SPOTLIGHT ON: MAYORS
By Christine Bruzzese
On
November 3, New York City residents
re-elected Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg. In honor of both Election Day
and the Mayoral election, this article features some relevant resources
in
the
City Hall
Library
collection.
Edward I. Koch served as Mayor of New York City from 1978 to 1989. He
was known as a unique and colorful individual. I’m not Done
Yet! was
written by Koch and Daniel Paisner. Published in 2000, this book discusses
Koch's life after his Mayoral years. The former Mayor
also talks about problems he encountered as he got older, including medical
concerns. Besides recounting personal and career history, Koch also reflects
on aging, keeping active and other issues.
Leadership by Rudolph W. Giuliani and Ken Kurson outlines the
former Mayor's strategies for successful leadership and management. Giuliani
presents his ideas within the context of his experiences as Mayor of
New York City from 1994 to 2001. Among the topics covered are: accountability,
personnel management, communicating effectively and developing assertiveness.
The New York City Board of Elections has issued Annual Reports since
1909. Results of all New York City elections that took place each year
are published. Statistics for all candidates, including minority parties,
are given. This might be a good place to find out who won the election
for Queens Borough President in 1933, for example. Holdings in the City
Hall Library include 1912 to 1969 and 1988 to 2007.
The Ungovernable City: John Lindsay and his Struggle to Save New
York by Vincent J. Cannato chronicles the Lindsay administration from 1966
to 1973. Particular attention is given to Lindsay’s reform agenda
for New York City government and the administration’s efforts to
revitalize the city. Unfortunately, political and social upheavals, increasing
urban decay and incompetent management were some factors that contributed
to the apparent failure of the Lindsay administration to effectively
govern New York City. The author analyzes various social and political
issues and events placing them in the context of the time period.
Biographical files provide an excellent resource on New York City Mayors
and other officials. Vertical files may also be explored for information
on elections, government and related topics.
For more info on the City Hall Library,
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our website.
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