The Neighborhood Council of the 69th Precinct in Brooklyn, final Saturday, welcomed a big turnout of elegantly dressed residents of Canarsie to its 2nd Annual Older Adults Valentine’s Day Appreciation Dinner, full of pleasure, within the Holy Household Church Auditorium, regardless of the chilly wet afternoon.
The night of music, dancing, and servings of Caribbean delicacies introduced collectively members of the NYPD, the youth explorers, and elected officers, all who confirmed their appreciation for the seniors.
One such lawmaker, was Home Minority Chief, Congressman Hakeem Jeffries who applauded the neighborhood council, the NYPD, and their management, earlier than acknowledging his colleagues, Senator Roxanne Persaud, of the 19th Senate District and Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, District 46.
Jeffries who spoke of his hectic congressional travels nationally and internationally, noting the onerous work that should be performed to make it possible for, “we do what is critical to proceed to place folks over politics,” added that the federal government will decrease value, construct a wholesome economic system, and rise up for older People and “our superb seniors.”
“All of us stand in your shoulders. I used to be in Washington DC representing all of you just a few days in the past for the State of the Union. President Biden did his factor and we’re all going to need to work onerous to make it possible for we are able to proceed to maneuver this nation in the best course, and never permit the forces of extremism to show again the clock.”
“We’ve got to verify we proceed to defend our democracy, shield our proper to vote, rise up for our elementary freedoms, and most significantly make it possible for nobody touches your Social Safety and medicate,” stated Jeffries, who reiterated his mantra – “folks over politics,” earlier than thanking everybody for attending the occasion.
Senator Persaud thanked the Neighborhood Affairs officers for being the lead, and for working with the Council. “Collectively we are able to obtain extra that’s what neighborhood is all about. Because of all of you for popping out to assist, noting regardless of a postponement, the older people braved the wet climate, the politician known as showers of blessings. “You might be blessed abundantly, it’s nice to see all of you,” she added.
“It’s all the time a pleasure to be amongst household,” stated Councilmember Mercedes Narcisse, noting that the occasion was stunning as traditional, and credit the 69th Precinct Council, Clergy, and auxiliary for internet hosting the occasion.
“We want love greater than ever in our lives proper now, we’re going by way of a difficult time, and each time I’ve an opportunity to rejoice, I wish to be current, we have to be collectively,” she stated.
Dorothy Lee, in flip, prolonged greetings on behalf of Assemblymember Jamie Williams, whereas Gardy Brazela, chairperson of Neighborhood Board #18, known as for extra occasions just like the Valentine’s Appreciation dinner to have interaction the neighborhood.
On behalf of the Council, Precinct, Neighborhood Affairs unit, we lengthen our warmest greetings and utmost respect to everybody, stated PO Nicole Rostant.
“This occasion is devoted to honoring and celebrating the invaluable contributions that you simply the older adults have made to our neighborhood. Your knowledge, expertise, and unwavering assist performs a task within the shaping of our neighborhood. For us it was essential to not solely acknowledge however to indicate our appreciation to you for all that you’ve got performed. With out your steerage and dedication, we might not have been capable of obtain a lot of our objectives nor study as a lot as we’ve got out of your plentiful information and experiences.”
“As cops we maintain the utmost respect for each considered one of you. Your presence in our neighborhood serves as an inspiration to us all and we’re tremendously grateful for all of the constructive influence you might have made,” stated the PO.
“We want to specific our timeless assist, and our appreciation for all the pieces you do. We’d additionally like to precise our heartfelt gratitude to all those that contributed and volunteered their time and providers.
Thanks all on your onerous work and unwavering assist in making this occasion a hit, she stated whereas acknowledging the 69 Precinct Neighborhood Council, and donors, Tastee Bakery, Tasty Scrumptious, Richard’s Restaurant, Delish, Tropical Style and Good Associates Restaurant, the Youth Explorers, and Detective Brown for singing the Nationwide Anthem, and serenading the senior, with Etta James’ hit – “At Final.”
Commanding Officer Captain Dion Hinds greeted the neighborhood, elected officers, and the clergy with enthusiasm, and acknowledged that regardless of the climate circumstances weren’t the best, everybody seemed shiny and vibrant.
“Welcome everybody to the second annual older adults Valentine’s Day dinner. That is my first time on the occasion,” he stated, after which, he was seen on the dance flooring with Senator Persaud.
The occasion that was blessed by Rev. Edward Kane, emceed by Police Officer Samuel Maria, and entertained by DJ Chinee Golden Contact.
Others in attendance had been, Neighborhood Leaders Melba Brown, and Sue Ann Partnow, Auxiliary & Clergy, Religion E. Williams, PO Solomon, PO Meo, and Lt. Charles, amongst others.
