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: Summer Friday Schedule - The Bronx Chamber of Commerce offices will be closed for professional development on Fridays beginning 7/7/2023 through Labor Day. BID Formation & Merchant Organizing with Avenue NYC - Mott Haven Brady Honored by NY Yankees & The Bronx Community Foundation Bronx Chamber supports Throggsneck BID Health Festival Legislative Updates & Advocacy New Sanitation Rules Go into Effect Outdoor Dining Legislation - Call to Action Congestion Pricing Update Business Success Story MPG Parking Upcoming Events Summer BBQ Reception, 8/3/2023 - Pelham Bay Split Rock Golf Course, 6:00pm Business to Business Back to School Festival, 8/31/2023 - 1377 Jerome Avenue, 11:00am - 6:00pm 2023 Gala - The Bronx is Building, 9/21/2023 - Marina Del Rey, 6:30pm

AVENUE NYC - MOTT HAVEN PREPARES BID & MERCHANT ASSOCIATION LAUNCH IN MOTT HAVEN

The Bronx Chamber's Avenue NYC Program for the Mott Haven section of the South Bronx is launching an exciting initiative this Summer with NYC Department of Small Business Services and area property owners, businesses, and residents: Business Improvement District Formation in the Bruckner Boulevard area Merchant Association for 138th Street In August 2023, property owners and NYC SBS will convene to conduct a BID Formation Orientation, followed by a formal BID Formation launch in September 2023. The Avenue NYC Program is now in its third year serving the Mott Haven area and in that time has completed significant data collection as outlined in the Mott Haven Commercial District Needs Assessment, business and property owner coordination, joint marketing and placemaking, and sustained community engagement. Year 3 will focus on BID formation, Merchant Association creation, and community engagement and marketing. For more information email: AvenueNYC@bronxchamber.org

BRADY HONORED BY NY YANKEES & THE BRONX COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

The Bronx Chamber of Commerce's Senior Vice President for Economic Development and Policy, Michael Brady, was honored by the New York Yankees and The Bronx Community Foundation for his work lead the Bronx's economic development and small business opportunity and recovery portfolio during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. Brady, alongside, the Board of Directors for the Foundation and fellow vertical captains, were acknowledged for providing services, leadership, and direction during one of our nation's most challenging times. Congratulations!

BRONX CHAMBER JOINS THROGGSNECK BID FOR HEALTH & BUSINESS FESTIVAL

The Bronx Chamber team joined the Throggs Neck Business Improvement District for their annual health street festival joining community, businesses, and health professionals to promote the resources available in the District. The Festival, a partnership with NYS Senator Nathalia Fernandez, seeks to bring community and business together while also providing a platform for health and wellness opportunities. The Bronx Chamber will be partnering with Senator Fernandez on a small business listening townhall to better understand the business needs in the area and how the State can of assistance. For more information: outreach@bronxchamber.org

LEGISLATIVE & ADVOCACY UPDATES

The Bronx Chamber of Commerce urges you to contact your City Council Members ASAP and tell them to vote in favor of Int.31-C, the permanent outdoor dining bill!!!   EMAIL YOUR CITY COUNCIL MEMBER AND SEND A PRE-DRAFTED MESSAGE. IT’S QUICK AND EASY   If the City Council does not vote and pass this bill ALL outdoor dining (sidewalk cafes & streeteries) is at risk of total elimination very soon AND any future prospect of outdoor dining will be in question. This would be an unprecedented disaster for our city that will cause chaos and put restaurants and jobs on the chopping block and end outdoor dining for all who love dining alfresco.   WE NEED YOU TO CLICK HERE ASAP AND TELL YOUR CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS TO VOTE IN FAVOR OF INT.31-C, THE PERMANENT OUTDOOR DINING BILL.

Congestion Pricing & the Traffic Mobility Review Board: The Traffic Mobility Review Board (TMRB) held their first meeting to discuss tolling structures for the congestion pricing program. TMRB is tasked with making formal recommendations, which will then go to the MTA Board for final approval. The MTA gave an information presentation to the board, followed by a Q&A. TMRB is currently considering a variety of exemptions, though the MTA noted that all exemptions or discounts will have to be supplemented by drivers paying full price. A full memo of the meeting can be found here.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Summer BBQ Networking Reception August 3 at 6:00pm Pelham Bay & Split Rock, 870 Shore Road Bronx, NY Join Bronx Chamber members, elected officials, and friends for a Summer evening of networking, great food & drinks, and conversation. The evening includes live music, barbeque, dancing, and networking. Individuals wishing to golf before hand must contact Pelham Bay and Split Rock Golf Course directly. Reserve Your Spot

Make Me Over NYC Grand Opening August 8 at 1:00pm 1967 Turnbull Avenue, Suite 128 Bronx, NY Join Bronx Chamber of Commerce for the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting of new member, Make Me Over NYC, on August 8, 2023 at 1967 Turnbull Avenue, Suite 128.

Business to Business Street Festival August 31 at 11:00am - 3:00pm 1377 Jerome Avenue Bronx, NY Join Councilmember Althea Stevens, The Bronx Chamber of Commerce, New Settlement, and New York City government agencies in celebrating back to school while supporting local businesses. Enjoy face painting Bouncy Castles Music & Games Business to Business Networking NYC Agencies On-Site Assistance M/WBE Certification Information This is the culmination of economic and business development work in District 16 and seeks to continue to build strong neighborhoods and relationships between businesses and our young people. Reserve Your Spot