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November 29, 2021 at 1:06 AM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, It is with bittersweet feelings that I write this message, as it is my final Week in Review during my tenure as your New York City Council Member. It has been the greatest honor of my life to serve for these past eight years and fight for our fair share …

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November 23, 2021 at 7:33 PM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, As we prepare for Thanksgiving this year we should take a moment to reflect on the things that we often took for granted before the last few years. As I gather this year with my friends and family I will hold that time dear and realize how luck we are to…

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November 15, 2021 at 3:29 PM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, The Holiday season is upon us and we should take a moment to be grateful for our families and friends. Our city is healing from a diffucult two years, so now more than ever we should come together to support our neighbors. As we continue our work to s…

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November 7, 2021 at 4:36 PM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, As the weather gets cold, our district has many great places to warm up on the wonderful main streets throughout our communities. Take time to support the small businesses that keep our neighborhoods vibrant and fun! As we continue our work to stop the…

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November 1, 2021 at 7:20 PM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, Happy Halloween to everyone in our community! Please enjoy this holiday safely and enjoy a spooky evening out with your friends and family. As we continue our work to stop the spread of COVID-19, please remember: by wearing a mask, practicing social di…

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October 25, 2021 at 3:08 AM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, As we near the holiday season it is good to reflect on the progress we have made to return our lives to normalcy in the past year and practice gratitude to celebrate those who we truly cherish in our lives. As we continue our work to stop the spread of…

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October 17, 2021 at 11:22 PM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, It has been wonderful to celebrate with so many in our community this week, from the Borough Preisdent's celebration of Italian culture, to the Center for the Women of New York's annual run/walk, and the Astoria Civic's last annual Charles J. Vallone sch…

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October 10, 2021 at 11:44 PM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, As an Italian-American, I would like to wish you and your families a very happy Columbus Day. Every year, we all come together to celebrate what the Italian American community is all about – family, faith, pride in our country and always celebrating our …

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September 27, 2021 at 9:51 PM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, As we welcome Autumn with a crisp breeze and earlier sunsets, lets spend time with our family and friends in all the wonderful places our district has to offer, from parks to restaruants theres something for everyone! As we continue our work to stop th…

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September 20, 2021 at 3:02 PM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, As the Summer comes to a close, let us look forward to a safe and healthy autumnal season. Our district is blessed to be a wonderful place to spend the fall outdoors with all of our wonderful parks. As we continue our work to stop the spread of COVID-1…

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September 13, 2021 at 12:13 AM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, This weekend was a solemn memorial for our city as we remember all that we lost 20 years ago on September 11th, 2001. We all remember the fear from that day, but what sticks with me is the resilency we came together as a community of 8 million people to …

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September 6, 2021 at 1:50 PM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, Shana Tova to all who celebrate in our community! It is a difficult week after our community has endured the ravages of the historic rainfall from Hurricane Ida. [1]I encourage anyone who needs assistance to check out the city's resource center here. …

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August 31, 2021 at 6:03 PM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, As the Summer season comes to a close, take this chance to visit some of our wonderful local parks, each of which is a gem. As we continue our work to stop the spread of COVID-19, please remember: by wearing a mask, practicing social distancing, lookin…

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August 23, 2021 at 12:44 AM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, As we are feeling the effects of Hurricane Henri, please take care to follow all precautions and stay at home if you are able. Remeber to report any downed trees to 311 and any power outages to Con Edision at 1-800-752-6633. Follow your local forecast an…

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August 17, 2021 at 1:26 PM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, Please take time to go out to the many wonderful parks our district has to offer and enjoy some time out in the wonderful weather we have been blessed with this summer. As we continue our work to stop the spread of COVID-19, please remember: by wearin…

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August 8, 2021 at 10:54 PM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, Please take time to go out to the many wonderful parks our district has to offer and enjoy some time out in the wonderful weather we have been blessed with this summer. As we continue our work to stop the spread of COVID-19, please remember: by wearin…

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August 2, 2021 at 1:29 PM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, Each of the parks in our community is a gem, and our unique location in the city give us access to beautiful waterfront spaces. Please take some time to explore our community this Summer and enjoy a park you may never have been to before! As we contin…

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July 26, 2021 at 4:17 PM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, Our community has been blessed with many wonderful green spaces and waterfronts, and this summer is the perfect time to spend time in the gems of our district. I encourage everyone to check out a new park in our area to enjoy the summer sun! As we con…

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July 12, 2021 at 3:00 PM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, As the summer heat is upon us I hope everyone is enjoying all of the wonderful greenspaces and waterfront parks that make our district beautiful. As we continue our work to stop the spread of COVID-19, please remember: by wearing a mask, practicing so…

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July 5, 2021 at 1:20 AM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, Happy Fourth of July! This year's celebrations are especially important as it is the first time since the pandemic started that we can truly come together and celebrate our nation and our communities. I wish everyone a happy and safe celebration and hope…

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June 28, 2021 at 10:13 PM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, I want to wish eveyone a very happy Pride! It is more important now than ever to ensure that all members of our community know that they are accepted and welcome as they are, and that we work to break down barriers of ignorance and hate that have sadly b…

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June 21, 2021 at 1:08 AM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, I wish a very Happy Fathers Day to all the wonderful dads in our community! I hope you are able to celebrate today's wonderful weather with your family and reflect on all the amazing things we do as fathers, and the things our fathers have done for us. …

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June 14, 2021 at 2:14 AM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, Summer is upon us and I hope that all of the wonderful parks in our district are used to full capacity! Make sure to take some time to go out and explore the green gems of our community. As we continue our work to stop the spread of COVID-19, please re…

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June 7, 2021 at 2:16 AM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, This weekend I had the honor to unveil a monument to a true American hero in Whitestone. After Memorial day and this week's conaming our community truly has shown it's committment to honoring sacrifice and I am proud to represent us all. As we continu…

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May 31, 2021 at 11:55 PM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, Memorial day is an importnat time to remember the incredible sacrifices that have made our country into the place that we all know and love today. Please take a moment during this long weekend to appreciate the freedoms we all have and recognize the sacr…

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May 24, 2021 at 12:40 AM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, This weekend was a great preview of the Summer to come. It is a great time to get outdoors and prepare for NYC beaches opening soon! As we continue our work to stop the spread of COVID-19, please remember: by wearing a mask, practicing social distancin…

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May 17, 2021 at 12:41 AM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, As the city opens up and the weather gets warmer, we must continue to work to end this pandemic and truly return to normalcy. Please take advantage of the wonderful parks and restaurants in our district as the reopening continues! As we continue our w…

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May 10, 2021 at 3:34 AM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, Thank you to the mothers, grandmothers, sisters, aunts and all of the female figures in our lives for all that you do. We celebrate you today and every day! Happy Mother's Day to all! As we continue our work to stop the spread of COVID-19, please re…

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May 3, 2021 at 1:08 PM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, Happy Orthodox Easter! Kalo Pascha and Christos Anesti to all of my friends and family celebrating today. Please safely enjoy the holiday with your families in this wonderful weather. As we continue our work to stop the spread of COVID-19, please remem…

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April 25, 2021 at 11:31 PM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, Our city is working to invest fully in our recovery and our future! We must continue our successful vaccination campaign if we are going to return to normal in our city. Please check with your doctor and get vacinated as soon as possible! As we contin…

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April 18, 2021 at 11:40 PM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, The parks in our area are recieving some much needed upgrades just in time for everyone to get up and out for the spring. Make sure you take advantage of all the wonderful open space in our community as the weather improves! As we continue our work to …

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April 12, 2021 at 12:54 PM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, As the number of vaccinated people in our city grows it looks like we can see the light at the end of the COVID-19 tunne;. We will be working to ensure that New York has a robust and vibrant recovery. As we continue our work to stop the spread of COVID…

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April 4, 2021 at 11:31 PM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, From my family to yours, I want to wish all who are celebrating a blessed Easter. During these challenging times, may we still achieve reflection, peace and happiness. I hope you and your families enjoy many blessings today and in the coming months as we…

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March 28, 2021 at 11:00 PM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, I wish a happy Passover and a blessed Palm Sunday to those in our community who celebrated this past weekend. I would also like to extend my greetings to those who are celebrating the beginning of Holi. This week has been an important week in stopping th…

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March 22, 2021 at 1:18 AM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, As the council begins hearings on the budget for the next fiscal year, we must continue to work for a robust recovery that includes the whole city. I look forward to the end of this pandemic and working to create a stronger city. As we continue our wo…

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March 15, 2021 at 2:56 PM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, We are glad to see that the state is working to allot more vaccines to our area this month, but we will not stop fighting for a dedicated vaccination site to increase vaccine access for seniors in our area. As we continue our work to stop the spread of…

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February 22, 2021 at 12:27 AM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, We are in the final weeks of Winter and hopefully we are also moving towards the end of this pandemic. As we move forward I will continue to focus on bringing more vaccines to our area and working to ensure a robust recovery for our community. As we c…

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February 15, 2021 at 12:08 AM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, I am glad to wish all in our community a happy Lunar New Year and a Happy Valentines Day! I am glad to see that after years of advocacy from me and my fellow Council Members Lunar New Year is recognized as an official school holiday in our great city. I…

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February 8, 2021 at 12:00 AM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, As we prepare for a second winter storm in as many weeks, I would like to wish you and your families well. Please stay warm and stay safe. As we continue our work to stop the spread of COVID-19, please remember: by wearing a mask, practicing social dis…

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February 1, 2021 at 12:42 AM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, The city has begun its vaccination effort this week and we are fighitng hard to ensure that seniors in our district can access vaccines. We are working to add more vaccination sites in our communities, and have funded a program to ensure that seniors can…

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January 25, 2021 at 11:31 AM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, This week, we witnessed a truly historic day with the inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. I congratulate the new Administration and pray that we as a country come together in unity and optimism in the days and years ahea…

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January 18, 2021 at 12:37 AM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This week we honored and celebrated Dr. Martin Luther King Jr's birthday. Let us always use this day to remember his legacy, reject bigotry and grow together in unity. His fight is not over as we continuously work t…

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January 11, 2021 at 12:01 AM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, First and foremost, I hope you are safe and well. As we continue our work to stop the spread of COVID-19, please remember: by wearing a mask, practicing social distancing, looking after our seniors and most vulnerable neighbors, and getting tested, we …

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January 4, 2021 at 6:10 PM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, I hope you and your family enjoyed a joyous holiday season! First and foremost, I hope you are safe and well. With the arrival of a vaccine and an end to the pandemic in sight, it is my hope that, in this new year, we continue to stand together as neighb…

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December 28, 2020 at 12:02 AM

District 19: The Year in Review

Saying Goodbye to 2020 and Ringing in 2021! Dear Friends, I hope you and your families enjoyed a joyous Christmas and holiday season. First and foremost, I hope you are safe and well. As 2020 thankfully comes to a close, it is a time for all of us to reflect on the challenges we have fac…

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December 21, 2020 at 1:00 AM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, I hope everyone continues to stay healthy and safe! Christmas and holiday blessings to all! As we enjoy the magic of the Christmas season, let us always remember to embody the spirit of Christmas by spreading love and joy to others. I hope you and your…

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December 14, 2020 at 2:01 AM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, I hope everyone continues to stay healthy and safe! As we continue to celebrate the Festival of Lights, I want to wish a Happy Hanukkah to all who observe! No matter how different your celebrations look this year, I hope they're filled with joy and lig…

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December 7, 2020 at 3:13 PM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, I hope everyone continues to stay healthy and safe! NYC DOE school buildings will reopen for 3-K, Pre-K and K-5 students on Monday, December 7. They will reopen for District 75 students on Thursday, December 10. Be sure to visit the [1]DOE website for …

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November 30, 2020 at 12:01 AM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, I hope everyone continues to stay healthy and safe during these difficult times. No matter how different your Thanksgiving may have looked this year, I hope the day brought you great joy, gratitude and quality time with loved ones. As we enter the hol…

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November 23, 2020 at 2:44 AM

District 19: The Week in Review

— IN THE PAST WEEK — Dear Neighbors, I hope everyone continues to stay healthy and safe during these difficult times. On Wednesday, the NYC DOE announced that all NYC school buildings will be closed for in-person learning until further notice. Therefore, all learning has gone remote. Ple…

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