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The Sunday initiative at Cedar Grove Beach saw 70 ASEZ WAO members collect over half a ton of debris, contributing to marine ecosystem protection in Staten Island.Courtesy of Brianna Thomas<\/p>\nNew York State Assemblyman Michael Tannousis partnered with 70 volunteers Sunday to remove 1,125 pounds of trash and debris from Cedar Grove Beach.<\/p>\n
The cleanup brought together Tannousis, a Republican who represents parts of Staten Island and Brooklyn, and a group of volunteers from ASEZ WAO, the young adult worker volunteer group of the World Mission Society Church of God. The effort aims to prevent plastic and waste from reaching the ocean and damaging marine ecosystems.<\/p>\n
The event was part of ASEZ WAO\u2019s \u201cNo More GPGP\u201d campaign, which promotes global awareness and action to prevent expansion of the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. The organization operates in more than 175 countries.<\/p>\n
\u201cI am proud to partner with ASEZ WAO and the World Mission Society Church of God for this meaningful cleanup effort at Cedar Grove Beach,\u201d Tannousis said. \u201cKeeping our shoreline clean is essential to protecting Staten Island\u2019s natural environment and enhancing the quality of life for our residents. I am grateful to the volunteers who are dedicating their time to this cause. Their commitment reflects the very best of our community.\u201d<\/p>\n
The Sunday initiative at Cedar Grove Beach saw 70 ASEZ WAO members collect over half a ton of debris, contributing to marine ecosystem protection in Staten Island.Courtesy of Brianna Thomas<\/p>\n
Wilbryant Ruiz, an ASEZ WAO volunteer, said the collaboration demonstrated community strength.<\/p>\n
\u201cCleaning Cedar Grove Beach today showed how much we can accomplish when the community comes together,\u201d Ruiz said. \u201cWorking alongside Assemblyman Tannousis\u2019 office motivates us even more to protect our coastline and keep Staten Island beautiful.\u201d <\/p>\n
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