Council Member Restler emphasizes the significance of public sector employment in promoting economic mobility and overall job growth in New York City.

• Highlights that public jobs are beneficial for New Yorkers, advancing economic mobility
• Notes that the city government is the largest employer in New York City
• Points out that Southeast Queens has the highest concentration of city workers, who have found stable middle-class careers through secure, well-paying city jobs
• Argues that the 15,000+ vacant positions represent missed opportunities for economic growth in low and moderate-income communities