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DSNY holiday schedule

12/22/2024

There will be no trash, Curbside Composting, or recycling collection on Wednesday, December 25, 2024, Christmas Day.

Residents who normally receive Wednesday trash, Curbside Composting, or recycling collection may place their material at the curb Wednesday evening, for collection beginning Thursday, December 26.

NOTE: Residents should expect collection delays as we work to collect the backlog of material.

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.

Residents who normally receive Wednesday trash, curbside composting, or recycling collection may place their material at the curb Wednesday evening, for collection beginning Thursday, January 2. However, residents should expect collection delays, as is common after holidays. We appreciate patience as we work to collect the backlog of material.

For questions about Sanitation services and holiday schedules contact 311 or visit nyc.gov/sanitation.

Interborough Express - Your opportunity to comment

12/20/2024

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

REMINDER: New trash rules take effect 1/2/25

12/20/2024

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

Join one of our online info sessions to learn more about residential containerization across the city.
Download the flyer to share, available in 11 languages.

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.

Bus changes

12/20/2024

New bus routes:
https://new.mta.info/project/queens-bus-network-redesign/routes

Q18:
https://new.mta.info/project/queens-bus-network-redesign/routes/q18-local

110th Precinct Sector A Build the Block 2/21 @ 3:00 pm

12/20/2024

Good afternoon,
We are having our 4th quarter Build the Block. Saturday, 12/21 at 3:00, at the Rock Church which is 57-02 Hoffman Drive.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Police Officer Jeffrey Rocco
New York City Police Department
110 Precinct, Neighborhood Coordination Officer
(718) 476-6725 office

104th Precinct Sector C Build the Block

12/16/2024

The Build a Block will be held at 5:00 pm at Maspeth Town Hall.

Sector C covers most of Maspeth, Woodside on the south side of Calamus and Maurice Avenues, a small portion of Elmhurst as well as a section of Ridgewood.

See attached

Good news for some Q18 bus riders!

12/16/2024

We received this update from Assemblyman Raga's office. We want to take this opportunity to thank the Assemblyman and Senator Gianaris for listening to our concerns.

Good afternoon,
I brought the matter you raised in the briefing. They have restored existing routing along 69 street and previous changes related to B57 will be explored further in the Brooklyn Bus Network Redesign. They mentioned that there is a minor change in the southern turnaround to improve operations but should not impact 69th route as much.

Best,
Dolma Lama

Recorded COMET meeting 12/2

12/16/2024

Some folks were unable to attend our meeting on 12/2, so we're passing along our video for those of you who would like to catch up. We were given a lot of interesting updates.

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Art Project for Elmhurst

12/16/2024

Since 1982, New York City's Percent for Art law has required that one percent of the budget for eligible City-funded construction projects be spent on public artwork. Managed by the City’s Department of Cultural Affairs, the Percent for Art program has commissioned hundreds of site-specific projects in variety of media—painting, new technologies, lighting, mosaic, glass, textiles, sculpture, and works that are integrated into infrastructure and architecture—by artists whose sensibilities reflect the diversity of New York City. Percent for Art seeks to commission works from the broadest range of artists from all backgrounds.

The Percent for Art Program offers City agencies the opportunity to acquire, commission, or restore works of art specifically for City-owned buildings throughout the five boroughs. By bringing artists into the design process, the City's civic and community buildings are enriched.

Last month CB4 voted in favor of an art installation to be installed at the corner of Queens Boulevard and Hoffman Drive. However, your input is still needed to complete the process!

Community Members should email maps and photos of objects (3-4 max) that represent the place(s) you call home. These submissions will be considered to be incorporated into the engravings of the astros installation!

Be sure to CLICK HERE for a copy of the proposal, and to reach out with suggestions and community input via email to: [email protected].

Rehabilitation of Pedestrian Ramps-72-hour notice

12/4/2024

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