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SENATOR RIVERA IN THE COMMUNITY
SENATOR RIVERA VISITS
P.S.8 ISAAC VARIAN
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Senator Rivera toured P.S 8 Isaac Varian with school officials, where they discussed the school’s financial projects. The Senator also took a moment to speak with the Student Council, where young students shared the changes they want to see in their school and in the community. Thank you to Principal Claudia Tahiraj-Sadrija for the kind invitation!
SENATOR RIVERA TOURS THE
MID-BRONX ENDOSCOPY CENTER
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This week, Senator Rivera also visited the Mid-Bronx Endoscopy Center, an Ambulatory Surgical Center specializing in gastroenterology and committed to addressing the disparity in healthcare access for minority communities. This center serves a predominantly Medicaid population, with 75% of its patients being Medicaid recipients from the Bronx. The services offered include colonoscopies, a critical procedure according to the American Cancer Society guidelines.
Thank you to the New York State Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers for the invitation, and a special thanks to the staff of the Mid-Bronx Endoscopy Center for their warm welcome!
SENATOR RIVERA IN CITY & STATE LEGISLATORS' RETREAT 2024
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Senator Rivera along with distinguished speakers, fellow elected officials and public policy leaders participated in City & State's 2024 State Legislators Retreat.
During the event, Senator Rivera participated in a panel where he discussed key health issues and highlighted the importance of the New York Health Act. This marquee legislation would guarantee healthcare for every New Yorker, regardless of age, wealth, employment, or immigration status, and would create a single-payer, universal healthcare system based on New Yorkers' ability to pay while ensuring quality care for all.
He was joined by Louise Cohen, CEO of the Primary Care Development Corporation; Assembly Member Amy Paulin, Chair of the Health Committee; Todd M. Rogow, President & CEO of Healthix, Inc.; and John Celock, Special Projects Editor, who served as moderator. Thank you to City & State for inviting Senator Rivera!
SENATOR RIVERA HONORS MS. STRONCZER FOR EXEMPLARY SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY AND STATE
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Senator Rivera was proud to present a proclamation to Barbara Stronczer in recognition of her exemplary service to both her community and the state.
Throughout her life, Ms. Stronczer has made significant contributions to her community. She is the president of the Bedford Mosholu Community Association, which she co-founded with her neighbors in 1975. Additionally, she also serves on Bronx Community Board 7 and chairs the Parks Committee.
In addition, Ms. Stronczer led the effort to prevent the closure of the 52nd Precinct amid citywide service cuts in 1975, and she has been at the forefront of community garden initiatives, organizing regular cleanups and plantings to beautify the neighborhood. Congratulations to Ms. Stronczer for her lifelong commitment to good citizenship!
APPLY NOW FOR THE HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (HEAP)
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BOROUGH LISTENING TOUR WITH CHANCELLOR MELISSA AVILES-RAMOS
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FREE MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT FROM NAMI-NYC
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DROUGHT WATCH IN NEW YORK STATE:
SIMPLE TIPS TO SAVE WATER
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SIGN UP FOR CONGESTION RELIEF ZONE TOLLING WEBINARS
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Starting January 5, 2025, vehicles entering the Congestion Relief Zone in Manhattan—local streets and avenues at or below 60 St—will be charged a toll. The program will reduce traffic, improve air quality, and fund better public transit.
The MTA is hosting eight public webinars in December where people can learn about Congestion Relief Zone tolling. Webinars will explain why New York needs congestion pricing, how the Congestion Relief Zone works, what the toll rates are, who is entitled to discounts and exemptions, and other things people need to know before tolling begins on Sunday, January 5. The sessions will feature a brief presentation, followed by Q&A.
Learn more about the sessions and register to attend here.
For more information, visit congestionreliefzone.
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