Saturday, June 3, 2023

Council Member Marjorie Velázquez - What's Happening in District 13

 

Dear Neighbor,


Summer is quickly approaching and there are many activities for families across the district to take advantage of. This month, District 13 will host two concerts in honor of NY Music Month, including a children’s music in Morris Park and a concert featuring Brenda K. Starr, in Ferry Point Park. This is a wonderful opportunity to spend time with family and enjoy the summer weather. For more information, please scroll to ‘What’s Happening in District 13.’


In this week’s email, you will find information about the NYC Department of Transportation’s upcoming workshops for “Reimagining the Cross Bronx,” the MTA Mobile Sales Van, and more. For those interested in learning about upcoming events, please scroll to ‘What’s Happening in District 13’ and ‘Save The Date.’ 


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.


Mark Your Calendars! Movies Under The Stars Returns


On Friday, June 23 at the Pelham Bay Park North Picnic Area, we will have a special presentation of Dr. Strange and the Multiverse of Madness. Enjoy a night out with the family for a movie under the stars (don’t forget to bring a blanket or a chair!). We recommend arriving at 7:30 PM, giving you plenty of time to prepare for the film to begin at dusk. As a reminder, all movie nights are free and open to the public and include free popcorn. If you have questions, please call our office at 718-931-1721 or email District13@council.nyc.gov.



Parks Foundation - Summer Activity Calendar

City Parks Foundation has announced that online registration is now available for this summer’s sports programs! We are excited for this incredible program to be back in the district this year; anyone interested in Senior Fitness (Tennis and Yoga) or Youth Track and Field is encouraged to register. This year’s program will be at Pelham Bay Park (Middletown Road and Stadium Avenue). For more information or to register, follow the links below.


How to Register

Transportation Advisory


MTA 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, beginning Monday, June 12 at 5 AM 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.

Hutchinson River Parkway Closure

The NYC Ferry has announced that a temporary Ferry Point Park parking-lot shuttle will be in service to transport riders from the parking lot to the landing. This temporary shuttle will continue to operate during scheduled weekday morning and evening hours while the NYC Ferry Shuttle is repaired.


Regularly scheduled Ferry Point Park parking-lot shuttle hours are:

  • Monday to Friday from 5 AM to 10 AM

  • Monday to Friday from 3 PM to the final NYC Ferry arrival/departure

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.


Westchester Avenue Bridge

The NYC Department of Transportation Division of Bridges has announced it will remove temporary support structures (put in place to support the NYCT structure during the bridge girders replacement) on Westchester Avenue Bridge between Waters Place and Ericson Place weeknights through Friday, June 16, from 9 PM to 6 AM. 



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.




The New York City Department of Corrections -

Corrections Officer Exam is now open! If you or

someone you know is interested in pursuing a career

in law enforcement, this is a great opportunity.

Corrections Officers help foster a supportive environment

while providing people in their care with pathways to

successfully return to their communities. For more

information, click ‘Register'.’

Register

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