Tag: nantasha-williams

Council passes tree care legislation to clarify pruning and removal procedures

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Apr. 14, 2025 By Athena Dawson Environmentally focused legislation led by Southeast Queens Council Member Nantasha Williams was recently approved by the New York City Council, aiming to make tree care services more transparent and accessible to residents. On Thursday, April 10, the Council passed Intro. 800 and Intro. 978, two bills sponsored by…

CM Williams pushes for DOI oversight of FDNY amid discrimination concerns

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Feb. 19, 2025 By Athena Dawson Southeast Queens Council Member Nantasha Williams has introduced new legislation requiring the New York City Department of Investigation (DOI) to investigate the FDNY’s compliance with federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws.  Williams introduced Intro 1197-2025 during the Feb. 13 Stated Meeting of the City Council. The bill mandates the…

City of yes for housing faces fierce pushback in Queens ahead of vote

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Nov. 27, 2024 By Athena Dawson As the City Council’s voting deadline on the City of Yes for Housing Opportunity steadily approaches, residents, civic groups, and local elected officials throughout Queens have voiced their stance on the monumental rezoning proposal.  The City Council is expected to hold a final vote on Dec. 5 regarding…