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Michael Simanowitz

Michael Simanowitz
Member of the New York State Assembly
from the 27th district
In office
September 14, 2011 – September 2, 2017
Preceded by Nettie Mayersohn
Succeeded by Daniel Rosenthal
Personal details
Born August 10, 1971
Forest Hills, Queens, New York
Died (aged 46)
Political party Democratic
Residence Flushing New York
Alma mater Queens College

Michael Simanowitz (August 10, 1971 – September 2, 2017) was a Democratic New York State Assembly member from the borough of Queens.

Simanowitz was a resident of the Electchester housing cooperative, part of the neighborhood of Flushing in the New York City borough of Queens. He was chief of staff to Nettie Mayersohn, the local assemblywoman for 28 years, and after Mayersohn announced her retirement, Simanowitz was elected in a special election on September 13, 2011 to replace her.

Simanowitz served on the New York City Police Department Auxiliary Police's 107 Precinct Auxiliary Unit since 1995. For nine years he served as that unit's commanding officer. Simanowitz achieved the rank of Auxiliary Deputy Inspector.

Simanowitz died on September 2, 2017, at the age of 46 after an undisclosed illness.


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