Press Conference: Senator Sanders Secures Funding For Beach 67th Street ADA Elevator In Far Rockaway

Breaking Barriers: Beach 67th Street Elevator Opens Doors to Accessibility in Far Rockaway

• When: Friday, January 19th, 2024 at 10:00 AM sharp (please arrive by 9:50 AM)
• Where: Northbound sidewalk in front of the new elevator at the Beach 67th Street subway station
• Who: Senator James Sanders, MTA Chair Janno Lieber, Council Member Selvena Brooks-Powers, Assembly Member Stacey Pheffer-Amato, Borough President Donovan Richards, Queens CB 14 Chair Delores Orr, community members Florence Ferguson (Beach 59th Street Playground) and Edwin Williams (THOR), and (potentially) Representative Gregory Meeks or staff member

Senator James Sanders, a tireless advocate for equal access and infrastructure upgrades in Far Rockaway, secured the vital funding that made this transformative project a reality. This elevator signifies a monumental step towards inclusivity, empowering residents and visitors with disabilities to seamlessly navigate the subway system and fully engage in community life.