Dear Neighbor,
This week has been full of excitement, community, and of course, summer fun. My office recently hosted an event with the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation to learn best practices to help remove spotted lanternflies. It was great seeing everyone come together to help rid of these pests just before National Night Out. Thank you to all who attended.
It has been a busy time for us at City Hall, working alongside the New York City Council Members to pass my bill, Int 31-C, also known as the Outdoor Dining bill. It has been a long road to get to this moment, but I am thankful for the support I received from my colleagues, local restaurants, and of course, the community. For more information about this bill, please scroll to the ‘Legislative Corner."‘
In this week’s email, you will find information about my office’s upcoming HPD In Your District event, City Parks Foundation’s Summer Youth Program and New York City Parks’ Flag Football, MTA fare and toll rates, job opportunities, and more. I’m also excited to share that the Empire State Development has extended its Covid-19 Capital Costs Tax Credit Program for businesses. To learn more about this initiative or to apply, scroll to ‘Commerce Corner.’
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 wonderful weekend.
Sincerely,
Council Member Marjorie Velázquez
Outdoor Dining is Here to Stay!
Customer Assistance Day & Mobile Office Hours
On Friday, August 18, from 10 AM to 2 PM, join me and Assembly Member John Zaccaro Jr., for our Customer Assistance Day with Con Edison at the Morris Park Library (985 Morris Park Avenue). This special Mobile Office Hours is for customers to meet with representatives from Con Edison to address any questions or concerns. Appointments are encouraged; walk-ins are welcome.
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HPD is Coming to District 13!
The New York City Department of Housing Preservation & Development (HPD) will be in our community to assist residents with housing-related issues. HPD helps with the following topics, including but not limited to:
Prepare to apply for affordable housing
Understand your rights and responsibilities
File a housing complaint
Finance improvements and repairs
Register your building
Remedy a violation
Where to find us:
Saturday, August 19
10 AM to 5 PM - White Plains Road and Pelham Parkway South
11 AM to 3 PM - 3040 East Tremont Avenue, Bronx, NY 10461
Tuesday, September 5
10 AM to 5 PM - White Plains Road and Pelham Parkway South
10 AM to 5 PM - 3040 East Tremont Avenue, Bronx, NY 10461
Construction Advisory
Shore Road
The New York State Department of Transportation has announced a 24-hour lane closure, impacting the center westbound lane between Shore Road and Hutchinson River Parkway. This closure is necessary for reconstruction work and will take place until Friday, August 25.
August 7 - 11
One lane will be closed eastbound between Hutchinson River Parkway and Shore Road from 10 Am to 3 PM for storm drainage installation
One lane will be closed westbound between Shore Road and Hutchinson River Parkway from 10 Am to 3 PM. This closure is necessary to install traffic signals
August 7 - 13
There will be a 24-hour, partial ramp closure, westbound ramp to southbound Bruckner Expressway (I-95). This closure is necessary for reconstruction work.
Whitestone Bridge
Please be advised there will be overnight construction at the Bronx-Whitestone Bridge requiring Queens-bound lane closures this weekend. There will be a single-southbound lane closure from Friday, August 4th at 11 PM through Sunday, August 6th, at 9 AM. In addition, a second lane will be closed from Friday, August 4th at 11 PM through Saturday, August 5th at 6 AM, and Saturday, August 5th from 11 PM through Sunday, August 6th at 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, though Thursday, August 31, from 7 AM to 4 PM. This restriction is necessary to facilitate ‘end of construction’ work and is a moving operation.
Lane Closures
The NYC Department of Design and Construction has announced a ‘Lane Closure’ advisory on Pelham Parkway Westbound Main Road and Eastbound Main Road between Boston Road and Stillwell Avenue through Thursday, August 31, from 7 AM to 4 PM. This restriction is necessary to facilitate roadway reconstruction and is a moving operation.
Virtual Rat Academy Webinar
LEGISLATIVE CORNER
August 3 Stated Meeting
Int 31-C - 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.
Co-Sponsor
Res 237 - A - Resolution calling on the New York State Legislature to pass, and the governor to sign, the Fair College Admissions Act (A.1423-A/S.1470-A), which would prohibit legacy admissions preferences at undergraduate institutions in New York State
Int 5-A - A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to records of lead-based paint investigations
Int 6-A - A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the remediation of lead-based paint in dwelling units in multiple dwellings
Int 384-A - A Local Law to amend the New York city charter, in relation to the creation of an office of the homeowner advocate within the department of housing preservation and development
Int 689-A - A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to elimination of permit and or filing fees for green building projects undertaken on one to three family homes
Int 750-A - A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the proactive identification and inspection of multiple swellings where children are at risk of lead poisoning
#SkipTheStuff - Official Notice
On July 31, 2023, New York City Local Law 17-2023 went into effect.
Food service establishments providing take-out or delivery will only provide utensils, condiment packets, napkins, or extra plates for take-out or delivery, when requested by the customer
Online ordering and delivery apps default will be not providing utensils, condiments, napkins, and plates.
Delivery and courier services may not provide these items unless such items are requested by the customer
*These restrictions do not apply to self-serve stations inside a food service establishment*
NYC Restaurant Week
NYC Restaurant Week reservations are now open! Starting Monday, July 24 through Sunday, August 20, enjoy feasting at select restaurants across the five boroughs with special prix-fixe menus. Grab your friends and family, and enjoy an incredible meal from one of many local eateries. To find participating restaurants, explore menus, and book your table, click the link below.
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