Cars, trains, buses, bikes, scooters, and pedestrians are all pieces of our district’s transportation puzzle. We need to advance a system of transportation equity which supports all New Yorkers, regardless of how they choose to travel. Furthermore, we must work to swiftly combat the aggression, reckless behavior and inattentiveness that perpetuates dangerous behaviors on our READ MORE
Tag: City Council
Jobs
The ability to secure and maintain employment is vital. Amber is committed to using her district office to provide assistance with professional development. Additionally, once elected, Amber will expand internship opportunities to young people who often struggle to find employment that will lead to long-term professional development Amber will launch a community projects to help READ MORE
Hate Crimes
Amber Adler is a fixture in the fight against hate and bigotry. She has worked in conjunction with the Mayor’s Office for the Prevention of Hate Crimes (2019/2020) and received a proclamation from the New York State Assembly for her continued efforts in combating “hate, bigotry and racism”. Amber’s efforts have included publicly denouncing individual READ MORE
Educational Advancement
New York City must be on the forefront of providing the highest quality of post high school education. Higher and continuing education must be available and accessible to every person driven to pursue an expansion of knowledge. We must increase education opportunities to accommodate a wide variety of fields. People of all ages and personal READ MORE
Education (K-12)
Educating children is vital task within every community. Amber supports investing in students and believes that every classroom should be fully funded. She feels that a classroom succeeds when it produces both measurable education-based results and inspired minds. This winning combination is what creates the next generation of creative problem solvers. “Education is imperative and READ MORE
Affordable Housing
Across the district, both property owners and renters are being priced out. Homeowners face rising property taxes which are often passed on to renters. Families who have lived in Southern Brooklyn for generations are forced to choose between leaving their families and friends or paying unsustainable housing costs. Amber understands the growing costs and will READ MORE
Antisemitism
Over a decade ago, Amber sat down with Nobel Laureate and Holocaust Survivor, Elie Wiesel for a one on one interview that she secured with him, while working for a local newspaper. As she sat with Wiesel in Shaare Zion Synagogue, Amber listened to his experiences and asked him many questions relating to “why” and READ MORE
Animal Friendly
Southern Brooklyn is home to a bevy of beloved pets, wildlife and other animals. Amber believes in the ethical treatment of animals and will be an ally for her constituents beloved cats, dogs, birds and other pets. She will also support local wildlife and fight to maintain their coastal habitats. Amber will support policy that READ MORE