For these reasons, among others, there is good reason why a day-long training is not necessary for attorneys. increasing the number of competent, well-trained GALs and providing adequate support, training and supervision to ensure that they perform their services in an appropriate manner; increasing the involvement of the private bar as. As the largest local social services agency in the country, HRA helps more than three million New Yorkers annually through the administration of more than 12 major public assistance programs, with more than 14,000 employees and an operating budget of $9.6 billion. View HRA's Interactive Guide to Services. Students are taught by Our work turns vision into action through rigorous analysis, strategy development, and implementation planning. Gail Hankin Director. You can also fax your application to 917-639-0732. Given the great strides the Housing Court has made in providing the above resources and assistance to pro se litigants, the Resources Subcommittee focused on other types of resources that would also improve access to justice for Housing Court litigants. This application must be completed and returned by mail, In-person at the new address below, by email at [email protected], or by fax at (917) 639-0476. However, implementation of universal case management in the Civil Court will not become effective until 2007 and will not include the Housing Court. (718) 557-1399 (phone) Website. Such access could be made available either by providing internet access using the Court Terminals, additional internet jacks for laptop computers or wireless internet access To the extent that these options cost money, such cost can be offset by charging a nominal fee. state. Through her efforts as guardian, and the work of an MFY lawyer, the man was restored to his room by a judge and his possessions returned to him. Hannah Glosser Director. The cost of this measure should be minimal because little or no hardware would need to be purchased and it should only involve creating links to the Courts database. The Task Force reiterates the urgent need for a civil right to counsel so that poor people are represented in Housing Court proceedings that can result in the loss of their homes. There are many frail and fragile people who live in New York City. An arrangement with a private vendor should be explored for the Housing Court to determine whether or not it is technologically and economically feasible to have electronic filing of documents in Housing Court. If necessary, the Housing Court should impose a nominal fee for access time in order to support internet access. In May 2021. each City agency was required to submit a report to the Mayoral Restart Taskforce per DCAS' guidance, Managing the Return to the Office in the Age of COVID-19, updated March 2021. Other documents may be used, even if not on the list. (HRA DSS). 933), I hereby request the following records: A listing of every officer and/or employee of the agency, including name, office address, title and salary. ad litem. There are also Rental Assistance Units of the Human Resources Administration on site to assist in the expediting of public assistance rent grants. I also request that, if appropriate, fees be waived as I believe this request is in the public interest. Electronic filing is available for certain courts in New York State through the Filing By Electronic Means System (FBEM). . Arjun Gupta Sarma Principal. Please do not leave credit card information on the voicemail. the human resources administration (hra) is responsible for, among other things, providing temporary assistance and work support to new yorkers in need through a variety of programs such as temporary cash assistance, medicare, food stamps, career services, home health care, child care, adult protective services, assistance to victims of domestic However, no Court has addressed the issue directly in the context of GALs. Therefore, an electronic filing system for Housing Court through OCA is several years away. There should be a regular APS presence in Housing Court. Please feel free to call or e-mail me or Paul with any questions. p.m. on the training date. NEW YORK COUNTY LAWYERS ASSOCIATION This elderly gentleman would have become another homeless statistic, but for the intervention of MFY Legal Services and caring social workers. Although the duties of a GAL in a summary proceeding are different from those in a negligence, Article 81 or other proceeding involving substantial sums of money and a GAL is not the guardian of the litigants property nor does the GAL have control over the litigants finances, there is a concern about potential liability in connection with GAL service and the potential chilling effect this could have on expanding the role of private attorneys in the GAL process. Single Site/Congregate Supportive Housing: Issues in Case (brief description such as: owes rent, repairs, right to apartment, nuisance behavior etc. Finally, the Task Force noted that the funds received by OCA from the sale of Housing Court data do not return to OCAs budget for the benefit of the Housing Court. This recommendation is made based on the following circumstances. Burial Allowance Application M-860W Consumer/Provider Request to CHange Informaiton on File (MAP-751k). Their leasehold is their only property right. Yes No. To avoid a future nonpayment of rent proceeding, Ms. Blakeman helped to arrange for the landlord to receive rent payments directly. Consumer/Provider Request to CHange Informaiton on File (MAP-751W). Dean is executive director of Volunteers of Legal Service. Through her efforts as guardian, and the work of an MFY lawyer, the man was restored to his room by a judge and his possessions returned to him. Through integrated management for HRA and DHS, client services can be provided more seamlessly and effectively. like this one. 12, 1999, NYU, pg 26 at 1 (AT 1st Dept. Representation by counsel is especially critical in preserving the due process rights of litigants with diminished capacity. If you are submitting a request for Medicaid or other benefit information, please fill out and submit the OCA-960 Authorization for Release of Health Information Pursuant to HIPAA or other HIPAA-compliant form. The Task Force Subcommittee focusing on the GAL program in Housing Court acknowledges the significant commitment that the Housing Court has made under Justice Fishers leadership towards developing and monitoring the GAL program. Janet L. Blakeman, a counsel in the personal planning group at Patterson, Belknap, served as a guardian ad litem to a young woman with cerebral palsy living in a rent-controlled apartment. Read the DSS COVID-19 Return to Office Plan 2021. ), Guardians ad litem are appointed by Housing Court judges for litigants with diminished capacity. All HRA sites are currently open. Following his departure from the SRO, the man spent several weeks as a homeless person. This certification could be filed with the Court at the commencement of the service; the Court would then be assured that the private attorney serving as a GAL has been provided with adequate and appropriate GAL training before undertaking the, This recommendation is made based on the following circumstances. Jazmin Harper Senior Analyst. This work should be credited as, work. When the landlord pushed for the case to go to trial, the guardian ad litem contacted MFY to provide legal representation for Ms. G. The guardian also contacted charitable organizations to seek rental assistance for his ward. ABOUT US | HR&A Advisors, Inc. (HR&A) is an industry-leading real estate, economic development, and public policy consulting firm that helps create more equitable, resilient, and dynamic communities. Separate and apart from the issues of litigation and repair, the MFY lawyer and the guardian ad litem worked together to obtain much-needed home health services for the client. In their capacity as guardians ad litem, lawyers can perform a critical role in assisting people in great need. Access to the E-Courts website should be provided on the Court Terminals and a direct link should be created to E-Courts on the welcome page of the New York City Housing Court website. The HRA Difference Faculty & Staff Directory Lower School Faculty Middle School Faculty Upper School Faculty Non-Teaching Staff All Faculty & Staff Dedicated Faculty and Staff Hampton Finally, the Task Force noted that another way to increase private bar involvement in the GAL program would be to publicize the value of GAL services to the New York legal community. City of New York. The judge should insure that all claims and defenses are addressed in the stipulation following the guidelines set forth in the Advisory Notice on A1locuting Stipulations (AN-10/26/2006) and that the GAL has taken all the steps listed above. Have a disability as defined by the Social Security Administration (SSA) or by New York State; Be working (including being self-employed); Have resources not exceeding $20,000 for an individual and $30,000 for a couple. Finally, the Task Force noted that another way to increase private bar involvement in the GAL program would be to publicize the value of GAL services to the New York legal community. The newly established email address for service is [emailprotected]. GAL Case Summary forms should not be placed in the court file unless the file is made a sealed record. We now expect to have such logs available on or before March 18, 2015. The Court should regularly provide guidance to the Judges about the indemnification issue during its judicial training programs so that Judges will be familiar with the issue should it arise during the course of legal proceedings. The Task Force believes that giving attorneys internet access to relevant websites, such as the HPD website, would aid them in the prosecution and defense of cases and, as a result, improve efficiency. This would be for them a death sentence.. These solicitations can take place indoors or outdoors. Clients may attest to all elements of eligibility except Immigration Status and Identity, if immigration document does not also prove identity. [1] HRAs Homebase Homelessness Prevention Program (Homebase), started in 2004 under DHS, is structured as a neighborhood-based homelessness prevention network with 26 locations across the Citys five boroughs. Ct). MuckRock users can file, duplicate, track, and share public records requests Please make your check or money order payable to the NYC Department of Social Services and mail it to the New York City Human Resources Administration, Office of Legal Affairs, Freedom of Information Law Officer, 180 Water Street, New York, NY 10038, Room 1701. Elise Brown is a litigator at Patterson, Belknap, Webb & Tyler. The signature on the form must be notarized for identity verification purposes. Keiley Gaston Senior Analyst. She lives on the Social Security payments she receives each month. The staff provides the following eviction/homelessness prevention services on a daily basis to the Court, to non-public assistance and public assistance clients, and to the legal/community-based organizations doing business with the Court on behalf of clients: HRA should participate in regularly scheduled meetings with Housing Court Judges. The involvement of the private bar as pro bono GALs should be increased and they should be provided with adequate support, training and supervision to ensure that they perform their services appropriately. Second, attorneys serving as GALs at the request of legal services groups are given substantial direction by the legal services agency with respect to APS/benefits issues/one- shot grants, etc., and their experiences as lawyers should decrease the amount of training required to qualify them as Court-approved GALs. Call the HRA Medicaid Helpline at 888-692-6116 for more information. Requests and forms should be submitted via email to [emailprotected]. We have provided legal education for more than 40 years. In the event that the Judge requires the submission of the. You or your authorized representative can also apply at any local Medicaid office within New York City. Taken all steps to get the ward to come to court or to locate the ward if the ward is missing. In addition to the recommendations below designed to increase the role of private attorneys in the GAL program, it is important to make efforts to increase participation among non-attorneys who take part in the certification program and are willing to serve as GALs. The local law empowers the Commission to operate until 2027, engage stakeholders for public input, and issue periodic reinvestment recommendations and findings to which the Mayor is required to respond. Please be advised that pursuant to CPLR 1201 and 1203, if it appears that a respondent is incapable of adequately defending against a proceeding, the court should appoint a guardian ad litem and any default judgment entered prior to the appointment in most instances should be vacated. The DOB website, commonly referred to as BIS or Building Information System, provides access to all certificates of occupancy for a building, violations, filings for alterations, plumbing, electrical work and permit history. A copy of the current subject matter, of all records in possession of the agency;2. It cannot be a matter of charity or of favor or of grace or of discretion.. The GAL Coordinator is working to increase the number of such individuals. 25 at, 6 (Sup. HRA is dedicated to alleviating poverty and income inequality through the implementation of initiatives such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Child Support Services, Adult Protective Services, Emergency Rental Assistance, Career Services, Cash Assistance, and much more. My apologies for the delays. FHEPS: Due to a change in state law which was recently signed by the Governor, starting February 16, 2022, HRA will increase the Family Homelessness and Eviction Prevention Supplement Judges may require the GAL to submit the GAL Case Summary form or may query the GAL on the record. Visit our Disability Access page for more information. After the Conference, NYCLA issued a Report (available on the NYCLA website at http://www.nycla.org/siteFiles/Publications/Publicationsl95__0.pdf), which contained recommendations and proposals for reform, including establishment of a right to counsel in Housing Court for parties unable to afford counsel, as a means to reduce homelessness in New York City; improved resources, especially for litigants of diminished capacity; and establishment of Protocols and Best Practices (or standards) for more active oversight by judges of cases in which a pro se party is opposed by a represented party. It is noted that the APS referral form, psychiatric reports etc., should also not be retained in the court file unsealed when the case is resolved, as these documents also may contain health information that should not be made available to the general public. However, no Court has addressed the issue directly in the context of GALs. In the event that the Judge requires the submission of the GAL Case Summary, the Judge may order such on the Order Appointing a GAL form (CIV-GP-l12-02/07). Justice Fisher advised the Task Force of the need to double the current pool of certified GALs from 100 to 200 individuals. It is the Task Forces understanding that the New York City Housing Court provides computer terminals in the courthouses that attorneys and litigants can access to check on the status of active cases (Court Terminals). If you think you or someone in your family has been discriminated against at HRA because of a disability you may send a complaint by letter, fax, or email to: Office of Disability Affairs Jennifer ShaoulExecutive Director of Disability Affairs / Disability Service FacilitatorHuman Resources Administration150 Greenwich Street 42nd FloorNew York, NY 10007Fax: 212-437-2161Email: [emailprotected]. To the extent that these options cost money, such cost can be offset by charging a nominal fee. With regard to your 2nd inquiry, please be advised that HRA complies with the with the rules, regulations and guidelines dictated by the New York State Freedom of Information Law (NY State Public Officers Law Sections 87-89). Available to Pro Users. Clients do not need to provide proof of their Medicare application; this requirement is waived for the period of the COVID-19 emergency. City of New York. investigated and weighed all factors in the case and is recommending a settlement that is in the best interests of the ward and which also has taken into account the wards desires if feasible. Justice Fern Fisher advised that the Court and individual Judges already had extensive online access to information maintained by HPD and DOB through their websites. The City leverages shared services functions across agencies, which results in better daytoday management and building an integrated mission across agencies. Indoor solicitations include contributions taken in a public space, or the operation of a thrift shop, rummage sale, book sale, bazaar and sale of tickets for fundraising purposes. These New Yorkers are at risk if sued in proceedings in the Housing Part of the Civil Court of the City of New York for nonpayment of rent or for alleged acts that could jeopardize their tenancies. An APS evaluator should be in Housing Court one day each week in each of the four boroughs (New York, Kings, Queens and the Bronx). (See Appendix B.) NYCLA subsequently created the NYCLA Task Force on the Housing Court (hereinafter Task Force), co-chaired by Professor Paula Galowitz and Hon. ), Plan: APS assistance (describe plan) ______________________________, Does the resolution of the case involve the ward giving up rights to live in the apartment or otherwise vacating the apartment? Following circumstances the voicemail Galowitz and Hon a regular APS presence in Housing (! 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