NYC NOW Evening Roundup: NYC Cracks Down on Obscured License Plates, New Jersey Towns Appeal Affordable Housing Law, and Kids with Dyslexia Continue to Leave NYC Public Schools
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Jan 7, 2025 New York City is intensifying efforts to catch drivers hiding their license plates to avoid tolls. Meanwhile, New Jersey towns are challenging laws regarding affordable housing, creating uncertainty for communities. The spotlight also shines on dyslexia education, as many students struggle in public schools with inadequate support. Recent initiatives aim to enhance literacy, but concerns remain about their effectiveness, pushing some families towards private education options.
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Clean Plates
- NYC drivers: Keep license plates clean to avoid fines.
- Covered plates (dirt, rust, etc.) can lead to penalties, including revoked registration.
NJ Housing Law Appeal
- 26 New Jersey towns appeal state affordable housing law.
- They cite concerns about overdevelopment, creating uncertainty about the law's future.
Dyslexia and Private Schools
- Despite Mayor Adams' efforts, NYC families with dyslexic children still seek private schools.
- High tuition costs (around $75,000/year) force parents to sue the city for reimbursement.