Comptroller Stringer Statement On The Passing Of Catherine Abate

I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Catherine Abate, one of New York City’s great civic leaders.

As Commissioner of the Departments of Correction and Probation, Catherine took on significant challenges with focused, smart solutions, addressing our City’s high recidivism rates with job training programs and educational opportunities for the formally incarcerated. During her tenure, she instituted measures to control jail overcrowding and inmate violence was dramatically reduced.

Catherine brought that same passion and determination to public office in the state senate, and later as the President and CEO of Community Healthcare Network, where she continued a tradition of protecting and improving the lives of our most vulnerable New Yorkers. Catherine has left an indelible mark on New York City and New York State. She will be missed.

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