In Brooklyn's 44th district, a special election is underway to fill a vacant New York City Council seat. Candidates include Conservative Democratic State Senator Simcha Felder and businessman Heshy Tischler. The position became empty following the transition of former Councilman Kalman Yeger to the New York State Assembly. Issues of community representation and controversial projects, such as a homeless shelter in Borough Park and a lithium battery storage facility in Gravesend, are central to both candidates' platforms. Both Felder and Tischler oppose the homeless shelter, with Tischler emphasizing his qualifications and readiness to advocate for local interests.
Tischler stated, 'I think that I'm competent, I'm a professional. I know budgeting. I know the city red tape. I know how to help people.'
Tischler criticized plans for a homeless shelter, saying, 'We finally built the neighborhood, got the drug dealers out. It's a beautiful community. You bringing us a homeless shelter?'
Felder's office expressed concerns about a lithium battery storage project, stating they have 'serious concerns about the safety of this facility.'
Tischler aims to represent the community, particularly against projects perceived as harmful, by pledging to fight against the lithium battery energy storage system.
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