Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson - Community Resources & Updates

Dear Neighbor,

On Thursday, December 5, 2024, the City Council voted to approve the Zoning for Housing Opportunity (ZHO) text amendment with modifications. This was a historic moment for New York City, and especially for The Bronx, where the housing crisis has had a tremendous impact on our borough.

These measures, coupled with $1 billion from Governor Hochul and the State of New York, represent one of the most significant investments in affordable housing in the city’s history. With these zoning reforms and unprecedented investments, we have the tools to produce over 80,000 new homes, preserve affordable housing, and invest in the infrastructure our communities need to thrive.

The City for All housing plan addresses the housing shortage with comprehensive strategies, including:

 

•   $2 billion for affordable housing development and preservation, including NYCHA, HDFCs, and Mitchell-Lama programs.
•  $2 billion for neighborhood infrastructure improvements like parks, flood mitigation, and transportation.
•   Adding 200 new staff positions to strengthen the capacity of housing agencies.
•   Investments in affordable homeownership programs, tenant protections, and agency capacity.

 

These efforts are about more than just building homes—they are about creating opportunities, stability, and equity for Bronx families. We remain committed to supporting affordable housing, not only through the development of multi-unit homes but also through clear pathways to homeownership that empower residents to establish roots in our borough and build generational wealth. This is about more than policy—this is about creating lasting, meaningful change for the residents of The Bronx.

Thank you to Mayor Eric Adams, Speaker Adrienne Adams, the New York City Council, our Bronx Delegation, the Department of City Planning Chair Dan Garodnick, and all who have helped turn this transformative vision into reality. As this plan moves forward, we will continue to fight for our residents to have access to affordable, quality housing and ensure that The Bronx remains a place where families can thrive and build a future.

If you have any questions or concerns about your building, please do not hesitate to contact 3-1-1 or 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

We joined the Emerald Isle Immigration Center for their festive holiday party! It was a wonderful evening celebrating community, culture, and the holiday spirit. Thank you to everyone who made the event so special and to the Emerald Isle Immigration Center for their ongoing dedication to supporting our immigrant communities.

Chess in the Schools: Inspiring young minds! Over the weekend, we hosted our annual competition with a total of 535 students who participated, showcasing the power of strategy, focus, and learning through the game of chess. Thank you to Chess in the Schools and P.S. 70X for your partnership in another successful tournament!

We partnered with NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln and the Bronx LGBTQIA+ Taskforce to host a World AIDS Day press conference. This event emphasized raising awareness, promoting education, and advocating for health equity, with a special focus on addressing the rise in HIV diagnoses among Black women and women of color. Panelists included experts from Ending the Epidemic, Gilead Sciences, and the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. Thank you to everyone who joined us in taking steps toward a healthier Bronx.

We kicked off the holiday season with our Annual Tree Lighting Winter Wonderland Extravaganza and Toy Giveaway, in partnership with Televisa Univision and TWU! A heartfelt thank you to our amazing partners for helping us bring holiday cheer and smiles to families across the Bronx. Here’s to a season of joy, giving, and togetherness!

UPCOMING EVENTS

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