Assemblyman William Colton (D – Gravesend, Bensonhurst, Bath Beach, and Dyker Heights) informs the community that Governor Andrew M. Cuomo has announced vaccination distribution for the group, 1B which started on Monday, January 11. Phase 1B includes essential workers such as first responders (Firefighters, Police, Public Safety Workers, Public Transit Workers, Education Workers, and people age 75 and older.

“I believe that this is a step forward in the fight against COVID-19. Anyone who is interested can start making appointments now to receive the vaccine. Appointments are required and can be made online by visiting the vaccine site locator website https://vaccinefinder.nyc.gov/locations or by calling 311 and ask to make a vaccine appointment. In addition, the Coney Island Hospital location already is up and running. Abraham Lincoln High School will be a vaccine center, run by the NYC Department of Health starting on January 16^th,” Colton stated.

“Also, I call for a simplification of the application process for the vaccine. In addition, NY needs the Federal Government to make more vaccine doses more quickly so all who want to be vaccinated can do so as soon as possible,” Colton said.

“If you need help in scheduling your vaccine appointment or have any questions or concerns, then feel free to contact my office at 718-236-1598 or email coltonw@nyassembly.gov for more information,” Colton added.