I’ve been blessed with the opportunity to have learned from my father, Congressman Joseph P. Addabbo, about how to serve the needs of the public. I intend to utilize my accounting background during the budget process, legal experience to create legislation, and years of voluntary community service to be the complete full-time city councilman the residents deserve.

Education
Overcrowded classrooms, underpaid teachers, and poor school infrastructure are unacceptable conditions. I’ll propose legislation to make the Board of Education accountable to the residents and students. I’ll work with the parents and administration of each school. My dedication to improving our schools and bringing about change will only stop when the problems are solved.

Public Safety
I’m dedicated to increase the police presence on our streets. I’ve worked to form a cooperative relationship between our officers and residents to maximize the safety in each community.

Seniors
I’ll be a strong voice for seniors by seeking additional funds for senior centers. I’ll continuously listen to their concerns and value their ideas.

Economic Development
Hard working residents are the foundation of the community. I’ve supported jobs, contracts and governmental programs that promote the union worker.

Transportation

Transit in the Rockaways and other areas are unacceptable. I’ll research ways to improve these conditions such as, the old Rockaway spur of the Long Island Railroad and a subsidized ferry service. Private bus services will be addressed.

Additional issues such as illegal conversions, health care, tenants rights, veterans, younger residents interest, the environment and other concerns will face us and we’ll address them all...TOGETHER. For more information (718) 738-1111 or www.Addabbo.com

(Statement reprinted as supplied by the candidate.)