The “Fair Wages for New Yorkers” Act
By Ruben Diaz Jr. Bronx Borough President On November 21, thousands of people from all over the City crowded into the Riverside Church in upper Manhattan to make their voices…
Statement from Borough President Diaz RE: Governor Cuomo’s State Tax Reform
“On behalf of all 1.4 million Bronxites, I would like to congratulate Governor Cuomo on his outstanding leadership and determination to reform New York State’s tax system. It is time…
Borough President Diaz Joins New York Cares & Healthplus to Launch “Keep the Bronx Warm Month” Coat Drive
On Wednesday, November 30, 2011, Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. and State Senator Gustavo Rivera joined the volunteer organization New York Cares and Health Plus to kick off the 2011…
Testimony of Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. on the “Fair Wages for New Yorkers” Act Delivered to the City Council Committee on Contracts
Good afternoon. Chairwoman Mealy, thank you for offering me this opportunity to testify before your committee on the “Fair Wages for New Yorkers” Act, an important piece of legislation designed…
NYC DOT Commissioner Sadik-Khan, City Officials Announce City’s First Neighborhood Slow Zone, Launch Of Program for Communities to Request Slow Zones to Reduce Unsafe Speeds
Speed limit in Claremont neighborhood of the Bronx reduced to 20 mph, traffic calming measures will help reduce unsafe speeds in residential area with many schools New program builds on…
Wildlife Conservation Society’s Zoos and Aquarium Help Those in Need This Holiday Season with Toy and Food Drives
On Wednesday, November 16, Deputy Bronx Borough President Aurelia Greene joined John Calvelli, Executive Vice President of Public Affairs for the Wildlife Conservation Society’s Bronx Zoo; Lenny Caro, President of…
Governor Cuomo Announces Clean Technology Vehicle Manufacturer to Open Facility in New York City, Create More Than 100 Jobs
On Tuesday, November 15th, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. joined state and city officials, as well as representatives of the Bronx Overall Economic Development Corporation, to announce that electric…
Statement from Borough President Diaz RE: Shooting of Four-Year Old Cincer Balthazar
I am deeply saddened by last night’s incident on Grand Avenue, where a four-year old boy fell victim to gun violence and is now fighting for his life. My heart…
Macy’s to Anchor Prestige Properties’ The Mall At Bay Plaza
Iconic Retailer Joins JC Penney to Headline New 780,000-SF Bronx Shopping Destination; NYC’s Largest New Enclosed Fashion Mall in Decades In one of New York City’s most significant and exciting…
Statement from Borough President Diaz RE: Buzunesh Deba’s Performance in the ING NYC Marathon
“I know I speak for all 1.4 million residents of the Bronx when I congratulate one of our own, Buzunesh Deba, on her strong performance in the ING New York…