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Corey Johnson says his ‘Planning Together’ proposal will help create a more just and inclusive city planning process. But others raised worries about the costs of the plan, and about…

BySadef Ali Kully 1Comment

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Feb 2021

Government

Ranked-Choice Voting Kicks in After Queens Special Election

The race between two frontrunners will come down to how 27 percent of voters ranked the candidates.

ByJarrett Murphy 0Comments

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Feb 2021

Government Opinion

Opinion: With Immigration Reform on the Table, It’s Time to Let NYC Immigrants Vote

As we work to undo the damage caused by the Trump administration, and ensure that President Biden upholds his commitments to immigrant justice, New York City needs to account for…

ByRodrigo Camarena 2Comments

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Feb 2021

Government

First Nepali American Candidate Running for NYC Council in Queens

Businessman and realtor Nabaraj KC is one of five running for the eastern Queens seat.

ByKishor Panthi for Khasokhas 1Comment

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Feb 2021

Economy Opinion

Opinion: Protect NYC’s Small Businesses By Supporting Street Vendors and Brick-and-Mortars Together

‘Street vendors and brick-and-mortars are struggling for many of the same reasons… Lifting the cap on permits for street vendors and ending the exploitative underground market is a key part…

ByCarina Kaufman-Gutierrez

ByShrima Pandey 1Comment

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Feb 2021

Economy Government Opinion

Opinion: City’s Plan to Expand Street Vendor Permits Must Protect Our Brick-and-Mortars, Too

‘To be clear, we support the food vendor community and their place in our neighborhoods. The food is as delicious and diverse as the city itself. But reform on what’s…

ByWilma Alonso 1Comment

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Feb 2021

Government

Old Guard Has Strong Lead in Special Election for Queens District 24

Seven years after leaving the City Council after three terms, Jim Gennaro appears to be headed back to City Hall representing the 24th district after besting a field that featured…

ByJarrett Murphy 0Comments

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Jan 2021

Government Housing and Homelessness

Advocates, Lawmakers Hope to Pass Racial Impact Rezoning Legislation This Spring

‘The way in which land is rezoned in this city has subsequently made it difficult for many New Yorkers to find a home, let alone stay in their homes,’ Public…

BySadef Ali Kully 4Comments

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Jan 2021

Housing and Homelessness

City Pilot to Combat Tenant Harassment Should Be Improved and Made Permanent, Advocates Say

A recent analysis of the city’s Certificate of No Harassment pilot says it has been effective in combating some forms of landlord harassment, but that the city could do more…

BySadef Ali Kully 3Comments

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Dec 2020

Government

Riley Ahead in NYC Council Special Election, the First of Five On Tap

The Assembly aide will replace Andy King, who was ousted from the Council in October, to represent District 12 in the Bronx.

ByJarrett Murphy 0Comments

City Council Speaker Defends His Comprehensive Planning Bill in First Public Hearing

Ranked-Choice Voting Kicks in After Queens Special Election

Opinion: With Immigration Reform on the Table, It’s Time to Let NYC Immigrants Vote

First Nepali American Candidate Running for NYC Council in Queens

Opinion: Protect NYC’s Small Businesses By Supporting Street Vendors and Brick-and-Mortars Together

Opinion: City’s Plan to Expand Street Vendor Permits Must Protect Our Brick-and-Mortars, Too

Old Guard Has Strong Lead in Special Election for Queens District 24

Advocates, Lawmakers Hope to Pass Racial Impact Rezoning Legislation This Spring

City Pilot to Combat Tenant Harassment Should Be Improved and Made Permanent, Advocates Say

Riley Ahead in NYC Council Special Election, the First of Five On Tap

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