I am writing in response to the letter sent in by John Tarpey, Jr., regarding Commissioner Nocerino and the North Massapequa Fire Department. My residence has been in North Massapequa for over 20 years. Obviously, Mr. Tarpey is expressing an opinion that is of the personal nature or maybe he has some other ulterior motive. Commissioner Nocerino and the North Massapequa Fire Department have been an asset to our community. I have attended the fire prevention program they offer and have found that the volunteer firefighters were very receptive and informative to my questions and concerns. They have given me great comfort knowing that they have the most up-to-date equipment and procedures which will allow them to respond faster to an emergency if needed. I am sure the rest of the community will agree that you cannot put a price on saving a person's life.

Gennaro Ritieni

Now that the dust has settled after Election Day, I would like to take this opportunity to thank the voters for electing me to serve as your state assemblyman for another two-year term. It is an honor and a privilege that I take very seriously.

Cindy and I along with my daughters Gina and Lisa are extremely gratified by the overwhelming support of my candidacy. Election Day is the only true poll that matters and clearly the best way for me to know that I have been serving the residents in an appropriate manner. I will continue to do my best to represent you through my votes in the state Legislature and to provide the constituent services that you have come to expect and deserve.

I encourage you to write or to call my office to let me know of your concerns or just to let me know what you think. My staff and I will always call you back or respond to your letter. We will always commit to getting you the answers you seek. I will continue to keep you informed of what your state government is doing and attempt to highlight the laws I believe you are most concerned about, particularly in the areas of education, health care and criminal justice reform. Together, we can continue to make our community a better place to raise our children, to earn a living and to enjoy our suburban way of life. Thank you.

Warmest personal regards,

Steve Labriola, Member of Assembly, 12th District