‘It goes by pretty quickly’: Van Bramer reflects on time in City Council
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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.”
Read MoreCouncil hears Van Bramer bill banning plastic takeout utensils
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“The status quo of including plastic utensils in all food orders by default is not only unnecessary and unsustainable, it is incredibly costly for the city's restaurants and small businesses.”
Read MoreQueens 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 MoreQueens pol aims to make open culture permanent
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"The Open Culture Program has been a much needed lifeline.”
Read MoreRichards declares victory in BP reelection bid
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Queens Borough President Donovan Richards proved successful in his bid for reelection, according to the latest unofficial count from the Board of Elections.
Read MoreLIC Festival returns with weeklong celebration as the city begins summer
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“It has been a delight for us to bring the ‘Springs!’ program back and offer it in a new and exciting way that encourages participants to explore all parts of Long Island City.”
Read MoreTime capsule captures Queens for future students
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“It has been a unique year for them and they have come through with flying colors.”
Read MoreBorough president panel tackles position in police reform
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All three candidates participated in the forum, where a discussion about improving public safety turned into a conversation about the role of the New York City Police Department.
Councilmembers demand results of 2019 sexual harassment review
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“We are not asking for anything that is outrageous, difficult or impossible.”
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 More‘Open Culture’ plan opens doors for NYC performers
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“The diversity of the cultural community will be on display with streets turned into stages across all five boroughs.”
Read MoreCrowley officially enters race for Queens borough president
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Crowley finished second in the Democratic primary last year.
Read MoreQueensbridge Baby Park planning begins with few local residents present
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“It is clear that we did not have enough representation from Queensbridge residents.”
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