Vanessa Gibson

Vanessa Gibson is running for re-election as the Bronx Borough President. During her career in New York politics, she has pursued the implementation of environmental protections through strong vocal advocacy, funding, and sponsorships. As a Councilmember, Gibson, supported a $23 million effort to build new open spaces and playgrounds across six NYCHA housing developments, supported legal action to enforce compliance with lead poisoning prevention laws and, in 2017, urged the DOE to address elevated lead levels and provide testing. During her time as Borough President Gibson has continued to support sustainable waste management systems, called for the expansion of open streets and capping the Cross Bronx Expressway, advocated for the allocation of 1% of New York City’s budget to the Department of Parks and Recreation, and invested approximately $170 million in sewer upgrades and water line repairs. If re-elected, Gibson will continue to support and advocate for sustainable waste management, a departure from car dependency, access to clean water and healthy food, and the implementation of urban greenery.