Monday, April 12, 2010

photo credit: office of NYS Senator Squadron


I really wanted to take part in State Senator Squadron's 2nd Community Convention this Sunday, but was not able to make it. My friends Maryann and Laura were there and said it was very well attended and very informative.
It sounds as though it was a huge success. Were you there as well, dear Reader? What did you think?


Senator Squadron's office just sent out a report on the convention. Read on:

On Sunday, State Senator Daniel Squadron hosted his second annual 25th District Community Convention, bringing together more than 300 community members to discuss legislative and community priorities.

The convention started with a plenary session, where Senator Squadron noted that, as demonstrated by those in attendance, “there are an extraordinary number of people who stand willing to take time from busy and demanding lives to become citizen activists.” Participants then broke up into 23 different discussion groups, where moderators
sought input on topics that included housing, education, transportation and ethics reform.

Senator Squadron received valuable feedback from these discussion groups, and will use these thoughts, ideas and concerns to shape his policies at home and in Albany. Joining the community members at the convention were U.S. Senator Charles Schumer, Manhattan Borough President Scott Stringer, Assembly Member Deborah Glick, and Assembly
Member Brian Kavanagh. The convention closed with a reception, where Senator Squadron continued the discussion with participants over
refreshments.



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