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By: Judy L. RandallStaten Island Livesilive.comSTATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- On the eve of Sept. 11, Rep. Michael Grimm Monday called for a future Staten Island ferry to be named after former Mayor Rudy Giuliani. Giuliani was dubbed "America's Mayor" after the terrorist attack that decimated the World Trade Center in 2001."For the tens of thousands of residents and tourists who ride the ferry each day between Staten Island and Lower Manhattan, the...
In 2010, I was honored and humbled when the people of Staten Island and Brooklyn chose me to represent them in Congress.
Throughout my first-term, I have remained dedicated to serving the people of Staten Island and Brooklyn. Whether it's toll relief, job creation, or preserving Medicare for our seniors, I have had the privilege of fighting for the issues that matter most to you.
This year I am seeking re-election in order to build on my record...
STATEN ISLAND, NY – Today, Congressman Michael Grimm (R,C-NY) was joined by members of Plumbers Union Local No.1 to formally accept the endorsement for his re-election in New York’s Eleventh Congressional District. “The members of Plumbers Union Local No.1 epitomize the hard-working men and women who helped build New York City from the ground up. With their daily dedication and labor, they’re the folks who make our communities run. I couldn...
STATEN ISLAND, NY – Today, Rep. Michael G. Grimm (R,C-Brooklyn/S.I.) announced that the berm restoration project at Wolfe’s Pond Park has been approved for funding by FEMA, and federal dollars are being transferred to the State of New York for dispersal to the City Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR). DPR is slated to receive $471,046 from FEMA.“Before the devastation wrought by Hurricane Irene, Wolfe’s Pond Park stood out among our borough...
The following appeared in today’s Staten Island Advance:STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Several of the borough's elected officials on Monday railed against what's being investigated as a possible anti-Muslim hate crime -- someone scattered pieces of bacon on the New Dorp Beach field where worshipers gathered to celebrate the last day of Ramadan.Here are their remarks:Rep. Michael Grimm (R-Staten Island): "This type of hate crime against Staten Island's...
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International Brotherhood of Boilermakers, Iron Shipbuilders, Blacksmiths, Forgers and Helpers -
International Organization of Masters, Mates & Pilots -
International Union of Operating Engineers -
International Union of Painters and Allied Trades -
Laborers International Union of North America -
Marine Engineers Beneficial Association -
Move America Forward Freedom PAC -
National Association of Letter Carriers -
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National Postal Mail Handlers Union -
National Right to Life -
National Rural Letter Carriers Association -
National Vietnam & Gulf War Veterans Coalition -
New York City Building and Construction Trades Council -
New York State Fraternal Order of Police -
Recreational Fishing Alliance -
Seafarers International Union of North America - Brotherhood of the Sea -
Sheet Metal Workers International Association -
Staten Island Borough President James Molinaro -
Triborough Bridge & Tunnel Superior Officers Benevolent Association -
Uniformed Fire Officers Association -
Uniformed Firefighters Association -
United Association Union of Plumbers, Fitters, Welders and HVAC Service Techs -
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United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers
