Congressman Gregory Meeks on Wednesday, March 15, met with local small business owners, community leaders and staff at Chhaya Community Development Corporation’s (CDC) Richmond Hill office, where he presented a $150,000 check to support the expansion of Chhaya’s small business program.

The congressman’s remarks focused on the indispensable role local, independently owned businesses play in communities and reaffirmed his support for initiatives that bolster their success and stability.