RECORD & PRIORITIES

Delivering for the 80th District ● Focused on what comes next.

John Zaccaro Jr. believes leadership means turning plans into real improvements people can see and feel in their daily lives.

In just three years, he has helped secure millions in funding and advance legislation that strengthens neighborhoods across the district and across New York State. And he is focused on building on that progress with steady, practical leadership.

A RECORD OF DELIVERY

Turning resources into real improvements.

John’s work in Albany and in the district is centered on bringing resources home and making sure they are put to work where they are needed most.

His record includes investments in:

schools, youth & families

  • Free school meals delivered statewide

  • Capital funding secured for CUNY

  • Expanded after-school and youth programming

  • Support for working families through school-based services

housing stability & support for seniors

  • Major funding for Mitchell-Lama developments

  • Housing stability and tenant support programs

  • Upgrades and expanded services at senior centers

  • Support for aging in place initiatives

safer, more stable neighborhoods

  • Funding for community-based safety initiatives

  • Investments in mental health resources

  • Legislation strengthening building safety protections

  • Support for violence prevention and intervention programs

parks, streets & community spaces

  • Renovations to local parks and playgrounds

  • Investments in public space improvements

  • Support for business improvement districts

  • Funding for community organizations serving local needs

These investments are not abstract.
They show up in classrooms, buildings, parks, and community centers across the district.

Priorities Rooted
in Everyday Life

From the condition of local schools to whether seniors can stay in their homes, the choices made in Albany show up quickly in people’s daily lives.

John’s priorities are shaped by what residents experience firsthand — and by what will make it easier to raise a family, grow older, and feel secure in the community.

  • John’s priorities are guided by one goal: making the 80th District a place where families can build stable lives, seniors can age with dignity, and neighborhoods continue to grow stronger.

    Looking ahead, he is focused on:

  • Expanding after-school programs, supporting school facilities, and strengthening pathways from school to higher education and careers.

  • Defending Mitchell-Lama, supporting homeowners and tenants, and investing in building safety and housing preservation.

  • Investing in prevention, intervention, and community-based services that address root causes and improve quality of life.

  • Expanding access to services, upgrading facilities, and strengthening programs that help seniors remain active and connected.

  • Maintaining parks, improving streetscapes, and supporting neighborhood business districts that keep communities vibrant.

  • Improving coordination with agencies and reducing delays that keep residents waiting for answers and services.