Councilman Frank Morano

Hot garbage: NYC extends deadline for homeowners to purchase mandatory trash bins through the summer | amNewYork The city backed off an enforcement deadline Wednesday that would require building owners to move to a new, “NYC Official” trash bin by June 1.

According to today's Wall Street Journal, nearly half of home insurance claims at the nation's largest insurers now result in no payout. Meanwhile, homeowners continue to face rising premiums and higher deductibles.

That's exactly why I've introduced Res 0395-2026, which would prohibit homeowners insurance rate increases of more than 25% in a single year, and Res 0105-2026, which would stop New Yorkers from being forced to subsidize catastrophe losses occurring in other states.

New Yorkers pay some of the highest costs of living in the country. They shouldn't be asked to pay ever-higher insurance premiums only to find out their coverage isn't there when they need it most.

Homeowners deserve a fair deal.

The Home-Insurance Coin Flip: Nearly Half of Claims Result in Zero Payout Home insurers pitch policies as a financial peace-of-mind safety net, but in a disaster customers can find the apparent guarantee of compensation evaporates.

It was great to join thousands of families, community leaders, and friends at the Albanian Picnic at Wolfe's Pond Park to celebrate Albanian heritage, culture, and traditions.

In just a few short years, this event has grown into one of the largest Albanian cultural gatherings in the tri-state area, a testament to the strength, unity, and civic spirit of the Albanian-American community. As the grandson of Italian immigrants, I have a deep appreciation for the journey so many Albanian families have taken: working hard, building businesses, supporting charities, getting involved in civic life, and helping make Staten Island a better place for everyone.

Thank you to the organizers, volunteers, sponsors, and everyone who welcomed me so warmly. Staten Island is stronger because of communities like this, and I’m already looking forward to next year's picnic!

I was proud to join a bipartisan group of City Council colleagues in condemning the repeated vandalism of the Polish Consulate in Manhattan. Poland is one of America's closest allies, and New York's Polish-American community has contributed so much to our city. These attacks are unacceptable, and those responsible should be held accountable.

Polish Consulate in Midtown Manhattan vandalized Red paint could be seen sprayed around one of the consulate's entrances in a photo.

Have you or someone you love struggled with infertility?

Have you taken on debt, drained your savings, worked extra hours, or delayed treatment because IVF was simply too expensive?

On **Monday, June 15 at 10:00 AM**, the New York City Council's Health Committee will hold a hearing at **City Hall** on my resolution urging Albany to create a refundable tax credit to help families recover the cost of IVF treatments not covered by insurance.

IVF can cost tens of thousands of dollars, and many families need multiple cycles before they are successful. For too many New Yorkers, the dream of becoming a parent comes down to whether they can afford it.

If this issue has affected you, I would encourage you to consider submitting testimony or speaking at the hearing. Personal stories are often more powerful than any statistic.

Whether you're a parent who benefited from IVF, someone currently going through treatment, a medical professional, or simply someone who believes family-building shouldn't be reserved for the wealthy, your voice can make a difference.

If you're interested in testifying, please contact my office and we'll help connect you with the hearing details.

📅 Monday, June 15
🕙 10:00 AM
📍 New York City Hall

Every family has a story. This is your opportunity to help shape policy and help other New Yorkers build theirs.

Nicole Gelinas is exactly right.

We would never allow anonymous cars, anonymous motorcycles, or anonymous trucks speeding through our city. Yet we continue to tolerate motorized e-bikes and scooters operating without meaningful accountability.

If a vehicle can travel at high speeds, injure someone, or take a life, there should be rules, enforcement, and a way to identify the operator.

That's not anti-bike. It's pro-public safety.

How many must die before NYC gets real on policing e-bikes? Why was this individual driving a dangerous device on a path meant for slower-moving cyclists? Lack of effective rules and enforcement.

Congratulations to the CMG Home Loans team on their Grand Opening at their new Victory Boulevard location! Events like these are a great reminder of the entrepreneurial spirit that continues to drive Staten Island forward. My office was proud to join the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce, local business leaders, and community members in celebrating this exciting milestone. Wishing CMG Home Loans continued success and many years of growth serving families and homeowners throughout our borough.

Join us tomorrow, Saturday, May 30th, from 10 am to 12 pm for the Lemon Creek Beach Cleanup at Dorothy Fitzpatrick Fishing Pier! Whether you can stay for a few minutes or the entire event, every helping hand makes a difference. I hope to see many of my neighbors there as we come together to protect one of Staten Island’s natural treasures!

I’m proud to sponsor this community effort alongside NYC H2O, the Natural Resources Protective Association, Partnerships for Parks, and Northfield Bank as we work together to keep Staten Island’s shoreline clean and beautiful.