Councilmembers demand results of 2019 sexual harassment review
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“We are not asking for anything that is outrageous, difficult or impossible.”
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In policy reversal, Mayor says city will open 40 miles of streets to pedestrians
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“This summer is going to look different from any other in our city’s history — and we’re ready to give New Yorkers more ways to leave home while staying safe from COVID-19.”
Read MoreCouncil speaker says youth jobs program is crucial to engaging young NYers
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“Is there a way to do this from a distance?”
Read MoreCity Council introduces sweeping coronavirus relief package
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The City Council is looking to give a boost to tenants, essential workers and small businesses affected by the coronavirus via a relief package that will be introduced during today’s first ever remote Council hearing.
Read MoreCorona councilmember calls for emergency funeral fund
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“One of the most devastating calls I’m regularly getting is from people who can’t afford to bury their loved ones and aren’t eligible for any assistance.”
Read MoreMayor, Speaker visit Flushing to quell coronavirus fear
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“In hard times, New Yorkers know to stand by their neighbors.”
Read MoreReplacing fear with facts: Our future depends on a complete Census count
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“We have one chance to make over a decade of difference – let’s make it count!”
Read MoreLocal pols demand funding and fixes for NYC public housing
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“We cannot solve these problems on our own, but without proper funding and investments that's exactly what the state is telling New Yorkers.”
Read MoreCity ponders what’s next for Rikers Island
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One proposed measure would turn over control of the island to the Department of Environmental Protection.
Read MoreFair fares is unfair for disabled New Yorkers, lawyers say
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Attorneys from the New York Lawyers for the Public Interest have criticized the city for excluding Access-A-Ride from the Fair Fares program.
Read MoreHomeless Persons’ Memorial Day honors the New Yorkers who died in 2019
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The annual Homeless Persons’ Memorial Day honors the individuals who die without stable housing amid New York City’s historic homelessness crisis.
Read MoreNew CUNY pilot program attempts to address food insecurity for some students
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Council Speaker Corey Johnson announced the creation of a fund that will provide 1,250 qualifying students with $400 to spend on campus food.
Read MoreFifteen Queens lawmakers say they’re ‘watching’ Amazon warehouse working conditions
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The Queens signatories include both supporters and opponents of Amazon’s high-profile plan to build a corporate campus in Long Island City.
Read MoreCouncil aides write open letter calling for expulsion of 'serial abuser' Andy King
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They also urged the council to overhaul its process for disciplining members.
Read MoreCity shrinks size of four proposed jails, including Kew Gardens detention tower
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The proposed jail sizes across the city decreased by an average of 90 feet based on several factors — including a revised jail population estimate.
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