Richie Barsamian is Running to Represent Bay Ridge to Coney Island in NYC Council

Richie Barsamian's campaign for City Council in New York City Council District 47 is his first campaign for public office.

As of June 8, 2025, Richie Barsamian did not have a website or any information online.

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Supports increased funding for schools and afterschool programs.

- Supports increased funding for schools and afterschool programs.

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Opposes the construction of a casino in Coney Island.

- Opposes the construction of a casino in Coney Island.

Housing & Urban Development

Supports working with auxiliary police to create safe corridors for older adults.

- Supports working with auxiliary police to create safe corridors for older adults.

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Richie Barsamian

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George was born in New York, New York, and earned a high school diploma from Susan E. Wagner High School. He studied political science at New York University. He lives in Bay Ridge with his wife Heidi, and their daughter.

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George is the founder and CEO of Access One Solutions, an ATM service provider. He previously held executive roles at Wolf’s Hospitality Group, E-Z Cash ATM, and Paymint Partners. He also publishes comics through a small press called It’s Astounding!

George Sarantopoulos’s campaign for New York City Council District 47 is his first run for public office.

Supports lowering the cost of living by cutting property taxes and other taxes on everyday goods and services.

- Supports lowering the cost of living by cutting property taxes and other taxes on everyday goods and services.

As of June 8, 2025, George Sarantopoulos did not have a website or any information online.

Supports fully funding the New York Police Department (NYPD) and being "tough on crime."

- Supports fully funding the New York Police Department (NYPD) and being "tough on crime."

Supports expanding early detection programs for chronic illnesses for all ages, especially seniors.

- Supports expanding early detection programs for chronic illnesses for all ages, especially seniors.

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George Sarantopoulos

- City Council Members work together to enact local laws, approve the city budget, and oversee land use and zoning regulations. ​
- Council Members oversee city agencies, ensuring they effectively serve the public and address community needs. ​

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