Local people reported missing in the past two weeks
A missing South Carolina man appeared in Fordham Heights for the last time. Click here for more details.
According to reports, an 11-year-old boy from Jerome Park is missing. Click here for more details.
According to reports, a 13-year-old girl disappeared in Bedford Park. Click here for more details.
According to reports, a 22-year-old woman in Mount Hope is missing. Click here for more details.
According to reports, a 30-year-old man disappeared at Fordham Estate and was later found dead. Click here for more details.
According to reports, a 22-year-old woman from University Heights is missing. Click here for more details.
According to the New York City Department of Health, when a vaccination certificate is required, New Yorkers can choose from the following options:
The New York City Department of Health stated that the data collected so far shows how the COVID-19 vaccine protects New Yorkers from infection and disease. Since mid-January, the vast majority of COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations, and deaths in New York City have occurred in unvaccinated people. Between January 17 and August 17, the unvaccinated people in New York City accounted for:
The New York Office of Children and Family Services manages $25 million in funding to provide childcare support for the children of essential staff. The Basic Worker Scholarship is only available to residents of New York State and will be paid out every week through direct payments to childcare providers on behalf of parents. Parents will be responsible for paying any tuition fees that are higher than the market price. Families who currently receive childcare scholarships under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act are strongly encouraged to apply for this new funding opportunity. For more information and application, please visit https://ocfs.ny.gov/main/contracts/funding/COVID-relief/essential-workers.php.
New York State’s COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted, but ongoing guidance (see above) needs to be followed because 70% of adults have received the first dose of vaccine. For the latest industry guidance, please visit: https://forward.ny.gov/active-industry-guidance.
The statewide utility blackout ban that expired in New York State on March 31 has been extended. The law will suspend the shutdown of public utilities, including water, heating, electricity, telephone, cable and broadband services, until the end of the COVID-19 emergency, or until December 31, 2021, whichever comes first. For New Yorkers who have suffered financial losses due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the law provides for an extension of the suspension for 180 days.
Reimbursement of funeral expenses for COVID-19 deaths
FEMA provides financial assistance for COVID-19 related funeral expenses. On June 29, 2021, FEMA revised its funeral assistance policy to help respond to COVID-19-related deaths that occurred in the early stages of the pandemic. This policy change will allow applicants to submit a signed statement from the certified official or local forensic doctor or coroner on the death certificate, attributing the death to a COVID-19 death that occurred between January 20 and May 16, 2020.
The COVID-19 funeral assistance hotline is 844-684-6333 | TTY: 800-462-7585, and the working hours are Monday to Friday from 9 am to 9 pm Eastern time. Call this dedicated toll-free number and complete the COVID-19 funeral assistance application with the help of a FEMA representative. Multilingual services will be provided. Get answers to frequently asked questions about the application process on the "Funeral Assistance FAQ" page.
The president of the Bronx, Ruben Díaz Jr., encourages residents to share their reasons for being vaccinated, and encourages family and friends to do the same. For more information, see the leaflet attached above.
The applications for the excluded workers’ funds are real-time. Visit https://ewf.labor.ny.gov/new to apply. For more detailed information and to learn about the documents required to apply, please visit on.ny.gov/ewf. This $2.1 billion state fund provides financial relief to New Yorkers who have suffered loss of income during the pandemic statewide and are excluded from various federal relief programs, including unemployment and pandemic benefits.
EvictionFreeNY.org is a free tool created by JustFix and Right to Counsel that allows tenants to exercise their rights under the New York State Suspended Eviction Order. The website helps renters fill out and send a hardship statement to the court and their landlord to suspend their eviction cases until January 15, 2022.
Public hearing on maximum basic rent
The New York State Department of Housing and Community Reconstruction (DHCR) will hold a public hearing via a conference call on Thursday, November 18, 2021. The purpose is to collect information related to all factors that DHCR may consider when determining the maximum base rent (MBR). The Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act of 2019 (effective from June 14, 2019) applies to rent-controlled housing in New York City for the biennial MBR cycle from 2022 to 2023.
The morning hearing will be held from 10 am to 12:30 pm, and the afternoon meeting will be held from 2 pm to 4:30 pm. It is recommended that speakers register in advance. Those who wish to pre-register can call the office of Executive Assistant Michael Berrios at (718) 262-4816 or send an email to michael.berrios@hcr.ny.gov, and provide their name, contact phone number, email address and at the hearing The preferred time to speak and the name of the organization represented.
At about that time, you can hear the speeches of pre-registered speakers who have reserved speaking time. Speakers who register on the day of the hearing will listen to the speeches in the order of registration at the time that the pre-registered speakers have not made an appointment. The speaking time will be limited to five minutes in order to allow as many people as possible the opportunity to express their opinions. Speakers should be prepared to submit a copy of their statement to the DHCR officer who presided over the hearing.
After hearing the opinions of all registered speakers present at the hearing, the hearing will end. DHCR will also accept written testimony submitted before the end of the hearing. Submissions can also be sent in advance to Michael Berrios, Administrative Assistant, 6th Floor, Housing and Community Redevelopment Division, Gertz Square, 92-31 Union Hall Street, Jamaica, 11433. Get the report on DHCR 2022 recommendations-2023 MB. For more information, please click here.
Since Thursday, October 7, applications for the Landlord Rental Assistance Program (LRAP) are being accepted, which provides rental assistance to landlords who are unwilling to apply for the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP), including tenants who have left the leased property. It can provide assistance to families whose rent is up to 150% of the fair market rent (FMR) in the county where the property is located. Apply for LRAP online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Important note: Landlords are encouraged to collect all required information, including proof of ownership and rent amount, before starting the application, because documents must be uploaded at the time of application to complete and submit the application.
U.S. Small Business Administration helps deal with storm damage
According to the New York Declaration 17147 and 17148 (disaster: NY-00208) who suffered physical damage from the remnants of the IDA hurricane between September 1 and 3, 2021, they can obtain a disaster loan from the U.S. Small Business Administration Bronx, King , Queens, Richmond and Westchester and other major New York counties. The deadline for applications for physical damage is November 4, 2021. For more information, please visit https://www.sba.gov/local-assistance.
Resources and help after Storm Ida
Support service centers affected by the flash flood emergency after Storm Ida are open to everyone, regardless of their immigration status. The Bronx Center is located at Hostos Community College, 450 Grand Concourse, E. Building C, Bronx, NY 10451. It will remain open until Saturday, November 13. Bronxites can also dial 311, or visit New York City to get city services online. Government/International Development Agency. Beware of fraudsters who pretend to be government officials, charities, unlicensed contractors, or rented houses to defraud artists. If you have any questions, please be sure to ask for an ID and call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362 (711/VRS).
You can call 311 for food assistance. Each box will provide six meals (three lunches and three dinners), and residents can request a delivery meal or a two-week meal. Meals need to be heated and refrigerated, fresh or frozen. If you need cooling or heating equipment, the city government may help. Serve halal, kosher or non-special meals.
To apply for flood assistance from FEMA, visit DisasterAssistance.gov, use the FEMA mobile app, or call 1-800-621-3362. The operator is on duty 7 days a week from 8 am to 7 pm. Please note that if you register online instead of by phone, you may receive a faster response.
Flood relief for undocumented New Yorkers
On September 28, Governor Kathy Hochul and New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio provided undocumented New Yorkers who suffered devastating floods during Hurricane Ida 27 million US dollars in economic relief. Funds will be provided to New Yorkers who are not eligible for storm recovery assistance through the FEMA Personal Assistance Program or other means. The New York State Office for New Americans (ONA) is administering this program. In order to be eligible for this financial relief, applicants must a) not be eligible for FEMA assistance, and b) there are no people in the family who are eligible for assistance.
A select group of non-profit organizations will provide information, assistance and help to residents affected by the storm. In the Bronx, the Catholic Charity Community Service Center at 402 East 152nd Street, Bronx, NY 10455 will provide services. The plan is now open. Call the ONA hotline 1-800-566-7636 for help regarding the application location. The application period will end on Friday, November 26, 2021.
Home repair advice from FEMA officials
For information about protecting property, please visit https://www.fema.gov/emergency-managers/risk-management. For the latest information on the recovery from Hurricane Ida in New York, please visit www.fema.gov/disaster/4615.
FDNY encourages Bronxites to stay smart, close the door, and ensure that a fire alarm is installed in your home to help prevent injury or death in the event of a fire. For more tips on how to stay safe, see the attached video below.
District 52 Construction Block Meeting
The 52nd Division of the New York Police Department will hold various Build the Block meetings in November. For the dates of each department, please refer to the leaflet below.
The Bronx County Hearing will be held on Tuesday, November 9th at 3 pm at the BronxWorks Arena at 1130 Grand Concourse Bronx, NY 10456 to discuss the proposed rezoning map recently proposed by the New York Rezoning Commission. Watch it here. The schedule of upcoming public hearing dates can be found here: https://www.nyirc.gov/meetings. The draft plan can be found here: https://www.nyirc.gov/draft-plans. Residents can attend any hearing that best suits their schedule.
New York City Park After School Plan
NYC Parks' after-school program provides children with academic support and sports activities in a safe, structured environment. The program runs from September 20, 2021 to June 10, 2022, from Monday to Friday from 3 pm to 6 pm. The flyer attached below provides more information.
Bronx residents have $353,393,103 in unclaimed funds
New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli recently announced that Bronx residents have $353,393,103.00 in unclaimed funds waiting to be paid. For more information on this topic and how to check if you owe unclaimed funds, click here.
Bedford Park Affordable Housing Lottery
According to YIMBY, units in The Bedford, a 13-story residential building located at 211 East 203 Street, Bedford Park District, Bronx, have launched an affordable housing lottery. Potential renters must meet the income and family size requirements to apply for an apartment, and the application must be postmarked or submitted online by November 15, 2021. For more information, click here.
52nd constituency community committee meeting
The next 52nd constituency community committee meeting will be held through ZOOM on Thursday, November 18th at 6 pm. For more information, please refer to the attached leaflet below.
West Farms Affordable Housing Lottery
According to reports, according to YIMBY, the unit in 2015 Vyse Avenue, a 7-storey residential building in West Farms community, has started a lottery for affordable housing. Prospective tenants must meet the income and family size requirements to apply for these apartments. To apply by mail, please send the self-addressed envelope to: 2015 Vyse Avenue Apartments, c/o Your Neighborhood Funding LLC, 2565 Bronxwood Avenue, Bronx, New York 10469. Applications must be made no later than November 28th, 2021. For more information, click here.
At 6pm on Monday, November 15th, attend the Consumer Fraud Conference with Attorney General Letitia James and Parliamentary Member Nathalia Fernández (80 AD). For more information, please refer to the attached leaflet below.
Please refer to the attached leaflet below for information on public charges.
Obtain high school equivalent and/or commercial driver's license (free or loan-free)
If you are between 16 and 24 years old, Mosholu Montefiore Community Center (MMCC) can help you obtain a high school equivalent and/or commercial driver's license for free through our Advance & Earn program. There are currently limited places in the fall queue. For more information, please visit www.mmcc.org/advance-earn/ or call (917) 792-3899 immediately. To read a testimony, click here. MMCC also offers a loan-free cooking training program and offers paid internship opportunities. Please visit www.mmcc.org or call (718) 652 0282 for more information.
Participating residents from Bronx Community Councils 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12 can compost their autumn leaves on December 11. After 4 pm, put your leaves in the New York City Department of Health for collection. For more information, please refer to the attached leaflet below.
Work and career assistance for veterans
VetConnectPro has tools to help veterans find good jobs and start their careers, including military skills translation, dashboards with NYC.gob job postings, civil service exam information, and recommended online job training. Create or upload your resume to nyc.gov/vetconnectpro.
VetConnectPro has tools to help #veterans find a good job and start your career, including: – Military skills translation – Dashboard with job postings in New York City – Information about civil service exams – Recommended online job training
Create or upload your resume now: https://t.co/xS9E7ZbR7K pic.twitter.com/DNpYbdsqI4
— New York City Department of Veterans Services (@nycveterans), November 11, 2021
The New York City Department of Housing Conservation and Development will hold a webinar on how to convert short-term leases to long-term leases at 6 pm on Wednesday, November 17th. Click here to register for the event.
Free transportation for the elderly and the disabled
The New York City Office on Aging provides free transportation services for seniors and disabled people living in certain community areas of the Bronx. For more information, please refer to the attached leaflet.
It is illegal to drive up prices. Bronxites can report sudden and unexpected growth in consumer products by calling the toll-free consumer hotline 800-697-1220. This line serves consumers from 8:30 am to 8:30 pm 7 days a week. For more information on this topic, click here.
Adopt a senior pet month
To celebrate the "Pet Month of the Elderly Pension Year", the New York City Animal Care Center will waive the adoption fee for all cats and dogs aged 8 years or older. For more information, see the leaflet attached above.
From October 4, 2021 to certain times in the summer of 2023, on-street parking and sidewalk access in certain neighborhoods will be restricted. For more details, please refer to the attached leaflet below.
According to reports, the final Bronx bus redesign plan initiated by the New York City Department of Transportation (an agency of the MTA) in 2019 is available for review and comment by Bronxians. The final plan can be read here: https://new.mta.info/bronxbusredesign, and comments can be submitted here: https://mta-nyc.custhelp.com/app/comments_bronxbus.
Congressman Jeffrey Dinowitz (AD 81) recently summarized the main content of the plan and how it might affect residents in the Northwest Bronx. The main impact is that 18% of the existing bus stations may be demolished to speed up services and improve efficient. You can read more about these deletions here.
A YMCA center recently opened at 1250 229th Street, northeast of the Bronx. More detailed information is provided in the attached leaflet.
The Northeast YMCA Center recently opened at 1250 229th Street in the Bronx. Flyers provided by the YMCA of Greater New York
The New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) announced on Friday, October 1 that the eight-month "hot season" in New York City has begun, during which all residential building owners must maintain indoor temperatures at daytime outdoor temperatures It is 68 degrees below 55 degrees. Regardless of the outdoor temperature, the indoor temperature must be kept at a minimum of 62 degrees overnight. The law requires building owners to provide 120 degrees hot water throughout the year. To file a complaint, tenants can dial 311, visit 311 online or use the 311Mobile app (on Android and iOS devices). Hearing-impaired tenants can lodge a complaint through (212) 504-4115 non-hearing or hearing-impaired key-press devices.
"Mom to Bee Exhibition" event
The annual "Mommy to Bee Expo" event will be held at Lehman College on Saturday, November 20th. There will be vendors, information and resources, health and wellness tips, prize draws and gifts. For more information, please refer to the attached leaflet below. This is an important resource and one-stop shop for expectant mothers. Guests can listen to discussions from health experts about breastfeeding, nutrition tips, childcare, work, WIC and postpartum physique. Suppliers will also sell spa/self-care products, health products, toiletries, party supplies, natural baby clothing, etc. In 2018, the infant mortality rate in New York City fell to a low of 3.9 per 1,000 live births, which has declined since 2017 (4.3 deaths per 1,000 live births). House prices in the Bronx are higher.
Due to recent COVID-19 regulations, all pregnant mothers and their guests are required to wear masks throughout the event and must show proof of vaccination/PCR testing. This will be checked on entry. Places are limited and registration is required in advance.
Alzheimer's disease research
Albert Einstein College of Medicine is looking for volunteers between the ages of 40 and 65 who live, work or visit in Co-op City or neighboring communities to participate in an exciting study that examines the food we eat, memory and Alz The relationship between the risks of Haimer disease. Volunteers will participate in virtual or face-to-face interviews and play brain games to evaluate their memory. Eligible participants will participate in four health education courses and receive monthly calls on the subject of following healthy eating or healthy aging, depending on the randomly selected group of volunteers. Eligible participants will receive time compensation. To learn more about multicultural healthy eating research, please call (718) 430-3823 or send an email to healthdiet326@gmail.com.
Free training from the New York City Department of Small Business Services
The New York City Department of Small Business Services is providing free online training to help business owners and employees in New York City. Click here for more information: http://nyc.gov/trainingemployees.
NYC Small Business Services provides free training for small businesses. Image courtesy of New York City Small Business Services
New York City Healthy Community Advisory Committee
New York City Health and Hospital is looking for volunteers to join its Community Advisory Board (CAB). Volunteers are sought to express their concerns about health care on behalf of their communities. CAB raises awareness of health care services and advocates for the public health care system. Anyone who is interested in obtaining more information or arranging interviews can send their name and contact information to Amir Abbady via email at abbadya@nychhc.org.
As of July 6, the New York Public Library has reopened all available locations in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island (except locations that are undergoing improvements or are being used by New York City). NYPL provides almost comprehensive services, including general library use and seating, unlimited browsing, laptop and computer access, etc. Face-to-face courses and courses will also resume in certain locations in July and will be expanded in the coming months. All people in NYPL locations still need to wear masks. The Van Cortland Library offers many initiatives for young people. Check out their youth newsletter and more at https://www.nypl.org/locations/van-cortlandt.
COVID-19 Vaccine and Information Conference for Children with Developmental Disabilities
Montefiore Children’s Hospital RFK CERC M.D. Lisa Shulman will co-host a network entitled "COVID-19 Vaccine and Children with Developmental Disabilities: Let’s Talk" with Montefiore Children’s Hospital at 7pm on Wednesday, November 17 Workshop-Einstein, Vax Facts DDNY, New York State Office of Developmental Disabilities and Planning Commission, and Rose F. Kennedy University Center of Excellence for Developmental Disabilities. Spanish interpretation will be provided. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/LetsTalkReg-Nov17... Need help registering? Phone: 718.839.7278. For more information, please refer to the attached leaflet below.
According to reports, the Mosholu Library at 285 E 205th Street, Bronx 10467 is providing extracurricular activities for residents. Click here for more information, and you can also view the flyer below. In addition, according to reports, the library has announced that it will waive late fees and offer many other fall courses.
NYPL after-school program flyer. Flyers provided by NYPL
Black Entrepreneur of New York (BE NYC)
Black entrepreneurs face huge obstacles and are seriously underrepresented among business owners in New York City. Although the black community currently accounts for 22% (1.9 million) of the New York City population, only 3.5% of New York City businesses are owned by black entrepreneurs. More black-owned companies have huge potential to start and grow. In September 2019, in collaboration with community members, organizations, advocates and leaders, Black Entrepreneur of New York (BE NYC) was established to help create fair opportunities by promoting black entrepreneurship. For more information, please click here.
New York State Emergency Rental Assistance Program Flyer Leaflet provided by the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) announced on Monday, September 13 that all 472 subway stations in New York City have installed security cameras. On September 11, cameras were deployed at station 472 of Broadway Station on Line G. Officials said that thousands of cameras have been deployed throughout the system since then. Last year, Sarah Feinberg, interim president of the New York City Department of Transportation, accelerated measures to expand the coverage of security cameras. She identified a new type of camera that can be deployed much faster than traditional cameras and at a cost. Much lower. As a result, officials stated that 200 of the 472 subway stations in the system were covered by security cameras in the past year.
Building Skills NYC is providing a free 3-month HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) training program. A flyer is attached below, which contains more detailed information.
Building Skills NY is providing training, coaching and support for workers. Image courtesy of New York Construction Skills
The New York City Department of Health Operations recently launched a pilot program to help stop illegal dumping of garbage and increase and focus its work in certain areas. So far, they have been to #Brooklyn CB5 and #Bronx CB2. They issue subpoenas, seize vehicles, and even arrest (and clean up the mess).
Illegal dumping leads to unsightly and unsafe conditions. Residents and businesses must abide by the rules; it is a legal and ethical responsibility to put garbage in the proper place. Report illegal dumping. You may even be eligible to participate in the agency’s reward/tip program. For more information, please visit: https://on.nyc.gov/3zjvhmd.
Montefiore Health System and United Healthcare Reach agreement
Montefiore Health System (MHS) and UnitedHealthcare have reached an agreement on a long-term contract to resume in-network access to all Montefiore Health System hospitals and healthcare providers from December 1, 2021 for UnitedHealthcare and Oxford employer-sponsored programs, and As UnitedHealthcare's Medicare dual special needs plan. According to hospital officials, the agreement restored in-network access to 10 Montefiore hospitals and more than 200 outpatient facilities in the Bronx, Westchester, Rockland, and Orange counties.
If you have not registered for Advance Child Tax Credit and your income is less than US$12,400 (single filer) or less than US$24,800 (joint filer), you must register before November 15 to receive it in 2021 Payment. Go to getctc.org for more information.
📢 New York family! 🔹If you have not received the #ChildTaxCredit (CTC) advance payment and 🔹Your income is less than $12,400 (single filer) or less than $24,800 (joint filer) ➡️ 💻 You must register before November 15 to be in 2021 Receive payment. Claim your CTC at https://t.co/Smn9gmarh9
— New York City Consumer and Worker Protection (@NYCDCA), November 8, 2021
Montefiore Health System and Albert Einstein College of Medicine will hold seminars throughout November to honor Preterm Birth Awareness Month. For more information, see the calendar below.
The partnership between Bronx Healthy Start and the Montefiore WIC program will host the Preterm Birth Awareness Day on Wednesday, November 17 at 11 am. Please refer to the attached leaflet below for more information.
Councillor Eric Dinowitz Constituency Office Hours
City Councillor Eric Dinowitz (CD 11) will hold constituency office hours in Bedford Park on November 16. For more information on other dates and times, please refer to the attached leaflet below.
New York University Steinhardt is conducting a study and is calling for participants who live in New York City and whose parents or guardians are from the African continent. For more information, please refer to the attached leaflet below. Participants received an Amazon gift card worth $25.
Remind you that off-road vehicles are illegal. Please refer to the attached leaflet below.
Bronx Healthy Start partnered with Montefiore-Einstein to launch "Let's Cook: Virtual Cooking Class". For more information, please refer to the attached leaflet below.
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