NY: Urban Planning and Transportation
NY TSA workers’ contract provides better working conditions
New York transportation safety officers will see improved working conditions thanks to a newly ratified contract. The new American Federation of …
Report: NY bill can help climate-burdened communities
A new report shows the costs different regions of New York face from climate change. It says taxpayers were on the hook for more than $2 billion - …
NYS bill could speed up electric transmission installation
New York's Legislature is considering a bill to get clean-energy projects connected to the grid faster. It's called the RAPID Act, for "Renewable …
Advocates denounce Gov. Hochul’s NYC subway safety plan
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul's five-point New York City subway safety plan is being met with backlash from some community advocates. The plan calls …
NY bill would make polluters pay for climate damage
A New York bill would make polluters pay for climate change damage the state endured. The Climate Change Superfund Act requires companies who've …
NY advocates call out state for mishandling the housing crisis
New York housing advocates feel the state is not taking the affordable housing crisis seriously. The recent budget proposal and State of the State …
NY environmentalists push to pass HEAT Act in state budget
The New York HEAT Act is again making its way through the state Legislature. The bill aims to phase out gas-line extension allowances and gives the …
NYC 'congestion pricing' faces massive backlash
New York City's "congestion pricing" plan is set to start later this year, despite widespread opposition. The plan calls for drivers entering …
NY disability advocates provide winter weather tips
As winter approaches, New Yorkers with disabilities are preparing to tackle a tough time of the year. One of the biggest challenges is getting …
Defensores de discapacitados en NY dan consejos sobre clima invernal
A medida que se acerca el invierno, los neoyorquinos con discapacidades se preparan para afrontar una época difícil del año. Uno de …
Will big oil companies cover climate change costs in NY?
Some state and local lawmakers are on a long list calling on New York Gov. Kathy Hochul to require big oil companies to help offset the costs of …
MTA's needs assessment missing helpful cost information
New York advocates want to see changes made to MTA's 20-year needs assessment. Along with infrastructure modernization work, the Metropolitan …