News from State Senator Gustavo Rivera

 

SENATOR RIVERA ATTENDS EMBLEM HEALTH NEIGHBORHOOD GRAND OPENING

This week, Senator Rivera attended the Grand Opening of the new EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care Center in Fordham. To address health inequities in the Bronx, we must expand access to high-quality health care services and comprehensive social support. This new center located at 254 E Fordham Road will be be a one-stop shop for the community to receive the services needed to live a healthy and fulfilling life.

SENATOR RIVERA ATTENDS THE LANDMARKING OF THE AQUEDUCT WALK

This week, Senator Rivera joined Community Board 5, their District Manager Ken Brown, and representatives from local community organizations at the celebration of the historic landmarking of the Aqueduct Walk, a portion of the Old Croton Aqueduct.

The Aqueduct Walk is a 4.9 mile community park between Aqueduct Avenue between West Kingsbridge Road and West Burnside Avenue, and stretches from the neighborhoods of University Heights to Kingsbridge. On April 26, 2024, this park became the first scenic city landmark in the history of the Bronx.

SENATOR RIVERA VISITS PUBLIC SCHOOL 81 IN RIVERDALE

Senator Rivera had the pleasure of visiting P.S 81 in the North Riverdale section of his district this week. Senator Rivera toured the school, met with students and school administrators, and discussed how his office can support the school community. If you want to invite Senator Rivera to visit your school, contact the District Office at 718-933-2034 or grivera@nysenate.gov.

APPLICATIONS FOR HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM NOW OPEN!

Did you know New York's Cooling Assistance benefit can help you with the purchase and installation of an air condition or a fan? The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) can help eligible New Yorkers heat and cool their homes. If you are eligible, you may receive one Cooling Assistance benefit per applicant household for the purchase and installation of an air conditioner or a fan to help your home stay cool.

Before the summer months kick into high gear, check to see if you're eligible. Applications are now open! If you are interested in learning more, click here.