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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 and stay safe!

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 vaccinated we can continue to stay
well and overcome this pandemic.

Please find below the latest news and resources to stay informed.
Thank you and stay well,
Council Member Paul Vallone

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Council Member Vallone Secures Record $280,000 for neighborhood clean up
initatives!

Photos from programs before 2020

Council Member Vallone was able to secure over $280,000 for local
neighborhood cleanup programs in FY22. During the pandemic the City had to
cut funding to DSNY programs vital to keeping our streets clean, and our
district was able to maintain mose services through funds secured by the
Council Member. With this new infustion of funding both DSNY and our
partners at Wildcat's Neighborhood Improvement Program will be able to keep
our district cleaner than ever!

"Keeping our streets clean and our communities beautiful is key to
maintaining the character of our neighborhoods." said Council Member
Vallone "I am glad to have been able to secure this funding and see the
city invest in our district's quality of life."

“A Better College Point Civic Association would like to thank Paul Vallone
for securing these much needed funds and services. The reduction of the
DSNY's litter basket pick-up and other services during the pandemic really
impacted College Point.” said Jennifer Shannon, president of A Better
College Point Civic Association, “We are still experiencing a lot of
illegal dumping and litter in this area, it is a relief to get some support
and ABCPCA will continue to help in any way we can.”

“As president of the Whitestone Merchant Association, I am sure I speak for
our entire board to hear of the great news that sanitation and the Wildcat
program are receiving funding to continue their efforts. We got a first
hand look and saw what an impact the program had on the sidewalks in
Whitestone village.” said George Issakidis, owner of Harpell Chemists and
President of the Whitestone Merchants Association, “Maintaining a clean and
welcoming town are key to an inviting patronage from our community. Thank
you to Councilman Paul Vallone and all that helped continue this great
cause.”

* $140,000 for DSNY Litter Removal Services
* $140,000 for Wildcat's Neighborhood Improvement Program

Funding will go towards DSNY and Wildcat programs in various location
throughout our district.

75% of New York City Adults have been Vaccinated!

On Thursday August 19th it has been reported that 75% of all New York City
adults have recieved at least one dose of the coronavirus vaccine. This is
after a recent uptick in vaccinations following new city rules related to
vaccines and access to certain classes of business As the pandemic
continues vaccination remains the most effective way of protecting you and
your loved ones from COVID-19.

“It is exciting to see how many New Yorkers have been vaccinated since we
began our drive earlier this year.”, said Council Member Vallone “We must
still remain vigilant in our fight against this terrible virus and we need
to continue to encourage our friends and neighbors to get the vaccine as
soon as possible. It is the key to ending this pandemic!”

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South Asian Council for Social Services Opens Center Extention in Flushing

Last week a long awaited expansion of the South Asian Council for Social
Services opened in Flushing. The Council is a not-for-profit organization
that empowers underserved South Asians and other immigrants to partake in
the civic and economic life of New York City. They assist individuals and
families with healthcare access, senior support services, food insecurity,
and many other pressing issues. This expansion will allow them to grow
their services and further their mission to help immigrants thrive in our
city.

[1]Read More Here

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Douglaston Food Share Extended Through September!

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ICYMI : Council Member Vallone Secures Record $37 Million for Northeast
Queens

On Wednesday June 30, the New York City Council passed the City budget for
the upcoming fiscal year, and Council Member Paul A. Vallone is proud to
announce that in the final budget of his tenure in office, he was able to
fight for and secure a record $37 million for improvements throughout
Northeast Queens. In eight years of fiscal budgets, Vallone has now secured
well over $160 million in additional funding for Northeast Queens including
over $42 million for upgrades at local schools and over $71 million for
improvements to parks in his Council District.

The Council Member, in partnership with Queens Borough President Donovan
Richards or New York City Council Speaker Corey Johnson funded the
following projects within Council Member Vallone’s District:

* $4.5 million to College Point Fields to convert an existing baseball
field into soccer fields.

* $2.75 million to Raymond O’Connor Park to build pathways and renovate
their synthetic soccer fields.

* $2.7 million for the Center for the Women of New York building
renovations at Fort Totten.

* $500K to build an outdoor reading garden at the Auburndale Library.

* $440K for auditorium audiovisual upgrades at P.S. 209

* $150K for NYPD security cameras throughout our district to help combat
quality of life issues like drag racing in our community.

“I have fought hard to make sure that Northeast Queens was not ignored and
given our fair share and recognition that it deserves as a part of this
great city”, said Council Member Vallone “ I am proud to have been able to
bring so many resources to my community in partnership with fellow elected
officials. We are excited for the future of our district, and the impact of
these projects will be felt for generations to come.”

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KCS Now Open to All 12+ for Walk-in Vaccinations

The Korean Community Services Center is now open to walk in vaccinations to
those 12 and over!

If you know If you know someone who is 12 years or older and is still in
need of a COVID vaccine, please encourage them to get vaccinated!

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Grab and Go Meals for ALL

Even when school buildings are closed, free meals are still available at
NYC Schools Meal Hubs!

To find a location near you visit [2][link removed]
or text "NYC FOOD" to 877-877.

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Open Storefronts

The Open Storefronts program has been extended through 9/30/2021!

A strong economic recovery in the wake of the pandemic means continuous
creativity with our open spaces and giving our business owners every
resource they need to survive and thrive. The Open Storefronts program will
accomplish just that and give New Yorkers a unique way to shop local and
shop safe throughout this holiday season.

Learn more and check your eligibility [3]here!

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Food Pantry Assistance

Our local food pantries in College Point, Flushing and Whitestone are
offering assistance to hundreds of families and need our help. Please
donate if you are able and spread the word! Thank you CEC D25!

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College Point Residents Organize Fundraiser to Deliver Meals

As our City continues to battle the effects of COVID-19, Northeast Queens
residents continue to organize and offer a helping hand. College Point
residents Jennifer Shannon, Cathy Shannon, James & Kathryn Cervino, and
Margaret Loughlin have stepped up and launched a fundraiser to help College
Point residents who are in need of food.

Organizers write: "We have been going strong throughout the summer, helping
to keep the food pantry alive at First Reformed Church in CP. Thanks to
generous donations from the community, businesses, and city partners, we
have been helping the community throughout these difficult Covid
times...Our focus has now fully shifted from thanking workers, which was a
wonderful initiative, to supporting the food pantry."

I was proud to contribute to this local effort. Please offer a helping hand
if you are able!

Find more information on [4]GoFundMe

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Friends of Crocheron & John Golden Park

A new local group has formed with the mission to ensure Crocheron & John
Golden Park will provide all visitors with beautiful open spaces.

Learn more about their fundraising and event organization efforts [5]here

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Commonpoint is also offering free full day childcare to families working as
essential workers. [6]Inquire here

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Thanks for reading! As always, if you have any questions or concerns, do
not hesitate to contact my office.

Sincerely,

Hon. Paul A. Vallone

New York City Council, District 19

42-40 Bell Boulevard, Suite 507

Bayside, New York 11361

718.619.8611

[email protected]

Follow me on [7]Facebook, [8]Twitter and [9]Instagram

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