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Bronx Community Board 11 executive board initiates removal proceedings for absentee member Francis Benitez
Summary
Cynthia Rodriguez, chair of Bronx Community Board 11, moved on Jan. 16 to initiate removal proceedings against board member Francis Benitez for absences from board meetings; the motion was seconded by Vice Chair Richard Reynoso.
Cynthia Rodriguez, chair of Bronx Community Board 11, moved on Jan. 16 to initiate removal proceedings against board member Francis Benitez for absences from board meetings; the motion was seconded by Vice Chair Richard Reynoso.
Board members and staff described multiple attempts to reach Benitez before beginning formal action. Jeremy (staff member) said the borough president’s office had advised emailing Benitez; he said he emailed and “took a screenshot of the email and texted it to him.” Board members also reported outreach via Council Member Feliz’s office and family contacts.
Why it matters: initiation of removal proceedings…
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