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  1. Which borough of New York City is the only one that is not located on an island?

    Answer: The Bronx

    The Bronx is the only NYC borough located on the mainland of North America.

  2. What is the primary function of the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB)?

    Answer: Enforcing construction codes and zoning regulations

    The DOB enforces the NYC Construction Codes and Zoning Resolution to ensure safe buildings.

  3. Under the NYC Civil Service system, what does the term 'competitive class' refer to?

    Answer: Positions requiring an open competitive examination

    The competitive class includes positions where candidates must pass an open competitive exam to be hired.

  4. What is the name of the document that outlines the fundamental law of New York State?

    Answer: The New York State Constitution

    The New York State Constitution is the supreme law governing the state and its government.

  5. Which NYC agency is responsible for operating the public library system?

    Answer: The libraries are independently operated nonprofit corporations

    NYC's library systems (NYPL, Brooklyn, and Queens) are independent nonprofit corporations funded partly by the city.

  6. How many members make up the New York City Council?

    Answer: 51

    The New York City Council consists of 51 members, each representing a council district.

  7. What is the purpose of the NYC Office of Labor Relations (OLR)?

    Answer: Negotiating labor contracts between the city and municipal unions

    The OLR represents the City of New York in collective bargaining negotiations with municipal employee unions.