COJO-SI Welcomes Community Affairs Officer Charles Carlino to the Community

On May 19, 2021, the Staten Island Council of Jewish Organizations of Staten Island (COJO) welcomed newly assigned Community Affairs Officer Charles Carlino and introduced him to members of the community. “What better way of introducing Community Affairs Officer Carlino then to interact with him and his partner veteran and seasoned Community Affairs Officer Sean Mondello on community projects which engages the community on positive relations.  The introduction culminated in a COJO food distribution hosted by the Aur Torah Sephardic Congregation located in the New Springville section of Staten Island that assisted 300 families,” remarked Mendy Mirocznik, COJO President.   

The Community Affairs Bureau (CAB) plays a critical role in the department's refocused approach to achieving and sustaining gains against crime by strengthening community relationships and trust. The bureau partners with community leaders, civic organizations, block associations, and concerned citizens to educate them on police policies and practices, and to develop solutions to challenges that arise within the city's many diverse communities. CAB also provides young people with enrichment, diversion, and intervention programs, helping to reduce youth crime. Community affairs officers, crime prevention officers, and youth officers are assigned to each police precinct and stay closely connected with the community.

“We at COJO pride ourselves that we are proud staunch partners of the NYPD in furthering the mission of the Community Affairs Bureau. Our frontline communication lies with the Community Affairs Officers. Today that relationship was demonstrated in action, deeds and words as COJO engaged the Community Affairs Officers of Pct. 121 and in the process introduced newly assigned Community Affairs Officer Charles Carlino to the community. It was heartwarming to see how notable revered, highly regarded and respected community leaders such as Rabbi Aharon Zeev, of Aur Torah Sephardic Congregation, Oshri Reuven, President of Aur Torah Sephardic Minyan, Scott Maurer, COJO CEO and Executive Vice-President, Ari Weiss, COJO Security Chairman and Coordinator of Staten Island Shomrim, Terry Troia, President of Project Hospitality, Cynthia Janniere, Team Leader for Project Hospitality, Iva Reuven, Chair COJO Service Committee and her committee members such as Joyce Coel, Susan Haber, Sarah Spiler, and Navah Deri engaging and interfacing with Community Officer Charles Carlino and his partner Community Affairs Officer Sean Mondello and through this positive interaction building the foundation for a positive community relationship with the NYPD to last for years to come. Through a day of civic engagement, giving back to the community we established and reinforced a rock-solid working relationship in just a few short hours. This truly is an amazing accomplishment. This is especially true as we warm up the cold environment and demonstrate to the community that Police Officers are kind and considerate people who dare to care. We must always be mindful that they are as human as everyone else and there is a person behind a uniform and badge who faithfully serves the public. Thank you Community Affairs Officer Carlino and Community Affairs Officer Mondello for being such dedicated public servant, you gentlemen truly personify the finest of New York’s finest.”

Rabbi Aharon Zeev remarked, “that Aur Torah Sephardic Minyan is proud to support our police officers. Once again I want to reiterate how important it is for us to stop an officer whenever we see one and to thank them for their service. We live in uncertain times; however, these heroes remain faithful to their responsibility of keeping us safe. We appreciate their unwavering commitment to public safety and this commitment allows us to enjoy life which we should never take for granted. Thank you NYPD for all that you do and welcome Community Affairs Officer Charles Carlino, we look forward to seeing you again.”