Althea Stevens
Althea V. Stevens is an American politician who has represented the 16th district on the New York City Council since 2022. Her district encompasses the South Bronx communities of Morrisania, Concourse, Highbridge, and Morris Heights.
Early life and education
A native of New York City, Stevens graduated from Hunter College. Before her election to the City Council, Stevens was a member of the New York City Housing Authority Tenants Association.Career
Before her election to the City Council, Stevens was a member of the New York City Housing Authority Tenants Association.New York City Council
Stevens was a successful candidate for the New York City Council in the 2021 election. During her candidacy for office, Stevens endorsed reducing the New York City Police Department's budget by a minimum of $1 million. Stevens' campaign was endorsed by the Working Families Party.On the council, she chairs the Committee on Youth Services, which has jurisdiction over the Department of Youth and Community Development.
On December 5, 2024, Stevens was one of the 30 council members voted for The City of Yes legislation. The legislation allows the conversion and construction of 80,000 legal and new housing units across the 5 boroughs of New York. It awaits Mayor Adam's signature.