News from Assemblywoman Stacey Pheffer Amato

Friday August 18, 2017  In This Issue MTA Testimony Howard Beach Safety Ferry Options Back to school drive Quick Links South Queens Needs Transit Mobile Office Hours Free Summer Meals for All Kids Stop by the office! Rockaway  9516 Rockaway Beach Boulevard Rockaway Beach, NY 11693 718-945-9550 Fax: 718-945-9549 Howard Beach 162-38 Cross Bay Blvd. Howard Beach, NY 11414 718-641-8755 Fax: 718-835-3190 Albany  LOB 827 Albany, NY 12248 518-455-4292 amatos@nyassembly.gov Visit our Website Dear Neighbor, With summer winding down, our district is picking up speed! Over the past few weeks I've had the opportunity to visit local senior centers, speak at civic and precinct council meetings, in addition to hosting several successful mobile office hours. You can stay up to date on community news and daily updates by following me onFacebook & Twitter. As always, Better Transportation Options for South Queens I had the opportunity to submit testimony to the City Council committee that oversees the MTA last week. I look forward to working with the MTA to build a more accessible and resilient transportation system that serves all New Yorkers especially residents of South Queens. My full testimony can be foundhere. MTA, LIRR, NYCT: South Queens Needs Transit! Sign the petition: bit.ly/SouthQueensNeedsTransit. Better Safety Measures in Howard Beach I joined my colleagues and the Howard Beach Lindenwood Civic in asking forthe Department of Transportation to implement more changes at the Lindenwood Triangle. Ferry Options for those who need it most This past week I called on the Economic Development Corporation to accept regular MetroCards on the Ferry instead of using their own system, so that seniors, students and the disabled can get discounts they deserve. Back to School Drive All children need basic supplies to succeed. Having been a paraprofessional for years, made me aware that not every child gets equal access. This is a generous, tight-knit community, and we always come together to support our own! Please call my office at 718-945-9550 for my details on how to donate. Assemblywoman Stacey Pheffer Amato |NYS Assembly | P: 718-945-9550| F: 718-945-9549 |amatos@nyassembly.gov |  STAY CONNECTED Keep in touch!