Senator Klein Hosts Second Annual Throggs Neck Houses Basketball Tournament

   State Senator Jeff Klein, joined the New York City Housing Authority, Throggs Neck Residents’ Council, New York City Fire Department, Police Service Area #8, NYPD Housing Bureau, and court officers hosted the second annual Throggs Neck Houses Basketball Tournament at Ferry Point Park this past weekend.

“In what is now becoming an annual tradition, I was proud to host the second Throggs Neck Houses Basketball Tournament, which brings together local residents and those sworn to protect them, in order to build a stronger community. Last year’s contest was a slam dunk, and this year’s was no different - it’s wonderful to see people of all ages in this community get outside for some fun and games,” said Senator Jeff Klein.

Hundreds of participants gathered to enjoy the two-day tournament, which focused on building relationships between residents and law enforcement, while fostering a stronger sense of local community.

The teams brought together players of all ages from both city agencies and the community. The final game was played on Sunday, with the court officers claiming victory over the Traveling NYPD team. Both teams are set for a rematch later this summer, at the Throggs Neck Houses Family Day.

"This tournament brought everyone together for a day of fun and community spirit. Agencies and residents must continue to work together.  This event reflects the pulse, the heartbeat of Throggs Neck Houses," said Monique Johnson, president of the Throggs Neck Residents' Council, and PULSE.

Above - Senator Klein waits as Ms. Johnson tries to get the hot and tired children to line up for a photo.

Below Ms. Monique Johnson thanks Senator Klein for his part in a very successful program which keeps at-risk children out of trouble.

Above and Below you can see how beautiful this new park is, which sits adjacent to the Trump Golf Links Course in Ferry Point. The new park was part of the community benefits package for building the new Trump Golf Links Course.

Ulrich Denounces Mayor de Blasio's Handling of Build it Back Program, Calls for Termination or Resignation of Program Director Amy Peterson

   Councilman Eric Ulrich today denounced Mayor Bill de Blasio's poor handling of the Build it Back Program and called for the resignation or termination of Amy Peterson, the program's director since 2014.

 

Standing with Ellen Nichtern, a Rockaway Park constituent, in front of home on Beach 117th Street, Councilman Ulrich blasted the Build it Back Program and the de Blasio Administration for not delivering on their promise to help people get back into their homes after Super Storm Sandy. 

 

"It's sad and unfortunate that nearly four years after the storm the Mayor refuses to take responsibility for the failure of Build it Back. There is a total lack of accountability and compassion," Councilman Ulrich explained.  "Amy Peterson should resign today and allow new leadership to run the program more effectively.  If she won't resign, Mayor de Blasio should fire her." 

 

Ms. Nichtern and her mother have been out of their home for the past five months, during which time Build it Back has not done any work on their home, nor has Build it Back remained in contact with Ms. Nichtern to even let her know the status of the project.  Councilman Ulrich called Build it Back's treatment of Ms. Nichtern and the many people in the same situation "entirely unacceptable."

 

"Like so many of my constituents affected by Super Storm Sandy, Ellen Nichtern has been let down by the bureaucrats at Build it Back.  This program is a complete disaster.  Everyone knows it," Councilman Ulrich concluded. 

EDITOR'S NOTE:

Queens Councilman Eric Ulrich is rumored to be a candidate for mayor in the 2017 general election.

Assemblyman Mark Gjonaj - IDNYC Pop-Up Enrollment Site at the Bronx House until July 29

IDNYC  An IDNYC pop-up enrollment site will be in the Bronx House throughout July!

IDNYC is the newly launched New York City municipal identification program. All New York City residents 14 years and older who reside in New York City's five boroughs are eligible for the ID, regardless of immigration status. Bronx House 990 Pelham Parkway South, 2nd Fl, Rm 13 Bronx, NY 1046 Hours Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 9am to 5 pm Tuesday, Thursday: 11 am to 7pm Appointments preferred; Walk-ins not guaranteed.

KRVC - Two Movies This Week!

Club KRVC Movie this Thursday

Another Not-to-Miss KRVC Event Outdoor Movie Coming Up ThisSaturday, July 23rd!

Bring your yoga mat and chairs or blankets (limited folding chairs available).  Porta Potties provided.

Senator Ruben Diaz announces the celebration of “Abrazo Dominicano in New York”

  Senator Rev. Rubén Díaz, in conjunction with New York State Assemblymen Marcos Crespo, Luis Sepulveda, Michael Blake and Victor Pichardo and newly elected City Council Member Rafael Salamanca, will celebrate the Annual “Abrazo Dominicano in New York.” This banquet is sponsored by all of these elected officials. 

"Abrazo Dominicano" is a completely free annual banquet for 500 people, and it take place at the Eastwood Manor Restaurant, located at 3371 Eastchester Road, Bronx, New York, on Friday, July 22, 2016 from 7:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. This event will honor the many contributions the Dominican community has made for the State and City of New York .  

During this Banquet, Senator Ruben Diaz together with elected officials, will be presenting Proclamations and Recognitions to six distinguish members of the Dominican community.

For more information, please call Leila Martinez at 718-991-3161. 

Luis Sepulveda - Please Join Us For This Special Event

 

News From Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman

AG Schneiderman Task Force Takes Down Major NY Drug Ring

Attorney General Schneiderman, joined by partners in law enforcement, charged 27 people with operating two drug distribution rings as part of “Operation Uptown Red Alert.” The first drug ring allegedly transported heroin, cocaine, and illegal narcotic pills throughout New York State and surrounding states. The second allegedly sold cocaine throughout Albany. Led by the Attorney General’s Organized Crime Task Force, state investigators seized $500,000 worth of heroin, $50,000 worth of cocaine, more than 1,000 illegal prescription narcotic pills, and multiple firearms. The two separate indictments charge 27 individuals with 324 crimes.

Adequate Medical Services for Prisoners

Attorney General Schneiderman announced a lawsuit against Armor Correctional Health Medical Services, claiming that they failed to provide proper medical services to inmates as required by Nassau County Correctional Center. The lawsuit alleges that Armor, a prison health services company responsible for providing comprehensive medical services, either failed to perform or egregiously underperformed many of its obligations. Of the 12 inmate that have died since Armor was contracted by the county, five were found to have received inadequate medical care. 

Protecting the Unemployed from Predatory Scams

The Attorney General filed a lawsuit against New York City-based Delta Services, Inc., its predecessor Ultimate Security Force, Inc., and their owner Jeffreys Paulino, for allegedly using phony job listings and making false promises of employment to unemployed consumers struggling to find work.  The Attorney General alleges that Delta, Ultimate Security, and Mr. Paulino scammed hundreds, if not thousands, of consumers by tricking them into paying for expensive, and often unnecessary, training courses. 

Enforcing Child Labor Laws

The Attorney General announced the arrest of Homer farm owner Luke Park for multiple alleged child safety violations related to the death of 14-year-old Alex Smith. The boy died while allegedly operating a hydraulic lift with fork attachment – equipment that is explicitly prohibited by child labor laws. Mr. Park also allegedly employed other minors on his dairy farm, required them to work more hours per week than the maximum for children of that age, and paid them off-the-books. New York’s Child Labor Laws set forth strict guidelines regarding the employment of minors that includes limitations on operating dangerous equipment or performing hazardous work. 

Have a question, comment, or complaint? Click here. You can also learn more about the various initiatives of the Attorney General's office by visiting our website at ag.ny.gov. You can also call our General Hotline: 800-771-7755. 

9th Annual Allerton Avenue Festival & International Food Show

  It was the ninth Annual Allerton Avenue Festival and International Food Show, and while there was no rain the heat made many stay in the shade. The large supermarket once known as Dalessio's then Met Food and finally Super Food and the Palombo Bakery were closed, as were one or two other small stores. That however is the way the Bronx seems to be going. As new stores open some older less modern stores are going to close, unable to compete with the new much larger stores with several advantages. 

Above - The Dunk Tank, and Below - The Mark Gjonaj Wagon Ride were still main attractions.

Above - and Below - State Senator Jeff Klein was traveling between many events and stopped by to say a few words to crowd about his good friend Assemblyman Mark Gjonaj. 

Above - Assemblyman Gjonaj welcomed 36th State Senate candidate Jamaal Bailey to the event.

Below - Mr. Bailey is pointing to the north side of Allerton Avenue that he hopes to represent, while State Senator Jeff Klein represents the south side of the street.

Assemblyman Gjonaj stands with 36th State Senate candidate Jamaal Bailey and Jason Laidley candidate Bailey's campaign manager in the blue shirt. Both the candidate and his campaign manager are holding informational material about candidate Jamaal Bailey.