REMARKS
Council Member Lynn Schulman opens Committee on Health meeting on honoring former Council Member Paul Vallone
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Council Member Lynn Schulman opens the Committee on Health meeting, highlighting former Council Member Paul Vallone's contributions to animal welfare.
- Schulman acknowledges the presence of the Malone family, council members, and public advocates at the meeting.
- She commemorates Vallone's instrumental role in improving animal welfare in NYC, notably through the passage of local law 123 of 2018.
- The establishment of full-service animal shelters in all boroughs by 2024 and the naming of the Queens Animal Care Center after Vallone are celebrated as major achievements.
- Schulman shares a personal connection with the Vallone family, emphasizing their long-standing influence on her political career in Queens.
- The meeting agenda includes statements from council members and testimony from the Vallone family.
Lynn C. Schulman
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I am counsel member Lynn Shulman, Chair of the New York City Council's Committee on Health.
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Before I start, I want to acknowledge the Malone family who is here today.
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I am joined by council members, Menin, Zhuang, noisees, powers I'm sorry.
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Ariola, Merrado, Feliz, and Jaeger, and we're also joined by a public advocate that Oh, and we also have James Genaro on Zoom.
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It is with deep sadness that we acknowledge the recent passing of former New York City Council member Paul Valone, a dedicated public servant, and passionate advocate for animals.
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Mister Valone's commitment to improving the welfare of animals in New York City was exemplified by his instrumental role in passing significant legislation during his tenure.
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1 of his most impact full achievements was the successful passage of local law 123 of 2018, which mandated the establishment of full service animal shelters in all five boroughs by July 2024.
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This landmark legislation has not only enhanced the city's capacity, to provide comprehensive care for animals, but has also significantly improved the overall animal welfare landscape.
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In honor of covalon's unwavering dedication to the well-being of animals, we will be officially designating the new fifty thousand square foot animals Care Center Facility in Queens, as the Paul Avollone Queens Animal Care Center.
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This gesture not only serves as a fitting tribute to a man who tirelessly championed the cause of our 4 legged friends, but also as a lasting reminder of his enduring legacy and creating a more passionate and humane city for everyone.
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As we mourn the loss of a true advocate, let us also celebrate the positive impact provalone had on the lives of countless animals and the communities he served.
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The Queen's Animal Care Center bearing his name will stand as a testament to his commitment to creating a more compassionate and animal friendly New York City.
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I wanna thank the Malone fan family for being here today and for their support, strength, and dedication to improving the lives of all New Yorkers.
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I wanna go off script for a second and say that I've known the Valone family for a very long time.
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I am a Queen's, member of the city council, and wall alone has been very instrumental in my tenure in Queen's politics, which is a very long time.
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So I wanna thank all of you for that.
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I would now what we're gonna do now is gonna gonna have some of the members speak, and then we're gonna have testimony from the family.
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I would now like to invite the public advocate, Jermaine Williams, to make a statement.
