Housing Lottery Launches For 1791 Marmion Avenue In Crotona Park East, The Bronx

 

The affordable housing lottery has launched for 1791 Marmion Avenue, a seven-story residential building in Crotona Park East, The Bronx. Designed by Dome Architecture Design and Engineering and developed by Elie Fourti, the structure yields 27 residences. Available on NYC Housing Connect are 26 units for residents at 130 percent of the area median income (AMI), ranging in eligible income from $97,749 to $187,330.

Amenities includes a garage, bike storage lockers, elevator, recreation room, rooftop terrace, and a virtual doorman. Residences include intercoms, air conditioning, smart controls for heating and cooling, cable or satellite TV, and name-brand kitchen appliances, countertops, and finishes. Tenants are responsible for electricity.

At 130 percent of the AMI, there are 11 studios with a monthly rent of $2,851 for incomes ranging from $97,749 to $138,840; nine one-bedrooms with a monthly rent of $3,013 for incomes ranging from $103,303 to $156,130; and six two-bedrooms with a monthly rent of $3,535 for incomes ranging from $121,200 to $187,330

Prospective renters must meet income and household size requirements to apply for these apartments. Applications must be postmarked or submitted online no later than July 25, 2023.

News, updates and more from NYC Council Member Rafael Salamanca, Jr.

 

Bronx Power 100 List!   Thank you City and State NY for this incredible honor -  recognizing me as #4 on the Bronx Power 100 list! As a Bronx native, I am proud of the positive change I have  been able to bring to my community and will continue to  do all I can to make the Bronx a better place for all. National Puerto Rican Day Parade!   Big shout out to the National Puerto Rican Day Parade  organizers for putting together this year’s amazing  National Puerto Rican Day Parade! It was incredible seeing how many people showed up  this year to celebrate and honor Puerto Rican culture  and heritage .

Nos Quedamos is HIRING: Youth Organizer (Start ASAP). Submission deadline: 6/16/23

Nos Quedamos is HIRING: Youth Organizer (Start ASAP) We Stay/Nos Quedamos is looking for a dynamic youth change agent—for the position of Youth Organizer—interested in becoming a community leader around environmental justice issues in the Melrose Commons section of the Bronx. Apply! Download Recruitment Flyer | Download notice

 

HEALING MINDS, BODY AND SOUL ONE ROOFTOP GARDEN AT A TIME 1. Practice relationship-building with our group of residents. 2. Facilitating meetings/ workshops with groups of residents and other youth. 3. Interest in organizing or interest to learn about organizing. Should be able to join in on organizing and Environmental Justice or Climate Justice-related webinars or other workshops

Role: Youth Organizer Pay: $15/hr Commitment: 15 hours a week Schedule: Tuesday and Thursdays from 10am-5pm and Fridays from 10am-5pm Requirement: You MUST be between the ages of 15 and 25 to apply for this position

Submission deadline: June 16, 2023 — by 5:00pm.

Interested individuals, submit a resume and cover letter to our Resiliency Organizer, Imani Cenac at: icenac@nosquedamos.org

Nos Quedamos is a firm supporter of Equal Employment Opportunity laws and practices. Read our EEO Policy.

NYC PUBLIC ADVOCATE'S STATEMENT ON THE INDICTMENT OF DANIEL PENNY

 

"This indictment is an important step, and shows this case is being treated with the gravity it demands. The legal process will play out, and in our system Daniel Neely gets the presumption of innocence. 

"That’s a luxury not afforded to Jordan Neely before he was killed on camera — homeless, hungry, Black and in mental crisis all at the same time. No matter the charges or the outcome in this case, we have to reckon with and upend the systems that left Jordan angry and hopeless, and the structures that mean Daniel Penny has received more resources in the last month than Jordan did in his entire life, marked by trauma and cut tragically short."              

U.S. Army Soldier Pleads Guilty To Terrorism Charges For Attempting To Assist ISIS To Conduct Deadly Ambush On U.S. Troops

 

U.S. Army Private First Class Cole Bridges Provided Tactical Guidance in Attempt to Help ISIS Attack and Murder U.S. Service Members in the Middle East

Damian Williams, the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, announced today that COLE BRIDGES, a/k/a “Cole Gonzales,” pled guilty to attempting to provide material support to a designated foreign terrorist organization and attempting to murder U.S. military service members based on BRIDGES’s efforts to assist the Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham (“ISIS”) to attack and kill U.S. soldiers in the Middle East.  BRIDGES pled guilty today before U.S. District Judge Lewis J. Liman.

According to the Complaint, the Indictment to which BRIDGES pled guilty, and other documents in the public record, as well as statements made in public court proceedings:

BRIDGES joined the U.S. Army in approximately September 2019 and was assigned as a cavalry scout in the Third Infantry Division based in Fort Stewart, Georgia.  Beginning in at least 2019, BRIDGES began researching and consuming online propaganda promoting jihadists and their violent ideology.  BRIDGES also expressed his support for ISIS and jihad on social media.  In or about October 2020, BRIDGES began communicating with a Federal Bureau of Investigation (“FBI”) online covert employee (the “OCE”), who was posing as an ISIS supporter in contact with ISIS fighters in the Middle East.  During these communications, BRIDGES expressed his frustration with the U.S. military and his desire to aid ISIS.  BRIDGES then provided training and guidance to purported ISIS fighters who were planning attacks, including advice about potential targets in New York City.  BRIDGES also provided the OCE with portions of a U.S. Army training manual and guidance about military combat tactics, for use by ISIS.

In or about December 2020, BRIDGES began to supply the OCE with instructions for the purported ISIS fighters on how to attack U.S. forces in the Middle East.  Among other things, BRIDGES diagrammed specific military maneuvers intended to help ISIS fighters maximize the lethality of attacks on U.S. troops.  BRIDGES further provided advice about the best way to fortify an ISIS encampment to repel an attack by U.S. Special Forces, including by wiring certain buildings with explosives to kill the U.S. troops.  Then, in January 2021, BRIDGES provided the OCE with a video of himself in his U.S. Army body armor standing in front of a flag often used by ISIS fighters and making a gesture symbolic of support for ISIS.  Approximately a week later, BRIDGES sent a second video in which BRIDGES, using a voice manipulator, narrated a propaganda speech in support of the anticipated ambush by ISIS on U.S. troops.

BRIDGES, 22, of Stow, Ohio, pled guilty to attempting to provide material support to ISIS, which carries a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison, and attempting to murder U.S. military service members, which carries a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison.  BRIDGES is scheduled to be sentenced by Judge Liman on November 2, 2023, at 2:00 p.m.

The statutory maximum penalties are prescribed by Congress and are provided here for informational purposes only, as any sentencing of the defendant will be determined by the judge.

Mr. Williams praised the outstanding efforts of the FBI’s New York Joint Terrorism Task Force, which primarily consists of investigators and analysts from the FBI, the New York City Police Department, and over 50 other federal, state, and local agencies.  Mr. Williams also thanked U.S. Army Counterintelligence, the FBI Washington Field Office, the FBI Atlanta Field Office and its Savannah Resident Agency, the FBI Cleveland Field Office, the FBI’s Counterterrorism Division, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Georgia, the Air Force Office of Special Investigations, U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command, the U.S. Army Third Infantry Division, and the Counterterrorism Section of the Department of Justice’s National Security Division for their assistance.

Statements from Comptroller Lander on Downtown Manhattan Heliport & Bus Shelter Franchise Agreements

 

New York City Comptroller Brad Lander issued the following statements after voting at the Franchise and Concession Review Committee:

Downtown Manhattan Heliport with Saker Aviation

“The non-essential helicopter trips from the Downtown Manhattan Heliport may be ‘convenient for busy executives, leisure travelers, and sightseers‘ and reduce the time it takes to get from Wall Street to private jets at Teterboro, but the constant noise and carbon emissions make many residents of Manhattan and Brooklyn miserable, and it generates very little revenue for the City of New York. Rather than continuing operations, we should allow the City’s contract for the Downtown Manhattan Heliport to expire and repurpose the space for a less noxious and more sustainable use.”

Bus Shelter & Public Toilet Space with JCDecaux

“Today’s franchise agreement will secure more bus shelters and public toilets that will improve basic public infrastructure for New Yorkers. While JCDecaux should not have withheld their rent for public space over the last two years, we appreciate their willingness to negotiate with our office to provide an additional $2 million base payment and additional revenue sharing to the City as part of today’s deal.”

DEC ANNOUNCES NEW ‘NEXT STEP’ HUNTING AND TRAPPING COURSES

 

Next Step Courses Are Free to Certified Hunters and Trappers; Registration Required

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today announced that DEC’s Hunter Education Program (HEP) is now offering “Next Step” courses in seven disciplines for those who have completed a hunter education, bowhunter education, or trapper education certification course.  

“The newly introduced Next Step courses are an ideal way for new hunters and trappers to gain skills and confidence through additional education and hands-on experience even if they do not have a mentor to help them get started,” said Commissioner Seggos. “I encourage anyone recently certified or looking to refresh or build on their hunter education knowledge to register today.”  

 

Taught by HEP staff and certified HEP instructors, Next Step courses are offered in seven topic areas: rifle; shotgun; crossbow; archery use and marksmanship; fur handling; land trapping; and water trapping. Each four-hour course focuses on safety techniques and offers students hands-on experience learning practical skills from knowledgeable instructors. The “hands-on” aspect of the courses, coupled with smaller group sizes, allows for more one-on-one instruction. Course participants will spend time putting what they’ve learned into practice on the range or in field exercises, which will help build confidence and comfort with the tools and techniques of hunting and trapping while reinforcing important safety habits. Courses are:

 

1. Firearms courses (rifle or shotgun) – learn about different types of rifles or shotguns, hands-on instruction in safe firearm handling and safe zones of fire, loading and unloading rifles or shotguns, shooting positions and stances, and target practice on the range;
2. Crossbow and archery courses – learn about the parts of a crossbow or bow, how to hunt safely with a crossbow or bow, how to shoot a crossbow or bow, and target practice on the range; and
3. Trapping (water trapping or land trapping) and fur handling courses – learn safe, efficient, and humane trapping techniques for various furbearers trapped in the water (e.g., beaver, muskrat) or on land (e.g., coyote, raccoon), how to process furs and the equipment needed to do so, and how to use the furs including preparing them for market.

 

All Next Step courses are free, but registration is required. Supplies and equipment are provided by course instructors so students do not have to bring their own. Those interested will need their hunter or trapper education certificate number to register. The minimum age to take a Next Step course is 12. There is no certification offered with these courses.

 

To learn what Next Step courses are being offered, and to register, visit DEC’s website at https://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/92267.html. Since these are new courses, availability may be limited. Hunters and trappers are encouraged to check back often as courses will continuously be added.  

 

Hunter Safety in New York

Most of the hunters involved in a hunting incident are many years experienced hunters who may have taken hunter education 20 or 30 years ago. The Next Step courses are designed to be a good refresher on hunting and firearm safety for even experienced hunters. 

 

The 2022 New York hunting seasons tied 2021 for the safest-ever year, with the lowest number of hunting-related shooting incidents since record-keeping began more than 70 years ago. DEC documented nine hunting-related shooting incidents (HRSIs) during the 2022 hunting seasons, one of which was fatal.

                                                                                                

Four of the nine HRSIs that occurred last year were two-party firearm incidents, while the other five were self-inflicted. All identified shooters were experienced hunters with an average of 30 years of hunting experience, emphasizing the need for all hunters to remain vigilant when heading into the field. All incidents could have been prevented if those involved followed hunting safety rules.

The one fatality was due to a self-inflicted gunshot wound by a turkey hunter.

 

In 2022, 13 elevated hunting incidents were reported; four of these were fatal. Only two of the 13 hunters involved were wearing a safety harness. Tree stand safety is integrated into DEC's hunter education course because these incidents have become a major cause of hunting-related injuries. The proper use of tree stands and tree stand safety equipment will help prevent these injuries and fatalities. If used correctly, a full body harness and a lifeline keep hunters connected from the time they leave the ground to the moment they get back down.

CONSUMER ALERT: New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection Offers Guidance to Raise Awareness & Protect Against Elder Abuse

 

Elder Abuse Awareness Day is June 15 & June is World Elder Abuse Month 

Follow the New York Department of State on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for “Tuesday’s Tips” – Practical Tips to Educate and Empower New York Consumers on a Variety of Topics 

Secretary Rodriguez: “Our Division of Consumer Protection wants to help you protect your older adult family members and friends, and these tips will help you spot a scam or abusive situation and stop it before it causes irreparable harm.” 

For this week’s Tuesday’s Tips, the New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection is offering guidance to help prevent and protect seniors from elder abuse. Financial fraud and exploitation is one of the most prevalent types of elder abuse, and recent estimates show that the annual loss of victims of financial abuse is assessed to be at least $36.5 billion dollars. Follow the New York Department of State on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram and check in every Tuesday for more practical tips that educate and empower New York consumers on a variety of topics. Sign up to receive consumer alerts directly to your email or phone here.

“Older adults are a vital part of our families and communities, and unfortunately this beloved population is also often the target of scammers and abusers,” said Secretary of State Robert J. Rodriguez. “Our Division of Consumer Protection wants to help you protect your older adult family members and friends, and these tips will help you spot a scam or abusive situation and stop it before it causes irreparable harm.”

New York State Office for the Aging Director Greg Olsen said, "Financial scams targeting older adults are becoming all the more prevalent and sophisticated. Always verify with official sources before taking any action that might potentially compromise your private information and offer predators with a window to access your funds or fraudulently make transactions in your name. Family, friends and caregivers have an important role to play as well. Be aware of any changes in a loved one's financial behavior or banking and spending patterns. Remember that local help is available through offices for the aging and our community partners by calling NY Connects at 1-800-342-9871."

New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) Acting Commissioner Suzanne Miles-Gustave said, “We thank the Division of Consumer Protection for bringing awareness to this critically important, yet sometimes overlooked, issue. OCFS’ Bureau of Adult Services, along with our statewide local departments of social services, work tirelessly to protect New York’s vulnerable adults from all forms of abuse, which includes violence, neglect and financial exploitation. Social isolation, the aging process and relying on others for their medical needs can increase the likelihood of victimization for seniors. This is about human rights, and it’s essential for families and the community to be aware of the dangers and risks that some of New York’s elder population face and to report any possible instance of abuse.” 

June 15 is Elder Abuse Awareness Day, and June is also World Elder Abuse Awareness Month, which highlight the ongoing criminal tactics targeting older adults.

Elder abuse occurs when an adult over the age of 60 is abused, neglected or financially exploited by someone. Specifically, it includes physical, sexual, emotional/psychological abuse in addition to financial exploitation, abandonment and neglect. Abuse can happen anywhere, including in an older person’s home, a family member’s home, a nursing home or an assisted living community. Financial abuse occurs when the improper and unauthorized use of an older adult’s money, benefits, belongings, property or assets are illegally used without their permission.

Older adults are also often the targets of consumer fraud scams. Scammers prey on

older adults, who are viewed as vulnerable and lonely, easy prey with readily available cash. Some of the most common older adult scams include:

• Medical Device Scam: Unsolicited prerecorded messages, known as “robocalls,” offering free medical alert devices by providing an address and credit card information.
• Grandparent Scam: Scammers call or email asking for money while impersonating a beloved grandchild who is in some kind of trouble.
• Ghosting Scam: Identity thieves obtain personal information about deceased persons from obituaries, funeral homes, hospitals, stolen death certificates and online web sites and use this information to establish credit and open accounts, take out loans, receive benefits, or even collect tax refunds filed under the stolen identity.
• Jury Duty Scam: Scammers pretending to be law enforcement officers or court officials contact individuals to inform them that they have failed to report to jury duty and must pay a fine by credit card to avoid an arrest.
• Funeral Notification Scam: Scammers send emails deceptively informing recipients of an upcoming farewell ceremony in remembrance of a friend or loved one, and upon clicking a link provided in the email, victims are sent to a third-party website where malicious software is downloaded so scammers can gain access to the user’s information.
• Sweepstakes Scam: Scammers entice consumers with various prize offers and then ask you to share personal information or pay a fee to enter the sweepstakes.
• Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Imposter Scam: Phone scammers impersonate IRS agents and demand immediate payment of overdue taxes from victims via debit card or wire transfer to avoid being arrested.
• Free Grant Scam: Scammers promise fraudulent grants in print or over the phone and ask for bank account and routing numbers.

For more information about how you can recognize the most common senior scams or for more scam prevention tips, download The Division of Consumer Protection’s informative Senior Anti-Fraud Education (S.A.F.E.) brochure. If you have parents or elderly family members, take the time to explain these scams to them.

Here are a few tips to follow if you or someone you know receives a call or email you believe to be a scam:

• RESIST the urge to act immediately - no matter how dramatic the story is.
• VERIFY the caller’s identity - ask questions that a stranger couldn’t answer. Check with a family member to see if the information is true.
• DO NOT send cash, gift cards or money transfers. Once the scammer gets the money - it’s gone!
• DO NOT give your personal banking account information by email or over the phone OR log into bank accounts as directed by the caller (scammers can steal your information using screen mirroring).

During World Elder Abuse Month, the Division of Consumer Protection is also urging New Yorkers to make a plan to help protect senior family members and friends from financial abuse, given its prevalence. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has a guide to preventing elder financial abuse with four important steps:

• Prevent – Educate yourself, your loved ones, and your community.
• Recognize – Spot the warning signs and take action.
• Record – Document what you observe.
• Report – Tell the appropriate authorities so they can investigate and help.

There are resources to help if you are concerned about an individual, friend or loved one who may be experiencing elder abuse, including the non-emergency helpline at (844) 746-6905 and the Adult Protective Services hotline at 1-844-697-3505 to report abuse.

About the New York State Division of Consumer Protection

The New York State Division of Consumer Protection provides resources and education materials to consumers on product safety, as well as voluntary mediation services between consumers and businesses. The Consumer Assistance Helpline 1-800-697-1220 is available Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm, excluding State Holidays, and consumer complaints can be filed at any time at www.dos.ny.gov/consumer-protection. 

For more consumer protection tips, follow the Division on social media at Twitter: @NYSConsumer and Facebook: www.facebook.com/nysconsumer.