North Hempstead: New Town Building Dept. Leadership After 10 Years
Sep 10, 2024 1 min read
"North Hempstead Building Commissioner John Niewender will retire next month as town officials plan reforms to the department, officials said.
Nassau: Non-Profit Plans Island Park Veterans Village
Sep 10, 2024 1 min read
"The Tunnel to Towers Foundation plans to tear down a derelict motel in Island Park and build more than 40 apartments for homeless veterans on the site
Vote for Your 2025/26 LIBOR Director Candidates
Sep 6, 2024 2 min read
Members will be able to choose up to thirteen (14) At-Large Director candidates when they vote online during the “Virtual” Annual Meeting of the Membership of LIBOR scheduled for September 12, 2024.
Congress 2024: With NY House Races Key, D'Esposito vs. Gillen Rematch Takes Spotlight
Sep 4, 2024 2 min read
A Long Island congressional race considered one of the closest in the state may have ramifications beyond November – as local Democrats and Republicans duke it out for a message win
Housing Crisis: Office Conversions Surge But NY State Policies Lag Nation
Sep 4, 2024 2 min read
It's happening: Public incentives and private angst are combining to drive dozens of projects past the planning stages.
Queens: Borough Pres. Donovan Richards Talks to NY1 About "City of Yes"
Sep 4, 2024 1 min read
Following last week's announcement, he would back Mayor Eric Adams' (D) "City of Yes for Housing Opportunity" 
LIBOR Launches 'Why LIBOR - A Video Series' Showcasing the Benefits of LIBOR Membership
Aug 29, 2024 2 min read
LIBOR is thrilled to announce the launch of "Why LIBOR - A Video Series," a compelling collection of narratives and success stories that highlight the significant impact LIBOR membership has had on its leaders and members.
NYC: Registration Opens For LIBOR-HGAR Joint "NYC Lobby Day" on 10/23
Aug 28, 2024 1 min read
Registration is now open for LIBOR members who live or work in New York City to join our first annual "NYC Lobby Day" at City Hall on Wednesday, October 23, 2024
REALTOR® Call for Action: Tell Congress to Protect Independent Contractor Status
Aug 28, 2024 1 min read
Want to keep your independent contractor status? You need to contact your member of Congress!
Queens: Borough Pres. Donovan Richards Backs "City of Yes" - With Conditions
Aug 28, 2024 1 min read
"Richards on Monday announced his conditional support for the Adams administration’s 'City of Yes' housing proposal, becoming the final borough president to weigh in on the highly contested plan
Long Island: Newsday Urges Flexibility in NYS "Pro-Housing Community" Plan
Aug 28, 2024 1 min read
"Patchogue always has been an example of what Long Island does right when it comes to housing.
NYC Fiscal Watchdog Urges Governor to Veto Extension of Commercial Property Tax Break
Aug 21, 2024 1 min read
This week, the Citizens Budget Commission sent a letter to Governor Hochul requesting a veto of legislation that would extend the Industrial & Commercial Abatement Program (ICAP) for 4 years.
Federal Government Approves New York State’s Initial Proposal to Expand Broadband Access
Aug 21, 2024 1 min read
On Tuesday, the U.S. Department of Commerce approved more than $664 million in funding for New York State to expand broadband access to areas of the state currently lacking it.
New York City Mayor Criticizes Opponents of His Housing Plan
Aug 21, 2024 1 min read
As the public review of the City of Yes for Housing Opportunity proposal continues, New York City’s Mayor Adams criticized opponents of his citywide rezoning proposal this week.
REALTOR® Call for Action: Tell Congress to Protect Independent Contractor Status
Aug 21, 2024 1 min read
While the ability to work as an independent contractor has been recognized and protected under the Internal Revenue Code (IRC) since 1982, recent lawsuits, state legislation, and new federal rules now threaten this vital classification. 
LIBOR Launches New Forms Support Center for Member Assistance Beginning August 19
Aug 16, 2024 1 min read
LIBOR is pleased to offer its members a new Forms Support Center to help provide information about LIBOR’s forms. 
NAR's REALTOR® Call for Action: "Tell Congress to Protect Independent Contractor Status"
Aug 13, 2024 1 min read
LIBOR members joined REALTORs® from across America in May to lobby Capitol Hill on several bills, including H.R. 5419
NYC: Queens Borough President Questions "City of Yes;" Rajkumar, Lavine Go for Comptroller
Aug 13, 2024 2 min read
LIBOR staff watched Queens Borough President Donovan Richards (D) support the goals of increasing housing inventory \
Nassau: Abrahams, D'Esposito Could Change Town of Hempstead; Lafazan 2.0 in 2025?
Aug 13, 2024 2 min read
Changes coming to the Town of Hempstead? "Since the start of Hempstead Town’s councilmanic districts in 2000
Suffolk: Romaine Saves Key Railyard Plan from MTA's Post-"Congestion Pricing" Graveyard
Aug 13, 2024 2 min read
The billion-dollar fiscal fallout from Governor Hochul's 11-hour suspension of the MTA "congestion pricing" plan almost claimed another victim this past week.

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