Vote 2017: 43rd District Republican primary
Posted: Updated:Four Republicans are facing off for the open 43rd District City Council seat.
The seat is currently held by Councilman Vincent Gentile, whose term limit is up. Gentile is running for Brooklyn district attorney.
Lucretia-Regina Potter is the Republican district leader of the 46th Assembly District. She opposes any new taxes and wants to aid small businesses by offering tax incentives. In what's becoming a couple of popular issues in this race, she wants to crack down on illegal home conversions and those bottle collectors who rummage through garbage. The plan is to repeal the nickel deposit tax that allows them to exchange the bottles for 5 cents.
Another candidate with the same stance on that issue is John Quaglione, a top aide to state Sen. Marty Golden. He also wants to make it easier to dispute tickets by allowing small businesses to contest them in Brooklyn rather than Manhattan and reopen night court so people can plead their case after their workday. Quaglione would also call for participatory budgeting, allowing constituents to decide how some money gets spent in the district.
The race also has some political newcomers. Bob Capano, a business manager and professor at John Jay College, vows to stand up to Democrats and any progressive policies. Like many of his competitors, he wants to crack down on illegal home conversions and also show more support for the police department.
Wrapping up the list of candidates is Liam McCabe, a former CEO of a consulting firm. He too says he's fed up with illegal home conversions and proposes convening city agencies to address it. To prevent gentrification, he's promising to extend rent stabilization and is a proponent of community policing.
The 43rd District covers Bay Ridge, Dyker Heights, Bensonhurst and Bath Beach.
Primary Day is next Tuesday, Sept. 12.
Brooklyn Top StoriesTop StoriesMore>>
Police: Man accused of punching woman in Crown Heights
Police: Man accused of punching woman in Crown Heights
Police are searching for a man accused of punching a 21-year-old woman in the arm in Crown Heights.Police are searching for a man accused of punching a 21-year-old woman in the arm in Crown Heights.Forecast: Storm set to bring some slushy snowfall Sunday into Monday
Forecast: Storm set to bring some slushy snowfall Sunday into Monday
The borough is seeing pleasant winter weather this weekend with sun and clouds and seasonable temperatures, but there are a couple chances for some snow in the days ahead.The borough is seeing pleasant winter weather this weekend with sun and clouds and seasonable temperatures, but there are a couple chances for some snow in the days ahead.Inaugural ceremony held in the Bronx for Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
Inaugural ceremony held in the Bronx for Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-New York) hosted an inaugural ceremony and delivered an address at Renaissance School for Musical Theater and Technology in the Bronx.Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-New York) hosted an inaugural ceremony and delivered an address at Renaissance School for Musical Theater and Technology in the Bronx.Brooklyn Weekend Traffic Advisory
Brooklyn Weekend Traffic Advisory
Brooklyn Weekend Traffic Advisory for 2/16-2/17
Brooklyn Weekend Traffic Advisory for 2/16-2/17
Sources: 2nd arrest made in robbery that caused NYPD detective’s death
Sources: 2nd arrest made in robbery that caused NYPD detective’s death
A second man is in custody in connection with a Queens robbery that resulted in the death of an NYPD detective, according to sources.A second man is in custody in connection with a Queens robbery that resulted in the death of an NYPD detective, according to sources.Diocese of Brooklyn names dozens of clergy accused of sex abuse
Diocese of Brooklyn names dozens of clergy accused of sex abuse
A list of more than 100 names of clergy members "credibly" accused of sexually abusing children has been released by the Diocese of Brooklyn.A list of more than 100 names of clergy members "credibly" accused of sexually abusing children has been released by the Diocese of Brooklyn.Bed-Stuy man indicted for sexual assaults of 2 women
Bed-Stuy man indicted for sexual assaults of 2 women
A Bed-Stuy man has been indicted for the sexual assaults of two women in Crown Heights.A Bed-Stuy man has been indicted for the sexual assaults of two women in Crown Heights.Vatican defrocks former US cardinal McCarrick over sex abuse
Vatican defrocks former US cardinal McCarrick over sex abuse
Pope Francis has defrocked former U.S. Cardinal Theodore McCarrick after Vatican officials found him guilty of soliciting for sex while hearing Confession and sexual crimes against minors and adults, the Holy See said Saturday.Pope Francis has defrocked former U.S. Cardinal Theodore McCarrick after Vatican officials found him guilty of soliciting for sex while hearing Confession and sexual crimes against minors and adults, the Holy See said Saturday.Poll: National Almond Day
Poll: National Almond Day
Today is National Almond Day. Are almonds your favorite type of nut?Today is National Almond Day. Are almonds your favorite type of nut?American weather model upping its game
American weather model upping its game
The American weather model has gotten a facelift, and it is set to officially debut next month.The American weather model has gotten a facelift, and it is set to officially debut next month.
Brooklyn Vote 2017More>>
Mayor de Blasio calls for additional speed cameras, safer streets
Mayor de Blasio calls for additional speed cameras, safer streets
Mayor Bill de Blasio on Wednesday urged state lawmakers to act on the expansion of additional speed cameras in the city and the redesign of a deadly intersection.
Mayor Bill de Blasio on Wednesday urged state lawmakers to act on the expansion of additional speed cameras in the city and the redesign of a deadly intersection.
Islanders to bid farewell to Brooklyn, head back to LI
Islanders to bid farewell to Brooklyn, head back to LI
The New York Islanders are saying goodbye to Brooklyn after three seasons at the Barclays Center.
The New York Islanders are saying goodbye to Brooklyn after three seasons at the Barclays Center.
#N12BK - Mayoral candidates
#N12BK - Mayoral candidates
News 12 Brooklyn explores the candidates for mayor in 2017.
News 12 Brooklyn explores the candidates for mayor in 2017.
NY rejects constitutional convention
NY rejects constitutional convention
Voters on Tuesday resoundingly defeated a ballot question which, if approved, would have scheduled a convention in 2019.
Voters on Tuesday resoundingly defeated a ballot question which, if approved, would have scheduled a convention in 2019.
Voters hit Brooklyn Museum to cast Election Day ballots
Voters hit Brooklyn Museum to cast Election Day ballots
Voters hit the Brooklyn Museum in Crown Heights to cast their Election Day ballots.
Voters hit the Brooklyn Museum in Crown Heights to cast their Election Day ballots.
Mayor Bill de Blasio wins re-election bid
Mayor Bill de Blasio wins re-election bid
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio has been re-elected to a second term in office.
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio has been re-elected to a second term in office.
Vote 2017: What’s on the ballot?
Vote 2017: What’s on the ballot?
Residents will head to the polls Tuesday to vote for New York City's next mayor, City Council members, public advocate and other positions.
Residents will head to the polls Tuesday to vote for New York City's next mayor, City Council members, public advocate and other positions.
#N12BK: Akeem Browder
#N12BK: Akeem Browder
Browder is the Green Party candidate for New York City mayor.
Browder is the Green Party candidate for New York City mayor.
#N12BK: Aaron Commey
#N12BK: Aaron Commey
Aaron Commey is the libertarian candidate for New York City mayor.
#N12BK: Sal Albanese
#N12BK: Sal Albanese
Sal Albanese is running for New York City mayor as a Reform Party candidate.
Brooklyn PoliticsPoliticsMore>>
President Trump declares national emergency to get $8B for wall
President Trump declares national emergency to get $8B for wall
President Donald Trump declared a national emergency Friday to get more federal dollars for his long-promised wall at the U.S.-Mexico border, relying on a broad interpretation of his powers that was certain to trigger stiff legal challenges.President Donald Trump declared a national emergency Friday to get more federal dollars for his long-promised wall at the U.S.-Mexico border, relying on a broad interpretation of his powers that was certain to trigger stiff legal challenges.Mayor de Blasio hints 2020 White House run is still in the cards
Mayor de Blasio hints 2020 White House run is still in the cards
Mayor Bill de Blasio fueled speculation Thursday that a 2020 White House run could be in his future.Mayor Bill de Blasio fueled speculation Thursday that a 2020 White House run could be in his future.#N12BK: Midwinter break
#N12BK: Midwinter break
Midwinter recess is right about the corner and the city has plenty of events to keep children busy.Midwinter recess is right about the corner and the city has plenty of events to keep children busy.Cuomo raps Amazon critics amid report company's rethinking HQ in Long Island City
Cuomo raps Amazon critics amid report company's rethinking HQ in Long Island City
Gov. Andrew Cuomo warns that what he calls "political pandering" to critics of Amazon's proposed secondary headquarters could sink New York's biggest-ever economic development deal.Gov. Andrew Cuomo warns that what he calls "political pandering" to critics of Amazon's proposed secondary headquarters could sink New York's biggest-ever economic development deal.Trump calls for end of resistance politics in State of Union
Trump calls for end of resistance politics in State of Union
Facing a divided Congress for the first time, President Donald Trump on Tuesday called on Washington to reject "the politics of revenge, resistance and retribution."Facing a divided Congress for the first time, President Donald Trump on Tuesday called on Washington to reject "the politics of revenge, resistance and retribution."New Jersey Democratic Sen. Cory Booker launches 2020 bid
New Jersey Democratic Sen. Cory Booker launches 2020 bid
U.S. Sen. Cory Booker on Friday declared his bid for the presidency in 2020.U.S. Sen. Cory Booker on Friday declared his bid for the presidency in 2020.LaGuardia Airport gets back on track as longest-ever shutdown ends
LaGuardia Airport gets back on track as longest-ever shutdown ends
Travelers at LaGuardia Airport were relieved Saturday to find flights getting back to normal after a deal was reached to end the longest federal government shutdown in history.Travelers at LaGuardia Airport were relieved Saturday to find flights getting back to normal after a deal was reached to end the longest federal government shutdown in history.Kamala Harris jumps into presidential race
Kamala Harris jumps into presidential race
Sen. Kamala Harris opens Democratic presidential bid.
Sen. Kamala Harris opens Democratic presidential bid.
Gov't shutdown stokes worries about tax returns
Gov't shutdown stokes worries about tax returns
The lingering government shutdown has New Yorkers wondering how it will impact their tax returns this season.The lingering government shutdown has New Yorkers wondering how it will impact their tax returns this season.Kirsten Gillibrand takes major step toward White House run
Kirsten Gillibrand takes major step toward White House run
Democratic Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand took a major step toward announcing a 2020 presidential bid Tuesday, saying she is launching an exploratory committee for a White House run.Democratic Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand took a major step toward announcing a 2020 presidential bid Tuesday, saying she is launching an exploratory committee for a White House run.
Brooklyn SlideshowsGalleriesMore>>
Westminster Kennel Club's annual dog show trots into New York
Westminster Kennel Club's annual dog show trots into New York
Photos from the 143rd Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show at Piers 92/94 in February, 2019 in New York City.Photos from the 143rd Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show at Piers 92/94 in February, 2019 in New York City.Your 2019 Brooklyn Valentine's Day Photos
Your 2019 Brooklyn Valentine's Day Photos
Celebrate the one you love this Valentine's Day! Share your photos with us.Celebrate the one you love this Valentine's Day! Share your photos with us.61st annual Grammy Awards
61st annual Grammy Awards
Photos from the 61st annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019, at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.Photos from the 61st annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019, at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.Event Lineup at the Barclays Center
Event Lineup at the Barclays Center
NEW YORK, NY - OCTOBER 27: Musicians and husband and wife Tim McGraw and Faith Hill perform during their Soul2Soul Tour at Barclays Center of Brooklyn on October 27, 2017 in New York City. (Photo by Michael Loccisano/Getty Images)
A lot of big acts are coming to the Barclays Center.
A lot of big acts are coming to the Barclays Center.
Just Married in Brooklyn
Just Married in Brooklyn
News 12 Brooklyn wants to announce your wedding. If you were married in the past 90 days, please submit your photos via Twitter or Instagram using #JustMarriedBK.
News 12 Brooklyn wants to announce your wedding. If you were married in the past 90 days, please submit your photos via Twitter or Instagram using #JustMarriedBK.
Brooklyn Birthday Smiles
Brooklyn Birthday Smiles
It's a celebration! Is your or a loved one's birthday coming up? Let us know! Send us your photos and you could end up on air and News12.com!
It's a celebration! Is your or a loved one's birthday coming up? Let us know! Send us your photos and you could end up on air and News12.com!
It's a celebration! Is your or a loved one's birthday coming up? Let us know! Send us your photos and you could end up on air and News12.com!
2019 Jones Beach Summer Concert Lineup
2019 Jones Beach Summer Concert Lineup
Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater is rolling out a new concert lineup for 2019.
Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater is rolling out a new concert lineup for 2019.
Frida Kahlo exhibit at the Brooklyn Museum
Frida Kahlo exhibit at the Brooklyn Museum
The exhibit opens to the public on Feb. 8 and closes on May 12.The exhibit opens to the public on Feb. 8 and closes on May 12.Things To Do
Things To Do
Guide: Brooklyn and Bronx Breweries
Guide: Brooklyn and Bronx Breweries
Looking to check out brewery this summer? There are many breweries across the boroughs for beer-lovers to visit.
Looking to check out brewery this summer? There are many breweries across the boroughs for beer-lovers to visit.