Affordable Housing
Affordable housing development must seek a better balance between market rate and affordable housing. Pioneers who have built our neighborhoods must not be forced to leave because they are victims of their own success, their housing should remain affordable so that they may realize the fruits of their labor.
As former Chief of Staff for
Mitchell-Lama Subcommittee Chair,
Assemblyman Jonathan L. Bing, I know the current issues facing affordable housing. I had the opportunity to work on the next generation of progressive
legislation that would scale certain rent regulations to the
consumer price index, so that new laws are always current and housing remains affordable for generations to come. But there is more to do and as your City Council member I will continue this work by reforming rent regulation, using market indices like the
consumer price index, and expanding affordable housing.
In addition to fixing affordable housing and rent regulation laws, we must also create a centralized affordable housing resource. Affordable housing must be
transparent, with easily accessible and searchable lists by address and qualification, rather than having to search through over a dozen different programs and agencies. We must
open affordable housing by creating an easy centralized application process. Lastly, the waiting lists for all affordable housing must be publicly available to provide
accountability where these waiting lists have been previously abused.
My Issues:
Affordable Housing
Elections
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Endorsement:
I responded to Ben's advertisement in September, searching for internship opportunities prior to enrolling in law school. I had done campaign work in the past, but what really drives me are labor issues and the intersection of labor, law, and politics. Ben was incredibly supportive, not only tailoring my work to these interests, but coaching me through the LSAT, law school applications, and a career in law. I began researching City labor policy and seeking labor union meetings and endorsements, building a contact list of three hundred unions and leaders. This involved thousands of calls, dozens of meetings, and hundreds of hours spent drafting briefs and articles. I have never learned so much so quickly, and this internship has left me confident in my chosen career.
Ben is not only an exceptional mentor, but runs a truly progressive campaign unlike any other I've encountered. Our team has run everything from voter registration drives in public schools to subway petitions. Every intern has the opportunity to pursue their own passion in addition to fundraising, canvassing, and managing campaign events. Whether it's education, public transit, or health issues that fascinate you, you will have the chance to conduct research, meet leaders in the field, and apply your own creativity in designing events and programs.
I strongly encourage you to join Ben Kallos' City Council campaign. There is so much to be gained.
My Issues:
Affordable Housing
Good Government
Tax Reform
Health
Public Safety
Education
Jobs
Second Avenue Subway Construction
My Issues:
Affordable Housing
Good Government
Marine Transfer Station
Tax Reform
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Health
Public Safety
Technology
Education
Israel
Roosevelt Island
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