— 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 scholarship dinner. I look back to the previous
year, and I am so glad that we are now returning to normalcy.
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 attends Final Charles J. Vallone Scholarship Dinner
Council Member Vallone attended the final Astoria Civic Association Judge
Charles J. Vallone dinner dance on Saturday, October 16th. This dinner has
been an incredible way to raise funds for a scholarship that has gone to
students in New York for almost a century.
"The generosity of the Astoria Civic Association was on full display at
this dinner." said Council Member Vallone, "This may be the final Judge
Charles J Vallone dinner dance, but my grandfather's legacy will live on
through the countless students who have had their dreams made possible by
this scholarship"
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Council Member Vallone Co-Hosts Borough President's Italian American
Heritage Month Celebration at Borough Hall
Council Member Vallone worked with Borough President Richards to host a
wondeful celbration of Italian culture and heritage at borough hall on
Thursday, October 14th. The event honored notable Italian Americans across
our borough and featured italian music and food.
"My family has always been proud of our Italian-American heritage and we
celebrate it in any way we can." said Council Member Vallone, "It is truly
wonderful that we are able to come together and create a wonderful event
for families in our community"
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Vallone Attends the Center for the Women of New York annual walk/run
On Saturday October 17th Council Member Vallone attended the Center for the
Women of New York's annual run/walk. The Coucnil Member has worked with
elected officals throught the district to raise over $4 million to renovate
their headquarters in Fort Totten.
"The Center for the Women of New York is a wonderful organization that does
incredible work for women across the city." said Council Member Vallone. "I
am proud to have secured funding to help grow this organization and allow
them to grow their programs and services well into the future."
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Parks Deparment Rescheduled Community Input Meeting on New Park in Bay
Terrace
Parks has rescheduled it's community input meeting for the new park in bay
terrace. This week NYC parks will be hosting an input session on the new
park that will be built in Bay Terrace. This is the first new park in our
district in decades, and community input is key to a successful project.
"After eight years of service to my community and my neighbors, securing
funding and support for a brand new park in our district is one of the
greatest achievements of my time in council." said Council Member Vallone,
"I am glad that the community will have the opportunity to express their
views on how to make this park a success, and a favorite of children for
years 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 [1][link removed]
or text "NYC FOOD" to 877-877.
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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 [2]GoFundMe
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— MORE NEWS —
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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 [3]here
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— IMPORTANT RESOURCES —
718-268-5011
Commonpoint is also offering free full day childcare to families working as
essential workers. [4]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 [5]Facebook, [6]Twitter and [7]Instagram
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