— IN THE PAST WEEK —

Council Member Vallone Unveils
“Madeline Sershen Way” in Whitestone

On Thursday night, by candlelight, we unveiled "Madeline Sershen Way" at Utopia Parkway and 16th Avenue.

A beloved daughter, sister, aunt and an exceptional student and young woman, Madeline Sershen lived a brief but very bright life and was clearly loved by so many in the Northeast Queens community.

Thank you to Olivia Sershen and Skyler Nenadich for sharing such moving words, and to Madeline's aunt Rita Barravecchio for being a strong advocate for positive changes to New York State’s driving laws.

I am humbled to be a part of honoring Madeline’s life in this lasting way.

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One Week Until the Sixth Annual

Children's Holiday Parade in Bayside!

We're one week away from the Sixth Annual Children’s Holiday Parade & Lighting Ceremony, taking place on December 1st!

All are welcome to meet Santa and join us for an evening of activities, performances, hot chocolate, and holiday cheer. All community groups, schools, sports programs and local organizations are welcome to march in the parade.

Holiday caroling, performances, marching bands, NYPD and FDNY, holiday treats and costumed characters We’ll light the Christmas tree and Menorah, and of course, enjoy a visit from Santa who’ll arrive atop of our very own FDNY fire truck!

The parade will kick off at 36th Avenue & Bell Boulevard and end with the Bayside BID’s annual lighting ceremony on 41st Ave (near the LIRR station). We can’t wait for another great night of fun!

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Vallone Announces Annual Toy Drive

for St. Mary's Hospital in Bayside

🎁 This holiday season, please consider donating an unwrapped toy to our annual drive for the children of St. Mary's Healthcare System for Children!

Please share the flyer with your friends and family.

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— MORE NEWS —

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Discussing NYC BIDS at City & State's Economic Conference

Pleasure speaking about the Power of the BID Model at City and State's Economic and Workforce Development Conference on Thursday morning! Our BIDs do important behind the scenes work to make our community's better places to live, work and do business. Thank you to City and State for organizing Thursday's forum!

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A Furry Friend in Need of a Home!

Earlier this month, a furry wanderer looking for a human companion paid my family a visit. Local nonprofit TNR Utopia has taken good care of "Rocco," but he is looking for a forever home! Please contact this great group of volunteers at 347-850-CATS [2287] or call my office at 718-619-8611 if you are interested.

Thanks to TNR Utopia for your help!