As a current elected official seeking higher office, I am prohibited from sending mass mailings including digital newsletters to residents, even those subscribed to receive them every month, under the New York City Charter. This blackout period is mandated to begin 90 days ahead of the Democratic primary on June 22nd, 2021, starting on Wednesday, March 24, ending after the elections.
During this period of time, my government office will only be able to send correspondence specifically related to events, constituent service, the City budget, and health emergency-related announcements. You will still be able to contact my district office by phone at 212-860-1950, by email at [email protected], and on social media at @BenKallos on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Our full newsletter will still be available at BenKallos.com.
Tenants’ Rights Town Hall
On Thursday, June 3rd, 6pm – 8pm, my office will host a virtual Know Your Rights Town Hall specifically geared for tenants. At this event, you will learn about exemptions to rent increases for seniors and the disabled and we will have attorneys on hand to answer questions. You can watch the event live by visiting Facebook.com/BenKallos/Live.
First Friday remains one of my favorite parts of my job representing you as your Council Member. While my East 93rd Street office remains physically closed for everyone’s safety, we are still working remotely and remain here to help. Thank you to all the residents who participated in last month’s virtual First Friday.
You must RSVP by Thursday, June 3rd to participate.
Video Conference: RSVP for your URL (create a free account at Zoom.us)
Teleconference: RSVP to receive the number and access code
NYC Reopened at Full Capacity, New Guidance on Mask Use & Social Distancing
As of May 19th, capacity limitations will be lifted for most businesses, including retail, food services, gyms and fitness centers, amusement and family entertainment, hair salons, barber shops, and houses of worship. The indoor social gathering limit has also increased from 100 to 250 people. Businesses will only be limited by the space available for patrons to maintain the required social distance of six feet.
Also, following a recent announcement by the Governor, starting May 19th fully vaccinated New Yorkers are no longer required to wear a mask or physically distance in businesses and most public spaces, per the CDC’s new guidance for fully vaccinated people.Vaccinated people should continue to wear masks and social distance in schools, public transit, homeless shelters, correctional facilities, nursing homes, and healthcare facilities. For more information visit governor.ny.gov
Given that fully vaccinated individuals no longer need to maintain social distance in New York, businesses may eliminate the 6 feet of required social distancing and increase capacity if all patrons in the establishment have presented proof of full vaccination status through paper form, digital application, or the State’s Excelsior Pass.
For areas where vaccination status of individuals is unknown, the required social distance of six feet still applies until a higher percentage of New Yorkers are fully vaccinated. For more information, visit governor.ny.gov
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As of May 19th, capacity limitations will be lifted for most businesses, including retail, food services, gyms and fitness centers, amusement and family entertainment, hair salons, barber shops, and houses of worship. The indoor social gathering limit has also increased from 100 to 250 people. Businesses will only be limited by the space available for patrons to maintain the required social distance of six feet.