"As there has been a great deal of media attention on City Hall recently, I take this moment to acknowledge the many concerns shared by our residents and community leaders.

I understand and agree that the recent news of the indictment against New York City Mayor Eric Adams is extremely concerning and disappointing. Our Borough and all New Yorkers must have a municipal government that is accountable, effective, and responsive.

Despite this news and the focus on City Hall, as your Borough President, my Administration and I remain committed to ensuring that city government continues to work on our behalf. We deserve nothing less.

I hope that Mayor Eric Adams will prioritize the best interests and needs of all New Yorkers in the next several days and weeks.

We will continue to move our Borough forward working with the Administration focused on what truly matters: the health and wellbeing of New Yorkers and their families. Anything less than that is unacceptable."

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