NEW YORK — Political Anchor Errol Louis moderates a debate on NY1 with three candidates looking to succeed Steven Matteo in the 50th City Council District on Staten Island, one of a handful of competitive council races on the ballot.
The district includes much of the mid-island, extending from Bloomfield to New Springville and South Beach.
The seat is currently held by Republican Steven Matteo, who has represented the district since 2014 and is term-limited.
The candidates in the debate are:
- Republican Party candidate David Carr
- Democratic Party candidate Sal Albanese
- Conservative Party candidate George Wonica
Among the topics the candidates discussed:
- Their rejection of COVID-19 vaccine mandates
- What they want unvaccinated Staten Islanders to do to keep other residents safe from the coronavirus
- Their records when it comes to supporting the city police department
- Their opinions of speed cameras and a proposal to create a protected bike lane on the Verrazzano Bridge
- What climate resiliency measures they would prioritize if elected
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Watch the full debate above.
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