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

 

Dear Neighbor,

During my recent interview with News 12, I expressed our borough’s frustration over the proposed plans to open a new migrant facility for single adult men in the South Bronx. This decision, made without meaningful community engagement, adds to the inequitable burden our borough continues to face. The Bronx has always been a welcoming place for all, but we cannot continue to accept policies that undermine our residents’ well-being without a comprehensive plan, genuine community engagement, and necessary resources for our South Bronx families. You can click HERE for our full interview opposing this plan.

In a letter sent to Mayor Adams, we are calling on NYC to allocate 1% of the FY 2026 budget to the NYC Parks Department and prioritize tree planting in underserved areas like the South Bronx. The Bronx deserves its fair share of NYC’s tree canopy—a lifeline against rising heat, pollution, and increased health risks. Trees cool our neighborhoods, improve air quality, and protect lives in communities most at risk. Thank you to: Friends of Pelham Bay Park, Waste Management, Bronx Council for Environmental Quality, South Bronx Unite, Natural Areas Conservancy, and Van Cortlandt Park Alliance for joining us in this fight and advocacy for our Bronx green spaces. This is an environmental justice issue that we must address for the health and well-being of all Bronx residents.

 

Lastly, we are excited to announce the launch of the 2025 Community Board application process, and I encourage all residents 16 and older to apply! This is a unique opportunity for you to become the voice of your community and engage in the civic process. Serving on a Community Board is an impactful way to help shape decisions that affect your neighborhood. Click HERE to apply now!

 

As always, if you need support from our office, you can call 718-590-3500 or email us at webmail@bronxbp.nyc.gov.

In partnership,

Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson

IN THE COMMUNITY

We had the pleasure of sitting down with Joe Torres from ABC7’s Tiempo to discuss exciting developments in the Bronx! From promoting the borough as a global destination for tourism to upcoming job fairs, affordable housing initiatives, pathways to homeownership, and gearing up to celebrate Dominican Heritage Month starting Jan. 26th —there’s so much happening in our vibrant community. Stay tuned for more!

Grateful to attend Governor Hochul’s State of the State address and hear her priorities for 2025. The Governor has been an advocate for our borough, partnering with us to advance maternal health care, invest in the Kingsbridge Armory, support for the Hunts Point Produce Market, expand after-school programming, enhance public safety resources, and secure funding to revitalize our commercial corridors. Together, we’re building a brighter future for the Bronx, and I look forward to continuing this important work.

This week, we came together for a meaningful Martin Luther King Jr. Interfaith Celebration, honoring Dr. King’s legacy of justice, unity, and service.

Accessibility for all!

The newly installed elevators at the Westchester Square–East Tremont Avenue 6 train station mark a significant step forward in making our transit system inclusive for every New Yorker.

In partnership with our Disability Advisory Council, making our public spaces accessible is a priority for our team.

Thank you to the MTA and transit advocates for their hard work and commitment to upgrading our city’s transit infrastructure.

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