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Investigating RIOC and the PTA: Where’s the Transparency Now?

Oct 27, 2024 davidstone1313

The actions of RIOC and the PTA raise serious concerns about transparency, accountability, and potential conflicts of interest, particularly regarding unreported theft and obscure financial practices.

Jan 30, 2024 The City Council is Acting to Overturn Adams Criminal Justice Vetoes. Now What? Lawmakers have the pwer to override the mayor and pass laws to document police stops and ban solitary confinement. That doesn’t necessarily…

Nov 7, 2023 Complete Reversal: RIOC Reports a Crime on Main Street. But… On Monday, in a complete reversal from prior practice, RIOC voluntarily reported a crime that occurred early Sunday morning. The beleaguered state…

Sep 18, 2023 About RIOC Board Members: What are they supposed to do…? Serving as board members of a New York State public benefit corporation like RIOC is not your everyday walk in Central Park.…

Aug 23, 2023 NYPD Chief Who Criticized Surge In Vehicle Pursuits Ousted Chief of Risk Management Matthew Pontillo was forced to resign last week in connection with his concerns about a surge in police…

Nov 27, 2022 Governor Kathy Hochul Has A Message for Roosevelt Islanders: Get Lost! “Get lost!” The message from Albany shot loud and clear down the Hudson, landing on our little Island. Hochul vetoed a bill…

Oct 3, 2022 RIOC’s Credibility Took a Jaw-Dropping Jolt After Another AVAC Failure RIOC’s credibility took a hit on Saturday, the first weekend in October 2022. No, the dog did not eat their homework, but…

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