David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor
Navigating Apps with Changes in Memory: Join Our Study
December 2, 2025
Weill Cornell Medicine seeks older adults with mild memory loss for a study on improving navigation apps. Participation is valuable,...
Howard Polivy Was Always There
Eleanor Rivers’ essay on Howard Polivy depicts a troubling portrait of institutional continuity. Polivy exemplifies a governance strategy where consistency outweighs dissent, allowing systems to maintain power without accountability. This piece serves as a preparatory bridge to future discussions on how committee structures reinforce this dynamic, highlighting the complexities of governance.
The OIG and Howard Polivy: What Silence Tells Us About Oversight
The Inspector General’s report critiques the Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation for misusing nearly $170,000 in public funds for private gain. Despite significant oversight failures, particularly by Howard Polivy, chair of the Audit & Budget Committee, calls for reform have faced resistance. Accountability remains elusive, prompting public engagement for change.
What Is the Open Meetings Law, and Why Roosevelt Island Residents Should Care
Transparency in government isn’t a luxury—it’s the foundation of public trust. When public bodies make decisions that affect our homes, our budgets, and our future, we deserve to be informed and included. That’s the premise behind New York’s Open Meetings…
Roosevelt Island Board Tensions: A Healthy Proxy Fight for Island Governance
Roosevelt Island’s RIOC board grapples with tensions over The Landings Residents Association, reflecting healthy growth. A proxy battle emerges between progressive and conservative factions, with member Ben Fhala pushing for change. Conflicting views on submetering and governance highlight the board’s struggles, but residents hope for necessary improvements.
At RIOC, a Rowdy Vibe in a Semi-Love Fest Hosted by Howard Polivy
Usually, we report the highlights of RIOC’s board and board committee meetings. But Thursday’s REDAC meeting had such a unique and rowdy vibe we’re covering it differently. Longtime board member and committee chair Howard Polivy stuck with his promise of…
David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor