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MWBE Procurement: KPMG discusses ways NYC can reach its goal to G.R.O.W. Gaining Resources Opportunities and Wins
City & State's Diversity Summit brings together thinkers and leaders dedicated to fostering business partnerships between the state and local government, prime contractors and MWBEs.
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How NYC is streamlining MWBE contracting
Lisa Flores, chief procurement officer and director of the Mayor's Office of Contract Services, discussed efforts that have improved how MWBE vendors interact with the city in a Q&A at City & State’s Diversity Summit
Immigration
Politics
NYC plans to house some asylum-seekers in suburban counties
With the city running out of space to house migrants, the Adams administration will pay for housing and services at two hotels in Rockland and Orange counties.
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
How NYC is streamlining MWBE contracting
Lisa Flores, chief procurement officer and director of the Mayor's Office of Contract Services, discussed efforts that have improved how MWBE vendors interact with the city in a Q&A at City & State’s Diversity Summit.
Policy
Policy
In New York, Narcan is becoming a household name
Lawmakers have worked to increase access to the opioid overdose reversal drug as thousands continue to die every year from overdoses.
Criminal Justice
Policy
A (not so) brief guide to New York’s bail reform evolution
Highly technical modifications to the state’s criminal procedure law have become a symbol of “soft on crime” policies and derailed negotiations over multiple budgets.
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
Latrice Walker: ‘Agitate, advocate, legislate – and if that doesn't work – litigate’
After going on a three-week hunger strike to protest further bail reform rollbacks, the New York Assembly member said she plans to bring the fight to court.
Policy
Policy
Attorney General James proposes bill regulating crypto industry
The CRPTO Act would require crypto exchanges to publish audited financial statements and prohibit them from lending out their customers' funds.
Nonprofits
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New York City launches campaign to connect nonprofits with volunteers
With recruitment a growing problem, the Spread Love NYC campaign aims to increase community involvement
Heard Around Town
Politics
Andy King ordered back on the ballot for Bronx City Council race
Once expelled from the City Council, King is trying to win back his old seat, in spite of term limit laws.
Transportation
Policy
Take the ‘Which buses should be free’ poll
City & State wants to know where readers want free bus routes under a new MTA pilot program.
Politics
Politics
After criticism, Hochul tries to clarify comments on subway killing
Progressives criticized the governor – and Mayor Adams – for not forcefully condemning the killing of Jordan Neely.
Labor
Policy
Report: Amazon warehouse injuries surpass other facilities in NY
Worker advocates are pushing a bill meant to reduce injuries among warehouse employees.
Policy
Policy
What’s up with the New York City schools budget this year?
Mayor Eric Adams proposed a nearly $1 billion cut to the $31 billion Department of Education budget.
Nonprofits
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New York City Council pushes affordable housing package
Several bills are in the Community Land Act, including two that prioritize nonprofits in housing development.
Campaign Confidential
Politics
New York City elections in presidential years? Consultants don’t like it.
The Campaign Finance Board’s annual report recommends consolidating city, state and federal elections to boost turnout.
Nonprofits
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