The New York City Housing Authority is under fire for hiring a social media consultant to give the cash-strapped city agency a makeover. NYCHA Chairman John Rhea defended the payment of $200,000 in taxpayer funds to a brand management specialist by saying that it helps public housing residents stay [Full Story…]
WiFi Vans Bridge the “Digital Divide” in Brooklyn
June 30, 2012 at 10:01 am
A new pilot project of the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) is bringing high-speed Internet access to multiple NYCHA locations. The Digital Van not only provides Wi-Fi Internet access, but is also equipped with computers and printers for residents to use. According to the van's driver [Full Story…]
NYCHA’s Computer System Failing For NY Tenants
November 11, 2011 at 1:31 pm
Near almost a year since its launch, the New York City Housing Authority is still having problems running its computerized rent-collection system, NICE (NYCHA Improving Customer Experience). The $36 million system, launched in February, centers around tenants who receive Section 8 rent subsidies. [Full Story…]
NY Housing Authority Computer Upgrade Causes Massive Delays
April 19, 2011 at 1:04 pm
A $36 million computer system upgrade for the NY Housing Authority's Section 8 voucher program caused delays affecting NYers ability to live in or move in to new homes. The people involved in the program filed the paperwork according to the regulations of the federal program and instead of [Full Story…]
NYCHA Launches New Site for Production Companies
May 5, 2009 at 10:33 am
The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) has launched a new TV, film and photography Web site to aid production companies that are looking for resources when scouting for locations to shoot in New York.The Web site can be found here.Mayor's Office of Film, Theatre and [Full Story…]
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