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ELECTION DAY 06.24.2025

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Beat the Heat, Vote With Power: Cooling Centers Open for June 24

Beat the Heat, Vote With Power: Cooling Centers Open for June 24

June 23, 20252 min read

Hi, I’m Yanna Henriquez, and I’m so proud of the incredible energy across District 21—from Corona to East Elmhurst, Jackson Heights, and Lefrak City. Thanks to all of you who voted early! If you haven’t voted yet, don’t worry—Election Day is TOMORROW, Tuesday, June 24, and we’re here to help you stay cool while making your voice heard.

With temperatures rising, I’m doing everything I can to keep our community safe, healthy, and empowered at the polls.

Free Cooling Centers Near Poll Sites

Whether you’re voting in the morning, afternoon, or evening, these air-conditioned spaces are open and accessible nearby:

  • Corona Library – 38-23 104th St | 12 PM–5 PM
    (Near PS 7 in Corona)

  • Jackson Heights Library – 35-51 81st St | 12 PM–5 PM
    (Near PS 149 and Quest Diagnostics site)

  • East Elmhurst Community Center | 12 PM–5 PM
    (By Veterans Playground)

  • Selfhelp Senior Center – 45-25 Kissena Blvd | 8:30 AM–4 PM
    (Near PS 43)

  • Jackson Heights Petco – 7507 31st Ave | 9 AM–9 PM
    (Pet-friendly relief with AC for you and your furry friends)

  • Flushing Meadows–Corona Park Fountain of the Fairs Sprayground
    Open during park hours – perfect for families with kids

We Still Need Volunteers

Want to help protect our neighbors in the heat? We’re looking for volunteers to:

  • Hand out cold water at polling sites

  • Direct residents to cooling hubs

  • Make voting more comfortable for seniors, students, and families

Sign up now: YannaForNYC.net

Make a Plan to Vote

Final Countdown: Stay Cool & Get Ready to Vote Tomorrow

Polls are open from 6 AM to 9 PM on June 24.
Find your poll site:
findmypollsite.vote.nyc

Wear light clothing, stay hydrated, and take breaks if needed. Your vote is powerful—and I’m ready to fight for our community on housing, education, small business support, and environmental justice.

Let’s beat the heat, turn out the vote, and win this race—together.

With gratitude,
Yanna Henriquez
Candidate for NYC Council, District 21


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Team Yanna

By Team Yanna Our campaign is powered by people—and proudly endorsed by unions, advocacy groups, and community leaders who believe in Yanna Henriquez’s vision for a stronger, more equitable District 21. In this post, we share why these endorsements matter and how Yanna is ready to deliver real results for our neighborhoods.

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WHY YANNA ?

01

Proven leadership in Corona, Jackson Heights, Elmhurst, East Elmhurst, and Lefrak City

02

Endorsed by the Queens Democratic Party – Trusted & United for Change

03

Champion of public safety, affordable housing, education, and immigrant rights

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