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Daily Archives: July 26, 2019

The comptroller details in a new audit how NYCHA mismanages funds by authorizing roof replacements instead of properly maintaining and repairing them.
Posted inFeatured News

‘Enough Already!’ Stringer Calls on De Blasio to Fix NYCHA Mismanagement

by Andrea Leonhardt July 26, 2019January 28, 2021

A new comptroller’s audit uncovered that the New York City Housing Authority wasted millions of dollars in roof repairs by dodging inspections and proper maintenance.  Comptroller Scott M. Stringer revealed […]

Posted inFeatured News

New Health Hub Brings Primary and Specialty Care to East NY

by Andrea Leonhardt July 26, 2019January 28, 2021

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