Small businesses get a $15k boost from state Senator

The Brooklyn Beach Shop, which is located on the Coney Island boardwalk, recently played host to New York State Sen. Jessica Scarcella-Spanton as she presented the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce (BCC) a $15,000 check to assist small businesses in the district.

Scarcella-Spanton, who represents the 23rd District serving the north shore of Staten Island, as well as parts of Southern Brooklyn that include Sea Gate, Coney Island, Brighton Beach, Manhattan Beach and Sheepshead Bay, said she was excited to present the BCC with funds for the economic development of the area. She described the effort as "crucial and critical."

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