Congressman Hakeem Jeffries

Representing the 8th District of New York
 

Energy and Environment

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Town Hall Meeting on Sewer Infrastructure & Sandy Recovery in Canarsie

Jul 21, 2014 Event

Please join Rep. Jeffries for a Town Hall meeting and Community Speak-out on July 21, 2014.  This is your opportunity to learn what steps have been taken in Sandy recovery and resiliency efforts and get updates on repairs to the sewer infrastructure in the neighborhood.

Rep. Jeffries will be joined by Council Member Alan Maisel, Assemblymember Nick Perry and representatives from the NYC Department of Environmental Protection, Department of Transportation, NYC House Recovery Office and the Army Corps of Engineers.

Community Meeting on East New York Flood Damage & Recovery

Jul 17, 2014 Event

Join us to learn more information about filing flood damage and loss claims and how to seek reimbursement.  The office of Rep. Jeffries will be joined by representatives from the NYC Comptroller's Office and the NYS Dept. of Financial Services to answer questions on how to file the water damage/ loss claim reimbursement forms, provide information on timelines, procedures and flood insurance rights. 

For more information and to R.S.V.P, please call (718) 373 - 0033. 

NYDN: House of Representatives Passes Bill to Study Prison Ship Martyrs Monument

Apr 29, 2014 In The News
“The monument is largely used as a skate park and a destination for people engaging in their morning physical activities,” said Jeffries of the 116-year-old landmark, which houses some of the remains of 11,500 colonists who perished aboard British prison ships on the East River during the American Revolution. “That was not the intention of the monument.”

NY1: Fort Greene Monument Has DC Lawmakers' Attention

Apr 29, 2014 In The News
"This is a substantial step toward making sure these American Revolutionary War heroes will have their stories and their legacies told, preserved and respected," Jeffries said.

Summer Teen Docent Program: Save Wildlife and Wild Places

Feb 11, 2014 Event
Summer Teen Docent Program: Save Wildlife and Wild Places

Wildlife Conservation Society: Bridging the Gap

Feb 11, 2014 Event
Bridging the Gap is a new initiative from the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) that seeks to connect 10th and 11th grade high school students that have an interest in pursuing a career in conservation science, zoology, marine science, ecology, or biology, directly with professionals in those fields.

East Brooklyn - Congressman Hakeem Jeffries Speaks To EastBrooklyn.com After State of District Address

Feb 6, 2014 In The News
Congressman Hakeem Jeffries speaks to EastBrooklyn.com immediately following his State of the District Address at Boys & Girls HS.

The Brooklyn Reader:In State of the District Address, Jeffries Outlines Bold Plan for Saving Affordable Housing in Central Brooklyn

Jan 31, 2014 In The News
Congressman Hakeem Jeffries (D-8) held his State of the District Address– his first since taking office— Thursday night to packed house of about 900 people at Bed-Stuy’s Boys and Girls High School, in which he offered a review of his most recent work in Congress and his plans for the district in 2014.

Congressman Jeffries Presents: 2014 State of the District Address

Jan 7, 2014 Event
Presenting: Congressman Jeffries' State of the District Address 2014

Senior Citizen Educational Workshop Series To Explore The Wonders Of The Aquatic World

Nov 26, 2013 Event
The Jewish Community Council of Greater Coney Island, Inc. and the Wildlife Conservation Society’s New York Aquarium have teamed up to invite all seniors to explore the wonders of the aquatic world.