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PUBLIC TESTIMONY

Testimony by Sheena Benjamin, Harlem Native and Community Member, on One45 for Harlem Development Proposal

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    Sheena Benjamin, a Harlem native and mother, strongly opposes the One45 for Harlem development proposal. She argues that the project does not meet the community's needs, particularly in terms of affordability, and would lead to displacement of long-time Harlem residents.

    • Benjamin highlights the disparity between the Area Median Income (AMI) used for "affordable" units and the actual median income in Harlem.
    • She emphasizes the current housing crisis in New York City, with extremely low vacancy rates for truly affordable units.
    • While not opposed to development in general, Benjamin calls for solutions that genuinely benefit the existing Harlem community.