Vincent M. Ignizio
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Vincent M. Ignizio (born October 2, 1974) is an American politician and former member and Minority Leader of the New York City Council representing Staten Island's 51st district. Before being elected to the City Council, he was a member of the New York State Assembly.
Vincent Ignizio | |
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Minority Leader of the New York City Council | |
In office January 1, 2014 – June 30, 2015 | |
Whip | Steven Matteo |
Preceded by | James Oddo |
Succeeded by | Steven Matteo |
Member of the New York City Council from the 51st district | |
In office February 20, 2007 – July 10, 2015 | |
Preceded by | Andrew Lanza |
Succeeded by | Joe Borelli |
Member of the New York State Assembly from the 62nd district | |
In office January 1, 2005 – February 19, 2007 | |
Preceded by | Robert Straniere |
Succeeded by | Louis Tobacco |
Personal details | |
Born | (1974-10-02) October 2, 1974 (age 49) Brooklyn, New York, U.S. |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | Letizia Ignizio |
Alma mater | Rider University |
Profession | Politician |
Website | NYC Council: District 51 |
His City Council District consists of neighborhoods found on the South Shore of Staten Island, including Annadale, Arden Heights, Bay Terrace, Charleston, Eltingville, Great Kills, Huguenot, New Dorp, New Springville, Oakwood, Pleasant Plains, Prince's Bay, Richmond Valley, Richmondtown, Rossville, Tottenville, and Woodrow.[1]
In 2015, he was replaced by former Assemblyman and outspoken conservative Joe Borelli, after he resigned to take a position as the CEO of Catholic Charities of Staten Island.