Below are notices and information from government agencies, community-based organizations, and other community stakeholders.
View the CD4 Film/TV Shoot Notices + General Street Closures List
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A reminder that this Thursday, October 10 from 6-8pm at Borough Hall, the Office of Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso will co-host a public meeting with the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation about their Community Air Monitoring Initiative for Brooklyn. DEC recently released the results of hyper-local air quality data collected in the most impacted areas of the borough between 2022-2023. As part of the initiative, which was the largest in state history, DEC’s contractor, Aclima, Inc., used hybrid vehicles equipped with mobile sensors to measure local air pollution from sources such as cars, diesel trucks, construction equipment, commercial sources, industrial facilities, and more. They have released a website with more information about the initiative, including a detailed “story map,” and interactive maps and analysis tools so anyone can review the data collected. At this meeting, Brooklynites can review this information together with DEC and provide their input and feedback about their experience with air quality in their neighborhood, to inform mitigation strategies that will be developed over the next few months.
Owners of retaining walls that are 10 feet or higher and fronting a public right of way are required by NYC Administrative Code §28-305.4 to hire a NYS licensed professional engineer who is designated by the Department of Buildings as a Qualified Retaining Wall Inspector (QRWI) to inspect the structure at least once every five years and file a report with DOB according to the schedule set out in 1 RCNY §103-09. Retaining Wall Report Filing Process (nyc.gov).
Civil Penalties for Failure to File Retaining Wall Report
Beginning with Cycle 3, owners who fail to file an acceptable retaining wall compliance report with the Department of Buildings by the due date will be subject to the civil penalties listed in 1 RCNY Section 103-09.
The NYC Health Department (DOHMH) is holding a series of free Covid and Flu vaccinations events beginning Thursday October 17, 2024 through Wednesday October 30, 2024. All locations are DOHMH sites except for Staten Island. We are not utilizing social media to promote these events at this time as DOHMH is specifically targeting outreach to high risk (e.g., 65+) and underserved populations in these zip codes. Our goal is to reach people for whom vaccination is most important like seniors and people without insurance.
Dates (all sites)
Thursday, October 17, 2024, through Wednesday, October 30, 2024,
Monday through Saturday; closed Sundays
Location and Times
Bedford Health Action Center
485 Throop Ave Brooklyn NY 11221
718-637-5453
Monday to Saturday,10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Target ZIPS: 11221, 11233, 11216, 11213
We’d like to inform you about an entry-level job opportunity for Track Worker at MTA NYC Transit that is currently open for filing until October 21, 2024. The current minimum salary for Track Worker is $27.00 per hour for a 40-hour work week increasing to $38.57 in the sixth year of service.
This title has no minimum education or experience requirement, and it offers advancement opportunity.
Tips for applying:
Use the following link to locate the Notice of Examination Filing (application) for NYC Transit Track Worker, Open Competitive Exam No. 5608. (Scroll down the list of exam titles to locate Track Worker.) https://new.mta.info/careers/mta-exams/exam-schedule
The link to the on-line application is in the “How to Submit an Application” section, Page (3) Section (1) in the Notice of Examination. Applicants who are seeking a Fee Waiver for this exam filing, do not fill out Sections. Applicants filing for a FEE WAIVER, should NOT COMPLETE Steps 5, 6, or 7 IN THE ONLINE APPLICATIONS.
Application Fee: There is a $68.00 application fee to file for this exam; however, qualified applicants may obtain a fee waiver. The FEE WAIVER application is in the “How to Submit an Application” Section, Page (4) Section (4). The fee waiver application is filed outside of the online application and must be completed by November 4, 2024.
We are looking for partners to host and promote Diabetes Self Management Workshops.
The NYC Health Department is offering free Diabetes Self-Management workshops in Bushwick and across Brooklyn! These workshops are an evidence–based, five-week course led by a registered dietician in which participants learn tools to help them manage diabetes. These workshops can be offered in English and Spanish.
Requirements to host a class are:
The health department will provide:
If you are interested in hosting Diabetes Self-Management classes please contact Tanisha Herrera-Pearce at 718-637-5226 or therrera@health.nyc.gov.
For information on classes that are already happening, please check our website for the most recent classes. New classes are added weekly. Flyers of the most recent classes are here to share with your networks.
The time is quickly approaching. There are still slots available, if you or anyone you know need a Free Mammogram, please sign-up and share.
The Community Engagement team at the Brooklyn Neighborhood Health is happy to Bring you FREE MAMMOGRAM SCREENING. We have partnered with the American – Italian Cancer Foundation to host the Mammogram Bus at our Farmers Market on October 11, 2024 at 485 Throop Ave from 9 AM to 4:30 PM, in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month. See flyer.
To be eligible you must be:
Services are at no-cost. No co-pays required and deductibles are waived. Uninsured patients also welcomed. Please bring your photo ID and health insurance card (if insured)
Schedule a no-cost mammogram today! Email: cjosephleconte@health.nyc.gov Call: 718-637-5317 or 1-877-628-9090
EARLY DETECTION OF BREAST CANCER SAVES LIVES!
Please help us spread the word to your business networks about a new federal reporting requirement. Enacted to curb illicit finance, the Corporate Transparency Act requires many companies doing business in the United States to report information about the individuals who ultimately own or control them.
Filing is free of charge. Existing companies created before January 1, 2024, must file by January 1, 2025. Companies created or registered after January 1, 2024, have 90 calendar days to file after receiving notice that their company’s creation is effective.
Free resources are available to help businesses.
If you’re an accredited certified fitness professional who wants to make a real difference in your community, Shape Up NYC is a great opportunity for you. We’re looking for passionate people who want to contribute to their community and provide a valuable service.
About the Opportunity
Our Shape Up NYC volunteers teach free fitness classes in public spaces such as libraries, community centers, older adult centers, recreation centers, and parks (weather permitting) across all five boroughs.
The classes are open to everyone 18+ and only require a commitment of one hour per week for at least 12 weeks. You’ll be able to offer free weekly group fitness classes in your area of expertise, and this role allows for flexibility and creativity.
For more information, visit the NYC Parks website.
Early Voting
Vote early in person before Election Day! Find your early voting site and hours.
Early mail/absentee ballot and voter registration form request deadline
Last day for the Board of Elections to receive an application for Early mail ballot, absentee ballot, and voter registration form by mail, online portal, email, or fax.
Voter registration application deadline
Last day voter registration application must be received by the Board of Elections by mail or in person. Find your borough Board of Elections office.
Early mail/absentee ballot request deadline (in-person)
Last day to apply in person at Board of Elections for Early Mail Ballot and Absentee Ballots. Find your borough Board of Elections office.
Election Day
Polls are open 6am-9pm. Find your poll site.
Deadline to return early mail/absentee ballot
Last day to postmark your early mail ballot and absentee ballot return envelope. Last day to deliver a ballot in person at the Board of Elections or drop it off at a poll site. Find your poll site.
Beginning November 12, 2024, all properties with 1-9 residential units will be required to use bins (55 gallons or less), with secure lids to set out trash. This rule also applies to any special-use building with DSNY collection—including City agencies, houses of worship, and nonprofits.
You can use a compliant bin (55 gallons or less with a secure lid) that you already have, but starting June 2026, you MUST use an Official NYC Bin.
NYC Official Bin
The NYC Bin is available for purchase at a significantly lower price than similar bins at retail stores, at www.bins.nyc or by calling 1-855-NYC-BINS.
Order your Official NYC Bins by October 1 to get guaranteed delivery by November 12!
DSNY will retrofit or replace hundreds of collection trucks by 2026, adding mechanical tipping arms compatible with the new bins. This upgrade will speed up collection and minimize the possibility of spills that occur with manual collection.
Spread the Word
Recycling and Composting
NYC Bins are available to order for recycling and composting, although they are not required. Compost must be set out in bins (55 gallons or less) with secure lids. Curbside Composting is mandatory in Brooklyn and Queens and will expand to all five boroughs October 6.
About the New York City Department of Sanitation
The Department of Sanitation (DSNY) keeps New York City healthy, safe and clean by collecting, recycling and disposing of waste, cleaning streets and vacant lots, and clearing snow and ice. The Department operates 59 district garages and manages a fleet of more than 2,000 rear-loading collection trucks, 450 mechanical brooms and 705 salt spreaders. The Department clears litter, snow and ice from approximately 6,500 miles of City streets and removes debris from vacant lots as well as abandoned vehicles from City streets.
On Wednesday, September 25th, the NYC DOT will conduct maintenance on the Brooklyn Bridge. As a result, there will be single-lane, rolling closures in both directions from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. These closures will be limited to the immediate work zone of approximately 40 feet as the work crew progresses. Only one lane at a time will be closed.
Click here for a downloadable version of this notice.
The NYC Health Department is offering Diabetes Self-Management Classes in Bedford Stuyvesant that start September 25th. These workshops are free evidence–based, five or six-week courses in which participants learn tools to help them manage diabetes. The next class will be:
Wednesdays,
September 25th, 2024
to October 23rd, 2024
6:00PM-8:00PM
415 Lexington Avenue, #1B
(Community Room)
Brooklyn, NY 11216
Participants who attend all five classes in a series will receive a free FitBit while supplies last.
For Immediate Release
September 16, 2024
Multilingual Survey, Website Mark the Start of Engagement for the Industrial Development Strategic Plan
New Research Offers Insight into Strengths, Challenges Facing Industrial Sector
NEW YORK – Department of City Planning (DCP) Director Dan Garodnick, Department of Small Business Services (SBS) Acting Commissioner Dynishal Gross, and New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYC EDC) President Andrew Kimball today announced the launch of the NYC Industrial Plan, a comprehensive framework to support the development of industrial businesses and jobs. Outlined in Local Law 172-2023, sponsored by City Council Majority Leader Amanda Farias, the New York City Industrial Development Strategic Plan will bolster the development and adaptation of a modern, sustainable industrial economy.
To kick off the planning process, the Adams administration is initiating a period of public engagement, which includes a multilingual survey and outreach to a wide range of stakeholders across New York City, including industrial businesses, service providers, advocates, and New Yorkers who work in and live nearby industrial businesses. In combination with robust analysis of the industrial sector’s strengths and challenges today, the insights gained from this engagement will inform the NYC Industrial Plan’s draft vision and goals. A draft report developed by an interagency team including DCP, EDC, SBS, the Department of Transportation, Mayor’s Office of Climate and Environmental Justice, and other relevant agencies is expected in mid-2025, and the final NYC Industrial Plan will be released by the end of 2025.
New York’s industrial sector plays an important role in the city’s economy, encompassing more than 590,000 public and private sector jobs across sub-sectors of construction, transportation and logistics, wholesaling, information and media, manufacturing, waste management, repair, and energy/utilities. The Industrial Plan comes at a pivotal moment, as the sector adapts to modern business needs and faces challenges such as competition for space and climate change. The plan will serve as a guide for policymakers to support businesses, workers, neighbors and neighborhoods, and the industrial sector as a whole.
In addition to the survey, the NYC Industrial Plan is launching with a website that features new research on the composition and geography of the industrial sector, as well as early descriptions of the challenges it faces and role it plays in the city’s evolving economy. The final plan will include additional detailed research on land use and development conditions in the city’s industrial areas, market research on the growth patterns and space needs of industrial businesses, information on the infrastructure and environmental challenges of industrial areas, and the first ever designation of "Primary Industrial Areas," a new classification for predominantly industrial areas.
The NYC Industrial Plan will build on recent and ongoing initiatives across New York City, including:
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Department of City Planning
The Department of City Planning (DCP) plans for the strategic growth and development of the City through ground-up planning with communities, the development of land use policies and zoning regulations applicable citywide, and its contribution to the preparation of the City’s 10-year Capital Strategy. DCP promotes housing production and affordability, fosters economic development and coordinated investments in infrastructure and services, and supports resilient, sustainable communities across the five boroughs for a more equitable New York City.
In addition, DCP supports the City Planning Commission in its annual review of approximately 450 land use applications for a variety of discretionary approvals. The Department also assists both government agencies and the public by advising on strategic and capital planning and providing policy analysis, technical assistance and data relating to housing, transportation, community facilities, demography, zoning, urban design, waterfront areas and public open space.
The Commission on Human Rights is requesting your support in spreading the word about our “Understanding New Yorkers’ Experiences with Discrimination” survey!
This comprehensive citywide survey explores New Yorkers' experiences and perceptions of discrimination in their daily lives. The survey covers several key themes around the perceptions of where and why discrimination occurs, contributors to discrimination, willingness to report discrimination and familiarity with the Commission. All responses will inform the Commission’s impact, outreach efforts, and collaborations with other local government agencies.
Available in over 10 languages, this survey is part of our new TogetherNYC campaign, which encourages all New Yorkers to take actions to reduce and prevent discrimination.
Please be advised there will be scheduled renewal of mainline track on the Jamaica Line (JMZ) north and south of the Broadway-Myrtle Ave Station in Brooklyn. This project is scheduled for two consecutive weekends, commencing on Friday, September 6th, 2024, and ending on Sunday, September 15th, 2024. Scheduled working hours will be as follows: 6:00AM-4:00PM on Fridays for preparatory work, which includes the staging of street cranes, track panels and related materials at the crane sites listed below, and 5:00AM-9:00PM on Saturdays and Sundays, for track removal and installation. NYC Transit will have a maximum of two cranes staged adjacent to the elevated structure for hoisting and lowering of track panels and materials at the locations listed below.
NYCDOT-approved flagging and traffic devices will be utilized for the safety of the public. Parking will not be permitted on Myrtle Avenue between Park Avenue and Myrtle Avenue t to allow for traffic diversions, maintaining one lane opened at all times. Parking will also be restricted for 150 feet along each curb lane at each crane location to allow for the placement of cranes and materials.
Crane Locations and Potential Road Closures:
Park Avenue, between Marcus Garvey & Broadway - (Partial Closure 06:00-16:00 Fri / 5:00-21:00 Sat & Sun).
Lewis Avenue, between Broadway & Myrtle Ave - (Closed 06:00-16:00 Fri / 05:00-21:00 Sat & Sun).
Stockton St, between Lewis Ave & Broadway - (Closed 06:00-16:00 Fri / 05:00-21:00 Sat & Sun).
Broadway, between Park Ave & Myrtle Ave - (Reduced to (1) Lane in each direction 5:00-21:00 Sat & Sun).
Crane Locations & Street Closures:
Broadway, between Myrtle Ave & Vernon Ave – (Closed 05:00-21:00 Saturday & Sunday).
Stuyvesant Ave, between Broadway & Vernon Ave - (Closed 06:00-16:00 Fri / 05:00-21:00 Sat & Sun).
We thank the local communities for their patience while we perform this important capital work in order to maintain the safety and efficiency of the track in this area.
Fall SAFE Disposal Events Start Soon!
First Event is Saturday, September 14 in Queens;
Events Give Residents an Easy Way to Dispose of Potentially Harmful Household Items
The New York City Department of Sanitation has announced its fall 2024 SAFE Disposal (Solvents, Automotive, Flammables, and Electronics) Events schedule. The events provide city residents an easy way to safely dispose of potentially harmful household products. The first event of the season will be held Saturday, September 14, at the Cunningham Park, Ball Field Parking Lot in Queens.
Household products such as pesticides, strong cleaners, mercury-containing devices, paints, automotive fluids, and medications may be brought to the drop-off events. Residents can also bring electronics, which may no longer be collected with trash and other recycling, due to a New York state law. Only city residential waste will be accepted.
The Department will hold five SAFE Disposal events this fall, one in each borough. All events are rain or shine, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The fall events are:
Cunningham Park, Ball Field Parking Lot
Cars enter on Francis Lewis Boulevard between Union Turnpike and Grand Central Parkway
Union Square, North Plaza
South side of 17th Street, between Park Avenue South and Broadway
Cars approach from Park Avenue South & 20th Street
Brooklyn Army Terminal, Pier 4 Parking Lot
Cars line up at 63rd Street and 2nd Avenue (follow blue signs to Ferry Parking)
Co-Sponsored by NYCEDC
Midland Beach Parking Lot 8
Father Capodanno Boulevard & Hunter Avenue
Cars approach from Slater Boulevard
Orchard Beach Parking Lot
Cars follow Park Drive to the end
To identify harmful products, look for items marked DANGER, WARNING, POISON, or CAUTION.
Examples of Accepted Items
Materials collected are either recycled, blended for fuel, or sent to licensed hazardous waste treatment facilities for safe disposal.
For those unable to participate in these events, visit www.nyc.gov/safedisposal or contact 311 for additional disposal options.
More information, with full list of accepted items, available at nyc.gov/SafeEvents.
Trucks Will Spray Pesticide in Parts of Queens and Brooklyn-Queens on September 10 and 12, Respectively.
September 5, 2024 – To reduce mosquito activity and the risk of West Nile virus, the Health Department will conduct adulticide treatments in Queens and Brooklyn.
Trucks will spray pesticides in sections of Queens beginning Tuesday, September 10, 2024, between the hours of 8:30 PM and 6:00 AM the following morning. In case of bad weather, application will be delayed until Wednesday, September 11, 2024, between the hours of 8:30 PM and 6:00 AM the following morning.
Trucks will spray pesticides in sections of Brooklyn-Queens beginning on Thursday, September 12, 2024, between the hours of 10:30 PM and 6:00 AM the following morning. In case of bad weather, application will be delayed until Monday, September 16, 2024, between the hours of 10:30 PM and 6:00 AM the following morning.
The Health Department will use very low concentrations of Anvil® 10+10, Duet® or MERUS® 3. The risks of pesticides applied by the Health Department for mosquito control are low to people and pets. Some people who are sensitive to spray ingredients may experience short-term eye or throat irritation, or a rash. People with respiratory conditions may also be affected.
To stay safe during spraying:
After spraying:
The most effective way to control mosquitoes is to eliminate any standing water. New Yorkers are also encouraged to mosquito-proof their homes and take precautions when spending time outdoors.
Reducing exposure to mosquitoes
Report standing water by calling 311 or visiting nyc.gov/health/wnv. For more information about West Nile virus, call 311 or visit nyc.gov.
Locations of truck spraying in Queens for Tuesday, September 10, 2024
Borough |
Neighborhoods |
Boundaries |
Zip Codes |
Queens |
Parts of Arverne, Arverne By The Sea, Bayswater, Belle Harbor, Edgemere, Far Rockaway, Hammels, Neponsit, Rockaway Beach, Rockaway Park, Seaside, Somerville, and Wave Crest. |
Bordered by Beach 149 Street to the West; Jamaica Bay to the North; Queens-Nassau County Boundary to the East; and Atlantic Ocean to the South. |
Parts of 11691, 11692, 11693, and 11694. |
Locations of truck spraying in Brooklyn-Queens for Tuesday, September 12, 2024
Borough |
Neighborhoods |
Boundaries |
Zip Codes |
Brooklyn-Queens |
Parts of Broadway Junction, Brownsville, Bushwick, Cypress Hills, East Williamsburg, Ocean Hill, and Ridgewood. |
Bordered by Brooklyn-Queens Expressway to the West; Newtown Creek, Scott Avenue, Johnson Avenue, Cypress Avenue, Menahan Street, Wyckoff Avenue, Halsey Street, Irving Avenue, Cooper Avenue, Cypress Avenue, Jackie Robinson Parkway to the North; Cypress Hills Street, Euclid Avenue to the East; and, Atlantic Avenue, Pennsylvania Avenue, Pitkin Avenue, Howard Avenue, Broadway, Myrtle Avenue, Marcy Avenue to the South. |
Parts of 11206, 11207, 11208, 11211, 11212, 11221, 11222, 11233, 11237, and 11385 |
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MEDIA CONTACT: Patrick Gallahue: pressoffice@health.nyc.gov
Get ready for the 44th Annual GreenThumb Harvest Fair on Saturday, September 28, 2024 from noon to 4:00 p.m. at El Jardin del Paraiso at 710 E 5th St. in Manhattan. Join us and GreenThumb community gardeners in celebrating the start of fall with workshops, live entertainment, healthy cooking demonstrations, and more!
At this year's Harvest Fair, take part in our 2024 Harvest Fair Passport! Complete a few assignments during the event to get three stamps in order to receive a 2024 GreenThumb gardener t-shirt with the winning t-shirt design by Melissa Zavala! Assignments include visiting a greening partner table, visiting the Harvest Fair Competition display, and more.
Keep an eye out for our special Harvest Fair Newsletter going out the week of Harvest Fair for a full schedule of the day!
Rain Date:
In case of severe weather, a smaller scale event will take place at El Jardin del Paraiso on Sunday, September 29, 2024.
Volunteer at the GreenThumb Harvest Fair 2024
We are seeking dedicated volunteers to assist at the 44th Annual GreenThumb Harvest Fair on Saturday, September 28, 2024 at El Jardin del Paraiso in Manhattan. To volunteer, you must be 18 or older and able to commit to the entire event from 10:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., and a 1-hour virtual volunteer orientation. Lunch and t-shirt will be provided. For more information and to register, please fill out the 2024 Harvest Fair Volunteer Form.
The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) would like to know what you think quality HIV prevention and sexual health care should look like in New York City, including HIV testing, STI testing and treatment, HIV PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) and emergency PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis), immediate initiation of HIV treatment, and supportive services.
Take our brief survey, here, by September 13, 2024. The survey should take five to 10 minutes. Your feedback will inform the NYC Health Department’s future HIV prevention and sexual health programming and services.
The New York City Department of Veterans Services (NYCDVS) are thrilled to invite you to the Greater NYC Veteran and Military Family Summit, a landmark event hosted at Yankee Stadium on Friday, September 20th, 2024. This summit is a collaborative effort with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Blue Star Families, and the Center for Women Veterans, dedicated to supporting veterans, active-duty service members, and their families.
Date: September 20, 2024
Location: Yankee Stadium | 1 East 161st Street The Bronx, NY 10451
Time: 9:00 A.M. - 3:30 P.M.
Registration Link: Greater NYC Veteran and Military Family Summit
The summit aims to bridge gaps and build a stronger community for those who have served our nation. It is more than just a gathering; it is a commitment to recognizing the challenges veterans and military families face and providing them with the resources they need to thrive.
Our Partners and Their Roles
Be sure to check out the flyer for a breakdown of the day’s events. Your involvement is essential in helping us reach every veteran and military family who could benefit from the services and activities offered. Together, we can build a network of support and solidarity, ensuring that those who have served feel valued and connected.
Help us spread the word and maximize participation by sharing the attached flyer. Let’s come together to make a meaningful impact in the lives of veterans and their families, honoring their sacrifices with the support and resources they deserve.
We look forward to welcoming you to Yankee Stadium on September 20th for this important and inspiring event!
We are happy to announce that our Rat Academy on September 17, 2024 at 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. will have live Spanish Interpretation available.
Register here.
Nos complace anunciar que nuestra Rat Academy el 17 de septiembre de 2024 a las 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. tendrá interpretación en español en vivo disponible.
Regístrese aquí.
Building on the success of our flagship adventure playground on Governors Island, play:groundNYC is launching a search for a second location to bring transformative adventure play to even more young people across New York City.
Have a site or an idea for us? Respond to our request for interest now with an extended deadline: October 1, 2024.
Registration is now open for upcoming Carpentry, Plumbing and Electrical training at Positive Learning Center.
Visit us at www.plc-nyc.org/training to register online or use the direct links below:
Carpentry begins Monday, September 9 & registration closes Tuesday, September 3 at 6:00PM - REGISTER HERE à
https://form.jotform.com/242255476822157
Electrical begins Monday, September 9 & registration closes Tuesday, September 3 at 6:00PM - REGISTER HERE à
https://form.jotform.com/242256514292152
Plumbing begins Monday, September 23 & registration closes Monday, September 16 at 6:00PM - REGISTER HERE à
https://form.jotform.com/242256027786159
The Interborough Express (IBX) will be kicking off the environmental review process and preliminary engineering as the next steps in this exciting and transformative project that would create 14 miles of new public transit between Brooklyn and Queens.
Attend our upcoming Open House to learn more about the project and how to share your feedback. Register here: https://bit.ly/3XhQviz.
Open House
Monday, 9/16/2024
6:00 – 8:00 pm
127 Pennsylvania Avenue (3rd Floor)
Brooklyn, NY 11207
You can learn more about the IBX here.
Look no further for your NYC housing answers. Housing Information Classes covers all the housing questions you have. Presented by the NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) in partnership with NYC Public Schools’ Parent University.
Live translation available in Spanish and Chinese! For translation into other languages please indicate when you register!
All classes are 100% free and taught over Zoom.
Learn from experts about all the housing resources you can access for free. From pest removal to responding to violations to navigating Housing Court. Our classes are taught by the housing experts that renters and homeowners need to work with.
We’re ready to help everyone: tenants and homeowners, new residents and long-time New Yorkers.
Classes Schedule:
More classes coming! Check the HPD Events page (filter categories by Housing Information Class).
Please be advised that due to track replacement work there will be no M service from 3:30AM Saturday to 10:00PM Sunday on Sept 7-8th and Sept 14-15th.
(No J between Broadway Junction and Marcy Av during this time).
For direct service to/from Manhattan, take the L via transfer at Myrtle-Wyckoff Avs.
As always please consult the MTA website or the MyMTA app for the latest service information and alternative service options. Customers can also sign up for the MTA’s customer real-time email and text alert system, or call 511 for service-related information. To stay up-to-date on weekend service, customers can sign up for our MTA Weekender newsletter.
Please be advised that due to track replacement work there will be no J service in Brooklyn between Broadway Junction and Marcy Av from 3:30AM Saturday to 10:00PM Sunday, on Sept 7-8th and Sept 14-15th.
J service will run in two sections:
Free shuttle buses will make stops between Broadway Junction and Marcy Av. For service between Brooklyn and Manhattan, customers can take the A, C, or L via transfer at Broadway Junction.
As always please consult the MTA website or the MyMTA app for the latest service information and alternative service options. Customers can also sign up for the MTA’s customer real-time email and text alert system, or call 511 for service-related information. To stay up-to-date on weekend service, customers can sign up for our MTA Weekender newsletter.
We are excited to announce that the Civic Engagement Commission (CEC) is taking applications from organizations for the implementation of 20 community-driven expense projects funded through the city's participatory budgeting (PB) initiative, The People’s Money. Take a look at this year's winning projects here. All 20 projects were proposed, vetted, and selected by the community through this PB process which engaged over 140,000 New Yorkers.
Your organization is invited to apply for this upcoming opportunity! We are looking for impactful projects that can make a significant difference in our neighborhoods. The PB initiative is designed to support projects that address a wide range of community priorities, including but not limited to education, health, safety, and arts.
Eligible applicants must:
Additional details about the application:
Register to attend an our application information sessions on Zoom:
We also encourage you to share this opportunity with your network and/or community partners! If you’re not interested in applying to implement a project, we are looking for passionate community-based partners to evaluate and score applications for this funding initiative. If you would like to participate in this way, reach out to opportunities@civicengagement.nyc.gov.
Local Law 154 of 2021 prohibits the onsite combustion of fuels that emit more than 25kg CO2 / MMBTU.
What does this mean?
The City is phasing out the usage of natural gas and fuel oil in buildings for cooking, heating and service hot water (Service HW). This impacts appliances such as cooking ranges and clothes dryers.
What types of applications are affected and when?
New Building or Alt-CO New Building with Existing Elements to Remain (alterations that must be filed as New Buildings), submitting applications on or after these dates:
January 1, 2024: - Group R-3 (1,2 family homes)
- All other occupancies less than 7 stories (excluding Service HW)
- December 31, 2024: for NYC School Construction Authority projects
- December 31, 2025: for Affordable Housing* less than 7 stories (excluding Service HW)
- July 2, 2027: for all occupancies (includes Service HW)
- December 31, 2027: for Affordable Housing* 7 stories or taller (includes Service HW)
*50% or more of the units are subject to a regulatory agreement, restrictive declaration, or similar instrument with a federal, state, or local governmental entity or instrumentality for the creation or preservation of affordable housing.
Are there exceptions to the law?
Yes. The following are exceptions to the law:
- Buildings used by a regulated utility for energy generation
- Buildings operated by DEP for treatment of sewage or food waste
- Specific spaces within buildings in which fossil fuels are necessary for a manufacturing use or purpose, such as:
- Laboratories
- Laundromats
- Hospitals and Crematoria
- Commercial Kitchens
- For Emergency or Standby Power
Gentle Reminder - Annual Parapet Observations
Beginning on January 1, 2024, every building owner must have an observation of the parapet on their building(s) performed in accordance with the requirements of Section 28-301.1.1 of the New York City Administrative Code. This requirement applies to all buildings with parapets fronting the public right-of-way, regardless of height.
EXCEPT:
The observation must include close-up inspections of the entire parapet which could be conducted from a fire escape or roof. See 1 RCNY §103-15 for more information on observation and report requirements.
Report Requirements The person performing the observation or the owner in consultation with the person performing the observation is required to prepare a report of the observation. Owners must maintain the observation reports for at least 6 years and make the reports available to DOB upon request. Review 1 RCNY §103-15 for more information about the observation and report requirements.
As per Maintenance of Buildings_Chapter3 §28 - 301.1.1 Parapets.
A building’s parapet shall be maintained in a safe condition. A building owner must have an annual parapet observation performed as described in the rules of the department. This observation must be performed on all buildings, regardless of height
How is a parapet defined? 1 RCNY 103-15 defines a parapet as the part of any wall entirely above the roof line
What is considered a public right-of-way? The elevation of an exterior wall is part of the public right-of-way if a member of the public who is not associated with the property in question can freely walk up to the façade of the building, even if that exterior wall is on private property. Buildings with a continuous barrier within a perpendicular distance from the exterior wall that is equal to or less than half the height of the exterior wall must be inspected.
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I am excited to announce that we have the vote results of The People’s Money, New York City’s annual citywide participatory budgeting process! From May 1 through June 16, close to 140,000 New Yorkers voted to select 20 community projects to be funded with $3.5 million in mayoral expense funding. The winning projects address a variety of community priorities, such as youth job training and college preparedness, mental wellness, food access services for older adults and people with disabilities, art programming, and employment readiness for immigrants. The projects will be implemented by community organizations to be selected through a competitive process.
Distribution of project funding for each borough is based on population and poverty indicators. The list of winning projects and breakdown of funding is:
The projects listed on the five borough ballots were selected by demographically representative Borough Assembly Committees made up of volunteers who reviewed hundreds of project ideas submitted by New Yorkers in the Idea Generation Phase.
Based on the participation of hundreds of New Yorkers during idea generation and the vote period, we are convinced that New Yorkers know best about the challenges in their communities, they want to be at the table to propose solutions, and to have a direct say in how the City budget is spent to respond to their priorities.
The People’s Money exemplifies our commitment to put community voice first. We are grateful to over 100 partners who made it possible to reach thousands of residents all across the City and to all the residents who added their voices to this process.
We are excited to partner with community organizations to implement the projects so that New Yorkers will see direct results of their participation and have proof that their voices have impact.
Thank you for your commitment to democracy, and your support for the People’s Money!
Dr. Sarah Sayeed
Chair and Executive Director
NYC Civic Engagement Commission
The New York City Department of Transportation is excited to announce the third annual Trick-or-Streets season! Today, we would like to encourage you to fill out the Trick-or-Streets Expression of Interest form to become an official participant in this year's festivities. The deadline to submit an expression of interest is Friday, August 30th at 5 pm.
Why participate?
Trick-or-Streets is NYC DOT’s annual citywide celebration of the Halloween season. We host and work with community partners to plan activations throughout the entire month of October leading up to Halloween, adding space for more pedestrian circulation during one of the busiest times of the year for NYC’s streets. We are looking forward to working with even more Open Streets, Plaza, and community partners on the fun and engaging Halloween events that you may already be planning! This is an opportunity to gather with your community in a car-free space and experience the Halloween holiday like never before! While not guaranteed, in some cases NYC DOT may be able to offer limited support for your event! Support includes providing free programming and festive giveaways! Plus, your event will be featured on the NYC DOT website and regularly promoted through press releases and social media. With your participation, we can reimagine what is possible in our public spaces, all while celebrating the spookiest time of year!
For more information about our ghoulish public realm initiative, please visit the official Trick-or-Streets website (nyc.gov/TrickOrStreets). We will be adding new and exciting information, events, and announcements to the website as we get closer to the October launch, so stay tuned!
Feel free to reach out if you have any questions and share this opportunity widely. We're looking forward to the scary good times ahead!
https://www.nyc.gov/html/dot/html/pedestrians/trickorstreets.shtml
The NYC Health Department Bureau of Brooklyn Neighborhood Health is offering Diabetes Self-Management Classes that start next week! These workshops are free evidence–based, five or six-week courses in which participants learn tools to help them manage diabetes.
Participants who attend all five classes in a series will receive a free FitBit while supplies last. Below is information for the upcoming classes:
Interfaith (Virtual Classes)
(Link provided after registration)
Thursdays, 08/15/24- 09/19/24
From 5:30PM-7:00PM
NEBHDCO
376 Throop Ave Brooklyn, NY 11221
Fridays, 09/06/24-10/04/24
From 11:00AM-1:00PM
Restoration
415 Lexington Avenue, #1B
(Community Room)
Brooklyn, NY 11216
Wednesdays, 09/25/24 -10/23/24
From 06:00PM-08:00PM
Please consider sharing this information with anyone you know.
Our annual survey is closing soon and we need your feedback ASAP! We at Evergreen are asking you to respond to our Business Engagement Survey which is closing on Monday so we can be best positioned to support you! Survey results are used to inform our organization's priorities, advocacy campaigns and program offerings.
Your information will not be shared publicly.
You may have met this summer's Evergreen interns, Luke Rogers and Leo Shaw, as they were visiting business throughout our catchment area. If you did not have time to chat when they visited your business, please fill out our survey now! If you prefer to meet with staff you can still schedule an appointment to meet either at your place of business or over the telephone to discuss your business needs.
Otherwise, please fill out the survey online at your convenience. Please complete the survey with as much detail as possible. The entire survey should take no more than 10 minutes to complete.
Monday is the last day to submit your responses.
If you have any questions please contact Karen Nieves.
Attention property owners and managers: Beginning November 12, 2024, all properties with 1-9 residential units will be required to use bins (55 gallons or less), with secure lids to set out trash.
You can use a compliant bin (55 gallons or less with a secure lid) that you already have, but starting June 2026, you MUST use an Official NYC Bin.
The NYC Department of Sanitation (DSNY) is committed to making New York City cleaner and healthier by removing bags of trash on the street and reducing rats—improving the quality of life for all New Yorkers. The NYC Bin is the next step in New York City's plan to get black bags of garbage off the streets and make our city cleaner and safer for all New Yorkers.
Order your Official NYC Bins by October 1st to comply with new rules for setting out trash!
The NYC Bin is available for purchase at a significantly lower price than similar bins at retail stores, at www.bins.nyc or by calling 1-855-NYC-BINS.
DSNY will retrofit or replace hundreds of collection trucks, adding mechanical tipping arms compatible with the new bins. This upgrade will speed up collection and minimize the possibility of spills that occur with manual collection.
Recycling and Composting
NYC Bins are available to order for recycling and composting, although they are not required. Compost must be set out in bins (55 gallons or less) with secure lids. Curbside Composting is mandatory in Brooklyn and Queens and will expand to all five boroughs this October.
Learn More!
Join one of our weekly online info sessions to learn more about residential containerization across the city.
As the remnants of Tropical Storm Debby move into the region, the New York City Emergency Management Department has issued a Travel Advisory for Tuesday, August 6 into Wednesday, August 7. The National Weather Service has issued a citywide Flood Watch in effect from 2:00 p.m. Tuesday to 12:00 p.m. Wednesday.
The resources listed below can help guide businesses before, during, and after an emergency. Please help spread the word.
Communications Toolkit: Please amplify messaging from Notify NYC and SBS social media accounts. Additionally, the information listed on our website can be shared by email, text, or social media post as a whole or in parts, depending on a specific disruptive event:
Collateral to Print for In-person Outreach: If your organization is planning to go door-to-door visiting businesses in your neighborhood before or after an emergency, please print and hand out SBS's emergency services brochure in English +13 other languages. These can also be emailed to your constituents as a PDF attachment. Do not modify or convert these files to images that will be embedded on websites, in e-mails, etc., which makes them inaccessible for people with disabilities. Learn more about accessibility and best practices here.
Due to recent law changes, Local Law 32 of 2024, in relation to unlicensed mobile car wash operators, DCWP launched an outreach campaign to create greater awareness of mobile car wash license requirements and inform community members of the transition of future enforcement efforts to the Department of Sanitation (DSNY). We have shared information directly to operators regarding the license application process and penalties regarding operating without a license.
The outreach efforts conclude on August 14, 2024. Starting August 15, 2024, please send all inquiries regarding Mobile Car Wash enforcement to the Department of Sanitation.
NYCEM ACTIVATES CITY'S FLASH FLOOD EMERGENCY PLAN AND PLACES CITY'S RESPONSE AGENCIES AND CREWS ON ALERT
A second heavy rainfall is also possible later this week as the remnants of Tropical Storm Debby move into the region
August 5, 2024 – The New York City Emergency Management Department has issued a Travel Advisory for Tuesday, August 6 into Wednesday, August 7. The National Weather Service has issued a citywide Flood Watch in effect from 2:00 p.m. tomorrow Tuesday to 12:00 p.m. Wednesday. According to the latest forecast, a frontal boundary will move through the metro area beginning tomorrow and will stall in the region into Wednesday. A few isolated showers and thunderstorms may produce briefly heavy rainfall and minor flooding as early as tomorrow morning with storms increasing in coverage by the afternoon. More widespread showers and thunderstorms may develop over the city overnight into Wednesday morning, with the potential for continued storm activity during the day Wednesday. As of right now, the worst of the impacts are anticipated tomorrow evening and overnight into early Wednesday morning.
The magnitude and location of heavy rain and flooding remains uncertain. Currently, the NWS predicts the heaviest rain to occur to the southwest of the city. The latest forecast calls for 1 to 2 inches of rain with locally higher amounts possible. Increased amounts will be possible if the boundary stalls directly over the city.
In terms of impacts, flash flooding of roadways and properties may occur quickly, particularly in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Underground infrastructure, including basements, may also experience flooding. While much of the flooding is expected to be localized, more extensive flooding will be possible depending on where the boundary stalls. Travel delays and disruptions will also be possible during both the evening commute tomorrow and again Wednesday morning. In addition, there’s a low chance for severe thunderstorms tomorrow afternoon and evening producing sudden strong to damaging wind gusts of 50 to 60 mph, which may blow down trees and cause localized power outages.
New Yorkers are strongly urged to subscribe to emergency weather alerts on Notify NYC, which amplifies all National Weather Service advisories, watches and warnings in 14 languages including American Sign Language, and to stay informed about weather conditions from trusted sources. NYCEM encourages New Yorkers in the next few days to exercise caution when traveling, expect travel delays, and to remain off the roads during and after active weather to allow crews to operate and respond to weather conditions.
In preparation for the forecasted weather conditions, NYC Emergency Management has activated the City's Flash Flood Emergency Plan. This proactive measure includes enhanced coordination with the National Weather Service, city and state agencies, utility providers, and private sector partners. Coordinated interagency calls are being organized to brief partners on emerging risks, review operational plans for potential severe weather, and to prepare them for possible escalation in their own response measures. Specialized emergency assets and response teams are on standby, ready for rapid deployment as conditions warrant.
The City's Emergency Operations Center, already active due to the ongoing asylum seeker humanitarian crisis, has enhanced its posture to address the potential weather hazards. Crews from the Department of Environmental Protection and the Department of Transportation are actively inspecting and clearing catch basins in flood-prone areas. Additionally, NYC Emergency Management's 24/7 Watch Command continues to track the progress and development of any further systems forming in the Atlantic basin on a 24/7 basis.
NYCEM strongly advises all residents, particularly those in flood-prone areas and basement apartments, to take immediate steps to prepare for the approaching storm and future weather event, starting with prioritizing their safety by staying alert and informed by monitoring the latest forecasts and updates from NYC Emergency Management, create a plan to ensure safety during a storm, and prepare a Go Bag with essential supplies like food, water, first aid, and other necessities.
NYC Emergency Management issued the following guidance to help New Yorkers and their family stay safe, regardless of the storm's ultimate course:
For more safety tips, visit NYC.gov/WeatherUpdates. New Yorkers are encouraged to sign up for Notify NYC, the city’s free emergency notification system, to stay informed about the latest weather updates and other emergencies. Notify NYC is available in 14 languages, including American Sign Language. To learn more about the Notify NYC program or to sign up, New Yorkers can visit the Notify NYC website, call 311, or download the free Notify NYC app for your Android or Apple device. You can now text to 692-692, using the code NOTIFYNYC, NOTIFYNYCESP (Spanish), and NOTIFYFRE (French) to be instantly enrolled to receive the highest priority, verified alerts across all the five boroughs.
MEDIA CONTACT: Press Office (718) 422-4888
STAY CONNECTED: Twitter: @NotifyNYC (emergency notifications)
@nycemergencymgt (emergency preparedness info)
Facebook: /NYCemergencymanagement
The Advance Warning System (AWS) alerts organizations who work with people with disabilities and access and functional needs to various types of hazards and emergencies in New York City that may affect people's independence and daily lives. Participating organizations receive public preparedness and emergency information that they can relay to their clients and other similar agencies. If you work for an organization that serves people with disabilities or access and functional needs you can subscribe for AWS Alerts at the following link: https://www2.pardot.health.nyc.gov/e/944933/aws/nlmnr/544691557/h/3JchgNQnsp2aqq4WIBJjtT_VbQZAePEBVYCFm1qTUmI
This is a reminder that our office leads a District 34 trash force. The trash force is a good way to encourage people to participate in our clean-up and tree care events. Also, the trash force is a way for our office to advocate for any trash concerns that constituents are experiencing. We encourage constituents to submit 311 complaints and our sheet so our office can follow up with the appropriate agencies.
If you can help spread the word by posting the flier online or handing it out to your families and friends, it will be greatly appreciated.
To submit a complaint - bit.ly/TrashForce311
To volunteer - bit.ly/TrashForceVols
Heat Emergency Plan activated Wednesday through at least Thursday.
Cooling centers will open across the city through Thursday, Aug. 1. To find locations, including hours of operation, call 311 or visit the City’s Cool Options Map.
New Yorkers should also take advantage of additional cool options such as museums, movie theaters, coffee shops, pools, houses of worship, or a neighbor, friend, or family member's home.
July 31, 2024 — New York City Emergency Management Department and the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene advise New Yorkers to take precautions as dangerously high heat is expected beginning Wednesday afternoon and extending through at least Thursday. NYC Emergency Management is working closely with the National Weather Service to monitor the forecast as the city faces another heat advisory. Additionally, beachgoers are urged to exercise caution at beaches due to a high risk of life-threatening rip currents.
NYCEM and the Health Department urge New Yorkers to take steps to protect themselves and help others who may be at increased risk from the heat. For more information, including heat-related health tips and warning signs of heat illness, visit NYC.gov/health or NYC.gov/beattheheat. In New York City, most heat-related deaths occur after exposure to heat in homes without air conditioners. Air conditioning is the best way to stay safe and healthy when it is hot outside, but some people at risk of heat illness do not have or do not turn on an air conditioner.
To help New Yorkers find relief from the heat, New York City cooling centers will be open throughout the five boroughs. Cooling center locations may have changed from last year. To find a cooling center, including accessible facilities closest to you, call 311 (212-639-9675 for Video Relay Service, or TTY: 212-504-4115) or visit the City's Cool Options Map. This year's newly-revamped map is now available around the clock and allows New Yorkers to easily locate cooling centers, which the City opens during heat emergencies, and cool options, which include free spaces that offer air-conditioned spaces to escape the heat. New Yorkers can now also find cooling centers that welcome pets throughout the five boroughs. As a reminder, service animals are always allowed at cooling centers.
New Yorkers can access a range of outdoor cooling options, including spray showers, drinking fountains, and more. These resources can be found online at Cool It! NYC. Many of these resources are located in neighborhoods across New York City. New York City outdoor pools are generally open 11AM-7PM, Olympic and intermediate-sized pools will be open through 8PM on Wednesday. State Parks, including Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park pool and Roberto Clemente State Park pool are open, call ahead to confirm.
During extreme heat, the Department of Social Services (DSS) issues a Code Red Alert. During Code Reds, shelter is available to anyone experiencing homelessness, where those experiencing heat-related discomfort are also able to access a designated cooling area. DSS staff and the agency’s not-for-profit contracted outreach teams engage with individuals experiencing homelessness 24/7/365 and redouble their efforts during extreme heat, with a focus on connecting vulnerable New Yorkers experiencing unsheltered homelessness to services and shelter.
ADDITIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY TIPS DURING EXTREME HEAT
KNOW THE WARNING SIGNS OF HEAT ILLNESS
Call 911 immediately if you or someone you know has:
If you or someone you know feels weak or faint, go to a cool place and drink water. If there is no improvement, call a doctor or 911.
KEEPING YOUR PETS SAFE
IMPROPER FIRE HYDRANT USE
The improper opening of fire hydrants wastes 1,000 gallons of water per minute, causes flooding on city streets, and lowers water pressure to dangerous levels, which hamper the ability of the Fire Department to fight fire safely and quickly.
Use “spray caps” to reduce hydrant output to a safe 25 gallons per minute while still providing relief from the heat. To obtain a spray cap, an adult 18 years or older with proper identification can go to his or her local firehouse and request one.
ENERGY-SAVING TIPS
During periods of intense electrical usage, such as on hot, humid days, it is important to conserve energy as much as possible to avoid brownouts and other electrical disruptions. While diminishing your power usage may seem inconvenient, your cooperation will help to ensure that utility providers are able to provide uninterrupted electrical service to you and your neighbors, particularly those who use electric powered medical equipment or are at risk of heat-related illness and death:
For more information, visit NYC.gov/beattheheat. New Yorkers are also encouraged to stay informed by signing up for Notify NYC, the City's free emergency communications program, to receive free emergency alerts and updates in your preferred language and format by visiting NYC.gov/NotifyNYC, calling 311 (212-639-9675 for Video Relay Service, or TTY: 212-504-4115), following @NotifyNYC on Twitter, or getting the free Notify NYC mobile application for your Apple or Android device.
To register for a training, click on the date.
If you are interested in working with the Health Department to sponsor a virtual or in-person training, contact the Health Department and select Pest Control as a Health Topic.
Sincerely,
Rat Academy Staff
Pest Control Services
NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
At the start of this school year, all eligible students will receive brand new Student OMNY Cards with expanded transit benefits. Starting September 5th, students can tap their Student OMNY card to receive:
The new Student OMNY card is a faster, easier, and better way to ride! Every tap helps bring better service to your neighborhood. Learn more about the Student OMNY program here.
The Department of Education (DOE) and the School Construction Authority (SCA) are publishing an updated capital plan for Fiscal Year 2025 - 2029 with a total funding of $19 billion. This Plan reflects a significant increase of $2 billion for the New Capacity program, thanks to the dedicated partnership and tireless advocacy of our state and city elected officials.
Enclosed please find a link to the Department of Education and School Construction Authority's July 2024 Fiscal Year 2025 - 2029 Five Year Capital Plan: FY2025 - 2029 Five Year Capital Plan Proposed July 2024 (Classic Version).
July 22, 2024
Dear Community Partner,
We are pleased to share that all HRA client services are available following Friday’s global IT outage. Clients can submit applications and documents through ACCESS HRA, reach us by calling One Number and complete their interviews by calling the on-demand numbers.
Thank you for your ongoing partnership, and for all that you do every day to help New Yorkers in need.
Sincerely,
Office of Community Outreach
NYC Department of Social Services
Passed by the New York City Council in 2023, New York City’s permanent outdoor dining program, Dining Out NYC, will expand sidewalk dining to all boroughs — year-round, allow roadway dining for eight months a year, provide restaurants with clear design guidelines, and be managed by the New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT).
As a reminder, and as also outlined in the legislation and rules, food service establishments (FSEs) currently participating in the temporary program must apply to the Dining Out NYC program by August 3rd, 2024, to continue operating their current temporary outdoor dining setup. If by August 3rd, an FSE has not submitted a Dining Out NYC application, they must remove their current temporary outdoor dining setup at their sole cost and expense.
If an FSE operating a current temporary outdoor dining setup submits an application to the Dining Out NYC program by August 3rd, they will need to bring their setup into compliance with the Dining Out NYC program design requirements by the earlier of: (i) 30 days after NYC DOT approves the Dining Out NYC application; or (ii) November 1st, 2024.
An FSE that is currently participating in the temporary program and didn’t apply by August 3rd will need to remove their existing roadway or sidewalk setup and will be able to apply whenever they are ready through the online application portal.
To learn more about the Outdoor Dining Program, please visit nyc.gov/diningout. The website features interactive Setup Guides that explain the requirements for participating in the program, How to Apply, as well as Restaurant Resources from City agencies. NYC DOT encourages you to share this information throughout your district and with your constituents.
To contact the Dining Out NYC program, please email DiningOutNYC@dot.nyc.gov or call 212-839-4500.
July 19, 2024
Dear Community Partner,
A recent software update has triggered a global IT outage affecting Microsoft and other essential services, thereby impacting both government and private sectors. Consequently, several DSS services have been affected and we are working on making sure that they are all functioning in order to provide services.
Our ITS services are actively collaborating with all city agencies to implement recovery strategies. We will issue further updates as additional information becomes accessible.
All client-facing HRA offices, including SNAP and Benefit Access Centers, Medicaid, Child Support, HASA, Fair Fares, IDNYC, Burial Services and HEAP offices, remain open and are serving clients. Manual emergency cash assistance and SNAP benefits may be available on an as needed basis.
As a result of the global IT outage, New York State’s Office of Disability Assistance (OTDA) has extended the deadline to submit applications for HEAP Cooling Assistance and Emergency benefits until close of business (5pm) on Monday, July 22, 2024.
Thank you for your ongoing partnership, and for all that you do every day to help New Yorkers in need.
Sincerely,
Office of Community Outreach
NYC Department of Social Services
Dear AWS Partner Agencies,
NYC Emergency Management is aware of a widespread global issue impacting some computers running a CrowdStrike technology product. Affected workstations and servers are experiencing a Blue Screen error.
NYC agencies are working to address impacts to their technology platforms and we recommend that all AWS agencies and organizations work with their Information Technology Departments or vendors to asses any impacts that they may be experiencing due to their use of this technology and to address them promptly. Please prioritize critical products that may have impact on life safety operations as well as your organization’s critical functions.
CrowdStrike has provided a workaround for the issue, which requires a manual process. Guidance from CrowdStrike can be found here: https://www2.pardot.health.nyc.gov/e/944933/ment-on-windows-sensor-update-/nl377/536601636/h/6MATjiJxv9LBlzHqZJGGRjgyJqSLZZ-JH7d4fMErJow
As always please call 911 if you are experiencing a life safety issue.
The Advance Warning System (AWS) alerts organizations who work with people with disabilities and access and functional needs to various types of hazards and emergencies in New York City that may affect people's independence and daily lives. Participating organizations receive public preparedness and emergency information that they can relay to their clients and other similar agencies. If you work for an organization that serves people with disabilities or access and functional needs you can subscribe for AWS Alerts at the following link: https://www2.pardot.health.nyc.gov/e/944933/aws/nl37f/536601636/h/6MATjiJxv9LBlzHqZJGGRjgyJqSLZZ-JH7d4fMErJow
As part of our summer outreach, we are writing to inform you about several upcoming events that will be of interest to your community, particularly New York City Veterans, service members and their families.
To stay updated on these and other events, we encourage everyone to sign up for our newsletter at nyc.gov/vetnewsletter.
Please be advised the Myrtle Avenue line painting and steel repair project work is scheduled to begin on or about this coming Monday July 15th.
Work will begin on Myrtle Avenue and Willoughby Avenue and progress eastward toward Wyckoff Avenue. Below is a construction bulletin with additional information for your reference.
MTA Myrtle Avenue Line_Construction Bulletin
Wednesday, July 10th - DEP is investigating a water main break in the vicinity of Willoughby Avenue & Broadway in Brooklyn. Discolored water is expected with a potential for low pressure. Lane closures are needed as crews work to make the necessary repairs. At this time, no one is without water.
The City Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday, July 10th at 10:00 am.The public is invited to attend. There are several items on the meeting Agenda prior to the City of Yes for Housing Opportunity and the public hearing portion will begin following those agenda items.
How to Participate:
In-Person: City Planning Commission Hearing Room, Lower Concourse 120 Broadway, New York, NY 10271 Anyone attending a meeting in person is encouraged to wear a mask.
Online Testimony: Details on how to testify by videoconference will be posted on nyc.gov/engage one hour in advance of the meeting.
If you do not wish to testify but would like to watch the meeting via livestream, please visit bit.ly/NYCPlanningStream Please note that info to access the livestream will not be available until one hour prior to the meeting.
Via Phone: Dial any of the following numbers: • 877-853-5247 (US Toll-free) • 888-788-0099 (US Toll-free) • (253) 215-8782 (Toll number) • (213) 338-8477 (Toll number) If you wish to listen only, when prompted, enter: • Meeting ID: 921 6989 0775 • Participant ID: Press pound (#) to skip • Passcode: 1
Accessibility: Please inform NYC Planning if you need a reasonable accommodation, such as sign language interpretation, to participate in the meeting. Foreign language interpretation will be provided based on available resources. Please email requests to accessibilityinfo@planning.nyc.gov or call 212-720-3508 at least five business days before the meeting.
Speaking at Public Meetings: Speakers are generally limited to three minutes of testimony. Elected officials are given the courtesy of jumping to the front of the speaking line and are not limited to three minutes. For speakers with translators, the time will be extended to five minutes. While we welcome your comments on any project under review by the Commission, hate speech is not tolerated. Courtesy and decorum must be followed at all times.
To submit comments: click here
You will be directed to an online form. Please follow these directions:
Choose Citywide for Borough
Choose City of Yes for Housing Opportunity for project
Complete the form with your contact information and comments or upload your comments in an attachment.
Next Steps: Follow the Milestones for upcoming actions and meetings as the proposal moves forward in the ZAP Portal here or subscribe to receive email updates about City of Yes here
Heat Emergency Plan extended through Wednesday.
Cooling centers are open across the city.
To find the nearest location, including hours of operation, call 311 or visit the City’s Cooling Center Finder.
New Yorkers should also take advantage of additional cool options such as museums, movie theaters, coffee shops, pools, houses of worship, or a neighbor, friend, or family member's home.
July 8, 2024 — New York City Emergency Management Department and the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene advise New Yorkers to take precautions to beat the heat and announced updates to its heat emergency operations. NYC Emergency Management is extending the activation of the City's Heat Emergency Plan through Wednesday and is in close coordination with the National Weather Service on the forecast. Temperatures will be in the upper 80s to lower 90s with heat indices in the upper 90s to lower 100s through mid-week. Warm and humid conditions will continue into the weekend, but a slight drop in temperatures by Thursday may keep heat index values in the lower 90s. NYCEM is also monitoring a chance of showers and thunderstorms for tomorrow evening, with more storms possible Wednesday evening into the weekend. A few inches of heavy rain, localized flash flooding, and strong gusty winds will be possible if thunderstorms develop over the metro area.
The New York City Emergency Management Department and the Health Department urge New Yorkers to take steps to protect themselves and help others who may be at increased risk from the heat. For more information, including heat-related health tips and warning signs of heat illness, visit NYC.gov/health or NYC.gov/beattheheat. In New York City, most heat-related deaths occur after exposure to heat in homes without air conditioners. Air conditioning is the best way to stay safe and healthy when it is hot outside, but some people at risk of heat illness do not have or do not turn on an air conditioner.
To help New Yorkers find relief from the heat, New York City cooling centers will be open throughout the five boroughs. Cooling center locations may have changed from last year. To find a cooling center, including accessible facilities closest to you, call 311 (212-639-9675 for Video Relay Service, or TTY: 212-504-4115) or visit the City's Cool Options Map. This year's newly-revamped map is now available around the clock and allows New Yorkers to easily locate cooling centers, which the City opens during heat emergencies, and cool options, which include free spaces that offer air-conditioned spaces to escape the heat. Certain Senior Centers/Older Adult Centers will be open to all ages, which are indicated on the map. New Yorkers can now also find cooling centers that welcome pets throughout the five boroughs. As a reminder, service animals are always allowed at cooling centers.
New Yorkers can access a range of outdoor cooling options, including spray showers, drinking fountains, and more. These resources can be found online at Cool It! NYC. Many of these resources are located in neighborhoods across New York City. New York City outdoor pools are open 11AM-7PM. State Parks, including Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park pool and Roberto Clemente State Park pool are open, call ahead to confirm.
During extreme heat, the Department of Social Services (DSS) issues a Code Red Alert. During Code Reds, shelter is available to anyone experiencing homelessness, where those experiencing heat-related discomfort are also able to access a designated cooling area. DSS staff and the agency’s not-for-profit contracted outreach teams engage with individuals experiencing homelessness 24/7/365 and redouble their efforts during extreme heat, with a focus on connecting vulnerable New Yorkers experiencing unsheltered homelessness to services and shelter.
ADDITIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY TIPS DURING EXTREME HEAT
KNOW THE WARNING SIGNS OF HEAT ILLNESS
Call 911 immediately if you or someone you know has:
If you or someone you know feels weak or faint, go to a cool place and drink water. If there is no improvement, call a doctor or 911.
KEEPING YOUR PETS SAFE
IMPROPER FIRE HYDRANT USE
The improper opening of fire hydrants wastes 1,000 gallons of water per minute, causes flooding on city streets, and lowers water pressure to dangerous levels, which hamper the ability of the Fire Department to fight fire safely and quickly.
Use “spray caps” to reduce hydrant output to a safe 25 gallons per minute while still providing relief from the heat. To obtain a spray cap, an adult 18 years or older with proper identification can go to his or her local firehouse and request one.
ENERGY-SAVING TIPS
During periods of intense electrical usage, such as on hot, humid days, it is important to conserve energy as much as possible to avoid brownouts and other electrical disruptions. While diminishing your power usage may seem inconvenient, your cooperation will help to ensure that utility providers are able to provide uninterrupted electrical service to you and your neighbors, particularly those who use electric powered medical equipment or are at risk of heat-related illness and death:
For more information, visit NYC.gov/beattheheat. New Yorkers are also encouraged to stay informed by signing up for Notify NYC, the City's free emergency communications program, to receive free emergency alerts and updates in your preferred language and format by visiting NYC.gov/NotifyNYC, calling 311 (212-639-9675 for Video Relay Service, or TTY: 212-504-4115), following @NotifyNYC on Twitter, or getting the free Notify NYC mobile application for your Apple or Android device.
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The Department of Finance is aware of a scam targeting people about parking tickets or camera violations.
People are receiving messages advising them that they have “additional charges” on an “unpaid parking invoice.”
This is a scam. The Department of Finance does not send text messages to vehicle owners about their parking tickets or camera violations.
Customers should take the following steps to protect themselves:
Additionally, here are some tips for how New Yorkers can stay vigilant against scams:
Please share this information with customers who contact you regarding this matter. If you have questions about outstanding parking tickets you may have, please call 311.
The New York City Department of Sanitation announced that there would be no trash, curbside compost or recycling collection on Thursday, July 4, 2024, Independence Day.
Please note that residents may experience collection delays, as is common after holidays. We appreciate patience as we work to collect the backlog of material.
For questions about Sanitation services and holiday schedules contact 311 or visit nyc.gov/sanitation.
Digital tool now includes data for City Council Districts, adds never-before-seen 2020 stats on race and ethnicity, and provides the latest ACS data on population and housing characteristics
NEW YORK – Department of City Planning (DCP) Director Dan Garodnick today announced that DCP’s online, interactive Population FactFinder tool has been updated to include detailed demographic statistics from the 2020 Census, and characteristics from the 2018-2022 five-year American Community Survey (ACS) estimates. Never before had the Census Bureau published detailed race and ethnicity for all groups – Black and White respondents were not given the opportunity to further specify after marking their race on the 2010 Census questionnaire. Now this historic 2020 Census release has been incorporated into DCP's Population FactFinder application, revealing the astounding breadth of New York City’s diversity.
Population FactFinder provides a detailed look at the city’s population, including such characteristics as age, race/Hispanic origin, and housing tenure. Thanks to these updates, New Yorkers can compare information from the 2010 and 2020 Censuses, showing change over time in a straightforward format. The site offers a clear, easy-to-navigate way for the public to research and understand the diversity of neighborhoods, and how they compare to New York City as a whole.
Making use of the latest data from the United States Census Bureau, Population FactFinder now shows population counts for detailed race and ethnic groups, which can be examined for various geographies, including census tracts, Neighborhood Tabulation Areas (NTAs), Community Districts, City Council Districts, boroughs, and user defined areas.
Thanks to this update, the public can use Population FactFinder to discover wide-ranging demographic information that speaks to the diversity of New York City. For example:
2020 Census updates are also available in DCP’s Population MapViewer, which allows the public to view these populations across neighborhoods in maps and ranked charts.
Population FactFinder has also been updated with the American Community Survey’s 2018-2022 five-year estimate, incorporating characteristics not featured in the decennial census, such as educational attainment, veteran status, computers and Internet use, occupation, and other detailed economic and housing statistics. These data updates in Population FactFinder are now also available for City Council Districts.
DCP will continue to update Population FactFinder and Population MapViewer regularly as new Census data are released, keeping researchers, policymakers, and communities up-to-date on this critical information.
Department of City Planning
The Department of City Planning (DCP) plans for the strategic growth and development of the City through ground-up planning with communities, the development of land use policies and zoning regulations applicable citywide, and its contribution to the preparation of the City’s 10-year Capital Strategy. DCP promotes housing production and affordability, fosters economic development and coordinated investments in infrastructure and services, and supports resilient, sustainable communities across the five boroughs for a more equitable New York City.
In addition, DCP supports the City Planning Commission in its annual review of approximately 450 land use applications for a variety of discretionary approvals. The Department also assists both government agencies and the public by advising on strategic and capital planning and providing policy analysis, technical assistance and data relating to housing, transportation, community facilities, demography, zoning, urban design, waterfront areas and public open space.
The Administration for Children’s Services is hosting a Child Protective Specialist Hiring Event on Friday, July 12, 2024, and Friday, July 26, 2024, from 10:00AM-3:00PM. This in-person hiring event offers qualified candidates the chance to meet with hiring managers, interview, and receive a HIRING DECISION AND CONDITIONAL JOB OFFER ON THE SPOT!
Here, at NYC Children, we are looking to hire for the position of Child Protective Specialist. This is an excellent career for anyone who is a recent college graduate or a seasoned professional that wants to work as a Child Protective Specialist (CPS). Extensive training, coaching and professional development is available.
Registration is now open for NYC Children Child Protective Specialist Hiring Event!
Applicants are required to preregister by or before Tuesday, July 23, 2024: https://forms.office.com/g/XztkycENjM
NOTE: To attend this event, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications for the Child Protective Specialist position to be considered for an interview. Human Resources will prescreen applicants to ensure they meet these requirements, therefore, eligible candidates deemed qualified will receive an interview invitation.
To learn more about the Child Protective Specialist position, applicants can visit: https://www.nyc.gov/site/acs/about/becoming-cps.page
Know anyone who’s a good fit? If so, graduating college students, recent college graduates, or alumni in the following majors or minors are highly preferred: social work, psychology, sociology, human services, criminal justice, education (including early childhood), nursing, or cultural anthropology.
NYC Public Schools offers free breakfast and lunch to anyone 18 years old or younger from June 27, 2024 to August 30, 2024. You can get these meals at specific places like select NYC Public Schools, community pool centers, parks, and libraries. You do not need to sign up or show ID.
You may also be eligible for Summer EBT to supplement the cost of groceries during the summer months. You can read more about Summer EBT on OTDA's website.
The Health Department monitors mosquito populations and applies pesticides during the summer to reduce the number of mosquitoes and lessen the risk of mosquito-borne diseases, such as West Nile virus. Residents can register to receive direct alerts about spray events by phone call, email, or text messaging through Notify NYC. Residents can sign up for Notify NYC, residents can download the Notify NYC Phone App, call 311, or visit the Notify NYC web page.
Additionally, residents can also follow the DOHMH’s social media account at @NYCHealthy on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. To learn more about mosquito control in NYC and what to do during a spray event, click here.
The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory until 8 P.M. Sunday, June 23
Cooling centers are open across the city, including, on Sunday, up to 45 NYC public schools as part of whole community approach. Each school will have the capacity to host and cool several hundred New Yorkers
To find the nearest location, including hours of operation, call 311 or visit the City’s Cooling Center Finder
New Yorkers should also take advantage of additional cool options such as museums, movie theaters, coffee shops, or a neighbor, friend, or family member's home
June 21, 2024 — New York City Emergency Management Department and the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene advise New Yorkers to take precautions to beat the heat. The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory in effect until 8 P.M. Sunday, June 23. Hot and humid conditions are in the forecast throughout weekend, with heat index values in the upper-90s to 100 across the city. Scattered showers and thunderstorms will also be possible each afternoon and evening through early next week. These may bring localized heavy downpours and gusty winds; however, flooding is not anticipated in NYC at this time. In addition, there is an Air Quality Health Advisory in effect until 11 P.M. today for ground-level ozone pollution. Finally, beach-goers are urged to exercise caution at Atlantic-facing beaches this weekend due to a high risk of life-threatening rip currents.
The New York City Emergency Management Department and the Health Department urge New Yorkers to take steps to protect themselves and help others who may be at increased risk from the heat. For more information, including heat-related health tips and warning signs of heat illness, visit NYC.gov/health or NYC.gov/beattheheat. In New York City, most heat-related deaths occur after exposure to heat in homes without air conditioners. Air conditioning is the best way to stay safe and healthy when it is hot outside, but some people at risk of heat illness do not have or do not turn on an air conditioner.
To help New Yorkers find relief from the heat, New York City cooling centers will continue to remain open throughout the five boroughs. Senior Centers/Older Adult Centers will be open to all ages this weekend. Cooling center locations may have changed from last year. To find a cooling center, including accessible facilities closest to you, call 311 (212-639-9675 for Video Relay Service, or TTY: 212-504-4115) or visit the City's Cool Options Map. New Yorkers can now also find cooling centers that welcome pets throughout the five boroughs. As a reminder, service animals are always allowed at cooling centers. This year's newly-revamped map is now available around the clock and allows New Yorkers to easily locate cooling centers, which the City opens during heat emergencies, and cool options, which include free spaces that offer air-conditioned spaces to escape the heat.
New Yorkers can access a range of outdoor cooling options, including spray showers, drinking fountains, and more. These resources can be found online at Cool It! NYC. Many of these resources are located in neighborhoods across New York City. State Parks, including Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park and its pool are open, and all sprinkler systems are operating at all state parks in New York City.
During extreme heat, the Department of Social Services (DSS) issues a Code Red Alert. During Code Reds, shelter is available to anyone experiencing homelessness, where those experiencing heat-related discomfort are also able to access a designated cooling area. DSS staff and the agency’s not-for-profit contracted outreach teams engage with individuals experiencing homelessness 24/7/365 and redouble their efforts during extreme heat, with a focus on connecting vulnerable New Yorkers experiencing unsheltered homelessness to services and shelter.
ADDITIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY TIPS DURING EXTREME HEAT
KNOW THE WARNING SIGNS OF HEAT ILLNESS
KEEPING YOUR PETS SAFE
IMPROPER FIRE HYDRANT USE
The improper opening of fire hydrants wastes 1,000 gallons of water per minute, causes flooding on city streets, and lowers water pressure to dangerous levels, which hamper the ability of the Fire Department to fight fire safely and quickly.
Use “spray caps” to reduce hydrant output to a safe 25 gallons per minute while still providing relief from the heat. To obtain a spray cap, an adult 18 years or older with proper identification can go to his or her local firehouse and request one.
ENERGY-SAVING TIPS
During periods of intense electrical usage, such as on hot, humid days, it is important to conserve energy as much as possible to avoid brownouts and other electrical disruptions. While diminishing your power usage may seem inconvenient, your cooperation will help to ensure that utility providers are able to provide uninterrupted electrical service to you and your neighbors, particularly those who use electric powered medical equipment or are at risk of heat-related illness and death:
For more information, visit NYC.gov/beattheheat. New Yorkers are also encouraged to stay informed by signing up for Notify NYC, the City's free emergency communications program, to receive free emergency alerts and updates in your preferred language and format by visiting NYC.gov/NotifyNYC, calling 311 (212-639-9675 for Video Relay Service, or TTY: 212-504-4115), following @NotifyNYC on Twitter, or getting the free Notify NYC mobile application for your Apple or Android device.
Fines will be issued starting July 1, 2024. NYC food service establisments providing take-out or delivery may not provide utensils, condiment packets, napkins, or extra plates for take-out or delivery, unless requested by the customer.
Visit nyc.gov/skipthestuff or call 311 to learn more.
Aerial Larviciding Reduces the Number of Mosquitoes and Minimizes the Risk of Mosquito-Borne Disease
The Health Department Applies EPA-Approved Pesticide to Mosquito Breeding Grounds When Appropriate Throughout the Season
June 3, 2024 – To reduce mosquito activity and the risk of West Nile virus, the Health Department will conduct its first aerial larviciding treatment of the season to marshes and wetland areas of the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island on Friday, June 7 and Monday, June 10 to Tuesday, June 11, 6 a.m. to 7 p.m., weather permitting. The helicopter will treat only nonresidential areas. While two days are allotted for the aerial larviciding, the application may be completed in less time. In case of bad weather, application will be delayed until Wednesday, June 12 to Friday, June 14, 2024 during the same hours.
The Health Department monitors mosquitoes that carry the West Nile virus. To date, no human cases of West Nile virus have been reported this season. During warm weather, mosquitoes can breed in any still water that has been standing for more than five days. In the targeted areas, existing hot and wet weather conditions can cause a rise in mosquito populations. Due to size and limited accessibility, these areas will be treated using a low-flying helicopter.
For the aerial application in marshes and wetland areas of the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island, the Health Department will use larvicides to kill young mosquitoes before they grow into adults. VectoBac® GS and VectoPrime® FG contain naturally occurring bacteria and will be used for this application. These products have been approved by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and will be used on mosquito breeding grounds throughout the mosquito season.
The most effective way to control mosquitoes is to eliminate any standing water. New Yorkers are encouraged to mosquito-proof their homes and take precautions when spending time outdoors.
Reducing exposure to mosquitoes
Report standing water by calling 311 or visiting nyc.gov/health/wnv. For more information about West Nile virus, call 311 or visit nyc.gov.
Public Encouraged to View Webinars and Submit Questions on Upcoming Tolling Plan
The MTA announced it will host six public webinars during the first three weeks of June where people can learn all the facts and features of the Congestion Relief Zone.
The webinars will explain how the Congestion Relief Zone works, how the program benefits the region, discounts and exemptions, and what people need to know before tolling begins on Sunday, June 30.
The 60-minute webinars will feature a 30-minute presentation on the Congestion Relief Zone and a Q&A session.
The six public webinars will take place:
Participants must register online prior to the start of the session(s) they wish to attend.
Register here for the public virtual webinars.
Participants are invited to submit questions in advance of the webinars through the registration link.
NYC DOT Art Summer Streets Art Interventions: Request for Proposals
NYC DOT Art recently released the Summer Streets Art Interventions: Request for Proposals. Summer Streets is an annual event taking place later this summer on select Saturdays. Miles of NYC’s streets are open in both directions for people to play, walk, and bike along while taking a break at the route rest stops to enjoy free activities. As part of the event programming, NYC DOT Art is seeking proposals for artwork to activate the event routes as a one-day installation throughout all five event dates. Selected artists may receive up to $20,000 to cover all expenses to design, fabricate, and present the artwork. Artists may consider an additive format with components created through public participation, allowing the artwork to shift, grow, and evolve throughout each event date and the event series.
Application deadline: Sunday, June 16, 2024
NYC DOT Art Summer Streets Art Interventions RFP PDF: https://www.nyc.gov/html/dot/downloads/pdf/dotart-summer-streets-rfp-2024.pdf
NYC DOT Art Summer Streets Art Interventions RFP application: https://nycdotart.submittable.com/submit
Help Shape the Future of Transportation
* Alternative Energy
* Curb and Parking Management
* Smart Systems for Transportation
Join our Online Public Forum Series
The New York Metropolitan Transportation Council (NYMTC) invites you to join a series of Online Public Forums where you can share your insights on critical transportation issues, needs, and opportunities in the areas of alternative energy, curb and parking management, and smart systems for transportation with regional transportation experts.
Information shared during these 90-minute interactive virtual forums will be collected and used in the update of Moving Forward 2055, the next Regional Transportation Plan for New York City, Long Island, and Lower Hudson Valley.
These events are eligible for 1.5 Certification Maintenance credits from the American Planning Association. See below for topics, dates, meeting links, and credit information. Content for afternoon and evening sessions is the same.
Moving with Alternative Energy: Current and Emerging Trends - NYMTC Regional Alternative Energy Sources Forum
Tuesday, June 4, 2024 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Join a conversation with regional experts and participants to explore issues and opportunities in the region’s alternative transportation energy sources, including vehicle technologies and charging networks.
Click to join the afternoon Alternative Energy Sources Forum: https://bit.ly/4brhj50
Click to join the evening Alternative Energy Sources Forum: https://bit.ly/44xzbsW
APA Credit Certification: https://www.planning.org/events/eventsingle/9289948/
Moving Efficiently: Exploring Curb and Parking Management Needs - NYMTC Regional Curb and Parking Management Forum
Tuesday, June 11, 2024 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Join a conversation with regional experts and participants to explore issues and opportunities in the region’s shared curb space and efficient parking for all transportation services.
Click to join the afternoon Curb and Parking Management Forum: https://bit.ly/3Uw6xUp
Click to join the evening Curb and Parking Management Forum: https://bit.ly/3wv5vzW
APA Credit Certification: https://www.planning.org/events/eventsingle/9289953/
Moving to the Future: Smart Systems for Transportation - NYMTC Regional Transportation and Technology Forum
Tuesday, June 25, 2024 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Join a conversation with regional experts and participants to explore issues and opportunities in the region’s new and emerging transportation technologies for personal and freight mobility.
Click to join the afternoon Transportation and Technology Forum: https://bit.ly/44vtH1M
Click to join the evening Transportation and Technology Forum: https://bit.ly/3UElhkm
APA Credit Certification: https://www.planning.org/events/eventsingle/9290575/
Visit NYMTC’s movingforward2055.org for updates and to learn more.
NYMTC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and federal Limited English Proficiency guidelines. If you need special accommodations to participate in this meeting, or translation services into Spanish, Russian, Chinese, or American Sign Language, please email NYMTC-Public-Info@dot.ny.gov no later than 72 hours prior to the meeting.
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The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) will reopen the waitlist for its Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) Program from Monday, June 3, 2024, at 12:00 AM through Sunday, June 9, 2024, at 11:59 PM. To apply, visit on.nyc.gov/section8-application. Questions? Visit on.nyc.gov/sec8-app-faq
If you previously submitted a Section 8 housing application when the waitlist was open, you may log on to the Self-Service Portal to check the status of the application and update your information.
This is to notify you that a private company's solicitation notice is being mistaken for DOB's Service Notice: Annual Parapet Observation. This private notification is NOT a Department of Buildings notice. If you have any questions/or concerns, please contact the board's district office.
Seventh Annual Open Garden NYC
Saturday, June 1 and Sunday, June 2, 2024
Rain or Shine
Hundreds of community gardens will open their gates to the public for a special weekend of free activities and exploration, including environmental education workshops, garden tours, cultural programs, arts and crafts, music performances, and so much more!
Open Garden NYC is a great way to explore your neighborhood community garden, meet garden group members, and learn how to get involved. To find a list of free activities and participating gardens, visit the Open Garden NYC events page.
Can't make it this weekend? NYC Parks GreenThumb community gardens are open to the public April 1 - October 31, visit our garden map to find the garden closest to you.
Schedule subject to change.
6th Annual Knickerbocker Avenue Puerto Rican Day Parade
¡EMPODERANDO A NUESTRA JUVENTUD!
Sunday, June 9, 2024 / Kick Off at 3:00pm
Register Online at: https://tinyurl.com/KAPRDP-2024
Deadline to submit: Friday, May 24.
For more information contact: KnickerbockerPuertoRicanParade@gmail.com
Are you having trouble completing your Certificate of Correction forms?
Do you need help uploading documents in the DOBNOW system?
Don't fret...DOB is here to help you!
Through the Get Summonses Corrected (GSC) campaign, a Department of Buildings (DOB) enhanced education and outreach campaign, you will receive the needed information for you to successfully certify correction of unresolved DOB-issued summonses. Join us Friday, May 31st for 2 virtual sessions designed to help you complete and submit your Certificate of Correction forms. See the flyer for additional informational and to register.
With a heavy heart, we are reaching out to inform you of the closure of the Bushwick Food Co-op.
Since 2009, the BFC has offered high-quality produce and goods to residents of North Brooklyn. Moreover, it provided a cherished gathering space for neighbors to meet and build community around a shared interest in food justice. Together over the years, we:
The challenges of operating a cooperative grocery store are many, and with the loss of our retail space due to a fire in 2019, followed soon after by the Covid-19 pandemic, the BFC found itself needing to pivot its business model in order to continue its mission. Over the next few years we ran a successful Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program in collaboration with Mayday Space and Bushwick Abbey, offering a safe way for our community to purchase local produce and connect with one another. Ultimately however, we did not regain the momentum necessary to keep the work moving forward towards reopening a dedicated retail store, and have made the difficult decision to dissolve the business.
As a close partner of ours over the years, we would like to extend a heartfelt thank you; we owe so much of our success to your support. Through the fabric of community we weaved together, our work found deeper meaning. Attending Community Board events facilitated an important exchange between our little co-op community and the broader community of Bushwick. It emphasized the importance of sharing information and earning public trust. We always enjoyed learning about the goings-on of the neighborhood, learning about the work and causes of other groups, and having a chance to promote our own. For all of this, we express our utmost gratitude. Additionally, we would love the opportunity to thank Bushwick residents directly for their support over the years. Please find attached a thank you note for this purpose; we hope that you might include it in your next newsletter to pass along our message.
Though the BFC’s story has come to a close, we feel grateful that our legacy and mission live on; the projects of expanding food access in Bushwick, supporting local agriculture, and growing the solidarity economy all carry forward into the future, stewarded by the very partners that supported us in our own contribution to these causes, by partners like CB4.
Once again, thank you.
In solidarity,
Brittni, Chris, Jen, Morgan, Nikki
The Bushwick Food Co-op Board of Directors
The Department for the Aging (NYC Aging) has released a Service Needs Assessment survey to better understand the needs of older adults, so they can live the quality of life they deserve. The information we collect will help us improve our services and be better advocates for their needs. This is a great opportunity for New York City’s older adults (aged 60 and older), as well as their caregivers, to have their voices heard. Please take a moment to complete the survey (or access the survey using the QR code) to ensure all of our city’s diverse communities are represented. All responses to this survey are anonymous; however, NYC Aging will be randomly selecting 50 households for the chance to receive one Visa gift card worth $50; those who would like to be considered for this drawing should provide contact information by September 30, 2024. And by completing the survey, you may be entered into our drawing and may win a $50 gift card. For more information, call Aging Connect at 212-AGING-NYC (212-244-6469).
Applications for the Commercial Revitalization Grant Programs are OPEN:
Preliminary applications for all programs are due on May 20, 2024.
Garden Friends & Fans:
FOR the BIRDS! SATURDAY MAY 18 • 2:30PM - 4:00PM
A fun & free, all-ages workshop in our beautiful & historic Woodbine Street Block Association Garden.
Learn about the colorful little birds currently migrating through our area, as well as some year-round "locals."
This is a rain-or-shine, all-ages & all levels event: beginners are welcome - experienced birders are encouraged to bring their knowledge and enthusiasm.
If you have binoculars, bring them along… one lucky participant will take home a brand-new pair!
RSVP (not required, but appreciated) on our Facebook page • Questions? Email: sean@woodbinegarden.org
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SAVE the DATE!
On the summer solstice (THU.20.JUN), we'll be hosting a Make Music New York! event from 6:00 - 10:00pm - musical guest(s?) TBA.
These MMNY evenings are not to be missed: we fire up the grill, serve some amazing food, and enjoy some great live music!
DOT will be installing a public bike parking and daylighting of the SW corner of Wyckoff Avenue and Starr Street in your district. As part of this design, we will also install a corner bulb out which will wrap around the corner to maximize the following benefits:
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is hosting an Open House for Skilled Tradespeople on Saturday, May 11th, at 130 Livingston Street in downtown Brooklyn, from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Attendees should bring printouts of their resume and Government ID. Same-day exams and interviews for qualified candidates.
Positions include Electronic Equipment Maintainer, Elevator and Escalator Maintainer, Track Equipment Maintainer and Ventilation & Drainage Maintainer.
For more information, please see the flyer.
May is Older Americans Month! Join the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene for our virtual and in-person webinars. This year’s theme: Powered by Connection- which recognizes the impact of meaningful relationships and social connections on the health and well-being of older adults. If you have any question(s), please email us at: healthyhomes@health.nyc.gov.
View the flyer for additional information.
New York – With April 2024 in the books, the latest data affirms that the Trash Revolution – Mayor Adams’ signature commitment to getting the bags of trash off our streets once and for all – is working, with rat sightings reported to 311 declining for another month, the Department of Sanitation announced today. This means rat sightings have fallen in 12 of the last 13 months compared to the year prior. Rat sightings are down nearly 14% in the City’s Rat Mitigation Zones year over year, and have fallen by an incredible 55% in the Hamilton Heights residential containerization pilot zone since the pilot began.
This historic decline in rat sightings coincides with a tidal wave of change to the management of 44 million pounds of trash per day in New York City.
In October 2022, the Adams administration kicked off the Trash Revolution by changing set-out times for both residential and commercial waste from 4:00 PM — one of the earliest set-out times in the country — to 8:00 PM in April 2023, while also allowing earlier set-out if the material is in a container. This incentivization of containerization was paired with major changes to DSNY operations, picking up well over a quarter of all trash at 12:00 AM rather than 6:00 AM, particularly in high density parts of the city, and ending a practice by which up to one fifth of trash had been purposefully left out for a full day.
Later that month, DSNY published its “Future of Trash” report, the first meaningful attempt to study containerization models in New York City, and the playbook to get it done.
Last August, containerization requirements went into effect for all food-related businesses in New York City. These businesses — restaurants, delis, bodegas, bars, grocery stores, caterers, etc. — produce an outsized amount of the type of trash that attracts rats.
That same month, installation of the initial 10-block, 14-school Manhattan Community Board 9 pilot containers began.
Last September, commercial containerization requirements extended to chain businesses of any type with five or more locations in New York City. These chain businesses tend to produce a large total volume of trash.
Starting March 1, 2024, container requirements went into effect for all businesses — of every type — in New York City to get their trash off the streets and into a secure bin.
Later this fall, when container requirements go into effect for low-density residential buildings — those with one to nine units — approximately 70 percent of all trash in the city will be containerized.
In the spring of 2025, installation of stationary on-street containers will begin in Manhattan Community Board 9 for the first full-district containerization pilot, serviced by new automated side-loading trucks.
A graphic showing the success of these efforts can be seen here.
The Citywide Colorectal Cancer Control Center (C5) is a group of public health professionals, partners, and researchers with expertise in colorectal cancer prevention who advise the Department of Health on its mission to prevent and control Colorectal cancer. The C5 also works to provide information and resources, including print materials and presentation on screenable cancers (i.e., breast, lung, prostate, cervical, colorectal) to help your communities understand the importance of cancer prevention.
For more information on these resources and other public facing-materials, please email cancer@health.nyc.gov
You can also access “10 Ways to Lower Your Cancer Risk Fact Sheet (nyc.gov) and visit the City’s main page on Cancer Prevention and Screening - NYC Health
In 2023, the New York City Council passed Local Law 171 requiring NYC DOT to redesign the city truck route network to enhance safety, increase visibility, reduce traffic congestion, and improve the overall freight roadway network.
Today NYC DOT launched its Truck Route Network Redesign Public Feedback Portal! The Portal will allow the public and freight industry to learn about the city’s truck route network and provide feedback. The public is able to comment and provide feedback through identifying issues and concerns of the current network via an interactive map. Feedback will help inform NYC DOT on how and where we can look to improve movement of trucks on city streets.
Help us get the word out to your community by including the link in your newsletters, social media, and website!
The deadline to provide public feedback is June 30, 2024.
Join us for the last day of this year's GrowTogether Conference on Saturday, May 4th in Brooklyn, Staten Island, and Queens.
Thank you for your everyone who attended GrowTogether on Saturday April 20th and 27th in the Bronx, Brooklyn, East Harlem, and the East Village. We appreciate you coming to our conference!
The voting phase of the annual "The People's Money" citywide participatory budgeting process is now officially open. Until June 12th, all New York City residents ages 11 and older, regardless of immigration status, will be able to vote on how to spend $3.5M of city funds to address community needs.
All New Yorkers have the opportunity to vote on a ballot for their home borough. Residents can vote online by inputting their zip codes. Paper ballots will also be available citywide at sites listed on Participate.nyc.gov. After June 12th, ballots will be tabulated, and winning projects will be announced. Implementation of selected projects will begin later this year, by community organizations to be selected through a competitive process.
This year's campaign, "Play Your Part: Your Money, Your Community, Your Vote," centers The Sunnies, playful yellow sculptures that represent optimistic New Yorkers who care about each other and their community. Throughout the voting period, The Sunnies will be installed at public locations throughout New York City, including libraries, parks, and halls, to generate excitement and inspiration among everyday New Yorkers to become engaged in "The People's Money" process and beyond. The Sunnies project was developed by CEC's Artist in Residence Yazmany Arboleda and brought to life in partnership The People's Creative Institute who commissioned a group of immigrant mothers from Colombia, Ecuador, El Salvador, Mexico, and Venezuela.
Democracy is made by people who participate, and "The People's Money" is the City's widest doorway to democracy. We invite you to vote and also spread the word about this opportunity for all New Yorkers 11 years and older, regardless of citizenship status, wherever they live in New York City, to help us make them partners in decisions that impact their lives. Use this digital toolkit to help spread the word via social media, email, etc.
Customers Encouraged to Take Online Survey Available from Thursday, April 18 Through Friday, May 3
Survey Streamlined to Only Take Customers 10 to 15 Minutes
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) announced its Spring 2024 Customers Count Survey launched today, Thursday, April 18, for New York City Transit, Long Island Rail Road, Metro-North Railroad, and Access-A-Ride Paratransit customers. The results of the online survey will identify key service attributes that are priority issues for customers and will provide the MTA with a better understanding of how customers currently rate the service and where to direct future resources for the best possible improvements in the transit system.
Customers can take the survey online today through Monday, May 3 at new.mta.info/survey. The Spring survey is available in nine languages with a telephone option available for customers in need of assistance. Improvements were made to the survey based on comments from customers. The Spring 2024 survey was streamlined and now only takes 10 to 15 minutes to complete. The mobile interface was also improved to make the survey more intuitive.
Results of the survey will be available this summer. The Customers Count Survey is conducted twice a year, in the spring and fall. The Fall 2023 survey results showed 86% satisfaction for Metro-North customers, along with increased satisfaction for Long Island Rail Road and Access-A-Ride customers. Overall subway line satisfaction increased by four percentage points, and overall subway station satisfaction increased by six percentage-points.
Deadline: Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 11:59 PM EST
NYC DOT Art is commissioning temporary site-responsive art for Beautifying the Park Row Connection to Chinatown to reinforce the connection between Lower Manhattan and Chinatown and reflect the rich cultural identity of the area. Building upon ongoing efforts, the art will enhance the overall pedestrian, cyclist, and public space experience, create stronger gateway treatments, and more welcoming corridors in and around Park Row.
Artists are invited to submit past work examples in response to this Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for an opportunity to be selected to develop and install final temporary site-responsive art at sites designated by NYC DOT in mediums including asphalt art, barrier beautification, fence interventions, and digital illustration for aluminum signage.
For more information and to apply, visit the NYC DOT Art Submittable portal: https://nycdotart.submittable.com/submit
Stay tuned for more artist opportunities coming soon!
Draft Text Offers Comprehensive Details of Proposal to Enable “A Little More Housing in Every Neighborhood”
Early Release of Text Offers Transparency, Engagement Ahead of Formal Public Review
NEW YORK – Department of City Planning (DCP) Director Dan Garodnick today released the annotated draft zoning text of City of Yes for Housing Opportunity, Mayor Adams’ historic proposal to address New York’s housing crisis by enabling a little more housing in every neighborhood. The document offers comprehensive proposal details, including annotations to explain complex zoning text in plain English. By releasing the draft annotated zoning text early, DCP is giving New Yorkers additional time to understand the proposal before community boards and borough presidents begin their official review. In addition, DCP today released an illustrated guide to the major components of the proposal, including real-world examples, key terms, and more. Both documents are available to download at nyc.gov/YesHousingOpportunity.
“The human consequences of our housing shortage are clear: rising rents, homelessness, displacement, and an imbalance of power between landlords and tenants. City of Yes for Housing Opportunity would help alleviate this crisis by providing New Yorkers with more housing choice, and the release of the draft zoning text is an important step toward making that happen,” said Dan Garodnick, DCP Director and Chair of the City Planning Commission. “These materials will help the public understand how our proposal will create housing opportunity in every neighborhood, and reflect our commitment to transparency and public engagement.”
City of Yes for Housing Opportunity is the most pro-housing reform ever proposed to New York’s zoning, and comes as the city faces a historic housing shortage, with a rental vacancy rate of just 1.41%. Mayor Adams first unveiled details of the proposal in September 2023, and DCP is currently undertaking environmental review. Major components of the plan include:
The draft annotated zoning text sheds new light on these proposals and offers more details on others. It includes provisions for the deepest affordability levels provided through zoning, including a requirement that units qualifying for UAP be permanently affordable to New Yorkers earning an average of 60% of the Area Median Income (AMI). It also allows the “Deep Affordability” option of Mandatory Inclusionary Housing (MIH), which requires that 20% of housing be affordable to New Yorkers earning 40% of the AMI, to be used independently of other MIH options, rather than only being available in conjunction with other MIH options at higher AMI levels.
Other details in the draft zoning text include:
DCP will release a draft environmental impact statement (DEIS) and refer City of Yes for Housing Opportunity to community boards, borough presidents, and borough boards for public review later this spring. It is anticipated to come for a vote by the City Planning Commission and City Council before the end of the year.
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Department of City Planning
The Department of City Planning (DCP) plans for the strategic growth and development of the City through ground-up planning with communities, the development of land use policies and zoning regulations applicable citywide, and its contribution to the preparation of the City’s 10-year Capital Strategy. DCP promotes housing production and affordability, fosters economic development and coordinated investments in infrastructure and services, and supports resilient, sustainable communities across the five boroughs for a more equitable New York City.
In addition, DCP supports the City Planning Commission in its annual review of approximately 450 land use applications for a variety of discretionary approvals. The Department also assists both government agencies and the public by advising on strategic and capital planning and providing policy analysis, technical assistance and data relating to housing, transportation, community facilities, demography, zoning, urban design, waterfront areas and public open space.
April 5, 2024 - CB4 received reports that a 4.8 magnitude earthquake shook the New York City metro area this morning.
Visit NYC Emergency Management’s website for information on what to do before, during or after an earthquake. For updates follow NYC Emergency Management and the Mayor’s Office on X.
Did you feel the earthquake? Submit a report to: https://earthquake.usgs.gov/dyfi/.
Notification issued 4/3/2024 at 4:25 AM.
The National Weather Service has issued the following:
What: Flood Watch
Where: NYC
When: 4:00 PM on 4/3 to 1:00 AM on 4/4
Hazards: Heavy rain of 2-3" inches possible may cause flooding in the city, including on highways, streets, underpasses, as well as other poor drainage or low-lying spots.
Preparedness Actions:
For the latest weather info: www.weather.gov/okx/.
Protecting Eyes and Preparing for Weather and Traffic Key to Enjoying the Celestial Spectacle
Watch State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald’s Eclipse Safety Tips Public Service Announcement here
ALBANY, N.Y. (April 2, 2024) – The highly anticipated total solar eclipse of 2024 will cross New York State’s afternoon sky on April 8th. Although it’s an exciting, once-in-a-lifetime event, it’s important to take some simple precautions to make sure your experience is safe and enjoyable.
“Looking directly at the sun without the correct eye protection--even for a short time--can cause permanent damage to your retinas, a light-sensitive part of the eye that transmits what you see to your brain,” State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald said. “The only way to look at the sun when it’s not eclipsed or is partially eclipsed is with a special solar filter, such as eclipse glasses or a handheld solar viewer. Regular sunglasses, no matter how dark, will not work. Please be particularly careful to protect small children who are at higher risk and may not understand the danger of staring at the sun during an eclipse.”
Eclipse glasses and handheld solar viewers must meet the required ISO 12312-2 international standard.
Additionally, April in New York State can bring either a warm sun or lots of cold snow, so be prepared if you plan to be outdoors. If you must travel on the day of the eclipse, be aware that traffic is expected to be extremely heavy in most parts of the state.
Dr. McDonald’s Public Service Announcement can be viewed here.
For more information on how to have fun while staying safe and to check out eclipse events in your area, go to New York State Solar Eclipse | View Info, Times & Maps (iloveny.com).
April 2, 2024 — The New York City Emergency Management Department (NYCEM) today issued a Travel Advisory for Wednesday, April 3, to Thursday, April 4 for inclement weather forecasted for the city, including an additional 2 to 3 inches of rain expected between now and Thursday, becoming locally heavy at times, mainly Wednesday afternoon to Wednesday evening, causing minor flooding of poor drainage and low-lying areas. Flash flooding is not currently forecast, but localized areas of flash flooding cannot be ruled out. There is also expected to be minor coastal flooding and high winds. New Yorkers are urged to remain updated with real-time verified emergency weather alerts through Notify NYC (nyc.gov/notify) and to expect travel delays and disruptions.
The National Weather Service issued a Coastal Flood Warning for Queens South from 3AM to 7AM Wednesday, April 3 and Queens North and the Bronx from 4PM Wednesday, April 3 until 10AM Thursday, April 4 for inundation of 1.5-2.5ft above ground level. The NWS also issued a Coastal Flood Advisory for Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Staten Island from 2PM Wednesday, April 3 until to 7AM Thursday, April 4. A Coastal Flood Advisory has been issued for Queens South between 2-7:00 PM on Wednesday, April 3, for inundation of 1 foot above ground level and for 3-7 AM on Thursday, April 4 for inundation of 2 feet above ground level.
The National Weather Service has also issued a High Wind Watch citywide from 11:00 AM on Wednesday until 5:00 AM Thursday for 25-35 mph winds and gusts of up to 60 mph possible. New Yorkers are urged to exercise caution when walking, biking, or driving and secure any loose objects from their properties. NWS alerts, advisories, and warnings, and statements are subject to change. For the latest visit weather.gov/nyc. The MTA has prohibited empty tractor-trailers and tandem trailers on all MTA bridges beginning 10AM on Wednesday due to expected high winds.
NYCEM is collaborating with the National Weather Service and monitoring the latest forecasts. To ensure real-time awareness and a coordinated response, NYCEM is organizing specialized interagency briefings to keep essential stakeholders well-informed of emerging risks, and reinforcing its readiness for scaled-up emergency responses should conditions warrant. Critical assets and specialized units are on standby prepared for activation as conditions necessitate. Roads, parking lots, and properties in low-lying areas near the shoreline could potentially experience minor flooding.
NYCEM recommends the following preparedness actions for New Yorkers:
NYCEM will continue to provide New Yorkers with the most current information and guidelines as conditions develop.
For more safety tips, visit NYC.gov/SevereWeather. Before and during an emergency, the City will send emergency alerts and updates to New Yorkers through various channels including Notify NYC, the City's free emergency notification system. Through Notify NYC, New Yorkers can receive phone calls, text messages, and/or emails alerts about traffic and transit disruptions and other emergencies. Sign up for Notify NYC to receive free emergency alerts and updates in your preferred language by visiting NYC.gov/NotifyNYC, calling 311 (212-639-9675 for Video Relay Service, or TTY: 212-504-4115), following @NotifyNYC on Twitter, or getting the free Notify NYC mobile application for your Apple or Android device.
Summer Rising 2024 is a partnership between New York City Public Schools and the Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD). Summer Rising is free and available to all NYC students in grades K-8. Students in Summer Rising will have access to both academic and enrichment programming over the course of the day, including field trips, arts activities, and outdoor recreation.
Programs will be full-day, in-person, and planned and operated collaboratively by school principals and community-based organizations (CBOs). Breakfast, lunch, and snacks will be served.
Learn more: Summer Rising 2024 Webpage
We are reaching out on behalf of the spring 2024 Hunter College Master of Urban Planning studio class focusing on mobility and vehicle ownership in New York City. We are contacting community boards across the five boroughs to share our short survey with your constituents and members. We are planning to use this information to inform our final report documenting how New Yorkers move about the city and will be shared with the New York City Department of Transportation.
Survey Link: https://forms.gle/UMzwALy8TRroG2SE7
To Whom It May Concern:
CONNOLLY & SON CONSTRUCTION INC. will be fully closing the roadway with use of Crane to deliver and install Mechanical Equipment at building 1333 Broadway. Please see below details for this full roadway closure:
Location
On: LINDEN STREET
Between: BROADWAY – BUSHWICK AVENUE
Date:
SAT. APRIL 6TH – SUN. APRIL 7TH
Work hours:
8:00AM-6:00PM (SAT)
9:00AM-6:00PM (SUN)
Back up date/Weather date:
SAT. APRIL 13TH – SUN. APRIL 14TH (Same work hours would apply)
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact:
CONTACT NAME: PATRICK CONNOLLY
CONTACT NUMBER: (917) 202-0723
CONTACT EMAIL: PAT@247LIFTING.COM
📣 Save the Date: Participatory Budgeting #VoteWeek!
#District37 has 11 projects on the ballot! You will be able to cast a vote for your top 3 projects. Your vote matters!
📅 April 6th-14th
🗳 Vote online or in person!
ℹ pbnyc.org/vote
Stay tuned to learn more about the projects on the ballot and our voting sites!
#PBNYC #GOTV
It’s Convenient!
The NYC ACCESS HRA Mobile App has proven to be popular with parents who have a case with the NYC Department of Social Services’s Office of Child Support Services. It’s an easy, convenient, and safe way for parents to fill out and submit forms and make online payments.
The most popular feature is online payments where parents can pay their child support using credit or debit cards, PayPal and now Venmo. When they use the app, they don’t incur any additional fees. Two to three business days are required for payment processing.
Other Features of the Mobile App:
Learn more at nyc.gov/childsupportmobile and via this flyer.
The National Weather Service Has Issued a Flood Watch for New York City
March 5, 2024 — The New York City Emergency Management Department today issued a Travel Advisory for heavy rain and flooding tomorrow, Wednesday, March 6, into Thursday, March 7. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Flood Watch for New York City valid from 1:00 p.m. tomorrow until 6:00 a.m. Thursday. According to the latest forecast, rain begins in the early afternoon tomorrow with periods of moderate to heavy rain through about midnight. Light rain continues overnight with lingering showers possible through Thursday afternoon. A total of 1.5 to 3 inches of rain is expected, the bulk of which is forecast between 3:00 p.m. and midnight. Rainfall rates around 1 inch/hour will be possible, but extreme rates are not expected.
Heavy rain may result in widespread minor flooding across the city, particularly in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Flooded roadways could create travel delays and disruptions during the evening commute. A few flood-prone roads may become impassable. Minor flooding of structures and properties will also be possible. The threat for more significant flash flooding remains low and localized at this time. The primary flood threat will end around midnight, but residual flooding will be possible through Thursday morning.
No other hazards are expected with this storm as winds will be about 10-15 MPH with temperatures in the low 50s. Winds will be breezy during the day Thursday at 20-25 MPH.
New York City Emergency Management, in coordination with partners and other city agencies, has activated the comprehensive Flash Flood Emergency Plan and is actively collaborating with the National Weather Service to monitor conditions. As part of this proactive approach, crews from the New York City Department of Environmental Protection, New York City Department of Sanitation, and New York City Department of Transportation are already on the ground, inspecting and clearing catch basins in neighborhoods and thoroughfares that are particularly susceptible to flooding. Multiple city agencies have been convened on a Flash Flood Emergency Plan Steering Committee and are not only preparing in advance but also poised to respond swiftly and effectively to emergent situations.
NYCEM urges all New Yorkers to prioritize their safety by remaining alert and well-informed, including with real-time updates by subscribing to Notify NYC and listening to news broadcasts for the latest weather information. NYCEM strongly encourages all New Yorkers to take proactive steps to ensure their own safety and support the city’s resilience:
For more safety tips, visit NYC.gov/SevereWeather. New Yorkers are encouraged to sign up for Notify NYC, the city’s free emergency notification system, to stay informed about the latest weather updates and other emergencies. Notify NYC is available in 14 languages, including American Sign Language. To learn more about the Notify NYC program or to sign up, New Yorkers can visit the Notify NYC website, call 311, or download the free Notify NYC app for your Android or Apple device. You can now text to 692-692, using the code NOTIFYNYC, NOTIFYNYCESP (Spanish), and NOTIFYFRE (French) to be instantly enrolled to receive the highest priority, verified alerts across all the five boroughs.
CEC32 currently has four vacant seats on the council (iep rep, ell rep, student, regular council member) and is accepting applications. Please apply to the DOE directly at CECinfo@schools.nyc.gov. Do not submit the application to CEC32. Eligible candidates will be invited to attend a candidate forum (date to be determined). Do not delay your application.
Applications are available in nine languages and all information about eligibility to apply for CECs can be found here. Please also visit CEC32@schools.nyc.gov to learn more about our organization.
Basic eligibility rules require that the applicant be a parent of a student in grades Kindergarten through 8th, or in a Pre-K program, who currently attends a non-charter public school or Pre-K program in the district where the applicant wishes to serve on the CEC. Please follow the links for more requirements.
We’d like to invite you to NAMI-NYC's Virtual Story Hour on Thursdays, starting March 7. NAMI-NYC community members will share their personal story of mental health challenges and their road to recovery.
Thursday, March 7: Opening Night Story Hour - Marina Enache and Lady Charmaine Day
Thursday, March 14: Black Minds Matter - Dionne Mobley and Tanya Robinson
Thursday, March 21: Stomp the Stigma Story Hour - Sonja van Breda and Anne McCarthy
Thursday, March 28: AAPI Voices - Jesse Liu and Brenda Tom
Thursday, April 4: Young Adult Story Hour - Kristen Koniuch and Nina Rondon
Thursday, April 11: Closing Night Story Hour - Miguel Andersson and Gregory Difolco
Addressing climate pollution is an urgent priority in our communities. By developing strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, we will be able to accomplish critical collective goals, like improving air quality or promoting overall environmental health and sustainability.
The New York Metropolitan Transportation Council (NYMTC) is a partner in the New York-New Jersey Metropolitan Statistical Area’s (MSA) climate action planning work. Using a CPRG planning grant from the EPA, several agencies across the MSA will create comprehensive, innovative strategies for reducing climate pollution and ensuring that the associated initiatives maximize benefits, especially for low-income and disadvantaged communities.
Community Outreach Survey: The Community Outreach Survey offers community members the opportunity to express their climate pollution concerns. The results of the survey will inform future CPRG planning.
To learn more or get involved in the initiative, visit the NY-NJ-MSA-CPRG Hub Site linked here.
Thank you for participating in this important effort to develop impactful climate pollution reduction measures.
The New York City Department of Sanitation announced that there would be no trash, curbside compost or recycling collection on Lincoln’s Birthday, Monday, February 12, and Presidents’ Day, Monday, February 19, 2024.
Lincoln’s Birthday – Monday, February 12, 2024
Presidents’ Day – Monday, February 19, 2024
Please note that residents may experience collection delays, as is possible after holidays. We appreciate patience as we work to collect the backlog of material.
For questions about Sanitation services and holiday schedules contact 311 or visit nyc.gov/sanitation.
About the New York City Department of Sanitation
The Department of Sanitation (DSNY) keeps New York City clean, safe, and healthy by collecting, recycling, and disposing of waste, cleaning streets, attacking the scourge of illegal dumping, and clearing snow and ice. The Department operates 59 district garages and manages a fleet of more than 2,000 rear-loading collection trucks, 450 mechanical brooms, 705 salt spreaders, and several dozen bike lane operations machines. Under the Adams Administration, the Department is aggressively cleaning more parts of the City than ever before, including over 1,000 long-ignored areas spread across every neighborhood. With the highest wintertime uniformed headcount in 20 years, DSNY is more equipped than ever to remove snow and ice from the approximately 19,000 lane-miles of City streets.
Alert continues until 7:00 pm, February 13
The New York City Department of Sanitation has issued a Snow Alert for Tuesday, February 13 beginning at 3:00 am. The alert is in effect through 7:00 pm, February 13.
Based on current forecasts, 5-8 inches of snow are possible, although the forecast is subject to change. Precipitation is expected to begin as rain, with snow expected to mix in starting around 4 a.m. before turning to all snow around 7 a.m.
Beginning on the midnight shift, Sanitation Workers will put salt on every street, highway and bike lane in the City, and will be prepared to plow as soon as accumulations hit 2” or more. The operation will continue until all streets are clear, which will likely be hours after snowfall ends. Remember that a plowed street does not show blacktop right away.
While the Department’s Sanitation Workers cover our streets, highways, and bike lanes, clearing snow from sidewalks is the property owners’ responsibility. The Department reminds all property owners to do their part to make sure that the sidewalks are passable.
In a Snow Alert, the Department coordinates with NYC Emergency Management and the Department of Transportation on snow clearing protocol in accordance with each agency’s written snow plan. All relevant city agencies have been notified of the Snow Alert.
All winter weather information and information about the City’s response to the storm can be found by visiting the City’s Severe Weather website at nyc.gov/severeweather or by calling 311.
Operations Update
Thanks to historic investments in DSNY, the Department’s Workers and equipment are more prepared for winter weather than ever before.
The full fleet of more than 700 salt spreaders will begin to operate before the first precipitation falls, and the Department is fully stocked with salt. More than 2,000 of the Department’s collection trucks will be turned into snow plows, and these plows will be activated when a “plowable depth” of 2” of snow is reached.
Every street is on a route, and unlike in past years, every route can be dispatched at the same time, bringing equity in snow clearance to the entire City. Thanks to historic investments in DSNY, bike lanes will also be serviced simultaneously alongside car lanes. DSNY will be tracking these operations via the new Bladerunner 2.0 platform.
Residents may track the progress of DSNY snow removal vehicles at nyc.gov/PlowNYC. Remember, a plowed or salted street will not show blacktop right away.
Trash/Recycling Collection:
Collection will not occur during initial snow operations, however, residents may follow their regular set out schedule. Collection will resume as soon as conditions and operations allow.
Snow Clearing Information
While DSNY clears streets and bike lanes, property owners are responsible for clearing sidewalks. As a reminder, property owners, including restaurants with outdoor dining structures, may NOT push snow into the street, including bike lanes. This impedes snow clearing operations and is illegal. Snow may be moved against the building, to the curb line, or areas on private property. Sidewalks should be passable for all pedestrians, including a minimum 4-foot clear path, where possible.
If the snow stops falling between:
The fine for failure to clear sidewalks is $100 for the first offense, $150 for the second offense and $250 for the third offense.
Alternate Side Parking
Alternate Side Parking regulations are cancelled Tuesday, February 13. Parking meters will remain in effect.
New Yorkers are also encouraged to sign up for NotifyNYC, the City’s free emergency notification system, available in 14 languages including ASL. Through NotifyNYC, New Yorkers can sign up to receive phone calls, text messages, and emails alerts about severe weather events and emergencies. To sign up for Notify NYC, call 311, visit nyc.gov/notify or follow @NotifyNYC on Twitter.
Find information on Sanitation snow operations along with residents’ responsibilities during and after snow at nyc.gov/snow.
Starting March 1, 2024, all businesses in NYC must use bins with secure lids when setting out trash for collection. This new rule is an important step in keeping our streets clean!
This rule applies to any business in New York City, regardless of what is sold. Any perishable material (trash or organic material) must be in a bin with a secure lid when set out on the curb for collection. This requirement does not apply to businesses that have waste collected from a loading dock.
Store bins inside or outside
Bins should be stored inside or in a rear yard if possible. If space is not available, bins can be stored within three (3) feet of the building line when not set out for collection. Bins must be maintained in a neat and orderly manner and always allow for a clear path of pedestrian travel on the sidewalk.
Join an info session!
Need more information to prepare your business? Join one of our trainings, held weekly through March:
Meeting Date |
Meeting Time |
Registration Link |
Feb 12 |
3:00 PM |
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Feb 21 |
10:00 AM |
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Feb 26 |
1:00 PM |
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March 7 |
5:00 PM |
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March 15 |
10:00 AM |
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March 19 |
3:00 PM |
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Mar 25 |
5:00 PM |
If you’re unable to make an info session, please go to nyc.gov/usebins for more information.
As a reminder:
Recycling
The New York City Department of Sanitation announced that there would be no trash, curbside compost or recycling collection on Lincoln’s Birthday, Monday, February 12, and Presidents’ Day, Monday, February 19, 2024.
Lincoln’s Birthday – Monday, February 12, 2024
Presidents’ Day – Monday, February 19, 2024
Please note that residents may experience collection delays, as is possible after holidays. We appreciate patience as we work to collect the backlog of material.
For questions about Sanitation services and holiday schedules contact 311 or visit nyc.gov/sanitation.
About the New York City Department of Sanitation
The Department of Sanitation (DSNY) keeps New York City clean, safe, and healthy by collecting, recycling, and disposing of waste, cleaning streets, attacking the scourge of illegal dumping, and clearing snow and ice. The Department operates 59 district garages and manages a fleet of more than 2,000 rear-loading collection trucks, 450 mechanical brooms, 705 salt spreaders, and several dozen bike lane operations machines. Under the Adams Administration, the Department is aggressively cleaning more parts of the City than ever before, including over 1,000 long-ignored areas spread across every neighborhood. With the highest wintertime uniformed headcount in 20 years, DSNY is more equipped than ever to remove snow and ice from the approximately 19,000 lane-miles of City streets.
The MTA will host four hybrid virtual/in-person public ratemaking hearings in February and March on the proposed tolling structure of congestion pricing for the Central Business District, modeled on recommendations made by the Traffic Mobility Review Board on Nov. 30, 2023.
The ratemaking hearings will take place at the following dates and times, and are accessible online at mta.info/CBDTP:
Each public hearing will be livestreamed on the MTA YouTube channel at MTA Live - YouTube and on the project website: mta.info/CBDTP.
Members of the public who wish to speak at the hearings are required to register in advance online, by calling the Public Hearing Hotline at (646) 252-6777, or in person. Registration will open one week before the start time of each hearing and will close 30 minutes after the beginning of the hearing. Speakers will be provided two minutes to speak. The hearings will be hosted in person at 2 Broadway, New York, NY 10004 in the William J. Ronan 20th Floor Board Room. People may also register to participate remotely via Zoom or telephone.
American Sign Language and CART Captioning Services will be available.
Comments can be submitted through Monday, March 11, 2024, online, by email, mail, fax, and audio comments via voicemail message.
Sincerely,
Team GCR
The New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) is undergoing an extensive process to prepare a new Strategic Plan to be released later this year. This plan will serve as a cohesive framing of our work and guide the future of transportation in our city.
As part of the process, NYC DOT is looking for input from New Yorkers on the agency’s areas of work and approach. Please take the survey and help us spread the word!
Click here to make your voice heard by March 1, 2024.
You are invited to “Health and Racial Equity Convergence: Addressing the Social Determinants of Health” on Wednesday, February 21st in-person at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.
The event will focus on how addressing social needs, such as access to healthy food and green space, can improve chronic disease outcomes and address racial patterns of health and social inequalities.
The event will begin with a welcome from Tony Davis, Director of Community Outreach and remarks from Dr. Michelle Morse, Chief Medical Officer and Deputy Commissioner of the Center for Health Equity and Community Wellness within the NYC Health Department.
Dr. Ese Oghenejobo, Director of Healthcare Payment and Financing Initiatives and Acting Executive Director of the Office of Healthcare System Strategy and Accountability within the NYC Health Department, will then moderate an interactive panel and live audience Q&A featuring:
The final agenda will be posted on the registration page prior to the event.
When: Wednesday February 21st 4:00 p.m. ET
Where: Federal Reserve Bank of New York, Auditorium, 33 Liberty Street, New York, NY
How: Registration is required. Please register here by February 16th.
Thank you!
With appreciation,
Michelle Morse, MD, MPH | Chief Medical Officer | Deputy Commissioner, CHECW
New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
Everything you always wanted to know about the Future of Trash in NYC and so much more.
'NYC Trash Academy: Talking Dirty About Sustainable Solutions’ is a free virtual 10-session educational series designed for all New Yorkers and anyone interested in learning how to create a cleaner, healthier, more sustainable city. Along with these virtual sessions, this year we have also added three hybrid evening study halls where participants can come together (virtually or in person) to discuss the modules and network as a cohort.
The Fourth Annual NYC Trash Academy, formerly known as Zero Waste Academy, is taught by experts from the NYC Department of Sanitation and the private sector. The course is designed to increase awareness and understanding of the environmental, social, and economic impacts around waste management. Upon completion of the program, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and resources to create meaningful change in their lives, their communities and the city at large.
NYC Trash Academy runs February 8 through March 21. Apply to join this year’s cohort! Applications close Friday, February 2, 2024. For more information, visit the NYC Sanitation Foundation website.
If you have any issues or questions, please contact us at academy@sanitationfoundation.org.
Effective January 29, 2024, DSS/HRA will move to an appointment-only model across all 10 of IDNYC's enrollment sites.
Appointments for in-person enrollment are released each week on Friday afternoons for the following Monday through Friday and can be booked by visiting the IDNYC Online Portal. If clients are not able to book an appointment, we ask they check back as availability changes daily.
Click HERE for IDNYC Enrollment Center locations.
About IDNYC
IDNYC is a free, municipal photo identification card for New York City residents ages 10 and up to use in the five boroughs which provides access to a wide variety of services and programs offered by the City. For cardholders 16 and older, cards are valid for five years from the date the application was approved. For cardholders under the age of 16, cards are valid for two years from the date the application was approved. IDNYC cardholders enjoy benefits and discounts offered by businesses and cultural institutions across the five boroughs. IDNYC can be used as your public library card, to access your own and your child's immunization records, and to open a bank account at select financial institutions.
“Unlocking Doors” is a new program that will invest up to $10 million to renovate distressed rent-stabilized homes and then connect New Yorkers experiencing homelessness with access to those homes. Through this pilot, the City will provide up to $25,000 for qualifying repairs for up to 400 rent-stabilized homes that are currently vacant and unavailable for rent. After the repairs are complete, HRA will then match the rehabilitated apartments with households with City Fighting Homelessness and Eviction Prevention Supplement (CityFHEPS) vouchers for use and distribute the reimbursement to the apartment’s owner.
For more information visit the HPD website.
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our 2024 NYC Veteran and Military Community Survey—a chance to shape the future of the NYC Veteran community. Your insights matter, and this survey is key to unlocking a more tailored experience for the community.
Why participate?
READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE? Visit nyc.gov/vetsurvey to take the 2024 NYC Veteran and Military Community Survey and help us make impactful choices for our Veterans, Service Members, and their families.
Agency Continues to Monitor Potential Winter Storm
January 4, 2024 — The NYC Department of Emergency Management has issued a weather alert for Saturday, January 6 into Sunday, January 7, 2024. According to the National Weather Service, light snow and a wintry mix begin early Saturday afternoon, becoming increasingly likely by the evening. Rain continues to mix with snow overnight, particularly along the coast, with precipitation tapering off Sunday morning. Spotty snow showers may continue through the afternoon or early evening. Wind gusts of 30 to 35 mph overnight and minor coastal flooding on Sunday morning will also be possible.
The current forecast calls for snowfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches in the northern boroughs with less than half an inch along the coast. If conditions trend colder, reasonable worst-case amounts of 3 to 5 will be possible in the northern boroughs, with 1 to 2 inches elsewhere across the city. Snowfall is expected to be wet, so full accumulation is not expected. Slick roadways and minor travel impacts will be possible during periods of snow. Icy conditions are not expected at this time.
“With initial forecasts predicting a potentially significant storm hitting the tri-state area this weekend, our agencies are prepared to handle anything that’s thrown our way,” said New York City Mayor Eric Adams. “We’ll continue to keep New Yorkers updated about what to expect and our preparations for the storm. As always, the best way to stay safe is to stay informed – so sign up for Notify NYC to get the latest information directly from the city.”
“As the tri-state area anticipates a winter weather system this weekend that could bring substantial impact, New York City’s agencies are prepared and are actively coordinating with the National Weather Service and our utility partners to ensure a comprehensive response to mitigate and address any potential effects from this weather,” said NYC Emergency Management Commissioner Zach Iscol. “I encourage all New Yorkers to closely monitor the forecast and to subscribe to Notify NYC, the city’s free verified emergency alert system.”
“Thanks to historic investments in the Sanitation Department, we have the highest uniformed headcount in decades heading into this winter. We are ready for whatever Mother Nature throws our way,” said Jessica Tisch, Commissioner, NYC Department of Sanitation.
NYC Emergency Management has conducted coordination calls and briefings with the National Weather Service, partner city and state agencies, and infrastructure and utility companies. NYCEM has enhanced staffing at its Watch Command, which maintains 24/7 surveillance and response over weather developments and emergency situations, ensuring continuous monitoring, readiness, and interagency coordination. Additionally, it has bolstered its Response Unit to provide support to the city’s field operations and ensure the provision of emergency logistics and communications. Furthermore, NYCEM’s Emergency Operations Center, which is currently active for asylum seeker operations, remains fully operational as a hub of coordination and response, enabling the city to effectively manage multiple ongoing operations simultaneously.
NYC Emergency Management offered New Yorkers tips on staying safe before, during, and after winter storms: https://www.nyc.gov/site/em/ready/winter-weather-prep.page.
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For Immediate Release
January 3, 2024
Contacts:
Casey Berkovitz, Joe Marvilli – press@planning.nyc.gov (212) 720-3471
City Planning to Answer Frequently Asked Questions about City of Yes for Economic Opportunity at Online Public Event
Community Leaders Will Pose Questions Based on Community Feedback about City of Yes Proposal
Event Comes as the Zoning Initiative is Being Considered by Community Boards, Borough Boards, and Borough Presidents
NEW YORK – Department of City Planning (DCP) Director Dan Garodnick today announced that the agency will host a virtual online information session to answer frequently asked questions about the City of Yes for Economic Opportunity proposal. To be held on Tuesday, January 9 at 11:00 am via Zoom, the event will offer a venue for community leaders to ask DCP questions that have been raised during the public review of the proposal. RSVP here.
City of Yes for Economic Opportunity, the second of Mayor Adams’s three City of Yes zoning initiatives, would support small businesses and entrepreneurs, revitalize commercial corridors, boost growing industries, and bolster the city’s industrial sector. DCP held five info sessions before the start of public review, and has made over 100 presentations to community and borough boards since the formal public review process began on October 30.
Tuesday’s event aims to provide a convenient online forum for interested New Yorkers from across the city to get answers to the most commonly-heard questions from these meetings, and dispel any misconceptions or unanswered questions about the proposal. Community leaders representing a diverse array of neighborhoods and stakeholders will bring questions for DCP: Kevin Guscott, a small business owner and Special Projects Manager for the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce; Rafael Espinal, Executive Director of the Freelancers Union; and Laura Rothrock, President of Long Island City Partnership. A recording and transcript of the event will be available online after it concludes.
The event comes during community boards’, borough boards’, and borough presidents’ formal review period on the proposal, which includes 18 proposed changes to the city’s zoning regulations. 4 community boards have already voted in support of the proposal, while 4 have voted to disapprove. On January 24, the City Planning Commission (CPC) will hold a public hearing, followed by a vote in the spring; if the CPC votes to approve the initiative, the City Council will hold a hearing and vote to approve, modify, or disapprove the proposal.
City of Yes for Economic Opportunity is the second of three City of Yes initiatives to update New York City’s zoning for a more sustainable, prosperous, and affordable city. The first, City of Yes for Carbon Neutrality, was adopted by the City Council in December, lifting barriers to clean energy and sustainability efforts like building retrofits, solar panels, electric vehicle charging, and more. The third, City of Yes for Housing Opportunity, aims to build a little more housing in every neighborhood. It is currently undergoing environmental review and will begin formal public review in the spring.
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Department of City Planning
The Department of City Planning (DCP) plans for the strategic growth and development of the City through ground-up planning with communities, the development of land use policies and zoning regulations applicable citywide, and its contribution to the preparation of the City’s 10-year Capital Strategy. DCP promotes housing production and affordability, fosters economic development and coordinated investments in infrastructure and services, and supports resilient, sustainable communities across the five boroughs for a more equitable New York City.
In addition, DCP supports the City Planning Commission in its annual review of approximately 450 land use applications for a variety of discretionary approvals. The Department also assists both government agencies and the public by advising on strategic and capital planning and providing policy analysis, technical assistance and data relating to housing, transportation, community facilities, demography, zoning, urban design, waterfront areas and public open space.
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has announced details of a public review process of the tolling structure that has been proposed for Central Business District Tolling, New York's congestion pricing program. The agency will accept written and audio comments now until March 11th. They will also be holding four hybrid virtual/in-person public hearings in February and March.
Members of the public may submit written comments online, and by email, mail and fax, and may submit audio comments by leaving a voicemail message.
Online: https://contact.mta.info/s/forms/CBDTP
Email: cbdtp.feedback@mtabt.org
Mail: CBD Tolling program, 2 Broadway, 23rd Floor, New York, NY 10004
Phone: 646-252-7440
Fax: Send to (212) 504-3148 with Attention to CBDTP Team
The hearings will begin on Thursday, Feb. 29 and conclude on March 4th. Members of the public who wish to speak at the hearings are required to register in advance online, in-person or by calling the Public Hearing Hotline at (646) 252-6777. The meetings will take place in person at 2 Broadway, New York, NY 10004 in the William J. Ronan 20th Floor Board Room. People may also register to participate remotely via Zoom or telephone. All public hearings will be livestreamed on the MTA YouTube channel as well as on the project website. The meetings will be held on these dates and times:
To learn more, please visit https://new.mta.info/project/CBDTP
New York City Community Emergency Response Teams (NYC CERT) is now recruiting for dedicated volunteers who help to prepare their neighbors and communities for different types of disasters.
NYC CERT members receive intensive training in emergency preparedness, fire safety, light search and rescue, disaster medical operations, and more.
Two classes are scheduled to begin in February. One class will meet on a Mon/Wed schedule and the other on a Tues/Thurs. The 11-session training will be delivered as a hybrid training.
If you are 18 or older and want to join NYC CERT, please complete the online application: https://nyc.gov/cert
Was your home or business damaged by flash flooding on 9/29? You may be eligible for low-interest loans through the US Business Administration. The deadline to apply for physical damage loans is February 2, 2024; the deadline to apply for economic injury loans is September 4, 2024. Learn more by visiting https://www.nyc.gov/site/em/ready/flooding.page
The NYC Hazard Mitigation Plan shares how NYC is working to reduce the impacts from natural hazards like coastal storms and flooding. Share your thoughts! The public comment period closes February 5, 2024. Learn more at https://nychazardmitigation.com/documentation/nyc-hazard-mitigation-plan/
The NYC Emergency Management Government Relations team is here to assist you! Please email all requests and inquiries to intergov@oem.nyc.gov
For residents in Brooklyn and Queens, set out your CLEAN trees and wreaths with your other composting on your Curbside Composting collection day.
For all other NYC residents, DSNY will collect clean Christmas trees and wreaths from Friday, January 5, 2024 through Saturday, January 13, 2024 — weather permitting. Christmas trees and wreaths are collected separately from your trash and recycling. They are scouted at the curb to make efficient collection routes. Your tree may not be picked up immediately, but will be picked up eventually.
Before your Christmas trees and wreaths can be collected, you MUST:
Trees and wreaths are processed as other composting or chipped, mixed with leaves, and recycled into rich compost for NYC's parks, institutions, and community gardens.
Artificial Trees
Take apart your tree to recycle the base and trunk (pole) with metal, glass, plastic, and cartons on your recycling day. Remove all lights, ornaments and tinsel before placing at the curb. Otherwise, set it out as garbage on a regular collection day.
Make Your Own Mulch
Use evergreen boughs and branches from your Christmas tree as mulch to enrich the soil in your garden or street tree beds. Just cut off the smaller branches of your Christmas tree and remove the twigs from evergreen boughs. Lay three to four inches of these trimmings over the bare soil around street trees or in your garden. After removing the branches for mulch, you can take your tree to MulchFest or leave it out for our collection.
MulchFest
Remove all ornaments, lights, tinsel, and stands from natural trees and take them to MulchFest for free chipping.
For more information on Christmas tree collection and recycling visit www.nyc.gov/dsny or call 311.
The New York City Department of Sanitation announced that in observance of New Year’s Day, Monday, January 1, 2024, there will be NO trash, curbside composting nor recycling collection on the holiday.
Please note that residents may experience collection delays, as is common after holidays. We appreciate patience as we work to collect the backlog of material.
For questions about Sanitation services and holiday schedules contact 311 or visit nyc.gov/sanitation.
About the New York City Department of Sanitation
The Department of Sanitation (DSNY) keeps New York City clean, safe, and healthy by collecting, recycling, and disposing of waste, cleaning streets, attacking the scourge of illegal dumping, and clearing snow and ice. The Department operates 59 district garages and manages a fleet of more than 2,000 rear-loading collection trucks, 450 mechanical brooms, 705 salt spreaders, and several dozen bike lane operations machines. Under the Adams Administration, the Department is aggressively cleaning more parts of the City than ever before, including over 1,000 long-ignored areas spread across every neighborhood. With the highest wintertime uniformed headcount in 20 years, DSNY is more equipped than ever to remove snow and ice from the approximately 19,000 lane-miles of City streets.
It's the hap-happiest season of all! The New York City Department of Sanitation has announced Christmas tree collection guidance for City residents.
All residents of Brooklyn and Queens, boroughs already receiving curbside composting collection may simply place their tree out, with their food scraps and yard waste, for collection on their regularly scheduled compost and recycling day. This is the first time trees can be set out as curbside compost collection, and is just one of many ways New York City's composting program is the easiest ever.
Residents of the Bronx, Manhattan and Staten Island should place their tree out at the curb for collection beginning Friday, January 5, 2024. Collection will run through Saturday, January 13, barring delays that may be caused by winter weather events. As a reminder, these Christmas trees are collected separately from trash and recycling, and patience is appreciated as pick-up may not occur immediately; trees are collected with other trees, and the Department scouts trees at the curb to make efficient routes.
No matter the borough, residents choosing to take advantage of curbside collection should remove all stands, tinsel, lights and ornaments before putting trees out for collection. Do NOT wrap trees in plastic bags.
After collection, the Christmas trees will be chipped, mixed with leaves, and recycled into compost for the city’s parks, institutions and community gardens.
Need to get rid of an artificial tree?
Residents looking to get rid of an artificial tree should separate and remove the metal base and trunk and place those parts with their other metal recycling.
For more information on Christmas tree collection and recycling visit www.nyc.gov/dsny or call 311.
On the night of Tuesday, January 23rd, 2024, NYC's Department of Social Services, the Human Resources Administration and the Department of Homeless Services will conduct its annual Homeless Outreach Population Estimate (HOPE) survey, a point-in-time survey undertaken each winter that helps the City estimate the number of unsheltered New Yorkers living on the street on one of the coldest nights of the year.
Volunteers are needed on this day from approximately 10:00 PM-4:00 a.m. on the night of January 23rd.
To learn more and to register, visit nyc.gov/hope.
Address: 223 Linden Street Brooklyn, NY 11221
Units: 80
Household Sizes: 1-3 people
Income Levels Served: $0.00 - $63,550
Application Deadline: Feburary 9th, 2024
80 Newly constructed units located at 223 Linden Street in the Bushwick neighborhood of Brooklyn. Amenities Include: Indoor fitness center, Outdoor fitness area, laundry Room, Private outdoor recreation Area, Video intercom, USB Outlets, Smart Wifi thermostats, Solar Panels, Raised-Bed Gardens, Community Gardens, Rooftop Sitting Area. *Community Facility Space will provide supportive social services focusing on health and wellness programs that promote independent living and promote healthy aging in place. Qualified applicants will be required to meet additional selection criteria, such as asset limits. * Senior/Elderly is defined as a household whose head, spouse, or sole member is at least 62 years of age at the time of application. Transit: L, M, J, subway lines and B60 & B52 buses. ** Tenant pays 30% of their income and applicants will need to qualify for Section 8. ***Tenant responsible for electricity, including for A/C and cooking range.
This building is being constructed through the SARA Program of the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) and the ELLA Program of the New York City Housing Development Corporation (HDC).
No deposits/application fees. More information: https://223linden.com
Please be advised that DOB mailed postcards to owners of 1-4 family homeowners to inform them that they have open violations/summonses (mailing included all summonses).
The DOB website is set up to provide step by step guidance on how to submit a Certification Of Correction for those owners who received a postcard notification of outstanding summonses.
For more information and guidance, visit www.nyc.gov/aeu-coc.
Hundreds of community members joined Interborough Express (IBX) Open Houses last month to learn more about the project and share their feedback! We were also joined by MTA Chair & CEO Janno Lieber at our Open House last week.
Couldn’t join in-person? We’ve replicated the Open House experience for online participation too. See the presentation and associated informational boards from the events, and then share your feedback via a digital engagement tool. Please spread the word to friends, family, colleagues, and neighbors.
We’ll be sharing more opportunities to get involved and share feedback over the coming months, including additional in-person events and pop-ups, as well as virtual engagements. Thank you for your continued engagement with the IBX project.
Click to Share Your IBX Feedback
We are writing to share with you the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene’s (NYC Health Department) Office of Health Insurance Services Action Toolkit, which contains engagement resources and refers your community members to our health insurance enrollment services.
Since 2000, the NYC Health Department has helped connect New Yorkers without insurance to health insurance options and enroll them into coverage. We have more than 30 certified application counselors (CACs) who have been trained by the New York State of Health Marketplace to provide free one-on-one enrollment services to help New Yorkers sign up for quality, affordable health insurance coverage.
As of April 2023, health insurance coverage for Medicaid, Child Health Plus, and the Essential Plan will no longer renew automatically. To inform the public on health insurance redeterminations, the NYC Health Department’s Office of Health Insurance Services (OHIS) launched a citywide campaign encouraging New Yorkers to take action to renew their health insurance. Make sure your community members update their contact information on their health insurance accounts so they know when it’s time to renew during the ongoing redetermination period for insurance enrollment. Deadlines to renew depend on the enrollees’ enrollment end dates and will range from June 30, 2023 through May 31, 2024. In addition, the NYC Health Department assists New Yorkers who are age 65 or older, certified blind, or certified disabled, through the Aged, Blind and Disabled Program.
Please visit our Health Insurance Action Kit page to view our program flyers, posters, postcards, and other resources featuring materials on how to connect with one of our enrollers at the Office of Health Insurance Services. We encourage you to share these educational materials with your constituents.
Below are additional ways to connect with OHIS:
Thank you for the important work you do to keep our communities safe and healthy.
The New York City Department of Sanitation has announced guidance to City residents looking to dispose of their autumn leaves.
Separating leaves and yard waste from the trash and other recycling allows them to be turned into renewable energy or compost, instead of decomposing in a landfill.
Residents with curbside composting services already have year-round leaf collection service. Leaf and yard waste may be placed in your food scrap bin, in paper lawn and leaf bags, in an open, labeled bin, or in clear plastic bags. Leaves should be placed with other curbside compost material and will be collected on your recycling day.
The Department will collect leaves on Sunday, November 26 & Sunday, December 10. Set out your leaves at the curb after 8 p.m. the night before these days. Place leaf and yard waste in paper lawn and leaf bags, clear plastic bags, or an open, labeled bin.
The Department will collect leaves on Sunday, November 26 & Sunday, December 10. Set out your leaves at the curb after 8 p.m. the night before these days. Place leaf and yard waste in paper lawn and leaf bags, clear plastic bags, or an open, labeled bin.
Visit nyc.gov/leafcollection for more information.
About the New York City Department of Sanitation
The Department of Sanitation (DSNY) keeps New York City clean, safe, and healthy by collecting, recycling, and disposing of waste, cleaning streets, attacking the scourge of illegal dumping, and clearing snow and ice. The Department operates 59 district garages and manages a fleet of more than 2,000 rear-loading collection trucks, 450 mechanical brooms, 705 salt spreaders, and several dozen bike lane operations machines. Under the Adams Administration, the Department is aggressively cleaning more parts of the City than ever before, including over 1,000 long-ignored areas spread across every neighborhood. With the highest wintertime uniformed headcount in 20 years, DSNY is more equipped than ever to remove snow and ice from the approximately 19,000 lane miles of City streets.
AG James Urges Consumers Who Have Been Notified of Perry Johnson & Associates’
Data Breach to be on Alert and Take Action to Prevent Identity Theft
At Least 4 Million New Yorkers Have Been Impacted by the Data Breach
NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today warned New Yorkers impacted by a data breach at a medical transcription company, Perry Johnson & Associates, to take action to prevent potential identity theft. The company experienced a data breach affecting nearly nine million patients, including approximately four million New Yorkers in New York City and Syracuse. Northwell Health and Crouse Health have been affected by this data breach, and most individuals whose data was impacted have been notified. Attorney General James advises affected New Yorkers to protect themselves and their information from theft and impersonation.
Perry Johnson & Associates is a Nevada-based company that provides transcription services to health care organizations and physicians for dictating and transcribing patient notes. In May 2023, Perry Johnson & Associates became aware of a breach affecting their systems. The medical transcription company said the data impacted includes some social security numbers and insurance and clinical information from medical transcription files.
“I urge all New Yorkers affected by this data breach to stay alert and take these important steps to protect themselves,” said Attorney General James. “Bad actors can use the stolen information to impersonate individuals or cause financial harm. Identity theft is a serious issue, and my office will continue to take action to keep New Yorkers safe.”
Attorney General James urges anyone who believes they were impacted by this to take the following steps to protect themselves:
If you fall victim to medical identity theft, you should consider filing a report with the FTC online or at 877-438-4338.
On December 6, 2023, the Interagency Coordinating Council (ICC) on Youth, in accordance with Section 735(c) of Chapter 30 of the New York City Charter, will hold its annual Public Hearing to inform the public of its activities during the past year and to receive testimony on the status of youth services. The ICC is comprised of the City of New York's 20 Youth Serving government agencies.
The Public Hearing will take place on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, from 3:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. and will be held remotely via Zoom and in-person at the following location:
Department of Youth and Community Development
2 Lafayette Street - 14th Floor Auditorium
New York, New York 10007
REGISTRATION
Participants may register in advance through the following Zoom link if they are participating on-line:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83413284719?pwd=SGxncWJobTRSY3FBOGxxL1lhdk42dz09
or can register to attend in person at: elaboy@dycd.nyc.gov
Individuals may register remotely or in person on the day of the hearing and can submit written testimony at: elaboy@dycd.nyc.gov
Please note that each participant is allotted three minutes to testify and will be called in the order that they register.
Guests and those interested in the proceedings are welcome to attend remotely or in-person.
Please call us at 646-343-6735 if you have any questions.
Although winter is right around the corner, NYC Parks is excited to announce our recruitment drive for lifeguards for our 2024 beach and pool season!
We're looking for dedicated, mission-driven individuals to play a critical role in keeping a close watch on our pools and beaches, making summer happen for millions of New Yorkers. We appreciate the assistance of all Brooklyn Community Boards to help us recruit for the coming season. More information about requirements and how to apply is available on the Parks website:
https://www.nycgovparks.org/opportunities/jobs/lifeguards
The New York City Department of Sanitation announced that in observance of Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 23, 2023, there will be NO trash, curbside composting nor recycling collection on the holiday.
About the New York City Department of Sanitation
The Department of Sanitation (DSNY) keeps New York City clean, safe, and healthy by collecting, recycling, and disposing of waste, cleaning streets, attacking the scourge of illegal dumping, and clearing snow and ice. The Department operates 59 district garages and manages a fleet of more than 2,000 rear-loading collection trucks, 450 mechanical brooms, 705 salt spreaders, and several dozen bike lane operations machines. Under the Adams Administration, the Department is aggressively cleaning more parts of the City than ever before, including over 1,000 long-ignored areas spread across every neighborhood. With the highest wintertime uniformed headcount in 20 years, DSNY is more equipped than ever to remove snow and ice from the approximately 19,000 lane-miles of City streets.
The interactive Community Health Profiles have been updated with fresh data and new features. The Profiles give a full picture of neighborhood health across NYC’s 59 community districts.
Be sure to try the new Maps feature to explore by metric. The Maps feature will be visible after you enter the profiles by choosing a neighborhood and a section.
If you get a pop-up “Warning” error, click the “X” to close the message box. This will not affect the data.
You can create and download a custom PDF using these instructions. We are no longer posting the profiles in PDF format.
The winter season brings the possibility of winter weather emergencies. Advance Warning System partners should prepare staff and clients for the upcoming winter season. To learn more about winter weather safety, visit the Health Department’s interactive online infographic.
People at greatest risk of being affected by extreme cold and other winter weather-related dangers may include those who:
○ Are 65 years and older
○ Are infants
○ Have certain medical conditions, such as heart and lung disease, high blood pressure or diabetes
○ Have serious mental health conditions, developmental disabilities, or dementia
○ Have physical disabilities that limit mobility
If you do not have heat or hot water:
Until your heat is fixed, heat your home safely:
Need help paying your heating bills? Check your eligibility for the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) to help pay for heating and maintenance costs:
The 2023-2024 Regular HEAP benefit is open. Eligibility and benefits are based on income, household size, the primary heating source, and must have a household member who is under six years old, 60 years or older, or permanently disabled. Apply in person through HEAP Local District Contact or visit https://www2.pardot.health.nyc.gov/e/944933/nergy-assistance-program-heap-/n5wnt/393105354/h/FcouL9lG8G9rpTzl-PvhXBmQGtxPJgBWFnpQpBVqhQU
The 2023-2024 Emergency HEAP benefit is scheduled to open on January 2, 2024. Households may also be eligible for an emergency benefit if they are in danger of running out of heating fuel or having their utility service shut off. Emergency HEAP benefits and eligibility are based on income, available resources, and the type of emergency. Households facing an energy emergency should call their local Department of Social Services’ HEAP office for assistance.
The 2023-2024 HEAP Clean and Tune benefit is open. Eligible households can receive energy efficiency services such as chimney cleaning, minor repairs or installation of carbon monoxide detectors or thermostats. Households should call their local Department of Social Services’ HEAP for assistance and information: https://www2.pardot.health.nyc.gov/e/944933/programs-heap--tune-benefit/n5wp7/393105354/h/FcouL9lG8G9rpTzl-PvhXBmQGtxPJgBWFnpQpBVqhQU
The 2023-2024 Heat Equipment Repair and Replacement benefit is open. Homeowners may be eligible for assistance to replace or repair a furnace, boiler, or other direct heating equipment. Benefit amounts are based on actual cost of repair or replacement. Households may call their local Department of Social Services’ HEAP office to apply.
For more information on eligibility and applying for HEAP benefits, visit Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP). If you do not have heat, immediately tell your building superintendent, property manager or owner. Call 311 if the problem is not fixed quickly. Improper use of portable heating equipment can lead to fire or dangerous levels of carbon monoxide. Do not heat your home with a gas stove or oven, charcoal grill, or kerosene, propane, or oil-burning heaters.
For more information on eligibility and applying for HEAP benefits, visit Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP).
ConEdison will not disconnect residential customers on days when the high temperature is forecasted to be 32 degrees or lower.
ConEd customers can also sign up for CONCERN a payment plan assistance program to help pay for electric heating and maintenance costs: Between November 1st and April 15th residential customers enrolled in CONCERN will not be disconnected. Customers older than 65, 18 or younger or permanently disabled qualify and must sign up by ConEd’s “My Account” or calling 1-800-4040-9097, weekdays from 8: 30a.m to 5p.m.
For Long Island residents, PSEG will suspend residential customer terminations for non-payments when the National Weather Service forecasted temperature is below 32 degrees. Customers whose service has been terminated prior to extreme weather is encouraged to contact PSEG customer service team at 1-800-0025 for payment arrangement to restore power.
Be Prepared for Power Outages during Winter Storms
People who use electronic life-support equipment (LSE) at home (e.g., respirators, dialysis machines, apnea monitors), should register with their utility provider to be contacted in the event of an emergency. A medical certificate is required. ConEd customers Call 1-877-582-6633 or use “MyAccount” online. PSEG customers can call 1-800-490-0025.
Protect Yourself from COVID-19, Flu, and RSV
Respiratory viruses such as COVID-19, influenza (flu) and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are more common in fall and winter. Older adults, young children and people with certain underlying medical conditions are at the highest risk of getting sick or having severe illness from these viruses.
Getting vaccinated protects people from COVID-19, flu and RSV! COVID-19 and flu vaccines reduce the chance of becoming sick, being hospitalized and dying. Everyone ages 6 months and older should get an updated flu shot and COVID-19 vaccine, even if they have received prior COVID-19 shots or had COVID-19. There are new RSV vaccines available for adults ages 60 and older and people who are pregnant. It is safe and convenient to get more than one of these vaccines at the same time. Other ways to protect from respiratory illness include wearing a face mask in indoor public places, following good hand hygiene, and staying home when sick.
To find a nearby COVID-19 and flu vaccination provider, visit vaccinefinder.nyc.gov or contact NYC Health + Hospitals at 1-844-NYC-4NYC (844-692-4692) to schedule an appointment with a primary care provider who can offer your child vaccines. Older adults and pregnant people should talk to a health care provider about whether RSV vaccination is right for them.
The symptoms of COVID-19, flu and RSV are similar. People with mild or moderate symptoms of a respiratory illness – including cough, congestion and other signs of a cold – should get tested for COVID-19 and flu right away so they can contact their healthcare provider and start treatment if eligible. In the case of an emergency or severe illness, such as difficulty breathing, a pale or blue color around the lips or mouth, confusion, severe dehydration, or other concerning symptoms, call 911 or go to the nearest hospital. NYC Health + Hospitals’ Virtual ExpressCare can connect people to healthcare providers in minutes, and the service is available 24/7 in over 200 languages, regardless of immigration status or ability to pay. People can access Virtual ExpressCare by going to expresscare.nyc or calling 631-EXP-Care (631-397-2273).
For more information on winter viruses visit nyc.gov/health/coronavirus, nyc.gov/flu and https://www2.pardot.health.nyc.gov/e/944933/rsv/n5wqj/393105354/h/FcouL9lG8G9rpTzl-PvhXBmQGtxPJgBWFnpQpBVqhQU.
The People’s Money citywide participatory budgeting process is collecting your ideas for how to spend part of the city’s budget to support the issues and communities you care about.
Have you submitted your idea for a project? Sunday, November 19th is the last day for residents to submit ideas on how to spend The People’s Money! This is the LAST CHANCE to have your interests and ideas considered for the citywide ballot.
You can easily and quickly submit your idea on our website participate.nyc.gov, and review ideas that have been submitted by New Yorkers just like you! The process is open to anyone 11 years and older, regardless of immigration status.
After November 19th, ideas will be developed into ballot proposals, which will then be voted on by residents in each borough. Winning projects will then be funded and implemented in 2024. Check out the funded programs from last year’s cycle!
As we enter the final days of this phase, we are asking for your help to spread the word and ensure all New Yorkers are able to take this unique opportunity to have their voices heard by their government! Please utilize our social media toolkit to find graphics and sample messages to be shared online, and visit participate.nyc.gov to learn more.
The New York City Department of Sanitation has announced guidance to City residents looking to dispose of their autumn leaves.
Separating leaves and yard waste from the trash and other recycling allows them to be turned into renewable energy or compost, instead of decomposing in a landfill.
Residents with curbside composting services already have year-round leaf collection service. Leaf and yard waste may be placed in your food scrap bin, in paper lawn and leaf bags, in an open, labeled bin, or in clear plastic bags. Leaves should be placed with other curbside compost material and will be collected on your recycling day.
The Department will collect leaves on Sunday, November 26 & Sunday, December 10. Set out your leaves at the curb after 8 p.m. the night before these days. Place leaf and yard waste in paper lawn and leaf bags, clear plastic bags, or an open, labeled bin.
The Department will collect leaves on Sunday, November 26 & Sunday, December 10. Set out your leaves at the curb after 8 p.m. the night before these days. Place leaf and yard waste in paper lawn and leaf bags, clear plastic bags, or an open, labeled bin.
Visit nyc.gov/leafcollection for more information.
About the New York City Department of Sanitation
The Department of Sanitation (DSNY) keeps New York City clean, safe, and healthy by collecting, recycling, and disposing of waste, cleaning streets, attacking the scourge of illegal dumping, and clearing snow and ice. The Department operates 59 district garages and manages a fleet of more than 2,000 rear-loading collection trucks, 450 mechanical brooms, 705 salt spreaders, and several dozen bike lane operations machines. Under the Adams Administration, the Department is aggressively cleaning more parts of the City than ever before, including over 1,000 long-ignored areas spread across every neighborhood. With the highest wintertime uniformed headcount in 20 years, DSNY is more equipped than ever to remove snow and ice from the approximately 19,000 lane miles of City streets.
The goal of this campaign is to promote cycling as a healthy and accessible transportation option and encourage more women, nonbinary, and gender expansive groups to bike in NYC. While biking in NYC has grown in popularity over recent years, especially since the pandemic, these groups are still underrepresented. To kick off this work, an online survey was developed to understand current cycling habits, barriers to cycling in NYC, as well as the types of messaging people respond to positively. Input from the survey will help inform the development of campaign imagery and messaging and ensure that campaign resonates with the people we are trying to reach.
We need your help promoting survey participation and would greatly appreciate if you would take this survey yourself and share it. The survey, conducted by the New York City Department of Transportation, seeks to understand how residents of NYC and people who live in the greater metro area (who either commute or are familiar with NYC) relate to cycling in the city. It contains twelve short questions and should take between 2-3 minutes to complete. We appreciate everyone’s feedback in helping shape NYC’s cycling future!
11/30/23 Update: Survey Link (NOW AVAILABLE IN Spanish!/¡AHORA DISPONIBLE EN español!): https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Q7F6PH9
Your voice directly impacts the policies, leaders, and initiatives that will guide our collective future. By voting, you have the power to influence positive change and address issues that matter to you. Election Day is Tuesday, November 7th.
The following information is essential for you to make your voting plan and amplify your voice with your vote:
[November 1, 2023], Mayor Adams and Commissioner Vasan announced HealthyNYC, an ambitious plan to improve and extend the average lifespan of New Yorkers. The campaign sets ambitious targets to reduce the drivers of premature death, including chronic and diet-related diseases, overdose, suicide, maternal mortality, violence and COVID-19 in order to extend the average life expectancy of New Yorkers to 83 years by 2030 – what would be our highest ever life expectancy. HealthyNYC is our collective public health agenda, one that centers health in decision making.
Achieving these goals for the health of New Yorkers will take all of us working together. Please join us in this important work. Below is more information including our website, report and press release, as well as a social media toolkit. I ask you to amplify this message throughout your networks.
HealthyNYC Resources:
We look forward to working with you on this campaign for healthier, longer lives for New Yorkers.
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) and our contractor Ahern Painting Contractors, Inc. are conducting a project to paint the Jamaica subway line’s overhead structure throughout its Brooklyn portion, from Broadway Junction to the Williamsburg Bridge portal in Williamsburg.
The scope of work includes abrasive blasting as a surface preparation method, followed by the application of a new coating system that will prevent corrosion, improve appearance, and extend the usable lifespan of the structure.
This procedure will take place within a containment system that is the most stringent system recommended by the Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP). The MTA has hired an environmental consultant that will be on site full time to monitor the paint removal activities to ensure requirements of the paint removal specifications and AMPP Guidelines are adhered to at all times.
Abrasive blasting operations are noise-generating activities. The New York City noise code will be followed and a construction noise mitigation plan will be conspicuously posted at the job site. In addition, during the painting process multiple paints will be used, which may create a strong odor upon application. This odor will be temporary until the paint solidifies. All paints have been reviewed by the MTA Office of System Safety prior to their use and have ensured that they are handled safely and in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local regulations.
We will be working on this project 7 days a week, with normal work hours of 7:00 a.m.-7:00p.m. On average, we will be in front of each area of work for approximately two weeks. Night shifts will only be in operation for decking installation on the structure, but this is not expected to be as noisy as the daily painting activity.
This work will not affect subway operations for any extended period. In work areas, we will be occupying the parking lane but will not affect regular traffic lanes.
We thank you for your patience while we perform this important work to improve the safety and longevity of our infrastructure.
Project hotline number (to be posted at each work area segment): 516-618-0570
New York Independent Redistricting Commission Chair Jenkins, and Commissioners Collado, Cuevas-Molina, Flateau, and Frazier have invited public input on congressional districting while awaiting a decision from the New York Court of Appeals in a case concerning the Commission’s constitutional obligation to complete the congressional redistricting process. Argument before the Court of Appeals is scheduled for November 15, 2023.
The public is invited to submit input by emailing submissions@nyirc.gov or by sending mail to 250 Broadway, 22nd Floor, New York, NY 10007 Attention: Submissions, Independent Redistricting Commission. All submissions received will be made available to all Commissioners and staff.
Should the public wish to view the congressional plans the Commission previously submitted to the Legislature, those plans can be found at https://www.nyirc.gov/plans.
Should the public wish to view the congressional plan drawn by the Special Master appointed by the Steuben County Supreme Court and used in the 2022 congressional elections, that plan can be found at https://www.latfor.state.ny.us/maps/?sec=2022_congress.
DEP is investigating a water distribution issue in Brooklyn. Residents may experience low pressure or notice discolored water. While not harmful, please advise residents to avoid drinking discolored water. Further update to follow as our investigation progresses.
THE TESTS WILL TAKE PLACE ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 4
WEA MESSAGES WILL GO TO ALL WEA-CAPABLE MOBILE DEVICES WHILE EAS MESSAGES WILL BROADCAST TO ALL RADIO AND TELEVISION STATIONS
October 3, 2023 –– The Federal Emergency Management Administration and the Federal Communications Commission will conduct a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert Systems (EAS) and Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) on October 4. WEA and EAS messages are emergency public warning tools used during natural or human-made disasters to target a localized area. The test messages are a collaboration between FEMA, the FCC, cellular service and broadcast providers.
The national test will consist of two portions, testing WEA and EAS capabilities. The WEA portion of the test will be directed to all WEA-compatible consumer cell phones. The test message will display in either English or in Spanish, depending on the language settings of the wireless handset. The EAS portion of the test will be sent to radios and televisions. Both tests are scheduled to begin at approximately 2:20 p.m. ET on Wednesday, Oct. 4. This will be the seventh nationwide EAS test, FEMA announced in a press release.
“Testing emergency alert systems is vital to ensure that when an emergency occurs, we can reach as many people as possible, as quickly as possible, and inform them of the potential dangers they may face and actions needed to stay safe,” said NYC Emergency Management Commissioner Zach Iscol.
FEMA and the FCC are coordinating with EAS participants, wireless providers, emergency managers and other stakeholders in preparation for this national test to minimize confusion and to maximize the public safety value of the test, FEMA said on their press release announcing the test in August.
“Most emergency alerting in NYC is covered by Notify NYC. However, the EAS and WEA systems are critical tools in the public warning toolbox when needed for life-safety incidents. Although the systems are not used often and are reserved only for the most high-impact emergencies, routine testing is paramount to ensure they work as expected when needed most to help keep people safe,” said NYC Emergency Management Director of Public Warning Rebecca Baudendistel. “ I encourage all New Yorkers to participate in this year’s feedback survey to help gather valuable information that will drive future system improvements.”
As part of its public messaging during emergencies, New York City Emergency Management issued a WEA message during the active subway shooter incident last April, which led to the arrest of the suspect Frank James. To inform New Yorkers during other non-emergency and emergency events, NYCEM issues messages through Notify NYC, the City’s official free emergency alert system. Please follow this link to complete the survey and provide feedback on this year’s test.
Notify NYC is available in 14 languages including American Sign Language. New Yorkers are encouraged to stay informed by signing up to receive free emergency alerts and updates on incidents impacting their neighborhood, in their preferred language and format, by visiting NYC.gov/NotifyNYC, calling 311 (212-639-9675 for Video Relay Service, or TTY: 212-504-4115), following @NotifyNYC on Twitter, or downloading the free Notify NYC mobile application for their Apple or Android device.
For additional information on the nationwide test please visit FEMA.gov.
SBS can help local businesses impacted by emergencies. Our team works closely with NYC Emergency Management and other key New York City agencies to restore business operations as soon as possible. Take advantage of our free resources:
Our Emergency Response Unit can:
Our SBS Business Preparedness & Resiliency Program (BPrep) also offers business continuity workshops, webinars, and online preparedness resources. This year, SBS launched a Self-Assessment Tool and a Digital Library as part of the BPrep program. These business preparedness resources provide businesses with easier access to disruption remediation measures, customized assessments, and recommendations tailored to their unique needs.
For assistance, contact our Emergency Response Unit through the SBS Hotline at 888-SBS-4NYC (888-727-4692).
Heavy rains and flooding are forecasted to continue into the evening, MTA's service across subways, buses and commuter rail remains disrupted with some lines partially suspended. Currently, LIRR service is running on our close to schedule. We will keep you informed as we continue to work to restore this impacted service.
Once again we ask that our customers avoid travel if possible. If you must head out, allow for extra time and continue to use extra caution and check for service status updates at mta.info.
We are also available on social media:
Thank you and please continue to stay safe.
Notification issued 09-29-2023 at 02:19 PM.
NYC Emergency Management encourages New Yorkers experiencing property damage as the result of the flash flooding to report it when safe to do so by filling out our damage information form or calling 3-1-1.
To report storm damage, visit the 311 Severe Weather page, located here: https://t.co/ZAU8NRd9Tk
If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency and need immediate assistance, call 9-1-1.
A Flood Watch is in effect citywide from 2 a.m. Friday through 6 a.m. Saturday
Flash flooding from excessive rain is possible
September 28, 2023— The New York City Emergency Management Department has issued a travel advisory for Friday, September 29 through Saturday morning, September 30. The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for New York City beginning at 2 a.m. Friday through 6 a.m. Saturday. According to the latest National Weather Service forecast, heavy rain is expected citywide beginning as early as 2 a.m. Friday through tomorrow night. Citywide average rainfall amounts of 2 to 4 inches are forecast, with locally higher amounts in excess of 5 inches possible. Persistent heavy rainfall may result in numerous flash floods. The excessive rain runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Potential street flooding may also occur. Widespread travel impacts are possible, particularly during the morning commute tomorrow. There are no significant winds hazards or thunderstorms expected.
NYC Emergency Management and its partners have activated the Flash Flood Plan and are working with the National Weather Service to monitor conditions. Crews from the Department of Environmental Protection and the Department of Transportation are inspecting and cleaning catch basins in neighborhoods and roads vulnerable to flooding. For access to timely and accurate updates, New Yorkers should sign up for the City’s emergency alert system Notify NYC and follow NYC Emergency Management on social media.
Safety Tips
For more safety tips, visit NYC.gov/SevereWeather. New Yorkers are also encouraged to sign up for Notify NYC, the City’s free emergency notification system, to stay informed about the latest weather updates and other emergencies. Notify NYC is available in 14 languages including American Sign Language. To learn more about the Notify NYC program or to sign up, visit NYC.gov/NotifyNYC, call 311, or download the free app for your Android or Apple device. You can also follow @NotifyNYC on Twitter.
Trucks will spray pesticide in parts of Brooklyn and Queens in the evening of Thursday, September 21, 2023
September 18, 2023 – To reduce mosquito activity and the risk of West Nile virus, the Health Department will conduct an adulticide treatment in Brooklyn and Queens.
Trucks will spray pesticides in sections of Brooklyn and Queens beginning on Thursday, September 21, 2023 between the hours of 8:30 PM and 6:00 AM the following morning. In case of bad weather, application will be delayed until Monday, September 25, 2023.
The Health Department will use very low concentrations of Anvil® 10+10, Duet® or MERUS® 3. The risks of pesticides applied by the Health Department for mosquito control are low to people and pets. Some people who are sensitive to spray ingredients may experience short-term eye or throat irritation, or a rash. People with respiratory conditions may also be affected.
To stay safe during spraying:
After spraying:
The most effective way to control mosquitoes is to eliminate any standing water. New Yorkers are also encouraged to mosquito-proof their homes and take precautions when spending time outdoors.
Reducing exposure to mosquitoes
Report standing water by calling 311 or visiting nyc.gov/health/wnv. For more information about West Nile virus, call 311 or visit nyc.gov.
Locations of truck spraying in Brooklyn and Queens for Thursday, September 21, 2023
Borough |
Neighborhoods |
Boundaries |
Zip Codes |
Brooklyn |
Parts of Bedford-Stuyvesant, Clinton Hill, South Williamsburg, Wallabout, Williamsburg. |
Bordered by. Washington Avenue to the West; Flushing Avenue, Brooklyn-Queens Expressway to the North; Marcy Avenue to the North-East and East; Lafayette Avenue to the South |
Parts of 11205, 11206, 11211, 11216, and 11249 |
Brooklyn-Queens |
Parts of Broadway Triangle, Brownsville, Bushwick, Cypress Hills, Glendale, Liberty Park, Ocean Hill, and Ridgewood. |
Bordered by Thomas S Boyland Street, Atlantic Avenue, Rockaway Boulevard, Cooper Street, Central Avenue, Harman Street to the West; Seneca Avenue, St Felix Avenue, Cooper Avenue, Myrtle Avenue to the North; Forest Park Drive, Dexter Court, Jamaica Avenue, Crescent Street to the East; and, Pitkin Avenue to the South |
Parts of 11207, 11208, 11212, 11221, 11233, 11237, and 11385 |
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MEDIA CONTACT:
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Events are taking place in commemoration of National Falls Prevention Awareness Week, which occurs annually around the first day of fall
New York, NY – The New York City Falls Prevention Coalition, co-chaired by the Department for the Aging and the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, has organized several events to raise awareness and provide information to older adults on how to keep themselves safe and healthy. The events are taking place during Falls Prevention Awareness Week – Monday, September 18 through Friday, September 22 – the first week of fall, and this year’s theme is From Awareness to Action.
Nationally, there are about three-million visits to the emergency department each year as the result of an older adult fall, and falls continue to be a leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries for older Americans. In New York City there are approximately 30,000 visits to emergency departments each year because of an older adult fall.
On Tuesday, September 19 the Department for the Aging, Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, NYC Parks, and other members of the Falls Prevention Coalition, will be hosting an event in Brooklyn’s Fort Greene Park, beginning at 10:00am, to raise awareness and provide falls prevention tips to attendees.
All week long, Falls Prevention Coalition members across the city are hosting events focused on awareness and real action. Featured falls prevention tools will include hearing assessments, medication reviews, an exercise demonstration and distribution of How to Prevent Falls: A Home Safety Checklist.
Please be advised that the New York City Council Committee on Environmental Protection, Resiliency, and Waterfronts will hold an oversight hearing on DEP’s Management of Noise Complaints , on Wednesday, September 27th at 1pm, in Council Chambers at City Hall, including the following legislation:
· Int. No. 160 - in relation to noise standards for commercial establishments
· Int. No. 774 - in relation to requiring the department of environmental protection to measure construction-related sound levels inside dwelling units upon request
· Int. No. 775 - in relation to results of noise inspections
· Int. No. 776 - in relation to providing noise inspection reports
· Int. No. 777 - in relation to requiring an after-hours variance for the removal of construction debris
· Int. No. 778 - in relation to establishing a photo noise violation monitoring device program for motor vehicles
· Preconsidered Int. No. - in relation to citizen noise complaints
The hearing details are posted online here.
You are hereby invited to attend and testify, either live via video conferencing, or live in person in Council Chambers at City Hall.
If you are planning on testifying live via video conferencing, please register at https://council.nyc.gov/testify/ no later than 24 hours before the hearing. Each person who intends on testifying via zoom should register separately. Persons who do not register in advance will not be permitted to testify live via video conferencing. Participants who plan to testify in person do not need to register in advance. If you plan to testify in person, it would be greatly appreciated if you could bring twenty (20) copies double-sided of your written testimony to the hearing.
Written testimony may be submitted without registration by emailing it to testimony@council.nyc.gov or via the Council’s website at https://council.nyc.gov/testify/ up to 72 hours after the close of the hearing.
The entrance to Council Chambers at City Hall is fully accessible, and accessible bathroom facilities are available. For questions about accessibility or to request additional accommodations, please contact Nicole Benjamin (NBenjamin@council.nyc.gov or 212-482-5176) at least 72 hours before the hearing. All other questions about the hearing can be directed to Andrew Bourne at AnBourne@council.nyc.gov, Claire MacLachlan at CMaclachlan@council.nyc.gov, Ricky Chawla at RChawla@council.nyc.gov, and Samara Swanston at SSwanston@council.nyc.gov
On 8/3, City Council passed legislation to make sidewalk and roadway outdoor dining permanent citywide. And on 8/16 the mayor signed the bill into law! Outdoor dining will now be legally available to restaurants in all neighborhoods across the five boroughs!
A rule-making process will now begin, including a public comment period, to finalize the siting, material, and operational guidelines that participating businesses will need to comply with.
Visit NYC DOT's new Dining Out NYC website - nyc.gov/diningout - for all timeline and program information. Many frequently asked questions are answered in the FAQ link on this site. Please continue to check the website for updates as program development continues and new information is released!
SBS will be available to help restaurants understand eligibility, how to apply, and comply with the permanent program once final rules are rolled out.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 22, 2023
WASHINGTON— Until 11:59pm local time on September 30, 2023, Veterans who deployed to a combat zone, never enrolled in VA health care, and left active duty between September 11, 2001 and October 1, 2013 are eligible to enroll directly in VA health care. This special enrollment period gives Veterans who served in Iraq, Afghanistan, and other combat zones an opportunity to enroll directly in VA health care without first applying for VA benefits.
A encourages all of these Veterans to visit VA.gov/PACT or call 1-800-MYVA411 to learn more and sign up for VA health care before the deadline. Veterans who are enrolled in VA health care are proven to have better health outcomes than non-enrolled Veterans, and VA hospitals have dramatically outperformed non-VA hospitals in overall quality ratings and patient satisfaction ratings. Additionally, VA health care is often more affordable than non-VA health care for Veterans.
This special enrollment period is a part of the PACT Act, the largest expansion of VA health care and benefits in generations. Since President Biden signed the PACT Act into law on August 10, 2022, more than 344,000 Veterans have enrolled in VA health care and more than 4.2 million enrolled Veterans have been screened for toxic exposures.
“Are you a Veteran who deployed to a combat zone but never enrolled in VA health care? If you left active duty between September 11, 2001, and October 1, 2013, you should sign up now,” said VA Secretary Denis McDonough. “Even if you don’t need this care now, you may need it in the future – and once you’re in, you have access for life. But don’t wait – the deadline is September 30 – so go to VA.gov/PACT and apply today.”
Although this deadline is written into law for this specific group of Veterans, many other groups of Veterans are able to enroll directly in VA health care without first applying for VA benefits – including many Vietnam Veterans, Gulf War Veterans, Veterans who deployed to a combat zone and transitioned out of the service less than 10 years ago, and more. Veterans who do not meet any of the above criteria can often still access VA health care by filing for VA benefits or based on income. If a Veteran is granted service connection for any health condition, they become eligible for VA care.
President Biden has made supporting Veterans a core element of his Unity Agenda for the nation. When the President signed the PACT Act into law, he extended the standard eligibility window for Veterans who deployed to combat zones to enroll in VA health care from 5 years to 10 years. The PACT Act also expanded VA benefits for millions of Veterans, making more than 300 health conditions “presumptive” for service connection. This means that if an eligible Veteran has one of these health conditions, VA automatically assumes that the condition was caused by the Veteran’s service and provides compensation and care accordingly. Since the PACT Act was signed into law, VA has delivered more than $1.85 billion in PACT Act benefits to Veterans and their survivors. VA encourages Veterans and their survivors to apply for these benefits now at VA.gov/PACT.
VA is executing a nationwide campaign to ensure that as many Veterans as possible enroll before September 30. To date, VA’s PACT Act outreach campaign has included more than 2,000 events nationwide, $13 million in paid media, 60,000 earned media clips, more than 400 million emails and letters to Veterans, the creation of a one-stop-shop PACT Act website, and more. This is the largest outreach campaign in VA history, which has one goal in mind: ensure that all Veterans – and their survivors – get the health care and benefits they deserve under the PACT Act.
More information on eligibility for the special enrollment period can be found at VA.gov/PACT. The period applies to Veterans who deployed to a combat zone, never enrolled in VA health care, and left active duty between September 11, 2001 and October 1, 2013 – specifically those who served in a theater of combat operations during a period of war after the Persian Gulf War or in combat against a hostile force during a period of hostilities after November 11, 1998.
For more information about how the PACT Act is helping Veterans and their survivors, visit VA’s PACT Act Dashboard. To apply for care or benefits today, visit VA.gov/PACT or call 1-800-MYVA411.
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DEP is offering a $100 incentive credit to encourage customers to enroll in autopay. This limited time opportunity will only run for three months, until Nov. 15, so interested customers should sign up immediately. Those who enroll in autopay are required to receive e-bills, which eliminates physical paper bills and is therefore a more environmentally friendly alternative. DEP is launching this savings program as a follow-up to the successful amnesty program that forgave interest charges for customers who paid their overdue water bills.
Autopay allows customers to pay their bills automatically on the due date, or a specific date each month, and avoid the hassle of remembering to pay on time. The autopay feature automatically deducts a customer’s balance or payment amount from their bank account or credit card. Approximately 100,000 accounts, or 12% of DEP’s customers, are currently enrolled in autopay. This initiative aims to increase enrollment, which will help keep accounts current, increase customer satisfaction, and reduce the volume of bill inquiries to our call center, borough offices and correspondence unit.
Customers are eligible if they sign up for autopay using their My DEP account through Nov. 15. They must be enrolled in monthly billing, e-billing and cannot be delinquent on bills. If a customer has multiple accounts, all accounts can be eligible for the non-refundable $100 one-time credit, if all the program requirements are met.
Plus, setting it doesn’t mean forgetting it—customers will receive monthly notifications that their payment is scheduled and paid. Customers are required to stay current on their bills and be enrolled in autopay, e-billing, and monthly billing for six months after the $100 credit is applied to the account. If any of these qualifying actions are altered, the $100 credit will be revoked.
Additional info can be found at nyc.gov/dep/autopay, on our social media channels @NYCWater, or by calling DEP Customer Service at (718) 595-7000. (Please note that only property owners can enroll in autopay, monthly billing, and e-billing. DEP staff cannot enroll customers’ accounts into these services.)
Community Partnership for Vaccine Access and Equity (ComPass) RFP
The Fund for Public Health in New York City (FPHNYC) and the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene’s (NYC Health Department) Center for Health Equity and Community Wellness announce the availability of three awards through a new community-based initiative called NYC Community Partnerships for Vaccine Access and Equity (ComPass). The goal is to increase the number of older adults (OA) and persons living with disabilities (PLWD) receiving COVID-19 and Influenza “flu” vaccinations.
APPLY
The link to apply will be posted within 48 hours. The deadline to apply is September 1, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).
For information on how to apply, click here or copy and paste the following link: https://www2.pardot.health.nyc.gov/e/944933/t-involved-requests-proposals-/mzfhp/343948112?h=4swZEfJJFwgxrmoYfsT1Aml8vLleZVn9x3ZplciILTs.
Project Description
This new initiative is a component of the Public Health Corps (PHC), a citywide investment in and commitment to the public health workforce and a just recovery from COVID-19 with and for communities who were disproportionately harmed. Funded C/FBOs will employ an evidence-based trusted messenger model with Community Health Workers (CHWs) deployed as local “vaccine champions.” Wherever possible, vaccine champions will be ethnically, culturally, demographically, and age-appropriate for the target populations which promotes messaging credibility and raises community confidence.
Eligibility
Community and/or Faith-Based Organizations with deep neighborhood knowledge and existing programs and/or relationships with venues, organizations, and other partnerships with stakeholder groups serving the target populations of older adults (OA) and people living with disabilities (PLWD), such as older adult centers or disability advocacy groups.
RFP Timetable
Request for Proposals (RFP) Release | August 11, 2023 |
Deadline for Written Questions | August 18, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. EDT |
Q&A Posted | August 25, 2023 |
Application Deadline | September 1, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. EDT |
Expected Funding Notification* | September 15, 2023 |
Expected Contract Start Date* | September 25, 2023 |
*Funding notification and contract start dates are target dates only. FPHNYC may amend the schedule as needed.
Applicants are encouraged to check the webpage frequently to stay informed throughout the procurement process.
Questions
Questions and requests for clarification about this RFP must be submitted via e-mail to procurement@fphnyc.org with a subject line of “NYC Community Partnership for Vaccine Access and Equity (ComPass) Initiative.” All such questions and inquiries must be received on Friday, August 18, 2023 by 11:59 p.m. EDT.
The completed Q&A will be posted on the FPHNYC website.
Due to track reconstruction near the Middle Village-Metropolitan Avenue M station, there will be no M train service from August 30 - September 5, 2023 (Wednesday 9:45 PM to Tuesday 5:00 AM, which includes Labor Day).
During this time there will be free M90 shuttle buses making stops between Middle Village-Metropolitan Avenue and Myrtle Avenue (Broadway).
J Z trains will provide local service between Myrtle Avenue (Broadway) and Delancey Street-Essex Street.
F trains provide service between Delancey Street-Essex Street and Queens Plaza
R trains provide local service between Queens Plaza and Forest Hills-71 Avenue
Travel tip:
For Manhattan, take the L at Myrtle-Wyckoff Avenues. Transfer to/from the F at 6 Avenue (14 St).
Reminders: R trains in Queens run days/evenings. Z trains run during rush hours only.
To learn more about weekend service changes, please subscribe to the MTA Weekender, a newsletter sent on Fridays that tracks planned weekend service changes on the subways, Long Island Rail Road, and Metro-North Railroad.
Customers can also sign up for MTA service alerts via email or text at the link here, call 511, or visit MTA Planned Service Changes for service-related information and customer service
The Civic Engagement Commission is incredibly excited to announce the final results of The People’s Money 2022-23 voting phase! Between May 10th and June 25th, tens of thousands of New York City residents voted on how to spend $5 million of the city budget in their communities. After counting 208,244 ballots, the funded programs and detailed vote tallies are now published on our website: participate.nyc.gov!
The $5 million total investment will fund 46 programs that will address local community needs as identified by residents. A large number of the projects focus on youth and mental health services. Residents also chose programs that will address health & wellbeing, food access, job training, workers’ rights, senior services, immigrant services, arts & culture, and the environment.
During the voting phase, the CEC provided $1.7 million in funding to 93 community partners to engage in grassroots outreach directed toward New Yorkers who have typically been left out of the democratic process. This included a targeted effort in 33 equity neighborhoods and of specific communities, such as Limited English Proficient residents; Youth; Veterans; People with Disabilities; Immigrants; NYCHA Residents; Older Adults; Faith-based Community; LGBTQIA; and Justice Impacted residents.
What’s next? In the coming weeks, we will announce the organizations responsible for implementing funded projects and will collaborate closely to ensure they are supported, projects are effectively monitored, and are completed successfully. All projects must be completed by June of 2024.
It takes the support and participation of everyday New Yorkers for civic engagement efforts like The People’s Money to make a lasting impact, and we are deeply grateful for your partnership in this work.
Sincerely,
Dr. Sarah Sayeed
Chair & Executive Director
NYC Civic Engagement Commission
Fare and Toll Increases to Take Effect in August
New York City will be under a heat advisory from Thursday, July 27, through Saturday, July 29
Cooling centers are open across the city beginning Thursday, July 27. To find the nearest location, including hours of operation, call 311 or visit the City’s Cooling Center Finder
(Cooling Center Finder will be activated on Wednesday evening)
July 25, 2023 — The New York City Emergency Management Department and the Health Department today advised New Yorkers to take precautions to beat the heat. The National Weather Service issued a Heat Advisory for New York City, starting this Thursday. The city is bracing for a sweltering wave of high heat index values from Thursday through Saturday, with the temperatures set to soar into the 90s across the boroughs. The most intense conditions are predicted to hit on Friday. The estimated heat index stands at 102 for Thursday, escalating to 103 on Friday, before cooling slightly but still at 99 on Saturday. “New Yorkers should prepare for serious heat this week with a heat advisory in effect starting Thursday until Saturday,” said New York City Mayor Eric Adams. “Let’s not underestimate the effects severe heat can have on us and our neighbors. As such, we will have our cooling centers opening to help New Yorkers stay cool. And our city’s resident can find additional ways to stay cool at NYC.gov/beattheheat. Make sure to check in on your elderly neighbors, drink water, and keep your pets hydrated.”
To help New Yorkers beat the heat, on Thursday through Saturday, New York City will open cooling centers throughout the five boroughs. Cooling center locations may have changed from last year. To find a cooling center, including accessible facilities closest to you, call 311 (212-639-9675 for Video Relay Service, or TTY: 212-504-4115) or visit the City’s Cooling Center Finder. The finder will be activated tomorrow evening Wednesday, July 26. New York City opens cooling centers when the heat index is forecast to be 95 degrees or above for two or more consecutive days, or if the heat index is forecast to be 100 degrees or above for any amount of time. To prevent the spread of COVID-19, individuals are reminded to stay at home if they are feeling sick or exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19.
New Yorkers can now also find cooling centers that welcome pets throughout the five boroughs. The City has also partnered with Petco to offer New Yorkers and their pets additional spaces to seek relief from the heat. All locations can be found on the City’s Cooling Center Finder. As a reminder, service animals are always allowed at cooling centers.
In New York City, most heat-related deaths occur after exposure to heat in homes without air conditioners. Air conditioning is the best way to stay safe and healthy when it is hot outside, but some people at risk of heat illness do not have or do not turn on an air conditioner.
The New York City Emergency Management Department and the Health Department urge New Yorkers to take steps to protect themselves and help others who may be at increased risk from the heat. For more information, including heat-related health tips and warning signs of heat illness, visit NYC.gov/health or NYC.gov/beattheheat.
New York City's outdoor pools are open for the summer. All NYC Parks Intermediate and Olympic-sized outdoor pools will be extending their operation by one hour, and stay open until 8 p.m. on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday in response to the heat advisory. Standard pool protocols apply—bring a bathing suit, towel, and lock to secure belongings. More information can be found at nyc.gov/parks/pools.
A citywide map of outdoor cooling options (including spray showers, drinking fountains, and more) can be found online at Cool It! NYC.
During extreme heat, the Department of Social Services (DSS) issues a Code Red Alert. During Code Reds, shelter is available to anyone experiencing homelessness, where those experiencing heat-related discomfort are also able to access a designated cooling area. DSS staff and the agency’s not-for-profit contracted outreach teams who engage with individuals experiencing homelessness 24/7/365 redouble their efforts during extreme heat, with a focus on connecting vulnerable New Yorkers experiencing unsheltered homelessness to services and shelter.
ADDITIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY TIPS FOR PROTECTION AGAINST THE HEAT
KNOW THE WARNING SIGNS OF HEAT ILLNESS
Call 911 immediately if you or someone you know has:
If you or someone you know feels weak or faint, go to a cool place and drink water. If there is no improvement, call a doctor or 911.
KEEPING YOUR PETS SAFE
IMPROPER FIRE HYDRANT USE
The improper opening of fire hydrants wastes 1,000 gallons of water per minute, causes flooding on city streets, and lowers water pressure to dangerous levels, which hamper the ability of the Fire Department to fight fire safely and quickly.
Use “spray caps” to reduce hydrant output to a safe 25 gallons per minute while still providing relief from the heat. To obtain a spray cap, an adult 18 years or older with proper identification can go to his or her local firehouse and request one.
ENERGY-SAVING TIPS
During periods of intense electrical usage, such as on hot, humid days, it is important to conserve energy as much as possible to avoid brownouts and other electrical disruptions. While diminishing your power usage may seem inconvenient, your cooperation will help to ensure that utility providers are able to provide uninterrupted electrical service to you and your neighbors, particularly those who use electric powered medical equipment or are at risk of heat-related illness and death:
For more information, visit NYC.gov/beattheheat. New Yorkers are also encouraged to stay informed by signing up for Notify NYC, the City's free emergency communications program, to receive free emergency alerts and updates in your preferred language and format by visiting NYC.gov/NotifyNYC, calling 311 (212-639-9675 for Video Relay Service, or TTY: 212-504-4115), following @NotifyNYC on Twitter, or getting the free Notify NYC mobile application for your Apple or Android device.
STAY CONNECTED: Twitter: @NotifyNYC (emergency notifications) @nycemergencymgt (emergency preparedness info)
Facebook: /NYCemergencymanagement
New York City will provide FREE Breakfast and lunch after the academic year ends. The Summer Meals Program is available throughout New York City to anyone ages 18 years old and under. Designated public schools, community pool centers, parks, and food trucks will be open for service. THERE ARE NO registration, documentation, or ID REQUIREMENTS to receive a free breakfast or lunch meal.
All dates, times, locations, and menus are subject to change.
The New York City Department of Sanitation announced the following trash, compost and recycling collection service updates for the Independence Day holiday on Tuesday, July 4, 2023:
Please help us spread the word on social media by sharing our posts (Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram) or creating your own with the attached image and language below.
There's no collection on Tues., July 4, Independence Day.
If Tuesday is your normal collection day:
- Set out trash/compost Tues. night for pickup starting Wednesday.
- Hold recycling, and set at curb Mon., July 10 for pick up Tues., July 11.
More: https://on.nyc.gov/46wbsKn
For questions about Sanitation services and holiday schedules contact 311 or visit nyc.gov/sanitation.
An Air Quality Health Advisory has been issued for July 1, 2023.
The pollutants of concern are:
Fine Particulate Matter in:
Ozone in:
This advisory is effective 12 a.m. to 11:59 p.m
To see the daily Air Quality Index (AQI) forecast for New York State, visit our website. You may also call the NYS Air Quality Hotline at 1-800-535-1345.
While forecasting air quality is challenging and often unpredictable, we anticipate that conditions could deteriorate – getting worse on Thursday, 6/29 -- due to unprecedented wildfires in Canada.
Poor air quality can affect people differently, so individuals must assess their own sensitivities and adjust to conditions at the time. The most important action we can take is to stay informed. Airnow.gov provides regular updates of air conditions in your community.
While we currently project air quality index (AQI) to be in the moderate range (between 51-100) today, 6/28, wind patterns can quickly change without notice.
At an AQI of 101-150, New Yorkers who are likely to be most sensitive to a reduction in air quality and who should take precautions include:
When the AQI goes over 150, ALL New Yorkers should begin to take precautions.
These precautions include:
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Monitoring conditions and being prepared. Now is a good time to pick up a mask, in case air quality deteriorates. The city is already making masks available at FDNY firehouses and NYPD precincts and is looking to expand supplies to more vulnerable communities. |
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When air quality is poor, wearing a high-quality mask (e.g., N95) can reduce exposure to harmful pollutants. We will continue to communicate with New Yorkers about air quality through the summer. The situation will change regularly but we can be prepared for the months ahead. |
The city will provide alerts if conditions deteriorate further (e.g., AQI above 200), but warnings sent by your body are equally important. New Yorkers should listen to their body. Reactions to poor air quality can include watery eyes, scratchy throat, headaches, or shortness of breath.
If you feel any of these conditions, go indoors and limit time outside.
Sign up for alerts from @NotifyNYC at https://www2.pardot.health.nyc.gov/e/944933/notify/mx42k/320827801?h=Zng4rVclLgcLLGXaywcw0-mUzeJyXTXTQT1tcHoMTnA.
The June Primary Election is here! Voting is the bedrock of our democracy – it shapes the kind of city, state, and nation we become. Election Day is this Tuesday, June 27th and polls will be open from 6am-9pm! This month, City Council, District Attorney, Civil Court Judges, and Delegates to the Judicial Convention seats are on the ballot. To learn more about the offices on the ballot visit this link.
Your poll site may have changed, so it is critical that you check your poll site location before you vote. For more information on how to vote visit: nyc.gov/democracynyc
All New Yorkers have the right to vote in their language. You may bring an interpreter to the voting booth—it can be a friend, family member or poll worker—it can't be your employer or union representative. The Civic Engagement Commission will provide interpretation services in select languages and poll sites on Election Day. For more information visit: on.nyc.gov/PollLangAssist
Your voice matters! Make it heard and make your plan to get to the polls.
Sincerely,
Kathleen Daniel
Chief Democracy Officer
Website | Participate | @NYCCEC
June 26, 2023 — The New York City Emergency Management Department today issued a travel advisory for Monday afternoon, June 26, through Tuesday, June 27. According to the National Weather Service, New York City may experience scattered showers with the potential for severe thunderstorms starting late afternoon through the evening. The severe thunderstorms may affect the evening’s commute, with rain expected to continue into Tuesday morning. Rain amounts will range from a quarter of an inch to half an inch. There is also a potential for minor flooding in poor drainage areas.
“New York City Emergency Management has been monitoring this weather pattern with the National Weather Service and we urge New Yorkers who live in flood prone areas to take precautions. New York City may experience severe thunderstorms and we encourage New Yorkers to take precautions during this evening’s commute,” said NYC Emergency Management Commissioner Zach Iscol. “New Yorkers should exercise caution when moving about the city during and after the heavy rains.”
Safety Tips
For more safety tips, visit NYC.gov/SevereWeather. New Yorkers are also encouraged to sign up for Notify NYC, the City’s free emergency notification system, to stay informed about the latest weather updates and other emergencies. To learn more about the Notify NYC program or to sign up, visit NYC.gov/NotifyNYC, call 311, or download the free app for your Android or Apple device. You can also follow @NotifyNYC on Twitter.
MEDIA CONTACT: Press Office (718) 422-4888
STAY CONNECTED:
Twitter: @NotifyNYC (emergency notifications) / @nycemergencymgt (emergency preparedness info)
Facebook: /NYCemergencymanagement
The Advance Warning System (AWS) alerts organizations who work with people with disabilities and access and functional needs to various types of hazards and emergencies in New York City that may affect people's independence and daily lives. Participating organizations receive public preparedness and emergency information that they can relay to their clients and other similar agencies. If you work for an organization that serves people with disabilities or access and functional needs you can subscribe for AWS Alerts at the following link: https://www2.pardot.health.nyc.gov/e/944933/aws/mwy3r/318681280?h=SRFA2BuQfAKvahZgzBprvEnCD8ce2K45mZ-DWLUJq4U
This upcoming Primary, the Civic Engagement Commission will be providing interpretation services in multiple languages poll sites across the city! Help us spread awareness about voters’ right to bring an interpreter to the voting booth, connect New Yorkers to language services, and inform voters about key Election dates.
Early Voting starts on Saturday, June 17th and ends on Sunday, June 25th. Election Day is Tuesday, June 27th.
🗣️When you vote, you make a difference! You have the right to bring an interpreter with you to the voting booth in the Primary Election. Also, CEC will offer interpretation in select languages and poll sites. Learn more: on.nyc.gov/PollLangAssist #VoteNYC
Tiene derecho a votar en su idioma. Un intérprete lo puede acompañar a la cabina de votación. Visite el Centro de Elecciones @NYCCEC para obtener información sobre los servicios de interpretación de la Comisión de Participación Cívica (CEC): on.nyc.gov/PollLangAssist
Connect with the CEC!
NYC Parks is excited to announce that we are launching a program to allow e-bikes and e-scooters to use City park drives and greenways for a one year pilot period beginning on June 20, 2023! The pilot was first announced in March as part of Mayor Adams’ “Charge Safe, Ride Safe: NYC’s Electric Micromobility Action Plan,” which outlined how the administration is working to keep New Yorkers safe as electric micromobility use grows, and how to support the rapid adoption of these devices. You can learn more about the program at nyc.gov/parks/ebikes.
New York City is a leader in sustainable transportation, and electric micromobility is a key tool to help New Yorkers get around efficiently, safely, affordably, and sustainably. Park drives and greenways are a critical piece of the city’s cycling infrastructure, and provide a scenic, comfortable, and safe path for cyclists and pedestrians.
As parks are shared spaces, Parks expects all park users to be considerate of others, and operate their bikes, e-bikes, e-scooters, roller skates, or any other legal devices in a safe manner – especially on drives and greenways, which see a variety of uses and speeds.
The pilot will allow the same bicycles, e-bikes, and e-scooters that are legal to operate in NYC streets to also operate on park drives, such as the Central Park and Prospect Park loops, and greenways, such as the Manhattan Waterfront Greenway. These are spaces where bicycles are already permitted in parks. Class 1, 2, and 3 e-bikes, as well as lighter-weight e-scooters, are already allowed to operate on NYC streets and in bike lanes, and will be allowed in parks as part of the pilot. The pilot does not allow any electric micromobility devices to be ridden on pedestrian paths, and does not include faster, heavier mopeds or motorcycles anywhere in parks or on greenways.
Share your thoughts on e-bikes in parks! Take our survey, available in English, Español, বাংলা (ভারত), or 中文 (简体).
The Mayor’s Office of Media & Entertainment is hosting two webinars next week. These events are of great import to New Yorkers who have been impacted by the WGA Strike. Both require registration to participate (see links below).
Wednesday, June 21 at 1pm -- Resources for Small Businesses Impacted by the WGA Strike
Registration required: For Small Businesses - https://on.nyc.gov/3X22u2V
Thursday, June 22 at 1pm – Resources for Workers Impacted by the WGA Strike – Part II
Registration required: For Workers 2.0 - https://on.nyc.gov/3qIab28
The MTA Board will consider changes to the MTA's fares and tolls over the next two months (please see attached notice for details or visit the webpage at the link: changes to the MTA's fares and tolls).
How to comment on the MTA’s proposed changes to fares and tolls:
Members of the public wishing to comment on these specific changes, and/or provide feedback on the MTA’s fares may do so by submitting a comment at the link below:
Submit a comment on the MTA's proposed changes to fares and tolls.
Members of the public may also comment at the MTA’s public hearings, which will be in a hybrid format allowing for remote access via Zoom and in-person access at MTA headquarters at 2 Broadway.
Hybrid public hearings
The MTA will hold four hybrid public hearings on the proposed fare changes:
All public hearings will be held in person at MTA Headquarters, 2 Broadway, 20th Floor – William J. Ronan Board Room.
There will also be a Zoom option for those who prefer to attend virtually, and the hearings will be livestreamed on the MTA website.
This more flexible format allows us to hear from a wider audience, including people who cannot travel to Lower Manhattan.
Registering to speak
Those interested in providing comments at a hybrid public hearing will have two minutes to speak. To register to speak at the hybrid public hearings, please register using the links above, or call the Public Hearing Hotline at 646-252-6777. Telephone agents are available daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Registration for each public hearing is now open. It will close at the start of each hearing.
Joining the hearings virtually
If you are registered to speak and joining the public hearings virtually, you may join the Zoom meeting at the scheduled hearing time either online or by phone following these instructions:
Members of the public who wish only to view the hearings may access the event live on YouTube.
To submit questions during the hearings, you must join the hearing through the Zoom online platform. You may submit questions at any other time in the ways listed below. Questions after the proposed fare changes may be responded to by staff during or after the hearing.
Additional ways to comment
Accessibility and interpreter services
American Sign Language and CART Captioning Services will be available.
Members of the public who are deaf or hard of hearing can use their preferred relay service or the free 711 relay service, and then ask to be connected to the Public Hearing Hotline at (646) 252-6777 to speak with an agent.
Members of the public who do not have access to a computer or who do not have access to the Internet can listen to each of the hearings by calling the Zoom meeting at 1-646-518- 9805 (toll-free). Then enter Meeting ID 820 2029 1036, followed by the pound (#) sign.
If language assistance or any other accommodations are required, please submit a request at least five (5) business days before the scheduled hearing date in one of the following ways: online, calling the Public Hearing Hotline at (646) 252-6777, or by sending a letter to MTA Government & Community Relations, Attn: Fare Hearings, 2 Broadway, 17th Floor, New York, NY 10004.
More information here: How to Comment on MTA 2023 Fare & Toll Changes and here: MTA Proposed Fare and Toll Changes 2023”
For Immediate Release
June 9, 2023
Contacts:
Casey Berkovitz, Joe Marvilli – press@planning.nyc.gov (212) 720-3471
City Planning to Share Details on Mayor Adams' City of Yes for Economic Opportunity Zoning Changes at Public Info Session on June 13
Virtual info session offers opportunity for New Yorkers to learn about and ask questions on initiative to modernize NYC’s zoning rules to promote small businesses, economic recovery
NEW YORK – Department of City Planning Director Dan Garodnick today announced a public information session on Mayor Eric Adams' City of Yes for Economic Opportunity initiative, which will support small businesses and entrepreneurs, create thriving commercial corridors, and bolster New York City’s economic recovery. Taking place on Tuesday, June 13 at 7 pm, this session will provide New Yorkers with an opportunity to hear more details and ask questions about this proposal to modernize zoning rules to ensure businesses can succeed and grow, and ensure New Yorkers have access to thriving commercial corridors. RSVP here.
“New York City’s small businesses are the lifeblood of our neighborhoods, and they deserve our support – but zoning rules that regulate where businesses can locate or grow are holding back their success. City of Yes for Economic Opportunity will make life easier for local shops and provide the flexibility needed for economic growth. Please join us at this session to learn more about how this initiative will help our mom-and-pop shops and build thriving neighborhoods,” said Dan Garodnick, Department of City Planning Director and Chair of the City Planning Commission.
City of Yes for Economic Opportunity is designed to support small businesses and entrepreneurs by removing outdated limitations on businesses and ensuring that local retail corridors and commercial centers across the city can remain lively places that sustain our neighborhoods. These changes will help New York City continue to recover from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and create more opportunities for neighborhood shops to open, expand, and thrive.
To create a more prosperous New York City, City of Yes for Economic Opportunity would allow more businesses to locate near their customers, support growing businesses and industries, foster vibrant neighborhood, and give businesses more certainty and clarity with updated rules. Among other policies, it would remove unnecessary limitations on which types of businesses are allowed in commercial districts, support reuse of existing buildings, provide additional flexibility for small-scale, clean production space, make clear and consistent ground floor urban design regulations, and remove zoning restrictions on dancing, music, and comedy.
Once the formal public review process begins in the fall, all 59 Community Boards and all five Borough Boards and Borough Presidents will have an opportunity to review and offer recommendations on this citywide text amendment. Next, it will go before the City Planning Commission for a public hearing and a vote. If the Commission votes in favor of the application, it would then head to the City Council for a public hearing and vote.
City of Yes for Economic Opportunity is the second of three expansive mayoral “City of Yes” initiatives for a more inclusive and equitable city. The other two proposals are:
For any questions on City of Yes for Economic Opportunity, please email EconomicOpportunity@planning.nyc.gov.
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Department of City Planning
The Department of City Planning (DCP) plans for the strategic growth and development of the City through ground-up planning with communities, the development of land use policies and zoning regulations applicable citywide, and its contribution to the preparation of the City’s 10-year Capital Strategy. DCP promotes housing production and affordability, fosters economic development and coordinated investments in infrastructure and services, and supports resilient, sustainable communities across the five boroughs for a more equitable New York City.
In addition, DCP supports the City Planning Commission in its annual review of approximately 450 land use applications for a variety of discretionary approvals. The Department also assists both government agencies and the public by advising on strategic and capital planning and providing policy analysis, technical assistance and data relating to housing, transportation, community facilities, demography, zoning, urban design, waterfront areas and public open space.
Thursday, June 8, 2023
The Mayor's Office of Community Affairs wanted to give New Yorkers an update on the smoke and haze across our city.
The large plume we saw yesterday continues to disperse and push out of the city. We have seen gradual improvement through the day, but may see slightly worse visibility and air quality through sunset as smoke particulates begin to settle. The latest smoke models are not indicating another large plume pushing over the city over the next several days. We anticipate improving conditions later tonight into tomorrow morning.
Avoid outdoor gatherings and events. We recommend that those events are moved indoors or postponed for the time being. Limit outdoor activity and stay inside when possible.
People with heart or breathing problems, children and older adults may be especially sensitive to the air quality conditions and should avoid strenuous activities. Wear a high-quality mask (eg. N95 or KN95) if you go outside. Keep your windows closed. If your air conditioner is on, close the fresh air intake to prevent outdoor air from entering your home. Use an air purifier if you have one and set it to the highest level.
We will keep New Yorkers updated on any changes. New Yorkers should take precautions to protect their health and each other's. Stay indoors, stay safe and mask up if you are outside.
Each New Yorker can pick up two masks from the locations below.
NYPD
All NYPD Precincts
Find Your Precinct and Sector - NYPD
Bronx
FDNY Division 6 - 720 Melrose Avenue
FDNY Division 7 - 2417 Webster Avenue
Tremont Neighborhood Health Action Center - 1826 Arthur Avenue
Brooklyn
FDNY Division 11 - 172 Tillary Street
FDNY Division 15 - 885 Howard Avenue
Brownsville Neighborhood Health Action Center - 259 Bristol Street
Manhattan
FDNY Division 1 - 100 Duane Street
FDNY Division 3 - 207 W 77th Street
East Harlem Neighborhood Health Action Center - 158 East 115th Street
Queens
FDNY Division 13 - 91-45 121st Street
FDNY Division 14 - 108-01 Horace Harding Expressway
Staten Island
FDNY Division 8 - 1850 Clove Road
NYC DOT Art recently released the 2023 – 2024 Community Commissions: Partners Request for Proposals.
NYC DOT Art: Community Commissions: Partners Request for Proposals
NYC DOT Art recently released the 2023 – 2024 Community Commissions: Partners Request for Proposals. Through this signature program, NYC DOT Art invites community-based, nonprofit organizations to apply. NYC DOT Art and selected organizations commission artists to design and install temporary public art on DOT infrastructure citywide. Partner Organizations are invited to identify sites for artwork in their district and will help select individual artists to propose site-responsive artwork. NYC DOT Art provides up to $20,000 towards direct project costs, engineering and operational support, and the opportunity to beautify sites accessible to a diverse audience.
Application deadline: August 1, 2023
Application: https://www.nyc.gov/html/dot/downloads/pdf/dotart-community-commissions.pdf
Wednesday, June 7, 2023
The Mayor’s Office of Community Affairs wanted to give New Yorkers an update on the unprecedented event our city is facing as a result of the wildfire smoke from Canada.
At 5 PM, the Air Quality Index hit 484, a “Hazardous” on the levels of health concern — that is the highest level on the index level. Conditions are likely to continue to deteriorate through 9-10 PM tonight. Air quality is expected to deteriorate further this evening as smoke moves back over the city. While there is potential for conditions to significantly improve by Friday morning, ability to predict smoke conditions that far out is low.
We are encouraging New Yorkers to stay home and indoors tonight and tomorrow, whenever possible. All New Yorkers should limit outdoor activity to the greatest extent possible. City services will continue to be available for New Yorkers tomorrow and we will continue to serve this city, but we will not be conducting outdoor events.
Public schools will be closed tomorrow. Beaches are closed right now because of visibility and will remain closed tomorrow. Staten Island Ferries are operating on a fog schedule right now due to visibility. Those traveling on East River Bridges should drive at the posted speed limit.
We want to reiterate what was said by the Mayor this morning: New Yorkers should stay inside, close windows and doors, and use air purifiers if you have them. If you are an older adult or have heart or breathing problems and need to be outside, wear a high-quality mask such as a KN95.
Check the air quality forecast from local media outlets, the National Weather Service, or other weather and air-quality apps that you can access on the go. This is climate change in action, and we must continue to draw down emissions, improve air quality, and build resiliency.
Our city is strong and resilient. We have faced crises before, and we will get through this together. Stay indoors, stay safe and mask up if you are outside.
For more information and updates, visit https://on.nyc.gov/2Ho9W4J or contact 3-1-1 (212-639-9675 for Video Relay Service, or TTY 212-504-4115).
Beginning Thursday, June 8th, at 8:00 am, each New Yorker will be able to receive two masks from the locations below.
NYPD
All NYPD Precincts
Find Your Precinct and Sector - NYPD
Bronx
FDNY Division 6 - 720 Melrose Avenue
FDNY Division 7 - 2417 Webster Avenue
Tremont Neighborhood Health Action Center - 1826 Arthur Avenue
Brooklyn
FDNY Division 11 - 172 Tillary Street
FDNY Division 15 - 885 Howard Avenue
Brownsville Neighborhood Health Action Center - 259 Bristol Street
Manhattan
FDNY Division 1 - 100 Duane Street
FDNY Division 3 - 207 W 77th Street
East Harlem Neighborhood Health Action Center - 158 East 115th Street
Queens
FDNY Division 13 - 91-45 121st Street
FDNY Division 14 - 108-01 Horace Harding Expressway
Staten Island
FDNY Division 8 - 1850 Clove Road
Below are flyers for the playground and dog run public input meetings, which will be on June 13th and 15th. There’s a QR code on the flyers to register for these Zoom meetings. The link will be sent to attendees the night of the meetings.
Playground virtual public input meeting - Tuesday, June 13th 6:30pm
Dog run virtual public meeting - Thursday, June 15th 6:30 pm
Con Edison asks customers who use life-support equipment or know someone in the Con Edison service territory who does, to enroll in the company’s Life-Support Equipment (LSE) program.
Con Edison provides LSE program participants special considerations. Those include providing them with preparedness tips, alerts to potential outages, and wellness checks should they experience an outage.
Each spring, Con Edison launches an extensive outreach campaign to build awareness about its LSE program with customers, current LSE participants, community organizations, health-care providers, and building owners/managers that include electricity for tenants in their rent. The company includes information about how to enroll in the program in bill inserts, direct mail pieces, emails, social media, advertisements, and at community outreach events.
Enrolling in the LSE program is convenient via My Account or by downloading the life-support equipment form, and returning it to Con Edison or by calling 1-877-582-6633.
Below is the 2023–24 school year calendar for all 3K–12 NYCDOE public schools. If your child attends a private, parochial, charter school, NYC Early Education Center (NYCEEC) or Family Childcare Program, please contact your child’s school for information about their calendar.
Please note the following:
The 2022-23 school year calendar is still available on the 2022-23 school year calendar page.
Policy Statement 2023-1 – “Filing Requirements Upon Vacancy of Rent Controlled Apartment” - https://hcr.ny.gov/policy-statement-2023-1
This Policy Statement replaces the Policy Statement 2014-1, and provides updated guidance regarding filing requirements upon vacancy of rent controlled apartment.
2024-25 Maximum Base Rent (MBR) Application - https://hcr.ny.gov/2024-25-mbr-application
The following Fact Sheets have been revised with new information regarding Section 610 of the Private Housing Finance Law (PHFL):
Fact Sheet 18 – “Appealing a Rent Administrator’s Order: Petition for Administrative Review (PAR)” is a new translation.
The translations are available in twelve (12) languages: Arabic, Bengali, Chinese, French, Haitian Creole, Italian, Korean, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Urdu, and Yiddish.
The Department of Education (DOE) has scheduled a public hearing for a charter school located in Community School District 32. Please find the notice linked here: Success Academy Charter School - Bushwick
Hearing Details
School Address: 139 Menahan Street, Brooklyn, NY 11221 in CSD 32 (Non-DOE Space)
Authorizer: SUNY Trustees
Action Type: Revision - Enrollment Increase
Date: Monday, June 12, 2023
Hearing Location: Zoom
Registration: Registration Form
Speaker Sign-Up Deadline: 12:00 p.m. (on date of the hearing)
Hearing Start Time: 5:30 p.m.
If any parents or community members are unable to attend the hearing, public comment can be submitted to the authorizer directly at charters@suny.edu.
*Please note that this application does not pertain to any changes to the utilization of school district space. Any changes to the utilization of school district space would be addressed in separate processes and public hearings.
In January, Mayor Adams launched a temporary water bill amnesty program to help New Yorkers save millions of dollars in interest when they pay their overdue water bills.
To date, the program has been extremely successful, saving New Yorkers nearly $20 million in interest and bringing in nearly $90 million in additional revenue. The amnesty program was authorized by the New York City Water Board and extended through May 31.
This program is especially important for low-income homeowners who may be eligible for debt forgiveness if they have already participated in New York State’s Low Income Homeowner Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP). DEP is offering up to an additional $30 million to assist these homeowners with forgiveness of up to $5,000 of their remaining delinquent balances. We want to ensure that low-income homeowners have applied for both programs so that they can qualify for the maximum funds available.
To receive amnesty and confirm eligibility, or for more information, customers should visit DEP’s water amnesty website or call (718) 595-7000.
Only a few days left to participate!
Please The New York City Department of Sanitation will collect trash and compost on Memorial Day as it would on a normal Monday, and recycling will follow on Tuesday.
Residents could experience some collection delays, as is common after holidays. We appreciate your patience as we work to collect the backlog of material.
For questions about Sanitation services and holiday schedules contact 311 or visit nyc.gov/sanitation.
Please be aware that, as a result of an MTA track replacement project, there will be no M train service between Myrtle Avenue-Broadway and Middle Village – Metropolitan Avenue during 8 consecutive weekends, beginning on the weekend of Friday, May 19, 2023 and concluding the weekend of July 7, 2023. The service changes will begin each weekend starting on Fridays at 9:45 p.m. and continue through 5:00 a.m. on the following Monday, except for Memorial Day weekend, when the changes will last until 5:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 30.
These service changes will be in effect the following hours:
9:45 pm Friday to 5:00 am Monday
And from 9:45 p.m. Friday to 5:00 a.m. Tuesday on Memorial Day weekend
During these times there will be free shuttle bus service stopping at all M stations between Myrtle Avenue-Broadway and Middle Village-Metropolitan Avenue, replacing M train service at these stations. Please see the attached service poster which will be at all affected stations, and on our website at www.mta.info.
To learn more about weekend service changes, please subscribe to the MTA Weekender, a newsletter sent on Fridays that tracks planned weekend service changes on the subways, Long Island Rail Road, and Metro-North Railroad.
Customers can call 511 and visit MTA Planned Service Changes for service-related information and customer service.
We appreciate the community’s patience while we perform this important project which will improve the safety and efficiency of the subway.
Date Range of Inspection for Community District 4: January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2022
Beginning January 1, 2020, gas piping systems in all buildings, except for buildings classified in occupancy group R-3, must be inspected by a Licensed Master Plumber (LMP), or a qualified individual working under the direct and continuing supervision of a LMP, at least once every four years according to the schedule set out in 1 RCNY §103-10.
Local Law 152 Frequently Asked Questions
The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) Cooling Assistance Component benefit provides a limited number of air conditioners or fans on a first-come, first-served basis to eligible applicants.
The 2021-2022 Cooling Assistance Component benefit application period opened on May 2, 2022.
You can apply online, by mail, or in-person. If you submit an application, you will receive the HEAP Cooling Assistance Notice of Eligibility Decision form after your application is reviewed.
On November 7, 2021, Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation requiring the Department of State to hold a public hearing and conduct an investigation to determine if additional real estate cease and desist zones should be established in all or part of Brooklyn. Cease and desist zones are designed to help prevent aggressive real estate solicitation from brokers, agents, or real estate speculators that target private residences.
If you are a resident of Brooklyn, please fill out the online Cease and Desist Questionnaire to help New York State gather evidence of aggressive solicitations.
The Department of State held a virtual public hearing on January 11, 2022. Another hearing is scheduled on Thursday, June 9, 2022 from 6pm to 8pm at Brooklyn Borough Hall.
For more information, visit the Department of State's website.
Alternate Side Parking (ASP) regulations allow for street cleaning. ASP rules are posted on signs with a "P" crossed by a broom and indicate the days and times parking isn’t allowed.
When ASP is in effect, you can’t park on the side of the street that is being cleaned. The rules apply for the entire time posted on the sign, even if a street sweeper has passed.
Note: residential streets without meters are only cleaned—with vehicles required to be moved—on the last day posted on the ASP sign because of ASP Reform Rules. These rules are in effect until July 5, 2022.
Holidays and Sundays
ASP rules are suspended on certain legal and religious holidays each year.
On the following major legal holidays, parking meters are also suspended:
On Sundays, ASP is not in effect and you don’t have to pay the parking meters.
Note: residential streets without meters are only cleaned—with vehicles required to be moved—on the last day posted on the ASP sign because of ASP Reform Rules. These rules are in effect until July 5, 2022.
Holidays and Sundays
ASP rules are suspended on certain legal and religious holidays each year.
On the following major legal holidays, parking meters are also suspended:
Rats can be a problem for residents, property owners, businesses and entire neighborhoods. Their gnawing and burrowing can cause damage and they can contaminate food, spread disease and reduce our quality of life.
Rats seek out places to live that provide them with everything they need to survive: food, water, shelter and safe ways for them to get around. To keep rats out of your property or neighborhood, you and your neighbors can take steps to make life more difficult for rats:
To learn more about how you can help your community and the Health Department prevent rats, visit www.nyc.gov/rats and/or review the Preventing Rats on Your Property guide.
Beginning January 1, 2020, gas piping systems in all buildings, except for buildings classified in occupancy group R-3, must be inspected by a Licensed Master Plumber (LMP), or a qualified individual working under the direct and continuing supervision of a LMP, at least once every four years according to the schedule set out in 1 RCNY §103-10.
Date Range of Inspection for Community District 4: January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
April 2022 - LL152 Frequently Asked Questions
NYS Public Service Commission Order
Natural gas customers in New York State are currently undergoing natural gas service line inspections. These inspections are in accordance with the mandated New York State Public Service Commission Order in Case 15-G-0244, “Order Establishing Statewide Inspection Schedules and Procedural Requirements” making sure that all natural gas services are working properly and that there are no safety issues. In New York City, these inspections are carried out by our hired contractor, Precision Pipeline Solutions. These contractors carry identification notifying the customer that they are working on behalf of National Grid to complete this important safety work. Being that these inspections are performed on inside meter services, the contractor is required to gain access to the customer’s home/business.
New York City Region - Fact Sheet
The Wolff-Alport Chemical Company Superfund site is located 1125 to 1139 Irving Avenue and 1514 Cooper Avenue in Ridgewood, Queens, New York, which borders Bushwick, Brooklyn New York. The adjacent streets, sidewalks, sewers, and commercial and residential properties where radiological contaminants have migrated or have the potential to migrate in the future are also included as part of this site. This nearly triangular area covers approximately 0.75 acres and is bound by Irving Avenue to the southwest, Cooper Avenue to the northwest, and a former cabinet manufacturing facility to the east. At present, the property is covered, primarily, with connecting structures, except for a former rail spur along its edge, which is an unpaved area where tracks are no longer present and is currently used for automobile storage. The on-site buildings contain a delicatessen/grocery, office space, residential apartments, several auto-repair shops, and warehousing space.
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) added the site to the National Priorities List (NPL) in May 2014.
April 2022 - Community Update fact sheet
For more information, visit the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) website.
Stewardship and pruning hugely reduce a tree’s vulnerability to common urban threats such as pedestrian and vehicular traffic, drought and storms. In New York City, where there is limited funding for tree maintenance but significant need, Citizen Pruners provide a great asset to our urban environment.
The 12 hour Citizen Pruner Course consists of 5 sessions – 4 in the classroom and 1 field outing.
CITIZEN PRUNER COURSE DETAILS
8 hours in the classroom – Students meet for four 2-hour classroom sessions. The comprehensive curriculum includes tree biology, street tree identification, common tree problems and solutions, tree stewardship and pruning.
4 hours in the field – The Saturday field outing is designed to provide students with the opportunity to practice pruning with their peers under the tutelage of their teacher.
Upon successful completion of the final exam, students receive a license from Trees New York and NYCParks to legally prune NYC street trees. Trees New York is the only institution designated to train and license Citizen Pruners in New York City.
The weekend field outing is mandatory. All sessions must be taken at the same location.
We are the only institution designated by NYCParks to license New Yorkers to legally prune street trees. All Citizen Pruners must follow Trees New York’s Citizen Pruner Code of Conduct. Please click on the link to read the Citizen Pruner Code of Conduct.
Please Click to view course schedule and register.
For more information, visit the Trees NY website.
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