Local control is an American ideal for governing. Residents paying the bills should have a strong say in how their money is spent. Roosevelt Islanders
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Sources tell The Daily that redistricting will cost us Serrano but Maloney and Seawright stay for now
The 2020 Census demands redistricting responsive to the current population. This brings a once every decade shift in district boundaries and community representatives. by David
How would the new residency laws affect RIOC?
New residency laws aimed at changing RIOC are now in committee in both the State Senate and Assembly. Prompted by resident concerns, Senator José Serrano
Wishes Come True: Seawright and Serrano Propose Strong Residency Requirements for RIOC
This afternoon, Assembly Member Rebecca Seawright and Senator José Serrano jointly announced a proposed law including residency requirements for RIOC. Such changes have been on
AM Seawright brings a Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic to Roosevelt Island
New York State Assembly Member Rebecca Seawright announced, early today, a Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic for Roosevelt Island, next week. The clinic, hosted by the
Rebecca Seawright’s Heartfelt Tribute to Her Mentor, Boss and Friend, Sarah Weddington
In case you’re not aware, Sarah Weddington won the Roe v. Wade decision before the U.S. Supreme Court, making abortions legal across the nation. She
The beat goes on with third day of COVID testing and vaccines
In a third day of COVID testing and vaccines, Roosevelt Islanders waited again in a long line, the length of Good Shepherd Plaza. It was
Gov. Hochul endorsed AM Seawright: What does it mean for Roosevelt Island?
Governor Kathy Hochul endorsed State Assembly Member Rebecca Seawright for reelection on Thursday. The only surprise was that it hadn’t happened sooner. By David Stone
Clueless in Albany flowing south: Hochul and the RIOC Board
While we celebrated The Girl Puzzle, last Friday, the next episode of Clueless in Albany was a breakthrough case. And disappointment hit anyone hoping our
Julie Menin says Test and Trace Coming Back and Better: Update
New York City Hospital’s Test and Trace van is coming back to Roosevelt Island, next week, according to City Council Member-elect Julie Menin. And this