QUESTION
Should a full agency for immigrant affairs be established in NYC?
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The concept of creating a full agency for immigrant affairs is under consideration, focusing on improving long-term operations for asylum seekers and streamlining services.
- Molly Schaeffer, Interim Director at OASO, underscores the importance of evaluating different models for addressing asylum seeker operations over the next several years.
- Alexa Avilés, Council Member, highlights that 40% of New York City's population consists of immigrants, underscoring the need for a centralized agency to consolidate services.