NYC Council Member Andy King to Host NYCHA “Constituent Services Night” on Thursday, May 31
In order to better serve his constituents beyond the hours of 9-5, New York City Council Member Andy King and his staff will be hosting “Constituent Services Night” in a different NYCHA housing development in the 12th Council District.
A Constituent Service Night Event will be held on Thursday, May 31, 5:00 -7:00 p.m. at Eastchester Gardens, 1140/42 Burke Ave., Bronx. Services will include resources and solutions for housing, food stamps, immigration status and basic services. Representatives from Home Base/Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New York and Urban Justice Center will be in attendance to address constituents’ needs as well as provide information and resources.
There are five NYCHA housing developments in the 12th District: Gun Hill Houses, Baychester Houses, Boston Secor, Eastchester Gardens and Edenwald.
NYCHA residents can preschedule an appointment by calling the Office of Council Member Andy King at (718) 684-5509.
Rain Barrel Giveaway Set for Saturday, August 4
Back by popular demand, the New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and Council Member Andy King will hold a rain barrel giveaway on the Evander Childs High School football field, 800 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx, on Saturday, August 4th , during the 6th annual 12th District Community Engagement Day/ Fun In the Son Parade & Concert.
A hundred rain barrels will be distributed to local residents at 10 a.m. However, residents must call and reserve their barrel -- one per person per household.
“This somewhat, old-fashion technique is very effective for homeowners who want to ensure that their plants don't suffer in summer heat and for business owners looking to manage storm water runoff from rooftops. Not only will harvesting rainwater safeguard plants and keep the sewer pipes from overflowing but it’ll help many save on their water bill. You can’t beat that!” said Council Member Andy King, 12th CD.
The 60-gallon rain barrels are easy to install and connect directly to a property owner's downspout to capture and store the storm water that falls on the rooftop. The water collected in the rain barrel can then be used to water lawns and gardens, or for other outdoor chores.
Rain barrels should only be used for non-potable purposes, such as gardening, and must be disconnected from the downspout during the winter months to avoid freezing.
For more information or to reserve a rain barrel, phone King's office at 718-684-5509.
NYC Council Member Andy King to host free mobile legal help center
New York City Council Member Andy King is hosting a free civil legal services mobile van on Saturday, August 4, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the annual 12th Council District, Fun In the Son Community Engagement Day event outside the Evander Childs Football Field, 800 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx.
The mobile legal help center is a partnership between the New York Legal Assistance Group and the New York State Court's Access to Justice Program and provides free civil legal assistance to New Yorkers in need.
Lawyers will be on hand to provide assistance in various areas, including: domestic violence/family law; orders of protection/emergency orders of protections; divorces; custody/visitation; child/spousal support, and immigration.
The van provides on-site, high-level technology allowing it to function as a full-service office. Private meeting rooms inside the van are available.
Space is limited and appointments are required. To set up an appointment, phone King’s office at 718-684-5509.
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