Press Releases

Assemblyman Colton Applauds Mayor’s Decision to Fund Free Trash Cans for Many NYC Homeowners

One of the first elected officials to demand that New York City distribute free trash cans to many New York City homeowners as it prepares to modernize its trash collection process, Assemblyman William Colton (D—Gravesend, Bensonhurst, Bath Beach and...

Assemblyman Colton, Councilmember Zhuang Focus on Bensonhurst Park in Latest Local Cleanup

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Assemblyman William Colton (D—Gravesend, Bensonhurst, Bath Beach and Dyker Heights) led a cleanup of Bensonhurst Park and surrounding streets on Saturday, August 9, joined by a team of volunteers organized by himself and City Councilmember Susan Zhuang...

Cleanups on Highlawn Avenue, Quentin Road Led by Assemblyman Colton

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Responding to a complaint from an angry constituent about an accumulation of trash adjacent to the subway station at Highlawn Avenue, between West Seventh and West Eighth Streets, Assemblyman William Colton (D—Gravesend, Bensonhurst, Bath Beach and...

Assemblyman Colton Joins Local Residents, Police to Celebrate Night Out Against Crime

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It was a tale of two precincts for Assemblyman William Colton (D—Gravesend, Bensonhurst, Bath Beach and Dyker Heights), who was delighted to attend both the National Night Out event at the 62nd Precinct and the National Night Out event at the 61st Precinct...

Assemblyman Colton, Councilmember Zhuang Sign Up Eligible Seniors for Farmers’ Market Coupons

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Stressing that nutritious fresh fruits and vegetables are important elements of a healthy diet, Assemblyman William Colton (D—Gravesend, Bensonhurst, Bath Beach and Dyker Heights) and City Councilmember Susan Zhuang (D—Bensonhurst, Bath Beach, Gravesend,...

Assemblyman Colton Visits Senior Centers Across District to Update Members, Listen to Concerns

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Over the past few weeks, Assemblyman William Colton (D—Gravesend, Bensonhurst, Bath Beach and Dyker Heights) has been making the rounds of senior centers located in his district, with the goal of learning about issues of importance to members, as well...

Assemblyman Colton, Councilmember Zhuang Join Volunteers in Local Cleanup

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Assemblyman William Colton (D—Gravesend, Bensonhurst, Bath Beach and Dyker Heights) and City Councilmember Susan Zhuang (D—Bensonhurst, Bath Beach, Gravesend, Dyker Heights, Boro Park and Sunset Park) took to the streets with a team of dedicated volunteers...

Assemblyman Colton, Councilmember Zhuang Mark Year Anniversary of Daily Shelter Protests

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The honking of horns, the rhythmic beating of drums, and repeated cries of “No Homeless Shelter” echoed beneath the train tracks at 86th Street and 25th Avenue as hundreds of community advocates gathered with elected officials led by Assemblyman William...

Assemblyman Colton Joins Summer Interns, Local Volunteers at Park Cleanup

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Interns in the office of Assemblyman William Colton (D—Gravesend, Bensonhurst, Bath Beach and Dyker Heights) are spending some of their working time helping to clean up the neighborhood. The interns have been doing weekly cleanups on Wednesday mornings,...

Assemblyman Colton, Councilmember Zhuang Hold Successful First Cleanup of the Summer

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Assemblyman William Colton (D—Gravesend, Bensonhurst, Bath Beach and Dyker Heights) and City Councilmember Susan Zhuang (D—Bensonhurst, Bath Beach, Gravesend, Dyker Heights, Boro Park and Sunset Park) led a community cleanup on Saturday, July 12....

Assemblyman Colton, Councilmember Zhuang to Mark First Anniversary of Homeless Shelter Protest

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On July 17, the protest outside the site of the proposed homeless shelter at 25th Avenue and 86th Street will have been underway for a full year. To mark the occasion, Assemblyman William Colton (D—Gravesend, Bensonhurst, Bath Beach and Dyker Heights)...

Local Patriotic Displays Saluted by Assemblyman Colton

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Just in time for July Fourth, Assemblyman William Colton (D—Gravesend, Bensonhurst, Bath Beach and Dyker Heights) has been searching out the homes in southwest Brooklyn where Old Glory proudly waves. Recently, the assemblyman drove around the district...

Assemblyman Colton, Councilmember Zhuang to Kick Off Summer Cleanup Series

Assemblyman William Colton (D—Gravesend, Bensonhurst, Bath Beach and Dyker Heights) and City Councilmember Susan Zhuang (D—Bensonhurst, Bath Beach, Gravesend, Dyker Heights, Boro Park and Sunset Park) are gearing up for their first neighborhood cleanup...

Assemblyman Colton, Councilmember Zhuang to Kick Off Summer Cleanup Series

Assemblyman William Colton (D—Gravesend, Bensonhurst, Bath Beach and Dyker Heights) and City Councilmember Susan Zhuang (D—Bensonhurst, Bath Beach, Gravesend, Dyker Heights, Boro Park and Sunset Park) are gearing up for their first neighborhood cleanup...

STAR Tax Credit Can Offer Financial Relief to Many Homeowners, Says Assemblyman Colton

With the beginning of the next fiscal year right around the corner, Assemblyman William Colton (D—Gravesend, Bensonhurst, Bath Beach and Dyker Heights) is reminding qualifying local property owners to make sure they are signed up for the STAR real estate...

STAR Tax Credit Can Offer Financial Relief to Many Homeowners, says Assemblyman Colton

With the beginning of the next fiscal year right around the corner, Assemblyman William Colton (D—Gravesend, Bensonhurst, Bath Beach and Dyker Heights) is reminding qualifying local property owners to make sure they are signed up for the STAR real estate...

Assemblyman Colton Escorts Parents of Slain Detective to Assembly Chamber

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Xiu Yan Li and Wei Tang Liu, the parents of slain NYPD Detective Wenjian Liu, visited Albany last week and were introduced to the Assembly by Assemblyman William Colton (D—Gravesend, Bensonhurst, Bath Beach and Dyker Heights) and Assemblymembers Grace...

Assemblyman Colton Introduces Legislation to Create Framework for Probing Child Abuse Allegations

Concerned that corners are being cut when it comes to assessing whether children are being abused or neglected by family members, Assemblyman William Colton (D—Gravesend, Bensonhurst, Bath Beach and Dyker Heights) has introduced legislation that, if...

Assemblyman Colton Introduces Legislation to Create Framework for Probing Child Abuse Allegations

Concerned that corners are being cut when it comes to assessing whether children are being abused or neglected by family members, Assemblyman William Colton (D—Gravesend, Bensonhurst, Bath Beach and Dyker Heights) has introduced legislation that, if...

Assemblyman Colton, Councilmember Zhuang Honor Community’s Men of Distinction

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On Sunday, June 8, Assemblyman William Colton (D—Gravesend, Bensonhurst, Bath Beach and Dyker Heights) and City Councilmember Susan Zhuang (D—Bensonhurst, Bath Beach, Gravesend, Dyker Heights, Boro Park and Sunset Park) hosted their inaugural Men...