Government
Video: Climate Change, Campaign Cash and Charter Check-In
City Limits |
MacKenzie Fegan and Jarrett Murphy talk though three big stories that could reshape policy and politics New York City.
Agenda 2019
Max & Murphy: Amid Calls for Sweeping Charter Reform, Panel Aims Toward Modest Changes
Jarrett Murphy |
The 2019 commission began winnowing its work down to the questions that it will put on the ballot in November. And the focus discernibly shifted from the sweeping to the particular.
Agenda 2019
Opinion: Albany Should Follow NYC’s Lead on Public Financing of Campaigns
Frederick Schaffer and Amy Loprest |
‘A small-dollar public financing program modeled on New York City’s would allow more candidates to build campaigns primarily on small donations from New Yorkers.’
borough presidents
Opinion: Commission Must Tweak—Rather Than Transform—the Balance of Power in NYC
Joseph P. Viteritti |
Let public advocates focus on being ombudspersons, not policy makers. Strengthen the borough presidents’ land-use power. Put Council members in charge of community boards. And more.
1989
Opinion: Charter Debate is a Moment for NYC to Change—or Confirm—its Identity
Joseph P. Viteritti |
The 2019 charter revision could do more than tinker with the mechanisms of power in the city. It could reshape how neighborhood identity, borough loyalty and citywide vision shape our common future.
Agenda 2019
Max & Murphy: Would a Comprehensive Plan Map a Better Future for NYC?
Jarrett Murphy |
Gotham Gazette’s Ben Max and Jarrett Murphy from City Limits talk to Pratt Center’s Elena Conte about the possible adoption of comprehensive planning.
Agenda 2019
Hopes Grow (and Doubts Remain) That New York City Will Adopt Comprehensive Planning
Jarrett Murphy |
The 2019 Charter Revision Commission is considering a menu of changes to the city’s land-use system, including the possibility of requiring a comprehensive plan.
Brooklyn
Max & Murphy: Brooklyn BP Adams Undecided on Gov Pick, Hints at Mayoral Pitch
Jarrett Murphy |
The borough president explained why he defends Mayor de Blasio, how he feels about Albany’s treatment of Brooklyn compared with other boroughs, and what his approach would be if he wins City Hall.
Government
Behind-The-Scenes Ethics Board Seeks New Power
Jarrett Murphy |
In a time of growing concern over government ethics, the Conflict of Interest Board wants more investigative authority—but not more publicity. Much of its work is confidential.
ARTS and CULTURE
Moses, Jacobs And You: The Battle For Gotham
Jarrett Murphy |
A history of the philosophical battle between Robert Moses and Jane Jacobs, told by an author who, wisely, took it personally.
