community collaboration in addressing food insecurity.

Brooklyn Woman Misses Critical Dialysis Appointments Due to Broken Elevators at NYCHA Apartment

A Brooklyn grandmother with mobility issues is struggling due to broken elevators, which affects her health and access to essential services.

Assemblymember Colton, local nonprofits help ease food insecurity for NYCHA residents

The food giveaway at NYCHA Marlboro Houses provided essential provisions to about 150 families, highlighting community collaboration in addressing food insecurity.
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NYCHA's New Federal Monitor Issues Mixed Reviews for Performance Over the Past 5 Years

Despite improvements, significant setbacks in NYCHA's maintenance operations persist, especially regarding mold, leaks, and lead remediation.
The new monitoring report underscores ongoing compliance issues within the New York City Housing Authority.

Speaking at church, State Sen. Myrie discusses advocacy for NYCHA residents

Sen. Myrie is focused on improving NYCHA conditions and addressing homelessness, highlighting accountability for community leaders.

NYCHA's New Federal Monitor Issues Mixed Reviews for Performance Over the Past 5 Years

Despite improvements, significant setbacks in NYCHA's maintenance operations persist, especially regarding mold, leaks, and lead remediation.
The new monitoring report underscores ongoing compliance issues within the New York City Housing Authority.

Speaking at church, State Sen. Myrie discusses advocacy for NYCHA residents

Sen. Myrie is focused on improving NYCHA conditions and addressing homelessness, highlighting accountability for community leaders.
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State to Give $35M to NYCHA Tenants For Unpaid Rent

NYCHA residents are receiving $35 million in state funding for COVID-related rental arrears to support vulnerable families in New York City.

NYCHA to Reopen Section 8 Waitlist After 15 Years. Here's How to Apply

NYCHA is reopening Section 8 waitlist after nearly 15 years closure.

State to Give $35M to NYCHA Tenants For Unpaid Rent

NYCHA residents are receiving $35 million in state funding for COVID-related rental arrears to support vulnerable families in New York City.

NYCHA to Reopen Section 8 Waitlist After 15 Years. Here's How to Apply

NYCHA is reopening Section 8 waitlist after nearly 15 years closure.
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Latest decisions from the Appellate Division, Second Department

Court dismisses mold exposure and retaliation claims against NYCHA for failure to file timely notice of claim.

Brooklyn childhood education center fighting to reopen after waiting months for NYCHA to address mold issues

The Bedford Stuyvesant Early Childhood Development Center struggles to reopen due to unresolved mold issues related to their facilities operated by NYCHA.
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Not playing around! Coney officials unveil new Gravesend Houses playground after years of advocacy * Brooklyn Paper

A newly constructed playground at Gravesend Houses in Coney Island represents a significant community victory and commitment to children's safety and play.

Students Develop Proposals For Stanley Avenue Preservation Community Room

The NYCHA STEAM Innovators program empowers middle school students to participate in community design, fostering skills in STEAM disciplines.

$30,000 from mayor's office heading to NYCHA development in Downtown Brooklyn

The $30,000 from the mayor's office aims to improve quality of life and safety in Ingersoll Houses, driven by resident input.

Not playing around! Coney officials unveil new Gravesend Houses playground after years of advocacy * Brooklyn Paper

A newly constructed playground at Gravesend Houses in Coney Island represents a significant community victory and commitment to children's safety and play.

Students Develop Proposals For Stanley Avenue Preservation Community Room

The NYCHA STEAM Innovators program empowers middle school students to participate in community design, fostering skills in STEAM disciplines.

$30,000 from mayor's office heading to NYCHA development in Downtown Brooklyn

The $30,000 from the mayor's office aims to improve quality of life and safety in Ingersoll Houses, driven by resident input.
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Dog allegedly thrown down trash chute: NYPD

The cruel act of throwing a dog down a trash chute has sparked an investigation and raised concerns over security at NYCHA complexes.

12 Residents Injured in Three Brooklyn Fires

Three fires in Brooklyn left 12 injured residents. The first fire occurred at NYCHA's Tilden Houses, leaving five with minor injuries.
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All You Need to Know About NYCHA's Section 8 Waitlist Opening June 3

NYCHA is reopening the Section 8 housing choice voucher waitlist to the public for the first time since December 2009, placing 200,000 new applicants from low-income households.
The online application process will be open from June 3 to June 9, with a lottery selection process giving every applicant an equal chance. Duplicate applications are discouraged.

Scores of N.Y.C. Public Housing Workers Charged in Record Corruption Case

Over 60 current and former employees of the New York City Housing Authority have been charged with bribery and extortion.
Defendants allegedly accepted cash payments from contractors in exchange for awarding NYCHA contracts.
The charges represent a single-day record for the Department of Justice.

All You Need to Know About NYCHA's Section 8 Waitlist Opening June 3

NYCHA is reopening the Section 8 housing choice voucher waitlist to the public for the first time since December 2009, placing 200,000 new applicants from low-income households.
The online application process will be open from June 3 to June 9, with a lottery selection process giving every applicant an equal chance. Duplicate applications are discouraged.

Scores of N.Y.C. Public Housing Workers Charged in Record Corruption Case

Over 60 current and former employees of the New York City Housing Authority have been charged with bribery and extortion.
Defendants allegedly accepted cash payments from contractors in exchange for awarding NYCHA contracts.
The charges represent a single-day record for the Department of Justice.
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Colton: Section 8 Waiting List applications open for six days during June

New York City's Section 8 voucher program waiting list will reopen after nearly 15 years for a brief period in June.

NYPD Identifies Teen Fatally Shot Outside NYCHA Complex in Canarsie

Police identify 15-year-old fatally shot outside Brooklyn NYCHA complex
Javel Lawton was shot in the torso after exchanging words with a suspect

Brooklyn Apartment Fire Leaves 1 Killed, Three Injured

One person killed and three others, including a 2-year-old, in critical condition after a fire in Brooklyn.
The fire broke out in a first-floor apartment of a NYCHA building on Bond Street in Gowanus.

Teen Shot Multiple Times in Brownsville, Cops Search For Assailant

Police are searching for a gunman who shot an 18-year-old multiple times in the face and neck inside a Brooklyn NYCHA building.
Detectives and officers rushed to the scene at the Marcus Garvey Houses in Brownsville after the shooting incident.

Brave Teen Saves Boy Injured in Ocean Hill Shooting

An 18-year-old woman assisted an 11-year-old boy who was shot inside a NYCHA building in Brooklyn.
The incident involved the boy, his sister, and other teenagers playing with a gun in a stairwell.

Man Fatally Shot Inside Brooklyn NYCHA Property: NYPD

A man was fatally shot in the lobby of a NYCHA development in Brooklyn.
The incident occurred in the same building where another shooting took place in 2022.

Colton: Section 8 Waiting List applications open for six days during June

New York City's Section 8 voucher program waiting list will reopen after nearly 15 years for a brief period in June.

NYPD Identifies Teen Fatally Shot Outside NYCHA Complex in Canarsie

Police identify 15-year-old fatally shot outside Brooklyn NYCHA complex
Javel Lawton was shot in the torso after exchanging words with a suspect

Brooklyn Apartment Fire Leaves 1 Killed, Three Injured

One person killed and three others, including a 2-year-old, in critical condition after a fire in Brooklyn.
The fire broke out in a first-floor apartment of a NYCHA building on Bond Street in Gowanus.

Teen Shot Multiple Times in Brownsville, Cops Search For Assailant

Police are searching for a gunman who shot an 18-year-old multiple times in the face and neck inside a Brooklyn NYCHA building.
Detectives and officers rushed to the scene at the Marcus Garvey Houses in Brownsville after the shooting incident.

Brave Teen Saves Boy Injured in Ocean Hill Shooting

An 18-year-old woman assisted an 11-year-old boy who was shot inside a NYCHA building in Brooklyn.
The incident involved the boy, his sister, and other teenagers playing with a gun in a stairwell.

Man Fatally Shot Inside Brooklyn NYCHA Property: NYPD

A man was fatally shot in the lobby of a NYCHA development in Brooklyn.
The incident occurred in the same building where another shooting took place in 2022.
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#senior-buildings

'We Don't Move like We Used To': NYCHA Seniors React to Planned Unarmed Security Cut

NYCHA plans to eliminate security program at senior buildings despite tenant safety concerns.

55 NYCHA senior buildings in Brooklyn, the Bronx to lose unarmed security service this summer

Residents are losing unarmed security services in NYCHA senior buildings, raising safety concerns.

'We Don't Move like We Used To': NYCHA Seniors React to Planned Unarmed Security Cut

NYCHA plans to eliminate security program at senior buildings despite tenant safety concerns.

55 NYCHA senior buildings in Brooklyn, the Bronx to lose unarmed security service this summer

Residents are losing unarmed security services in NYCHA senior buildings, raising safety concerns.
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Tenants file lawsuit against NYCHA, Disability Assistance office alleging rental discrimination during pandemic - Bronx Times

Discriminatory rental practices lawsuit against NYCHA and OTDA during COVID-19 pandemic.

Residentes de viviendas publicas exigen $5.000 millones de dolares de financiacion estatal

La financiación permitiría reparar 40.000 apartamentos y ayudar a cubrir los impagos de alquiler acumulados durante la pandemia de COVID-19.
Los arrendatarios piden $500 millones para alquileres atrasados, mientras que los defensores exigen $4.500 millones para reparaciones de viviendas públicas en Nueva York.

NYCHA staffer once caught naked on video call dodges questions about historic bribery case before jumping into Mercedes

Disgraced NYCHA staffer Alex Tolozano attempted to avoid questions by reporters by getting into a luxury car outside his home.
Tolozano retired just two weeks before being charged in a historic 'pay-to-play' corruption case.

Woman brutally stabbed 14 times by career criminal sues housing authority for unlocked entrance in NYC complex

A woman who was brutally attacked in a NYCHA complex has filed a negligence suit against the agency for failing to secure the building entrance.
The lawsuit claims that the entrance door to the building where the attack took place was still unlocked during a recent visit.

These adorable UWS horses have officially returned to the neighborhood

The Nivola Horses, iconic sculptures in New York City, have been restored and returned to their original location.
The restoration process took several years and involved reaching out to experts and traveling to Europe for proper restoration measures.

NYCHA residents to start receiving $95 million in emergency rental assistance

$95 million in state money will be given to NYCHA residents in need of rental assistance.
The funds are part of a larger investment in public housing and Section 8.
NYCHA residents were previously excluded from emergency rental assistance.

NYC Section 8 housing voucher waitlist reopens for first time in 15 years but acceptance depends on a lottery | amNewYork

City Hall reopened Section 8 waitlist after 15 years, offering low-income families vouchers for private apartments.

Floodwater bursts through NYC apartment wall weeks after tenant reported "mystery" leak

NYCHA tenant in Brooklyn faces ankle-deep water flooding during storms, with repetitive issues leading to the need for relocation.

City Hall's community hiring' effort launched to add workers from lower-income communities

Mayor Eric Adams announces community hiring initiative to prioritize city-contracted workers from lower-income communities.
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