Candidate for New York State Assembly - District 51 in 2024 New York General Election.
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Get StartedLaw enforcement officers, however, are a necessary part of public safety maintenance. We need a present police force in our community to truly serve and protect rather than resorting to unnecessary violence and arrests as initial tactics. Likewise, certain questionable policy procedures such as cashless bail for repeat offenders need to face an extensive audit regarding their practical efficacy. Learn more
I will also make it my mission to lower property taxes for owner occupied buildings. Learn more
I propose reclaiming our waterfront land for building affordable, energy efficient homes via the co-op model. This will allow many of our constituents with modest incomes to achieve the dream of homeownership, and to one day pass that property onto their heirs in the spirit of creating generational wealth. Learn more
Although our respective neighborhoods are geographically close, District 51 remains largely divided due to our aquatic boundaries. I propose synergizing and energizing our collective community by making ferry rides between Sunset Park and Red Hook free. This will allow for cultural and economic collaboration and a more unified district. Learn more
I will work to cap metered parking at 25 cents an hour and parking infractions to three enforceable tickets per month for those with clean driving records. Learn more
If elected, I aim to make District 51 a sales tax free zone. In the current era of inflation, goods and services that were once staples of everyday life are becoming an increasing burden on individuals and families. Learn more
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