06/10/2026
Today, a great milestone was reached: the City of Buffalo's Office of Gun Violence and Prevention secured its first financial investment, thanks to Senator Jeremy Zellner, who secured $50,000 in the state budget.
It is no secret that I am deeply invested in the success of this office. When I became Councilwoman, the very first piece of legislation I introduced to the Buffalo Common Council was to create the Office of Gun Violence and Prevention. This office is proof that Buffalo cares about preventing gun violence, not just responding to the aftermath. We must continue to create spaces for young people, raise youth voices, invest in families, address root causes of gun violence, invest in trauma informed care, and provide programs that make an impact. This funding from Senator Zellner will be put to great use, and I cannot thank him enough for believing in this Office.