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).

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

Washington Heights and Inwood extend from 155th Street in Manhattan to the northern tip of the borough. The area has a rich history, and immigrants account for nearly half of the population.

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September 11, 2001, was a tragic day for the nation, one which will never be forgotten. In New York City, the terrorist attacks took the lives of more than 2,700 people, including hundreds of first responders. There was extensive damage to property and infrastructure, and the economy of the City, and of Lower Manhattan in particular, was shaken.

The Greater Sunset Park area of western Brooklyn is a dynamic area with residential communities, strong commercial corridors and one of New York City’s largest manufacturing and industrial centers.