WHEREAS, Cliff Hagen is a lifelong Staten Islander who has advocated for education and served as a community activist his entire career; and

WHEREAS, as a lifelong teacher, he understands the needs of students and their families and will fight to ensure our schools are fully funded and well-resourced so that all students can succeed; and 

WHEREAS, as a proud union member he has and will forever work to protect union member benefits so that all brothers and sisters in the labor movement are employed in fair and prosperous workplaces; and

WHEREAS, as a community activist he will champion policies that will combat climate change and improve our public transit system; and 

WHEREAS, he will work to expand employment opportunities to residents of the 51st Council District and safeguard local businesses and tenants by holding landlords accountable and investing in programs that incentivize entrepreneurs and affordable housing; and 

WHEREAS, his commitment to the UFT is invaluable, having helped the union forge alliances with organizations in Staten Island that have assisted its growth and success; therefore be it 

RESOLVED, that the UFT endorse Cliff Hagen in his Special election for City Council as we believe he will be a strong ally for working people, our schools, and our community.