Press Releases

Assemblyman Charles Fall Discusses Public Safety and Community Development with Mayor Adams During Joint Budget Hearing

Albany, NY – This week, Assemblyman Charles D. Fall addressed Mayor Eric Adams at the Joint Budget Hearing in Albany, focusing on key public safety and community development concerns in Lower Manhattan. Assemblyman Fall highlighted the need for more...

Assemblyman Fall Thanks Mayor Adams for Progress, Seeks Urgent Solutions for Staten Island Development Projects

Albany, NY – During this week’s Joint Budget Hearing in Albany, Assemblyman Charles D. Fall spoke directly with Mayor Eric Adams to address key community priorities for the North Shore of Staten Island, recognizing recent improvements while advocating...

Assemblyman Fall and Local Business Team Up to Donate Fitness Equipment to FDNY

Staten Island, NY – Assemblyman Charles D. Fall (D-Staten Island, Lower Manhattan, Brooklyn) in collaboration with Steve Tanen, owner of Transformation Fitness Studio, proudly announced the donation of state-of-the-art fitness equipment to FDNY Engine...

Assemblyman Charles Fall and SIEDC Launch MLK Week of Service Food Drive

In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy of service, Assemblyman Charles D. Fall has partnered with the Staten Island Economic Development Corporation (SIEDC) to host a week-long food drive from January 16 to January 24. The initiative aims to...

Statement from Assemblyman Charles Fall on Governor Hochul’s Decision to Pause Congestion Pricing Implementation

“I have had concerns about the rollout of the MTA’s congestion pricing plan, as it clearly imposed an additional financial burden on our residents. Many in the community felt their voices were not adequately heard, and the economic impact on everyday...

Assemblyman Charles Fall Issues Statement Condemning Offensive Remarks by CUNY Officer and Calls for Full Investigation

"I am deeply disturbed and outraged by the incident involving a CUNY public safety officer at the College of Staten Island’s graduation ceremony. The officer's reprehensible comments, which included expressing support for genocide and the killing of...

Statement from Assemblyman Charles D. Fall on the Commencement of the Holy Month of Ramadan

“As the holy month of Ramadan commences, I extend my warmest greetings to the entire Muslim community within New York. This period offers us all a unique moment for introspection, to cultivate patience, extend forgiveness, manifest compassion towards...

NYPD shows no sign of reversing Staten Island police radio encryption, but state legislation could change that

Mayor Adams, DDC, NYC Parks Break Ground on $92 Million Mary Cali Dalton Recreation Center on Staten Island

NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric Adams, New York City Department of Design and Construction (DDC) Commissioner Thomas Foley, and New York City Department of Parks and Recreation (NYC Parks) Commissioner Sue Donoghue today broke ground on the new...

Statement From Assemblyman Charles D. Fall on Governor Kathy Hochul’s State of the State Address

"I am profoundly encouraged by Governor Hochul's proposals presented in her State of the State Address. The Governor's focus on making New York safer through initiatives like cracking down on retail theft, aggressively combating hate crimes, empowering...

Mayor Eric Adams Announces NYC Receives $7.5 Million in Federal Funding to Electrify Governors Island Ferry

New York – New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced that New York City has been awarded more than $10 million in U.S. Federal Transit Administration funding to support ferry operations serving Governors Island and Staten Island. One $7.5 million...

Governor Hochul Announces Installation of 6,500 Energy Efficient Led Lights at One World Trade Center

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the New York Power Authority and the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey completed the installation of energy-efficient LED lights throughout One World Trade Center, the tallest building in the United States....

In Pursuit of Peace: Steps Forward in the Israel-Palestine Conflict

"The recent events in Israel have deeply shaken us all. The innocent lives lost is a heartbreaking reminder of the toll that hatred and violence take on our communities and the world at large. No cause justifies targeting innocent civilians; it only exacerbates...

Assemblymen Fall & Reilly Announce Grant Funding for SIUH Pop-Up Pantry Program to Address Island-Wide Food Insecurity

Staten Island, NY – Assemblymen Charles D. Fall (D-North Shore) and Mike Reilly (R-South Shore) announced today that they’ve secured a state discretionary grant to address the food insecurity crisis on Staten Island through a pop-up pantry program...

Assemblyman Charles D. Fall Teams Up with NYPD and Staten Island District Attorney to Remove Over a Dozen Firearms from Staten Island Streets

"In a proactive response to the recent surge in gun violence on Staten Island, Assemblyman Fall collaborated with the New York City Police Department (NYPD) and Staten Island District Attorney Michael McMahon in a significant gun buyback event. This joint...

Assemblyman Charles D. Fall Statement on the Tragic Loss of Syles Ular and Destiny Vega

I am deeply shaken and heartbroken by the tragic loss of our young souls in Staten Island. Syles Ular, at the tender age of 13, and Destiny Vega, merely 17, embodied the hope and potential of our community's future. Their untimely departures serve as...

Assemblyman Charles D. Fall Condemns Violence in Israel

"The events over the weekend in Israel have deeply shaken us all. The innocent lives lost is a heartbreaking reminder of the toll that hatred and violence take on our communities and the world at large. No cause justifies targeting innocent civilians;...

Assemblyman Charles D. Fall Partners with 9/11 Memorial & Museum & AMC Theaters to Host Commemorative September 11 Screening for Students on Staten Island

“In honor of the 22nd anniversary of 9/11, my office is partnering with the 9/11 Memorial & Museum and AMC Theatres to host a commemorative September 11 screening at the AMC Theater on Staten Island. This screening is a 30-minute film created by the...

Assembly Assistant Majority Leader Charles D. Fall Statement on Fiscal Year 2023-24 Historic Investments for District Attorney’s Across New York City & State

Extremely happy to announce that the Assembly Majority has made historic investments in this year’s budget including $47 Million increase in Aid to Prosecution, including $7 Million to disrupt fentanyl supply chains and prosecute overdose deaths. $80...

Assembly Assistant Majority Leader Charles D. Fall Statement on the Fatal Shooting of 13-Year-Old Jamoure Harrell

“We are heartbroken as a community by the news of this tragic shooting. As we navigate through this difficult time, please keep the family, friends, classmates, teachers, and loved ones of Jamoure in your prayers. We cannot tolerate these senseless...