State Senator Jeff Klein Honors Leading Bronxite Randi Martos at 18th Annual New York State Women of Distinction Ceremony

Klein Recognizes Lifelong Riverdale Resident for Her Community Activism, Leadership & Public Service

BRONX, NY - State Senator Jeff Klein (D-Bronx/Westchester) honored Randi Martos, Chief of Staff to Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz, at the 18th annual Women of Distinction Ceremony at the State Capitol in Albany on Tuesday evening. For more than 20 years, Martos has served as a strong, positive force in the Bronx -- holding an array of leadership positions including democratic district leader, parents’ association president, head of her co-op board and more.

“Born and raised in the Bronx, Randi Martos is a respected political leader, brilliant mind and staunch community activist who has helped make the Riverdale community all that it is today. Randi has played a central role in ensuring our local public schools are first-rate -- spearheading the effort to create the Riverdale Kingsbridge Academy in 1999 -- and later serving as a parent leader at the school for six years,” said Senator Jeff Klein. “In her work as Chief of Staff to Assemblyman Dinowitz, Randi’s leadership and direction has been nothing short of exemplary. I am proud to present Randi with this year’s Woman of Distinction award. Her tireless advocacy, strong sense of community and wonderful spirit are an inspiration to us all.”

“I am honored to be named a Woman of Distinction by Senator Klein. Having grown up and lived in Riverdale for most of my life, it is deeply meaningful to me to be able to serve my community through my work with Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz, as Democratic District Leader, as an active member of the Ben Franklin Reform Democratic Club and as president of my building’s co-op,” said Randi Martos. “Riverdale is a truly special community and I feel fortunate to work with so many passionate and talented people every day. Thank you to Senator Klein for this tremendous honor.”

Martos grew up in Riverdale where she attended local public schools P.S. 24, M.S. 141 and the Bronx High School of Science. More than 15 years ago, Martos began working for Assemblyman Dinowitz as a community liaison in his district office. Shortly after, she was elected Female District Leader of the 81st Assembly District. In her spare time, Martos spends time with her family and cheers on her favorite team at Yankee stadium.