NYC MAYOR DE BLASIO DECLARES SPECIAL ELECTION DATE FOR THE 12TH COUNCIL DISTRICT IN THE BRONX

NEW YORK—Mayor Bill de Blasio yesterday made the following statement on the special election in the New York City Council’s 12^th District, left open by the expulsion of former Council Member Andy King:

“I am declaring Tuesday, December 22, 2020 as the date for the 12^th City Council District special election to elect a Council Member to serve until December 31, 2021. This date, within the window allowed by the City Charter, will facilitate maximum voter participation. I encourage all eligible Bronx residents to vote early, in person, or by absentee ballot in the upcoming special election and get the representation they deserve.” Press Release.