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Testimony by Tashi Dolma, Tibetan Community Member from Queens, New York

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Tashi Dolma, a Tibetan community member from Queens, New York, testified in support of Intro 100, which would make Losar (Tibetan New Year) a holiday for alternate side parking. She emphasized the importance of this bill for the Tibetan community in New York City.

Dolma represents the Tibetan community of about 60,000 people living in New York City
The bill would allow the community to celebrate Losar without parking restrictions, supporting local businesses and cultural traditions
She argued that recognizing Losar as a parking holiday would honor the city's diversity and strengthen the local economy

Tashi Dolma

5:00:35

Hi.

5:00:36

My name is Ashi Dahma, and then I am a Tibetan member of Queens, New York.

5:00:45

I live in Woodhaven, Jamaica, and I'm also a member of the civilian people's movement of the middleway approach in New York and New Jersey, representing 60,000 Tibetans living in New York City.

5:00:57

I'm here to testify in support of introduction 100 from council member, Julie Wong, to make Losar or to the Leury Leury New Year, a holiday for Altoona's side parking.

5:01:12

This bill is important to me because the bill is crucial for our community as it enables us to celebrate this important cultural event without the hassle of parking regulations.

5:01:24

By alleviating these restrictions, we can create a welcoming atmosphere where families and friends come together, support local businesses, and immersing themselves in the vibrant traditions of Losar.

5:01:37

Recognizing this holiday not only honors our city's diversity, but also strengthens the local economy by encouraging community involvement and connection.

5:01:48

I ask that you please vote in favor for intro 100 to make LOSAAR an AST holiday.

5:01:55

Thank you so much.

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