Dear Neighbor,

I hope you had a great Memorial Day weekend!

I am writing to invite you to upcoming community events hosted by my office in partnership with our city agencies and community based organizations. I am also sharing information to keep you updated on transit upgrades and free resources that are available to you and your neighbors.

Please see the flyers below for more information on all community events and updates. Feel free to share these with your family and friends!

As always, if you have any questions please call my office at 718-792-1140.

In Community,

Hon. Amanda Farías

Council Member, District 18

Beginning Monday, June 12 through mid-July, please be advised that due to station improvements there will be a 24/7 bypass of the Westchester Sq-E Tremont Ave station on Pelham Bay Park-bound 6 trains.

Travel Alternatives:

• Customers can use nearby Zerega Avenue or Middletown Rd stations.
• For service to this station, take the 6 to Middletown Rd and transfer to a Manhattan-bound 6.
• For service from this station, take the 6 to Zerega Avenue and transfer to a Pelham Bay Park-bound 6.

Travel Tip:

• Consider the Bx4 bus on Westchester Ave, connect with 6 trains at Zerega Avenue.

Customers can call 511 for service-related information and customer service.

NYC DOT is making safety improvements beginning this June along Lafayette Avenue from Metcalf Avenue to Havemeyer Avenue.

Please see the below flyer for more information.

Are you Interested in Reimagining the Cross Bronx?

Here are some important new ways you can stay involved in the planning process:

• The New Reimagine the Cross Bronx website: You'll find information on upcoming events, news about the planning process, and more, in English and Spanish.
• Sign up for the Newsletter: If you'd like to continue receiving email updates on the planning process, please sign up for our newsletter here. 
• Join an Upcoming Event: There are three in-person events to attend in June. See the flyers below for more information.