Archived press releases and statement from past years.
“This newly announced MOU between Amtrak, Empire State Development and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority is incredibly welcome as it allows this universally supported, much-anticipated mass transit project to move forward…
Advocates also call on Trump Administration to drop appeal of court decision that ordered the citizen question to be removed NEW YORK—Today, Congresswoman Carolyn B. Maloney (NY-12) joined the…
“For far too long women in New York State have not had the right to make their own choices about their healthcare sufficiently protected and codified into law. Thankfully, that…
Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. held a press conference this morning to oppose the Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s (MTA) proposed public transit fare hikes and to call for a reorganization…
Revised ridership projections anticipate serving 11M annual riders by 2023 NEW YORK—Following his State of the City address last week, Mayor de Blasio today released additional details about the expansion…
Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. today celebrated the start of the 8th Annual “Savor The Bronx” Restaurant Week at Beatstro, a Hip Hop themed restaurant located in the South Bronx.…
State Parks, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz, NYC Council Member Vanessa Gibson and Partners Team Together to Revitalize and Transform Playground Serving Nearly 1 Million Visitors View the South…
Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. today announced the launch of the #CleanUpNYCHA social media campaign. This initiative aims to use social media to encourage New York City Housing Authority…
NEW YORK––Mayor Bill de Blasio today appointed Julie Menin as Director of the Census for New York City. She also will serve as Executive Assistant Corporation Counsel for Strategic Advocacy.…
Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr., Westchester County Executive George Latimer, other elected officials and key stakeholders spoke out in support of the expansion of Metro North service to the…