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Dear Friends,
Please take a few moments to review some of the important events and updates I am including in this eNewsletter. As always, if I can ever be of assistance to you with any issue or if you want to share ideas, tips or insights please feel free to contact me.
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Ulrich and Rockaway Community Rally for NYPD
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| PHOTO: Ulrich stands with local officials and 100th Precinct Captain Craig Adelman during vigil for fallen officers |
(January 5, 2015) City Councilman Eric A. Ulrich joined the 100th Precinct Community Council and members of the Rockaway community earlier in January to show support for the New York City Police Department and members of the service who lost their lives in the line of duty.
This rally comes after recent NYPD protests and the assassination of two city police officers last December.
"Each and every day, the men and women of the NYPD risk their safety to protect their fellow New Yorkers," said Councilman Ulrich. "In the wake of the recent shootings, it's important to remember our fallen heroes and to say thank you for making New York the safest big city in America."
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City Council Declares NYC a "Purple Heart City"
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| PHOTO: Councilman Ulrich honors local veterans at City Hall |
(February 12, 2015) City Council Member Eric A. Ulrich (R-Queens), Chairman of the Council Veterans Committee, City Council Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito, and Veterans Committee Members joined at a recent City Council Stated Meeting to honor the veterans service organization - The Military Order of the Purple Heart.
The Military Order of the Purple Heart was formed in 1932 for the protection and mutual interest of all who have received the Purple Heart Medal. Close to 300 veterans citywide belong to the organization, which has chapters in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Staten Island.
The Purple Heart Medal was established in 1782 by General George Washington at his headquarters in Newburg, New York. The medal is awarded in the name of the President to those wounded or killed while serving with the United States Armed Forces.
"Thousands of veterans citywide have served our country and sacrificed so much on our behalf, and today's declaration is in their honor," said Councilman Eric Ulrich. "I also want to commend the men and woman of The Military Order of the Purple Heart for their local charitable work and mission protecting all those who've received the commendation."
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Ulrich, Ignizio, Matteo Reintroduce Bill Seeking Tough Penalties for Looters
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| PHOTO: Ulrich speaks with Council Members Ignizio and Matteo |
(January 22, 2015) Council Member Eric Ulrich and Council Members Vincent Ignizio and Steven Matteo, both of Staten Island, reintroduced legislation recently that would create civil penalties for those who target vulnerable New Yorkers during a local state of emergency.
After Hurricane Sandy, there were multiple reports of looting in Brooklyn, Staten Island, and the Rockaways. Local residents in southeast Queens and other neighborhoods reported that people disguised as city officials, relief or construction workers, attempted to defraud or successfully defrauded storm victims.
The bill would create a $50,000 civil penalty atop criminal penalties that already exist for anyone who commits a property or fraud related crime in an area that's under mandatory evacuation order.
"Anyone who commits a crime in a disaster area is downright disgraceful and deserves to face the stiffest penalties under the law," said Councilman Ulrich. "If passed, this bill would punish those who capitalize on other's misfortune and act as a deterrent for anyone who thinks they can get away with breaking the law during a declared state of emergency."
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Ulrich Introduces Bill Requiring DEP to Report on Condition of City's Drainage Infrastructure
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| PHOTO: Ulrich hears testimony at a City Council hearing |
(January 22, 2015) Councilman Eric A. Ulrich introduced legislation in January that would require the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to issue an annual report on the condition of critical water drainage infrastructure within the city. The report would include descriptions of all outages that occurred in the prior year - detailing the length and severity of the outage, as well as the steps taken to resolve it.
Ulrich introduces this legislation in response to a storm last April that flooded much of Lindenwood and Howard Beach, causing thousands of dollars in damage for local homeowners.
After the flooding, it was determined that a nearby DEP overflow retention facility did not function as intended and reached capacity the night of the storm. The overflow facility mitigates flooding by draining storm water from the neighborhood into Jamaica Bay during heavy rainfall.
"Many residents paid a huge price last April when the city's infrastructure failed to function properly," said Councilman Ulrich. "This bill will monitor critical water drainage systems in flood prone areas like Lindenwood and Howard Beach, to help prevent against malfunctions and keep our communities safe in the event of severe weather."
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City Council Holds Hearing Examining Local Veterans Treatment Courts
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| PHOTO: Council Members Ulrich, Cohen, and Vallone |
(February 25, 2015) Council Member Eric A. Ulrich (R-Queens), Chair of the Council Veterans Committee, Council Member Rory Lancman (D-Queens), Chair of the Committee on Legal Services and Courts, and Council Member Andrew Cohen (D-Bronx), Chair of the Committee on Mental Health, Developmental Disability, Alcoholism, Substance Abuse and Disability Services, held a joint hearing this past February at City Hall examining the City's Veterans Treatment Courts.
Veterans Treatment Courts (VTCs) - modeled after drug courts - first emerged in 2008 under Buffalo City Court Judge Robert Russell Jr. These specialized courts connect veterans to services that can assist with substance abuse, mental health challenges, and other issues. Participants are also paired with a court appointed mentor, and those who successfully complete the program may have their charges dismissed, reduced, or receive a reduction in their sentence.
Queens, Brooklyn, and the Bronx all administer VTCs and Staten Island plans to open its own part in the near future.
"These specialized courts reduce recidivism, connect veterans to valuable services that assist with substance abuse and mental health issues, and afford veterans the second chance they deserve," said Councilman Ulrich.
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