ADVISORY: On Earth Day Announcement on the usage of TOXIC pesticides in New York City’s Parks and open spaces By CM Kallos

ADVISORY: In observance of Earth Day, Council Member Ben Kallos is joined by the Black Institute and Environment Advocates for an announcement on the usage of TOXIC pesticides in New York City’s Parks and open spaces

WHO:

Ben Kallos - Council Member

Corey Johnson - City Council Speaker (Invited)

Bertha Lewis-The Black Institute

Jay Feldman- Beyond Pesticides

Doug and Patti Wood- Grassroots Environmental Education

Paula Rogovin- Retired Teacher P.S, 290

Assortment Paula’s former students from P.S 290

Reverend Billy Talen - Church of the Stop Shopping Choir

WHAT: Press Conference updating the public on legislation banning the use of TOXIC Pesticides in New York City Parks and open spaces.

WHERE: Stanley Isaacs PlayGround - 1840 1st Avenue (E.96th Street and 1st Avenue)

WHEN: Thursday, April 22nd at 11 am.

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