Michael Kaess
michaelkaess.bsky.social
Michael Kaess
@michaelkaess.bsky.social
East Bronx urbanist
Three years since Just Home was announced, NIMBYs are still coming up with new distractions to stop or delay the project. We must not let these cynical attempts to stop desperately needed housing work.
September 15, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Just Home has faced opposition by NIMBYs who have attempted to pit the housing needs of vulnerable New Yorkers against each other - even as they opposed or downsized other housing proposals in our district.
September 15, 2025 at 3:23 PM
Can you believe it’s been three years since this wild community board hearing on Just Home?

On September 18, the NYC Council will finally hold a hearing on this project, which will provide permanent, supportive housing for the formerly incarcerated with complex medical needs.
September 15, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Some folks may recall the famed "Trump - AOC" voter - Yahay endorsed Trump at this same press conference in 2024, and then recently expressed dismay when Trump reimposed travel restrictions on Yemen. Trump said he was going to do this before his reelection.
June 22, 2025 at 2:54 AM
In light of recent events, I'm just thinking back to this Trump endorsement press conference in Little Yemen in the Bronx, where "peace" was a major theme. I think it may have aged a little poorly.
June 22, 2025 at 2:38 AM