Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso hosted a high-level and highly productive Pre-Pesach sanitation summit, bringing together top leadership from the Department of Sanitation (DSNY), senior borough officials, and a broad coalition of community leaders and organizations from across Brooklyn.

The meeting included the full executive leadership of DSNY, alongside Chiefs of Brooklyn North and South, as well as key representatives from Borough Park, Flatbush, Williamsburg, and Crown Heights. Also in attendance were the heads of Shomrim and Chaverim organizations from neighborhoods throughout Brooklyn, underscoring the strong collaboration between city agencies and community-based volunteer groups ahead of the busy Yom Tov season.

Discussions focused on critical Pre-Pesach preparations, including expanded sanitation collections, bulk trash removal, designated container sites, and coordinated cleanup of bread-burning locations throughout the borough. Additional concerns and quality-of-life issues impacting the community during the holiday season were also addressed in detail.

Community leaders expressed appreciation for the city’s cooperation and the enhanced services being provided during this time.

“We’re grateful to the Department of Sanitation for their additional services during the holiday season,” said Samuel Stern, Chair of the UJO Community Advisory Committee. “We are thankful to Borough President Reynoso for bringing us together with the Commissioner and top leadership to discuss those services and other matters important to the community.”

The meeting was organized and arranged by Jacob Eisdorfer, Senior Advisor to the Borough President, who played a key role in coordinating between city officials and community stakeholders.

Representing DSNY were Commissioner Javier Lojan, Chief of Staff Rebecca Kriegman, Chief of Department Anthony Pennolino, Chief of Cleaning and Collection Daniel Lindley, Chief of Cleaning Operations Jeffrey Pitts, Chief of Collection Operations Daniel Stine, Chief of Operations James Miglino, Chief of the Commissioner’s Office Frank Lettera, Brooklyn North Borough Chief Joseph Rainone, Brooklyn South Borough Chief Joseph O’Keefe, and Deputy Commissioner for Public Affairs Joshua Goodman.

Also in attendance from the Borough President’s office were Deputy Borough President Rev. Kimberly Council, Chief of Staff Laura Imperiale, and Senior Advisor Jacob Eisdorfer.

The meeting highlighted the importance of coordination and communication between city agencies and community organizations to ensure a smooth, clean, and safe Yom Tov season for Brooklyn residents.

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