Currently holds the office of New York City Council - District 3 until December 31, 2026.
Candidate for New York City Council - District 3 in 2026 New York Primary Election.
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Get StartedI’ll work with the Speaker and my colleagues on the council to develop legislation and incentives that foster growth in creative careers and prioritize the protection of galleries, performance spaces and other cultural institutions, defending the creative workforce that fuels our neighborhood and city’s identity. Learn more
I will advocate for inclusive, affirming schools and expanded youth programming. That means protecting LGBTQ+ students from bullying, supporting GSAs, and ensuring access to culturally competent counseling and services. Learn more
I support Mayor Mamdani’s initiative to create the Department of Community Safety, so that the police can fight crime and not be forced to be responsible for situations that should be handled by a social service professional. We also must increase investment in mental health support and developing more pathways to supportive housing. Learn more
providing intensive tutoring, especially for ELL Learn more
literacy instruction on earlier grades Learn more
increasing special education inclusion Learn more
I support Mayor Mamdani’s pledge to provide 1% of the city budget to fund the Parks Department, to improve maintenance, cleaning, safety, and create more equitable park access, an idea that has been around a long time because of historic underfunding, but needs to be made permanent because it’s our collective backyard! Learn more
Accelerating the development of permanently affordable homes, particularly through subsidized housing programs. Learn more
Speeding up the conversion of vacant offices into apartments. Learn more
We must expand accessible transit options, and ensure crossings, entrances, public spaces, buildings, and services are designed with seniors and people with disabilities in mind. Learn more
Installing more dedicated bus lanes which make the buses move faster as we also work towards expanding Fair Fares. Learn more
Our bus shelters are inadequate - there should be more benches and shelters so seniors (and the rest of us!) can comfortably wait for the bus. Learn more
I will continue our monthly SCRIE and DRIE clinic to help connect seniors and people with disabilities to these vital programs. Learn more
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