Toy drive in memory of Lew Fidler yields 3,000 donations
SHEEPSHEAD BAY – The memory of a former city councilmember who devoted much of his political career to helping at-risk youth was the driving force behind a Toys for Tots effort led by the 41st Assembly District Democrats Club this holiday season.
Lew Fidler died on May 5 at the age of 62. He served on the City Council from 2002 to 2013.
Brad Reid and Lori Maslow, the Democratic district leaders of the 41st Assembly District, spearheaded the club’s 18th Annual Toys for Tots drive in tribute to Fidler. The 41st A.D., represented by Democrat Helene Weinstein, takes in all or parts of several Brooklyn neighborhoods, including Sheepshead Bay, Flatlands, East Flatbush, Midwood and Canarsie.