Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

December 31, 2021 at 12:35 AM

New Year's Greetings & Farewell

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, For the last eight years, I’ve had the privilege of serving District 6 on the Upper West Side of Manhattan and the City of New York. I’ve been humbled by the experience. They say that Upper West Siders are opinionated and passiona…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

December 13, 2021 at 6:59 PM

Upcoming Events & Other Community Updates

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, A reminder to all that my office will be closing at the end of the month. Our incoming Council Member, Borough President Brewer, will have the same constituent office at 563 Columbus Avenue and the same phone number: (212) 873-0282. …

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

December 3, 2021 at 12:38 AM

Housing Clinic Video, Fighting for More Rental Assistance Funding, & Community Resources

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, Thank you to everyone who joined us on Wednesday evening for our December Housing Clinic featuring a presentation on troubleshooting the NYS Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) & other Rental Arrears assistance, led by TakeRoo…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

December 1, 2021 at 5:11 PM

Viewing Info for Tonight's Housing Clinic + "Aging in Place" Webinar this Thursday!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) ** Dear Neighbors, ------------------------------------------------------------ We hope to see you at tonight's Virtual Housing Clinic, which begins at 6pm. We will be joined by attorneys from TakeRoot Justice. Tonight's topic: troubleshooti…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

November 29, 2021 at 7:54 PM

This Week! Final Housing Clinic + "Aging in Place" Webinar

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, Just a reminder about two important events this week! Tenants with legal and/or housing court-related questions are warmly invited to join our final Housing Clinic this Wednesday, December 1st, from 6 to 7pm. Our topic is: troub…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

November 26, 2021 at 6:51 PM

Next Week! Final Housing Clinic + "Aging in Place" Webinar

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, Please join us for two important events in the coming days! Older adults with questions about resources for aging in place -- including Medicaid-funded home care, Pooled Income Trusts, and technology tools like TeleHealth -- are…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

November 23, 2021 at 5:08 PM

Dec 7th: Free Mammograms/Breast Screening Services on the UWS

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, Please help us spread the word that the American-Italian Cancer Foundation's Mammogram Bus will be providing free breast health screenings on Tuesday, December 7th, from 9am – 4:30pm. Location: Project FIND Clinton Older Adult C…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

November 18, 2021 at 1:18 AM

Outreach to NYers Experiencing Street Homelessness, Curbside Composting News, Upcoming Events & More

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, In the last two years especially, our office has received numerous calls and emails from constituents with concerns about unsheltered people living on the streets of the Upper West Side. What we are seeing now is the result of issues…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

November 5, 2021 at 8:19 PM

Housing Clinic Video, Thoughts on Election Results & Community Updates

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, We now know who will lead New York City beginning January 1, 2022. Eric Adams' clearest message centers around running our city more equitably, efficiently, and effectively. I agree that getting government to work for New Yorkers is …

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

November 3, 2021 at 3:20 PM

Viewing Info for Tonight's Housing Clinic!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) ** Dear Neighbors, ------------------------------------------------------------ We hope to see you at tonight's Virtual Housing Clinic, which begins at 6pm. We will be joined by attorneys from Goddard Riverside Law Project. Tonight's topic: …

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

October 31, 2021 at 4:17 PM

Housing Clinic This Wednesday!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, Tenants with legal and/or housing court-related questions are warmly invited to join us for our November Housing Clinic this Wednesday, November 3rd, from 6 to 7pm. Our topic this month is: legal rights of rent stabilized & rent co…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

October 22, 2021 at 7:41 PM

Lifesaving Resources, Early Voting, Curbside Composting, Community Events & More

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, October is the month our nation shines a spotlight on the realities of breast cancer and domestic violence, and where people can go for life saving assistance. Breast Cancer Awareness If you or someone you love has postponed regu…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

October 7, 2021 at 4:46 PM

Housing Clinic Video, NYS Assistance for Landlords, & Community Events

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, Thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday evening for our October Housing Clinic featuring a presentation on getting repairs done safely during the pandemic, led by TakeRoot Justice. You can watch the full clinic here ([link r…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

October 6, 2021 at 2:30 PM

Viewing Info for Tonight's Housing Clinic!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) ** Dear Neighbors, ------------------------------------------------------------ We hope to see you at tonight's Virtual Housing Clinic, which begins at 6pm. We will be joined by attorneys from TakeRoot Justice. Tonight's topic: getting repai…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

October 4, 2021 at 1:13 PM

Housing Clinic This Wednesday!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, Tenants with legal and/or housing court-related questions are warmly invited to join us for our October Housing Clinic this Wednesday, October 6th, from 6 to 7pm. Our topic this month is: getting repairs done safely during the pand…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

September 30, 2021 at 11:18 PM

Honoring Two Very Special UWSers, Community Events, & More

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, As you know, our office serves thousands of constituents each year. Because our staff is so small, we are indebted to a group of incredibly dedicated community volunteers who take the time to assist their neighbors with a wide range …

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

September 24, 2021 at 6:19 PM

Fresh Food for Seniors Program is Back!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) ** Dear Neighbors, ------------------------------------------------------------ I am delighted to announce that the Fresh Food for Seniors program is back for the 2021 season! Now in its eighth year, Manhattan Borough President Gale Brewer's…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

September 17, 2021 at 1:45 PM

Protecting Residential & Storefront Tenants and Other Important Updates

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, For all of you who recently observed Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, L'Shanah Tovah and I hope you had an easy fast. These important days can bring rejuvenation and renewal. For those families starting school, I hope you've had smoo…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

August 31, 2021 at 10:19 PM

Eviction Protections, Unemployment Benefits, Congestion Pricing & Other Important Updates

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, We have much to report on critical community issues from housing/evictions to public school reopening to unemployment benefits. Please read on to find the information that is important to you. Last week at City Hall, the City Coun…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

August 19, 2021 at 7:42 PM

Eviction Moratorium Update, Vaccination News, Bike Helmet Event, & More

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, This week I was delighted to participate in a ceremony honoring the 30 graduates of Lincoln Center's new workforce development program for community residents. Organized in concert with Turner Construction, this is Lincoln Center’s f…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

August 10, 2021 at 9:37 PM

Cooling Centers Are Open This Week

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) ** Dear Neighbors, ------------------------------------------------------------ An excessive heat warning is in effect until 8pm this Friday (8/13). The most intense heat will occur during the afternoon and early evening hours. The NYS Depts…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

August 6, 2021 at 7:42 PM

Public Hearing on NYS Rent Relief, Assistance for Building Owners, Bike Helmet Event, Curbside Composting & More!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, Like so many New Yorkers, I have been carefully following the results of the State Attorney General's investigation into allegations that Governor Cuomo sexually harassed multiple female staff members. Sexual harassment in the w…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

August 4, 2021 at 3:41 PM

Viewing Info for Tonight's Housing Clinic!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) ** Dear Neighbors, ------------------------------------------------------------ We hope to see you at tonight's Virtual Housing Clinic, which begins at 6pm. We will be joined by attorneys from TakeRoot Justice. Tonight's topic: latest update…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

August 2, 2021 at 12:17 AM

Housing Clinic This Wednesday!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, Tenants with legal and/or housing court-related questions are warmly invited to join us for our August Housing Clinic this Wednesday, August 4th, from 6 to 7pm. Our topic this month is: latest updates on the NYS Emergency Rental As…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

July 22, 2021 at 10:06 PM

Electoral Re-Districting, Child Tax Credit, Library Re-Openings & Other Updates!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, Please read below for community news and a wide range of helpful resources. Electoral Redistricting: July 26th Public Meeting The Independent Redistricting Commission is a ten-member body created by New York State voters to red…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

July 15, 2021 at 4:26 PM

Cooling Centers Are Open

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) ** Dear Neighbors, ------------------------------------------------------------ A heat advisory is in effect until 8pm this Friday (7/16). The most intense heat will occur during the afternoon and early evening hours. The NYS Depts of Enviro…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

July 14, 2021 at 2:44 PM

Webinar Tonight: Assistance with Medicare Costs

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, Are you or a loved one struggling with Medicare costs? Please join us for this important webinar tonight (Wednesday) at 6pm to learn about available assistance. We will discuss the basics of Medicare assistance programs, COVID-1…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

July 8, 2021 at 9:42 PM

Assistance with Medicare Costs, Planning for Safer Streets, NYS Rental Assistance, Curbside Composting & More!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, Please read below for community news and a wide range of helpful resources. ------------------------------------------------------------ Medicare Costs Webinar: July 14th Are you or a loved one struggling with Medicare costs…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

July 7, 2021 at 4:28 PM

Viewing Info for Tonight's Housing Clinic!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) ** Dear Neighbors, ------------------------------------------------------------ We hope to see you at tonight's Virtual Housing Clinic, which begins at 6pm. We will be joined by attorneys from TakeRoot Justice. Tonight's topic: applying to t…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

July 5, 2021 at 3:24 PM

Housing Clinic This Wednesday!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, Tenants with legal and/or housing court-related questions are warmly invited to join us for our July Housing Clinic this Wednesday, July 7th, from 6 to 7pm. Our topic this month is: applying to the NYS Emergency Rental Assistance P…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

July 1, 2021 at 11:26 PM

Highlights from Our New City Budget

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) ** Dear Neighbors, ------------------------------------------------------------ As you are no doubt aware, the City Council passed New York City's FY22 budget yesterday. With significant support from the Federal government, the $98.7 billion bu…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

June 30, 2021 at 2:05 PM

Power Supply & Cooling Center Updates

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) ** Dear Neighbors, ------------------------------------------------------------ Please be advised that Con Edison has reduced voltage in our area by 5 percent and made an Energy Conservation Request ([link removed]) for the following Manhattan …

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

June 29, 2021 at 4:10 PM

Cooling Center & Heat Advisory Updates

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) ** Dear Neighbors, ------------------------------------------------------------ A heat advisory is in effect until 8pm this Wednesday (6/30), with heat index values reaching 103 degrees. The most intense heat will occur during the afternoon and…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

June 24, 2021 at 6:14 PM

Street Safety; Rent Increases; Anti-Racism Workshop; In-Home Vaccinations & Other News

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, Thank you to everyone who participated in this week's Primary Elections. Their importance cannot be overstated -- the leadership we are electing will play a critical role in New York City's recovery. We should have complete elec…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

June 16, 2021 at 5:42 PM

Early Voting Ends This Sunday!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, New York City's Primary Elections for Mayor, Public Advocate, Comptroller, Manhattan District Attorney, Borough Presidents, and members of the City Council are in full swing! * Learn about all the candidates in NYC's official Vote…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

June 11, 2021 at 7:41 PM

Rent Relief, Property Tax Reform, At-Home Vaccinations & Other Updates

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, A reminder that Early Voting begins this Saturday in New York City's Primary Elections for Mayor, Public Advocate, Comptroller, Manhattan District Attorney, Borough Presidents, and members of the City Council! Click here for detail…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

June 10, 2021 at 7:14 PM

Early Voting Begins This Saturday!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, New York City's Primary Elections for Mayor, Public Advocate, Comptroller, Manhattan District Attorney, Borough Presidents, and members of the City Council have arrived! * Learn about all the candidates in NYC's official Voters Gu…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

June 2, 2021 at 4:43 PM

Viewing Info for Tonight's Housing Clinic!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) ** Dear Neighbors, ------------------------------------------------------------ We hope to see you at tonight's Virtual Housing Clinic, which begins at 6pm. We will be joined by attorneys from Goddard Riverside Law Project. Tonight's topic: …

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

May 31, 2021 at 1:34 PM

Housing Clinic This Wednesday!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, Tenants with legal and/or housing court-related questions are warmly invited to join us for our June Housing Clinic this Wednesday, June 2nd, from 6 to 7pm. Our topic this month is: What to do if a landlord claims you are a nuisanc…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

May 27, 2021 at 7:42 PM

Important Updates for UWS Voters, Tenants, Seniors & More (critical info throughout this week's email!)

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, New York City's Primary Elections for Mayor, Public Advocate, Comptroller, Manhattan District Attorney, Borough Presidents, and members of the City Council are right around the corner -- June 22nd. 1.) Voter Registration. Applic…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

May 11, 2021 at 3:55 PM

New Resources for Restaurants, Residential Tenants & Older Adults + Upcoming Events!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, Among the most critical issues facing New Yorkers – after over a year of the pandemic and job losses -- is the possibility of eviction. All levels of government are redoubling their efforts to prevent evictions. The Federal gove…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

May 5, 2021 at 1:05 PM

Viewing Info for Tonight's Housing Clinic!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) ** Dear Neighbors, ------------------------------------------------------------ We hope to see you at tonight's Virtual Housing Clinic, which begins at 6pm. We will be joined by attorneys from TakeRoot Justice. Tonight's topic: NYS Rent Reli…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

May 3, 2021 at 11:40 AM

Housing Clinic This Wednesday!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, Tenants with legal and/or housing court-related questions are warmly invited to join us for our May Housing Clinic this Wednesday, May 5th, from 6 to 7pm. Our topic this month is: NYS Rent Relief (CERAP) Overview: What we know, and…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

April 29, 2021 at 3:29 PM

Curbside Composting News, NYCHA Resident Roundtable, Resources for Small Businesses, and more!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, I'm very pleased to share the news that curbside composting will resume this Fall, now that the City's financial position is beginning to improve. The service will be available to the 3.5 million residents who previously had weekly…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

April 27, 2021 at 3:11 PM

Senior Benefits Webinar Tonight!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, A reminder to join us this evening for a Benefits Webinar for Older Adults! You may be eligible for housing, healthcare, utility, and other benefits that you are not currently receiving! Please tune in at 6pm this Tuesday (4/27)…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

April 22, 2021 at 8:47 AM

New Resources for Small Businesses & Job Seekers

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, New York City's economic recovery has begun. As a member of the City Council's Budget Negotiation Team, I am focused on ensuring that our city budget, and incoming Federal relief dollars, are used in the most efficient and equitabl…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

April 16, 2021 at 3:53 PM

Vaccination Updates, Benefits for Seniors, Climate Change Legislation & More

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, As you have no doubt heard in the news, the federal Centers for Disease Control have ordered a pause ([link removed]) on use of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine after cases of a rare and severe type of blood clot were reported by six…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

April 8, 2021 at 6:06 PM

Keeping Our Streets Clean; Important Reminders for Tenants; Walk-In Vaccinations for Seniors & More

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, One of the many impacts of the pandemic and financial crisis has been fewer resources to keep our streets and sidewalks clean. Mayor de Blasio has announced three new initiatives to better maintain cleanliness. First, 100 additiona…

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

April 7, 2021 at 7:19 AM

Viewing Info for Tonight's Housing Clinic!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) ** Dear Neighbors, ------------------------------------------------------------ We hope to see you at tonight's Virtual Housing Clinic, which begins at 6pm. We will be joined by attorneys from Goddard Riverside Law Project. Tonight's topic: …

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  Helen Rosenthal · [email protected]

April 5, 2021 at 9:14 AM

Housing Clinic This Wednesday!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Dear Neighbors, Tenants with legal and/or housing court-related questions are warmly invited to join us for our April Housing Clinic this Wednesday, April 7th, from 6 to 7pm. Our topic this month is: Primary Residence & Co-Residency Succession. *…

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