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New Bill Would Block Apps From Deactivating Workers Without Cause
A Brooklyn Council member wants delivery app companies to be more human and less robot.
July 18, 2025
Activists Renew Push For Redesign of Fourth Ave. in Bay Ridge
But where is Council Member Justin Brannan when cyclists and pedestrians need him? He's been AWOL on this issue.
February 26, 2024
Friday’s Headlines: Parking Ticket The Rich Edition
Council Member Justin Brannan wants to give the city the power to vary financial penalties for civil infractions like illegal parking based on the wealth of the violator. Plus other news.
April 28, 2023
New Law May Make School Zones Safer — But Why Does DOT Act So Slowly, Pols Ask
City traffic "engineers" rely too heavily on federal guidelines that are biased against pedestrians. But a change may be on the way, at least for school zones.
March 16, 2022
Brannan Shelves Bill That Would Forbid Charging SUV Owners More to Park
The Brooklyn Council Member withdrew his controversial bill that would have barred parking garages from charging SUV owners a fair price to park their big, heavy cages.
February 15, 2022
Brooklyn Pol’s Bill Would Prohibit Higher Parking Costs for SUVs
“Strong no on this. SUVs are lethal in an urban setting," said one activist.
February 14, 2022
Tuesday’s Headlines: ‘It’s the Car Culture, Stupid’ Edition
It was depressing watching Justin Brannan dig himself a new car hole yesterday. Plus other news.
August 10, 2021
Monday’s Headlines: More Municipal Hypocrisy Edition
Yet another safe streets advocate is outed as a habitual speeder, and more weekend links.
July 19, 2021
