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Dear Neighbor,



This email focuses on issue updates, upcoming events and useful resources.



Immediately below, you will find an op-ed that I co-authored with Assembly
Member Dinowitz, my concerns about budget cuts to NYC schools, and updates
on COVID-19 testing and Monkeypox. I provide information on upcoming
community events, the August 23 Primary Election, and other community
updates further below in this email.



*Please note that if you are not registered to vote, Today, July 29 at
midnight is the deadline to register!* Additional details are provided
under “2022 Election & Voting Updates.”



I am pleased to share that *National Night Out Against Crime events will be
hosted by NYPD Precincts on Tuesday evening, August 2*. Details for the
NYPD 19th, 17th, and 13th Precinct events are provided below under
“In-Person & Virtual Community Activities.”



Stay safe and healthy. As always, if you have any questions or need
assistance, please email or call my office at [email protected] or
212-490-9535. If you need assistance with an unemployment issue, please click
here to complete an unemployment intake web form
<[link removed]>
so that my office can provide assistance:





Best,





Liz Krueger

State Senator







*Making Polluters Pay for Cleaning Up Their Mess*



Last week the New York Daily News published an op-ed that I co-authored
with Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz from the Bronx. In it we argue that
fossil fuel companies, not taxpayers, should be the ones to pay to clean up
the mess they've made of our climate. You can read the op-ed here:
[link removed]
.



Assm. Dinowitz and I carry a bill called the Climate Change Superfund Act
(S.9417/A.10556), which would implement a first-in-the-nation “polluter
pays” program, modeled on the existing state Superfund program, to charge
the largest fossil fuel companies for New York’s climate adaptation costs
while insulating consumers.



In light of the billions of dollars in damages that New York State has
suffered as a result of climate change, and the tens of billions more to
come in future decades, this legislation would collect $30 billion over ten
years for climate change adaptation from the parties most responsible for
causing the climate crisis - fossil fuel companies.

Right now consumers are facing pain at the pump as well as in their gas and
electric bills. At the same time, the oil and gas industry is raking in
enormous profits. The Climate Change Superfund Act will claw back some of
the oil and gas industry's recent windfall profits and use them for
adaptation costs that would otherwise be charged to state taxpayers. The
program is designed to prevent such costs from being passed on to consumers.


New Yorkers are already experiencing significant impacts from the climate
crisis – deadly superstorms, heatwaves, flooding, toxic algal blooms,
extreme weather of all kinds, and billions of dollars in damage to property
and critical infrastructure. According to one recent study
<[link removed]>,
by the middle of this century, the damage caused by climate change could
cost New York State nearly $10 billion dollars every year.

The total claim assessed against the fossil fuel industry as a whole would
be $30 billion, payable over ten years. To put that in perspective,
Gazprom, the Russian fossil fuel company, made $29 billion in profits last
year alone. ExxonMobil made nearly $6 billion in profits in just the first
quarter of this year.

Because the assessments are sunk costs that do not affect the marginal cost
of the product being sold, textbook economics says that the cost will
generally not be passed on to consumers. In addition, because companies
will not be paying the same assessment amount, there will be market
pressure preventing companies with larger assessments from charging more
for their product when competing against companies that faced smaller
assessments.

Funds would be dispersed to qualifying climate change adaptive
infrastructure projects, which are defined as projects designed to avoid,
moderate, or repair damage caused by climate change. These would include,
for example, storm water drainage systems, coastal wetlands restoration,
defensive upgrades to roads, bridges, and subways, air conditioning and
other upgrades to schools and public buildings, as well as projects to
adapt to damage to agricultural land or fisheries.

In line with the requirements of the CLCPA, at least 35% of expenditures
will go to projects that directly benefit disadvantaged communities.



The climate crisis is here, right now, and it's already causing billions of
dollars in damage and a growing death toll in New York State. We must begin
to make the investments necessary not only to mitigate future climate
change, but to adapt to and defend ourselves from the damage that's already
been done. The cost of inaction is inconceivable - in money, in lives, and
in countless other ways. Nonetheless, there will be a large price-tag to
the work we have to do, and it's only fair that the companies who made the
mess should pay for cleaning it up. The Climate Change Superfund Act is one
critical piece of the puzzle of funding our state's response to the climate
emergency.







*Rethinking NYC School Budget Cuts*



Earlier this month I sent a letter to Mayor Eric Adams and City Council
Speaker Adrienne Adams, urging them to rethink the large cuts to school
budgets across the city that are proposed to be implemented over the coming
year.



The budget cuts schools are being forced to absorb are inexcusable when
students, their families, and school staff are still struggling to recover
from the trauma and learning losses caused by the pandemic. At a time when
the Department of Education has received unprecedented levels of city and
state funding and has billions of dollars in unspent stimulus funds, our
schools should be providing enhanced academic and social-emotional support
services rather than cutting vital programing and increasing class sizes.



As the Chair of the Senate Finance Committee, I am all too aware that
extraordinarily difficult budget decisions must be made each year and
government cannot fund all worthwhile programs. However, I also know that
budgets reflect policy and political priorities, and every effort should be
made to protect funding that responds to the most pressing needs of
vulnerable New Yorkers. After the learning losses and upheaval of last
three school years, it is more important than ever that our public schools
receive the support they need.



To read the full letter, go to
[link removed]
.







*COVID-19 Testing Update*



· *Free At-home COVID-19 Tests for People Who Are Blind or Have Low
Vision: *The Biden-Harris Administration has launched a new initiative to
expand the availability of at-home tests that are more accessible for
people who are blind or have low vision. The tests work with a
Bluetooth-enabled smartphone/tablet app to provide users with audible
instructions, and audible test results. *Read more about the tests*
<[link removed]>
.



NOTE: Due to very limited supplies when the program began, each order
included only two test kits. People were asked to order these tests only if
they did not have options for using the traditional kits. As of July 8, the
program is expanding. *People will now receive 12 test kits with each order*.
In addition, *anyone* who is blind or who has low vision is now encouraged
to order the more-accessible tests.



Individuals who placed an order before July 7 and received only two tests
may place another order now to receive 12 additional tests.



*How to get the tests:*

o Order *online*
<[link removed]>
or by calling 1-800-232-0233.

o Each order will include two rapid-antigen tests that are more
accessible for people who are blind or have low vision.

o Orders will ship free, while supplies last.



*Disability Information and Access Line (DIAL)*

The trained staff at the Disability Information and Access Line (DIAL) can
provide assistance with:

o Ordering tests.

o Understanding instructions for test administration and test results.

o Providing alternative instructions for traditional at-home tests for
people who are unable to access, read, or understand the manufacturer’s
version.

o For those who cannot use an at-home test, DIAL operators can:

o Assist with ordering “swab and send” kits to collect a sample and mail
it back for results.

o Connect callers to local organizations for assistance locating other
testing options in their community, including in-home testing programs or
transportation or companion support to visit a community-based testing site.



Call 888-677-1199 Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Eastern) or email
*[email protected]* <[email protected]?subject=>.







*Monkeypox Update*



*Overview*

As of July 28, 21,148 cases of Monkeypox have been diagnosed globally, as
reported by the CDC. There are 4,906 cases in the U.S., 1,341 cases in New
York State, and 1,251 cases in New York City. In NYS, cases have been
diagnosed in 17 counties. A predominant majority of people who have been
diagnosed with this virus so far are gay, bisexual, or other men who have
sex with men; however, women and children have tested positive as well. *It
is very important to be aware that anyone can get Monkeypox and that
transmission does not only happen through sexual activity.* Monkeypox is
less contagious than COVID-19; however, there has been a steady increase in
cases, which is attributable to community transmission and increased
testing capacity.



*Declarations of Global and Local Public Health Emergencies*

On July 23, out of growing concern for public health in multiple countries,
the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the Monkeypox outbreak to be a
public health emergency of international concern
<[link removed]>.
In the U.S., New York and California have the highest case counts to date.
On July 28, NYS Health Commissioner, Dr. Mary Bassett, issued a Declaration
of an Imminent Threat to Public Health for Monkeypox Virus
<[link removed]>.
San Francisco Mayor London Breed and the San Francisco Department of Public
Health (SFDPH) declared a local public health emergency
<[link removed]>
.



*Containment Efforts*

Global, national, and local health agencies are actively working to raise
awareness and contain the Monkeypox outbreak. I encourage you to visit the
CDC <[link removed]>, NYC Health
Department
<[link removed]>, and NYS
Health Department
<[link removed]> Monkeypox
websites, which include information about the virus, testing, vaccination,
and treatment; resources; and data. *If you have symptoms, it is important
that you isolate from others immediately and contact a health care provider
for testing and evaluation.* People with weakened immune systems (from HIV
and other health conditions), older adults, children under the age of 8,
and pregnant people are at greater risk for severe illness from this virus.



The NYC Health Department has posted the following resources since my last
email:



· New York City’s Monkeypox Response
<[link removed]>

· Monkeypox Data page
<[link removed]>

· Search the NYC Health Map
<[link removed]> if you have symptoms of
Monkeypox and need a health care provider to get tested, or call 311

· How to Safely Wash Your Laundry if You Have Monkeypox
<[link removed]>

· How to Protect Yourself and Others from Monkeypox
<[link removed]>




To receive Monkeypox text alerts, you can text *“MONKEYPOX” to 692-692* to
receive alerts from the City and you can text *“MONKEYPOX” to 81336* to
receive alerts from the State.



Monkeypox is not common in the U.S., and therefore, there are some gaps in
what is known about the virus, for example:



· It is unknown if this virus can spread if a person is asymptomatic

· It is unknown if this virus can spread through saliva, semen,
vaginal fluids, or feces



The City and State Health Departments are posting new information about
Monkeypox as it becomes available so that New Yorkers know what preventive
measures to take, and what diagnostic and treatment options are available.



*Vaccine Supply*

A shortage of Monkeypox vaccine continues to be an issue, which is due to
several factors, including:



· JYNNEOS is the primary vaccine being administered globally for
prevention of the Monkeypox virus. The manufacturer of JYNNEOS is Bavarian
Nordic.

· This virus has been endemic in Central and West Africa; under the
current outbreak, cases have been diagnosed in over 70 countries, which
means that demand for the vaccine has increased exponentially.

· A significant quantity of vaccine doses was held up from being
shipped to the U.S. from a Bavarian Nordic facility; the FDA had not
inspected the plant and would not accept the findings
<[link removed]>
of an inspection conducted by a European Union regulatory agency, which
found the facility safe.



On July 27, the FDA announced
<[link removed]>
it has approved a supplement to the biologics license for the JYNNEOS
vaccine, allowing for additional manufacturing capabilities at one of the
plants where the vaccine is manufactured. Close to 800,000 doses have been
cleared for shipment to the U.S. and will soon be available for
distribution. U.S. City and State Health Departments and officials continue
to be in communication with the federal government, advocating for
proportional allocation of the vaccine.



If you or someone you know is trying to get an appointment to get
vaccinated, please check the NYC Health Department Monkeypox website,
following @NYCHealthy on Twitter, and sign up to receive text alerts from
the City for updates on appointment availability.



*Vaccine Eligibility*

At this time, people who are eligible for the vaccine include:



· Gay, bisexual, or other man who has sex with men, and/or
transgender, gender non-conforming, or gender non-binary

· Age 18 or older

· Have had multiple or anonymous sex partners in the last 14 days



People who have been informed by the Health Department that they are a
close contact of someone who was diagnosed with the virus can also get
vaccinated. Individuals who had Monkeypox are currently *not eligible* to
get vaccinated.



Eligibility may change as the outbreak evolves and as vaccine supply
increases. The NYC Health Department has posted the following *FAQs about
the JYNNEOS vaccine* that you can review: JYNNEOS Vaccine for Monkeypox:
Frequently Asked Questions
<[link removed]>







*Community Update Contents:*



Please click on the following links to go directly to the specified content
further below in this email. If links do not work properly, you may need to
click “view entire message” at the end of this page.



· 2022 Election & Voting Updates <#electionupdates>

· Federal Updates <#federalupdates>

· State Updates <#stateupdates>

· City Updates <#cityupdates>

· Other Updates <#otherupdates>

· Online & In-Person Meetings, Town Halls, and Webinars
<#meetingsandwebinars>

· COVID-19 and the Economy <#covidandeconomy>

· Physical and Mental Health Care, Health Insurance, Public Health,
Research <#healthcareupdates>

· Food <#foodupdates>

· Housing <#housingupdates>

· MTA/Transportation <#mtaupdates>

· Jobs, Job Training, Residencies, Internships, Fellowships
<#jobupdates>

· Grants & Scholarships <#grantsupdates>

· Volunteer Opportunities <#volunteerupdates>

· Social and Legal Services <#socialandlegalservicesupdates>

· Resources for Older Adults & Caregivers <#resourcesforolderadults>

· Resources for Small Businesses & Non-Profits
<#resourcesforsmallbusinesses>

· In-Person & Virtual Community Activities
<#communityactivityupdates>







*2022 Election & Voting Updates*



The next Primary Election Day is August 23, at which time New Yorkers will
vote for State Senators and Congressional Representatives. Please see the
following for upcoming voting deadlines and other information.



*Important Update Regarding the August 23 Primary:* The redistricting court
decision created a loophole in NYS election law that impacts the voting
options registered voters have for the August 23, 2022 Primary. Normally,
if you are registered to vote and want to enroll with a party or change
your party enrollment in advance of the Primary Election, you have until
February 14 to do so. Due to the loophole, if you are registered to vote
and want to register with a party or change your party affiliation, you can
do so up through August 23.



There are a couple of ways that you can change your party affiliation:

1. You can submit an updated voter registration form to the NYC Board
of Elections (BOE) office, indicating the party you would like to register
with for this Primary Election. If the NYC BOE processes the form in
advance of the Primary and your name is listed in the poll book with the
new party affiliation, then you can use the scanner to vote.


2. If your name is not listed in the poll book with the new party
affiliation, you can request an affidavit ballot to register your party
affiliation. You will then be able to caste an affidavit ballot.



*If you have already requested and submitted an absentee ballot*,

an affidavit ballot will not be counted.



However, *if you requested but did not submit the absentee ballot*,

you can still change your party affiliation and caste an affidavit ballot.



*Please Note:* although there has been reporting
<[link removed]>
of the loophole, and guidance on change of enrollment procedures
<[link removed]>
for the August 23 Primary Election has been sent to election commissioners,
the NYC and NYS Board of Election websites have not yet been updated to
reflect this information.





· *Voting Tips*

o You are required to wear a mask/face covering and maintain 6 feet of
distance when entering any Board of Elections facility

o *Important:* If you request an absentee ballot, you may not cast a
ballot on a voting machine for that election

o If you wish to vote by absentee ballot for the August 23rd Primary
Election (even if you requested an absentee ballot for the June Primary
Election), you will need to request a new absentee ballot. The deadline to
request an absentee ballot online is August 8th.

o If you do not want to worry about the NYC Board of Elections receiving
your absentee ballot by mail before the deadline, absentee ballots can be
dropped off in person at the Manhattan Board of Elections office, as well
as at Manhattan Early Voting and Election Day poll sites.

o If you requested an absentee ballot for the June 28 Primary and you
wish to vote by absentee ballot for the August 23 Primary, you must request
an additional absentee ballot (the deadline is August 8)

o Early Voting is quicker and less crowded



· *Important Dates and Deadlines*

o *July 29:* Voter registration deadline for the August 23 Primary

o *August 3:* Deadline to update your address in advance of the August 23
Primary

o *August 8: *Last day to submit a request for an absentee ballot for
the August 23 Primary (online)

o *August 13 – August 21: *Early Voting for the August 23 Primary

o *August 23: *Primary Election Day (polls are open from 6 a.m. – 9 p.m.)

o *August 23:* Deadline to postmark and mail your absentee ballot, or
return your absentee ballot in person; Deadline to change your party
affiliation for the August 23 Primary if you are eligible (see details
above)

o *October 29 – November 6: *Early Voting for the November 8 General
Election

o *November 8: *General Election Day (polls are open from 6 a.m. – 9
p.m.)



· *Voting Resources*

o Look up your Early Voting and Primary Election Day Poll Sites and View
a Sample Ballot: [link removed]

o Check the Wait Time to Vote at Your Early Voting Poll Site:
[link removed]

o Request an absentee ballot for the August 23 Primary Election:
[link removed]

o Track your absentee ballot: [link removed]

o NYC Board of Elections: 1-866-868-3692



· *General Election Ballot Proposals*: The NYC Racial Justice
Commission
<[link removed]>
has placed three non-partisan ballot proposals
<[link removed]>
on the 11/8/22 General Election ballot:

o Proposal #1: Add a Statement of Values to Guide Government
<[link removed]>

o Proposal #2: Establish a Racial Equity Office, Plan, and Commission
<[link removed]>

o Proposal #3: Measure the True Cost of Living
<[link removed]>



Click the links above to learn more.



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Federal Updates



· *Public Health Emergency Extended:* The Biden Administration has
extended the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE) for an additional 3
months. The PHE is now scheduled to expire on October 13, 2022.



· *Social Security Administration (SSA) – The Best Ways to Contact
Social Security:* Social Security Administration offices continue to expand
in-person service, however, you are strongly encouraged to continue going
online, calling for assistance, and scheduling appointments in advance.


- Online services allow you to apply for retirement, disability, and
Medicare benefits, check the status of an application or appeal, request a
replacement Social Security card (in most areas), print a benefit
verification letter, and more.

- If you are unable to complete your business online, you can call the
SSA at *1‑800‑772‑1213 *from 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. to speak to a
representative. For quicker access to a representative, try calling between
8 - 10 a.m. or between 4 - 7 p.m. SSA is less busy Wednesday – Friday and
later in the month. SSA also offers many automated telephone services 24
hours a day, without speaking to a representative.



While appointments are not required, they are *strongly recommended*. An
appointment reduces wait times, ensures that you know what documents to
bring, and reduces the number of visits to SSA offices. SSA offices tend to
be less busy later in the day, later in the week, and later in the month.
To learn more about scheduling an appointment and safety measures and
restrictions before visiting SSA offices, visit the SSA webpage, How to Get
Help from Social Security <[link removed]>.



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*State Updates*



· *July 27: *Governor Hochul Announces New York's Third Offshore
Wind Solicitation to Accelerate Clean Energy Development
<[link removed]>



· *July 26: *On 32nd Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities
Act, Governor Hochul Signs Legislative Package to Uphold and Strengthen
Rights of People with Disabilities
<[link removed]>



· *July 26: *Governor Hochul Announces Economic Development Awards
in Support of More Than 3,700 Jobs and Significant Capital Investments
<[link removed]>



· *July 25: *Governor Hochul Announces Continued Expansion of
Monkeypox Testing Capacity with Approval of Quest Diagnostics' New PCR
Testing Application
<[link removed]>



· *July 25: *Governor Hochul Announces Siting Approval of New
York's Largest Solar Facility to Date
<[link removed]>



· *July 22: *Governor Hochul Announces $15 Million Available in
Second Round of Funding to Support Abortion Provider Services
<[link removed]>



· *July 22: *Governor Hochul and the Office for the Prevention of
Domestic Violence Announce License Plate Redesign Contest in Celebration of
Agency's 30th Anniversary
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· *July 22: *Governor Hochul Announces Launch of New Online
Dashboards to Expand Access to Unemployment Data
<[link removed]>



· *July 20: *Governor Hochul Announces Portal Now Open for $30
Million in Additional Federal Funding to Expand Existing Child Care
Programs in Child Care Deserts
<[link removed]>



· *July 20: *Governor Hochul Announces New COVID-19 Preparedness
Initiatives to Protect Public Health and Support Ongoing Pandemic Response
<[link removed]>



· *July 20: *Governor Hochul Signs Legislative Package to Provide
Support and Resources to Protect Victims of Human Trafficking
<[link removed]>



· *July 20: *Governor Hochul Signs Legislative Package to Support
Public Housing Residents and Improve Conditions in NYCHA
<[link removed]>



· *July 19: *Governor Hochul Announces $75 Million in Awards to
Develop New Intensive Crisis Stabilization Centers
<[link removed]>



· *July 19: *Governor Hochul Announces Launch of Statewide
Workplace Sexual Harassment Hotline
<[link removed]>



· *July 18: *Governor Hochul Announces $5 Million in Funding to
Support the Launch of New and Existing Cannabis Accreditation Programs
<[link removed]>



· *July 15: *Governor Hochul Signs Legislation to Expand Pedestrian
and Bicyclist Safety
<[link removed]>



*State Agency Updates*



· *NYS Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) – REAL ID Deadline May 3,
2023:* The deadline to get a REAL ID is May 3, 2023. After that, a standard
license will no longer be accepted to board a plane or enter federal
facilities. With same-day and next-day appointments available at most DMV
offices across the state, now is the best time to upgrade and avoid the
last-minute rush. For additional information about why it is important to
get a REAL ID and how to apply, you can watch this short video
<[link removed]> and visit the NYS DMV Federal
REAL ID
<[link removed]>
web page.



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*City Updates*



· *Hurricane IDA Supplemental Funding Program, *NYC Mayor’s Office
of Housing Recovery Operations: Were you impacted by Post Tropical Storm
Ida? The NYC Mayor’s Office of Housing Recovery may be able to help!

o If you own a 1-4 family home that was uninhabitable because of damage
from Ida; and

o You applied for FEMA or were not eligible for FEMA assistance because
you are a landlord; and

o Have either been denied or received less than the amount needed to
complete repairs that would make the home habitable, then

o You may be eligible for assistance up to $72,000* to cover the cost of
the repairs to make the home habitable** and for mitigation measures to
protect against future damage.

*Application Deadline September 12, 2022*






**Subject to program policy guidelines. **Program habitability is defined
as having functioning heat, hot water, electricity, and gas (where
applicable) with at least one running tap with potable water and one
functioning toilet. For more information, please contact us! Phone: (212)
615-8329 Email: *[email protected]



· *“Summer Streets” Program 2022, August 6th, 13th, and 20th, 7
a.m. – 1 p.m.:* Mayor Adams and DOT Commissioner Rodriguez announced a
nearly two-mile expansion of the “Summer Streets” program, extending it for
the first time from the Brooklyn Bridge up to East Harlem in Manhattan and
restoring it to three Saturdays for the first time since 2019. the program
will offer fun and free activities along eight miles of car-free streets on
August 6th, 13th, and 20th from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM, along Park Avenue,
Lafayette Street, and Centre Street up to East 109th Street – including
free Citi Bike day passes available on August 6th with code SUMMER22. Visit
the Summer Streets website for additional details
<[link removed]>



· *Rainfall Ready NYC Action Plan Released:* Mayor Adams, DEP
Commissioner Aggarwala, and NYCEM Commissioner Iscol released a plan to
prepare the city government and everyday New Yorkers for more extreme
rainfall in the future. As climate change brings more extreme weather to
the five boroughs, the city is making significant investments in
infrastructure to keep New Yorkers safe, and the Rainfall Ready NYC
<[link removed]>
action plan outlines the additional steps New Yorkers can take to protect
themselves and their property.



· *July 27: *Mayor Adams Announces 'Rise Up NYC' Concert Series,
Presenting 10 Free and Safe Events for New Yorkers Through September
<[link removed]>



· *July 27: *Mayor Adams Releases Homeowner Handbook, Comprehensive
Guide to Help New Yorkers Protect, Maintain Their Homes
<[link removed]>



· *July 26: *Mayor Adams Announces $1.5 Million Investment in NYC
Small Business Resource Network
<[link removed]>



· *July 24: *Mayor Adams, NYC Health + Hospitals Announces $1
Million Anonymous Donation to Launch Student Loan Forgiveness Program for
Behavioral Health Professionals
<[link removed]>



· *July 18: *Mayor Adams Announces First Section of East Side
Coastal Resiliency Project Completed as Asser Levy Playground Reopens with
new Floodwall and Resilient Play Areas
<[link removed]>



*City Agency Updates*



· *NYC Department of Emergency Management and Cooling Centers:* On
extremely hot days, the National Weather Service may issue a heat emergency
advisory. During these heat emergency days, the City offers additional
resources for residents. Visit the NYC Department of Emergency
Managements *Beat
the Heat website*
<[link removed]>
to learn more about extreme heat in NYC.



During heat emergencies, the City will open cooling centers throughout the
five boroughs. Visit the *Cooling Center Finder*
<[link removed]>
or contact 311 (212-639-9675 for Video Relay Service, or TTY: 212-504-4115)
to find out whether a cooling center is open near you.



· *NYC Department for the Aging (DFTA) Launches Silver Stars
Program:* In DFTA’s continued efforts to fight ageism and give older adults
the opportunity to continue contributing to the workforce, the agency
launched a new program called Silver Stars
<[link removed]>.
Designed for retired civil servants who want to continue working, this
program is an opportunity for them to be hired by a City agency where they
can earn up to $35,000 working part-time, while continuing to receive
benefits from the City's pension system.



*This is a win-win, where qualified City retirees have an opportunity to
become employed and agencies are able to fill their needs with experienced
professionals.* DFTA is working closely with the Office of Management and
Budget to post positions and hire qualified individuals as quickly as
possible, and the Department of Citywide Administrative Services to make
sure City agencies are aware of how to hire a Silver Star, which helps them
save money on administrative expenses.

*To learn more about this opportunity*, you can visit the Older Adult
Employment
<[link removed]>
page on DFTA’s website, email [email protected], or call Aging
Connect at 212-Aging-NYC (212-244-6469).



· *NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) - BID
Development Grant Program: *The BID Development Grant Program will fund
community-based development organizations (CBDOs) to explore or further the
formation of a Business Improvement District (BID). BID Exploration and BID
Formation Grants will be available for CBDOs.



o *BID Exploration Grants* are available to either citywide or
place-based community-based development organizations (CBDOs) that are
currently working with local stakeholders interested in BID formation who
have not yet completed a needs assessment survey.

Ø A formal steering committee may or may not exist, and stakeholders may
need more information before agreeing to formally begin the BID formation
process.

Ø *Up to $20,000 per year* per neighborhood will be awarded to grantees
for initial funding of BID exploration.

Ø BID Exploration grantees will work in a cohort-based model with
technical assistance provided by SBS to undertake and complete a variety of
BID formation pre- and early-stage planning tasks in preparation for a
formal Formation effort.



Read the BID Exploration Grant program guidelines
<[link removed]>
for more information. Learn More and Apply
<[link removed]>.
*Applications
close on August 8, 11:59 PM.*



o *BID Formation Grants* are available to place-based community-based
development organizations (CBDOs) that are currently working with a formal
steering committee that has completed and analyzed needs assessment survey
data.

Ø Applicants may be in the planning or outreach phases of the BID
formation process (Learn more here
<[link removed]>
)*.*

Ø *Up to $100,000 per year* per neighborhood will be awarded to grantees
for the staffing, planning, and implementation of a BID formation proposal.



Read the BID Formation Grant program guidelines
<[link removed]>
for
more information. Learn More and Apply
<[link removed]>.
*Applications
close on August 8, 11:59 PM.*



· *NYC Districting Commission – Redistricting Public Hearings: *The
Districting Commission is charged with the mission of redistricting the
fifty-one City Council districts according to the 2020 Census and other
criteria mandated by the New York City Charter.



The New York City Districting Commission has *released draft maps for the
51 NYC Council districts*
<[link removed]>;
average resident count in a district grew from the current 160,710 to
172,882. These maps are based on the 2020 US Census, showing growth of
600,000+ new New Yorkers since 2010; and also on input from 500+ NYC
residents who testified at public hearings held in each borough last
spring.



The Commission will now hold another set of five hearings in each of the
boroughs to get public feedback on these new maps: Aug. 15, 16, 17, 18, and
22. More information can be found *here*
<[link removed]>.
Testimony may be provided via Zoom during the public hearings, by email at
*[email protected]*
<[email protected]>, and by mail at 235 Broadway, NY,
NY 10007.



To learn more about 2022 City Council Redistricting, you can also
visit the Citizens
Union Redistricting website
<[link removed]>
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*Other Updates*



· *Beyond Plastics Restaurant Guide:* After years of
pandemic-driven take-out orders, many consumers whose drawers are
overflowing with plastic straws, disposable plastic cutlery, and single-use
plastic packets of ketchup, soy sauce, and mustard are clamoring for less
plastic with their food. Fortunately, a new guide called “Hold The Plastic,
Please - A Restaurant’s Guide To Reducing Plastic
<[link removed]>” from Beyond Plastics
offers restaurants detailed, practical, and inspiring advice for how to
reduce the use of plastic in their operations and how to effectively convey
those changes to customers, reporters, and the general public.



The free guide offers practical advice, tools, resources (including funding
resources), and case studies, and is available at
<[link removed]>
[link removed].



*Why Does this Matter?*

o The United States generates more plastic waste than any other
nation. Between
9 and 15 million metric tons of plastic pollution enter the ocean each year
<[link removed]>
globally.

o Plastics damage the planet and endanger human health.

o The manufacture of plastics involves toxic chemicals including PFAS,
phthalates, and heavy metals. Plastics persist in the environment where
they can kill seabirds and animals
<[link removed]>
and eventually break down into tiny pieces called microplastics that
contaminate
the food chain
<[link removed]> and travel
through our air and water
<[link removed]>.
Even when used under regular conditions, the chemical additives in plastics
can leach into food. Tiny fragments of plastics called nanoplastics have
been found in all three sides of the human placenta
<[link removed]>, in breast milk
<[link removed]>, in the bloodstream
<[link removed]>,
and in lung tissue
<[link removed]>.


o Plastics release toxins when they are burned
<[link removed]> in
incinerators, polluting our air, water, and soil. It’s important to note
that plastics manufacturing facilities, incinerators, and landfills are
overwhelmingly located in low-income communities and communities of color,
jeopardizing the health of residents and posing a major threat to
environmental justice.

o Plastics are also a major contributor to our growing climate change
crisis. As of 2020, the U.S. plastics industry is responsible for at least
232 million tons of CO2e gas emissions per year and is on track to surpass
the greenhouse gas emissions of the U.S. coal industry by 2030
<[link removed]>.



· *The Open Plans nonprofit
<[link removed]>
is working to establish more open streets near schools*, and is reaching
out to administrators, teachers, students and parents at these schools
<[link removed]>
on the Upper East Side to learn more about the needs of those schools. If
you are connected to one of these schools, or know someone who is, email
[email protected].



· *Survey on Health Equity and Access to Care in New York City: *The
CUNY School of Public Health is holding focus groups on Health Equity and
Access to Care (HEAC) in New York City. In the survey, the School of Public
Health is inviting New Yorkers, 18 years and older, to take part in a focus
group study that seeks to better understand their experiences accessing
healthcare in New York City. This will involve participating in an online
(Zoom) focus group discussion, lasting 1.5 - 2 hours with approximately
6-10 participants.

In order to participate, participants must: 1) currently reside in NYC, and
2) have obtained, or tried to obtain, healthcare in a hospital in NYC in
the past 12 months. To learn more details about the survey, as well as how
to participate, view the flyer on it
<[link removed]>
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*Online & In-Person Meetings, Town Halls, and Webinars*



· *President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland on the
economy and inflation, Tuesday, August 2, 1 p.m.: *With inflation at a
40-year high, the Federal Reserve continues to raise interest rates even as
the economy shows signs of slowing. Loretta J. Mester, president of the
Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland, joins Washington Post global economics
correspondent David J. Lynch to discuss the Fed’s plan to tamp down on
inflation and the concerns that it could induce a recession. Register Here
<[link removed]>



· *CB 8 Street Life Committee, Tuesday, August 2, 6:30 p.m.: *New
Applications and Change Applications to the New York State Liquor Authority
for Liquor Licenses. Register Here
<[link removed]>



· *Juju Chang on covering rising anti-Asian bias and violence,
Thursday, August 4, 10 a.m.: *Juju Chang, co-anchor of ABC News’
“Nightline,” has covered breaking news for decades, reported on stories
from violence against women to climate change and sat down for interviews
with major global figures. Join Washington Post’s Michelle Ye Hee Lee for a
conversation with the veteran journalist about covering the rising hate
against Asian Americans during the coronavirus pandemic and her
trailblazing career. Register Here
<[link removed]>



· *DOHMH Virtual Rat Academy Training With Council Member Julie
Menin, Wednesday, August 10, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.: *At this free rat academy
training hosted by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH)
and sponsored by Council Member Menin, building supers and staff,
homeowners and tenants, and managing companies all get to learn about rat
prevention methods. Register Here
<[link removed]>



· *CB6 Executive Committee, Wednesday, August 17, 6:30 p.m.:*
Agenda TBD. Register Here
<[link removed]>



· NYC Small Business Services calendar of upcoming information
sessions and webinars for small businesses
<[link removed]>



*In Case You Missed Viewing It:*



· If you were unable to attend *Senator Krueger’s July 21 Virtual
Town Hall*, “Sharing Our Streets: How Better Design Can Make Streets Safer
And More User Friendly For Everyone,” click here to view a recording of the
Town Hall
<[link removed]>
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*COVID-19 and the Economy*



· New York by the Numbers - Monthly Economic and Fiscal Outlook
<[link removed]>,
by NYC Comptroller Brad Lander, No. 67 – July 11, 2022.



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*Physical and Mental Health Care, Health Insurance, Public Health, Research*



· Abortion is legal and protected reproductive health care in New
York. Abortion services are still available to all patients seeking care.
Patients seeking a medication abortion may be able to receive their
medicine by mail without visiting their doctor's office. To learn more,
access resources, and for help getting services, visit
*[link removed]*
<[link removed]>
.



In New York, information and resources are also available *here*
<[link removed]>
.



HHS has launched a new website, *ReproductiveRights.gov*
<[link removed]>,
to provide accurate, up-to-date information about access to and coverage of
reproductive health care and resources.



Additionally, New York Attorney General Letitia James, 24 national law
firms, and eight reproductive rights organizations announced the *launch of
a legal hotline*
<[link removed]>
that will provide legal guidance and resources to patients, healthcare
providers, and supporters seeking information about their legal rights to
access and provide abortions. The legal hotline, which is part of Attorney
General James’ new Pro Bono Task Force on Reproductive Health, will be
available to anyone who is seeking legal information and legal advice about
abortions in New York, patients seeking to travel to New York to obtain an
abortion, healthcare providers, and people and organizations providing
material support. The hotline is free and will be available in the 12 most
common languages spoken in New York.



Hotline Number: *(212) 899-5567*



Learn more about the hotline and other NY resources *here*
<[link removed]>
.



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*Food*



· Get Food NYC:
<[link removed]>
Visit this online map to find locations that offer free food (food
pantries, soup kitchens), as well as grocery stores and farmers’ markets.



· *NYC Department of Education (DOE) Summer Meals:* Starting June
28, NYC DOE will offer free breakfast and lunch meals at sites across the
City, including schools, parks, and pools. No identification or application
is required, and meals will be available Monday – Friday. Breakfast will be
served from 8 – 9:15 a.m. and lunch will be served from 11 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
at designated sites. Click here to view additional details
<[link removed]>



· *NYC Neighborhood Food Resource Guides:* Hunter College New York
City Food Policy Center has compiled these resource guides to help New
Yorkers find free and low-cost food resources in their community, as well
as social services and additional resources for New Yorkers.

o NYC Food Resource Guide: Upper East Side
<[link removed]>

o NYC Food Resource Guide: Midtown
<[link removed]>

o NYC Food Resource Guide: Stuyvesant Town/Turtle Bay
<[link removed]>



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*Education, Libraries, Student Loans*



· *2022 Virtual Speech & Debate Summer Camp:* The American Debate
League’s one-week summer debate camps
<[link removed]>,
are held virtually every week until 8/26. Leaders of Tomorrow scholarships
<[link removed]>
are available. Summer Camp offerings include courses on public speaking &
public forum debate (elementary and middle school levels), intro to speech
(elementary and middle school levels), public forum debate (high school
level), Lincoln Douglas Debate (high school level), policy debate (high
school level), and competitive speech (middle and high school levels).
Debaters of all skill levels are welcome.



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*Housing*



· Looking for Affordable Housing in New York? Here’s Where to Find
It
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- *Enter your household income and size, and we’ll tell you what housing
programs you may be eligible for and how to apply (NY Times)



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*MTA/Transportation*



· *Masks Are Required When Riding Public Transportation:* All
individuals regardless of vaccination status are required to wear a mask
when taking public transportation, including subways, buses, taxis, ride
sharing services, trains, and airplanes. This is a federal requirement and
an important safety measure to protect yourself, others, and public health.



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*Jobs, Job Training, Residencies, Internships, Fellowships*



· *Ready to Join the Force? Law Enforcement Program Applications
are Live:* A career in law enforcement is waiting for you! Several state
agencies are recruiting police officers, and the application period for New
York State’s Entry-Level Law Enforcement Examination Program to fill those
positions is now open!



This multiple-choice Civil Service exam provides opportunities within New
York State’s:

o Environmental Conservation Police

o Forest Rangers

o University Police

o Park Police



Plus, it’s used to fill police officer and deputy sheriff roles at some
local municipalities. *The exam application process runs through August 3. *Go
to cs.ny.gov/police/
<[link removed]>
to find out more about the program and to start your career as a member of
New York State law enforcement.



· *NYS Department of Labor (DOL) is Hiring:* Now is your chance to
join the DOL team and help other New Yorkers get the support they need in
the world of work. Right now, the NYS DOL has openings for the general
public as well as positions open only to current state employees.
Competitive positions open only to state employees include Investigative
Officers, Directors of Human Resources, Office Assistants, Employment
Counselors, and more.



Positions that are open to the general public include Investigative
Officers, Project Coordinators, Labor Service Representatives, Directors of
Immigrant Workers, and more. There are options to suit any interest or
level of experience. *For more information about job openings at the DOL,
visit: *statejobs.ny.gov
<[link removed]>*and
search vacancies in the Department of Labor.*



· *City of New York Jobs: *The City of New York is hiring! Search
for open positions and learn more about NYC government employment *here*
<[link removed]>.




Many City jobs require a civil service title. The NYC Department of
Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) is responsible for administering
civil service exams. Find out about upcoming civil service exams citywide
by subscribing to the DCAS mailing list and select "City Jobs and Civil
Service Announcements” to receive announcements for upcoming exams. *Learn
more here*
<[link removed]>
.



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*Grants and Scholarships*



· *Lower Manhattan Cultural Council Grant Programs:* Lower
Manhattan Cultural Council announced the launch of its three 2023 grant
programs: Creative Engagement, Creative Learning, and UMEZ Arts Engagement.



The grants support Manhattan-based artists, arts groups, and
community-focused organizations in sharing rich arts activities with the
public. Creative Engagement and Creative Learning grants provide technical
support to applicants and awards of up to $10,000 to enable hunds of arts
projects in all disciplines, serving communities from Inwood to The
Battery. Umez Arts Engagement grants provide technical support to
applicants of up to $10,000 to enhance the diversity and frequency of arts
and cultural presentations in Upper Manhattan.



To learn more about these grant programs, you can register to attend an
information session.

o *Creative Engagement & Creative Learning:*

Ø *Monday, 8/1, 3–5 p.m.:* Hosted in partnership with Chinese American
Arts Council. Chatham Square Library, 33 East Broadway: Presented in
Mandarin Chinese. RSVP Here
<[link removed]>

Ø *Tuesday, 8/30, 4–6 p.m.:* Hosted in partnership with Community Word
Project & NYC Arts in Education Roundtable. ASL interpretation available. RSVP
Here
<[link removed]>

Ø *Wednesday, September 7, 6-8 p.m.:* Hosted in partnership with The
Alliance of Resident Theatres/New York. RSVP Here
<[link removed]>

o *Creative Engagement & Umez Arts Engagement:*

Ø *Thursday, 7/28, 6–8 p.m.:* Hosted in partnership with the Northern
Manhattan Arts Alliance Esta sesión será en ingles y español. This session
presented in English and Spanish. RSVP Here
<[link removed]>

Ø *Tuesday, August 16, 4–6 p.m.:* Hosted in partnership with Harlem Arts
Alliance. ASL interpretation available. RSVP Here
<[link removed]>



*The application deadline is Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at 5 p.m.*



· *New York Foundation for the Arts (NYFA) Grants:*



o *Rauschenberg Medical Emergency Grants: *NYFA administers the Rauschenberg
Medical Emergency Grants
<[link removed]>
(funded by the Robert Rauschenberg Foundation) which provides one-time
grants of up to $5,000 for recent unexpected medical, dental, and mental
health emergencies to artists in financial need who are practicing in the
visual arts, film/video/electronic/digital arts, and choreography. To be
eligible to apply, your average adjusted gross income for the last two
years you’ve filed tax returns must be no greater than $75,000 ($150,000
for joint filers).



This is a competitive grant program. Before applying, please review
eligibility requirements and types of eligible expenses. This one-time
grant does not cover lost wages, living expenses, or medical care for
individuals other than the artist. Cycle 14 is now open, with a deadline of
Tuesday, August 2, 11:59 p.m., for emergencies occurring December 1, 2021
and later.



Apply Here
<[link removed]>



o *Rauschenberg Dancer Emergency Grants:* NYFA provides one-time Rauschenberg
Dancer Emergency Grants
<[link removed]>
of up to $5,000 to professional dancers in need, who have a dire financial
emergency due to the COVID-19 pandemic and its consequences. To be eligible
to apply, your average adjusted gross income for the last two years you’ve
filed tax returns must be no greater than $75,000 ($150,000 for joint
filers).



You may request funding for eligible expenses for up to a three-month
period, ranging from four months before the grant deadline through four
months after the grant deadline. Please review the grant program web page
for additional details to determine if you are eligible, as well as
information regarding eligible and ineligible expenses.



Grant Cycle 4 is now open with a deadline of August 19. Cycle 5 will open
on September 13 with a deadline of October 14.



Apply Here
<[link removed]>



*Questions about either grant* may be sent to the Rauschenberg Grants
Coordinator at [email protected], or 212-366-6900 x 239.



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*Volunteer Opportunities*



· *Volunteer to Support Older Adults: *On June 9, the Department
for the Aging (DFTA) launched a new volunteer portal to make it easier for
individuals and public/private partners to sign up for opportunities to
support older adults. With the portal's new streamlined process, New
Yorkers can see what opportunities are available and register online.



To learn more about these opportunities, click here
<[link removed]>
to explore the new portal.



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*Social and Legal Services*



· *Grandparent Resource Center (GRC): *The Department for the
Aging’s (DFTA) Grandparent Resource Center can help older adults with
primary caregiver responsibilities for their grandchild or another young
relative. *Grandparent Resource Center services include:*

o Workshops on legal issues, benefits and entitlements, nutrition,
budgeting, and other topics

o Referrals and information about available resources and services

o Peer support groups and guidance on starting individual groups

o Virtual Empowerment Series course for kinship caregivers

o Computer classes and technology support

o Parenting a Second Time Around classes

o Grandparent Sensitivity training, Kinship Care 101 for professionals
and the basics of kinship care for caregivers



For more information about the GRC, visit
*[link removed]*
<[link removed]>,
or call 212-AGING-NYC or 212-244-6469.



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*Resources for Older Adults & Caregivers*



· *VNS Resources and Classes*

o Best Qualities of a Good Caregiver
<[link removed]>

o How to Help Someone Who Has Fallen
<[link removed]>

o *Zumba Gold Series:* Live *Zumba Class* every *Monday* hosted by
CHOICE *10:00am
– 11:00am* (Click here
<[link removed]>
to join)

o *Let's Kick It Kickboxing: *Live Class every *Tuesday *hosted by
SelectHealth* 1:00pm- 2:00pm *(Click here
<[link removed]>
to join)

o *Virtual Exercise Series for Seniors:* Live *Chair Exercise* every
*Tuesday* and live *Chair Yoga* every *Thursday* hosted by CHOICE *10:00am
– 11:00am* (Click here
<[link removed]>
to join)

o *Hip Hop ’Til You Drop: *Live Class every *Thursday *hosted by
SelectHealth* 1:00pm- 2:00pm *(Click here
<[link removed]>
to join)

o *Tai Chi Series:* Live *Tai Chi Class* every* Friday *hosted by
CHOICE *10:00am
– 11:00am* (Click here
<[link removed]>
to join)



· *New York-Presbyterian Event*

o *HealthOutreach: Senior Fitness (60+ and Older), Monday, August 1:*
HealthOutreach invites you to join Senior Fitness Aerobics Class. Aerobic
exercise keeps your muscles strong, which can help you maintain mobility as
you get older. Exercise can also lower the risk of falls and injuries from
falls in older adults. And it can improve your quality of life. *If you
would like to join the class please call us at 212-932-5844 or email
[email protected] <[email protected]> to become a member of the HealthOutreach
program.*



· *Tech Tutoring for Older Adults:* AARP Senior Planet is offering
virtual, 1-on-1 tech tutoring sessions over Zoom. Volunteers from Verizon
will help you with any technology-related questions you might have. You do
not need to own a Verizon device to take advantage of this free opportunity!



To register for personalized assistance, please visit
seniorplanet.org/tech-tutoring
<[link removed]>.
Select your preferred language, and fill out a sign-up form. Need
assistance? Email Rebecca Altneu at [email protected]. (Senior Planet offers
much more than this: exercise classes, book clubs, social media and smart
phone tutoring; see them all and sign up for their newsletter here
<[link removed]>
.)



· *Housing Education Series for Older Adults:* Manhattan Community
Board 7's Senior Task Force sponsored a virtual housing education series
for older adults on obtaining housing, maintaining housing, and thriving in
housing. Please click on the links below to view each webinar.

o Session I - Obtaining Housing
<[link removed]>: Learn how to navigate the
housing search process, including waitlists, housing lotteries, income
verifications, and types of affordable housing.

o Session II - Maintaining Housing
<[link removed]>: Resources to help
tenants maintain housing, including rental assistance, benefits and
entitlements, and basic human rights.

o Session III - Thriving in Housing
<[link removed]>: Community resources and
organizations working in CB7 that can help tenants thrive in their housing.
Some of these resources might be available to you as well.



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*Resources for Small Businesses and Non-Profits*



· *PACE University SBDC Updates:*

o *Expanded Eligibility for the NYS Pandemic Small Business Recovery
Grant Program: *The NYS Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grant Program
<[link removed]>
now has an expanded range of eligibility, enabling more small businesses to
apply for grant funds. Under the revised guidelines, the demonstration of
positive net profit on 2019 Business Tax Return ($1 or greater) will no
longer be considered. This means businesses who reported a net loss in 2019
may now be eligible.



Existing applicants will be reexamined and contacted by Lendistry (please
do not submit a new application.) If you have not yet applied, check out
the application guide PowerPoint Presentation
<[link removed]>
<[link removed]>or
the program FAQ Document
<[link removed]>
for more information.



*Not Sure if You Are Eligible?* Not a problem! The PACE University SBDC
team of business advisors would be happy to meet with you one-on-one and
help you determine your eligibility for this program. They can also answer
any questions you have regarding this grant or other COVID-19 relief
programs you're interested in. Contact the Pace University SBDC to schedule
a 1:1 advisory session at no-cost to you.
<[link removed]>



o *COVID-19 Capital Costs Tax Credit Program: *The $250 million COVID-19
Capital Costs Tax Credit Program
<[link removed]>
provides a tax credit of of up to $25,000 to eligible NYS businesses that
made investments to comply with pandemic-related emergency orders and
regulations, or to increase public safety.



The tax credit is calculated as 50% of qualifying expenses up to a maximum
of $25,000 in tax credits based on qualifying expenses of $50,000 and is
open to all small independently owned and operated NYS businesses with 100
employees or less and gross receipts of less than $2.5 million. In
addition, a small business must have incurred at least $2,000 of qualifying
expenses between January 1, 2021 and December 31, 2022.



*Qualifying expenses include costs such as:*

Ø structural changes and building upgrades (eg. retrofits to accommodate
social distancing and installation of air purifying equipment).

Ø health-related supplies and materials (eg. supplies to disinfect and
physical barriers and sneeze guards to protect against COVID-19
transmission).

Ø machinery and equipment to accommodate contactless sales and increased
outdoor activity.



For a full list, check out the COVID-19 Capital Costs Tax Credit Program
<[link removed]>
website. To get started and see whether your business qualifies, complete
NYS's required eligibility screening tool
<[link removed]>
.



Have questions about this program? Want to discuss your entrepreneurial
challenges with a NYS-certified business advisor? Contact the Pace SBDC
<[link removed]>
to schedule a no-cost, one-on-one virtual appointment for business
counseling.



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*In-Person & Virtual Community Activities*



· *National Night Out Against Crime Events, Tuesday, August 2:*

o *NYPD 19th Precinct National Night Out In Carl Schurz Park, Tuesday,
August 2, 5:00pm-8:00pm (86th Street and East End Avenue):* Arts & Crafts,
Raffles & Prizes, Pop-Up Barre Class by Pure Barre @ 6:30pm, Ice Cream &
Food

o *NYPD 17th Precinct National Night Out, 5-8 p.m., Dag Hammarskjold
Plaza (47th Street between 1st & 2nd Avenues): *Burgers and Dogs Grilled by
New York’s Finest, Bouncy House and Carnival Games for Kids, Live Music by
B.D. Lenz All Stars, Photo Ops with Police Vehicles, Treats from Insomnia
Cookies, Crime Prevention Info, and Community Organization Giveaways!



o *NYPD 13th Precinct National Night Out, 5-8 p.m., Augustus St. Gaudeus
Playground (2nd Avenue between 19th & 20th Streets):* Join the 13th
Precinct Community Council on their National Night Out Against Crime! Enjoy
entertainment, safety/health information, and promotional giveaways.



· *Carl Schurz Park Conservancy Sunset Films*

o *Babe*, Wednesday, August 3, 8:30 p.m.

o *Encanto*, Wednesday, August 10, 8:30 p.m.



Movies are held in the Basketball/Hockey Court (84th – 85th Streets). Free
popcorn and Insomnia Cookies at the film showings. In the event of the
threat of rain, please visit the Carl Schurz Park website,
www.carlschurzparknyc.org, or call the Carl Schurz Park Conservancy,
212-459-4455, after 1:00 for rain date information. View a Map of Carl
Schurz Park <[link removed]>



· *Dance Party NYC, Saturday, August 6:* One day, five
boroughs—join the New York Public Library (NYPL) for Dance Party NYC, a
joyous citywide festival of music and movement, and discover Summer at the
Library, including NYPL book giveaway for kids and teens, programs for all
ages, and more.



The Library is hosting parties at more than 20 locations, including a K-Pop
dance party at the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building in Midtown Manhattan!
Plus, there are more than 50 dance parties happening at other locations
across the five boroughs—from live salsa bands and silent discos to block
parties and family dance classes. Find dance party locations near you and
additional details! <[link removed]>



· This year’s second production of Public Theater’s Shakespeare in
the Park is As You Like It
<[link removed]>
opening 8/10 and running through 9/11. Ticketing options:

o In-person distribution in Central Park
<[link removed]>
;

o In-person lottery at The Public Theater
<[link removed]>
;

o In-person distribution in the boroughs
<[link removed]>
;

o A digital lottery with TodayTix
<[link removed]>;
and

o In-person standby line in Central Park
<[link removed]>
.



· *Picnic Performances at Bryant Park:* From May 27-September 17,
enjoy 26 live, in-person music, dance, and theater events. Click here to
view additional details <[link removed]>.



· *Concerts in the Park:* The schedule for the New York
Philharmonic Concerts in the Parks is now available to view. The first
concert in Central Park is scheduled for June 15. All performances start at
8 p.m. except for the indoor performance on Staten Island. Click here for
the performance schedule and details <[link removed]>.



· Lincoln Center calendar of August activities
<[link removed]>



· NYC Parks Free Summer Movies Under the Stars:
<[link removed]> view
the calendar of movie viewings scheduled throughout the 5 boroughs.



· Beat the Heat: Stay Cool at NYC Parks this Summer
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*District Office*: 211 East 43rd Street, Suite 1201 | New York, NY 10017
<[link removed]>
|
(212) 490-9535 | Fax: (212) 499-2558
*Albany Office*: Legislative Office Building, Room 808 | Albany, NY 12247 |
(518) 455-2297 | Fax: (518) 426-6874
*Email*: [email protected] | *On the Web*:
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