A noteworthy legislative amendment was the exclusion of “squatters” from the definition of “tenant” under the current tenancy laws.
It is important to note that while the new Good Cause Eviction Law went into effect in New York City immediately, other municipalities throughout New York State will need to opt-in by enacting this legislation if they so choose.
Lisa DeRosa was re-elected as BRI President along with Christine McCabe as BRI's Treasurer. Michael Murphy has been newly appointed as the organization's Secretary.
The Board of Trustees recently announced it had finalized its decision to elect members to top leadership positions within the Building and Realty Institute. The newly elected roles were voted in during the November General Membership Meeting. Lisa DeRosa was re-elected as BRI President along with Christine McCabe as BRI's Treasurer. Michael Murphy has been newly appointed as the organization's Secretary.
DeRosa has been serving as BRI President since 2020, being the first female in the organization's history to do so. She has also been the President of DeRosa Builders, Inc. since 2016. Prior to becoming BRI's President, she served as a Vice Chair of the Apartment Owners Advisory Council from 2016 to 2020 and as a member of the BRI’s Board of Directors from 2006 to 2020. She played a significant role on the BRI’s Negotiating Committee during its Labor Contract Negotiations with Local 32BJ Service Employees International Union.
McCabe was the first member of the Condominium and Cooperative Advisory Council to be elected to a top officer position within the BRI in 2022. She has been continuing her advocacy efforts in her second year as BRI's Treasurer.
Murphy has been the Director of New Project Development for Murphy Brothers Contracting for nearly 16 years. He has served on the BRI's Board of Trustees for many years as well as heading the organization's Remodelers Advisory Council. He has been elected as BRI's Secretary for 2024.
A Lifetime of Volunteering After spending 32 years working with the New York City Housing Authority, it’s no surprise
The Mobile Broker You may know Brian Phillips by his moniker, “The Mobile Broker,” which is actually a registered trademark
ALBANY—The New York State Association of Realtors announced on Oct. 6 it had honored Leah Caro of the Hudson
Neuhaus replaces the Association’s outgoing president Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz. The association announced the start of Neuhaus’ term on Jan. 2.
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