Education
Michael is a Human Rights Commissioner for the City of Yonkers. He coordinated the implementation of an anti-bullying training program for Yonkers City school staff and students. Michael would like to continue his work in the school system by making sure we repair Yonkers schools most in need in cooperation with non-profit and corporate partners. He wants to restore arts and sports to Yonkers school curriculum. Michael knows that a stellar education system helps retain residents and helps raise property values.
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Business and Job Growth
As a small business owner Michael understands the day-to-day challenges of running a business and the importance of creating a climate suitable for business growth. Michael wants to provide incentives for new businesses to relocate to Yonkers, adapting and repurposing underused and vacant real estate. He knows there is a need for providing jobs for Yonkers residents at a living wage.
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Smart Development
Michael is a founding Board Member of the Yonkers Committee for Smart Development and was instrumental in advocating for a steep slope ordinance bill in the Yonkers City Council. The bill ensures that development on steep slopes is appropriate for that parcel’s grade, manages storm-water flow, prevents landslides, and stops slope erosion. Michael has also been involved in monitoring citywide development to help encourage sustainable growth while preserving residential neighborhoods and the environment.
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Working with State and County Governments
Michael has earned the respect of elected officials in state and county government over the past decade for his role as Vice Chair of the LGBT Advisory Board to the Westchester County Executive. As the Yonkers District 3 Council Member, he will use his understanding of political advocacy and his personal access to other levels of government for the benefit of the district and city.
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About Michael
"Yonkers has been my home for 30 years. As a Community advocate and a member of several neighborhood associations, I have joined group efforts to win battles such as gaining landmark status for an historic home and securing a zoning change that preserved the character of the neighborhood, controlled density and limited traffic through residential streets in District 3. Beyond the city limits, as Vice Chair of the LGBT Advisory Board to the Westchester County Executive and a member of the NAACP, I advocate for diverse segments of our District 3 population who deserve a more forceful voice in public life. I am also honored to serve as the Senior Warden and Acting Administrator Zion Episcopal Church."
Testimonials
Doc Cavallo, Chair of the Independence PartyMichael Sabatino is the right candidate for the City of Yonkers, 3rd Council District. He cares about the issues and the people. Michael is someone who can unify people on all sides of an issue from different backgrounds. We look forward to working with him.
Brian Crowley, Treasurer Zion Episcopal ChurchI am happy to personally endorse Michael Sabatino for City Council of Yonkers. Michael was the Senior Warden of our church while I was Treasurer. Michael showed great leadership during a critical period when we faced many extreme challenges. Michael tackled the challenges creatively and optimistically and volunteered hundreds of hours to leading the church during this period. In addition to his duties as Senior Warden, Michael also dedicated many hours to other important causes outside the church. Therefore, I know that Michael’s leadership abilities, commitment to justice and vision for the future will serve the people of District 3 of Yonkers well.
Connie Fowler, President, Yonkers Commission on Human RightsMichael has been a valued and dedicated Commissioner of the Yonkers Human Rights Commission. He is always ready to step up to the plate and as Chair of the Education Committee has been the guiding light to getting an anti-bullying program in place in the Yonkers School System.