See the attached letter.
Senator Gianaris' office is aware of the community's concerns about activity taking place on and near the 85th Street footbridge between 55th and 57th Avenues and has reached out to the Department of Transportation to request cameras to monitor the strip. Suspicious people, illegal dumping and vandalism/graffiti are the issues of concern.
See the attached letter. Our Vice President Toni Guillen reached out to Sanitation's Queens West 5 and asked whether or not recycling still has to be put at the curb at 8:00 pm or can we place it out at 6:00 pm with our trash.
The good news is that the recycling can go out at 6:00 pm, but DSNY wants to remind folks that cardboard boxes must be placed in a plastic bag or tied flat. Toni said she saw DSNY Queens West 2 writing summonses the other day and we don't want folks getting a summons if it can be avoided. Dear Neighbors,
I hope this email finds you well! This is John Bahia from the Office of Assemblymember Steven Raga. In partnership with Urban Upbound, we are pleased to extend an invitation to all our neighbors, friends, and families for our Free Tax Preparation at our District Office in Maspeth Queens. The tax preparation sessions are free and open to our constituents and the public. Please see the event details below and feel free to share within your respective networks:
Best, John We have a lot to catch up on this month. Below are some of the questions and issues that will be raised. The Zoom info is below.
NYPD Questions/Concerns
Please note all meetings for February thru June have the same ID and Passcode Topic: Comet Meeting Time: Feb 3, 2025 07:00 PM Monthly: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/tZUud--oqjgpH9GNHaWAHe3FLpzrWw1gDVS2/ics?icsToken=DLmidoH1cvvIdkLwTQAALAAAAPDgZfCfU_zFqNsRGPX3ofj2F7T1F8ZOjX27q_-iIXkqFK19vk9O-UFmoz7Z_R1r1w6MfelUTG1UVR7LwDAwMDAwMQ&meetingMasterEventId=icMwbwNFTdGA8UksGMmaAA Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81306043355?pwd=IUf3mBs7PZiImyzUdsJ600qAYhZf4w.1 Meeting ID: 813 0604 3355 Passcode: 777394 One tap mobile +16469313860,,81306043355#,,,,*777394# US +16465588656,,81306043355#,,,,*777394# US (New York) Dial by your location • +1 646 931 3860 US • +1 646 558 8656 US (New York) Meeting ID: 813 0604 3355 Passcode: 777394 Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kPPl2COIQ Dear Queens Civic Association member:
Many folks have voiced their concern about the Interborough Express proposal. The plan would be to connect Brooklyn though our community and into Jackson Heights. The rail would run down 69th Street through Middle Village, Maspeth and Woodside. One of the stops proposed would be in the vicinity of 74th Street and Grand Avenue. In order move forward numerous properties near the line would be confiscated. Do we need more trains running through our neighborhood? Do we need more congestion on Grand Avenue? Residents believe we already have bus service to Brooklyn and the subway to Brooklyn is easy to access. Many believe the billions of dollars being set aside for this project should be used to upgrade subway service throughout NYC and not spend the money on a project we didn't ask for or need. This is your opportunity to comment!! Dear IBX Community Council members,
We hope you had a happy holiday season! Our next IBX Community Council meeting will take place Thursday, Jan 16th from 4:00pm-5:30pm on Zoom. Please RSVP by responding to this message by 1/13/2025. A Zoom link will be sent to confirmed attendees. It's been a few months since our last meeting, so here's a recap of what's been happening: The team conducted a series of pop-up outreach events at various locations along the proposed Interborough Express route. Many of these locations were selected based on feedback from the IBX Community Council. The outreach team had over 1,300 interactions with community members and local businesses, and were able to gather feedback and learn about what the IBX would mean for their communities. We'd like to share project updates and upcoming community engagement plans with you at our next meeting. As always, we will also provide time for questions and discussion. Please RSVP by responding to this message by 1/13/2025. A Zoom link will be sent to confirmed attendees. We ask that invited organizations/offices send up to two attendees each and keep representatives consistent across Community Council meetings whenever possible. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions. Thank you, IBX Project Team There will be no trash, Curbside Composting, or recycling collection on Wednesday, December 25, 2024, Christmas Day.
The New York City Department of Sanitation announced that in observance of New Year’s Day, Wednesday, January 1, 2025, there will be NO trash, curbside composting nor recycling collection on the holiday.
For questions about Sanitation services and holiday schedules contact 311 or visit nyc.gov/sanitation. Many folks are concerned about the proposed Interborough Express (IBX) that will run though our communities. More trains, more construction and some private property will be taken. The proposal will also include a stop in the vicinity of 74th Street/Grand Avenue.
This is your opportunity to comment. https://new.mta.info/project/interborough-express We're sure everyone is aware of this but here's a reminder.
As of November 12, 2024, all properties with 1-9 residential units are required to use bins (55 gallons or less), with secure lids to set out trash. This rule also applies to any special-use buildings with NYC Department of Sanitation (DSNY) collection—including NYC agencies, houses of worship, and nonprofits. There is warning period in effect through the end of 2024—enforcement begins January 2, 2025. What kind of bin can I use? You can use a bin that you already have if it is 55 gallons or less with a secure lid, but starting June 2026, you MUST use an official NYC Bin. Official NYC Bins are available for purchase for home delivery at www.bins.nyc or by calling 1-855-NYC-BINS, or at Home Depot stores in NYC (pick up only--check website for availability). DSNY will retrofit or replace hundreds of collection trucks by 2026, adding mechanical tipping arms compatible with the new bins. This upgrade will speed up collection and minimize the possibility of spills that occur with manual collection. Learn more about NYC Bins. Spread the Word
Recycling and Composting NYC Bins are available to order for recycling and composting, although they are not required. Recycling can be set out at the curb in clear bags. Compost must be set out in labeled bins (55 gallons or less) with secure lids. Excess leaf and yard waste can be set out in clear bags at the curb. All food waste and food-soiled paper must be in bins with secure lids—do not set these materials out in bags. Curbside Composting is mandatory citywide. About the New York City Department of Sanitation The Department of Sanitation (DSNY) keeps New York City healthy, safe and clean by collecting, recycling and disposing of waste, cleaning streets and vacant lots, and clearing snow and ice. The Department operates 59 district garages and manages a fleet of more than 2,000 rear-loading collection trucks, 450 mechanical brooms and 705 salt spreaders. The Department clears litter, snow and ice from approximately 6,500 miles of City streets and removes debris from vacant lots as well as abandoned vehicles from City streets. |
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