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West Nile Mosquito Spraying

8/30/2025

HEALTH DEPARTMENT TO SPRAY FOR ADULT MOSQUITOES IN PARTS OF BROOKLYN AND QUEENS TO REDUCE RISK OF WEST NILE VIRUS

Trucks Will Spray Pesticide In Parts Of Brooklyn and Queens On The Nights Of September 2 and 4, 2025, Weather Permitting

NEW YORK — To reduce mosquito activity and the risk of West Nile virus, the Health Department will conduct adulticide treatments in Brooklyn and Queens.

Trucks will spray pesticides in sections of Queens beginning Tuesday, September 2, 2025, between the hours of 8:30 P.M. and 6:00 A.M. the following morning, weather permitting. In case of bad weather, application in Queens will be delayed until Wednesday, September 3, 2025, between the hours of 8:30 P.M. and 6:00 A.M. the following morning, weather permitting.

Trucks will spray pesticides in sections of Brooklyn beginning Thursday, September 4, 2025, between the hours of 8:30 P.M. and 6:00 A.M. the following morning, weather permitting. In case of bad weather, application Brooklyn will be delayed until Monday, September 8, 2025, between the hours of 8:30 P.M. and 6:00 A.M. the following morning, weather permitting.

The Health Department will use very low concentrations of Anvil®, Duet®, or MERUS® 3. The risks of pesticides applied by the Health Department for mosquito control are low to people and pets. Some people who are sensitive to spray ingredients may experience short-term eye or throat irritation, or a rash. People with respiratory conditions may also be affected.

To stay safe during spraying

Stay indoors, whenever possible.
Air conditioners can remain on. While unnecessary, you may wish to close air conditioner vents or choose the recirculate function.

After spraying

Wash skin and clothing exposed to pesticides with soap and water.
Always wash fruits and vegetables with water. The most effective way to control mosquitoes is to eliminate any standing water. New Yorkers are also encouraged to mosquito-proof their homes and take precautions when spending time outdoors.

Reducing exposure to mosquitoes

Use an approved insect repellent containing DEET, picaridin, oil of lemon eucalyptus (not for children under 3), or products that contain the active ingredient IR3535.
Make sure windows have screens. Repair or replace screens that have tears or holes.
Eliminate any standing water from your property and dispose of containers that can collect water. Standing water is a violation of the New York City Health Code.
Make sure roof gutters are clean and draining properly.
Clean and chlorinate swimming pools, outdoor saunas and hot tubs. Keep them empty or covered if not in use. Drain water that collects in pool covers.

Report standing water by calling 311 or visiting nyc.gov/health/wnv. For more information about West Nile virus, call 311 or visit nyc.gov.

See attached for locations of truck spraying in Queens for Tuesday, September 2, 2025

Community Alert - chain theft

8/30/2025

We had another chain stolen on Sunday, 8/24, about 4:30 pm in the vicinity of 60th Street between 56th Drive and Maspeth Avenue.. Two men got out of a car and started yelling to the victim,, "Hey, Uncle". They hugged him and then released him. After they released him the victim realized that the chain had been stolen from around his neck and replaced by a fake gold chain. Unfortunately, this incident wasn't reported to the 104th Precinct.

An attempted incident occurred on Thursday, 8/21, on Calamus Avenue in the vicinity of 72nd Street on the 108th Precinct side of the street. It involved a woman carrying a baby. trying to sell fake gold.. The targeted victim knew it was a scam and waved the woman away. The woman hopped into a minivan and took off with some guys. It was the second time the victim was targeted.

It's important to make a police report if you have been the victim of a crime. If no one reports crime the police will think nothing is going on here and will devote their attention elsewhere.
The police will ask neighbors for videos and perhaps be able to get a description of the perpetrator(s) and the make, model and plate number of the vehicle involved.
These jewelry crimes may be old news to us but many of your neighbors are unaware of it. Please pass the word!!

Rat Academy Training

8/30/2025

To register for a training, click on the date.

Virtual

In-Person

Thursday, November 20, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. **
1368 Fulton Street, Restoration Plaza, Brooklyn

**This date only: Attendees will be entered into a raffle to win a rodent-resistant NYC garbage bin!

If you are interested in working with the Health Department to sponsor a virtual or in-person training, contact the Health Department and select Pest Control as a Health Topic.

Sincerely,
Rat Academy Staff
Pest Control Services
NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

Community Board 5 - Roadway Milling and Resurfacing

8/30/2025

PLANS FOR ROADWAY MILLING AND RESURFACING

According to Gary Giordano, District Manager of Community Board 5, Queens, the N.Y. City Dept. of Transportation intends to begin nighttime milling and resurfacing of the following roadways as soon as Wednesday evening August 27, 2025:

Grand Avenue, from Queens Midtown Expressway (Borden Avenue) to 79 Street
73 Place, from Grand Avenue to the Dead End South of Grand Avenue
80 Street from Metropolitan Avenue to 71 Avenue, adjacent to the Bridge Over the LIRR South of Cooper Avenue
71 Avenue, from 80 Street to 79 Street

Nighttime milling and resurfacing roads is usually performed from approximately 9pm to 5am.

Quality of Life Teams (Q-Teams)

8/23/2025

Our next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on September 8th since the first Monday is Labor Day. We don't want to take up too much time discussing the Q-Teams because we have a lot of catching up to do.

The Q-Teams will respond to 311 quality of life complaints and non-emergency 911 calls. It's best to leave your name when you call but you can remain anonymous.
Four officers will be assigned to each Team. Four officers will work days and four officers will work nights.
If there's a problem in a particular area of the precinct the Q-Teams from other areas of the precinct can be used to help address the problem.

104th Precinct
The officers will be supervised on day shift by Sgt. Thomas Kelly (10:00 am to 6:00 pm) and Sgt. David Cortes will supervise the night shift (6:00 pm to 2:00 am). The former NCOs for 104 Pct Sector C are PO John Lipori and PO Jonathan Pickett. They will be on the team.

108th Precinct
The officers on the day shift will be supervised by Sgt. Dominick Batista (10:00 am to 6:35 pm) The night shift will be supervised by Sgt. Umar Mirza (6:00 pm to 2:35 am).

110th Precinct
In the 110th Precinct, they will be supervised on day shift by Sgt. Steven Unrich (10:00 am-7:00 pm) and Sgt. Evan Mele (6:00 pm-2:00 am). The former NCOs for Sector A, which covers our area of Elmhurst, will not be part of the Team.

The 108th Precinct put a lid on the music again!!

8/17/2025

Captain Armani, Commanding Officer of the 108th Precinct, reached out to let us know that officers responded to noise complaints regarding a car meet last week. They confiscated an unregistered vehicle with massive speakers and the driver was arrested for a suspended license. The incident occurred on 56th Road and 48th Street in Maspeth.

Great job!!

See attached

108th Precinct Community Alert - catalytic converters stolen

8/15/2025

THERE WERE 6 STOLEN CATALYTIC CONVERTERS STOLEN FROM DOT VEHICLES, 5 OF THEM BEING TOYOTA PRIUS. PLEASE HELP PASS THE WORD TO OUR COMMUNITY. THANK YOU AND BE SAFE.

See attached
PO Jorge Perez
108 Precinct
Crime Prevention Division
Phone: (718) 784-5427
[email protected]

Gas Line Inspections

8/6/2025

Dear Community Partners,

Last week we reminded customers that we conduct routine gas safety inspections which may require entry into their premises. Below is some information about this process to assist with supporting constituents:

Con Edison is required by New York State Law to perform an inspection of gas service lines.
To properly conduct these inspections, we may need access to the home or building. We will make multiple attempts to perform the inspection. If Con Edison or our qualified contractors are unable to perform the inspection, a technician will leave a drop card behind asking the customer to schedule an appointment.
We do not charge a fee for the inspection, but customers can be charged up to $500 per meter per month if we cannot complete the inspection after multiple attempts.
Con Edison or a qualified contractor hired by Con Edison, will perform this work. Our approved contractors are Reconn Utility Services, Storti Quality Services, and Alisto. Con Edison employees and contractors will carry a Con Edison photo ID. For your safety, if you would like to verify the status of the employee or contractor at your door, please call 1-800-75 CONED (1-800-752-6633). *National Grid customers should call 1-718-643-4050.

Frequently Asked Questions and Answers about gas line inspections, along with gas safety and additional information is available at Gas Service Line Inspections | Con Edison.

If your office has any questions, please let us know. We would be happy to assist.

Thank you,
Rich
Richard S. David
Director, Queens Regional & Community Affairs
Report Problem | Check Status | Service Map
(c) 917-690-5852

More Queens bus service upgrades, starting August 31

8/6/2025

Hello, Queens bus riders!

We've been rolling out your new Queens bus network this summer, and now we're gearing up to launch Phase 2 on Sunday, August 31.

We're implementing changes to existing bus routes that will make service faster and more reliable across Queens. To do so, some bus routes and stops are changing.

Review service change
What's coming
We're also introducing new and expanded bus routes to provide better connections to your travel options. Starting Sunday, August 31:

The new Q80 bus arrives with new overnight service along the entire length of Lefferts Blvd to and from the Air Train JFK .
Improved Q33 service offers better connections to LaGuardia Airport Terminal A from Jackson Heights.
The Q7 provides new service along Rockaway Blvd between Liberty and Jamaica Avs with a new connection to the and Cypress Hills.
The extended Q52-SBS route serves new developments in Edgemere, and the extended Q22 route connects to Far Rockaway LIRR with an additional trip in Bayswater during morning peak and midday hours.

Current bus service will continue until then. Please use the MTA app or BusTime to plan your trip.

If you'd like to send us feedback about the Queens Bus Network Redesign, please use our Bus Network Redesign contact form.

For live customer support with your trip, chat with us in the MTA app.

Thanks for riding with us.

Help find a missing person

8/6/2025

PO Bonilla, 104th Precinct Community Affairs, is hoping someone sees this missing person!

See attached.

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