Bronx Chamber of Commerce - Bronx Business News You Can Use

Upcoming Events, Legislative News, Grant Opportunities, & More

(Friday) Extra, Extra Click here for this week's video: Walsh & Brady Honored during Irish Heritage Reception We Love NYC Campaign Launched Small Business Resource Network Update Kingsbridge Armory Planning Session Legislative & Advocacy Updates NYS One House Budgets Released Funding Opportunities Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Grant Program Upcoming Events Women of Distinction Luncheon, 3/31/2023 at 11:30am

ROB WALSH & MICHAEL BRADY HONORED DURING IRISH HERITAGE RECEPTION

2023 Irish Heritage Celebration & Networking Reception   The Bronx Chamber of Commerce honored Robert Walsh, Interim President of the Bronx Overall Economic Development Corporation & Former Commissioner of NYC Department of Small Business Services and Michael Brady, CEO of Third Avenue Business Improvement District its annual Celebration of Irish Heritage and Networking Reception on Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at 6:00pm at Rambling House, 4292 Katonah Avenue Bronx, NY. The evening acknowledged the achievements and contributions of the Irish community on the Bronx and New York City economies and its impact on small business. The evening featured live music, networking, drink specials, Irish fare, and acknowledged the contributions of notable Irish Americans and their influence on Bronx business and economic development.

WE LOVE NYC PROGRAM LAUNCHED

We  NYC! This is the mantra of a new 5-borough tourism campaign by our partners, the Partnership for New York City and a coalition of New York City organizations and elected officials. The Bronx Chamber leadership team joined the Partnership, Governor Kathy Hochul, Mayor Eric Adams, and leaders from throughout New York City to launch the We  NYC campaign to help capture the energy of our people and preserve the city’s spirit by encouraging New Yorkers of every background to come together, get involved and make a positive change in their community. The Bronx Chamber of Commerce is delighted to participate and lend the voices and energy of our members to creating a stronger New York City.

SMALL BUSINESS RESOURCE NETWORK UPDATE

The Five Borough Chamber Alliance, launched in FY 2022, supports the NYC Small Business Resource Network (SBRN). The NYC SBRN is a comprehensive approach to small business resiliency that offers free, personalized guidance and support to help businesses grow and thrive.  Originally launched as a pandemic recovery effort, the SBRN continues to support small businesses today via a collaborative partnership between the five borough Chambers of Commerce. Our unique service-delivery model places Business Support Specialists on the ground in neighborhoods across the city, helping businesses connect to free resources offered by both the public and private sectors. During FY2023, the Bronx Chamber of Commerce engaged with over 6,200 businesses and served just over 3,000 businesses with direct, in-person, customized, high touch assistance. For more information to for assistance, email: sbrn@bronxchamber.org

KINGSBRIDGE ARMORY VISIONING SESSION W. COUNCILMEMBER PIERINA SANCHEZ

First opened in 1917 but now vacant for almost 30 years, the Kingsbridge Armory is one of the Bronx's vital landmarks. Today, the City has a historic opportunity to redevelop the Armory, placing the needs and priorities of Bronx residents and business owners at the center of the process. Beginning in the fall of 2022, New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC), local elected officials, and a working group of community leaders are partnering to launch an engagement process to understand the community’s vision for the future of the armory. The Bronx Chamber of Commerce joined stakeholders this week to discuss the future plans for the Kingsbridge Armory and how to mobilize the business community's priorities in redeveloping this historic site. To learn more, click here.

LEGISLATIVE & ADVOCACY UPDATES

One House Budgets Released On March 14, 2023 the New York State Assembly and the Senate released their respective One House budget proposals in response to Governor Kathy Hochul’s Executive budget, which was issued on February 1, 2023. The budget negotiated among the Governor, the Senate Majority and the Assembly Majority is expected to be finalized on or around April 1st, the beginning of the State’s next fiscal year, and voted upon thereafter. The following overview highlights the Legislature’s positions related to many of the proposals in the Governor’s budget as well as includes several stand-alone proposals otherwise prioritized by the Senate and the Assembly. We encourage you to review this document and to alert us if there are proposals for which you have questions or require additional information.

New Trash Set-Out Times Begin April 1 - Effective April 1, 2023, businesses that place waste at the curb* for collection have two setout options:   If using a container with a secure lid, a business should place waste at the curb 1 hour before closing, or   If putting bags directly on the curb, place waste out after 8:00 PM.   *This does not apply to businesses that have waste collected from a loading dock or other off-street location.   Send your questions to commercialprograms@dsny.nyc.gov. DSNY’s Commercial Engagement Team will provide additional free resources including information on the rules, educational site visits, trainings, and webinars.

FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES

Verizon announced a new grant funding opportunity for small businesses, totaling $500,000, which is now available via Verizon Small Business Digital Ready. In partnership with partners Next Street and LISC, the Verizon Small Business Digital Ready online resource is designed to give small businesses the tools they need to thrive in today’s digital economy. Small businesses can access, for free, personalized learning through over 40 courses, mentorship, peer networking, 1:1 expert coaching and incentives such as grant funding.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Coffee and Conversation w. Councilmember Pierina Sanchez Wednesday March 29, 2023 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Virtual Join the Bronx Chamber of Commerce for virtual coffee and conversation with Councilmember Pierina Sanchez as we discuss housing, the future of the Kingsbridge Armory, leadership development in District 14 and more. Reserve Your Spot - Click Here.

Women of Distinction Luncheon Friday, March 31, 2023 from 11:30am to 2:00pm Villa Barone Manor 737 Throggs Neck Expressway Bronx, New York For 18 years, the Women of Distinction Luncheon has recognized outstanding women leaders for their contributions to the Bronx community. Each year with the support of local Bronx businesses and Bronx Chamber members we are able to provide scholarships to deserving college-bound female students through the Bronx Chamber of Commerce Foundation. Ticket & Sponsor Opportunities available by emailing: foundation@bronxchamber.org