New York City Council
Quinn Blasts Vito Lopez, Says His Election To City Council Would Be An ‘Outrage’
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork/AP) – The speaker of the New York City Council issued a sharp rebuke of a once-powerful state lawmaker who is seeking to become her colleague. As WCBS 880′s Rich Lamb reported, a […]
City Councilman Proposes Allowing Non-Citizens To Vote In Local Elections
The measure sponsored by Queens councilman Daniel Dromm would allow legal non-citizen residents of New York City to vote in municipal elections. They would not be able to cast a ballot in state or federal elections.
City Council Green-Lights Cornell’s Roosevelt Island Campus
The $2 billion Cornell University Roosevelt Island Technology Campus and Office Complex project is slated to break ground next year.
Lawmakers Taped In Corruption Probe Named
Malcolm Smith of Queens and John Sampson of Brooklyn, two of those recorded, have already been charged with crimes including bribery and embezzlement, WCBS 880′s Irene Cornell reported.
City Council Holds Hearing On Series Of Tough Anti-Smoking Measures
The bills before the City Council would reduce the visibility and accessibility of cigarettes. The council’s health committee took up debate Thursday on the proposals.
City Council Proposes Muni Meter Reprogramming To End Overpayment ‘Scam’
Currently, if a driver deposits cash into a Muni Meter when payment isn’t required, there’s no way to get a refund.
Taking City’s Lead, NY State Lawmakers Urge Increasing Minimum Age For Tobacco Purchases
On Sunday, State Sen. Diane Savino and Assemblywoman Linda Rosenthal announced state legislation to raise the minimum age for buying tobacco products.
Embattled NYS Assemblyman Vito Lopez Running For City Council
The 71-year-old Lopez announced in February that his health was deteriorating and that he was extremely fatigued. Still, talk circulated of a possible council run.
Bloomberg Says He’ll Veto Proposal For NYPD Inspector General
“The bill being considered by the City Council would undermine the accountability that has been essential to the department’s success and make our city less safe,” Bloomberg said Wednesday.
City Council Approves Plan To Keep Police Detainees From Immigration Officials
The New York City Council on Wednesday approved a measure that will make it more difficult for immigration officials to detain people being released from police custody.
Bill In City Council Would Require Oversight Of Home Elevation Projects
Staten Island Councilman James Oddo said when he visited New Orleans recently, he was warned repeatedly about home elevation projects.
City Council Votes To Prevent Pedicab Passengers From Getting Taken For A Ride
Bill sponsor Dan Garodnick said what should be a good experience for tourists can sometimes lead to huge fares announced only at the end of the ride.
City, State Officials Call For Changes To New York’s Voting System One Week After Election Day
Officials said this year’s voting lines were the longest the state has ever seen.
Bloomberg: NYC To Spend $500M To Repair Schools, Hospitals
The plan would allocate $200 million for the Department of Education and $300 million for the New York City Health and Hospital Corporation to repair extensive damage.
Speaker Quinn Announces Plan To Get Tough On Sex Offenders
New York City Council Speaker Christine Quinn on Tuesday announced a five-point plan prescribing tougher penalties for sexual predators.
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