Politics

With Armory Ice Center, Problems Solved

Kevin Parker did not set out to create the world’s largest ice sports complex inside the Kingsbridge Armory in the Bronx. Like any parent, the former Wall Street executive says he just wanted to solve a problem for his kids.

Op-Ed: Koppell Tells Klein To Be ‘Genuine Democrat’ on Campaign Finance Reform

No one is better placed to clean up Albany’s cesspool of corruption than Senator Klein, who presides over the scandal-ridden State Senate with his “co-leader,” Republican Dean Skelos. It’s an unusual arrangement which has yet to prove its worth, in my opinion, though Mr. Klein would surely disagree. Regardless, he has a huge test before him now, as he must decide whether he will insist that Mr. Skelos allow a vote on a comprehensive campaign finance reform package.

First-Time Candidate, First-Time Mom

Raquel Batista, a long-time community activist, is joining the crowded race to replace Joel Rivera in the 15th Council District. She’s a Democrat, like the other leading candidates in the race. But there’s one thing that separates her from the pack — at 38, she’s pregnant with her first child.

Dinowitz Pushing Fair Elections Act

Northwest Bronx Assemblyman Jeff Dinowitz says he’s supporting new legislation that would create a state system to provide matching public financing for contributions to state campaign.

Hassell-Thompson Wants to Clear Her Name

Bronx State Senator Ruth Hassell-Thompson was forced to defend herself after she it was revealed that she had been recorded talking with former Queens State Senator Shirley Huntley, who was recently sentenced on corruption charges.

Bronx Notes: Serrano’s Off-Site Office Hours

Congressman Jose Serrano’s staff will be available for off-site evening hours to share information about office services, and to help answer specific individual questions at its next off-site hours event on Wednesday, May 22, from 5:30—7:00 p.m. at New York Public Library’s Belmont Branch, 610 East 186th St. Regular district office hours will continue to be provided, Monday through Thursday 9 a.m.—noon, at 1231 Lafayette Ave. (4th Floor).

Campaign Violations Put Political Hopeful in Spotlight

Yudelka Tapia’s path to becoming an elected official hit a massive roadblock last week when a judge upheld the New York City Campaign Finance Board’s decision to hold her accountable for more than $100,000 in violation penalties and reimbursement payments stemming from a troubled and unsuccessful City Council campaign in 2009.