Derek Jeter passes Wade Boggs and Cap Anson

  In the 17 - 6 pounding the Yankees gave the Oakland A's Friday, Derek Jeter went 2 - 3 moving his hit total to 3012 passing both Wade Boggs (3010) and Cap Anson (3011). Jeter now is in 24th place on the all time hit list, and needs 8 hits to tie Rafael Palmerio for spot # 23. After Palmerio is Lou Brock in 22nd place with 3023 hits.

 

Record Breaking Heat Friday

  Friday afternoon's temperature broke the record for July 22nd. In Central Park the temperature hit a new record of 104 degrees, while in Newark New Jersey it hit 108. High temperatures will continue through the next day or two, as the beginning of next week looks like it will cool down returning to the mid 80's during the day.

Derek Jeter Alert

  Last night Derek Jeter got hit #3010 a double which now ties Jeter with Wade Boggs for 25th position on the all time hit list. Should Jeter get a hit in today's game he would then tie Cap Anson for 24th position with 3011 hits. Next up would be Rafael Palmerio in 23rd position with 3020 hits.

 Jay Walder Head of the MTA to Leave For Asian Job

  MTA boss Jay Walder will be leaving the MTA as of October 21st to become the COE of the MTR Coproration of Honk Kong. MTR is a publicly traded company that runs rail lines in Asia and Europe, as well as consulting and property management. 

  Walder became the head of the MTA back in late 2009, as revenues began to decrease. Layoffs, service cuts, and fare hikes then went into effect, and some MTA board members were not reappointed by Governor Andrew Cuomo. 

  There has been no announcement as to just who will take over as MTA boss when Walder leaves.

BOROUGH PRESIDENT DIAZ ANNOUNCES CLOSE TO $13 MILLION

IN FUNDING FOR BRONX ORGANIZATIONS

Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. announced today that his office has allocated $12.85 million in funding for projects across the Bronx as part of his FY2012 budget requests.

This funding will help move projects forward in every corner of the Bronx, contributing to new technology in schools, new housing opportunities and a greener Bronx.

“The capital funding provided by my office is critical in moving important projects forward, and that is especially true in tough economic times. These funds will help bring technology to our schools, build new housing and make the borough a greener place,” said Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr.

For the third consecutive year education represents the largest percentage of Borough President Diaz’s capital allocations, 30 percent, placing the total funding amount at just over $3.86 million. Thirty eight education projects were funded by the borough president this year, including a new green roof at the forthcoming Highbridge Middle School, auditorium upgrades at M.S. 145 in Melrose and a library renovation at the Soundview Academy for Culture & Scholarship.

Also funded was a unique initiative by Mercy College to create a “Parent Resource Center” at the college, focused on family and leadership development in our public schools.  This initiative will also create two parent centers at P.S. 46 and P.S. 85, both in the northwest Bronx, to provide outreach within the community.

“Our public schools are not only important to the lives of the students within them, but to the surrounding communities they serve as well. As this budget shows, my office has and will continue to make capital improvements to our schools one of our highest budget priorities,” said Borough President Diaz.

Borough President Diaz also provided just over $3.81 million in funding to various housing projects across the borough, including $839,000 towards the development of mixed-income housing at Webster Commons in Norwood, as well as $500,000 to rehabilitate two distressed buildings in West Farms through Exact Capital.

In addition to education and housing, Borough President Diaz provided funding to a variety of other Bronx institutions, including healthcare providers, cultural affairs organizations, parks and libraries. Projects funded include gym renovations at the Madison Square Boys & Girls Club in Crotona Park East, an expansion of Van Nest Park, upgrades to the Grand Concourse Branch Library and new ultrasound equipment at Lincoln Hospital.

Some City Council Members Rack up Big Debts

  It appears that some City Council members have racked up huge debts since the 2009 filings. 

  According to Celeste Katz of the Daily News, she reports that Brooklyn Councilman Michael Nelson owes $102,000 on four credit cards. Nelsons wife died of cancer in 2008, and he said he put all the bills on his credit cards that will take years to pay off.

  Brooklyn Councilman Jumaane Williams owes from $35,000 to $308,000 on seven credit cards Ms. Katz reports. That's up from the $20,000 in 2009, and is attributed to a restaurant ownership.

  Brooklyn Councilman Vincent Gentile owed $165,000 in 2009 which has risen to $309,000 last year. There was no reason as Councilman Gentile was unable to be contacted.

  Bronx Councilman G. Oliver Koppell is reported as saying that he owes $160,000 on three credit cards he uses to support his law practice. Koppell is also quoted as saying that he gets offers for zero percent, and it's to good to pass up.

  You can read the entire article here at this link  .

Bainbridge Ave. & E. 204^th Street Merchants Present Summer Streets Weekend Walks 2011

   On Sundays, July 24, 2011, July 31, and August 7, from 12-5PM, The Bainbridge Avenue & E. 204^th Street Merchants group in conjunction with Bronx Community Board 7 and Mosholu Preservation Corporation will participate in the Department of Transportation (DOT)-sponsored “Temporary Pedestrian Street/Summer Street” program along East 204^th Street between Bainbridge and Hull Avenues.

The intent of the program is to create a recurring, multi-block, pedestrian street to promote local businesses and organizations. The purpose of these events is to help stimulate the local neighborhood economy and bring community residents together.

The events will feature various activities such as merchants who’s storefronts will be extended to curbside for a unique outdoor shopping experience, face painting, FDNY Smoke House, a farmers market, cooking demos by Just Food, games, entertainment and giveaways. 

 For mor information contact:

    Fernando Tirado, CB 7, District Manager

                T. (718) 933-5650

    E. info@bronxcb7.info

Jeter Now 26th on All Time Hit List

   Last night Derek Jeter got a single in the top of the 9th inning for hit # 3008 passing Al Kaline for 26th position on the all time hit list. Next up for Jeter is Wade Boggs at 3010 hits. At his current pace Jeter should finish this season with about 3,058 hits which would place Jeter close to Craig Biggio who is in 19th place with 3,060 hits.