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AGENCY TESTIMONY
Celebrating the Department of Correction's 130th anniversary and historical achievements
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Commissioner Maginley-Liddie concludes her testimony by highlighting the Department of Correction's 130th anniversary and the historical achievements of its staff. She emphasizes the dedication and bravery of department members in serving the city and responding to various crises.
- The department is celebrating its 130th anniversary this year
- DOC members have supported critical public safety efforts beyond the jails, including 9/11 rescue and recovery efforts and relief work after Hurricane Katrina
- The commissioner expresses gratitude for the heroism displayed by department staff and their commitment to public service
Lynelle Maginley-Liddie
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As we look to the year ahead, we also reflect on a history of individual and collective achievements and innovation.
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This year marks the department's one hundred and thirtieth year anniversary.
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For one hundred and thirty years, the bold men and women of this agency have served this agents have served this city with bravery and resilience.
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They have dedicated their careers to changing lives by caring for the people in our custody and keeping them safe.
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Their commitment to this city extends beyond the jails.
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DOC members of service support critical public safety efforts throughout all five boroughs and beyond and were among the first responders who supported the rescue and recovery efforts following the nine eleven attacks.
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DOC members of service were also deployed to support relief in New Orleans after the devastation of hurricane Katrina and gave back to the communities during the COVID nineteen pandemic, donating thousands of pounds of food to nonprofits serving the most vulnerable New Yorkers.
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This is not an exhaustive list.
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Members of the Boldest family have given so much to their communities and to this city, and they deserve to be celebrated.
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I have said it before and I will say it again, heroes work at the New York City Department of Correction.
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I am grateful for the heroism they display every single day, seen and unseen, whether it be during their tours or when called to support in times of great need, and I celebrate the difficult work they do.
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As public servants, my team and I will continue to bring the same unwavering energy and commitment to our work, building on the progress we've made to ensure it's sustainable, and that this agency is safer and fairer for decades to come.
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Thank you for the opportunity to testify today.
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My colleagues and I are available to answer your questions.