Folks Flood Stop FEMA Rally
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Dan Mundy Jr., president of the Broad Channel Civic Association, hosted the event which drew the large crowd and attracted national media attention. Mundy was joined on stage by community leaders, elected officials or their representatives.
In a stirring presentation, Mundy got the crowd engaged by recognizing the presence of people from various neighborhoods. Shouts and applause rang out when he asked “Who’s here from Belle Harbor? How about Howard Beach?” The same occurred when he recognized Breezy Point, Hamilton Beach, and Rockaway Beach, and the hometown crowd of Broad Channel.

“Some reports have you believe we’re all millionaires in our neighborhoods. Well, we know who lives in our neighborhoods. People who live here are the people who pick up your garbage, teach your kids, keep you safe from bad guys, and run into burning buildings. That’s who we have here.”
For real change to occur in the law, Congress must repeal or amend the law. “Our goal is to send a message to Congress that Biggert-Waters was a mistake and we want to see it fixed,” Mundy said.

Councilman Eric Ulrich told the crowd that the City Council had passed a resolution calling for the repeal of the Biggert-Waters Act. Although mostly symbolic because it is a federal issue, Ulrich said the vote was unanimous, which is rare in the City Council, and indicates how the City as a whole is in support of its coastal communities.

The rally effort was also supported by individuals and civic groups who provided phone numbers of elected officials. Those who came to the rally were encouraged to call, write, and email Senator Schumer, Senator Gillibrand, Congressman Meeks and Congressman Jeffries.
To get involved with what will be a continuing cause or to get more information, contact your local civic association or see Stop FEMA Now on Facebook.
CB 14 Meeting: Boardwalk News
The NYC Parks Department and the design firm, CH2MHill, will make a presentation at the monthly Community Board meeting on Tuesday, October 8th at Scholars’ Academy, 320 Beach 104th Street. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. Those looking to speak during the public speaking session are required to sign up 15 minutes before the meeting begins.

Construction of the new boardwalk is scheduled to begin by the end of the year. A completion date has not been set.



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