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PUBLIC TESTIMONY

Testimony by Eric Lee, Director of Public Policy at Volunteers of America Greater New York

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      Eric Lee, Director of Public Policy at Volunteers of America Greater New York (VOAGNY), testified about the fiscal challenges faced by the organization due to delayed payments on city contracts. He emphasized the need for timely reimbursements and additional staff to address backlogs in contract processing.

      • VOAGNY is owed approximately $40 million for city contracts dating back to FY2017
      • The organization has spent $1 million in non-reimbursable interest this fiscal year due to contract delays
      • Lee supports Council Member Brandon's bill (Intro 514) to make interest reimbursable to nonprofits