Preview - NYC Community Affairs Unit Update 7.1.2024

Dear fellow New Yorker:

June was Caribbean American Heritage Month, and this past week, Mayor Adams hosted a Caribbean-American Heritage reception to acknowledge and thank Caribbean-American New Yorkers for the many contributions they make to enrich our city.

This past weekend, Mayor Adams participated in the Harlem Pride Festival and marched in New York City’s Pride Parade to mark the culmination of Pride Month. It was wonderful to march in the world’s largest and oldest LGBTQ+ Pride march, and join the LBGTQ+ community in their festivities and reaffirm our commitment to equality for all.

Last week, we featured a list of free cultural events across New York City as the summer season starts. This past week, we kicked off our Summer of Possibility initiative. Visit here for information on summer activities such as visiting a pool, enjoying live music, and other outdoor recreations—as well as information on volunteering, finding a job, and more.

Finally, these possibilities are all thanks to the $112.4 billion budget that passed that invests in the future of our city and the working-class people who run it. This is a budget that invests in programs and services for all New Yorkers, and puts key investments in housing, childcare, and health care.

For the latest updates, please follow CAU on  Twitter  and  Facebook, and be sure to check out the Mayor's "Week In Review" video below.

All the best,

Fred Kreizman

Commissioner, Community Affairs Unit

Office of the Mayor

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Key Updates

Charter Revision Public Hearings

Don’t forget, right now, the Charter Revision Commission is holding public hearings to hear ideas from New Yorkers about how we can improve our city. Everyone has the chance to use their voice as we strive to make the five boroughs safer and more prosperous. You can join a meeting in person or via Zoom. Reinvention is the soul of New York City, and we can never be afraid to take on the status quo.

Upcoming Public Input Sessions Below :

Manhattan

Manhattan Public Hearing

When: Monday, July 8th , 5:00-8:00 PM

Where: Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, 515 Malcolm X Boulevard (at 135th Street), New York, NY 10037

Virtual location: A Zoom meeting link is also posted at nyc.gov/charter

Staten Island

Public Safety Public Hearing

When: Tuesday, July 9th, 5:00-8:00 P.M.

Where: Staten Island University Hospital North, 475 Seaview Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10305

Virtual Location: A Zoom link is posted to nyc.gov/charter

Bronx

Bronx Public Hearing

When: Thursday, July 11, 5:00PM - 8:00PM

Where: Fordham University, 441 East Fordham Road, Bronx, NY 10458

Virtual Location: A Zoom link is posted to nyc.gov/charter

You’re invited to join a virtual presentation and Q&A webinar hosted by NYC Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) Dining Out NYC Unit to learn and ask questions about the outdoor dining program.

Zoom webinar details:
When: July 8, 2024, 12:30 PM Topic: Dining Out NYC Presentation and Q&A Registration Required: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_nL1MoMDBR72lAYNlbXQ42A

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing webinar information.

Reminder:

NYC DOT Announces 60-Day Countdown to Apply for Permanent Outdoor Dining Program ‘Dining Out NYC’

Food service establishments (FSEs) currently participating in the temporary program must apply t o the Dining Out NYC program by August 3rd, 2024, to continue operating their current temporary outdoor dining setup. If by August 3rd, an FSE has not submitted a Dining Out NYC application, they must remove their current temporary outdoor dining setup at their sole cost and expense.

In case you missed it:

This weekend, @mayorsCAU Associate Commissioner joined the Congolese and the New York City African communities in raising the Democratic Republic of Congo flag. 🇨🇩 pic.twitter.com/QcvyMWWepB

— Mayor’s Community Affairs Unit (@mayorsCAU) July 1, 2024

.@mayorsCAU #Bronx Borough Director attended the 60th Anniversary of the Bronx Blue Angels & celebrated aviation! 🛩️ pic.twitter.com/QnamEJq9V7

— Mayor’s Community Affairs Unit (@mayorsCAU) July 1, 2024

Highlights From the City Hall Press Office:

Mayor Adams, Chancellor Banks Unveil More Equitable Vision for Future of New York City Public Schools With Signature Math Initiative and new Division of Inclusive and Accessible Learning

Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Public Schools Chancellor David C. Banks unveiled their vision for the future of the city’s public schools with the launch of “NYC Solves,” a major citywide initiative to raise math achievement so all students graduate with strong math skills.

Mayor Adams and Speaker Adams Announce Full Restoration of Libraries, Cultural Institutions in Upcoming Fiscal Year 2025 Budget

Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams announced the full restoration of funding to libraries and cultural institutions in the upcoming Fiscal Year 2025 Budget. A total of $58.3 million will be restored to the three New York City public library systems, while $53 million will be restored to cultural institutions through the Cultural Institutions Group and Cultural Development Fund recipients.

Mayor Adams, NYC Unity Project, and Mayor's Office of Equity & Racial Justice Announce new Investment to Enhance LGBTQ+ Services at Pride Health Center at NYC Health + Hospitals/Gotham Health, Judson

Mayor Eric Adams today announced new investments in The Pride Health Center at NYC Health + Hospitals/Gotham Health, Judson, one of seven Pride Health Centers in the city’s public health system offering culturally-sensitive and comprehensive gender-affirming health care services to LGBTQ+ patients.

Additional Resources:

NYCJobs: Get free career training and help finding a job in government or the private sector.

Food Help NYC: Free food locations including food pantries & soup kitchens.

NYC 988: NYC 988 is your connection to free, confidential crisis counseling, mental health and substance use support, information and referrals. You can reach the toll-free help line 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by phone, text and online chat.

Buildings After Hours: Free in-person information session with DOB staff every first and third Tuesday of the month from 4 PM to 7 PM at your local borough office.

Notify NYC: Enroll for free in New York City’s dedicated emergency public communications program.

311: Non-emergency municipal services available online, by texting 311-692, or by calling 3-1-1 from within the City or 212-NEW-YORK outside the five boroughs. TTY service is also available by dialing 212-504-4115.

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