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Discussion of Jobs Plus program cuts and impacts

1:03:15

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5 min

Council Member Diana I. Ayala inquires about recent cuts to the Jobs Plus program, which serves New York City housing developments.

Scott French from HRA confirms that two contracts were ended as part of a PEG plan, affecting four developments. They discuss the current number of developments served (40) and the follow-up practices of the Jobs Plus program compared to other HRA contracts.

  • Two Jobs Plus contracts were ended, impacting four housing developments
  • The program currently serves 40 developments, down from 44 previously
  • Jobs Plus follows up with individuals for over a year, compared to 6 months for other HRA contracts