Assemblyman Colton Honors Local Veterans
Dec 5, 2012
http://www.bensonhurstbean.com/2012/12/assemblyman-william-colton-and-updc-president-mark-treyger-honor-local-veterans/
Assemblyman Colton Announces the Creation of the Veterans’ Employment Portal
Nov 14, 2012
Assemblyman Colton is announcing the creation of the Veterans’ Employment Portal on the NYS Division of Veterans’ Affairs website. The portal is meant to serve as a resource to veterans in obtaining and maintaining employment in both the public and...
Frequently Asked Questions – Hurricane Sandy
Nov 1, 2012
For a medical emergency, please call 911.
Q. A resident is running out of food and water; what can he or she do?A. For food and water, please call 311 or 211, or seek a member of the Police or Fire Department, or a member of the National Guard,...
Assemblyman Colton Offering Free Flu Shots September 20th
Aug 29, 2012
Assemblyman William Colton (D-47 AD) has made arrangements with Coney Island Hospital (CIH)) to have free flu shots administered on Thursday, September 20 from 11 AM to 1 PM.
CIH Medical personnel will administer the flu shots in their Mobile Van...
Colton Secures Wi-fi Access for Community Parks
Aug 14, 2012
http://www.sheepsheadbites.com/2012/08/parks-dept-eyeing-coney-island-manhattan-beach-marine-park-for-free-wifi/
Colton Rallies Neighborhood Against Garbage Station Plans
Aug 10, 2012
http://www.bensonhurstbean.com/2012/08/local-leaders-to-sanitation-department-we-dont-trust-you/
Assemblyman William Colton Celebrates B64 Restoration as a Community Victory
Jul 19, 2012
Brooklyn, NY – Brooklyn Assemblyman William Colton (D WFP 47 AD), celebrating the successful campaign of thousands of signatures, dozens of letters from community groups and a partnership formed with community people, and community organizations, including...
Colton Leads Rally to Restore B64 Service Cut
Jun 12, 2012
The fight to restore vital bus service in Southwest Brooklyn has gained significant momentum as the Transport Workers Union Local 100 has signed on to support Assemblyman William Colton’s effort to return B64 bus service to Southwest Brooklyn residents....
Colton to File Suit Against Southwest Brooklyn Waste Transfer Station Decision
May 29, 2012
http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/brooklyn/pol_to_sue_city_on_trash_site_xXbAANP3ZXlql98YxUAkbN
As Memorial Day Approaches, Assemblyman Colton Remembers and Honors Our Fallen Military
May 19, 2012
On May 28, Memorial Day, we are given a chance to honor our nation’s fallen heroes and reflect on their bravery in making the ultimate sacrifice to safeguard our precious freedom. This year, as we remember those have died in America’s wars throughout...
Assemblyman Colton’s “Clean Sweep” Campaign Continues With Local Youth Groups During Earth Day Weekend
Apr 18, 2012
Assemblyman Colton (D-47th A.D.) is planning another community clean-up with his up-and-coming luminary Priscilla Consolo. The most recent scheduled community clean-up will be just in time for the annual celebration of EARTH DAY!
This will be the...
Assemblyman Colton Votes to Expand Protections for Domestic Abuse Victims
Mar 9, 2012
Assemblyman William Colton (D-47 A.D.) announced that he helped pass several measures to provide more assistance and increase protections for victims of domestic violence. Additionally, the Assembly passed a resolution urging the New York State congressional...
Assemblyman Colton Votes to Cut Taxes for Middle Class Families: First Cut in 54 Years!
Mar 5, 2012
“As an elected official who represents thousands of middle class families in New York and who fully understands their daily struggles, I am proud to have voted for legislation that will lower their tax burden. Cutting taxes for middle-income earners...
Assemblyman Colton Introduces Bill to End Muni-Meter Shell Game
Mar 4, 2012
Who: Brooklyn Assemblyman William Colton (D-Bensonhurst/Gravesend)
What: Assemblyman Colton has introduced legislation (A9065) that would allow New Yorkers to use the same muni meter receipt to park in more than one location. This bill seeks to end...
Assemblyman Colton Supports NYPD Commissioner Kelly's Commitment to Tolerance and Continued Leadership
Mar 4, 2012
“The way NYC Police Commissioner Ray Kelly handled this recent firestorm about the controversial video shown to police officers confirms why I believe he should stay on and finish his tenure as police chief.
His recognition of the issue and his...