Welcome to the June 2016 issue of
Network News
, the Supportive Housing Network of New York's monthly e-newsletter. You'll find lead articles on the end of the legislative session, an amended RFP from NYS HCR, an opening and a ground breaking in NYC, green building opportunities and more. Thanks for reading!
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End of Session Agreement on Supportive Housing
$150 million in new capital resources available toward 1,200 units of supportive housing in this fiscal year.
 The Governor and NYS Legislative leaders closed out the 2016 session on June 18th with an agreement to make $150 million in new capital resources available toward creating 1,200 units of supportive housing in this fiscal year. This capital funding is intended to complement the recently released request for proposals for services and operating to ensure timely completion of the first 1,200 units of the state's plan to create 6,000 units of supportive housing over the next five years.
According to a press release issued by the Governor's Office, "Today's agreement includes the execution of a memorandum of understanding to make more than $570 million in state resources available to advance capital construction and operating on the first 1,200 units of supportive housing under the Governor's sweeping $20 billion Housing and Homelessness plan." However, only $150 million is new resources, the remaining $420 million includes the existing service and operating funding, bonds and tax credits.
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NYS Homes & Community Renewal Releases Amended Multifamily Open Window Request for Proposals
Now amended to include $150 million toward 1,200 units of supportive housing statewide.
NYS Homes & Community Renewal has released an amended
Multifamily Open Window Request for Proposals. This RFP, which was originally released in April for highly ready projects, has now been amended to include $150 million toward creating 1200 units of supportive housing statewide. This capital funding is intended to complement the recently released
Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative Request for Proposals for services and operating for the first 1,200 units of the state's plan to create 20,000 units over the next 15 years. Applications will be accepted throughout the year with a final due date of March 1, 2017.
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The Sydelle Opens in the East Tremont Neighborhood of the Bronx
New residence provides 107 apartments to a mix of low-income and formerly homeless families and individuals.
For decades the nation's largest provider of services in supportive housing, the Center for Urban Community Services opened their third CUCS-developed-and-owned residence June 6th, The Sydelle, in the East Tremont neighborhood of the Bronx. Named for a longstanding supporter of CUCS,
Sydelle Ostberg, the Sydelle provides 107 apartments to a mix of low-income and formerly homeless families and individuals.
CUCS Board Chair and CSH Founder
Julie Sandorf kicked off the event along with CUCS President and CEO
Tony Hannigan. They were followed by a moving address from CUCS tenant
Laverne Rogers who told those assembled, "I used to live in fear. Now I feel safe...My neighbors come and check in on me after I've been in the hospital ...and I'm filling out job applications!"
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Morris Avenue Apartments Breaks Ground in University Heights
The residence will provide homes to a unique mix of moderate and
low income individuals and families as well as homeless individuals and at risk young adults.
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On May 17, Bronx Pro and Services for the UnderServed (SUS) broke ground on an innovative new project -- Morris Avenue Apartments -- a mixed use affordable apartment building in the University Heights neighborhood of the Bronx. The eleven story, 94 unit residence will provide homes to 14 moderate income families, 48 low income individuals and families as well as 31 apartments for a mix of formerly homeless individuals and young adults exiting residential treatment. There will be community rooms with computers, multiple outdoor recreation areas, and access for tenants to a 15-space parking lot. On-site supportive services will be provided by SUS.
Bronx community leaders, city officials, and University Heights residents came together for the event, which featured words from SUS's
Donna Colonna, Bronx Pro's
Peter Magistro, NYS HCR's
Charni Sochet, NYS OMH's
Caren Abate, NYS DOH's
Emily Engel, NYC HPD's
Susan Kensky, Red Stone Equity's
Richard Roberts, and City Council Member
Fernando Cabrera. The audience also included NYS Assembly Member
Victor Pichardo, Bronx Borough President
Ruben Diaz Jr., Bronx Community Board 5 Chair
Bola Omotosho.
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NYC Programs Help Buildings Go Green
These new programs include two retrofit programs aimed at lowering utility costs, increasing sustainability, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
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New York City Mayor's Office of Sustainability recently created a slew of new programs to help buildings 'go green' including two retrofit programs aimed at lowering utility costs, increasing sustainability, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
NYC Retrofit Accelerator is a citywide program geared towards large buildings that comply with the City's local building energy laws and buildings currently financed by the NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) or NYC Housing Development Corporation (HDC). The program offers free advisory services on implementing water and energy efficiency upgrades. The program offers direct assistance in coordinating compliance with local building energy laws, including Local Laws 87, 88, and the City's heating oil regulations; interpret energy audits; prioritize energy and water upgrades; and navigate financing and incentive options.
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Network
Jobs Board
Check out these job openings and many others on our Jobs Board. Network members can post their employment opportunities for free!
Service Coordinator for Community Access, Inc.
Senior Maintenance Mechanic for Community Access, Inc.
Recovery Specialists for Community Access, Inc.
Program Supervisor for Community Access, Inc.
Painter
for Community Access, Inc.
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Upcoming Events
PLEASE SAVE THE DATE -- Thursday, October 13th, 2016 for our Awards Gala! See
pictures from last year's event and read about the three Outstanding Tenants of the Year as well as our Government and Private Sector Partners and our Unsung Hero. We will be asking members for nominations for this year's awards gala soon!
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In the News
The Network tirelessly advocated for the signing of the MOU - and we are continuing our work on this front. See the extensive media coverage here.
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Comings and Goings
After eight years with the Robin Hood Foundation, Eric Weingartner is leaving to become President and CEO of University Settlement, The Door, and Broome Street Academy. Prior to his work with Robin Hood, Mr. Weingartner worked as a Vice President with FEGS and in the Mayor's Office. We look forward to continuing to work with you in your new role, Mr. Weingartner!
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Member News
To help prevent survivors of domestic violence living with HIV/AIDS from becoming homeless, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) announced more than $9 million to support eight local programs across the country working to protect and house these survivors - including Network member Unity House of Troy Inc. Congratulations, Unity House!
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