There Are 6 NYC Ballot Measures. Here’s What to Know. - The New York Times

Voters will have a chance to weigh in on ballot questions concerning the housing crisis and when local elections should be held. By Camille Baker and Mihir Zaveri This election cycle in New York City has been dominated by the mayor’s race, with the candidates sparring over crime, affordability and the war in Gaza. But the six proposals that will appear on the back of ballots could also have a major impact. Proposal 1, about protected land, goes before voters across the state. But the other measures were written for New York City voters. At least three of them could significantly diminish the power the City Council has over housing development. Those measures have ignited a fiery response from the Council, which says they will leave neighborhoods unable to shape their future and instead hand power to housing developers and the mayor. Their proponents say they are crucial for addressing the city’s housing shortage. Proposals 2 through 6 were written, with public input, by the 13-member C

Voters will have a chance to weigh in on ballot questions concerning the housing crisis and when local elections should be held. By Camille Baker and Mihir Zaveri This election cycle in New York City has been dominated by the mayor’s race, with the candidates sparring over crime, affordability and the war in Gaza. But the six proposals that will appear on the back of ballots could also have a major impact. Proposal 1, about protected land, goes before voters across the state. But the other measures were written for New York City voters. At least three of them could significantly diminish the p