1 BRONX FESTIVAL PRIDE SUNDAY JUNE 23, 2019

ABOUT 

I N C L U S I V I T Y . C O M M U N I T Y . A W A R E N E S S . E M P O W E R M E N T 

The 1 Bronx Pride Festival promotes inclusion, community, and dialogue and works toward a future without discrimination where all people have equal rights under the law. We do this by producing Pride events that inspire, educate, and celebrate our diverse Bronx community.

The 1 BRONX PRIDE FESTIVAL is produced by the Third Avenue Business Improvement District in partnership with Destination Tomorrow, Boogie Down Pride, OUT Bronx, the LGBTQ Caucus of the Bronx Borough President, Dancing in the Streets, Bronx Academy of Arts and Dance, and Clearview Festivals. The Third Avenue Business Improvement District (aka Third Avenue BID), established in 1988, promotes the growth, vitality and visibility of the Bronx’s most trafficked commercial corridor. The organization is the Bronx’s oldest BID and serves over 200,000 individuals daily. Organizational programs include economic development, real estate advisory and retail services, sanitation and security departments that augment the city’s own services, small business development services, streetscape and open space improvements, horticulture installations, robust public programming, event planning, and visitor services. The catchment area includes over 200 businesses, expected to grow to 900 businesses by 2019, Roberto Clemente Plaza, Triangle Equity Plaza, the HUB Transportation Center, Lincoln Hospital, Metropolitan College of New York, and several arts and cultural institutions. The Third Avenue Business Improvement District also administers merchant organizations in Port Morris along Bruckner Boulevard to 138th Street. MISSION Our mission is to keep one of New York City’s most trafficked commercial districts clean, safe, attractive and well programmed for businesses, employees, community residents, and visitors while leading a mission-driven campaign to demand equity for the South Bronx.

The 1 Bronx Pride Festival culminates on June 23, 2019 at 149th Street and Third Avenue in the Bronx with a multi-block street festival that celebrates the diversity of the borough. The festival feeds on the energy of workshops, trainings, gallery openings, street performance, and film screenings which lead to performances on two stages and at Roberto Clemente Plaza.

EVENTS 

The 1 Bronx Pride Festival is more then just a one-day event. The festival's purpose is to celebrate and empower area residents and neighbors through a series of community-based productions which then culminate in a spectacular multi-block street festival on Sunday, June 23, 2019. The festival and events leading up to it promote inclusivity, community, awareness, and empowerment.

JUNE 

3rd   Pride Flag Raising + 

Pride Lighting of Bronx Buildings 851 Grand Concourse Bronx, New York

4th   LGBT Film Screening 

2825 Third Avenue, 3rd Floor Bronx, New York 10455

5th   Bronx Borough President and Allies LGBT Pride Celebration, 

6:00pm Billy's Sports Bar River Avenue at 161st Street

13th   Para Roberto: Cultura, 6:00pm 

Salsa Night on Roberto Clemente Plaza 

21st   Strike a Pose - Cocktails and Culture Bronx Museum of the Arts 

1040 Grand Concourse Bronx, NY 10456

22nd   My Big GAY Bronx Brunch Suyo 

1401 Plaza Drive Bronx, New York 10452

23rd 1 Bronx Pride Rally, March and Festival 

Rally: Bronx Borough Hall

March: 161st Street to Third Avenue Festival: 

149th Street and Third Avenue

1 Bronx Pride Festival

    149th + third Avenue
SUNDAY JUNE 23,2119

A production of the Third Avenue Business Improvement District.

Third Avenue Expands Hate Has No Business Here Campaign The Third Avenue Business Improvement District in partnership with 21 business improvement districts throughout New York City and the New York City Commission on Human Rights is humbled to expand the Hate Has No Business Here Campaign. The campaign has a simple message: to inspire a conversation to combat narratives that purport racism, xenophobia, homophobia, and misogyny, especially as they impact our City’s small business community. The campaign includes small business trainings center on cultural competency and inclusivity. #NOHATEHERE

Bronx District Attorney Darcel Clark - Cases of Interest for the Week of May 20, 2019

Tuesday, May 21, 2019
Reynolds, O.  TRP  McCarty  Sentencing	Erin Hall	Defendant was found guilty of second-degree Murder and second-degree Criminal Possession of Weapon. The defendant shot and killed a man in 2015.
McHale, S. --  FA  Appearance	Roberto Marcucci	Charged with first-degree Sexual Abuse and additional charges. The defendant allegedly sexually abused a woman who was in a coma.
Schordine, M.  Michael  77  Appearance	Taha Mahran	Charged with second-degree Murder and additional charges in the death of Zakir Khan. The defendant allegedly stabbed the victim in his torso and neck.
Wednesday, May 22, 2019
Newell, S.  --  SCA  Appearance	Alberto Hernandez	Charged with first-degree Course of Sexual Conduct Against a Child and Endangering the Welfare of a Child. The defendant allegedly sexually abused a child between June 2011 and June 2016.
Horton, M.  Carter  T19  Sentencing	Davon Stallings	Convicted of Attempted Murder in the second degree, first-degree Assault and second-degree Criminal Possession of a Weapon on April 10, 2019. The defendant shot a man one time in the chest from inches away.
Williams, C. Michael 70 Possible Disposition	Malik Quick	Charged with Assault and additional charges. The defendant, in concert with others, allegedly assaulted and slashed a New York City Department of Correction officer on Rikers Island.
McMahon, H.  Greenberg  IDV  Appearance	Oscar Alvarez	Charged with Attempted Murder in the second degree, first and second-degree Abortion, first and second-degree Assault, and Unlawful Imprisonment. The defendant allegedly stabbed his pregnant fiancée which resulted in the death of their unborn child.
Thursday, May 23, 2019
Villaverde, M.  McCarty  TRP  Sentencing	Joshua Cruz	Charged with first-degree Gang Assault and additional charges. The defendant, with others, beat a street vendor on May 2, 2017. The beating left the victim in a coma.
Smith, J.  McCarty  TRP  Appearance	Dennis Castellar	Charged with Attempted Murder first degree for allegedly dragging an NYPD officer for several blocks at high speed with his ATV.
Friday, May 24, 2019
Villaverde, M.  McCarty  TRP  Sentencing	Octavious Profit	Charged with first-degree Gang Assault and additional charges. The defendant, with others, beat a street vendor on May 2, 2017. The beating left the victim in a coma.

Please note: All court proceedings are scheduled for after 9:30 a.m. at 265 East 161st Street, the Hall of Justice, Bronx Supreme Court unless otherwise specified.

1 BRONX FESTIVAL PRIDE SUNDAY JUNE 23, 2019

ABOUT 

I N C L U S I V I T Y . C O M M U N I T Y . A W A R E N E S S . E M P O W E R M E N T 

The 1 Bronx Pride Festival promotes inclusion, community, and dialogue and works toward a future without discrimination where all people have equal rights under the law. We do this by producing Pride events that inspire, educate, and celebrate our diverse Bronx community.

The 1 BRONX PRIDE FESTIVAL is produced by the Third Avenue Business Improvement District in partnership with Destination Tomorrow, Boogie Down Pride, OUT Bronx, the LGBTQ Caucus of the Bronx Borough President, Dancing in the Streets, Bronx Academy of Arts and Dance, and Clearview Festivals. The Third Avenue Business Improvement District (aka Third Avenue BID), established in 1988, promotes the growth, vitality and visibility of the Bronx’s most trafficked commercial corridor. The organization is the Bronx’s oldest BID and serves over 200,000 individuals daily. Organizational programs include economic development, real estate advisory and retail services, sanitation and security departments that augment the city’s own services, small business development services, streetscape and open space improvements, horticulture installations, robust public programming, event planning, and visitor services. The catchment area includes over 200 businesses, expected to grow to 900 businesses by 2019, Roberto Clemente Plaza, Triangle Equity Plaza, the HUB Transportation Center, Lincoln Hospital, Metropolitan College of New York, and several arts and cultural institutions. The Third Avenue Business Improvement District also administers merchant organizations in Port Morris along Bruckner Boulevard to 138th Street. MISSION Our mission is to keep one of New York City’s most trafficked commercial districts clean, safe, attractive and well programmed for businesses, employees, community residents, and visitors while leading a mission-driven campaign to demand equity for the South Bronx.

The 1 Bronx Pride Festival culminates on June 23, 2019 at 149th Street and Third Avenue in the Bronx with a multi-block street festival that celebrates the diversity of the borough. The festival feeds on the energy of workshops, trainings, gallery openings, street performance, and film screenings which lead to performances on two stages and at Roberto Clemente Plaza.

EVENTS 

The 1 Bronx Pride Festival is more then just a one-day event. The festival's purpose is to celebrate and empower area residents and neighbors through a series of community-based productions which then culminate in a spectacular multi-block street festival on Sunday, June 23, 2019. The festival and events leading up to it promote inclusivity, community, awareness, and empowerment.

JUNE 

1st   Hate Has No Business Here Summer launch of a campaign to promote inclusivity and cultural competency training to South Bronx Small businesses.

3rd   Pride Flag Raising + 

Pride Lighting of Bronx Buildings 851 Grand Concourse Bronx, New York

4th   LGBT Film Screening 

2825 Third Avenue, 3rd Floor Bronx, New York 10455

5th   Bronx Borough President and Allies LGBT Pride Celebration, 

6:00pm Billy's Sports Bar River Avenue at 161st Street

13th   Para Roberto: Cultura, 6:00pm 

Salsa Night on Roberto Clemente Plaza 

21st   Strike a Pose - Cocktails and Culture Bronx Museum of the Arts 

1040 Grand Concourse Bronx, NY 10456

22nd   My Big GAY Bronx Brunch Suyo 

1401 Plaza Drive Bronx, New York 10452

23rd 1 Bronx Pride Rally, March and Festival 

Rally: Bronx Borough Hall

March: 161st Street to Third Avenue Festival: 

149th Street and Third Avenue

1 Bronx Pride Festival

    149th + third Avenue
SUNDAY JUNE 23,2119

A production of the Third Avenue Business Improvement District.

Third Avenue Expands Hate Has No Business Here Campaign The Third Avenue Business Improvement District in partnership with 21 business improvement districts throughout New York City and the New York City Commission on Human Rights is humbled to expand the Hate Has No Business Here Campaign. The campaign has a simple message: to inspire a conversation to combat narratives that purport racism, xenophobia, homophobia, and misogyny, especially as they impact our City’s small business community. The campaign includes small business trainings center on cultural competency and inclusivity. #NOHATEHERE

OFFICE OF THE BRONX DISTRICT ATTORNEY TO HOST 3rd ANNUAL CHILD SAFETY FAIR ON APRIL 27, 2019

April Is Child Abuse Prevention Month Bronx Children and Parents Can Learn About Safety Issues Among Fun Activities

  Bronx District Attorney Darcel D. Clark today announced that her office, along with the New York City Police Department, Safe Horizon, the NYC Administration for Children’s Services and the New York City Fire Department, will host the third annual Bronx Child Safety Fair. The event will allow families to hear from experts on safety concerns, obtain a free New York State Safe Child Identification Card, and enjoy a day filled with games, music and other fun activities. 

 The Child Safety Fair, which marks Child Abuse Prevention Month, will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2019 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at St. Margaret Mary School, located at 1914 Morris Avenue, between East 177th Street and East Tremont Avenue. Children ages 3 to 13 and their families are encouraged to take part in the event. 

 District Attorney Clark said “Keeping Bronx children safe is a top priority, and learning how to prevent harm towards our kids is extremely important. We had great turnouts for our first two fairs, and I hope you will join us this year for this educational, fun event.”

 The fair will cover a wide range of safety topics, including bicycle safety, bullying prevention, tips on staying safe while surfing the Internet, safe sleeping for infants, and safe/unsafe touching. Assistant District Attorneys will be on hand to answer questions.

 Besides educational opportunities, there will also be a live DJ, face painting, a bouncy castle and a raffle. Free food will also be offered. The NYPD will distribute free SAFE Child Identification cards, which includes the child’s name, biographical information and a fingerprint image of both index fingers. The ID cards are used by the New York State AMBER Alert and Missing Child Alert programs. Additionally, the NYPD will be taking sign-ups for their summer youth programs.

Next Croton FMC Meeting - Thursday May 2, 2019

The next Croton FMC meeting will be held on May 2, 2019 at 6:30pm. Please note the location is: Mosholu Montefiore Community Center at 3450 DeKalb Avenue, basement.

Agenda will follow.

If you have any questions, please call.

Effie Ardizzone | Bronx Borough Coordinator | NYC Environmental Protection

Bureau of Public Affairs & Communications

(O) 718-595-3493 | (M) 646-438-0773

Van Naes Neighborhood Alliance Meeting April 1, 2019

   The April Monthly Meeting of the Van Nest Neighborhood Alliance was held Monday night with Guest Speaker Deputy Chief Inspector Chuck Holzinger talking about fire safety in your home. Pictured above (L - R) are VNNA Treasurer John Messenger, VNNA President Bernadette Ferrara, Deputy Chief Inspector Chuck Holzinger, VNNA Senior Advisor Bob Nolan, VNNA Secretary Marion Manfredi, and VNNA Vice-President Sharlene Jackson-Mendez.

  Deputy Chief Inspector Holzinger spoke about changing the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms every year, and that new alarms are hitting the market where when the alarm goes off a person will not be able to just take out the battery to turn off the alarm, but the alarm will be sealed and have a battery life of ten years.

  He spoke about buying new hair dryers and irons every few years, because the filament wears out and can become a fire hazard. Electric extension should not be overloaded especially in the hot weather months when the electricity level drops as demand increases. A surge in power when the demand drops can be a cause of fire if these extension cords are not able to handle the surge of electricity. He warned about cheap wire strip plug in electric extenders, and said make sure that what you buy has the UL tag for safety. 

  Representatives of local elected officials gave community reports, and the NCO officers went over a few calls in the area that were handled by the 49th Precinct including a mentally disturbed person police had to take care of. 

  The next VNNA meeting will be on Monday May 6th with Postal branch managers from 10460, 61, and 62 in attendance to answer questions about local mail service. Friday May 10th is the Annual VNNA Dinner for more information call Bernadette Farrara at 917-498-5786 or Marie Santillana at 646-305-4913 for more information. 

  Monday May 27th the Annual Memorial Day Parade and services begin at noon in front of the Van Nest Memorial at White Plains Road and Van Nest Avenue. 

WILLIAMS TO EXPLORE 2021 MAYORAL RUN - April 1, 2019

  Public Advocate Jumaane D. Williams today announced he would explore a run for Mayor in the 2021. Williams assumed office as the Public Advocate for New York City two weeks ago after winning a February 26th special election for the seat. He joins a crowded field of current and former elected officials vying to succeed Mayor Bill de Blasio, who is term limited.

Williams, who ran for Speaker in 2017, Lieutenant Governor in 2018, and Public Advocate in 2019, looks to pursue a robust campaign schedule through 2020 and 2021.

"When I stepped into my new office in the David N. Dinkins Municipal Building, I looked down at City Hall and thought 'I wonder what the view's like from there?'" said Williams in announcing his decision. "I like running, and I've gotten pretty good at it. I'll have my hands full running in this year's Public Advocate primary in June and general election in November, but after that I'm ready to dive in."

Council Member Brad Lander announced his support for Williams' candidacy, saying "He's running for what? Mayor? Sure, count me in."

The role of Public Advocate is seen as a natural stepping stone to becoming Mayor despite that occurring exactly once in history. Williams has sought to change that flawed perception, and believes he can do so by 2021.

Williams is not expected to immediately begin campaign events, first taking a trip to Iowa to discuss the prevalence of corn products in vegan cafes.

Should the Public Advocate ever leave his post to run for Mayor, a special election would be called to fill the position of Public Advocate, the winner of which would then need to run in a primary and general election the following year. If the winner of that race is a current elected official, there would be a special election to replace them, and that victor would then join the Public Advocate on the primary and general ballot, thus ensuring New York City has plenty of opportunity to realize the need for electoral reform.

"I want to be the voice of the people, and despite my constant assertions that I will not be running for Mayor in 2021, the voices of the people continue to ask the question. So I've changed my answer," said Williams. 

He added, "I look forward to continuing to serve as your Public Advocate through 2021 and wish everyone a happy April Fool's Day."

The Next Public Meeting of the NYC Charter Commission 2019: March 21, 2019, 6:00 PM, Manhattan - City Hall

  New York City Charter Revision Commission 2019

Notice of Public Meeting
Thursday, March 21, 2019 at 6:00 p.m.
City Hall Council Chambers
City Hall, New York, New York 10007

The New York City Charter Revision Commission 2019 will hold an issues forum open to the public, at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 21, 2019. The meeting will be held at City Hall in Council Chambers, City Hall, New York, New York 10007. This forum will include experts discussing land use issues including comprehensive planning, the Uniform Land Use Review Procedures and franchises and concessions, and such other matters as may be necessary in the Commission's review of recommendations and proposals for potential revisions to the New York City Charter.

This meeting is open to the public. Because this is a public meeting and not a public hearing, the public will have the opportunity to observe the Commission’s discussions, but not testify before it. There will be opportunities for testimony by members of the public at future public hearings of the Commission.

If you are not able to attend, but wish to watch the meeting, all public hearings and meetings will be livestreamed at the Commission’s website found here: www.charter2019.nyc.

What if I need assistance to observe the meeting?

This location is accessible to individuals using wheelchairs or other mobility devices. With advance notice, American Sign Language interpreters will be available and members of the public may request induction loop devices and language translation services. Please make induction loop, language translation or additional accessibility requests by emailing the Commission at info@charter2019.nyc or calling 212-482-5155. All requests will be accommodated to the extent possible.

Find out more about the NYC Charter Revision Commission 2019 by visiting us at our website: www.charter2019.nyc.

JCCPP Annual Breakfast Sunday March 31,2019

JCCPP Annual Breakfast Honoring :

NYS Senator  Alessandra Biaggi

Assemblywoman Nathalia Fernandez

NYC Councilman Mark Gjonaj

Laura Guerriero, Publisher Bronx Times Reporter

Rabbi Yitzchak Gross

Please CALL 718-792-4744 for Ticket info and RSVP

To be held at Bx House 990 Pelham Parkway South, Bx NY 10461, Sunday March 31,2019 a  9:30 am

Pelham Parkway Neighborhood Association Community Meeting Tuesday March 12,2019

The next meeting  of the Pelham Parkway Neighborhood Association will be on Tuesday  March 12, 2019  at Bronx House, 990 Pelham Parkway South beginning at 7:15 pm.

Our special featured speaker will be the The Honorable Robert E.Torres, Administrative Judge, Criminal Term, New York State Supreme Court, Bronx County. Please bring  your issues, questions, and concerns to our meeting. 

The PPNA works around the clock and year round to improve the quality of life in Pelham Parkway. 

We can always be reached  by email at pelhamparkwayNA@gmail.com. Please look for and like  us on Facebook for neighborhood updates. Please join us for this very interesting guest. Get involved in your community. It's time.

Claudette Colvin Day March 2, 2019

  

Sheikh Musa Drammeh Host of the Claudette Colvin Day event held at St. Helena's Church 1315 Olmstead Avenue in the Parkchester section of the Bronx, Saturday March 2, 2019 opened with the following.

Dear New Yorkers,

It is snowing in New York today. But if she could stood her ground in exercising her “Constitutional Rights” at the tender age of 15 on Wednesday, March 2, 1955 in Montgomery, Alabama for us to sit-down, we shall defiantly celebrate her world-changing day under any weather conditions. Claudette Colvin Day.

Ms. Claudette Colvin was to have a street renamed for her, but complications at City Hall will make that happen in the spring or summer when the weather will be much warmer and nicer, with the hope that Ms. Colvin will be able to see the street co-naming. The other problem was that Claudette Colvin is not well as she approaches her 80th birthday. Organizers of Claudette Colvin Day, and having a street co-named in her honor would like to have Ms. Colvin present to see the street being renamed for her. 

Father David of St. Helena Church gave the opening prayer. Assemblyman Jose Rivera then went on to say that it was people like Claudette Colvin who are the unsung heroes of the Civil Rights Movement, and it is people like Ms. Colvin who children do not know was the first person, not Rosa Parks to refuse to give up her seat on a bus in an unrespectful time in the south to people of color. 

Recently elected Parkchester Assemblywoman Karines Reyes said that she is a nurse who is a rabble rouser, and that Jose Rivera is a trouble maker. 

Councilman Andy King sent his Bronx District office manager (and Yo-Yo Wizard) Brian Melford with a certificate of recognition of Ms. Claudette Colvin. 

Parkchester District Leader John Perez who was at last years Claudette Colvin Day where Ms. Colvin received a flag that flew over the capital from the previous congressman, brought his daughter Emma with him. District Leader Perez said that he is teaching his young daughter about icons like Claudette Colvin, because it is very important that children know who really made the history, and that those people don't always get the credit they deserve. 

This event was presented by Project Peace Lights. 

Above - Assemblyman Jose Rivera speaks about the history of Claudette Colvin, and Assemblywoman Karines Reyes added to what Assemblyman Rivera said.

Below - Councilman Andy King's Bronx District office manager talks about the Certificate of Recognition he brought from Councilman Andy King for Ms. Colvin.

Above - Parkchester District Leader John Perez brought his daughter Emma up on stage with him. He said that it is important for young children to know the real events that happened like Ms. Colvin being the first Black woman not willing to give up her seat in the 1950's, and not just what is written in history books that Rosa Parks was the first Black woman not willing to give up her seat. 

Below - A survivor from the Rwanda Genocide of young girls spoke of the importance of speaking up and not allowing one to give in to the pressures young girls face today. 

It's Down to 17 Candidates for the Special Election for Public Advocate February 26, 2019

It's Down to 17 Candidates for the Special Election for Public Advocate February 26, 2019.

By Robert Press

It began with twenty-three people handing in petitions to run for the vacant NYC Public Advocate Special Election called for February 26, 2019. Through various Board of Elections decisions and court verdicts the field has narrowed down to the seventeen candidates listed below. They are in order as they will appear on your ballot with their own non-partisan line. Their present occupation are listed, but will not appear on your ballot.

1) Melissa Mark-Viverito (Fix the MTA), former speaker of the New York City Council

2) Michael Blake (For The People), NY State Assembly member from the Bronx

3) Dawn Smalls (No More Delays), Attorney

4) Eric Ulrich (Common Sense), New York City Council member from Queens

5) Daniel O'Donnell (Equality For All), NY State Assembly member from Manhattan

6) Latrice Walker (People For Walker), NY State Assembly member from Brooklyn

7) Rafael Espinal (Livable City), New York City Council member from Brooklyn

8) Jumaane Williams (The People's Voice), New York City Council member from Brooklyn

9) Ron Kim (People Over Corporations), NY State Assembly member from Queens

10) Ydanis Rodriguez (UNITED FOR IMMIGRANTS), New York City Council member from Manhattan

11) Benjamin Yee (COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT), Entrepreneur. 

12) Manny Alicandro (Better Leadership), Attorney. 

13) David Eisenbach (Stop REBNY), History Professor at Columbia University.

14) Nomiki Konst (Pay People More), Journalist.

15) Jared Rich (Jared Rich For NYC), Attorney.

16) Anthony Herbert (Housing Residents First), Community Activist.

17) Helal Sheikh (Friends Of Helal), Former City Council candidate.

More on the Public Advocate Special Election in upcoming articles, including who are the favorites in this race, candidate(s) to look for, and any longshot candidate(s).

Bronx Jewish Center Host Community Shabbat Dinner. Friday Feb.1st, 2019

  Please join us for our next community Shabbat dinner at the Bronx Jewish Center,1969 Haight Avenue,Bx NY 10461 to be held on Friday, February 1ST, starting at 7:00 PM. The special theme for that evening will be Shabbat in Israel... Yes,That"s right  Israel.   All of your favorite Israeli  style  dishes will take center stage!  We look forward to seeing you! Enjoy a delicious 4 course dinner with your fellow neighbors.Turn your Friday night Shabbat into an evening of spiritual awakening,inspiration,Jewish songs and culinary delight.  Please RSVP@718-812-1701 to let us know you are coming .Shabbat dinners are held the first Friday of every month.

“No, it isn't all about the food,” said Rabbi Pewzner of the Bronx Jewish Center. “What is important is that the ENTIRE community joins together and welcomes the start of the Shabbat . It will be a beautiful time for everyone. Please join us.We look foward to welcoming you.

Where: 1969 Haight Avenue Bx NY 10461

Cost: Free of charge and all are welcome to join!

Website:www.BronxJewishCenter. org

Contact: office@bronxjewishcenter.org 

Telephone:  #718-812-1701

Croton Facility Monitoring Committee Meeting - Monday, January 28, 2019

Croton Facility Monitoring Committee Meeting

Monday, January 28, 2019 – 6:30 PM

Mosholu Montefiore Community Center – 

3450 DeKalb Avenue (off Gun Hill Road)

Agenda

I Welcome & Call Meeting to Order Bill Hall, Chair

II Consider, Adopt January 28, 2019 Agenda CFMC Representatives

III Consider, Adopt Minutes from CFMC Representatives

October 16, 2018 CFMC Meeting

IV Water Quality Presentation Adam Bosch, DEP

V Update on Van Cortlandt Park Pedestrian Bridge Department of Design & Construction

VI Update on Golf Clubhouse Department of Design & Construction

VII Croton Costs and Construction Update Bernard Daly, DEP

VIII Old Business CFMC Representatives & Public

IX New Business CFMC Representatives & Public

Council Member Rafael Salamanca Jr. - Week in Review, January 4, 2019

IN THE NEWS: WEST FARMS PRESERVATION PROJECT KEEPS 343 APARTMENTS AFFORDABLE. Amidst the rapid development in the South Bronx, building and maintaining affordability for residents has been a top priority for Council Member Salamanca. This week, The Real Deal reported on Camber Property Group, Belveron Partners and the city’s Department of Housing Preservation's acquisition of 11 buildings in the West Farms neighborhood. The 11 buildings, comprised of 343 units will remain 100% affordable for 40 years, 2058."These buildings were going to lose their tax credits next year and therefore the previous owner had an option of an increasing rent at above market rate. They're making a $4 million capital investment, so there's boilers that need to be fixed, there's elevators that need to be redone, you have piping, the walls, roof so it needs to be done."

#1 TRAIN WILL BYPASS 168TH ST. STATION BEGINNING TOMORROW, SATURDAY, JANUARY 5, 2019

  "I want to let constituents and riders of the #1 Train to know that beginning at midnight on Saturday, January 5, the #1 train will bypass 168th St. Station in Washington Heights for approximately one year while four new elevators are constructed. I will be onsite at the 168th St. Station tomorrow, January 5, 2019, at 12:00PM (Noon) to monitor the additional bus service that will be provided to accommodate riders needing to access 157th St. Station to catch the 1 train. I have the commitment of the MTA that they will be actively observing the bus service so that it meets the needs of riders and also will have additional staff available to answer questions from the public.

MTA has stated that they will finish the construction around early 2020. I've requested that this reconstruction project finish on-time, and if possible, reduce the total duration of the project. Additionally, while the new automatic elevators will be able to accommodate a higher volume of subway riders, the elevators will not extend to the subway platform. I've asked the MTA to conduct a feasibility assessment on options to bring the 1-train platform to ADA compliance."