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SPRING 2021
Information from
Catherine Nolan
Helping Our Community
Dear Neighbor, Quiero Extenderle
I am happy to share my latest newsletter with you; please find la Mano a Usted, mi
updates from Albany about legislation, the state budget, and
community outreach. If you have any questions or concerns, do
Elector
not hesitate to call my office or send me an email at nolanc@ Para solicitar ayuda, tratar alguna
nyassembly.gov. Thank you to the many who have sent good pregunta o inquietud, comuníquese
wishes. I am so honored to begin 2021 as your Assemblywoman; con nuestra oficina al 718-784-3194
I pledge to use all my experience in your service. o por correo electrónico a nolanc@
Sincerely, nyassembly.gov. Para obtener
actualizaciones sobre el COVID /
información sobre vacunas, visite
el sitio Web: https://www1.nyc.gov/
Catherine Nolan site/ doh/covid/covid-19-vaccines-sp.
Member of Assembly page o llame al 877-VAX-4NYC.
Pictured above,
neighborhood activists
Gerry and Peggy
Perrin. Left, additional
photos taken at SCS
before COVID-19.
I’m looking
forward to a
return to visiting
with all my
constituents
again. Working
with local seniors
has always been
a priority for
me; I have been
able to allocate
funding to many
worthwhile
groups that serve
I admire the amazing work of the Floating Hospital, which seniors in our
has been a leader in vaccinations in our district. The trust district, including
and credibility that Cynthia Davis, Director of Community Sunnyside
Outreach, and Dr. Shani Andre, Chief Medical Officer, have Community
established in Long Island City has been key to the success Services.
of their program. I am so grateful that I could allocate funding
to them in the state budget.
DISTRICT OFFICE: 47-40 21st Street, Room 810, Long Island City, NY 11101
PHONE: 718-784-3194 • EMAIL: nolanc@nyassembly.gov
2021 - 2022 BUDGET SNAPSHOT
Education
During a budget season of unprecedented challenges, the
Assembly Majority and I fought for a state budget that
includes a historic investment in our children’s futures.
After many years of advocating for NY to achieve the
promise of the Campaign for Fiscal Equity, I am so
thrilled to see a plan for the full funding of Foundation
Aid over the next 3 years, 60% of which will be
distributed in the upcoming school year. Here we are in 2014 with the Alliance for Quality Education, joined
Additionally, the ‘21-22 budget invests $29 billion by Council Member Danny Dromm, and advocates in the education
community, at one of many CFE rallies that were organized over
in total education aid, an increase of $3 billion, to the years during the fight for fair funding.
restore programs, support staff, and provide more
mental health support, and $924 million, an increase
of $105 million, for Pre-K programs. I continue to
work with the NYC Dept. of Education and the School a total maximum of $5,665, rejecting tuition increases
Construction Authority in supporting the construction at SUNY and CUNY schools, and increasing funding
of more schools and school seats in our district. I am for college opportunity programs by 20%.
proud to note that the NYS State Education Department Small Business Support
continues to send millions of dollars to NYC public The state budget includes $800 million for small business
schools, allocated by the legislature in the budget. grants; $40 million for the Arts Recovery Grant program,
New York is also continuing to fight to make higher and $100 million for a musical and theatrical production
education more accessible, increasing TAP by $500 for credit. It provides for $35 million in tax credits for our
communities’ restaurants, and an additional $25 million
“ Thanks to the longtime leadership and advocacy of for the NY Restaurant Resiliency Grant Program; as well
as $35.78 million for agricultural aid.
Assemblymember Cathy Nolan, New York students are
receiving a historic investment in state aid to schools. The Environment
enacted state budget includes a three-year commitment to The budget invests $1.84 billion in funding for the
fully fund the Foundation Aid formula, raising education environment, including $500 million to support New
funding by over $4 billion. Assemblymember Nolan has York State’s clean water infrastructure, and $300 million
been a consistent and fierce advocate for the children in for the New York State Environmental Protection Fund.
Queens and all over New York State. This investment in
The EPF funding provides for municipal parks ($19.5
education will mean smaller class sizes, more access to million); farmland protection ($18 million); Zoos,
art, music, sports, and academic support. Thank you Cathy Botanical Gardens, and Aquariums ($16 million); and
for being a champion of education.” $15.3 million to support municipal recycling.
– Jasmine Gripper, Executive Director, AQE NY
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Small Business Services If you lost income during 2020, you are advised
The Paycheck Protection Program application to file your 2020 tax return as soon as possible
– your eligibility for federal stimulus checks is
period has been extended to May 31, 2021.
based on the income reported on your most
For guidance in applying for PPP, visit nyc.gov/ recent filing. Additionally, if you are looking to
ppp or call (888) SBS-4NYC. claim a Recovery Rebate Credit, you will be
required to file a 2020 return, even if you
Tax Assistance do not normally file.
The IRS has extended the 2020 income tax
filing deadline from April 15 to May 17, 2021. Health Insurance Coverage
Quarterly/Estimated tax returns are still due Open enrollment for health insurance has been
on April 15. Free tax preparation assistance is extended through December 31, 2021. Apply for
available in the district for those who qualify; to coverage online at nystateofhealth.ny.gov, or by
find out more contact NYC 311 and ask for tax phone at 1-855-355-5777. Enrollment assistors
preparation assistance, or visit nyc.gov/taxprep. are available to help you apply.
AROUND THE DISTRICT
My staff was happy to get the chance to have a (socially
distanced, outdoor) meeting, pictured here is Community
My husband Gerry Marsicano is usually camera shy, but now that Liaison Phillip Barsamian with Ian Magerkurth, community
he is retired, he has been accompanying me all over our district; I leader and the Alzheimer’s Association’s Director of Government
am so grateful for my family’s support throughout my time serving Affairs for NYS, to discuss supporting our seniors during the
our community. Here we are at Ravenswood with longtime staff pandemic, volunteerism in our communities, and Ian’s go-to
member and community leader Eddie Cadiz. advice during tough times: start by being a good neighbor.
Mobile MetroCard Bus
in Sunnyside
During the pandemic, many MetroCard mobile
sales program schedules were changed. While the
MetroCard van is continuing to serve Sunnyside
at the same location, near my former district
office at 41st Street
and Queens Blvd., if
you are planning a
visit, please feel free
to call my office to
confirm the van’s
Eddie Cadiz presenting awards to Ravenswood Resident Association schedule.
volunteers for one year of delivering meals to seniors.
COVID-19 Update
While it is no longer required by the state, quarantining
following domestic travel is still advised for others’ safety.
The mandatory quarantine remains in effect for international
travelers returning to New York. All travelers must continue
to complete a New York State Health Form upon arrival in
New York.
The COVID-19 vaccine is now available to all New Yorkers
aged 16 years and up. To find nearby vaccination sites,
and check availability, visit the NYC Vaccine Finder at
vaccinefinder.nyc.gov or call 877-VAX-4NYC. The vaccine
is free to all New Yorkers.
Please keep in mind that the vaccines do not reach their
full efficacy until up to two weeks after the final dose, and
that the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines require two doses to
be effective. You are still vulnerable to infection shortly
after receiving the vaccine and may still spread the virus to Pictured with her neighbor is Diane Ballek, Special Assistant
to my office and President of the 108th Precinct Community
others. Continue to practice good hand hygiene, wear your Council. Throughout the pandemic, Diane has worked
face-covering, and practice social distancing after receiving tirelessly to assist constituents with various issues. Even when
your vaccine. working remotely, this Long Island City native and current
Maspeth resident is all over the district assisting seniors with
My dedicated staff has continued to deliver PPE throughout anything from filling out paperwork to lending a kind ear during
the district as it has become available, including dozens of troubling times. When she’s not doing that, she’s assisting her
gallons of hand sanitizer and tens of thousands of masks. grandson with his remote learning. Diane is one in a million
and we are lucky to know her!
FOOD HUBS
To-go meals and food pantries remain available in and around the district. To find the latest
information regarding food pantries, to-go sites and more, visit the GetFood NYC website,
call 311, or text. To-go meal sites as of April 1st include:
P.S. 111 – Jacob Blackwell P.S. 150
37-15 13th Street 40-01 43rd Avenue
Academy for Careers in Television Grover Cleveland High School
and Film 21-27 Himrod Street
1-50 51st Avenue
I.S. 93 – Ridgewood
Middle College High School 66-56 Forest Avenue
45-35 Van Dam Street
Queens Vocational and Technical
High School
37-02 47th Avenue
To-go meals are available from 3:00 to 5:00 pm each weekday
and are free to all New Yorkers.
New York State Assembly, Albany, New York 12248 PRSRT STD.
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Assemblywoman
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Albany, New York
Catherine
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Nolan
Helping Our
Community
Happy 125th Anniversary to
QUEENS Queens Public Library!
PUBLIC Queens Public Library’s remote services include pick-up and return service, free
remote printing, and a wide variety of online resources including everything from
LIBRARY e-book loans to career coaching. I have been successful in securing funds for
adult literacy programs and many other library priorities; I continue to advocate
and work with community groups for a Court Square library, we’re not giving up!
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14-01 Astoria Blvd. 47-40 Center Blvd. 37-44 21 St. 20-12 Madison St. 43-06 Greenpoint Ave.
(718) 278-2220 (718) 990-4150 (718) 752-3700 (718) 821-4770 (718) 784-3033
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