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Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

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RI DAILY

Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

Reporting Roosevelt Island since sunrise.

Community Board 8

Krueger and Seawright Community Board 8 Meeting: Advocating for Roosevelt Island

Senator Liz Krueger and Assembly Member Rebecca Seawright will meet with Roosevelt Islanders on July 1st at 6:30 p.m. to address governance issues. The community seeks direct elections for RIOC board members and a say in the Master Lease extension. Join this important conversation for positive change and democratic representation.

UPDATE: Roosevelt Island’s Future – Viewed From the Big Island Across the River

For a larger audience, Roosevelt Island’s future will be the topic of discussion when CB8 Zooms on Friday, February 16th. Journalist and Community Board 8 member Lori A. Bores chats with RIOC Board Member Ben Fhala and CB8 representative Paul…

Can we talk… with RIOC? CB8 invites Roosevelt Island engagement

Community Board 8 (CB8) Roosevelt Island committee chair, Paul Krikler, opens a window next week where the community can connect. That’s not just with RIOC, but it’s also with each other and a shot at powering up. by David Stone…

“Let’s Get Our Act Together,” Says Judith Berdy, After CB 8 Tram Talk

Judith Berdy, well-known as a local historian, is also as plugged into other community streams of interest as anyone. She’s frequently quoted in publications where she’s considered a reliable resource for news stories. Here, she offers her thoughts on Roosevelt…