Noncitizen voting bill passes City Council
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“If we're going to build a city that takes care of the most vulnerable New Yorkers, then we have to give them a really direct tool in their toolbox.”
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Queens lawmakers split on immigrant voting bill
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“If they pay their taxes, as I did when I had a green card, then they should have a right to elect their local leaders.”
Read MoreRockaway assemblymember calls for better beach safety
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“We must hear the Parks Department’s plan for the rest of the summer, so we can be proactive and avoid these very preventable tragedies.”
Read MoreQueens councilmembers earn high marks on annual environmental scorecard
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Queens councilmembers have earned high marks for their environmental policy records
Read MoreQueens mom targeted in latest apparent anti-Asian hate attack
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A 25-year-old Asian woman says she was spit on — while holding her baby — and called “Chinese virus.”
Read More‘We need to care for each other’ Queens leaders unite to fight ‘virus’ of racism
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“Together we are strong.”
Read MoreCompost coalition fights to stop eviction of Queens organization
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“The city and Parks walking away from community composting is disgraceful and sickening.”
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12 councilmembers say they oppose Special Flushing Waterfront rezoning plan
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“We believe that it would be irresponsible to approve the application without deep community benefits like real affordable housing and commitments to provide good jobs for local community members.”
Read MoreCouncilmembers press Flushing Waterfront developers on lack of affordable housing
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“Why should we not expect a level of affordable housing? Over 70,000 people are living in homeless shelters and you’re talking about nonsensical [regulations] and saying you don’t need to do affordable housing.”
Read MoreNYC announces new plan to connect Queens green spaces
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“This project will connect surrounding communities and enhance the pedestrian and cyclist experience in Brooklyn and Queens for years to come.”
DOT set to begin work on Flushing Busway next month
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“By prioritizing bus riders on one of the city's busiest streets, the busway will also serve as a beacon of equity in a diverse community.”
Read MoreCity seeks input on Bland Playground redesign
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The city is seeking public input ahead of an overhaul to Flushing’s Bland Playground, a project included in last year’s municipal budget.
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 MoreFlushing businesses persist amid coronavirus scare
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“There’s nothing to be worried about. It’s all bulls**t.”
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