NY Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie, center, with Assemblyman Nader Sayegh, Councilwoman Tasha Diaz, Councilwoman Deana Robinson, Deputy Mayor Sue Gerry, Yonkers Police Commissioner Chris Sapienza, County Legislator Shanae Williams and members of the Yonkers PAL, at the Walshin Center
On August 19, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie continued his annual statewide tour with Assemblyman Nader Sayegh in Yonkers and announced $1 million for the Yonkers Police Athletic League (PAL) Facility, a non-profit organization that provides youth with recreational, educational, cultural and social programs.
“The Assembly Majority remains committed to supporting community organizations making their neighborhood a better place,” said Speaker Heastie. “I’m honored to join Assemblymember Sayegh today to meet with PAL and discuss their effort to provide our young people the support and opportunities they need to thrive.”
“Playing sports is a foundational aspect of childhood and PAL is working hard to ensure no child misses out due to their economic standing,” said Assemblyman Sayegh. “I’m incredibly proud that Speaker Heastie gets to join us today to meet with our community and discuss what PAL needs to ensure future generations of children are provided the educational, recreational and support services they need.”
Speaker Heastie and Assemblymember Sayegh met with Executive Director Marisol Mancebo to tour the PAL center in Yonkers. For years, PAL has provided a place for young people to learn, grow and dream through recreational opportunities. The Yonkers location has also served as a shelter for displaced families following natural disasters. To continue providing for the community, the center is in need of renovations to their air conditioning, ventilation and roof.
Mayor Mike Spano said, “We welcome New York State Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie to the Yonkers PAL. Thank you, Nader Sayegh, New York State Assemblyman, Yonkers for spearheading this visit and advocate for state funding. The Yonkers PAL is in need of renovations and upgrades including air conditioning, ventilation, and flood mitigation. More than 500 kids are signed up for programs here. The PAL also provides lunch and dinner. Thank you for allowing us to shine a spotlight and assess the building so we can provide better services and invest in our kids!”
Joining the Speaker and Assemblyman Sayegh were, City Councilmembers Tasha Diaz and Deana Robinson, Police Commissioner Chris Sapienza, Deputy Mayor Sue Gerry and County Legislator Shanae Williams.
