The Bronx Chamber of Commerce - Upcoming Events, Legislative News, Grant Opportunities, & More

 

(Friday) Extra, Extra Click here for this week's video: 2022 Bronx Chamber Gala Honorees and Entertainment Announced Congestion Pricing Plan Inflation Cooling Regulations & Legislative News NYC Redistricting Hearing NYC City Council Bill - Leasing and Background Checks Upcoming Events Member Spotlight Manpower is Hiring Opportunities Empire State Development COVID-19 Tax Credit Isaacs Center Seeks Host Sites for Culinary Interns

2022 BRONX CHAMBER GALA HONOREES ANNOUNCED STAR-STUDDED ENTERTAINMENT REVEALED

The Board of Directors of the Bronx Chamber of Commerce celebrate the Chamber's diverse history during the 2022 Bronx Chamber of Commerce Gala held on September 29, 2002 at 6:30pm at Marina Del Rey by celebrating our purpose - a salute to our members and their contributions to the Bronx and New York City. The Chamber Gala - celebrating our members honors: Joseph Kelleher, President, Simone Metro Properties and Chairman, Board of Directors for The Bronx Chamber of Commerce since 2008 John Collazzi, Founding member and Director Emeritus, The Bronx Chamber of Commerce and Co-Founder, The Bronx Times The New York Yankees, honoring the late George Steinbrenner, Principal Owner, The New York Yankees, and Vice President, The Bronx Chamber of Commerce Entertainment for the 2022 Gala was also revealed by the Gala Host Committee and includes a star-studded line up: Sal Valentinetti, "The Voice" as Master of Ceremonies Brenda K. Starr, free style artist C-Bank, free style artist Cynthia, free style artist Steven Maglio, singer of standards DJ Serg, acclaimed DJ 100% of your support of this signature annual event featuring networking, top tier entertainment, and more, directly supports business and economic development in the Bronx. Please join us in building a stronger business fabric in the Bronx and sponsor, purchase your table, journal ads, or tickets today!

MTA CONGESTION PRICING PLAN BRONX CHAMBER REQUESTS COMMENTS

On August 10, 2022, the Triborough Bridge & Tunnel Authority, the New York State Department of Transportation, the New York City Department of Transportation, and the Federal Highway Administration released an Environmental Assessment (EA) of the proposed CBD Tolling Program, which evaluates the effects of the program. The New York City Congestion Pricing Plan, also known as the Central Business District Tolling Program, would be the first congestion pricing program in the United States. The Environmental Assessment, which the United States Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration has said we must undertake, looks at the environmental effects of the program. Congestion pricing has helped other cities around the world and we believe it would also help the people who visit, live, or work in the New York City metropolitan region. By reducing traffic and helping improve mass transit, the CBD Tolling Program would also make it faster to travel and would improve air quality. If the CBD Tolling Program Environmental Assessment is approved by the Federal Highway Administration, vehicles that enter or remain in the Central Business District would be tolled. The toll would be paid using an E-ZPass. If you do not have an E-ZPass, toll bills would be mailed to the address of the registered vehicle owner and are paid using Tolls by Mail. Hearing dates for Public Comments, Click Here As The Bronx Chamber of Commerce develops our position statement we are soliciting member feedback. Please email communications@bronxchamber.org with your comments.

INFLATION APPEARS TO BE COOLING, STRONG JOB NUMBERS ANNOUNCED, INFLATION REDUCTION ACT

Preliminary reports show that inflation is cooling in the United States. Stocks rose and bond yields fell as another report showed easing US inflation pressures, which could make the Federal Reserve refrain from getting more aggressive with rate hikes. The S&P 500 posted a back-to-back advance. Treasury two-year yields, which are more sensitive to imminent policy moves, sank as much as eight basis points. The dollar dropped for a fourth straight day. A key measure of US producer prices unexpectedly fell in July for the first time in more than two years, largely reflecting a drop in energy costs. Both the overall and core figures were softer than forecast. Consumer-price data out Wednesday also showed a welcome moderation in inflation. New York City's economic recovery stayed the course by adding 22,500 jobs in June, according to seasonally adjusted figures from the New York State Department of Labor's June Jobs Report. The Bronx's unemployment rate decreased from 14% in May 2021 to 8% in May 2022.   The private sector added 19,700 jobs in June. For the full report, Click HERE Additionally, the United States Senate passed the Inflation Reduction Act, a $440 billion investment to combat inflation and prioritize other programs. In addition to historic investments in social and climate programs, the Act creates a 15% Corporate Minimum Tax and generates approximately $700 billion in revenue. The Bronx Chamber of Commerce legislative team is working with our partners to understand legislative impacts and are working closely with individuals in the U.S House of Representatives on any amendments that House might suggest to the Act.

LEGISLATION & REGULATIONS

The NYC Redistricting Commission released draft maps of proposed changes to New York City Council district lines. It is vitally important that we pay attention to these proposed changes and provide feedback. The Bronx and New York City need you to be engaged in drawing the lines for our government's City Council district maps. The Bronx will host a Redistricting Commission Hearing on August 17 at Lehman College from 5:30pm-9:00pm. Provide Feedback: Public testimony can be submitted by email to publictestimony@redistricting.nyc.gov or by mail: 253 Broadway, 3rd Floor New York, NY 10007.

Fair Chance for Housing Act Introduced A bill introduced in the New York City Council on Thursday would, with a few exceptions, ban landlords and brokers from seeking a person’s criminal records, and bar them from denying housing because of prior arrests or convictions. The mayor has signaled that he is favorable. Criminal background checks are often a routine part of applying for an apartment in New York City and elsewhere, and advocates for landlords and industry groups maintain the practices are essential. The bill, the Fair Chance for Housing Act, would allow landlords to consider the criminal history of potential tenants who are listed on the sex offender registry, but otherwise limit the use of background checks, according to the bill's sponsor Councilmember Keith Powers.

Upcoming Events

Tuesday, August 16 at 10am E-Commerce for Your Business Join The Bronx Chamber of Commerce and the team from RC Marketing to explore e-commerce integration for your business. This virtual event provides additional marketing support for your business. Don't miss out on hearing directly from the experts. Click HERE To Register

Wednesday, August 17 from 10am to 12pm Signing a Commercial Lease: What You Should Know and Ask. Join The Bronx Chamber of Commerce and New York City Department of Small Business Services to learn the ins and outs of commercial leasing and what you as a business owner should know and ask as you open or expand your brick and mortar operations. Click HERE To Register

Thursday, August 25 from 6pm to 8pm Rooftop Summer Soiree Networking Event Join The Bronx Chamber of Commerce for an evening of networking and learning about new real estate and business developments in the South Bronx's Mott Haven and Port Morris neighborhoods. Hosted on the rooftop of noted journalist and Executive Producer, Steph Watts, the evening will showcase the Bronx Chamber's partnerships and work in the area. Click HERE To Register

Wednesday, August 31 from 6pm to 8pm Business Consulting Workshop Join The Bronx Chamber of Commerce and Chase Bank's Senior Business Consultant, Vanessa Blanco to learning about small business coaching, banking solutions, and business education programs. Click HERE To Register

Plan Your Autumn! Save the Date for these important Upcoming Events September 11 Remembrance Ceremony: date TBA, 1250 Waters Place September 15 from 6pm-9pm: Cigars, Scotch Tasting, and Networking, Havana Room, 3151 East Tremont Avenue October 12 from 6pm-9pm: Chairman's Reception, location TBA October 20 from 6pm - 9pm: Autumn Evening at Woodlawn Conservancy, 4199 Webster Avenue November 10 from 12pm - 3pm: Veteran's Luncheon, Pasquale Rigoletto, 2311 Arthur Avenue December 8 from 6pm - Late: Annual Bronx Chamber Holiday Party, Pelham Bay and Split Rock Golf Course, 870 Shore Road