State Senator Kevin Parker Hosts Meeting On Proposed Interborough Express

Brooklyn, NY– In a collaborative effort with Governor Kathy Hochul and Council Member Farah N. Louis, State Senator Kevin Parker hosted a meeting aimed at fostering community engagement and addressing key initiatives in his district including critical enhancement of the Interborough Express. 

The meeting spotlighted the proposed initiatives launched in the Governor's State-of-the-State which focused on the Interborough Express-- an innovative plan aimed at improving transportation connectivity between the boroughs of Brookyn and Queens along the reactivated LIRR Bay Ridge Branch. Attendees had the opportunity to delve into the details of this ambitious project and gain a comprehensive understanding of its potential impact on local transportation infrastructure.

State Senator Kevin Parker expressed his enthusiasm for the engaged and participative community during the meeting, stating, "It was truly inspiring to witness the community come together to explore and understand the initiatives that will shape our district's future. The commitment and passion demonstrated by the residents of our district further highlight the importance of collaborative efforts in fostering positive change. I am confident that together with Governor Hochul and Council Member Farah Louis we will continue to work toward a brighter and more prosperous future for all."

Educational Funding and Workforce Development were also key components on the meeting’s agenda providing attendees with valuable insights into the Governor's visionary approach to educational investment and strategic measures for workforce development in the upcoming fiscal year. 

                                                  About State Senator Kevin Parker

Senator Kevin S. Parker is intimately familiar with the needs of his ethnically diverse Brooklyn district comprising sections of Flatbush, East Flatbush, Kensington, Ditmas Park, Midwood, Flatlands, Canarsie, Georgetown, Old Mill Basin, Mill Basin, Marine Park, and Bergen Beach. A lifelong Brooklyn resident, Senator Parker is the Chairman of the Senate Energy and Telecommunications Committee and a member of several other Senate committees including Finance, Rules, Banks, Internet and Technology, as well as Budget and Revenue.

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