Canarsie City Councilman Alan Maisel kicked off a drive this week to bring cell phones to active military emebers so they can make free calls to family and friends, and a food drive for stateside veterans in need, Sheepsheadbites reports.
Phones can be dropped off at Maisel’s district office. For more information, e-mail AMaisel@Council.NYC.Gov or call (718) 241-9330.
Bensonhurst, Gravesend and Coney Island City Councilman Mark Treyger is introducing legislation to make it illegal to text or talk on a cell phone, according to several news outlets. Mayor Bill de Blasio reportedly supports the measure.
Speaking of Treyger he also is announcing funding for improved street cleaning on important commercial corridors within his district. The announcement is slated for 10 am, this FRiday at the corner of 18th Avenue and 86th Street.
Assemblymember-elect Rodneyse Bichotte is holding a Victory Party and Pre-Birthday at 6 pm tonight at Woodland Restaurant, 242 Flatbush Avenue. To RSVP please call 347-699-3503 or email votebichotte@gmail.com
City Councilman Jumaane Williams is inviting the community to a small business networking and dinner event at 7 pm, tomorrow, Thursday, Nov. 13 at The Bridge, 1894 Flatbush Avenue. To RSVP call Fuljens Henry at 718-940-2200.
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