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Press Releases
April 2, 2015
"The life sciences are essential to New York City's success as a modern city. Investing in technology to better human health advances our society and powers our economy," said Councilmember Ben Kallos. "As the proud representative of New York's City's biotech hub, I believe that expanding and growing the life sciences are key to our city's success."
March 31, 2015
Citywide Ferry Service, To Launch in 2017, Will Provide Transit Options and Greater Opportunities to New Yorkers
March 31, 2015
New York, NY— Council Member Ben Kallos introduced a bill today dedicating urban planners to assist New York City’s 59 community boards with the intent of giving communities a tool to fight against some of the most major over-development. Urban planners would join the Borough President’s office but assist individual community boards.
March 31, 2015
New York, NY— Parents returning to the workforce will have the City’s support, if legislation sponsored by Council Members Ben Kallos, Laurie Cumbo and Robert Cornegy passes. The legislation would expand New York City’s Workforce1 job centers and online information hub to include resources and training for parents returning to work after taking time off. They called for technology training, public-private partnerships, specialized resume assistance, proactive outreach and expanded online information to help parents return to work.
March 25, 2015
At the New York City Council Sanitation Committee FY16 preliminary budget hearing today, Council Member Ben Kallos slammed the unsustainable and rising costs of the city’s Solid Waste Management Plan—specifically the planned marine transfer stations at 91st Street and Southwest Brooklyn.
March 17, 2015
East and West Side officials agree: Improvements must be made on crosstown bus lines.
March 5, 2015
"A threat to working New Yorkers from Gray Line bus company during ongoing negotiations is unacceptable. Guides help show the greatness of our city, and they should not be laid off or threatened. A great city deserves great guides. Nor can in-person guides be replaced by machines, for both safety and quality of experience. I applaud Manhattan Borough President Gale Brewer for leading the way on this issue," said Council Member Ben Kallos.
