Borough President campaign contributions break down as suspected

From The Forum:

Vallone is the fundraising leader with $1,224,797 cash-on-hand followed by Katz with $882,458.

An analysis of the three candidates funding sources shows very definite patterns with both Vallone and Katz pulling substantial contributions from large and well-connected real estate and construction firms while Avella’s base could most easily be described as grass-roots with mostly smaller contributions from individuals and local businesses.

Contribution levels for both Vallone and Katz frequently topped $4,000 whereas by contrast, Avella had few, if any, contributions above $1,000.

Among Katz’ major contributors included Cordmeyer Development, Vornado Realty and Tully Construction. Vallone Jr. counted Ahern Construction, Tully Construction as well as numerous unions including firefighters and sanitation workers among his major backers.

Avella’s major funders included numerous retirees, civil servants and local businesses. He has little support from corporate real estate and/or law firms.

If you want a good laugh, check out the NY1 Queens Borough President debate from Thursday night.