REMARKS
Adrienne E. Adams reflects on Paul Vallone
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Council Member Adrienne E. Adams shares heartfelt memories and text messages from her late colleague, Paul, illustrating their deep personal and professional bond.
- Adams reminisces about Paul's support during her re-election, during holidays, and his encouragement for her leadership.
- She describes Paul as a mentor and a 'giant of the city council', underscoring his significant influence on her and the council.
- Adams emphasizes the special bond shared with Paul and the Vallone family, highlighting their mutual respect and admiration.
- The testimony closes with Adams's commitment to honoring Paul's legacy by voting in support of a motion connected to his memory, thanking colleagues for their efforts in commemorating Paul.
Adrienne E. Adams
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You know, I wasn't going to go off script, but this is a moment in time that I don't think we're gonna have again to commemorate this giant of the city council.
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Anoree, he inspired me, and I'm looking at all of the text messages.
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That Paul has sent to me over the past.
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I mean, I can go back and back and back.
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And some of the most recent ones from the day that I was reelected for this, my final term in office on 7th November.
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And he says so very proud boss, sending congratulations, and love your way always.
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And then on Same month, Thanksgiving Day 23rd.
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Happiest of thanksgivings to you and your family.
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On this day of giving things, we all give things for you and your courage, your spirit, faith and love of your family and your leadership, love from the Malone family.
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And then on December 28th, good morning, boss.
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I'm sure you're enjoying this precious week of family time.
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That was Christmas week.
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I would love to be a part of your section to support your reelection as speaker.
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And then one of the last texts was the last time that he stood here on January 3rd, and we spoke about the picture of he and I.
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He sent that picture to me.
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So very proud to be there with you today and everyday boss.
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That's who Paul was to me.
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I wasn't his boss.
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He was mine because I learned so much from him.
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As a steward of this council.
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And my supercolleague the speaker 1, who I consider another father figure for me, who tells me whenever I check on him, Baby just sings something for me anything.
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The loans are very special.
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We are so honored.
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And I am so honored to close this vote today by voting eye on all, particularly with a jubilant yet heavy heart that our beloved Paul will stand forever through the work that he did and the precious animals that he loved.
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Thank you, council member Shulman, for your dedication and your push.
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To make sure that this got done the right way.
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Thank you, colleagues.