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(Friday) Extra, Extra Click here for this week's video: City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams Delivers her State of the City Address Great Performances Celebrates 40 + 4 Years in the Hospitality Industry Bronx Chamber Annual Celebration of Irish Heritage Networking Event Governor Hochul Implements Cannabis Avenue NYC Merchant Meeting with Department of Sanitation and the 40th Precinct in Mott Haven Implementation of Commercial Waste Containerization Commercial Waste Zoning Upcoming Events 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

CITY COUNCIL SPEAKER ADRIENNE ADAMS DELIVERS THE STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS

City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams laid out her annual vision for the city Wednesday, focusing on the affordability of living in the city ahead of another budget battle with the mayor. She outlined the need and her vision to ensure that New York City remains affordable for working—and middle-class families and city government is strengthened to deliver services that meet the needs of all New Yorkers. She unveiled proposals to increase housing production, expand homeownership, and deepen affordable housing to levels that match the affordability needs of New Yorkers.   For more information, Click Here

GREAT PERFORMANCES CELEBRATES 40+4 YEARS IN THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY

Congratulations to our executive board member Liz Neumark and her team at Great Performances on their 40+4 years in the hospitality industry. Great Performances has been a cultural and culinary vanguard worldwide since 1980. With a legacy spanning over 40 years, GP remains dedicated to delivering unmatched excellence, passion, and precision, consistently redefining industry standards. For more information on Great Performance, Click Here

A CELEBRATION OF IRISH HERITAGE

On Thursday night, the Bronx Chamber of Commerce team and board members hosted their annual Irish Heritage Networking Event at Rambling House in the Woodlawn Section of the Bronx. The evening consisted of networking, drink specials, Irish fare, and acknowledging the contributions of our honoree, Jack O'Shea, president of Start Elevator. Thank you, The Rambling House for hosting our event. To learn more about our events or if you would like to attend, visit our website at bronxchamber.org/events

BUILDING COMMUNITY RELATIONSHIPS IN MOTT HAVEN

The 138th Street Merchants Collective group met with representatives from DSNY and the 40th Precinct to discuss public safety and sanitation needs along 138th Street in the Mott Haven area of the South Bronx. Led by Avenue NYC program manager Tony Billups, the Avenue NYC program focuses on building sustainable systems to keep building the area's momentum. For more information on about the Avenue NYC program, email AvenueNYC@bronxchamber.org

CITY OF YES MOVES TO THE CITY COUNCIL

The City Planning Commission voted to advance a zoning text amendment known as the “City of Yes for Economic Opportunity.” The proposed changes include 18 changes to current rules, designed to make it easier for small businesses to operate. The proposals include allowing “clean manufacturing” businesses to operate in commercial districts, expanding the number of businesses allowed to operate on higher floors of buildings, permitting indoor agriculture in commercial areas, allowing corner businesses to operate in residential zones, and permitting life sciences labs to expand near hospitals. Several industrial and manufacturing organizations noted that the plan is counter to the City's goals of building a robust manufacturing sector and may infringe on New York's industrial business zones. 32 of the City’s 59 Community Boards voted against the plan, prompting changes incorporated into the final proposed rules. The Council will now hold a hearing and vote on the proposed changes in the coming months. For more information, Click Here

REMINDER: 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. University of Mount Saint Vincent Career Fair The Oxley Integrated Advising Program at the University of Mount Saint Vincent is thrilled to announce Engage With Your Future, a series of engagement events designed for sophomores but open to all students on Wednesday, April 17th, 2024. These events promote career, academic, and social opportunities that inspire growth and encourage forward-thinking. We urge everyone to participate in any or all of the events developed to expand minds and help students explore the possibilities of their academic and career journey. University of Mount Saint Vincent warmly welcomes their partners to join them in this unique opportunity to connect with students eager to learn about life after college and how to best prepare for it. Please register for each event you plan to attend. All events will occur at the University of Mount Saint Vincent’s campus. To register for this event, Click Here 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 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!