I am writing to thank the many who helped make my recent blood drive a success. We were able to attract 31 donors and collect 34 units of blood. That in turn will touch the lives of approximately 112 people.  We also collected $30 and food for the Tioga County Rural Ministry.

 I would like to thank everyone who contributed to the success of this event. The following businesses donated the food, paper products and the location.  Dominic Fata, Brothers Two, John and Bev Hitchings, Johns Fine Foods, Carl and Jim Roma, Jim Roma's Bakery, Tom Welch, Store Manager, P & C Market, Ron Akel, Giant Markets, Colleen and Anthony Malarkey, Vestal Dollar, Tim and Diane Sansone, The Ale House and the Owego Elks Club. This event could not have taken place without them. I would like to thank the local media for their yearly coverage of the blood drive.  Helping make the Public aware is what makes these types of events successful. I would also like to thank the Red Cross for their professionalism and dedication.

 Finally I would like to thank the donors who come year after year to the drive. We, again, had several first time donors and three double red donors. My family appreciates your efforts during this time of year when we remember my dad. It is a privilege to reside in a community as giving as ours.

Sincerely,
Councilman Donald Castellucci, Jr.