Council Member Marjorie Velázquez - This Week in District 13

 

Dear Neighbor,

Caribbean Heritage Month is in full swing, and next week,

I have the honor of co-hosting this year’s event at City Hall.

Join us as we experience the rich, vibrant culture of the

Caribbean with friends and family. If you are interested in

attending or would like additional information, scroll to 

‘What’s Happening in District 13.’ 

I’m happy to share that The New York Academy of Medicine

is still accepting responses to their online survey,

Aging Well in The Bronx. This is a great way for NYAM

and the Office of Bronx Borough President Vanessa L.

Gibson to learn more about the needs of the Bronx

community to support older adults and people of all ages.

If you’d like to participate, scroll to ‘Health Hub.’

In this week’s email, you will find information about

The Social Good PRoject, which is a service grant

that provides eligible nonprofit organizations and certified

B-Corp small businesses with operational support. This

is a great opportunity for our local community-based

organizations to elevate their operations and amplify their

reach within our community. For more information

about this grant, scroll to ‘Community Resources.’

To contact our office for additional information or concerns,

please call us at  (718) 931-1721 or email us at

District13@council.nyc.gov.

Wishing you all a safe and joyous weekend.

Sincerely,

Council Member Marjorie Velázquez

Celebrate Caribbean Heritage Month!

On Wednesday, June 28 at 5:30 PM, I have the pleasure of co-hosting this year’s Caribbean Heritage Month Celebration at City Hall. Join us as we indulge in the vibrant culture, music, and flavors of the Caribbean!

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Utility Work Advisory

Con Edison will be performing Electric Upgrade work in City Island (City Island Avenue and City Island Road) from July 5 to August 2, 2023, Monday to Friday from 9 AM to 4 PM. Please be advised there will be limited street parking, temporary lane closures, and noise during working hours.

Transportation Advisory

MTA Service Updates

Due to station improvements, the MTA has announced a 24/7 bypass of the Westchester Square/E Tremont Avenue station on Pelham Bay Park-bound 6 trains through mid-July. Customers are advised to use the nearby Zerega Avenue or Middletown Road stations.

Travel Alternatives

• For service to Westchester Square/E Tremont Avenue station, take the 6 to Middletown Road and transfer to a Manhattan-bound 6.

• For service from Westchester Square/E Tremont Avenue station, take the 6 to Zerega Avenue and transfer to a Pelham Bay Park-bound 6.

Construction & Repair Advisories

Closure of Entrance Ramp

The New York State Department of Transportation has announced an entrance ramp closure from eastbound Pelham Parkway to northbound Bruckner Expressway (I-95) until Thursday, June 29 at 5 PM. Motorists wanting access to the northbound Bruckner Expressway are advised to follow the posted detour signs on Pelham Parkway. This closure is necessary to facilitate work to enhance safety and mobility on the northbound Bruckner Expressway and northbound Hutchinson River Parkway in the Bronx.

Shore Road Bridge

The NYC Department of Transportation Division of Bridges will continue routine maintenance of the Shore Road Bridge over the Hutchinson River. As a result, single-lane closures will continue until Friday, June 30 according to the below schedule: 

Single Lane Closures

• Northbound - 7 AM to 9 AM

• Northbound and Southbound - 9 AM to 1 PM

• Northbound and Southbound - 10 PM to 7 AM

No Parking

The NYC Department of Design and Construction has announced a ‘No Parking’ advisory on Pelham Parkway North Service Road between Eastchester Road and Bronx Park East and Pelham Bay Parkway Westbound Main Road between White Plains Road and Stillwell Avenue, from now through June 30 from 7 AM to 4 PM. This restriction is necessary to facilitate ‘end of construction’ work. 

Night-Time Lane Closures

The NYC Department of Design and Construction has announced a ‘Night-Time Lane Closure’ advisory on Pelham Parkway Eastbound Main Road between White Plains Road and Stillwell Avenue from now through Friday, June 30, from 9 PM to 5 AM. This restriction is necessary to facilitate roadway reconstruction.

Odane Whilby Band

On Friday, June 30 at 6 PM at Pelham Bay Park (Middletown Road and Stadium Avenue), join us for some fantastic 50s-80s oldies and artist such as Bobby Darin, The Temptations, Steve Wonder, Diana Ross, and more. Enjoy an unforgettable musical experience in the park!

Bringing the MTA to You!

You asked, and we listened! The MTA Mobile Sales Van will be at 3033 Middletown Road from 1 PM to 3 PM on the fourth Friday of each month. This is a great opportunity to ask questions about your MetroCard, apply for a reduced fare rate, replace an expired or damaged card, and more.

Prostate Cancer Mobile Testing Van

On Thursday, June 29 at 11 AM, R.A.I.N. Middletown Road and Harlem Congregations for Community Improvement (HCCI) will be providing prostate cancer mobile testing for eligible older adults. If you or someone you know is interested in scheduling an appointment, please call 718-822-0486 weekdays from 9 AM to 4 PM.

Aging Well in the Bronx Survey

The New York Academy of Medicine is working with the Bronx Borough President’s Office and Council Members Eric Dinowitz and Marjorie Velázquez to survey adults age 65+ who live in The Bronx. We want to hear from you about how well the borough meets your needs and suggest ways that The Bronx can better support older adults and people of all ages. All surveys are anonymous, and the collected data  will be shared directly with the Bronx Borough President’s Office, along with concrete recommendations on how to make The Bronx the best borough for people to age-in-place. You can complete this survey in English, Spanish, Bengali, Chinese, Italian or Russian online or contact Council Member Velázquez’s office to complete it in person.