Dear Friends and Neighbors,
As we kick off a new year, I am excited to share with you the first edition of our 2025 community newsletter. This will be a regular way for us to stay connected and keep you informed about
the latest happenings in our community, important updates from the state assembly, and the work we're doing together to make our community an even better place to live, work, and thrive.
2025 is shaping up to be a year of progress, and I’m committed to ensuring that your voices are heard in Albany. Whether it’s addressing the needs of our schools, housing affordability,
supporting small businesses, or strengthening public safety, I am here to represent you and advocate for the issues that matter most to our community.
Thank you for your continued support and engagement. I look forward to hearing from you and working alongside you to create a bright future for our district.
Warmly,
New York State Assembly Member
As we look ahead to 2025, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible work we accomplished together in 2024. I am truly
proud of how our community united to support one another and celebrate the unique qualities that make our neighborhood special.
Building on last year’s successes, we’re already off to a strong start—planning more events, advocating for critical legislation, and continuing our commitment to fostering a community
that honors our rich, diverse culture. Reflecting on all we achieved in 2024, I’m filled with energy and excitement for the opportunities that lie ahead in 2025!
SECURING STATE FUNDING FOR TENANTS
Promises made, promises delivered! This past year I secured more than $11 million in capital funding through the state budget that will go directly to our residents in Mitchell Lama housing.
These buildings are in desperate need of updated elevators, security, and facade work and this funding goes towards ensuring Mitchell Lama housing in our district will be here for years to come.
TACKLING FOOD INSECURITY IN OUR COMMUNITY
Each year, me and my team strive to host free community food giveaways as a way to fill the gap for families struggling to get by. As prices for everyday items and groceries increase—events like
these become increasingly more important for our community. Stay tuned for an upcoming food giveaway near you!
DELIVERING FOR OUR FAMILIES DURING THE HOLIDAYS
The holidays are a time to celebrate with loved ones and enjoy food, fun and fellowship. I was proud to help make the holidays a little easier for families by hosting events and giveaways that elevated
the spirit of the holidays for so many.
GIVING THANKS WITH TURKEYS: This
year we broke records, and that included our Thanksgiving Turkey Distributions. In 2024 we gave away more than 1,800 Thanksgiving turkeys!
WINTER COAT GIVEAWAY: As
we welcomed the winter weather, so did we welcome children in our community to provide free winter coats for all children in attendance.
2025-26 ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS
In the New York State Assembly, a committee is a group of legislators who are responsible for reviewing and discussing proposed laws (bills), holding hearings, and gathering information on specific
issues. Once a bill is reviewed and discussed in committee, it can be moved forward for a full vote in the Assembly. Committees play a key role in making sure proposed laws are thoroughly examined before they reach the floor for debate. I am proud to announce that I have been appointed to serve on the committees for Aging, Alcoholism & Drug Abuse, Economic Development, Education, Small Business and Tourism, Parks & Sports Development.
LEGISLATION ON THE MOVE
Assembly Bill A35
aims to increase transparency and notification to our community when operators submit applications to open up a licensed cannabis dispensary in our community.
Assembly Bill A51
aims to provide training to day care facility employees on how to administer opioid reversal medication in the event a child should ingest opioids.
Assembly Bill A116
aims to reel in the e-scooter industry and riders for greater accountability. Creating a manual that will include an overview of traffic laws, safety related information and where and how to properly store your e-scooter when completing a ride.
FREE TAX PREP SERVICES
Back by popular demand, our office will be providing FREE Tax Prep services every
Thursday until April 10th. Call TODAY to book your appointment.
COMMUNITY FOOD GIVEAWAY
Join me next Friday, February
28th at 1pm at Zimmerman Playground in Allerton for a Community Food Giveaway. This event is first come, first serve while supplies last.
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