Dear Neighbor,
This past month has been exhilarating and full of excitement. From street co-naming installments to delivering hundreds of meals to community members in need, there is much to celebrate. As we head into the high season, I look forward to hosting several events perfect for the whole family, which you can find in our weekly email and social media. If there is an event you’d like to see come to life in your neighborhood, I encourage you to contact my office.
In this week’s email, you will find information, including NYC’s Summer Meals Program, youth and community resources, upcoming events, and more. I’m also excited to share that The New York Academy of Medicine (NYAM), 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.’
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
July 4 Holiday Office Hours
In observance of the Fourth of July, all government offices will be closed on Tuesday, July 4, 2023. We will reopen on Wednesday, July 5 during normal business hours. If you have an emergency, please call #911. For all other inquiries, call and leave a message at 718-931-1721 or email us at District13@council.nyc.gov.
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
NYC Ferry
Beginning Saturday, July 2, NYC Ferry riders can reserve a spot on any weekend Rockaway trips to the beach from 9 AM to 2 PM and back from 3 PM to 8 PM. Reserved tickets cost $10 and are available for purchase up to two (2) weeks before the date of departure. It is recommended to plan and purchase your tickets early, as most spots on each vessel are unreserved; riders paying a regular fare will be able to board as normal. Reserved tickets are available for purchase via the NYC Ferry App only for both Wall Street/Pier 11 and Sunset Park/Brooklyn Army departures.
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 train.
For service from Westchester Square/E Tremont Avenue station, take the 6 to Zerega Avenue and transfer to a Pelham Bay Park-bound 6 train.
Construction & Repair Advisories
Hutchinson River Parkway Bridge
The NYCDOT Division of Bridges will continue maintenance of the Hutchinson River Parkway Bridger over the Hutchinson River. As a result, two alternating, northbound lanes will be closed two weekend nights each week from Wednesday, July 5 to Friday, August 4, 2023 from 11 PM to 5 AM.
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 from Monday, July 3 to Friday, July 28, according to the below schedule. No work will take place on Tuesday, July 4.
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 for 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 through July 28 from 7 AM to 4 PM. This restriction is necessary to facilitate ‘end of construction’ work and is a moving operation.
The NYC Department of Design and Construction has announced a ‘No Parking’ advisory for Pelham Parkway North Service Road between Eastchester Road and Bronx Park East through July 28 from 7 AM to 4 PM. This restriction is necessary to facilitate ‘end of construction’ work and is a moving operation.
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 July 28, from 9 PM to 5 AM. This restriction is necessary to facilitate roadway reconstruction and is a moving operation.
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.
Fire Safe E-Bike Trade-In
The Equitable Commute Project has announced that it has opened its application for its e-bike trade-in program, which supports delivery workers in trading in their old bikes or scooters and provides a grant for $1,500 off a UL-2849 certified e-bike, which is compliant with New York City’s new e-bike laws
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