Crews begin process of relocating migrant relief center to Randall's Island after concerns over flooding and safety. elijahwestbrook has the latest:
Mayor Eric Adams says the facility will be moved from Orchard Beach to Randall's Island. In a statement overnight, he said the new location has better access to public transportation and is less prone to flooding.
That's why nearby residents raised concerns. They also brought up conducting criminal background checks on the migrants.
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