September Is National Preparedness
Month
The NYC Office of Emergency Management (OEM) and the Citizen Corps
Council will host events throughout the city in September to teach
New Yorkers about preparing for all types of emergencies. The celebration
kicked off on September 2 in all five boroughs. Find
an event near you Learn
more via OEM's website
NYC Primary Election
NYC's primary election occurs Tuesday, September 14. In a primary election, only voters registered with one of the parties qualified to hold a primary in NYC may vote to nominate their party's candidate to run in the general election. Absentee ballots must be postmarked by Monday, September 13. Learn
more Locate your poll site Learn about NYC's new voting system Visit the Board of Elections website
College
Bridge Program
Are you a recent high school grad interested in going to college?
District 79 has designed a 13-week course to help high school and
GED graduates build skills in reading, writing, and math in order
to excel on college entrance exams. Apply by September 15. Learn
more
Green
Education and Training at CUNY
The City University of New York (CUNY), committed to leading the
way to a greener future, is now offering green energy and training
programs for individuals, unions, employers, and other organizations. Learn
more
Shape
Up NYC Nutrition Seminars
In addition to free fitness classes, Shape Up NYC is now offering
expert nutrition advice. Through a new partnership with Shape magazine,
Shape Up NYC is holding free nutrition seminars alongside its most
popular classes. Get
the schedule and learn more
The 2010 Cycling Map Is Now Available
The New York City Cycling Map is a free annual publication of the Department of Transportation (DOT), showing bike lanes, greenways, parks, bike shops, and subway stations in all five boroughs. Download a copy (in PDF) or visit the DOT website.
It is Easy to Learn about Health Insurance Options
NYC Health Insurance Link can help you find and compare private health insurance plans for individuals and small businesses. Use this free online tool to view prices and benefits side by side and find a plan that fits your needs.
You
Can Purchase NYC Parking Cards Online or Via CityStore Prepare ahead for parking in the City, purchase
an NYC Parking Card online
or via CityStore. Learn
more about NYC Parking Cards at the DOT website.
You
Can Get Restaurant Inspection Results Online Find information on the latest inspection of
each of New
York City's more than 20,000 restaurants from the Department of Health
and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH).
