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Councilwoman Condemns Richard Jasterbzski's Behavior In Video

Councilwoman L. Aileen Rivera​ said Richard Jasterbzski screaming curse words and obscenities at a volunteer was 'unacceptable.'

To the editor:

At the last council meeting, on June 7, I was not prepared to address and/or condemn the behavior of Councilman Richard Jasterbzski.

At that time, I had not yet viewed the video, nor was I aware of all of the facts with regard to same.

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Since then, I have seen the video and I want to be clear, I condemn his behavior. It is unacceptable.

As leaders, we must strive to lead by example. Councilman Jasterbzski set a bad example. This type of behavior is not acceptable.

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— Councilwoman L. Aileen Rivera

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