[BwayDems] January 2011 - Monthly Update from Assembly Member O'Donnell

[Daniel O'Donnell]

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O'DONNELL NEWS -- January 2011
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Community Office: 245 West 104th Street  •  (212) 866-3970


THE 2011 BUDGET PROCESS BEGINS: A STATEMENT FROM ASSEMBLY MEMBER O’DONNELL
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With each year comes a new state budget and the myriad of difficult 
decisions that go into its formation.  This year, those decisions will 
be even tougher.  In his State of the State address, Governor Cuomo 
outlined his proposals to reorganize and reform New York’s government 
and address the state’s fiscal deficit, signaling the gravity of this 
year’s situation.  After the Executive Budget is formally released and 
carefully analyzed, the Senate and Assembly develop their responses, and 
negotiations among the three bodies begin.

As always, I plan to closely examine this year’s budget proposal.  And 
as always, I pledge to ensure that our state’s most vulnerable are not 
disproportionately affected by the upcoming budget.  No one will be 
exempted from cutbacks, but there are ways to protect our children, 
seniors, and those most in need.

Despite the challenges that lie ahead, I look forward to continuing to 
work together for the betterment of our community, city, and state.



MANHATTAN VALLEY PUBLICATION AVAILABLE
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In the fall of 2009, Assembly Member O’Donnell initiated an in-depth 
study of Manhattan Valley’s strengths and areas of need.  After these 
results were compiled, he engaged the community in a visioning process 
about the future of this diverse and dynamic neighborhood.  If you would 
like a copy of the publication describing the process and its results, 
please contact his Community Office at 212-866-3970 or at 
odonnelld at assembly.state.ny.us.



ASSEMBLY MEMBER O’DONNELL’S UPCOMING FREE LEGAL CLINIC FOR TENANTS
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An opportunity for constituents with housing issues to consult with a 
volunteer attorney.
Call Joyce at (212) 866-3970 to make an appointment.

**Thursday, January 27th**



COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT GRANT OPPORTUNITY
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Have an idea for a community improvement project and looking for a 
grant?  The Citizens Committee for New York City is holding information 
sessions regarding the application process for its New Yorkers for 
Better Neighborhoods Grant.

The grants can range from $500 to $3,000 and are awarded to 
volunteer-led groups for community improvement.  Get more information at 
the info session on **Friday, January 14th**, from
6:30PM – 8PM at the Bronx Library Center, 310 East Kingsbridge Road.

Please RSVP to January Sanalak at (212) 822-9564 or 
jsanalak at citizensnyc.org.



2011 NYC Homeless Outreach Population Estimate (HOPE)
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The NYC Department of Homeless Services will be conducting its annual 
count of people living unsheltered on the night of **January 31st**. 
This important initiative needs thousands of volunteers, age 18 or 
older, to help carry out the survey which will collect important 
information used to help our city’s most vulnerable residents.

For more information or to register to volunteer, go to www.nyc.gov/dhs 
or call 311.




CELL PHONE DRIVE
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A donated cell phone can be a lifeline for domestic violence survivors 
when faced with an emergency situation. CALL TO PROTECT is a national 
campaign to collect cell phones to support organizations that provide 
needed services to domestic violence survivors. Please bring your used 
cell phone to Assembly Member O’Donnell’s Community Office; 245 W. 104th 
Street (between Broadway and West End). For more information, please 
visit www.calltoprotect.org.

**January 1st–31st, 2011**



TWO EXCITING UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES FROM THE APOLLO THEATER
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Come see the Apollo on Broadway!  The Apollo is putting on a 
family-friendly show hosted by historian Billy “Mr. Apollo” Mitchell on 
**Thursday, January 27th**, at 8:30PM in the David Rubenstein Atrium on 
Broadway between 62nd and 63rd Streets.  The event will feature 
performances by recent Amateur Night champions plus a mock Amateur Night 
at the Apollo with performances by audience members, and even a winner 
chosen by the audience!

The Apollo Theater Academy is hosting a 12-week Saturday Workshop Series 
for New York City high school students to learn enhanced lighting 
design, audio technology, set design, and prop creation.  For 
applications and more information, go to 
www.apolloeducation.org/teens/saturday.  Applications are due by 6PM, 
**Monday, January 31st**.  The program is free for all accepted students!



Atención!
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La oficina comunicaría del Asambleísta Daniel O’Donnell ahora tiene 
empleados que hablan español para asistir al publico, tiempo completo de 
lunes a viernes desde 9:00 AM -5:30 PM. La oficina comunicaría esta 
localizada en el 245 West 104th, con la calle Broadway. También pueden 
contactar la oficina en horario de trabajo al 212-866-3970.

Attention!
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Assembly Member O’Donnell’s community office has full-time 
Spanish-speaking staff available to assist you, Monday through Friday 
from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. The office is located at 245 West 104th Street, 
just off Broadway. You can also call 212-866-3970 during business hours.



-- 
Office of Assembly Member Daniel O'Donnell
245 W. 104th Street
New York, NY 10025
p (212) 866-3970
f (212) 864-1095
odonned at assembly.state.ny.us
http://assembly.state.ny.us/mem/?ad=069


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