REMARKS
Council member addresses concerns of long-term immigrant residents
4:57:48
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Council Member Alexa Aviles acknowledges the importance of supporting long-term immigrant residents, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive approach to immigrant support in New York City.
- Recognizes concerns of long-term immigrants who feel forgotten
- Stresses the importance of supporting all New Yorkers, regardless of their length of residency
- Commits to ensuring a full continuum of support for immigrants
Alexa Aviles
4:57:48
And thank you in particular also for flagging long term immigrant residents who have been saying, don't forget about us.
4:57:58
And you're absolutely right.
4:57:59
We want to make sure we ensure a full continuum to support all New Yorkers who've been here multiple decades or in 10 minutes.
4:58:08
So thank you for the work that you do.
Keighly Rector
4:58:10
Thank you.