NY- Council Members

Meet the New York City Council

The Role of the City Council
The New York City Council is the law-making body of
the City of New York. It is comprised of 51 Members
from 51 different Council Districts throughout the five
boroughs. Council monitors the operation and
performance of city agencies, makes land use decisions
and has sole responsibility for approving the city's
budget. It also legislates on a wide range of other
subjects. The Council is an equal partner with the
Mayor in the governing of New York City.

Margaret Chin
District 1 - Democrat
Chair: Committee on Aging
Committees: Education, Recovery and Resiliency,Transportation, Youth Services
District Office Phone: 212-587-3159
Contact Email: chin@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Margaret Chin was elected to the New York City Council in 2010, as the
representative for District 1 of lower Manhattan; Financial District, Battery Park City, Two
Bridges, Civic Center, TriBeCa, Chinatown, Little Italy, Lower East Side (part), Greenwich
Village (part), Governors Island. Chin has twice been elected by her colleagues to serve as an
executive member of the Black, Latino, and Asian Caucus. In her many years of public service
she served on boards of many not-for-profit organizations.
Rosie Mendez
Chair: Committee on Public Housing
Committees: Health, Housing and Buildings, Land Use, Public Housing, Recovery and
Resiliency
Sub Committees: Landmarks, Public Siting & Maritime Uses
Contact Email: RMendez@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Rosie Mendez is a life-long New Yorker and has been serving the
people of District 2 for nearly two decades. Rosie is known for her strong advocacy to
improve the daily lives of New Yorkers, and to maintain the character and diversity of
the communities within the district. She represents for Lower East Side, East Village,
Gramercy Park, Rosehill, Kips Bay; southern part of Murray Hill.

Corey Johnson
Committees: Contracts, Health, Finance, General Welfare, Mental Health,
Developmental Disability, Alcoholism, Drug Abuse and
Disability Services, Waterfronts
District Office Phone: (212) 564-7757
Contact Email: District3@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Corey Johnson publicly came out as a gay man when he
was captain of his high school football team. While Johnson serves in the
3rd district, he stood up for protecting our parks and recreational facilities
from over development, reducing class sizes in our public schools, and
restoring the Mayor’s proposed cuts to senior centers and meal programs.
Johnson represents neighborhoods of Manhattan in Chelsea, Greenwich
Village, SoHo, Hell's Kitchen, and parts of Midtown.
Daniel R. Garodnick
Committees: Council Leadership, Economic Development, Education, Land Use,
Rules, Privileges and Elections, Transportation, Waterfronts
Sub Committee: Zoning & Franchises
Contact Email: garodnick@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Daniel R. Garodnick represents Upper East Side, Central Park South,
Grand Central, Tudor City, Waterside, Peter Cooper Village, Carnegie Hill, Stuyvesant
Town, United Nations; part of Yorkville, Turtle Bay. Before joining the City Council, he
also directed the New York Civil Rights Coalition's "Unlearning Stereotypes: Civil
Rights and Race Relations Program" in 42 New York City public schools, teaching
students non-violent ways to combat racial discrimination, and how to use the
processes of government to affect social change.

Ben Kallos
District 5 – Democrat
Chair: Committee on Governmental Operations
Committees: Land Use, State and Federal Legislation, Women's Issues
Sub Committees: Landmarks, Public Siting & Maritime Uses
Contact Email: BKallos@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Kallos has fought to bring reform and transparency to
government agencies as Chair of the Committee on Governmental Operations
of the City Council. Kallos serves the 5th District of Manhattan, mainly the
Upper East Side's Yorkville, Lenox Hill, and Carnegie Hill, Roosevelt Island,
Midtown East's Sutton Place, and El Barrio.
Helen Rosenthal
Committees: Community Development, Contracts, Cultural Affairs, Libraries,
and International Intergroup Relations, Finance, Housing and
Buildings, Oversight and Investigations.
Contact Email: HRosenthal@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Helen Rosenthal represents the 6th District, encompassing
Manhattan’s Upper West Side of Manhattan; 55th to 110th Streets, excluding
Columbus Circle and Manhattan Valley areas. She is recognized as a strong
advocate for public schools, affordable housing, gender equality and economic
empowerment.

Mark Levine
Committees: Parks & Recreation, Education, Finance, Governmental Operations,
Housing and Buildings, Rules, Privileges and Elections.
Contact Email: mlevine@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Mark Levine founded one of New York City’s newest political clubs,
the Barack Obama Democratic Club of Upper Manhattan, which has quickly become a
force for empowering community residents to make their voice heard in local politics.
Levine represents West Harlem, Morningside Heights, Hamilton Heights, southern
portion of Washington Heights and northern Upper West Side.
Melissa Mark-Viverito
City Council Speaker
Committees: Rules, Privileges and Elections
(Ex-official member of all other committees)
Contact Email: mviverito@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Melissa Mark-Viverito currently serves as the Speaker of the New York
City Council, the first Puerto Rican and Latina to hold a citywide elected position. In
particular, she has been a staunch advocate for the creation and preservation of
income-targeted housing and for our city’s public housing program. She represents
the 8th District, which includes El Barrio/East Harlem and the South Bronx.

Inez E. Dickens
Committees: Land Use, Oversight and Investigations, Rules, Privileges and
Elections, Small Business
Contact Email: dickens@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Inez E. Dickens is a lifelong resident of the 9th Council District
that includes Central Harlem, Morningside Heights, parts of the Upper West
Side and part of East Harlem, Assistant Deputy Majority Leader, Inez Dickens is
highly respected as a tireless fighter for basic civil and human rights, justice,
equity, inclusion and diversity.
Yandis Rodriguez
Chair: Committee on Transportation
Committees: Finance, Housing and Buildings, Land Use, Rules, Privileges and
Elections, Planning
Sub committees: Dispositions & Concessions
Contact Email: yrodriguez@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Yandis Rodriguez continues to fight for much-needed services for
Northern Manhattan, including immigration reform, higher quality education for
all children, affordable housing and health care, and a more transparent and
efficient government. Rodriguez serves Washington Heights, Inwood, and Marble
Hill.

Andrew Cohen
Committees: Land Use, Mental Health, Developmental Disability, Alcoholism, Drug
Abuse and Disability Services, Parks and Recreation, Veterans,
Planning, and Sub committee Dispositions & Concessions
District Office Phone: Riverdale Office (718) 549-7300
Norwood Office (718) 882-4000 x 353
Contact Email: acohen@council.nyc.gov
Council Member Cohen is a lifelong resident of New York City, Andrew has always
had a strong commitment to serving his community. Cohen serves in Bronx
communities which includes Bedford Park, Kingsbridge, Norwood, Riverdale, Van
Cortlandt Village, Wakefield, and Woodlawn.
Andy King
Committees: Civil Rights, Community Development, Cultural Affairs, Libraries and
International Intergroup Relations, Education, Sanitation and Solid
Waste Management, Youth Services
Contact Email: Andy.King@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Andy King serves in communities of the northeast Bronx; Edenwald,
Co-Op City, Wakefield, Williamsbridge, and Baychester. King assists constituents in
addressing various needs such as housing, immigration referrals, sanitation, and
neighborhood safety complaints, among other quality of life issues.

James Vacca
Chair: Committee on Technology
Committees: Council Leadership, Higher Education, Juvenille Justice, Public Safety,
Transportation
Contact Email: jvacca@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember James Vacca is a life-long resident of the Bronx, Jimmy Vacca was
born and raised in Pelham Bay. Vacaa’s career in public service really began at the
early age of 13, when he organized his fellow JHS students to rally for better bus
service from the MTA. Before long, Jimmy was fighting for stop signs, traffic lights,
the fixing of potholes, and other local issues that affected his community. As a
representative of the Bronx's 13th Council District, Vacca serves neighborhoods of
Throgs Neck, Pelham Bay, Country Club, City Island, Westchester Square, Zerega,
Morris Park, Pelham Parkway, and Allerton.
Fernando Cabrera
Chair: Committee on Juvenile Justice
Committees: Fire and Criminal Justice, General Welfare, Higher Education, Parks
and Recreation, Veterans
Contact Email: fcabrera@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Fernando Cabrera had been a staunch advocate for tenants, youth
and seniors. He also serves as the senior pastor of New Life Outreach International
in the Kingsbridge area of the Bronx. He represents communities in Fordham,
Kingsbridge, Morris Height, of the West Bronx.

Ritchie Torres
Chair: Committee on Public Housing
Committees: Council leadership, General Welfare, Governmental Operations,
Housing and Buildings, Land Use, Public Safety, Zoning and
Franchises
Sub committees: Planning, Dispositions & Concessions
Contact Email: rtorres@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Ritchie Torres is a product of Bronx public schools, and got an early
start in public service at the age of 16. He represents the communities of the
Central Bronx. Torres is the first openly gay candidate to be elected to legislative
office in the Bronx and the youngest member of the City Council.
Vanessa L. Gibson
Chair: Committee on Public Safety
Committees: Community Development, Finance, General Welfare, Sanitation and
Solid Waste Management
Contact Email: VGibson@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Vanessa L. Gibson is a lifelong resident of New York City. Gibson has
a strong commitment to serving her Bronx community that began when she was a
student in the city’s public school system and led to her successful election to a seat
in the New York State Assembly on June 2, 2009. As a representative of the 16th
District, Gibson serves West Bronx communities in Morrisania, Highbridge, and
Melrose.

Maria del Carmen Arroyo
Chair: Committee on Community Development
Committees: Aging, Health, Juvenile Justice, Land Use.
Sub committees: Landmarks, Public Siting & Maritime Uses
Contact Email: marroyo@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Maria del Carmen Arroyo was elected to represent the 17th District
on February 15, 2005. Since her election, she has worked with community residents,
organizations and leaders to build the partnerships and collaborations needed to
bring positive changes to the community. Arroyo serves communities of Mott Haven,
Melrose, Longwood, Hunts Point, and Concourse sections of the Bronx.
Annabel Palma
Committees: Community Development, General Welfare, Land Use, Technology,
Youth Services.
Sub committees: Landmarks, Public Siting & Maritime Uses
Contact Email: apalma@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Annabel Palma has worked tirelessly to improve the district she has
lived all her life, drawing on her definitive struggle with poverty to fight for workers’
rights and fairer, more responsive representation for her constituents. A charismatic
and relatable leader who understands the issues that impact every day Bronx
residents, Annabel was first elected in 2003 to represent the people of Soundview,
Castle Hill, Parkchester, Clason Point and Harding Park in the Bronx’s 18th district.

Paul Vallone
Chair: Subcommittee on Senior Centers
Committees: Aging, Fire and Criminal Justice, Mental Health, Developmental
Disability, Alcoholism, Drug Abuse and Disability Services, Small
Business, Veterans, Waterfronts
Contact Email: pvallone@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Paul Vallone is a general practice lawyer and has concentrated in
elder law, wills & estates, guardianships, real estate and civil litigation. Prior to
his election to the New York City Council, Vallone has served on numerous
citywide boards and organizations dedicated to community service. He serves for
North East Queens covering Bayside, Whitestone, Auburndale, College Point,
Little Neck, Douglaston, and North Flushing.
Peter Koo
Chair: Subcommittee of Landmarks, Public Siting & Maritime Uses
Committees: Contracts, Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup
Relations, Health, Immigration, Land Use, Small Business
Contact Email: pkoo@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Peter Koo was elected to the New York City Council in November
2009. Peter represents Flushing, Queensboro Hill, Mitchell Gardens, Kissena
Park, Harding Heights, Auburndale; and part of Whitestone, in the borough of
Queens. He has been affectionately been called the “Mayor” of Flushing,
because of his involvement in civics, his accessibility to the public and for his
philanthropic endeavors.

Julissa Ferreras
Chair: Committee on Finance
Committees: Consumer Affairs, Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International
Intergroup Relations, Economic Development, Finance, Public Safety,
Standards and Ethics
Contact Email: jferreras@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Julissa Ferreras was elected to the New York City Council in 2009, as
the representative for District 21 serving Elmhurst, East Elmhurst, Corona and
Jackson Heights. Ferreras is a charismatic, pro-active leader with a powerful voice
that is focused on advocating for the needs of her community and New York City’s
most vulnerable citizens.
Costa Constantinides
Chair: Subcommittee on Libraries
Committees: Civil Rights, Contracts, Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International
Intergroup Relations, Environmental Protection, Oversight and
Investigations, Sanitation and Solid Waste Management,
Transportation, Subcommittee Civil Service &Labor, Libraries (Cultural
Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations)
Contact Email: costa@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Costa Constantinides represents communities which includes his
native Astoria along with parts of Woodside, East Elmhurst, and Jackson Heights.
Constantinides worked with our local elected officials to ensure that Western
Queens received its fair share of funding for various programs.

Mark Weprin
Chair: Subcommittee of Zoning & Franchises
Committees: Economic Development, Education, Land Use, Technology,
Transportation
Contact Email: mweprin@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Mark Weprin is a leader for children and adults with special needs.
In the City Council, he is the lead proponent of the Autism Initiative, which provides
much-needed funding for autism services for children and families. He’s a proud
father of New York City public school students and deals with real issues in our
public schools every day. Weprin represents Queens covering Bayside Hills,
Bellerose, Douglaston, Floral Park, Fresh Meadows, Glen Oaks, Hollis, Hollis Hills,
Hollis Park Gardens, Holliswood, Little Neck, New Hyde Park, Oakland Gardens, and
Queens Village.
Rory Lancman
Chair: Subcommittee of Workplace Safety
Committees: Consumer Affairs, Environmental Protection, Fire and Criminal Justice,
Juvenile Justice, Oversight and Investigations, Public Safety
Contact Email: rlancman@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Rory Lancman was born and raised in Queens, where he has lived in
what is now the 24th Council District for thirty-eight years. Lancman is a first-term
City Councilmember representing New York City's 24th City Council District. The
district covers Fresh Meadows, Briarwood, Hillcrest, Jamaica Hills, Jamaica Estates,
Kew Garden Hills. Formerly, Lancman served as a New York State Assembly member,
representing the 25th Assembly District in Queens from 2007-2013.

Daniel Dromm
Chair: Committee on Education
Committees: Civil Rights, Immigration Oversight and Investigations
Subcommittees: Civil Service & Labor
Contact Email: ddromm@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Daniel Dromm was elected to the New York City Council in 2010, as
the representative for District 25, covering Jackson Heights and Elmhurst. As a
resident of Jackson Heights, Dromm is a public school teacher. Heavily involved in
the Queens County Democratic Party, he served as Democratic District Leader in the
39th assembly district. He is one of the first two openly gay city council members
from outside Manhattan, elected alongside Jimmy Van Bramer.
Jimmy Van Bramer
Majority Leader
Chair: Committee on Cultural Affairs Libraries and International Intergroup Relations
Committees: Council leadership, Finance, Health, Parks and Recreation, Public
Housing, Transportation
Contact Email: jvanbramer@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Jimmy Van Bramer is the representative for communities of
Woodside, Sunnyside, Long Island City, and Astoria. As part of his duties as Majority
Leader, he was also appointed by Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito to co-chair the
newly constituted Budget Negotiating Team (BNT) which plays an integral role in
formulating the City's budget process to fund critical programs, projects and
organizations citywide. Van Bramer also plays a key role is working with all members
of the City Council, serving as a bridge between colleagues and the Speaker.

I. Daneek Miller
Chair: Committee on Civil Service & Labor Member
Committees: Contract, Economic Development, Finance, Transportation
Contact Email: district27@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember I. Daneek Miller is a well-recognized champion and advocate
for public transportation, Daneek has spent a lifetime fighting for the families
of Southeast Queens. His experience as a labor leader with a record of hard-
fought victories, benefits and services delivered to working people make
Daneek well-qualified to represent Southeast Queens in the City Council. The
district includes all or parts of St. Albans, Hollis, Cambria Heights, Queens
Village, Addisleigh Park, Jamaica, and Springfield Gardens.
Ruben Wills
Committees: Contracts, Economic Development, General Welfare, Mental
Health, Developmental Disability, Alcoholism, Drug Abuse and
Disability Services, Small Business, and Subcommittee Drug
Abuse (Mental Health, Developmental Disability, Alcoholism,
Drug Abuse & Disability Services)
Contact Email: rwills@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Wills worked to identify the early signs of the foreclosure
crisis, fought to protect residents from predatory lending, and supported the
senator’s efforts to increase community and parent participation of the New
York City public school system during the fight for mayoral control. He
represents the New York City Council's 28th District, covering the Richmond
Hill, South Ozone Park, Rochdale and Jamaica sections of Queens.

Karen Koslowitz
Chair: Committee on State & Federal Legislation
Committees: Aging, Housing and Buildings, Consumer Affairs, Economic
Development, Small Business, Women’s Issues
Contact Email: koslowitz@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Karen Koslowitz has been a lifelong and tireless advocate in
helping seniors, women, and families improve their standard of living and quality of
life. She serves the 29th District of Queens, which includes Forest Hills, Rego Park,
Kew Gardens and parts of Richmond Hill.
Elizabeth Crowley
Chair: Committee on Fire & Criminal Justice
Committees: Cultural Affairs, Women's Issues, Libraries and International
Intergroup Relations, Community Development, Mental Health,
Developmental Disability, Alcoholism & Drug Abuse
Contact Email: ecrowley@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Elizabeth Crowley was elected to represent the 30th Council
District in 2008 covering the Glendale, Maspeth, Middle Village, Richmond Hill,
Ridgewood, Woodside, and Woodhaven neighborhoods. Crowley was the first
female and first Democrat elected to represent that seat. Her role as a Council
Member includes negotiating and balancing the City's $70+ billion budge and
advocating for important community needs.

Donovan Richards
Chair: Committee on Environmental Protection
Committees: Economic Development, General Welfare, Land Use, Public Housing,
Recovery and Resiliency
Subcommittees: Zoning & Franchises
District Office Phone: Rockaway Office 718-471-7014
Laurelton Office 718-527-4356
Contact Email: drichards@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Richards was appointed by Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito to chair
the committee on Environmental Protection in 2014. He takes this lead to fight and
ensure our quality of life is protected. The 31st Council District encompasses the
communities of Laurelton, Rosedale, parts of Springfield Gardens, Bayswater,
Hammels, Arverne, Edgemere, and Far Rockaway.
Eric Ulrich
District 32 - Republican
Chair: Committee on Veterans
Committees: Environmental Protection, Housing and Buildings, Recovery and
Resiliency, Small Business, Veterans
Contact Email: eulrich@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Eric Ulrich was elected to the New York City Council in 2009, as the
representative for District 32, serving Belle Harbor, Breezy Point, Broad Channel,
Hamilton Beach, Howard Beach, Lindenwood, Neponsit, Ozone Park, Rockaway
Beach, Rockaway Park, South Ozone Park, South Richmond Hill, and Woodhaven.
Since taking office, Ulrich has implemented an aggressive quality-of-life agenda,
targeting graffiti vandalism and illegal dumping on city streets. His legislative record
includes three consecutive balanced budgets and several bills which have brought
greater accountability to city government.

Stephen Levin
Chair: Committee on General Welfare
Committees: Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations,
Education, Environmental Protection, Land Use, Transportation, and
Subcommittees Landmarks, Public Siting & Maritime Uses
Contact Email: slevin@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Stephen Levin entered the New York City Council in January, 2010, as
the representative for District 33. The district encompasses Brooklyn Heights,
Greenpoint, parts of Williamsburg, Park Slope, and Boerum Hill. Levin has proven to be
a leader on education and early childhood issues, and an advocate for increased open
space in our communities and transportation safety initiatives during his term in the
City Council.
Antonio Reynoso
Chair: Committee on Sanitation & Solid Waste Management
Committees: Education, Housing and Buildings, Land Use, State and Federal
Legislation, Transportation
Contact Email: areynoso@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember representing the 34th district, Antonio wants to create an environment
conducive to a better quality of life for residents of Bushwick and Williamsburg in
Brooklyn and Ridgewood in Queens. He understands that success in his district starts
with strong schools, the fundamental access to affordable housing, and economic
growth.

Laurie Cumbo
Chair: Committee on Women's Issues
Committees: Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations,
Finance, Higher Education, Public Housing, Youth Services
Contact Email: M35@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Laurie Cumbo is a cultural leader, entrepreneur, activist, college
professor, educator, lecturer and small business owner working in the not-for-
profit sector who has dedicated her life to community development and
preserving the dynamic elements of diversity that make Brooklyn what it is today.
Laurie Cumbo represents the Brooklyn neighborhoods of Clinton Hill, Fort Greene,
Crown Heights, and Prospect Heights.
Robert Cornegy
Chair: Committee on Small Business
Committees: Finance, Health, Housing & Buildings, Public Safety.
Contact Email: rcornegy@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Robert E. Cornegy Jr. is the newly elected New York City Council
Member for the 36th District, representing the vibrant communities of Bedford-
Stuyvesant and northern Crown Heights. He has spent his career in public service,
fighting for policies and services that are vital to the lives of the residents of Central
Brooklyn.

Rafael Espinal
Chair: Committee Consumer Affairs
Committees: Health, Housing and Buildings, Immigration, Public Safety,
Rules, Privileges and Elections, State and Federal Legislation
Contact Email: respinal@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Rafael Espinal represents Brooklyn communities of Cypress
Hills, Bushwick, City Line, Oceanhill-Brownsville, and East New York. Espinal
continues to fight to ensure that the residents in the 37th Council District
receive all the benefits New York City has to offer, and be an advocate for
those less fortunate than he by striving for equal opportunities for all.
Carlos Menchaca
Chair: Committee on Immigration
Committees: General Welfare, Recovery and Resiliency, Small Business,
Standards and Ethics, Transportation
Contact Email: cmenchaca@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Carlos Menchaca represents a portion of Brooklyn serving
communities of Red Hook, Sunset Park, Gowanus, Windsor Terrace, Borough
Park, and Greenwood Heights. Shortly after being elected as the 38th City
Council he provided relief efforts to those hurt by Hurricane Sandy which
announced the formation of a new Recovery and Resiliency Committee.

Brad Lander
Chair: Committee on Rules, Privileges and Elections
Committees: Council leadership, Land Use, Standards and Ethics, State and
Federal Legislation
Contact Email: lander@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Brad Lander Brooklyn communities of Cobble Hill, Carroll
Gardens, Columbia Waterfront, Gowanus, Park Slope, Windsor Terrace,
Kensington, and Boro Park. Lander believes the best way to govern is to empower
residents to make key decisions about the future of their community, including
convening public visioning sessions to plan the renovations of neighborhood
parks and partnering with residents develop solutions to local problems. Lander
was one of the first councilmembers to bring “participatory budgeting” to his
district, (now in its third year) giving residents the power to decide which projects
to support with their tax dollars.
Mathieu Eugene
Chair of Youth Services
Committees: Civil Rights, Fire and Criminal Justice, Health, Immigration, Small
Business
Contact Email: mathieu.eugene@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Dr. Mathieu Eugene made history by becoming the first Haitian-
born official elected to the New York City Council. He was also the first to win his
seat overwhelmingly in two special elections just a few months apart. He
represents communities of Kensington, Prospect-Lefferts, Ditmas Park; parts of
Crown Heights, Flatbush, East Flatbush

Darlene Mealy
Chair: Committee on Civil Rights
Committees: Land Use, Parks and Recreation, Women's Issues, Youth Services,
and Subcommittee Planning, Dispositions & Concessions
Contact Email: dmealy@council
Councilmember Darlene Mealy was first elected to the City Council in 2006 and
was re-elected in 2010. Her early civic activities ranged from starting a
community garden to coaching neighborhood youth in a community basketball
league and serving as president of a large multi-block association. Darlene Mealy
represents the people of Bedford Stuyvesant, Ocean Hill-Brownsville, East
Flatbush and Crown Heights in the City Council.
Inez Barron
Chair: Committee on Higher Education
Committees: Economic Development, Education, Health, Juvenile Justice, Land
Use, and Subcommittee Landmarks, Public Siting & Maritime Uses
Contact Email: ibarron@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Inez Barron was elected to the NYC Council in 2013, after having
served 5 years in the New York State Assembly. Her political service follows a
distinguished career of public service in the NYC Department of Education. She is
currently state Assemblywoman for New York's 60th district, which includes the
East New York, Starrett City, and Canarsie sections of Brooklyn.

Vincent J. Gentile
Chair: Committee Oversight and Investigations
Committees: Council leadership, Consumer Affairs, Economic, Development,
Education, Public Safety
Contact Email: vgentile@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Vincent Gentile’s has been a persistent advocate for children and
working families, the labor movement, senior citizens, and law enforcement in the
City and State. Vincent J. Gentile entered City Council on March 2003 and represents
Bay Ridge, Bensonhurst, Bath Beach, Dyker Heights.
David G. Greenfield
Chair: Committee on Land Use
Committees: Governmental Operations, Technology, Transportation, Youth Services
Contact Email: dgreenfield@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember David is an expert in education policy and a mayoral appointee to
the New York Non-Public School Standing Committee. This select committee serves
as the liaison between New York government and the non-public school community.
As a member of the committee, David played a critical role in addressing important
issues affecting hundreds of thousands of New York’s children and advocating on
their behalf. Greenfield serves neighborhoods Midwood, Boro Park and Bensonhurst
in Brooklyn, New York.

Jumaane D. Williams
Chair: Committee on Housing and Buildings
Committees: Council leadership, Education, Higher Education, Land Use, Public
Safety, Rules, Privileges and Elections, and Subcommittee Zoning &
Franchises
Contact Email: jwilliams@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Jumaane D. Williams represents parts of Brooklyn serving
Flatbush, East Flatbush, Flatlands, parts of Midwood and Canarsie. Jumaane’s
vision is to make the 45th District a safe place for all young people to learn and
grow. Through the promotion of local culture, he hopes to brand East Flatbush as
the “Little Caribbean” to spur economic activity and tourism.
Alan Maisel
Chair: Committee on Standards & Ethics
Committees: Community Development, Education, Parks and Recreation, State
and Federal Legislation, Veterans
Contact Email: amaisel@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Alan Maisel was elected to the New York State Assembly in 2006
and served until December 2013, when he left to become the Councilman
representing the 46th Council District. Maisel has been involved in civic,
community and political activities for 37 years. He serves communities in Bergen
Beach, Canarsie, Starrett City, Flatlands, Marine Park, Mill Basin, Gerritsen Beach,
Sheepshead Bay, Madison.

Mark Treyger
Chair: Committee on Recovery and Resiliency
Committees: Aging, Education, Land Use, Parks & Recreation
Subcommittees: Planning, Dispositions & Concessions
Contact Email: mtreyger@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Mark Treyger has a love for history and public service that drive
him to continue to make a greater positive difference in his community. He took an
active role in the United Federation of Teachers as a union delegate and staff
developer and serves on the school Leadership Team to provide educators,
parents, and children a greater voice in making important educational decisions.
Treyger serves Brooklyn neighborhoods of Bensonhurst, Coney Island, Gravesend
and Sea Gate.
Chaim M. Deutsch
Chair: Subcommittee on Non-Public Schools
Committees: Aging, Contracts, Education, Oversight and Investigations, Public
Safety, Waterfronts
Councilmember Chaim M. Deutsch is a life-long Brooklynite, who proudly
represents the diverse communities within the 48th City Council District, including
Brighton Beach, Brightwater Towers, Luna Park, Madison, Manhattan Beach,
Midwood, Sheepshead Bay, and Trump Village. Deutsch has been a successful and
tireless advocate in helping those in need of assistance. From seniors who are
homebound or infirm, to kids who are at risk of drug addiction, alcoholism, or
abuse, Chaim has taken a personal interest in an umpteen amount of these
sensitive cases, with extremely positive results.

Deborah Rose
Chair: Committee on Waterfronts
Committees: Council leadership, Aging, Civil Rights, Education, Rules, Privileges and
Elections, Transportation
Contact Email: drose@Council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Debi Rose holds the distinction of being the first African-American
elected official from the Island, winning the 49th Council District seat (North
Shore/Staten Island) in 2009. In that capacity she represents the communities of
Clifton, Clove Lakes, Concord, Elm Park, Livingston, Mariners Harbor, New Brighton,
Port Richmond, Randall Manor, Rosebank, St. George, Snug Harbor, Silver Lake,
Stapleton, West Brighton, Westerleigh, and Tompkinsville.
Steven Matteo
District 50 – Republican
Committees: Governmental Operations, Public Safety, Recovery and Resiliency,
Sanitation and Solid Waste Management, State and Federal Legislation
Contact Email: SMatteo@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Steven Matteo serves Staten Island which encompasses the
neighborhoods of Arrochar, Bulls Head, Castleton Corners, Concord, Dongan Hills,
Emerson Hill, Fort Wadsworth, Grant City, Graniteville, Grasmere, Heartland Village,
Isle of Meadows, Meiers Corners, Midland Beach, New Dorp, New Springville,
Oakwood, Ocean Breeze, Old Town, Prall's Island, Richmondtown, South Beach, Todt
Hill, Travis, Westerleigh, and Willowbrook. Steve literally assisted thousands of
individuals by working tirelessly to craft the solutions that they need.

Vincent Ignizio
District 51 – Republican
Minority Leader
Committees: Council leadership, Finance, Land Use, Rules, Privileges and Elections,
Standards and Ethics
Contact Email: vignizio@council.nyc.gov
Councilmember Vincent Ignizio represents Staten Island and serves communities
Arden Heights, Annadale, Bay Terrace, Tottenville, Oakwood, Great Kills,
Richmondtown, Charleston, Rossville, New Sprinville, Eltingville, Woodrow, Richmond
Valley, Huguenot, Princes Bay, and Pleasant Plains. Ignizio continues to work with
community and civic leaders to identify concerns and fight for his constituents’ fair
share of city funding and services.

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