Arthur Katzman
American politician
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Arthur J. Katzman (1903 – 1993) was an American politician and attorney who served as a member of the New York City Council representing the 29th district, which includes Forest Hills, Rego Park, Kew Gardens and parts of Maspeth, Richmond Hill and Elmhurst.
Arthur Katzman | |
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| Member of the New York City Council from the 29th district | |
| In office 1962–1991 | |
| Preceded by | George J. Schneider |
| Succeeded by | Karen Koslowitz |
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| Born | September 21, 1903 |
| Died | August 29, 1993 (aged 89) |
| Party | Democratic |
| Education | Brooklyn Law School (LLB) |
Early life and education
Katzman was born on September 21, 1903, in Davyd-Haradok,[1] Russian Empire and emigrated to the United States with his family when he was five. Their first home in New York City was in Brownsville, Brooklyn. Katzman graduated from Brooklyn Law School.[2]
Career
After graduating from law school, Katzman established a law practice in Forest Hills, Queens. Katzman served as a member of the New York City Council from 1962 until his retirement in 1991.[3] Katzman ran as an insurgent Reform Democrat against incumbent George J. Schneider.[4]
Among his first achievements in office was legislation that provided funding for Yellowstone Municipal Park, a playground that was later named after Katzman.[5] At the time of his retirement, he was the oldest serving member of the City Council.
Death
He died on August 29, 1993, at his daughter's home in Mountain View, California.[6]