Monday-Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm. 1) Economic hardships for workers, small businesses, freelancers, immigrants: These New Yorkers have been particularly hard hit, and we need a plan that puts New Yorkers back to work in jobs with good wages and full protections. District 30 schools work with families and community members to provide resources to work toward the shared goal that every student will be college or career ready. I want to elevate opportunities for all and include all voices at the table for the greater good of the community. As a parent of a 2-year-old daughter, Im most in love with the ways this neighborhood offers a great place to introduce her to the world. The town hall will take place during Community District Education Council 26's monthly meeting, which kicks off at 6:30 p.m. with a report from District Superintendent Danielle Giunta.. . More than one dozen candidates are vying to represent District 26 in the City Council. Bailey: Its my home. Low-income residents should have access to healthcare regardless of their employment status or ability to pay. We need to revamp how we build and price affordable housing. Adding additional housing stock to our supply within the district will help relieve the upward pressure on rents. I am pleased the city listened to the wishes of those stakeholders and opened their process to allow for Dr. Composto to be reappointed.. Sarduy formerly led District 28. Located on the Western portion of Long Island, Queens County is home to more than 2.5 million people. We need better and faster networks to support our needs. Telephone: +718-326-5600 Home; Districts. Hailie Kim, candidate for City Council 26. NSW Police Commissioner Mick Fuller . Jamaica. I can do this because I have a background of building support exclusively from people that want to fight to build a better NYC. I would push to establish a benchmark for affordability that ensures that working-class people can continue to live in their neighborhoods. By identifying schools that need the most attention, NYSED and school districts can focus resources on these schools. We dont have to sell our public lands to developers to build more housing. Some judges have blacklisted me. We celebrate diversity and difference of culture, language and heritage in this great district. I also love the diversity of people, businesses, restaurants, industries and activities which make for a vibrant and exciting community to live and work in. Were in a battle against overdevelopment, gentrification and a soon-to-come eviction crisis. This contest doesnt feature a villain candidate nobody running would do harm if elected. Brent OLeary: Fighting overdevelopment: Our transportation system is falling apart; our sewer systems are overloaded; our parks and schools are underfunded; and rents are skyrocketed. Sharpe: Jonathan Bailey. Current renters should benefit from this rare drop in housing costs without needing to move. Elementary and middle school superintendent:Danielle Giunta, (718) 631-6943, High school superintendent:Elaine Lindsey, (718) 281-3517, Elementary and middle school family support coordinator: Kimberly D'Angelo, (718) 631-6943, High school family support coordinator:Eduardo Duarte, (718) 281-3517, Elementary and middle school family leadership coordinator:Lori Stein Butera, (718) 631-6943, High school family leadership coordinator:Carmen Garcia, (718) 281-3517, This center handles both general education and special education enrollment. She organizes to build power for working people outside of government. I moved around a lot growing up, only staying anywhere for a few years. Im on my community board, where I advocate for people-friendly streets and affordable housing. But my experience has been in activist and movement organizations that have been fighting for change. HIRING 6 BENEFIT REPS-WORK REMOTE W/TRAINING. Adding additional housing stock to our supply within the district will help relieve the upward pressure on rents. As a parent, Ill bring the understanding of the issues working parents face in NYC. (Photo courtesy of Julia Formans campaign). Hailie Kim, candidate for City Council 26. 28-11 Queens Plaza North. ARE YOU A PEOPLE PERSON? I often hear questions like, How are plans to defund the NYPD going to keep my mother safe on the streets? or How can they put a bike lane in front of my business when I need access to my loading zone? These arent easy questions to ask, but they are necessary. All Rights Reserved. They dropped the case after tormenting me for about four years. Hailie Kim Eagle photo by Jacob Kaye "I really do feel like I'm coming back home," she said while introducing herself as the new superintendent at the district . As an activist who founded Stop Sunnyside Yards, Ive worked successfully with many different groups citywide toward a common goal of protecting residents and small businesses from displacement. 1) As the treasurer and co-founder of Western Queens Community Land Trust, I believe that our communities should decide how public land is used. Sarduy left District 28 in the midst of the controversy to assume the newly created executive superintendent position that expanded her sphere of authority. No two schools or school communities have the same needs. Badrun Khan, candidate for City Council 26. The accountability system classifies schools into one of three categories: In Good Standing, a Comprehensive Support and Improvement (CSI) school, or a Targeted Support and Improvement (TSI) school. I can do this because I have a background of building support exclusively from people that want to fight to build a better NYC. I will take my empathy and compassion from my life experiences into City Hall to do whats best for my community. My experiences in NYCHA, working with families, and seeing how our current structures dont do enough for our neighbors I want to be the advocate in City Hall that a large portion of this district needs. Champion ZIP code-based MIH/AMI for development and work closely with the Department of Housing Preservation and Development to assure that the percentages are lowered so that deep affordability is considered. Each district has a superintendent, and a family advocate who is charged with responding to parents' concerns. Building and pricing the majority of housing for these households would help prevent homelessness. I have to say that there are several candidates that I am considering for my second ranked vote, but if I was to pick one today, it would be Julie Won. As of February 2020, Dr. Tammy Pate is the current Community School Superintendent for District 28. More so than any other council district in the city, whatever you are looking for, you can find here in District 26. I exposed judges misleading verdict statements. On top of that, we must repair NYCHA; it is a great program, but only when properly funded and maintained. We are extremely proud of our programs and facilities, but most importantly, we are proud of our students. Below 50 percent AMI qualifies one as being below the median income or very low income. These are the people who are most housing insecure. The graduation rate is the percentage of students who entered grade 9 in the same school year who earned a local or Regents diploma four years later. 1) Pass legislation overhauling ULURP as part of a truly community-driven comprehensive planning process that places deeply and permanently affordable housing above all other types of usage and requires meaningful racial displacement and environmental impact analyses. CEC members have little formal power but some are effective advocates for parents. Queens, NY 11435. 1900 East Kensington Rd., Mount Prospect, IL 60056 Peterson: 1) We need to take stock of the office buildings in our district that are underused or empty and work with Housing Preservation and Development and the Housing Development Corporation to evaluate whether these units can be converted to affordable housing; 2) The current dip in the rental market due to COVID-19 is an unusual opportunity for renters in our district. This will cause gentrification. Young: Champion ZIP code-based MIH/AMI for development and work closely with the Department of Housing Preservation and Development to assure that the percentages are lowered so that deep affordability is considered. using Development Corporation to evaluate whether these units can be converted to affordable housing; 2) The current dip in the rental market due to COVID-19 is an unusual opportunity for renters in our district. I would also support developments built on Community Land Trusts so that we can put affordable housing decisions in the hands of our community members, and not developers. Superintendent: Anita Saunders : Full Time: Part Time: Principals: 32: 0: Assistant Principals: 61: 0: Teachers: 1798: . (Photo courtesy of Heajin-Hailie Kims campaign). Having grown up in District 26, I dont see it as a district, but as the community where I went to school, learned to ride a bike and began to develop my interest in public service. Cambria Heights, Laurelton, Brookville and Rosedale also fall within District 29. Family Support Coordinator. Im currently the district leader for the 30th Assembly District, and Im the former Community Board 2 chair. As the wife of a musician, gig worker and adjunct professor, Ill bring the experience of what its like to live without employer protections. FAX: +718-762-1931. $249,000. Here are a few that will probably appear on my ranked ballot in some order, and why I like them: Amit Bagga is a professional peer, someone else who has the level of experience needed. We believe all children deserve quality education and have committed to advocate on behalf of the families in our school community, on a district level . If you are new to New York City or your child attends private or parochial school, contact the nearest Committee on Special Educationfor an evaluation. Kim: I dont have anyone specific in mind to rank as my number two, but I want to rank someone whose values align with my own. Gomez: I havent decided yet. I believe that as we come out of this pandemic. District 28 office 90-27 Sutphin Blvd. NA. Im proud to be the first candidate for this district to refuse all money from real estate developers and lobbyists so that my community knows I fight only for them. Our Social Emotional Learning materials support the state's ESSA plan priorities and promote a positive school climate. I dont have anyone specific in mind to rank as my number two, but I want to rank someone whose values align with my own. Maruf: I took a corrupt and racist landlord to housing court seven-plus times. Prices would be based on stabilized rents from the mid-1990s. I know the issues that matter most in our neighborhoods and how to fight for them effectively. I havent decided yet. Additional information about tests is available on our State Assessment website, including fact sheets about the 3-8 tests for parents and stakeholders. When I complained to the New York City Commission of Human Rights about racist landlords with an audio recording, corrupt employees coerced me to accept a $5,000 settlement after stonewalling the case. I continue to work while I campaign to support my parents and pay my student loans. QNS: What aspect of your background speaks best to your abilities as a City Council member? The goal of our website is to be a resource center for the almost 40,000 students and their families who attend and reside in our Community School District. Micah Peterson: 1) We need a school system that is equitable, starting with reevaluating our Gifted and Talented programs. 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