In July of 1993, after decades of activism, New York City’s Civilian Complaint Review Board opened its doors. For the first time, New Yorkers alleging misconduct by the police could seek redress at an independent civilian agency. Twenty-two years later, I am thrilled to announce that I am joining the CCRB as its Legal & Policy…
As some of you know, I have been working on a full history of Williamsburg. It will be a substantial project that will take a lot of time, but a few months of research has already dug up some pretty fun facts. I got to drop one at a biker bar on Saturday night. A…
This morning I am excited to announce the beginning of a major project: The History of Williamsburg. I’ve been fascinated with Williamsburg during my two stints living here, and my research into its past has reaffirmed that it is the most interesting neighborhood in the city. For hundreds of years, this is where cultures have…
Before Williamsburg was a hipster paradise, before it was a Puerto-Rican/Italian enclave, before it was a Jewish refuge from LES tenements, before it was a booming industrial hub of sugar and beer, before it was a local center for Whig Party politics, Williamsburgh (The “h” was shed in 1855) was the headquarters for Hessian mercenaries hired by…
I think there is zero chance of developers walking away from this waterfront. Look at this view! This is the best view in New York City, maybe in the whole world. You’ve got the entire Manhattan skyline right in front of you. – Councilmember David Yassky (Williamsburg/Greenpoint), 2005 In Williamsburg and Greenpoint, luxury condos have been…
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