In an alarming development, five cherished daycare centers in New York City announced their imminent closures, leaving hundreds of families scrambling for alternatives. The New York City Department of Education's decision not to renew leases for four centers in Brooklyn and one in Queens has raised concerns, particularly since a $110 million fund for the development of new facilities was recently proposed by Governor Kathy Hochul. While the DOE cites low enrollment, center directors argue that demand remains high. Here, potential disruptions to essential early childhood services loom large for nearly 300 affected children and families.
While the city has pledged to relocate all of the children affected by daycare closures, these decisions disrupt vital services for nearly 300 kids.
Despite a proposed $110 million fund for new daycare facilities, the New York City Department of Education is closing five existing centers, leading to community outrage.
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