Bloomberg: No Checks Until June, In Any Case

When asked about the legality of rescinding the $400 rebate check to homeowners, Michael Bloomberg said this morning, “There’s a judge that’s going to decide that, but in any case, it doesn’t have to go out right now.”

Bloomberg, speaking during his weekly radio appearance with host John Gambling, went on to say, “Even if Read More

Ignizio’s Gun

Here’s an interesting (if not particularly significant) factoid buried deep in a profile in the Staten Island Advance of freshman City Councilman Vinny Ignizio: he’s applying for a gun license so he can buy a rifle.

I’m guessing this is a pretty rare distinction among New York City elected officials. Are there Read More

Independence Parties

Mark your calendars: the state Independence Party is getting together, apart.

A week from Monday, the New York County chapter of the party, which is closely associated with Lenora Fulani, will have its annual fund-raiser at the Woolworth Kitchen Tower.

Tomorrow, a rival, Staten Island-based faction will hold an event to present awards Read More

Events for March 27, 2007

A special election for ex-Assemblyman Vincent M. Ignizio’s seat in the 62nd District will be held today.

11:30 a.m. A ground breaking for renovations will be held at Gravesend Park on 18th Avenue between 56th and 58th streets in Brooklyn.

11:30 a.m. Manhattan Borough President Scott Stringer announces a free tax preparation campaign for low-income Read More

Citizens Union on Eugene's Residency

Citizens Union just released a statement applauding the City Council for investigating the residency claims of Councilman-elect Dr. Mathieu Eugene.

“While it can be debated as to how long a candidate should have to live in a district to represent that district, it is in the best interest of voters for there to be Read More

Council to Investigate Eugene's Residency

Because of “credible allegations” about Mathieu Eugene’s place of residence leading up to and on the day of his election, the City Council will launch an investigation to determine whether he meets residency requirements to hold office, Speaker Christine Quinn said in a public statement just now.

Both Vincent Ignizio and Dr. Eugene will Read More