michael nelson

Nov
12

Councilman-Elect Chaim Deutsch Says He’s Not Taking A Vacation

Deutsch, following his primary victory.After a strong showing in the 48th District City Council race to replace term-limited Michael
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Sep
04

Council Candidate Natraj Bhushan Seeks Tech Solutions To Community Problems

Natraj BhushanVying for the Democratic nomination to replace term-limited Michael Nelson in the City Council’s 48th District, Natraj Bhushan
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Aug
05

Council Candidate Oberman Proposes Penalties For Those Who Fail To Evacuate During A Hurricane

ObermanIt’s no small secret that a large amount, perhaps even the majority, of Brooklynites living in Zone A failed
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May
29

Treybich Withdraws From Race To Replace Nelson, Backs Ari Kagan

And then there were… well, still a lot. But now it’s one less in the race to replace City
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Mar
15

Local Pols Band Together To Waive Fees For Businesses Recovering From Sandy

Earlier this week, a boatload of Southern Brooklyn politicians banded together to introduce a bill that would waive fees for
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Dec
06

Parking Rate Increase For Brighton Beach Municipal Lot Nixed Amid Concern For Sandy Victims

Source: Google MapsAs if the financial burden of Sandy recovery to Zone A residents wasn’t enough, the Department of
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Jul
26

Neck Road Looks Spiffier, Thanks To Concerned Residents And A Grant

If you’ve been on Gravesend Neck Road near East 14th Street in the past month, you may have noticed
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Jun
08

Nelson Backs Initiative For Greener Public Housing

NYCHA's Green Guide. Click to enlarge.City Councilman Michael Nelson emerged as a proponent of green initiatives of
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Feb
24

Oceana Hall, Scene Of Recent Violence, Operating Without Cabaret License

Oceana Hall, a Brighton Beach venue whose late-night events have spurred complaints from neighbors, has been illegally hosting parties without
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Jun
15

Photos: Children Honored For East 14th Street Cleanup

They say it takes a village to raise a child. Kids on East 14th Street are showing that it takes
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