The number of council women of color representing Queens will more than quadruple next year as the New York City Council is on a path to be the most diverse class yet.
Women of color will likely hold as many as nine out of the 15 Queens council seats — in a shift that is more reflective of the ethnic makeup of the borough widely known for its diversity.
In total, women are likely to fill 10 of the 15 council seats that make up the Queens delegation next year — compared to just three today.
In addition, 12 of the 15 seats are likely to be held by a woman and/or a person of color.