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PUBLIC TESTIMONY

Testimony by Samir Lavingia, Campaign Coordinator of Open New York

3:54:06

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128 sec

Samir Lavingia, representing Open New York, testified in favor of the Arrow Linen proposal, emphasizing the severe housing shortage in New York City and the need for more affordable housing in well-resourced neighborhoods like Windsor Terrace.

  • Highlighted the record-low 1.4% rental vacancy rate in NYC and the lack of affordable housing units in Windsor Terrace since 2008
  • Supported the Arrow Linen project as a step towards fair housing goals and creating affordable housing in a transit-rich area
  • Urged the council to approve the project without reducing the number of new homes, while supporting efforts to deepen affordability