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concerning the sad state of affairs in Mount Vernon. Like yourself, I am a native son who was born, raised and educated in the City of Mount Vernon. Of the many points you brought out, you have, in my opinion, let out some items that may restore civility to a once great city. First, parents need to play more of a role in their childrens
education; seeing that they are in their residences on school nights and seeing that their assignments are undertaken. In order for part of this to be accomplished a curfew should be established by city hall. Secondly, suspensions by the school district should be established for unruly behavior. Getting back to our once great City of Mount Vernon, did you know there were once twelve car dealerships here? Mount Vernon was also home to the Bordens Milk company, the Dual Turntable company, and scores of small factories. Growing up here, there were three
movie theaters; once, there were five, now there are none. Concerning city hall, Mount Vernon was always full of politicians acting out like small time gangsters, only now the stakes and costs are higher. What is needed is for all citizens to act up and stand up demanding a clean house. Its been stated that a fish rots from the head down; same with a city. Once the head starts to rot the rest will follow. I wish you luck with your future endeavors and will support you while I reside here. Dennis Fishbein Mount Vernon, NY
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to prevent the youth from growing up being/ feeling neglected and joining on to so-called gangs and engage in criminal actives. The offender of tomorrow is often the at-risk child of today whose needs are not being addressed. As your Councilman, I will utilize my networks and contacts and bring positive results in reaching out to youth to make them better citizens and stake holders for the future of Mt. Vernon. The author is a candidate for the Mount Vernon City Council.