Newsletter 10/24 by Sheri Toiv

SIMCHA FELDER

FELDER FIGHTS FOR BETTER EDUCATION

STOP THE HATE

Senator Felder demands independent monitors at all institutions receiving city, state, or federal funding

“The complete antipathy toward rising antisemitic incidents and the abject failure of college administrators to provide safety on their campuses is deeply concerning. By having independent oversight, we can take concrete steps to safeguard our students by preventing the dangerous influence of terrorist organizations like Hamas, and its proxies, in our educational institutions.”

Principal for a day at SEEAL Academy with (R) Angelo Sacco, Principal; (L) Andrew Wells, Assistant Principal, and a few promising scholars.

At the Non-Public School Summit with Agudath Israel of America, (R-L) Assemblymember Michael Reilly, Assemblymember Pheffer-Amato, Senator Jessica Scarella-Spanton, Rabbi Silber, & Rabbi Motzen, Director of Gov. Affairs.

At the ribbon cutting for the new Teachers’ Center with the UFT.

Advocating to Mayor Adams for long overdue improvements to Special Education on Tin Cup Day in Albany.

FELDER: BRING SAFETY & SECURITY BACK

It used to be common knowledge that the NYPD protected people and property by preventing crime and arresting criminals. But over the last 10 years, the city has chipped away the authority of the police, giving criminals a free pass while law-abiding citizens suffer the consequences.

Members of the NYPD know that they will work in dangerous, volatile situations, yet they have chosen to run in, when everybody else would choose to run out. According to the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, police officers are 4 times more likely to be killed and 16 times more likely to be violently injured while doing their job than an average person is. They show up to restore order, get criminals off the street and ensure public safety, and most importantly to see that justice is served. I admit, I could not do their job and I am incredibly grateful for the good people who do; we should all be concerned that in the current atmosphere far fewer are choosing to.

There is no moral justification for forcing police officers to throw their hands up when criminals resist arrest or lash out in assault or harassment. Police work requires split-second decisions under extreme stress and there can be zero tolerance for resisting, assaulting or harassing police officers.

When the last of the good men and women are finally discouraged from entering or staying in law enforcement, who will be left? Everyone must raise their voice to support law and order, fight to fully fund the police academy and give our NYPD the full backing of the law.

SAVING LIVES

In an emergency, when every second counts, we often can’t

“Keeping you and your loved safe and healthy is my priority. In an emergency, when every second counts, we often can’t think clearly. The challenge is even greater for caretakers, babysitters and guests who may be unfamiliar with the address. Be sure to post emergency numbers with your full address where everyone can see it in case of an emergency.”

Together with community partners, I have worked to distribute thousands of signs and refrigerator magnets like this one from MET Council with emergency numbers and space for your address and conact number.

To request a lifesaving magnet, call my office at 718-253-2015 or email felder@nysenate.gov

SENATOR FELDER

WORKING HARD FOR YOU

Supporting the development of small businesses in our district with The Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce team, led by Randy Peers, President & CEO.

Teaching a class in Government to the students at Derech Erez Yeshiva with R’ Meir Yedid; Dr. Y. Goldberg, Principal and Jacob Abadi, Legislative Liaison.

Providing free food for the holidays to families in need with David Greenfield, CEO of Met Council.

Conferencing with Senator Roxanne Persaud and the Mental Health Committee to ensure we meet New Yorkers’ diverse health needs.

Appreciating our veterans by sending letters of gratitude with the American Red Cross.

Showing gratitude with Assemblyman Benedetto, to the special employees of the NYS Capitol Messenger Service, whose work helps us do ours every day.

Sponsoring free shredding in Marine Park, Midwood and Boro Park to help protect you from identity theft and fraud.

Learning how to best support NYS family farms with hands-on learning.

Supporting our Holocaust Survivors with Nachas Health & Family Services.

SENATOR FELDER

WORKING HARD FOR YOU

Protecting children with NYS Senate Deputy Leader Michael Giannaris by supporting the Child Data Protection Act that prohibits online sites from collecting, using, sharing, or selling children’s data without parental consent.

Questioning Mayor Adams plan to improve delivery of Special Education for families with children with special needs.

Meeting with students from Touro University’s Occupational Therapy program on Advocacy Day.

Thanking NYS Department of Labor Commissioner Roberta Reardon for helping small business thrive and ensuring New Yorkers are set for success.

Eliminating EBT (food stamp) theft by passing a bill that creates new protections against fraud with Senator Luis Sepulveda and Assemblymembers Sam Berger and Brian Cunningham.

Free Cholesterol and Glucose Screening at my district office, with Mount Sinai Health. Be proactive about your good health!

FELDER Helping Seniors

Free Senior Transportation Service

If you need help getting to your appointments, errands, or anywhere else, JCC of Greater Coney Island provides safe and reliable transportation to help seniors get to where they need to go, at no cost whatsoever.

To qualify: Be a resident of Brooklyn aged 65 and over.

To request an application: Call Senator Felder’s office, 718-253-2015

Free Senior Home Repairs

Met Council’s SeniorRepair Program offers free home repairs for seniors by highly-skilled, fully equipped technicians.

To Qualify: Be a NYC resident aged 60 or older with financial need.

To request an application: Call Senator Felder’s office at 718-253-2015

Over $25,000 disributed to families in need

HOME REPAIRS INCLUDE:

• Installing locks, peepholes, doorbells, window guards and other securityrelated hardware

• Installing smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms

• Installing bathroom grab bars

• Fixing washers in leaking faucets

• Light carpentry work such as fixing broken stairs and some furniture

• Fixing damaged drywall

• Replacing or repairing flooring in small areas

• Painting or plastering of small area

I am a proud partner with HeartShare and this year to date my office has provided over $25,000 to qualifying families on low or fixed incomes. Together, we have helped keep homes warm in the winter and cool in the summer without having to sacrifice other vital necessities. To qualify, you must be a HEAP recipient. Call my office for more information, 718-253-2015.

DON’T BE SCAMMED

If a call, text, or email is asking you for personal information or immediate payment, do not do it! We are here to help. Call me immediately: 718-253-2015.

Photo-Senator Simcha Felder with David Greenfield, CEO Met Council

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