Will 800,000 New Yorkers Receive Half-Priced Metrocards?
In the past, Mayor Bill de Blasio has said that it is the MTA's responsibility, not New York City's.
Ruben Diaz Jr.
Ruben Diaz Jr. is an American politician who has served as the Bronx Borough President since 2009. Born on September 4, 1972, in the Bronx, New York, Diaz Jr. is a member of the Democratic Party and is the son of former New York City Councilman Ruben Diaz Sr. During his tenure as Borough President, Diaz Jr. has focused on issues such as affordable housing, economic development, and public safety. He has worked on initiatives to improve infrastructure, support small businesses, and enhance community services in the Bronx. Diaz Jr. is known for his efforts to address the needs of his constituents and to promote growth and development within the borough.
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Gov. Cuomo Set to Impose ‘State of Emergency’ on NYC’s Public Housing Developments
In recent months, public housing residents have had to deal with a lead paint scandal and heating problems during the winter.
De Blasio: Here’s How New York City Can Close Rikers Island Faster
The four borough-based jails replacing Rikers Island will be in Queens, the Bronx, Brooklyn and Manhattan.
