NYC Council Archives - Page 35 of 39

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The list includes influential incumbents like Land Use Chair Rafael Salamanca and Manhattan Councilmember Carlina Rivera, as well as a few prominent figures trying to claim their first public office…

ByDavid Brand 0Comments

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Jun 2021

Government

In Brooklyn Political Launching Pad, Another Highly Competitive Council Race

The competition is especially hot, if civil, in Brooklyn’s 39th City Council District, one of the most politically-active areas in the city, with some of the highest voter turnout rates,…

ByKira Silbergeld/Gotham Gazette

ByLaura Glesby/Gotham Gazette 0Comments

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Jun 2021

Uncategorized

Bill Perkins, despite barely running, may win again

The longtime Council member from Harlem surprised observers by running for reelection.

ByJeff Coltin/City & State 0Comments

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Jun 2021

Government

Bronx Voters, Meet Your Primary Election Candidates

Hear directly from the hopefuls running for eight Bronx-only City Council districts, and for borough president, in this series of debates hosted by BronxNet and City Limits.

ByJeanmarie Evelly 1Comment

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Jun 2021

Government Housing and Homelessness

Council Votes to Make Racial Impact Studies Part of NYC Land Use Process

Residents of low- to middle-income communities of color have resisted various neighborhood-level land use applications which they say will fuel gentrification and increase rents.

ByDavid Brand 6Comments

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Jun 2021

Government

Bill to Allow Noncitizens to Vote in NYC Elections Languishes, Despite Majority Support

Intro. 1867, which would expand the electorate on municipal ballots by giving voting rights to lawful permanent residents (green card holders) and immigrants authorized to work, has not been resolved…

ByDaniel Parra 2Comments

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Jun 2021

Government

Crowded Field Competes to Represent Brooklyn Waterfront in City Council

The 33rd District stretches along Brooklyn’s East River waterfront, from Greenpoint to Boerum Hill. It straddles an eclectic group of neighborhoods, including Brooklyn Heights, the Brooklyn Navy Yard, and parts…

ByLaura Glesby/Gotham Gazette 0Comments

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Jun 2021

Government

Future of Immigrant Communities the Focus of Brooklyn City Council Race

With Councilmember Carlos Menchaca facing term limits this year, there is a competitive Democratic primary unfolding to replace him in Brooklyn’s 38th District, centered in Red Hook and Sunset Park,…

ByAmanda Salazar/Gotham Gazette 0Comments

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Jun 2021

Government Housing and Homelessness Justice

Advocates Urge NYC to Ban Criminal Background Checks for Apartment Applicants

The Fair Chance for Housing Act would bar landlords and brokers from conducting criminal background checks on prospective tenants, a barrier to housing for the formerly incarcerated and their families.

ByDavid Brand 1Comment

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Jun 2021

Government