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(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. 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop Community Board Appreciation Reception Grand Opening: Make Me Over NYC Legislative Updates & Advocacy Skip the Stuff Legislation Takes Effect Trash Containerization Takes Effect for Food Businesses Outdoor Dining Legislation Passes Business Success Story 024 Fragrance Upcoming Events Mott Haven Business to Business Block Party, 8/26/2023 - Alexander Avenue at Bruckner Boulevard, 2:00pm - 8:00pm Business to Business Back to School Festival, 8/31/2023 - 1377 Jerome Avenue, 11:00am - 6:00pm Business to Business Networking & Financial Education w. Councilmember Marjorie Velazquez, 9/14/2023 - The Living Room, 2883 Dill Place Bronx, NY 2023 Gala - The Bronx is Building, 9/21/2023 - Marina Del Rey, 6:30pm

50th ANNIVERSARY OF HIP HOP CELEBRATED AT YANKEE STADIUM

The Board of Directors and leadership team of the Bronx Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to join the celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop - in the home borough of hip hop - the Bronx! New York City and the world are celebrating 50 years of hip-hop this week. Over the past five decades, the art form that was born in the Bronx transformed music and culture. The city has been celebrating since the start of the year, culminating with a star-studded performance this Friday at, Bronx Chamber member, Yankee Stadium. The show is set to feature hip-hop legends Run DMC, Snoop Dogg and Lil Wayne, along with several local stars. There will also be a Bronx Bombers set from A Boogie Wit da Hoodie, Fat Joe and Kid Capri, plus a Queens of Hip-Hop set with Eve, Lil' Kim, Remy Ma and Trina. The Pillars of Hip-Hop set will feature Kool Herc & Cindy Campbell, Grandmaster Caz, Kurtis Blow, Melle Mel, Roxanne Shante, Scorpio and the Sugarhill Gang, plus a Legendary DJ set with Clark Kent, Marley Marl, Mannie Fresh and Battlecat. Join us in this global celebration of hip hops roots in the Bronx!

COMMUNITY BOARD APPRECIATION RECEPTION

The Bronx Chamber of Commerce leadership team was thrilled to sponsor and partner with the Office of the Bronx Borough President for the Bronx's annual Community Board Appreciation Reception at Pelham Bay & Split Rock Golf Course. The evening celebrates the borough's community boards and their volunteer dedication to local government and shaping the future of our borough and City. For more information on engaging with your community board, click here.

GRAND OPENING OF MAKE ME OVER NYC

The Bronx Chamber team is thrilled to celebrate a new member and new business in the Bronx! Our team was on hand to celebrate the ribbon cutting of Make Me Over NYC, 1967 Turnbull Ave Suite 128, Bronx, NY 10473. Make Me Over NYC offers comprehensive wellness and beauty services. For more information or to book an appointment, click here.

LEGISLATIVE & ADVOCACY UPDATES

Outdoor Dining Legislation Passes NYC City Council - INT. 31C A Local Law to amend the New York city charter and the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to granting licenses and revocable consents for sidewalk cafes and roadway cafes, to repeal subchapter 6 of chapter 2 of title 20 of such administrative code, relating to granting licenses and revocable consents for sidewalk cafes, to amend section 2 of local law number 114 for the year 2020, relating to the establishment of a permanent outdoor dining program, in relation to the commencement of such program, and to amend section 1 of local law number 77 for the year 2020, relating to establishing a temporary outdoor dining program, in relation to the expiration of such program. For more information, Click Here

Commercial Containerization for Food Businesses - Effective August 1, 2023 - ALL food-related businesses in NYC must use rigid containers with secure lids when setting out trash for collection. Who is affected The new rule impacts ALL food-related businesses. This includes catering establishments, food manufacturers, food preparation establishments, food service establishments, food wholesalers, and retail food stores. Restaurants, grocery stores, delis, bodegas, caterers, and other businesses that sell or handle food MUST comply. What material is impacted Any putrescible material — refuse or organic material — set out on the curb for collection MUST be in a container with a SECURE LID. The requirement does not apply to other recyclables (metal, glass, plastic, or paper) or to businesses that have waste collected from a loading dock. This rule does not require the separation of trash and organics, only the use of containers for collection. However, some businesses are required to separate their organic waste. If your business meets the minimum requirements, you must comply with the NYC Commercial Organics Rules. When to set out In accordance with recent setout rules, businesses that place waste on the curb have two options:    Place waste at the curb 1 hour before closing, OR    After 8:00 PM. If placing out after 8:00 PM, recyclables do not need to be in a container. How to store bins Containers should be stored inside or in a rear yard if possible. If space is not available, bins can be stored within three (3) feet of the building line when not set out for collection. Bins must be maintained in a neat and orderly manner and always allow for a clear path of pedestrian travel on the sidewalk. NOTE: Businesses required to source-separate organics under Local Law 146 of 2013 must continue to do so by placing their food waste in a separate container with a latching lid. Garbage must be set out in a separate container.

Skip the Stuff Legislation Takes Effect Effective July 31, 2023, New York City food service establishments* providing take-out and delivery service must comply with these restrictions: Do not provide utensils, condiment packets, napkins, or extra containers to take-out or delivery customers, unless requested by the customer. Your online ordering and delivery apps must be set to a default of not providing these items. You must provide customers with the option to request these items only if you offer them. Delivery and courier services may not provide these items unless such items are requested by the customer. For more information, click here Additional Resources We are committed to working with businesses to ensure that they understand the law and help them transition away from single-use plastics. Learn more about our business resources: Access educational material Attend a free training Request an educational site visit

UPCOMING EVENTS

Mott Haven Business to Business Block Party August 26 at 2:00pm Alexander Avenue Open Streets, Alexander Avenue at Bruckner Boulevard Join the Bronx Chamber, the Avenue NYC - Mott Haven Program, Mott Haven Merchants Association for a Block Party celebrating the businesses and residents of the Bruckner Boulevard area. During the event there will be live music by Johnny Mambo and Friends, DJ Menyu, dancing and information on business improvement district formation, marketing, and more!

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

For the complete Bronx Chamber Events Calendar, featuring educational workshops, networking events and other opportunities hosted by the Chamber, its members, & partners, please visit and bookmark our website events calendar link in your browser - new events are added weekly!