QUEENS, NY – The Queens Borough Board voted 12-2-6 this evening to disapprove both the proposed “Zoning for Quality and Affordability” (ZQA) and “Mandatory Inclusionary Housing” (MIH) zoning text amendments.
World’s Borough Salutes Jennifer Wu and Tahl Leibovitz, Among First Americans to Qualify QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz presented Citations of Honor today to two Queens residents who
QUEENS, NY –Borough President Melinda Katz is pleased to announce her appointment of John Ottulich to the Queens Library Board of Trustees. Mr. Ottulich is a long-time Douglaston resident with
Renders Borough Hall Available to Assist Residents with HEAP Application QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz announced that residents in need of financial assistance to help heat their homes
QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz stated the following in response to questions about applications filed by for-profit organizations recently with the City to shut down major portions of
QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz stated the following in response to the conclusion of the 2015 World Series: “Thanks to the New York Mets for this Amazin’ season,
QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz stated the following about the New York Mets winning the National League Championship Series (NLCS): “Congratulations to the New York Mets on this
QUEENS, NY – Queens Borough President Melinda Katz stated the following in response to the fatal shooting last night of NYPD Officer Randolph Holder who was killed in the line
Wednesday, October 21 QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz will hold a regular meeting of the Queens Parent Advisory Board on Wednesday, October 21. The meeting will feature a
QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz stated the following in response to questions about Governor Andrew M. Cuomo’s launch of the Common Core Task Force: “In New York and
QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz stated the following in response to questions about the Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s (MTA’s) threat to slash funding for New York City transit projects
QUEENS, NY – With the start of the school year around the corner, Queens Borough President Melinda Katz encourages members of the public to donate backpacks and school supplies to homeless
Thursday, August 27 QUEENS, NY – Americana and Blues singer Ddendyl of the 2014 season of NBC’s “The Voice” will be the featured artist on Thursday, August 27 in Tribute
QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz announced an allocation of $32 million of her Fiscal Year 2016 discretionary capital funds for important construction, renovations and upgrades across 37 public
Tuesday, August 4 QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz and the Queens Center will distribute free backpacks and school supplies to schoolchildren at several National Night Out events this evening
Important Expansions, Renovations and Technology Across 12 Branches QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz announced an allocation of $14 million of her Fiscal Year 2016 discretionary capital funds for
QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz stated the following about the recommendations released today by the Governor’s Airport Advisory Panel, on which Borough President Katz serves: “This is an important
New Construction, Capital Upgrades to Enhance the Student Experience QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz announced an allocation of $5 million of her Fiscal Year 2016 discretionary capital funds
QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz stated the following in response to questions about the City Comptroller’s audit and investigative report on the Queens Library’s finances between Fiscal Years
QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz today announced the slate of performers, dates, times and locations for the shows that will be held this July and August as
To Equip Classrooms with SMART Boards, Laptops, Other Instructional Tools QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz announced an allocation of over $5 million of her Fiscal Year 2016 discretionary
Borough President Katz Extends IDNYC Temporary Pop-Up Enrollment Center Through July 10 QUEENS, NY – Over 1,000 New Yorkers have enrolled for the IDNYC municipal ID card at the temporary
Slated for Ten of the Borough’s Busiest Bus Stops QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz announced an allocation of $200,000 of her Fiscal Year 2016 discretionary capital funds to
QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz stated the following in response to today’s U.S. Supreme Court ruling upholding the right to same-sex marriage: “Today’s Supreme Court decision guaranteeing the
Members to Oversee Implementation of Jamaica Now Action Plan Blueprint for Area Growth QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz today announced her appointees to the Jamaica Now Leadership Council,
Front of Queens Museum to Illuminate in Orange Now Through June 30 in Solidarity QUEENS, NY – Families of victims of gun violence, joined by elected officials, leaders and advocates,
QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz stated the following about the proposed rent guidelines for leases renewing between October 1, 2015 – September 30, 2016, as discussed at the
Monday, June 15 QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz will chair a Borough Board meeting on Monday, June 15. The Board will hear a presentation from the Port Authority
QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz announced the “2015 Katz Concert Series” made up of free outdoor concerts this summer at various locations throughout Queens. “From Reggae to Motown,
QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz today swore-in Astoria resident and Queens-native Maria Lisella as the new Queens Poet Laureate. “We received applications from 30 accomplished poets and the
QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz will swear in 63 newly appointed community board members and 276 reappointed during a ceremony to be held Monday, June 8th, at 6
QUEENS, NY –Borough President Melinda Katz today announced a free training workshop on June 11 on accessing multiple economic development funding sources through one streamlined grant application process. Queens’ local
For Limited Time, By Appointment Only QUEENS, NY – Due to tremendous demand for the IDNYC card, Borough President Melinda Katz announced Queens Borough Hall will serve as an
Amendment the Result of BP Katz’s Hurricane Relief Task Force and de Blasio Administration’s Build it Back Overhaul, Which Prioritized Interagency Collaboration and Community Engagement to Accelerate the Recovery QUEENS,
New Mid-Block Signal, Crosswalk, Lane Markings to Improve Safety for Children and Families QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz, the New York City Department of Transportation (DOT), elected officials,
QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz announced the allocation of discretionary capital funding to create a new, free, full-day pre-K program at the Ravenswood Community Library located in the NYCHA
QUEENS, NY – Queens Borough President Melinda Katz stated the following about NYPD Police Officer Brian Moore of the 105th Precinct’s Anti-Crime Unit, who passed away this afternoon in Jamaica,
Supports “Close to Home” Mission but Urges Alternative Locations Outside of Residential QUEENS, NY – Queens Borough President Melinda Katz stated the following in response to questions about the Administration
QUEENS, NY – Queens elected officials issued the following joint statement about the congestion pricing plan proposed by Move NY: “The ‘Move NY Fair Plan’ is far from fair and
Ensuring Neighborhood Stability Through One-on-One Service for Owners to Protect Their Homes, Properties, Credit Offers Opportunity to Address Debts Owed to City and Avoid Private Debt Collector Before Deadline QUEENS,
User-friendly Informational Resource for Borough’s Diverse Immigrant Communities QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz, in honor of “New York City Immigrant Heritage Week,” today announced the release of the
City Unveils Aggressive and Holistic Plan to Stimulate Smart Growth and Improve Livability in Jamaica NEW YORK—Mayor Bill de Blasio, Queens Borough President Melinda Katz, and Deputy Mayor for Housing and
QUEENS, NY – Queens Borough President Melinda Katz stated the following in response to questions about the preliminary proposal to eliminate or reduce parking spot requirements for any affordable and/or
Proclaims April 2015 as Landmarks Month in Queens BP Katz to Host Special Reception on April 21 to Commemorate Anniversary QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz proclaimed April 2015
QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz is pleased to announce her appointment of retired New York State Supreme Court Justice Augustus C. Agate to the Queens Library Board of
Additional NYPD Traffic Enforcement Agents, New Left-Turn Lane, New Markings Designed to Enhance Safety and Traffic Flow in Downtown Core QUEENS, NY – At a meeting of Queens Borough President
Recommendations Seek to Address the Borough’s Longstanding Issues QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz submitted to the Mayor and City Council recommendations for the expense and capital budget priorities
Wednesday, March 18th QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz will hold a regular meeting of the Queens Parent Advisory Board. This month’s meeting will focus on the New York
Promoting a Love of Poetry and Literacy in Queens QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz, in partnership with Queens College and Queens Library, has launched an open call for
The 5th annual Queens World Film Festival (QWFF) kicks off at the Museum of the Moving Image in Astoria, Queens, on Tuesday, March 17, with a special opening night tribute to
Borough President to Appoint Members to Important Education Policy Advisory Bodies QUEENS, NY – Queens Borough President Melinda Katz is accepting applications from qualified community- and education-minded individuals to serve
QUEENS, NY – Queens Borough President Melinda Katz stated the following in response to questions about Community Board 9’s decision to proceed with its District Manager search and selection process
Outstanding community members and talented college scholarship winners were recognized QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz hosted a celebration of Black History Month last night (Monday, February 23) in
QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz will chair an upcoming Queens Borough Board public hearing on the Mayor’s Fiscal Year 2016 Preliminary Expense and Capital Budgets. The public hearing
QUEENS, NY – Borough President Katz announced the appointment of Melva Miller as Deputy Borough President, effective today. Miller succeeds former Deputy Borough President Leroy Comrie who began his term
Decades-Old Rusty School Trailers at P.S. 19 in Corona to be Removed New Physical Addition to School Building Slated for Construction QUEENS, NY – Parents, elected and city officials today
Queens Lauds Prioritization of Affordable Housing, Restoration of Rockaway Ferry QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz stated the following in response to questions about Mayor Bill de Blasio’s
QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz will chair an upcoming Borough Board public hearing on the Mayor’s Fiscal Year 2016 Preliminary Expense and Capital Budgets. The public hearing will
If It’s Good for Our Families, It’s Good for Queens QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz shared some of the milestones reached in the first year in office and
Talented individuals will be great assets to the Library QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz is pleased to announce her appointments of Adrienne Adams and Eli Shapiro, Ed.D, LCSW,
QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz issued the following statement in recognition of former Deputy Borough President Leroy Comrie’s inauguration today as a New York State Senator: “Leroy Comrie is an
QUEENS, NY — “Former Governor Mario Cuomo was a giant of New York politics who devoted his life to public service. As governor, he used his considerable intelligence and leadership ability
Talented high school seniors can earn monetary awards to help cover academic expenses QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz today announced she is inviting talented Queens high school seniors
QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz stated the following about the killing of two NYPD police officers today: “My thoughts and prayers are with the families of two of
QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz stated the following about today’s vote by the Queens Borough Public Library’s Board of Trustees to permanently remove Thomas Galante, the Library’s former
Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr.: “Throughout this process my office, my colleagues in the other boroughs and Comptroller Scott Stringer raised serious concerns about the proposed ‘LinkNYC’ WiFi program.
Acclaimed as a Melting Pot with Great Restaurants, Art, Beaches QUEENS, NY — Next stop…Queens! The world’s most diverse county was selected as the best tourism destination in the United
QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz will hold a regular meeting of the Queens Parent Advisory Board on Wednesday, December 10. This month’s topic will be the Department of
QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz stated the following in response to the grand jury’s decision today in the death of Eric Garner: “My heart and prayers are with
New York, NY-On Wednesday, New York City Comptroller Scott M. Stringer and Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. along with Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams, Manhattan Borough President Gale A.
Pay-More-For-Status-Quo Approach Short-Sighted, Limits Economic Vitality and Growth QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz stated the following about the Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s (MTA’s) latest fare and toll increase proposals,
New Board, Accountability and Oversight Measures Restore Public Faith and Trust in Library’s Management QUEENS, NY – Judge Frederic Block of the United States District Court for the Eastern District
QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz, in conjunction with the NonProfit HelpDesk (NPHD), is hosting a two-part, no-cost training workshop entitled “Taking Your NonProfit to the Next Level” to
“Strong PTAs Make Strong Schools” QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz will host a workshop for Parent-Teacher Associations (PTAs) as well as for parents interested in becoming more involved
Hundreds of Neighborhood Stakeholders Help Shape Jamaica Action Plan as Part of BP Katz Initiative QUEENS, NY – Several hundred local stakeholders participated in the Jamaica Planning Initiative Conference on
BP Katz Renders Her Office Available Mon-Thu to Assist Residents with HEAP Application QUEENS, NY – With the first cold snap of the season sending shivers throughout the city, Borough
QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz stated the following regarding yesterday’s terror attack in Jerusalem: “I am terribly saddened by the horrific terror attack at a place of
“Responsible Development That Queens Can Be Proud Of” QUEENS, NY – Borough President Melinda Katz, former Chair of the City Council Land Use Committee, stated the following in response to
On this second anniversary of Superstorm Sandy, I would like to take the opportunity to acknowledge the hard work and perseverance of the residents of our city whose lives were
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz is pleased to announce her appointment of Dr. Lenore R. Gall, Ed.D., to the Board of Trustees of the Queens Borough Public Library. Dr. Gall
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz and Dalila Hall, the Queens Borough Commissioner of the city’s Department of Transportation (DOT), unveiled new “Welcome to Queens” signs recently installed along major thoroughfares
A six-month series of events to commemorate the World’s Fair anniversaries organized by the World’s Fair Anniversary Committee and NYC Parks will end with a concluding celebration on Sunday, October
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz is pleased to announce her appointment of Earl G. Simons to the Board of Trustees of the Queens Borough Public Library. Mr. Simons is the
On Wednesday, August 27, 2014, Queens Borough President Melinda Katz will host the first in a series of Veterans Business Forum sessions that will be held at Queens Borough Hall.
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz is pleased to announce her appointment of Robert Santos to the Board of Trustees of the Queens Borough Public Library. Mr. Santos is the Vice
In an effort to prevent further disruptions from interfering with the business of running the Queens Library, Queens Borough President Melinda Katz today announced she has denied the appeals of
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz today announced she is removing six individuals from their positions on the Queens Library’s Board of Trustees. Borough President Katz took this action because
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz will speak at the press conference the Queens Jewish Community Council (QJCC) is holding tomorrow morning to give elected officials and community leaders the opportunity
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz today commended Mayor Bill de Blasio, City Council Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito and the members of the City Council for agreeing to include more than $4.8
“The temporary Rockaway ferry now in operation has been a great boon for Rockaways residents seeking an easy commute to other parts of the City and for people from other
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz today praised members of the state Senate who early this morning voted 59 to 1 in favor of a bill that would reform the governance
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz will swear in 54 newly appointed community board members during a ceremony to be held tomorrow (Thursday, June 12th), at 6 p.m. in the New
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz today praised members of the state Assembly who yesterday voted 132 to 0 in favor of legislation that would reform the governance structure of the
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz today announced the allocation of more than one million dollars in capital funds to pay for streetscape improvements along commercial corridors in several Queens neighborhoods.
In recognition of our nation’s military members and veterans, Queens Borough President Melinda Katz will host a Memorial Day Ceremony on Thursday, May 22, 2014, at 11 a.m. in the
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz and Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. today announced that, in the spirit of borough pride, the two would wager a variety of delicacies from
Approximately 2,500 people visit Pavilion during celebration NYC Parks’ Queens Commissioner Dorothy Lewandowski today joined Queens Borough President Melinda Katz, Assemblywoman Margaret Markey and National Trust for Historic Preservation board
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz today announced she has appointed Ann Kittredge to a position on the Community Education Council (CEC) for Community School District 28. Ms.
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz today announced she will be hosting a tax lien assistance session at Queens Borough Hall on Wednesday, April 9, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz and state Assembly Member Margaret Markey, the co-chairs of the World’s Fair Anniversary Committee, today unveiled the schedule for a six-month series of
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz and state Assembly Member Margaret Markey, the co-chairs of the World’s Fair Anniversary Committee, will host a press conference on Friday, March 28 at 11:30
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz today named Carl Seldin Koerner as her first appointee to the Queens Library’s Board of Trustees. Mr. Koerner is Counsel at the law firm
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz announced today that the Borough Board has unanimously approved a package of expense and capital budget priorities that it wants to see included in the
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz will be hosting a health care seminar during which Queens residents can get help signing up for health insurance under Affordable Care Act.
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz hosted her first African American Heritage Month Event as Borough President on Tuesday, February 25 in Queens Borough Hall. The highlight of the event
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz chaired the Queens Borough Board’s annual budget hearing on Thursday, February 20, at Queens Borough Hall. The hearing is an opportunity for local organizations
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz today announced she will be hosting two informational seminars in early March that will help Queens residents learn more about the benefits of
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz today announced she has sent a letter to members of the Board of Trustees of the Queens Library that includes her recommendations about what steps
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz hosted her first Greek Independence Day Event as Borough President on Friday evening, March 14, in the Federation of Hellenic Societies of Greater New York
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz will be joined by local veterans as she presents representatives from the United War Veterans Council (UWVC) — the producers of the annual NYC Veterans
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz declared on Thursday, February 6, that the New York State Pavilion in Flushing Meadows Corona Park should not be torn down. “The New
This morning Queens Borough President Melinda Katz appeared on the “Jim Kerr Rock ‘n Roll Morning Show” on Q104.3 (WAXQ-FM) to help celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Beatles first
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz called for the Queens Library to take a fresh look at its policies, procedures and protocols and to allow for more transparency over its spending
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz is working in partnership with Adecco Staffing Company to fill about 200 temporary positions available at Cirque du Soleil’s performances of “Amaluna,” a
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz today announced she has extended the deadline for Queens residents to apply to join one of the borough’s 14 community boards, the neighborhood-level
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz shared her vision on how to promote economic growth in Queens before an audience of small business owners and economic development leaders who attended her
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz today participated in a rally that City Council member Jimmy Van Bramer, organized to protest the Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s plans to impose work-related
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz today joined New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio, Police Commissioner Bill Bratton, incoming NYC Department of Transportation (DOT) Commissioner Polly Trottenberg, Health
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz participated in the annual legislative breakfast of the Queens Jewish Community Council (QJCC), spoke at the Taiwanese American Association of New York’s annual
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz today announced that Rufus King Court Apartments, an affordable housing development nearing completion Jamaica, is accepting applications from low income families interested in moving into
The Honorable Melinda Katz, the 19th President of the Borough of Queens, was formally sworn-in to her new office during an inauguration ceremony held Thursday evening, January 9,
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz will be formally inaugurated into her new position as Borough President during a ceremony to be held Thursday, January 9, at 7 p.m. in the
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