Email from Rep. Garbarino Weekly Newsletter from the Office of Congressman Andrew Garbarino If you were forwarded this email, click here to subscribe An update from the office of Congressman Andrew Garbarino SPOTLIGHT Celebrating Thanksgiving in NY-02 As Thanksgiving week comes to a close, Andrew hopes everyone had a chance to enjoy time with loved ones, share a good meal, and reflect on the things we’re most grateful for. Across NY-02, the spirit of the holiday has been on full display—from turkey drives to local gatherings that brought our community together. Andrew is grateful for the opportunity to represent our community and for the hard-working families, small businesses, and volunteers who make NY-02 such a great place to call home. As the holiday season continues, let’s strive to carry forward the spirit of community and togetherness. ANDREW IN THE NEWS Overlook Beach Restoration Complete After Battling Erosion Crisis " After a decade of battling erosion, the Town of Babylon's Overlook Beach restoration will be finished Friday, according to town officials. 'Work at Overlook completes today,' Ryan Bonner, Babylon's Director of Communications, told Patch. The work is the first part of the New York Beach Erosion Control and Navigation Project, which will dredge over one million cubic yards of sand from Fire Island Inlet to restore sand at Overlook Beach, Tobay Beach, and Jones Inlet...In October, the town announced that restoration work would begin and the beach would close for 'essential, long-awaited work to address beach erosion and protect public safety' led by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. At the time, officials thought the work would go into the new year and anticipated its reopening in the spring of 2025. But now, the work is complete just in time for the holidays. In a social media statement on Friday, Babylon officials wrote: 'After a decade of hard work and persistence, we're thrilled to announce that the restoration of our beloved Overlook Beach is officially underway! We have fought tirelessly to secure this moment - along with our partners in government, Senator Chuck Schumer D-NY, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, Governor Kathy Hochul, Rep. Andrew Garbarino, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Headquarters is finally pumping sand onto the beach!' " Click here to read the full article. WHAT'S NEW IN NY-02 Holiday Turkey Drive For Veterans Held In Sayville The Community Ambulance Company recently partnered with Suffolk Credit Union to host a turkey drive, bringing the community together to support our veterans. Volunteers from St. John the Baptist High School, Long Island Surge, and the NYPD Women’s Lacrosse team worked tirelessly to organize the collection of turkeys and all the fixings. Andrew applauds the Community Ambulance Company, their partners, and volunteers for making a difference this holiday season, ensuring that our nation's heroes can enjoy a warm and festive meal. Girl Scouts of Suffolk County Kick Off Holiday Light Show This week, the Girl Scouts of Suffolk County kicked off their Holiday Light Show in Bayport. Visitors enjoyed a festive walk through creative light displays, a giant Christmas tree, and photos with Santa—all while supporting leadership programs and financial aid for Girl Scouts. Andrew commends these Scouts for their creativity and dedication to becoming tomorrow's leaders. A great way to celebrate the season and support our community! Celebrating Small Business Saturday Yesterday, Long Islanders came together to celebrate Small Business Saturday by shopping small and supporting local businesses across NY-02. From neighborhood shops to family-run stores, these businesses are the heart of our community and the backbone of our local economy. Andrew has always championed small businesses, recognizing their vital role in creating jobs and driving economic growth on Long Island. He thanks everyone who supported local businesses yesterday and encourages continued support throughout the holiday season and beyond. Together, we can keep our local economy thriving. CASEWORK HIGHLIGHT: Assisting Local Business A local business owner recently turned to Andrew's office for help resolving a significant delay in receiving their Employee Retention Credit (ERC) refunds. After months of challenges, Andrew’s team worked diligently with the Taxpayer Advocate Service to address the issue. Thanks to these efforts, the business is now set to receive refunds for the second and third quarters of 2021—offering much-needed relief just in time for the holiday season. Andrew knows how frustrating dealing with bureaucracy can be. That is why he has an entire team dedicated to helping constituents get what they need from the government. If you need help dealing with a federal agency, contact our office and our team will get to work on your case. Thanks for reading! Do you know someone who might like to receive these updates? Forward this email to your friends and families and tell them to click below to subscribe! Click Here To Subscribe Rep. Andrew R. Garbarino Congressman representing New York's 2nd Congressional District Washington, D.C. 2344 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 Phone: (202) 225-7896 Patchogue 31 Oak Street, Suite 20 Patchogue, NY 11772 Phone: (631) 541-4225 Rep. Garbarino | 2344 Rayburn House Office Building | Washington, DC 20515 US Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice