Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins’ Nominee Inducted into Westchester County Senior Hall of Fame

(Yonkers, NY) Today, Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins announced her nominee, Yonkers resident Dr. Rosemary Uzzo, was inducted into the Westchester County Senior Hall of Fame. The prestigious honor recognizes seniors who have gone above and beyond to improve the quality of life in our communities.

“Rosemary secured and distributed thousands of masks to health care workers at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in Yonkers,” said Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins. “Her selfless efforts helped save lives and are commendable. I am pleased Westchester County continues to highlight seniors who are making a difference.”

Dr. Uzzo spent hours reaching out to contacts in China to obtain 16,000 masks for New York. She donated some to Saint Joseph’s Medical Center in Yonkers, the Yonkers Police Department, and to residents in need throughout Westchester County. 

“My nomination to the Senior Hall of Fame was a huge surprise to me,” said Dr. Rosemary Uzzo. “I have always considered myself a woman of service in the community through my volunteerism both locally and abroad. I am humbled and proud to be recognized for this award, and thank the numerous people who have made this recognition possible. I would like to extend my thanks to Senate Majority Leader Stewart-Cousins. This award means a great deal to me because it demonstrates why seniors matter, and how we contribute to everyday lives and society at large.”

Before retiring, Dr. Uzzo worked for the Yonkers Board of Education for thirty-six years, supporting children and educators. She currently serves as Mayor Spano’s Liaison to the South Broadway Business Improvement District (SBBID). 

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Dr. Rosemary Uzzo, Yonkers

Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins represents Greenburgh, Scarsdale and parts of Yonkers, White Plains and New Rochelle in the 35th NYS Senate District. To learn more about her legislative and community efforts, click here.