News from BP Gibson: Resources & Updates

Dear Neighbors,   Thank you for joining us for another week in review.   It was a tumultuous week to say the least. The Supreme Court issued several rulings that undermined years of progress and the safety of Americans across the country.   On Friday, the Supreme Court ruled that it is unconstitutional for New York State to deny citizens the right to carry concealed weapons. The ruling comes at a time when elected officials and advocates are fighting day and night to mitigate the gun violence that plagues our city and state. This ruling is reckless. It is an insult to the efforts of my colleagues in government and our constituents who simply want to feel safe in their neighborhoods. But rest assured this does not end here and we will fight this decision. The Supreme Court also shocked the nation with their decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, the landmark Supreme Court case that protected a woman`s federal right to an abortion. The ruling is an attack on women’s rights everywhere in America and New York City does not take this threat lightly. Here, in the state of New York, we will always protect a woman’s right to choose and on Thursday we are taking action.   Please join us this Thursday, June 30th at 12pm on the steps of 851 Grand Concourse as we rally with advocates in defense of a woman`s right to make decisions about her own body and reproductive freedom. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact our office at 718-590-3500 or email us at webmail@bronxbp.nyc.gov.   In partnership, Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson

STATEMENTS FROM THE BOROUGH PRESIDENT

LEGISLATIVE UPDATE

IN THE COMMUNITY

BP Gibson joined with the MTA to announce the Bronx Bus Network Redesign. BP Gibson attended the Co-Op City Section 2 Summer Fun Day

BP Gibson attended the Emblem Health Healthier Futures Wellness Expo. BP Gibson hosted the first Bronx-wide Cannabis Forum.

BP Gibson gave the keynote speech at the Eagle Academy Class of 2022 Graduation. BP Gibson attended the Women Who Dare to Be Different Gala.

BP Gibson awarded Public School 58 $150,000 to go toward technological upgrades. BP Gibson joined with News 12 to answer questions during Ask the BP.

Happy Caribbean Heritage Month!  Grateful to have been able to recognize the important contributions of Caribbean Americans to our Borough and City during our first Annual Caribbean Heritage Month Celebration. Congratulations to our honorees: Jeanette Joseph-Greenaway Avril Francis Albert Williams Dorian Johnson Dr. Barabra "Roxie" DeLaLeu Thank you for all you do!

 

I had a wonderful time with my team celebrating our LGBTQIA+ Community at NYC Pride!

UPCOMING EVENTS

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