June l999 YOUR STATIONERY (Date) (Name and address) Dear (Senator XXXXXXXX, Assembly member YYYYYY) I urge you to take an interest in the situation in New York with artists' living/working homes and to support the Renewal of the Loft Law My child (XXXXXXXX) was raised in our district and is now a resident of New York City. I live in (district) and I vote here but I understand how, as an artist, (XXXXXX) needs to live in New York City. New York State benefits culturally and economically from artists and the creative energy initiated in NYC. My friends travel to NYC and go to the museums, galleries, and theater. We all go to the movies. People that make this invaluable cultural product need their homes to work and raise their families. Please work with the artists and the City of New York to renew the Loft Law that protects our children and their creative contributions. Sincerely, (GIVE YOUR NAME ) For legislative addresses ! NEXT PAGE
Dear Relative,
Please help me SAVE MY LOFT! LMLT, our loft advocacy group, is conducting an important lobbying campaign with our state government to RENEW the LOFT LAW. The loft law helps keep artists like me in my home and studio. Letters and faxes that are sent to your local Albany legislators are essential to our effort.
A personal handwritten letter with why you care (and that you VOTE!) on your stationery is the most effective. Please use this sample letter only as a guide - personalize your message. Thank you!
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