Seymour Boyers: Landmarks Preservation Bill

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Seymour N. Siegel interviews Democratic Councilman at Large from Queens Seymour Boyers, considered the "father of the preservation landmarks bill." Boyers speaks of the bill and the 1965 budget - the largest budget to date. He explains it is a result of inflation and having to pay more than 200,000 civil service workers. He discusses the passing of a bill to make the World's Fair site as a cultural center for the people of New York. Boyers comments on pollution, drugs and the legislation he recommends to control it. He suggests using the British system on drugs. Also mentions the council record on environmental protection.

Audio courtesy of the NYC Municipal Archives WNYC Collection

WNYC archives id: 90702
Municipal archives id: T1277