CCU Week in Review

Co-ops & Condos United Hosts Quarterly Advisory Board Meeting

On Tuesday, the CCU Advisory Board convened with representatives from co-op and condo housing communities across the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens. Special guest Assemblyman Ed Braunstein provided a recap of the recently concluded State legislative session, highlighting key developments affecting New York's cooperative and condominium communities.

Board members also discussed CCU's advocacy priorities for the months ahead, including monitoring proposals related to a potential pied-à-terre tax and addressing the ongoing challenges posed by Local Law 97. The meeting provided an opportunity for members from across the city to share perspectives, identify emerging concerns, and help shape CCU's legislative and policy agenda for the remainder of the year.

Elected Officials and Residents Rally for Expanded J-51 Program

On Thursday, CCU joined State Senator Toby Stavisky, Assemblyman Ed Braunstein, and co-op residents at Beech Hills for a press conference calling on the New York City Council to pass the expanded J-51 legislation. Speakers emphasized the importance of the program in helping cooperative and condominium communities finance critical building improvements while maintaining affordability for residents.

The event highlighted broad support for the legislation and the need for city action to ensure that housing communities have access to the tools necessary to preserve and modernize their properties for the future.

CCU Attends City Council Stated Meeting

CCU Legislative Director Jane Menton attended the New York City Council's stated meeting at City Hall on Thursday, continuing the organization's efforts to strengthen its presence in city government. While at City Hall, Menton had the opportunity to introduce CCU and its mission to several City Council members and their staff.



The visit is part of an ongoing initiative to establish a consistent and active presence at City Hall, ensuring that the interests of cooperative and condominium communities are represented as policy decisions are considered. By building relationships with key policymakers, CCU continues to expand its advocacy efforts on behalf of housing communities throughout New York City.

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