Sentences with phrase «opportunity for elected officials»

«Camp Philos will be an opportunity for elected officials, advocacy leaders, and philanthropists to come together to discuss policy and political ideas to reform education,» Boyle said.

Manhattan Borough President Scott Stringer said he thought Quinn gave «a very solid address» and said that State of the City speeches provide an important opportunity for elected officials to set their agendas for the coming year.

Not exact matches

The Diaper Bank supports the efforts of the National Diaper Bank Network (NDBN) by increasing awareness within our state and community; by informing elected officials; by obtaining Diaper Need Awareness Week proclamations for an annually determined week in the month of September; by hosting diaper drives; and by promoting opportunities for supporters and advocates to talk and help raise diapers, and dollars in support of diaper need.

But it is also an opportunity to have elected officials simply listen to their stories, including what it has been like to live under this cloud for the last several months.

A spokesman for Adams said Amazon's announcement had prompted «an organic meeting of the minds to discuss how to maximize this unique opportunity,» and that the Brooklyn Borough President's Office and the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce hoped to «bring together elected officials and leaders in the business community to make this push.»

When elected officials have outside employment, it can present opportunities to distort an official's judgment and for outright corruption,» said Assemblyman Dick Gottfried, a Manhattan Democrat who was first elected in 1970.

Queens Borough President Melinda Katz will speak at the press conference the Queens Jewish Community Council (QJCC) is holding tomorrow morning to give elected officials and community leaders the opportunity to show support for the State of Israel and its people as Israel continues to defend itself from the rocket attacks the terrorist group Hamas -LSB-...]

This is an opportunity to put better, stronger rules into place that don't deter good people from serving in government but do provide clear guidelines and practices for elected officials to follow and the public to observe.

But several elected officials at the event defended the opportunity for a new healthcare facility and the $ 300 million New York state is investing in it.

Schriock also called Kaplan, a town official elected in 2011, «a dedicated public servant focused on expanding economic opportunities for women and families, and protecting women's access to health care.»

What we have in Freshdirect is an opportunity to expand a diverse economy in The Bronx, to create new jobs on an underutilized industrial waterfront, and to develop the blueprint for corporate America to work hand - in - hand with elected officials, community organizations and the people of this borough to make sure those jobs go to Bronx residents.

While the reforms put forth by DiNapoli could help ameliorate corruption in the state government, said Nicole Gelinas, senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute and the other moderator at Wednesday's event, «How do you convince other elected officials to tie their own hands and in effect not give themselves these opportunities for corruption?»

«There would never be a greater opportunity for a newly - elected official, no matter what party they're in, to step up and say that this is unacceptable.

«While acknowledging the potential negatives of such a convention — e.g., the risk of amendments being approved that would weaken the home rule authority of local governments — the Executive Committee viewed the opportunity to strengthen the position of municipalities in New York's governmental structure as more important and voted to approve NYCOM's support of a «Yes» vote on the constitutional convention question facing New York voters this November, with the additional stipulation that municipal officials would need to run for and be elected as delegates to the convention if our intended outcomes are to be achieved,» the guide states

His appearance in northern Manhattan served also as an opportunity for other elected officials and community leaders to gather and welcome the head of state who represents approximately 10 million residents of the Dominican Republic, a country close to many in northern Manhattan and throughout New York.

«You have a unique opportunity as elected officials to take the high road; do the right thing for the greater good,» Teresi said, according to Elizabeth Benjamin at the Daily News.

«Unfortunately, we continue to see elected officials and police leadership twist this tragedy into an opportunity for them to silence the cries for justice from families who have lost their loved ones to police violence,» said the statement from Ferguson Action, which was signed by several other groups.

«There has been considerable interest among several communities and elected officials on possible opportunities involving the Rockaway Beach and West Shore (SI) rail corridors,» a spokesman for the MTA said.

Joined by State Senator Adriano Espaillat and Assemblymember Gabriela Rosa, and a host of elected officials, community leaders, and hundreds of residents, Councilmember Rodríguez outlined his vision for the future of northern Manhattan, which included improved education, affordable housing and increased job and small business opportunities.

Continuing our work means doing the things that the PDC has done for a long time with good success: providing opportunities for our members to spend time with like - minded people, to meet and interact with local elected officials, and work to pass Democratic legislation and elect Democratic candidates.

means doing the things that the PDC has done for a long time with good success: providing opportunities for our members to spend time with like - minded people, to meet and interact with local elected officials, and work to pass Democratic legislation and elect Democratic candidates.

In the last election, the people of Highland had the opportunity to vote on the length of term for our elected officials.

«They want an opportunity and I believe it is our moral obligation as elected officials, as people who serve New York City, to provide them with the opportunities that they are looking for.»

That means, there is still an opportunity for us to reach out to the elected officials who have been elected to represent us — and let them know how the provisions of this bill will impact each of our families.

However, the Supreme Court's Brown mandate was to ensure access to a high quality public education to all students, and those ultimately responsible for developing and supporting a foundation for such opportunities — elected officials, policymakers, and the post-Brown courts — have fallen far short of the target.

«Being at HGSE has provided me an amazing platform for my work, and the opportunity to share it with elected officials, school leaders, and community members,» said Gonzales.

A wide array of civil rights and minority groups appreciate the help they receive from the NEA, including the NAACP ($ 25,000), Congressional Black Caucus Foundation ($ 170,000), the Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund ($ 10,000), the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network ($ 7,500), the National Women's Law Center ($ 10,000), Rainbow PUSH Coalition ($ 5,000), People for the American Way ($ 128,000), National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials Education Fund ($ 12,500), National Black Caucus of State Legislators ($ 5,500), National Association for Multicultural Education ($ 5,000), National Association for Equal Opportunity in Higher Education ($ 17,500), and something called the Hip Hop Caucus Education Fund ($ 10,000).

In addition, he has met with numerous elected officials and education reformers to advocate for charter schools and has contributed to an op - ed article in the New York Post on educational opportunity for underprivileged students in NYC.

Tuesday's event will include opportunities for media to speak with school leaders, students, and families, as well as local and state elected officials, regarding the unique challenges facing Connecticut's public charter school community.

Wednesday's event will include opportunities for media to speak with school leaders, students, and families, as well as local and state elected officials, regarding the history of charter schools in Connecticut and current challenges faced by our schools.

This was a rare opportunity for parent leaders to meet one another as well as make connections with Elected Officials and community leaders in CB 3, which covers all of Bedford Stuyvesant Brooklyn.

Speaking at a recent conference of Latino elected and appointed officials, Governor Brown told attendees that their power is creating opportunities for policy change across the State.

This prevented elected officials from approving sweetheart deals with the government unions whose campaign contributions got them elected, all behind closed doors with minimal opportunities for public review.

«I think it was a very healing event because it did provide an opportunity for teachers and the elected officials and the appointed officials to all focus on instruction and learning and say regardless of the issues that sometimes cause conflict, this is what we are here to do.

«Her passion for education and desire to serve as an elected official at the second largest school district in California is a great opportunity for CCSA and the Board of Education to work together to strengthen public education for students in San Diego.»

Thursday's event will include opportunities for media to speak with school leaders, students and families, as well as local and state elected officials, regarding both the successes and unique challenges faced by Explorations and the rest of the state's charter public schools.

Prior to joining LFC, Bottger served as government affairs and communications director for the Associated Professional Educators of Louisiana (A+PEL), where she worked hand - in - hand with legislators, educators, Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) members, community leaders and various elected officials to empower teachers and provide leadership opportunities for educators across Louisiana.

Texans for Education Opportunity (TEO) is a statewide organization working with parents, community leaders and elected officials to advocate for expanding educational options in Texas.

It will be an opportunity for pet industry executives, entrepreneurs, elected officials, journalists and advocates to come together, network and discuss a myriad of issues affecting the pet industry nationwide.

However, the national political conventions that occur every four years during presidential elections offer a unique opportunity to influence individuals who have the power to improve animals» lives directly — this includes elected officials as well as other key decision makers, party officials, activists, and members of the media who are in town for the week's events.

This event was a strong signal to these elected officials that the public cares deeply about animals, and it offered the public an opportunity to ask officials questions that they might not otherwise have taken a position on (e.g., whether they supported Meatless Mondays — which they all expressed support for when put on the spot).

Every year, the Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council (PIJAC) hosts the Top2Top Conference — an opportunity for pet industry executives, entrepreneurs, elected officials, journalists and advocates to come together, network, and discuss a myriad of issues affecting the pet industry nationwide.

«Humane Lobby Day is a wonderful opportunity for citizens to speak on behalf of the animals, and a great way to develop relationships with elected officials.

Keep an eye on PIJAC's PetAlerts and Issue Updates for information on legislative threats and opportunities, and take advantage of our Engage system to quickly and easily communicate with your elected officials.

Still, proper ground rules for post-screening discussions could have limited the chances of disruption and allowed at least a taste of the real divisions in such regions as residents (and elected officials) consider a diverse set of risks and opportunities.

Industry's election - year message is one of opportunity and a call for leadership — opportunity to simultaneously add to U.S. economic and environmental progress, and leadership by elected officials on energy policies and approaches that will foster safe development going forward.

Built and maintained positive relationships between video production department team and elected, local, county and state officials, helping to provide networking opportunities for company government affairs department.

«Today, some of our elected officials squandered the opportunity to leave a legacy of standing up for New Jersey women and saving lives,» said Christine Sadovy, Legislative Director with Planned Parenthood Action Fund of New Jersey.

Recently, the Orlando Regional REALTOR ® Association organized and hosted an opportunity for fellow REALTORS ®, chamber of commerce members and elected officials to experience the benefits of commuter rail first hand.

The all - day event concludes with a Capitol Hill visit to meet with the Congressional LGBT Equality Caucus, and the opportunity for attendees to visit with their elected officials.