PUBLIC TESTIMONY
Testimony by Michael Piccirillo, Representative from New York City District Council of Carpenters
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Michael Piccirillo, representing the New York City District Council of Carpenters, expresses full support for the construction of the Memorial Sloan Kettering Pavilion. He emphasizes the project's importance for healthcare and its positive impact on union workers and the local economy.
- Highlights the use of 100% union workers, ensuring high standards of craftsmanship and safety
- Emphasizes the creation of good, family-sustaining jobs for New York City workers
- Urges full support for the project, citing benefits to healthcare, workforce, and economy
Michael Piccirillo
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My name is Michael Pittarillo.
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I'm a proud resident in New York City.
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As well as the Henry Status Manager of the New York City District Council of Carpenters.
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I'm here today to express my full support for the construction of the memorial Sloan Catering Pavilion, a project that holds tremendous value for both our city and its working community.
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As a New York array, recognizing credible importance of memorial Sloan Kettering's work in providing providing life saving care and cutting edge cancer treatments to individuals from across our city, state, and beyond.
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In expanding their facilities through construction of this new pavilion will allow them to continue their vital mission, bringing hope and healing to countless families.
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But beyond the crucial healthcare services, this project will help enhance I am particularly proud to support the Belay construction because it will be built with 100% union workers from the building trades.
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This commitment ensures not only the high standards of craftsmanship and safety will be met, but also that a good family sustaining good family sustaining jobs will be created for the hardworking men and women of New York City.
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Union workers, like the members of the New York City district council of governors, have long standing tradition of excellence in construction.
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Were trained, experienced, and dedicated to ensuring the pro that projects like the memorial Sloan Catering Pavilion are built with 1st class craftsmanship.
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In addition by employing union labor, the project will contend will contribute to the economic vitality of our city, putting wages back into the local economy and supporting middle class families.
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This project represents an investment in New York's future, not only in terms of healthcare, infrastructure, but also in terms of supporting local workers and as families.
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Memorial Sloan Kettering has chosen to partner with with union labor labors because they know it's an investment in quality, safety, as well as and the well-being of our community.
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I urge you to give this project your full support by doing so.
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You're not only helping to improve health care for New Yorkers, but also strengthening the city's workforce and economy.
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Thank you, Councilwoman.