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(Friday) Extra, Extra Click here for this week's video: Ladies First: Women's History Month Event Dining Out NYC Applications are now Open International Restaurant & Foodservice Show of New York 2024 Governor Hochul Implements Cannabis Enforcement Implementation of Commercial Waste Containerization Commercial Waste Zoning Upcoming Events Irish Heritage Month Celebration 3.14.2024 Women of Distinction - 3.22.2024 11:30am - 2:00pm Workforce Career Developing Skills for Success To Shape Future Careers - 4.9.2024 Event Highlight

LADIES FIRST: WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH EVENT IN MOTT HAVEN

The Bronx Chamber of Commerce held our Ladies First: Women's History Month Networking Event sponsored by Assemblymember Amanda Septimo last night at Sankofa Haus Event Space in Mott Haven. During this event, attendees were able to network with other like-minded business owners and gain industry knowledge from a range of industry experts. All while enjoying the amazing sounds from Third Ave Jazz. For more information on our upcoming events, visit our website at www.bronxchamber.org

INTERNATIONAL RESTAURANT & FOODSERVICE SHOW OF NEW YORK

The Bronx Chamber of Commerce team and Chamber members attended the 2024 International Restaurant & Foodservice Show for this three-day educational event that highlights the latest food trends, technology, and everything in between for the food service industry. The International Restaurant & Foodservice Show of New York is a once-a-year event that focuses on serving the food service industry in the Northeast. During this event, attendees had the opportunity to see the best in the restaurant and food service industry. From the newest food trends to the best in technology to fit your restaurant and everything in between.

GOVERNOR HOCHUL ANNOUNCES STEPS TO SHUT DOWN ILLEGAL CANNABIS STOREFRONTS

Governor Kathy Hochul was joined by representatives of New York’s legal cannabis retailers, including Conditional Adult-Use Retail Dispensary (CAURD) licensees, to announce the State’s steps forward in shutting down the illegal cannabis market.   Unlicensed cannabis businesses have continued to open and operate throughout the state, often selling untested products and creating nuisances in communities. Further, these storefronts have stymied the growth of New York’s legal industry and the retailers operating therein.   For more information, Click Here

COMMERCIAL CONTAINERIZATION RULES AND REGULATIONS

On March 1, 2024, ALL businesses in NYC must use bins with secure lids when setting out trash for collection.   This applies to all businesses that set out waste on the curb. This does not apply to businesses that have waste collected from a loading dock. As part of our commitment to keeping our streets clean, we implemented new rules to reduce the number of black bags that line city streets.   DSNY began the process in April 2023, when they changed the waste setout times for residents and businesses — reducing the time trash, recycling, and curbside composting will sit on sidewalks.   For more information on containerization, Click Here

COMMERCIAL WASTE ZONES

Following significant planning, analysis, and contract development, the New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY) today announced the next steps in the monumental overhaul of the City’s commercial waste industry mandated under Local Law 199 of 2019. While the Department of Sanitation collects trash, recycling, and compostable material from residents, businesses are required to hire private carters to collect their waste. Currently, any neighborhood may be serviced by dozens of these carters in an inefficient, hazardous, and unsustainable system. DSNY is today announcing that it has established new no-cost contracts with carters directly to reach the goals set out in the law. These selected carters are then authorized to operate in a given “Commercial Waste Zone” within the five boroughs and under the rules and requirements set forth by DSNY. For more information on this zoning, Click Here

DINING OUT APPLICATIONS PORTAL IS NOW AVAILABLE

A new era for the city's permanent outdoor dining program began this week as applications went live for restaurant owners in NYC on Wednesday. City officials released the new guidelines, "Dining Out NYC," early last month. As previously noted, the significant change is that enclosed, year-round roadway dining structures will no longer be permitted. The revised regulations stipulate that roadway cafes must now be open-air, easily portable, and simple to assemble and dismantle. Additionally, these establishments are restricted to operating only from April through November.  According to city officials, if restaurants plan to offer diners open-air options, owners will have to remove their old outdoor dining setups and replace them by the summer.  "We're getting outdoor dining right, getting sheds down, getting trash off our streets, and fundamentally changing what it feels like to be outside in New York City," Mayor Adams said in a statement Wednesday during the announcement of the new dining portal. For information on Dining Out NYC, Click Here

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

NYC Funds Finder NYC's Department of Small Business Services (SBS) and Next Street announced the launch of a new platform connecting small businesses with trusted resources they need to open, grow, and maintain their business. The user-friendly platform – NYC Funds Finder is where small businesses can review funding options, including loans and grants, and request free 1-on-1 financing assistance from the SBS team.  NYC Funds Finder is a partnership between SBS and Next Street and the Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth. Next Street Scale, the platform that powers NYC Funds Finder, was created to address the hurdles that small businesses, especially those run by women and minorities, face in accessing the resources required to grow their business and build wealth.

M/WBE Certification Unlocking Opportunities The Bronx Chamber of Commerce is proud to partner with NYC SBS to help guide you through the application process of getting certified as a Minority/Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (M/WBE). This certification program, offered by NYC Small Business Services, is a critical initiative aimed at promoting diversity and inclusion in government contracting and procurement processes. The program seeks to create opportunities for businesses owned and operated by minority individuals and women, ensuring they have fair access to government contracts and economic opportunities, opens your business up to increased opportunities from New York City agencies, free advertising in the NYC Online Directory of Certified Businesses, mentorship programs and workshops, networking events, and more. The City has committed to awarding $16 billion in contracts to M/WBE certified organizations over the next decade--don’t miss out! Are you eligible? (Qualification checklist below)   Business is legally authorized to transact business in New York City   Business has been in operation for at least one year   Business is more than 51% minority and/or woman owned JOB OPPORTUNITIES IN THE BRONX Seeking a candidate to work alongside Owner and Broker of Commercial Real Estate Company to provide general administrative assistance. We are searching for an individual with an outgoing personality who is comfortable interacting with Landlords/Owners and potential clients. We are asking candidate to work out of the office 2 days per week (preferably Tuesdays and Thursdays) between the hours of 10:00 am and 2:00 pm. For more information or to apply, Click Here Founded in 2015, DailyPay, Inc. is transforming the way people get paid. As the industry’s leading on-demand pay solution, DailyPay uses an award-winning technology platform to help America’s top employers build stronger relationships with their employees. This voluntary employee benefit enables workers everywhere to feel more motivated to work harder and stay longer on the job while supporting their financial well-being outside of the workplace. DailyPay was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in New York City, with operations in Minneapolis and Belfast. For more information about Dailypay, click the following link, www.dailypay.com UPCOMING EVENTS A Celebration of Irish Heritage Thursday, March 14th, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Rambling House 4292 Katonah Avenue Bronx NY Join the Bronx Chamber of Commerce for an evening of networking and celebrating the Bronx's Irish heritage. The evening features live music, networking, drink specials, Irish fare, and acknowledges the contributions of notable Irish Americans and their influence on Bronx business and economic development. Reserve Your Spot The Women of Distinction Luncheon 2024 March 22 11:30 am to 2:00 pm Villa Barone Manor 737 Throggs Neck Expwy Bronx NY For 19 years, the Women of Distinction Luncheon has recognized outstanding women leaders for their contributions to the Bronx community. Each year, with the support of local Bronx businesses and Bronx Chamber members, we are able to provide scholarships to deserving college-bound female students through the Bronx Chamber of Commerce Foundation.   Join us this year as we honor a new class of scholars and celebrate the strong women leaders of our community! Reserve Your Spot Workforce Career Developing Skills for Success To Shape Future Careers April 9th from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm The Banknote Building 1231 Lafayette Avenue Bronx NY Level up your career and join the Bronx Chamber of Commerce & Assemblymember Amanda Septimo for a night of shill building for success. Learn practical interview tactics, resume-building tips, financial planning and support . 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!