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OUR ISSUES.
OUR FIGHT.
Year-Round Access to 3K and 4K Programs
I will fight to provide year-round 3K and 4K programs, ensuring families have access to high-quality, early education and free childcare support.
Universal Community Schools
I will fight to transform every school into a community school—a hub for mental and medical care, enrichment and after-school programs, adult education, and tailored support that uplifts every community member in the Bronx.
Teacher Wage Justice
I will fight to ensure every teacher earns a minimum salary of $90,000 and secure funding for professional development and classroom resources. Our educators deserve fair wages and the tools to prepare our children for success.
Education Equity
City-Run Wholesale and Community Distribution Center
I will fight for a city-run wholesale center that supplies affordable food to community supermarkets and co-ops. By reducing costs for local stores, we can ensure families have access to fresh, nutritious groceries at prices they can afford.
Dinner and Weekend Meals for Everyone
I will push for the expansion of school meal programs, including supper services and weekend meals. Every child deserves to go to bed with food in their stomach, and families in need should have access to reliable food support year-round—especially families who are low income and living in temporary housing.
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
I will work with Bronx-based companies like FreshDirect, Golden Krust, Morton Williams, and others to establish CSR programs that reduce food insecurity. These programs will include organizing food drives, sponsoring meal programs, and investing in local initiatives while creating jobs that support our local economy.
Food Rescue Initiative for Shelters and Homeless Services
I will fight to launch a Food Rescue Initiative, partnering with local businesses to redirect surplus food to shelters and homeless services thereby reducing waste while ensuring our most vulnerable neighbors have access to nutritious meals.
Reinstate Hot Meal Purchases for SNAP
I will fight to reinstate hot meal purchases for seniors and individuals in temporary housing under SNAP benefits, ensuring vulnerable residents have access to hot, nutritious meals when they lack mobility, access, and preparation space.
Expansion of Housing Connect Program
I will fight to expand the Housing Connect program by increasing available units while ensuring the selection, application, and requirements meet the need of the neighborhood.
Eliminate Credit Checks for Renters
I will fight to eliminate credit checks in applications, as they disproportionately exclude low-income residents. Housing is a human right, and everyone deserves access to housing.
Restorative Mediation for Rent Arrears
I will Introduce mediation for rent owed under $15,000, creating a space for landlords and tenants to negotiate solutions without jumping to court and potential evictions.
Food Access
Reinstate PT, OT, Speech, ELL and other Related Services in Schools
I will restore in-school access to critical services like physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech, English Language Learning services, and other supports, ensuring every child receives the care they need without barriers.
Universal Internet and Technology Access
I will ensure every student in the Bronx receives a laptop and all families receive secure free, high-speed internet. The digital divide ends here, and every child will have the tools to access modern learning.
Incarceration Reform
Housing Justice
Abolish Solitary Confinement
I will fight for a complete ban on solitary confinement in New York City facilities. Solitary confinement is inhumane and ineffective, leaving individuals with lasting psychological damage.
End Slave Wages for Incarcerated Individuals
I will fight to end the practice of slave wages by demanding fair wages for incarcerated workers. This will reduce the financial burden on families who often bear the costs of supporting an incarcerated loved one.
Eliminate Technical Violations as Grounds for Re-incarceration
I will demand legislation to eliminate technical violations as grounds for imprisonment.
Minor infractions like missing curfews or failing to report to an officer shouldn’t lead to re-incarceration.
Rezone, Rebuild, and Reopen
I will repurpose abandoned buildings, factories, and unused developments into truly and functional affordable housing units to address the housing shortage and provide sustainable housing for all NYC residents.
Tenant Protection Task Force
I will establish a review and audit task force to investigate unjust rent hikes and lease changes, ensuring compliance with fair housing laws. This task force will hold landlords accountable and safeguard tenant rights.
Establish a Bronx Reentry Office
I will establish a Bronx Reentry Support Office to provide one-on-one reentry planning, legal assistance, mental health counseling, addiction navigation, vocational training, and connections to services that support housing, job placement, and community health.
Fair Chance Hiring Practices
I will demand tax credits for businesses that commit to hiring individuals with criminal records thereby helping reduce employment barriers and creating pathways to success.
Small Business Development
Local Business Emergency Relief Fund
I will create a city-backed emergency fund to support small businesses during crises like natural disasters, economic downturns, or public health emergencies. This fund will ensure businesses can weather challenges and maintain stability.
Small Business Growth Fund
I will push for rent subsidies and personnel grants for new and expanding small businesses in their first three years. This program will help local businesses build a strong foundation and create jobs right here in the Bronx.
Minority-Owned Business Incubators
I will establish minority-owned business incubators that provide mentorship, affordable workspace, and access to funding—reducing opportunity gaps for people of color in entrepreneurship and creating equitable opportunities for economic growth in the Bronx.
City-Funded Grants for Community Impact
I will establish grants for businesses and non-profits tackling issues like food access, housing stability, and workforce development. Prioritizing these organizations will provide real change for underserved neighborhoods.
Prioritize Local Businesses for Public Projects
I will demand policies that prioritize district-based businesses for public contracts, ensuring that investments and jobs stay within our community. Create a registry of local businesses to streamline procurement and simplify access to opportunities.
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