Exploring ‘what it means to be a Staten Islander’ is subject of new documentary series

Jillian Delaney

Originally published in Staten Island Advance on .
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STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The Staten Island Industrial Alliance (SIIA) released the first chapter of its documentary series, “Voice of Staten Island” — highlighting the uniqueness and the challenges of the borough we call home.

“The series is designed to spotlight Staten Island’s local leaders, industry champions and community members who are shaping the borough’s economic and environmental future,” a SIIA written statement detailed. “The series serves as a powerful platform, capturing the diverse perspectives of Staten Island’s leaders across government, industry and community development.”

A slew of public figures participated in the documentary, including Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella, State Sen. Jessica Scarcella-Spanton (D – North Shore / South Brooklyn), Congressional Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (R – Staten Island / South Brooklyn), and Councilwoman Kamillah Hanks (D – North Shore).

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