Tuesday, May 19, 2026

About the Mayor

Melinda Katz, an attorney and former Queens Borough President

Melinda Katz's long career in public service began with her election to the New York State Assembly in 1994. There, she took care of...

The best Queens presidents: which famous politicians led the borough

Each borough in NYC has its own president. The presidents are obliged to advise the mayor of NYC, make proposals on land issues, communicate...

Joseph Bermel, former Queens borough president caught in a corruption scandal 

Joseph Bermel served as president of Queens from 1906 to 1908. After a two-year term, he resigned due to abuse of office. His tarnished...

James J. Crisona, a lawyer, politician and former Queens Borough President

Democrat James J. Crisona held office in New York State as a state legislator, borough president and judge. A tireless public servant, he was...

Helen M. Marshall, the first African American Borough President of Queens

Helen M. Marshall, a Democrat from New York, became the first African-American woman to serve as Queens Borough President. As the second woman to...
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