EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT: State Budget Briefing with NYC Deputy Mayor Maria Torres-Springer – 4/15 8:30 AM

The Center for New York City Law cordially invites you to

State Budget Briefing with NYC Deputy Mayor Maria Torres-Springer

New York City Deputy Mayor for Housing, Economic Development, and Workforce Maria Torres-Springer will speak about the Adams Administration’s state housing policy agenda and how it fits into its larger plans. She will be in conversation with Center for New York City Law Executive Editor Ben Max.

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