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(Friday) Extra, Extra Click here for this week's video: Mayor Eric Adams Signs Dining Out Bill at Havana Cafe $10M Fund Increases Capital Access for Bronx Small Businesses Legislative Updates & Advocacy Trash Containerization Takes Effect for Food Businesses Upcoming Events Mott Haven Business to Business Block Party, 8/26/2023 - Alexander Avenue at Bruckner Boulevard, 2:00pm - 8:00pm Business to Business Back to School Festival, 8/31/2023 - 1377 Jerome Avenue, 11:00am - 6:00pm Business to Business Networking & Financial Education w. Councilmember Marjorie Velazquez, 9/14/2023 - The Living Room, 2883 Dill Place Bronx, NY 2023 Gala - The Bronx is Building, 9/21/2023 - Marina Del Rey, 6:30pm

DINING OUT NYC LEGISLATION BECOMES LAW

New York City Mayor Eric Adams signed Intro. 31-C into law and unveiled “Dining Out NYC” — New York’s permanent outdoor dining program and the largest outdoor dining program in the nation. The product of more than a year of negotiations between the Adams administration and the City Council, with extensive input from the restaurant industry and communities across the entire city, the signing of the bill — sponsored by New York City Councilmember Marjorie Velázquez — and creation of this new program represents a major legislative accomplishment for the Adams administration after Mayor Adams championed the bill as a top priority in his “Working People’s Agenda” in January 2023. For more information, click here

$10M LOAN FUND LAUNCHED TO ASSIST BRONX SMALL BUSINESSES

A new $10 million loan program for Bronx businesses, funded with money left over from the long-forgotten Bronx empowerment zone, will be announced Thursday morning by U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres (D-The Bronx) and Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson. The loans, to be administered by the Bronx Economic Development Corporation, will range from $5,000 to $350,000 and can be used for a variety of purposes including payroll, inventory and equipment. Eligible businesses will be primarily in the South Bronx, which was the heart of the federal empowerment zone. For more information, click here

LEGISLATIVE & ADVOCACY UPDATES

Commercial Containerization for Food Businesses - Effective August 1, 2023 - ALL food-related businesses in NYC must use rigid containers with secure lids when setting out trash for collection. Who is affected The new rule impacts ALL food-related businesses. This includes catering establishments, food manufacturers, food preparation establishments, food service establishments, food wholesalers, and retail food stores. Restaurants, grocery stores, delis, bodegas, caterers, and other businesses that sell or handle food MUST comply. What material is impacted Any putrescible material — refuse or organic material — set out on the curb for collection MUST be in a container with a SECURE LID. The requirement does not apply to other recyclables (metal, glass, plastic, or paper) or to businesses that have waste collected from a loading dock. This rule does not require the separation of trash and organics, only the use of containers for collection. However, some businesses are required to separate their organic waste. If your business meets the minimum requirements, you must comply with the NYC Commercial Organics Rules. When to set out In accordance with recent setout rules, businesses that place waste on the curb have two options: Place waste at the curb 1 hour before closing, OR After 8:00 PM. If placing out after 8:00 PM, recyclables do not need to be in a container. How to store bins Containers should be stored inside or in a rear yard if possible. If space is not available, bins can be stored within three (3) feet of the building line when not set out for collection. Bins must be maintained in a neat and orderly manner and always allow for a clear path of pedestrian travel on the sidewalk. NOTE: Businesses required to source-separate organics under Local Law 146 of 2013 must continue to do so by placing their food waste in a separate container with a latching lid. Garbage must be set out in a separate container.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Mott Haven Business to Business Block Party August 26 at 2:00pm Alexander Avenue Open Streets, Alexander Avenue at Bruckner Boulevard Join the Bronx Chamber, the Avenue NYC - Mott Haven Program, Mott Haven Merchants Association for a Block Party celebrating the businesses and residents of the Bruckner Boulevard area. During the event there will be live music by Johnny Mambo and Friends, DJ Menyu, dancing and information on business improvement district formation, marketing, and more!

Business to Business Street Festival August 31 at 11:00am - 3:00pm 1377 Jerome Avenue Bronx, NY Join Councilmember Althea Stevens, The Bronx Chamber of Commerce, New Settlement, and New York City government agencies in celebrating back to school while supporting local businesses. Enjoy face painting Bouncy Castles Music & Games Business to Business Networking NYC Agencies On-Site Assistance M/WBE Certification Information This is the culmination of economic and business development work in District 16 and seeks to continue to build strong neighborhoods and relationships between businesses and our young people. Reserve Your Spot

For the complete Bronx Chamber Events Calendar, featuring educational workshops, networking events and other opportunities hosted by the Chamber, its members, & partners, please visit and bookmark our website events calendar link in your browser - new events are added weekly!

Housing Lottery Launches For The Eliza At 4790 Broadway In Inwood, Manhattan

 

The affordable housing lottery has launched for The Eliza, a 14-story mixed-use building at 4790 Broadway in Inwood, Manhattan. Designed by Fogarty Finger and developed by the Community League of the Heights in a joint venture with Children’s Village, Ranger Properties, Alembic Community Development, and Housing Workshop, the structure yields 174 residences. Available on NYC Housing Connect are 138 units for residents at 30 to 60 percent of the area median income (AMI), ranging in eligible income from $16,183 to $105,060.

Amenities include bike storage lockers, a shared laundry room, recreation room, gym, rooftop terrace, and an on-site resident manager. Units come with energy-efficient appliances.

At 30 percent of the AMI, there are four studios with a monthly rent of $397 for incomes ranging from $16,183 to $33,900; eight one-bedrooms with a monthly rent of $503 for incomes ranging from $20,160 to $38,130; four two-bedrooms with a monthly rent of $598 for incomes ranging from $24,275 to $45,750; and one three-bedroom with a monthly rent of $683 for incomes ranging from $28,080 to $52,530.

At 40 percent of the AMI, there are four studios with a monthly rent of $665 for incomes ranging from $25,372 to $45,200; seven one-bedrooms with a monthly rent of $841 for incomes ranging from $31,749 to $50,840; five two-bedrooms with a monthly rent of $1,000 for incomes ranging from $38,058 to $61,000; and one three-bedroom with a monthly rent of $1,147 for incomes ranging from $43,989 to $70,040.

At 50 percent of the AMI, there are four studios with a monthly rent of $866 for incomes ranging from $32,263 to $56,500; eight one-bedrooms with a monthly rent of $1,092 for incomes ranging from $40,355 to $63,550; five two-bedrooms with a monthly rent of $1,301 for incomes ranging from $48,378 to $76,250; and one three-bedroom with a monthly rent of $1,494 for incomes ranging from $55,886 to $87,550.

At 60 percent of the AMI, there are 22 studios with a monthly rent of $1,066 for incomes ranging from $39,120 to $67,800; 36 one-bedrooms with a monthly rent of $1,342 for incomes ranging from $48,926 to $76,260; 24 two-bedrooms with a monthly rent of $1,601 for incomes ranging from $58,663 to $91,500; and four three-bedrooms with a monthly rent of $1,841 for incomes ranging from $67,783 to $105,060.

Prospective renters must meet income and household size requirements to apply for these apartments. Applications must be postmarked or submitted online no later than October 13, 2023.

VCJC News & Notes 8/18/23

Van Cortlandt Jewish Center
News and Notes

Here's this week's edition of the VCJC News and Notes email. We hope you enjoy it and find it useful!

Reminders

1. Shabbos
   
   

   Shabbos information is, as always, available on our website, both in the information sidebar and the events calendar.
   Here are the times you need:  
   Shabbos Candles Friday 8/18/23 @ 7:31 pm
   Shabbos morning services at 8:40 am.  Please join the services if you can do so safely. 
   Shabbos Ends Saturday 8/19/23 @ 8:34 pm
   Kiddush given by Roberta Seidner for the yahrzeit of her husband, Charles Seidner. 
   
   
    

2. Rosh Chodesh Elul
   Thursday 8/17 - Day 1
   Friday 8/18 - Day 2

3. Responses needed
   The Book of Remembrance flyers have been mailed out. Please respond BEFORE SEPTEMBER 6th.  
   Flyers have been mailed out for Holiday Greetings, Holiday tickets and
   Membership dues.  Your quick response would be appreciated!
   You can purchase tickets and pay dues online.

   
   

4. 1st Night of Selichot

    

   Saturday September 9th 8:45PM

   Services to be Held at:

   KCI 

   3220 Arlington Ave

   Riverdale, NY 10463

    

   If you would like to attend services and need transportation to the shul please contact the office via phone or email(vancortlandtjc@aol.com) or you can visit the office during regular hours and give them your name.

    

   Please try and notify the office by September 7th.

   If you are planning to attend services and want to volunteer to transport people to the shul please notify the office.

   
   

5. Lulav & Etrog Sets for Sale

    

   Have your Lulav and Etrog Set delivered directly to the Shul.  Sets Available at 4 Different Price Points

   $30.00

   $37.00

   $46.00

   $56.00

    

   If you are interested in ordering a Lulav & Etrog Set through the shul, you can call or email (vancortlandtjc@aol.com) the order to the office or come and visit the office during regular office hours.  Please specify the number of sets you wish to order and the price point of the sets you want.  If using email please make sure to include your name in the email.

   All orders must be received by September 15th.

   If you will not be in shul for the first days of the Sukkot Holiday and still want to place an order let the office know so we can arrange for you to pick up your set before the holiday begins.

   Payment does not need to be made at the same time as submitting your order.

Van Cortlandt Jewish Center

3880 Sedgwick Ave

Bronx, NY 10463

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez - Sign Up: Virtual Town Hall on August 24

 

Sign Up: Virtual Town Hall on Thursday, August 24

Join Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez for a virtual town hall on Thursday, August 24, 2023 at 5:30PM. Guests are asked to register in advance at the registration page below.

REGISTER HERE

The Congresswoman will discuss her recent trip to Brazil, Colombia, and Chile where she discussed climate change, immigration, threats to democracy, and the U.S./Latin America relationship. She will also take questions from constituents.

Spanish and ASL interpretation will be available. CART open captions can be accessed at http://bc.typewell.com/kbjknbna

For any questions, you may reach us at 718-662-5970. 

We hope to see you there!

Governor Hochul and Representative Espaillat Update New Yorkers on Joint Commitment to Improve Opioid Treatment in Harlem

 

Amid Nationwide Overdose Crisis, Governor and Representative Espaillat Announce Efforts To Support Harlem Community

Governor Kathy Hochul and Representative Adriano Espaillat today announced immediate actions to improve the way opioid treatment is provided in Harlem. The effort will support the Harlem community while continuing New York's efforts to fight the overdose crisis that has taken thousands of lives.

“These measures will directly address community concerns while we work to identify additional long-term solutions to improve the density of services in Harlem," Governor Hochul and Representative Espaillat said. "Supporting and providing health care to New Yorkers struggling with addiction remains a joint priority, and we will continue to work together to tackle this statewide public health crisis head on.”

Under the framework developed by Governor Hochul and Representative Espaillat, two immediate steps will be taken. First, the New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) will work with opioid treatment program providers to address high foot traffic and idling at certain sites while better serving existing patients. To do so, providers will shift to requiring fewer visits to receive take-home medications, when appropriate, which will eliminate barriers to life-saving treatment and reduce the number of in-person visits needed for each patient.

Additionally, OASAS will expand the Mobile Medication Unit (MMU) program to additional regions later this year, including Wards Island, helping to alleviate foot traffic issues along the 125th Street corridor. The MMU program launched this year with a $6 million investment and is designed to reach underserved areas and people who have difficulty accessing treatment by bringing services directly to them.