SENATOR RIVERA IN THE COMMUNITY
SENATOR RIVERA VISITS SENIOR CENTERS THROUGHOUT THE 33RD!
Senator Rivera was thrilled to visit neighbors at Senior Centers throughout his district ahead of the annual Senior Health Fair. This week, Senator Rivera toured the Riverdale Y, where he gave birthday wishes to those who were born in the month of July. Thank you to Melissa Sigmond and Matt Abrams Gerber for inviting the Senator.
On Wednesday, Senator Rivera visited both the Mosholu Montefiore Community Center (MMCC) in Norwood and the Sister Annunciata Bethell Neighborhood Senior Center in Bedford Park, where the Senator enjoyed lunch with the seniors. Thank you to Rosa Saldnaa from MMCC and Patricia Burlace from Sister Annunciata Bethell for the warm welcomes!
On Thursday, Senator Rivera visited Riverdale Senior Services (RSS), where the Senator provided a summary of the 2024 legislative session. The Senator discussed his 2025 legislative priorities and discussed his opposition to the Governor's last minute decision to not implement congestion pricing. Thank you to Isael Tejeda for putting together a great meeting.
SENATOR RIVERA GUEST LECTURE AT MONROE COLLEGE
This week, Senator Rivera had the opportunity to speak to Monroe College's Introduction to Political Science' class about his political journey and his experience as the Senate Health Committee Chair. As a former professor, Senator Rivera jumps at the opportunity to teach our next generation and very thankful to Monroe College Professor Dr. Lovis Nelson-Williams for inviting him to speak to her class.
UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS & RESOURCES
Senator Rivera shares the community's concerns about public drug use and syringe litter near the Kingsbridge Underpass, Poe Park, and nearby hot spots. There are local harm reduction providers who clean up the needles safely and who connect with users to help them with recovery, medical care, and basic needs.
Our team created this schedule and contact informational sheet in collaboration with the harm reduction organizations serving the Northwest Bronx so that neighbors can contact them to assist with issues near Kingsbridge Road and the Grand Concourse. If you have any questions, please contact our office at 718-933-2034 or grivera@nysenate.gov.
Anyone 18 years old or younger can receive Free Summer Meals at select NYC Public Schools, parks, libraries, and more Meals are available until 8/30. You don't need to sign up. To learn the full list of locations, click here.
WED 7/24: BRONX FAMILY RESOURCE FAIR
8/3 DEADLINE: APPLY FOR THE PERMANENT OUTDOOR DINING PROGRAM
For every $2 spent at NYC farmers markets using Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits on an EBT card, shoppers can get $2 in Health Bucks up to $10 per day. Health Bucks are coupons redeemable for fruits and vegetables at all 130+ NYC farmers markets. For farmers market locations and hours of operation, see the 2024 Farmers Market Map.
Summer EBT helps low-income families cover the cost of groceries when school is out of session. Most households do not need to apply for Summer EBT food benefits. For more info, including eligibility requirements, click here.
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