WORKSHEET 11: Identifying the Players

List at least five players and indicate why they have been included in your list. The total set of players should fairly represent the range of support and opposition to the proposal.

1. Player: Dr. Neil Cohen, Health Commissioner

Reason: He is responsible for administering health related programs in New York City.

2. Player: Herbert Berman, Council Finance Committee Chair

Reason: He has the authority to allocate funding for programs in New York City.

3. Player: Victor Robles, Health Committee Chair

Reason: He has the authority to approve health programs in New York City.

4. Player: Joel Klein, Chancellor of New York City Department of Education

Reason: His consent is necessary for approving administering curriculum and training for staff and administration in the Bronx Public Schools.

5. Player: Lucille Swarns, Regional Superintendent of Bronx Public Schools.

Reason: She will be responsible for overseeing administration of the program in the Bronx Public Schools.