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News of the Week

Biden Plan Offers ‘Hope’ for City’s Sluggish Vaccine Rollout, Mayor Says ([link removed])
Mayor de Blasio is asking the federal government to allocate more doses for the city, to account for those who work and get vaccinated in New York but don’t reside here. He also wants permission for the city to tap into its reserve of second doses while it awaits more vaccine supply.

Fundraising Boasts and Policy Ideas as Manhattan DA’s Race Heats Up ([link removed])
While two candidates reported having more than a million on hand to fuel a five-month push to the Democratic primary, two others released policy plans for conviction review and re-entry planning.

Advocates, Lawmakers Hope to Pass Racial Impact Rezoning Legislation This Spring ([link removed])
‘The way in which land is rezoned in this city has subsequently made it difficult for many New Yorkers to find a home, let alone stay in their homes,’ Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, who co-sponsored the bill, said at a hearing last week. Advocates expect the legislation to come before a full City Council vote by April of this year.

Comptroller Candidate Says He’ll Audit the NYPD Budget to Identify Cuts ([link removed])
State Sen. Brian Benjamin also answered questions about his outside work for an investment firm.

David Weprin Says He’ll Target City Contracts As Comptroller ([link removed])
The veteran official also plots a cautious path on fossil-fuel divestment and says he’s opposed to reducing NYPD headcount.
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** Pandemic Expansion of Telehealth Has Improved Access for Kids in Child Welfare System: Report
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** The Check In: NYC's Vaccine Challenges
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In this week’s episode of The Check In – City Limits’ weekly newsroom podcast – Managing Editor Jeanmarie Evelly talks with COVID-19 reporter Nicole Javorsky about the latest with New York’s vaccination program, how it could be impacted by President Joe Biden’s plan ([link removed]) and the logistical challenges to reaching all of the city’s older residents who are currently eligible.
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Aspirantes a la alcaldía publican planes en medio ambiente ([link removed])
Ocho años después de los estragos de la supertormenta Sandy hay una urgencia en torno a la resiliencia climática.

Defensores esperan que legisladores aprueben esta primavera una ley de sobre el impacto racial en rezonificaciones ([link removed])
Los defensores esperan que la legislación se someta a votación en el Concejo de la ciudad en abril de este año.

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Opinion: NYC Subways Urgently Need More Cops ([link removed])
‘The math is simple. In a time when less people are riding the subway due to the COVID-19 pandemic, crime is more likely to occur due to the lack of potential eyewitnesses and brave New Yorkers present as psychological and physical deterrents.’
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