The neighborhood of Flushing, located in northcentral Queens, has a rich history steeped in religious tolerance and cultural diversity. Founded in 1645, Flushing was the first permanent settlement in Queens.

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New York City’s tradition as a melting pot of cultures is vividly on display in the Queens neighborhoods of Corona, Elmhurst, East Elmhurst and Jackson Heights. These neighborhoods, which are located in northwestern Queens, have the highest concentration of immigrants in New York City.

The greater downtown Brooklyn area is the civic center of Brooklyn and includes the largest business district in New York City outside of Manhattan.

The greater downtown Brooklyn area is home to world-class arts and cultural organizations, such as the Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM).

Since the 1970s, farmers’ markets have multiplied and become more popular in New York City and throughout New York State as the locally grown food movement has gained momentum.

This report is the third issued by the Office of the State Comptroller since 2009 concerning affordable housing in New York City.

The Bronx has come a long way since the 1970s. Both public and private investments have helped create new businesses, which in turn have generated thousands of new jobs. More recently, as the economic environment has improved, private investment has accelerated in the Bronx.

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Queens has the largest and most diverse employment base among the four New York City boroughs outside of Manhattan. The residents and businesses in Queens are strong and resilient, having been recently tested by the Great Recession and Superstorm Sandy.

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Technology is playing a growing role in personal and business activities. While there is a broad range of firms that are engaged in technology-related activities, at the heart of this trend are high-tech companies.

Over the past decade, Brooklyn has expanded at a rapid pace by attracting new businesses and residents.