Author: Frank V

BID Acts to Help Fire Victims

Post author By Frank V
Post date May 16, 2022

In response to the recent fire at Randall and East Tremont, The Throggs Neck BID moved rapidly to organize assistance. We arranged a meeting with NYC Emergency Response & Intergovernmental Services, bringing that organization together with those affected. The meeting was led by Bernadette Nation, Executive Director of the group. She outlined all necessary steps and the help available, and will follow-up with the BID, those affected, and NYC.

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BID Extends Sympathy to McQuade Family

Post author By Frank V
Post date May 13, 2022

The Throggs Neck BID extends its deepest sympathy to the family of James McQuade, who just passed away. James was a true pillar of our community, a man who consistently did all he could to preserve and improve our neighborhood. Rest in peace, James.

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BID Area will be Safer Than Ever!

Post author By Frank V
Post date May 9, 2022

An extraordinary improvement to our community brought about by the Throggs Necks BID has become official. On Friday, May 6, Assembly Member Michael Benedetto enthusiastically announced that he had obtained funding for the emploacement of high-quality anti-crime cameras throughout the TN BID area. A ceremony marking the achievement was held at Benedetto’s office.

Pictured Above: at the microphone, BID Executive Director Bob jaen, standing next to Michael Benedetto. In the background, left to right, BID Associate Frank Vernuccio, BID Legal Counsel Stephen B. Kaufman, BID Board Member John Cerini, and the BID’s’ Chairman, Anthony Basso.

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Throggs Neck Bid, Assembly Member Benedetto Bring Dramatic Improvement in Public Safety

Post author By Frank V
Post date May 6, 2022

One of our greatest concerns is public safety. Both The Throggs Neck BID and Assembly Member Michael Benedetto have acted vigorously to address this exceptional need. The BID identified anti-crime cameras as an effective means to improve the safety of the neighborhood. Assembly Member Benedetto responded rapidly to provide the full funding needed to accomplish this extraordinary project. Working together, we will make this area of NYC the safest place to live, shop, and do business.

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Major Event Celebrates TNBID Success

Post author By Frank V
Post date April 28, 2022

The Throggs Neck BID celebrated its enormous success in bringing new street lights, enhanced security, sanitation, and beautification to its community, in addition to successful programs such as working with community groups providing meals to the needy and enhanced holiday lighting. During the pandemic, BID staff personally distributed thousands of masks and sanitizers to local businesses. A weekly newsletter provides subscribers with the latest relevant business and regulatory information. A completely packed event at the HK restaurant brought the TNBID staff together with community leaders for over 3 hours of mutual appreciation.

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Restaurant Regulations from NYC Health Department

Post author By Frank V
Post date April 14, 2022

The NYC Health Department has provided guidance to restaurant operators to help them follow A-grade food safety practices and reduce fines and violations.
GO TO https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/business/food-operators/operating-a-restaurant.page to get details and links on the following topics:
· New Guidance:Adulterated Foods: What Food Service Operators Need to Know · New Guidance: Dog and Cat “Cafes” · Children’s Meals: What Food Service Operators Need to Know Thermometer Calibration Guide · Food Service Establishments: Inspection Cycle and Letter Grading Protect the Hearing of Staff and Customers in Your Restaurant or Bar Practicing A-Grade Food Safety · Monitoring Food by Time as a Public Health Control · Guidelines for Developing a Reduced Oxygen Packaging HACCP Plan o Downloadable Blank HACCP Forms & Flow Chart · Written Consumer Advisory Rule: Serving Raw or Undercooked Food · NYC Health Academy Food Protection Training Manual· Dining with Dogs in Restaurants · Learn more about food safety
Pest Prevention· How to Reduce Pests When Offering Outdoor Dining

· Selecting and Working with a Pest Management Professional · Find a New York State licensed pest management specialist
Sodium and Calorie Labeling· Calorie Labeling Guidance for Food Service Establishments For calorie labeling guidance for chain food retailers, visit the Department of Consumer Affairs’ website and search “Calorie Labeling.”· Sodium Warning Rules for Chain Restaurants

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Come to the Bid’s First Meet and Greet!

Post author By Frank V
Post date April 11, 2022

You are cordially invited to the Throggs Neck BID’s first Meet & Greet event, at HK’s Kitchen and Draft House, 3599 East Tremont Avenue, scheduled for April 27, 5:30–8:30 pm Free hors d’oeuvres, cash bar.

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Inside the BID

Post author By Frank V
Post date April 7, 2022

Your BID is tirelessly working at, and succeeding in, dramatically improving our community. Enhanced sanitation and security, beautification, and the provision of vital information to businesses and property owners have already been accomplished. Executive Director Bob Jaen and Associate Frank Vernuccio work diligently to enhance the neighborhood. A Board of Directors led by Chairman Anthony Basso, set the policy and course. Here are the minutes of the Board’s most recent (Feb.) meeting:

Chairman Basso opened the meeting at 3:22.

Frank Vernuccio read the minutes of the prior full board meeting. John Sisto moved that they be accepted, Mike Musano seconded. The motion carried.

Chairman Basso noted that the BID’s CPA, Tyrone Sellers, had retired, and a replacement was required. Several RFP’s had been sent to a number of candidates on several occasions. After careful consideration of the replies, it was determined that CPA Anthony Roccamo provided the most relevant experience at the best price. Elizabeth Engledrum moved to accept Mr. Roccamo as the new CPA for the BID. John Sisto seconded. The motion carried.Bob Jaen stated that he would meet with Roccamo very soon.

Bob Jaen discussed the BID’s research into streetscaping plans. He noted that an upcoming meeting with an engineering firm would provide details on potential expenses and procedures. [It was later decided to delay implementation based on NYC plans to alter specified street corners.]

Bob Jaen also reviewed another potential project, the linking of the BID area to the new ferry service. Bob noted that the concept was in a very preliminary stage, and no details were yet available.

Steven Lee, from NYC’s Small Business Services Agency, stated that next BID budget was due before June 30, and requested that it be submitted substantially before then. He also requested that the latest Audit be made available.

A motion to close was made by Chairman Basso, and seconded by Michael Musano.

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Hiring Disclosure Law

Post author By Frank V
Post date April 4, 2022

A new NYC Law, 2022/032, makes it an “unlawful discriminatory practice” to not include in job listings the minimum and maximum salary offered for any position located within New York City. The range for the listed maximum and minimum salary would extend from the lowest salary to the highest salary that the employer in good faith believes it would pay for the advertised job, promotion, or transfer. Temporary staffing firms are exempt from this legislation as they already provide this information after interviews in compliance with the NY State Wage Theft Prevention Act.

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Bathrooms for Customers Only?

Post author By Frank V
Post date March 28, 2022

Crain’s New York reports that restaurants may continue to keep their restrooms for customers only after a city rule change had suggested such businesses would need to open the washrooms to the public.