WOULD PROVIDE CRUCIAL PROTECTIONS FOR THOUSANDS OF MIDDLE-CLASS HOMEOWNERS IN EASTERN QUEENS
Council Members Sandra Ung and Linda Lee introduced a resolution in the New York City Council in support of state legislation that would provide critical protections for residents of ground lease cooperatives.
A.2619/S.2433 would limit rent increases on these properties to either 3 percent or the annual percentage change in the Consumer Price Index, whichever is lower.
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Councilmember Sandra Ung was joined representatives from various organizations that administer summer programs to announce details of the Councilmember’s annual Summer Camp Fair. This is fourth year in row that Councilmember Ung has invited parents to learn about the various options available to them and their children over the summer school break.
“We all know about the very popular Summer Rising program, but with a limited number of seats, parents need other options,” said Councilmember Sandra Ung.
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Councilmember Sandra Ung has introduced new legislation (Intro 1195) aimed at improving accessibility and safety for people with visual impairments by expanding the installation of tactile paving on sidewalks across New York City. This bill would require the Department of Transportation (DOT) to conduct a one-year study identifying high-priority areas for tactile paving installation, followed by a five-year implementation plan.
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The Student Government of P.S. 120Q took action to improve the safety of their school community, delivering a presentation to their local city and state elected officials advocating for the installation of stop signs at the intersection of 136th Street and 58th Road. Councilmember Sandra Ung, State Senator John Liu, and Assemblywoman Nily Rozic attended the presentation, along with NYC School District 25 Superintendent and a representative from the Department of Transportation (DOT).
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Councilmember Sandra Ung recently visited PS 162 in Fresh Meadows to swear in the new members of the school’s Student Government. While there, the Councilmember announced that she secured $162,000 in this year’s budget for technology upgrades at the school.
Earlier this month, Councilmember Ung announced a $1.075 million allocation she secured to fund upgrades to the auditorium at P177Q The Robin Sue Ward School, a District 75 school located in her district.
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As she prepares to begin her fourth year in office, Councilmember Sandra Ung delivered her third annual State of the District address at Glow Cultural Center on December 11. The Councilmember touched on some of the accomplishments and challenges of 2024, while outlining her goals for the coming year.
“The annual State of the District address is an opportunity to connect with the residents of our community, share the progress we’ve made together over the past year, and outline my vision for what we can achieve in the year ahead with their continued support,” said Councilmember Sandra Ung.
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At Thursday’s Stated Meeting of the New York City Council, Council Members Sandra Ung and Keith Powers introduced a resolution in support of legislation to protect access to fertility treatment, including IVF, that was introduced in both houses of the United States Congress earlier this year.
Also known as the Access to Family Building Act, S.4445/H.R.9643 would provide a statutory right to access fertility treatments, including making decisions without limitations or interference regarding the use of their reproductive genetic materials, including embryos.
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Councilmember Sandra Ung continued her annual Thanksgiving tradition of giving back to the community by hosting her largest Turkey Giveaway to date. This year, 526 turkeys will be distributed to local community groups, nonprofits, food pantries, NYCHA residents, and constituents, ensuring families across the district can enjoy a warm Thanksgiving meal.
“The generosity of our sponsors makes it possible for us to help families facing difficult economic times,” said Councilmember Sandra Ung.
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This week, Councilmember Sandra Ung introduced legislation that would require the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP), or, where applicable, the Department of Small Business Services (SBS), to notify local community boards and Councilmembers within five days of any stoop line stand license application being filed. Stoop line stands allow businesses to display merchandise on sidewalks in front of their stores within defined parameters and guidelines.
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Councilmember Sandra Ung met with Department of Sanitation Commissioner Jessica Tisch in downtown Flushing on Friday afternoon to discuss the sanitation issues facing the busy retail corridor and major transit hub.
Councilmember Ung has made addressing the rampant unlicensed vending in downtown Flushing a priority since taking office in 2022. In part through her advocacy, the Adams administration reversed a de Blasio-era transfer of vendor enforcement to the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection, a civilian-staffed agency with approximately ten enforcement agents for the entire city.
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