2013 Central New York Political Endorsements Announced at 5th Annual Political Action Picnic at the Zoo

August 27, 2013

Over 800 1199SEIU members, family, and friends got together on July 31st to kick off the 2013 political season and thank 1199 Political Action Contributors at the union’s 5th Annual Political Action Picnic at the Rosemond Gifford Zoo in Syracuse. The union’s most popular event, the 1199 Picnic at the Zoo has enjoyed five years of increasing participation and beautiful weather. 1199 members enjoy a fun night out with their co-workers, live music provided by the popular Brownskin Band, a picnic dinner, and private access to the zoo.



Besides being a fun event, the Political Action Picnic at the Zoo is a also wonderful opportunity to announce and introduce the 1199-endorsed candidates to the area hospital and nursing home members that vote in their districts. This year’s endorsed candidates are:



■ Stephanie Miner, City of Syracuse Mayor

■ Van Robinson, Syracuse Common Council President

■ Jeff Wright, Syracuse Common Councilor At-Large

■ Pam Hunter, Syracuse Common Councilor At-Large

■ Khalid Bey, Syracuse Common Councilor 4th District

■ Carol Sinesi, Onondaga County Legislature District 4

■ Lorene Dadey, Onondaga County Legislature District 7

■ Peggy Chase, Onondaga County Legislature District 9

■ Maggie Mahoney, Onondaga County Legislature District 11

■ Monica Williams, Onondaga County Legislature District 16

■ Linda Ervin, Onondaga County Legislature District 17