COMPLETE VIDEO: 197th CityLaw Breakfast with NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch

On April 17, 2025, New York Police Department Commissioner Jessica Tisch spoke at the 197th CityLaw Breakfast. She spoke on “The Foundations of Public Safety in New York City.” Dean and President of New York Law School Anthony W. Crowell and Ben Max, Executive Editor and Program Director of the Center for New York City and State Law provided opening remarks. This breakfast was sponsored by Con Edison, Verizon, and Greenburg Traurig LLP.

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City Celebrates Moore Park Renovation in Corona

On March 26, 2025, New York City Commissioner Sue Donoghue and other critical stakeholders process of the $4.25 million renovation of the William F. Moore Park located in Corona, Queens. This project was funded by Councilmember Moya and Borough President Richards. In total, the City Parks department will be conducting $34 million worth of park renovation projects in Councilmember Moya’s district. Some of these projects include Caminiti Park, American Triangle, and Park of the Americas.


City Announces Rule Changes for Unlawful Dumping on Parks Properties

On March 31, 2025, New York City Parks Commissioner Sue Donoghue and other critical stakeholders announced the City has amended a rule to increase penalties for unlawful dumping on Parks properties. An amendment to Section 1-07 of NYC Parks rules, effective March 31, raises the prior $1,000 penalty for a first-time illegal dumping offense to $5,000. There is also a $10,000 fine for each subsequent illegal dumping violation occurring within twelve months of the initial … <Read More>


NY Elections, Census and Redistricting Update 04/14/25

This week: State Court Denies Motion for Summary Judgment in Mt. Pleasant VRA Case; Plaintiffs Seek New Judge in Newburgh VRA Case, Preclearance Submissions; Explainer on Affidavit & Emergency Voting; Update on Congressional Apportionment Challenge

By Jeff Wice, Alexis Marking & Michael Athy

N.Y. VOTING RIGHTS ACT LITIGATION

Westchester County: Serratto v. Mt. Pleasant: VRA Motion to Dismiss Denied

On April 11th, the State Supreme Court in Westchester County issued a decision and order … <Read More>


Democratic Mayoral Candidates Talk Parks Priorities

By Mark Chiusano

New York City’s parks are touchstones for all residents – including candidates for mayor. 

Among those 30,000 acres are “where my kids learned to walk,” said Comptroller Brad Lander, and where State Senator Zellnor Myrie biked and got a “reprieve” from his asthma. Former comptroller Scott Stringer’s children practically “live in the parks,” he said, summing up the prevailing view: “The way our parks will go will define how our city goes.”<Read More>


NY Elections, Census and Redistricting Update Week of 4/7/25

This week: N.Y.C. 2030 Census Effort Kicks Off, Newburgh VRA case parties differ on proceedings, State Election Law Bills Advance, State VRA Preclearance Updates, Florida Redistricting Challenge Advances

By Jeff Wice, Alexis Marking & Jarret Berg

N.Y.C. Census Conference Kicks Off 2030 Organizing Push

On April 1, over 100 attendees participated in a half-day conference at New York Law School focused on preparing for the 2030 census. The event was co-sponsored by the N.Y. Election<Read More>