The Bloomberg administration, frustrated by the federal government’s Great Society method of determining who is poor, is developing its own measure, which city officials say will offer a more modern and accurate picture of poverty.... continue
All New Yorkers will live within 10 minutes of a park: * Added 300 acres of new parks and wants to create 2,000 more * Planting 1 million trees around city by 2017 * Creating 800 more green triangles at street inter-sections... continue
The US economy has turned downward. People are feeling insecure. There are grave concerns about jobs moving overseas and about losing ground to Asian countries. Heavy pressures are mounting on the presidential candidates in both parties to pander to protectionist and even isolationist sentiments.... continue
People often ask: I want to get greener, what should I do? New light bulbs? A hybrid? A solar roof? Well, all of those things are helpful. But actually, the greenest thing you can do is this: Choose the right leaders. It is so much more important to change your leaders than change your light bulbs.... continue
Paying teachers based in part on performance is an idea whose time has come. But it hasn't gained much traction, especially among teachers. Only a few large school districts use this approach. But last month, New York City – the nation's largest district – signed on.... continue
City public school teachers are getting a powerful new incentive to do everything they can to help children learn: money. Those who work in schools that raise achievement will be eligible for substantial bonuses. Such a program represents a revolution.... continue
One of the many lessons we’ve learned during New York’s stunning renaissance over the past 15 years is that good, reliable public transportation makes this city far more attractive than its competitors.... continue
