Election 2017
In Tightly Competitive District 1 Race, Chin Holds Seat
Abigail Savitch-Lew |
Margaret Chin took 49.9 percent of the vote; challenger Christopher Marte took 37 percent.
East Harlem
Ahead of East Harlem Rezoning Vote, Mark-Viverito Holds Community Dialogue
Abigail Savitch-Lew |
There were moments of shouting and protest, as well as serious debate, at the last forum before the vote.
Campaign 2017 Fact Check
Factcheck: Harsh Language and Overstated Charges in a Council Race Flyer
Abigail Savitch-Lew |
A flyer containing incendiary charges is circulating in a Lower Manhattan district where there’s a tight Council race. Many of the charges appear overstated or include falsehoods, while the accuracy of others are subject to interpretation.
CAAAV
To Stop LES Waterfront Towers, Board to Support Community Groups’ Rezoning Effort
Abigail Savitch-Lew |
Three community groups convinced Manhattan Community Board 3’s Land Use Committee to join them in applying for a rezoning to block the controversial towers planned in the Two Bridges area.
Chinatown Working Group
District 1: The Race Not to Displace
Abigail Savitch-Lew |
Councilmember Chin and Borough President Brewer announced a new measure to protect the Two Bridges neighborhood—the same day the Lower East Siders for Christopher Marte announced a march to oust Chin.
Homepage Featured
Watch Video of the Meeting on Two Bridges Development, Possible Rezoning
Marc Bussanich |
Community Board 3’s Land Use committee on Wednesday discussed a proposal to rezone the Two Bridges waterfront to prevent the planned construction of high-rise towers.
Protests, Diverging Views at City Council Hearing on East Harlem Rezoning
Abigail Savitch-Lew |
City Council will vote on the proposal in mid-November after negotiations with the administration.
Homepage Featured
Q&A: Mayoral Hopeful Nicole Malliotakis on Housing Policy
Abigail Savitch-Lew |
We asked the Republican candidate for mayor for more detail on her approach to tackling the affordability crisis.
East Harlem
The Tale of an East Harlem Walkup: Why the City’s Displacement Analysis Leaves Advocates Scratching Heads
Abigail Savitch-Lew |
Neighborhood advocates say the city’s methods of analysis generally underestimate the potential of a rezoning to trigger redevelopment and displacement—but also don’t get why this non-profit, protected building is on the list of developable sites.
Affordable Housing
East Harlem Rezoning Approved by Planning Commission, Moves to City Council
Abigail Savitch-Lew |
There was one vote against, and one abstention, linked to concerns about displacement.
