The article discusses the Street Vendor Project, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting New York City's street vendors who face significant challenges due to restrictive vending permits. With only 6,000 food permits available for 23,000 vendors, many struggle to operate legally. Historically, this limitation stems from actions taken in the 1980s under former Mayor Ed Koch. The article emphasizes the vital role street vendors play in NYC's culture and economy and calls for local support to aid these integral small business owners amid ongoing political adversity.
In New York, there are currently 23,000 vendors who make a living selling food, retail and merchandise but only 6,000 food vending permits available.
The Street Vendor Project aims to protect vendors amidst challenges, including a longstanding cap on permits dating back to the 1980s.
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