Dear Neighbor,
Thank you for joining us for another week in review.
I want to thank every one of our residents who participated in our democracy by voting in Tuesday’s election. Your engagement at the polls is vital, and it reflects our collective commitment to shaping the future of our communities. Regardless of who serves as Commander-in-Chief, we will continue to work with our local, state, and federal partners to protect the rights of our families and ensure that our community’s needs are prioritized.
Our strength lies in our unity, and we must not allow divisiveness to distract us from the work at hand. I encourage all of you to take the next step in your involvement by joining your local community board, getting involved with your precinct council, or exploring other opportunities to contribute to our neighborhood.
In these times of uncertainty, it’s vital that we come together, regardless of political affiliation, to safeguard our residents’ rights and well-being.
Starting at the beginning of this week, New York City is officially under a drought watch. We are asking all of our water users to please conserve water and to follow these important tips.
- Report open fire hydrants and street leaks to 311. An open hydrant can release more than 1,000 gallons per minute, which wastes 1.4 million gallons of drinking water in a 24-hour cycle.
- Don't flush the toilet unnecessarily. According to the EPA, toilets are by far the main source of water use in a home, accounting for nearly 30 percent of an average home's indoor water consumption. Each flush can use 1.6 gallons, with older models using as much as 6 gallons.
- Take shorter showers, saving five to seven gallons a minute. When taking a bath, fill the tub only halfway and save 10 to 15 gallons.
- Don't run the tap while shaving, washing hands, or brushing teeth. Faucets use two to three gallons per minute.
- Fix leaks. A leaky faucet that drips at the rate of one drip per second can waste more than 3,000 gallons per year, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
- Run the dishwasher and washing machine only when full. Use short cycles if available. Turn off the water while washing dishes.
Lastly, join us on Thursday, November 14th from 10am - 2pm at Borough Hall for our free Shredding event in partnership with Assembly Member Landon Dais and DSNY, and then our Annual Celebration of Puerto Rican Heritage at the Bronx Music Hall - doors open at 5:30pm.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact our office at 718-590-3500 or email us at webmail@bronxbp.nyc.gov.
In partnership,
Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson
IN THE COMMUNITY
Last week, we toured the new Maryam Reproductive Health + Wellness Clinic and celebrated its ribbon cutting!
This facility will provide essential reproductive health and wellness services, ensuring accessible and compassionate care for our community. Thank you to everyone who made this milestone possible!
We proudly announced an $800K allocation for new 3D mammography units at the Montefiore Medical Center, along with a $600K contribution from Council Member Eric Dinowitz for a mammography van!
These efforts will bring critical breast cancer screenings closer to home and improve access for our community. Thank you to everyone who made this possible!
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