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created good-paying union jobs, employed a strong and diverse workforce, generated muchneeded revenue for local schools, supported local nonprofit organizations, and generated economic activity which continues to support local small businesses. Members of the Chamber said that granting RWNYC one of the three remaining casino licenses would allow them to double their workforce by adding over 1,000 union jobs and doing even more to support the local community. “It was wonderful to have Queens come to Albany to share our great diversity and talents with everyone in New York State,” Assemblywoman Catherine Nolan said. “I enjoyed tasting all the food from our district, particularly the threegeneration female-owned restaurant, Ricas Pupusas & Mas, as well as meeting small business owners from across Queens. I am very appreciative that I was honored with my Queens colleagues.” Nolan, whose district represent s t he Su n nyside, Ridgewood, Astoria, Long Island City, and Maspeth neighborhoods in Queens, announced earlier this year that she plans to retire after her current term expires this year. She has been a state representative for the district since 1985. “Queens Day in Albany 2022 was a complete success,” said Assemblywoman Alicia Hyndman said. “I was so glad to welcome the best county in the state to our capital once again to showcase our small businesses, culture, food, and customs.” Hyndman was elected to the State House in 2015 and serves as a representative of the 29th district, which encompasses the Laurelton, Rosedale, St. Albans, Hollis, Springf ield Gardens, and Jamaica communities. “If you want to experience the cultural diversity of our borough, look no further than the small businesses and restaurants that enrich our neigh-
New York State Senator Joseph P. Addabbo, Jr. meets with members of the Queens Chamber of Commerce during Albany Day in Queens. (Photos: Dominick Totino)
Members of the Queens Chamber of Commerce celebrate Queens Day in Albany. borhoods. I was privileged to sponsor the Senate resolution celebrating Queens Day in New York State. We appreciate the efforts of the Queens Chamber of Commerce as they assist small businesses,” State Senator Toby Ann Stavisky said. Stavisky became the f irst woman from Queens to be elected to the Senate in 1999 and currently serves as Chairperson of the State Senate Committee on Higher Education.
Outgoing NYS Assemblywoman Cathy Nolan celebrates her retirement with Queens legislators and members of the Chamber of Commerce.
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