Author: Frank V

BROAD COALITION OF NYC ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS’ STATEMENT ON PUBLIC SAFETY

Post author By Frank V
Post date March 28, 2022

“We can’t rebuild our economy from the pandemic without small businesses and business districts, and small businesses can’t thrive if New Yorkers don’t feel safe in their communities. Our economic development and neighborhood organizations support targeted measures to improve public safety and address mental health issues affecting our most vulnerable neighbors, which will help ensure the safety and security of all communities across the city. We thank Governor Hochul for recognizing that a holistic approach is needed, putting forward smart, thoughtful ideas to improve the health and safety of our communities, and acknowledging that we must protect our small business owners and employees so they can continue to safely serve our communities throughout the city. We look forward to working with all of our elected leaders to bring our New York economies back stronger and more vibrant than before, and our communities safer and more just for all.”

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Vax Requirement Lifted

Post author By Frank V
Post date March 28, 2022

Mayor Adams has announced that as COVID-19 numbers continue to go down, the Key2NYC vaccination requirement for indoor dining and entertainment venues will be lifted on Monday, March 7, as long as risk levels remain low. All other vaccine mandates for employees will remain in place pending further developments.

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Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

Post author By Frank V
Post date March 17, 2022

Happy St. Patrick’s Day from the Throggs Neck BID, home of the finest Irish dining establishments!

What's Happening This Month

Lighting Project Reaches Phase 2

Post author By Frank V
Post date March 7, 2022

Phase Two of the project to dramatically improve lighting in the Throggs Neck BID is moving ahead. The Throggs Neck BID has achieved this almost unprecedented upgrade, which includes significant illumination upgrades and the replacement of unsafe poles.

What's Happening This Month

Traffic Enforcement

Post author By Frank V
Post date February 24, 2022

The 45 Precinct reminds motorists that you must give right-of-way to pedestrians, even if the light is green. Two pedestrians were recently struck on the corner of East Tremont and Randall.

Important Announcements

COVID Regulations

Post author By Frank V
Post date February 23, 2022

Current COVID Regulations for Businesses:

Governor Hochul’s mask or vaccine mandate ended last week, but Key to NYC vaccination requirements are still in effect. Individual businesses can implement their own mask requirements if they wish, but masks are no longer required in businesses such as grocery stores, retail, hardware stores, etc.

Key to NYC – proof of vaccination required for indoor dining, indoor fitness, and indoor entertainment (both customers and employees)

Everyone 5+ must now show proof of full vaccination (defined as two doses of Pfizer or Moderna or one dose of Johnson & Johnson)

Age 18+ – must also show proof of identification

Refer to NYC Commission on Human Rights with any questions about reasonable accommodations.

Private Sector Workplace Vaccine Mandate – workers in New York City who perform in-person work or interact with the public in the course of business must show proof they have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. Workers will then have 45 days to show proof of their second dose (for Pfizer or Moderna vaccines)

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Pooch Palace Opens

Post author By Frank V
Post date February 10, 2022

The Pooch Palace at 2889 Dill Place has officially opened! The full service dog groomers, with 14 years experience at another location, offer quality care in a friendly environment. The business is open 9—5 every day except Sundays and Tuesdays. Congratulations to owners Melissa Ramos and Amber Arroyo, pictured above.

Important Announcements

Mask Mandate Lifted

Post author By Frank V
Post date February 10, 2022

The statewide Indoor business mask or vaccine requirement has been lifted, starting February 10. The measure remains optional for businesses, local governments, and counties.

ACCORDING TO NYC 311, CUSTOMERS ARE STILL REQUIRED TO SHOW THEIR VACCINATION CARD.

Additionally, the Bronx Chamber of Commerce notes: As of now, this does NOT end the Key to NYC program, which was implemented through an executive order from the mayor and must be renewed every five days. City officials said Tuesday that the order was being renewed. In New York City, proof of vaccination is STILL required to dine indoors, attend events at arenas, work out at gyms and go to the movies.

Masks will still be required in hospitals, nursing homes, shelters, transportation and other related entities

Requirements related to masks in schools continue and will be reevaluated in early March, after mid-winter break, based on public health data.

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What is a BID?

Post author By Frank V
Post date February 9, 2022

A Business Improvement District (BID) is a geographical area where local stakeholders oversee and fund the maintenance, improvement, and promotion of their commercial district.

There are:

76BIDs in NYC

$170.5 Million Invested in NYC Neighborhoods Annually

93,000 Businesses Served

152 Public Spaces Maintained

3.4 Million Trash Bags Collected

What BIDs Do

BIDs create vibrant, clean, and safe districts. They deliver services and improvements above and beyond those typically provided by the City. These services can include:

BID services do not replace those provided by the City. By law, City services cannot be reduced because of the existence of a BID.

BIDs help to brand their districts and market small businesses on their corridor. They facilitate networking among merchants, host community events, and advocate for improvements to the district. BIDs also serve as a liaison between local businesses and stakeholders and the City government. In doing so, BIDs provide a collective voice for the neighborhood and help inform City policy based on their unique local knowledge.

BID Oversight & Management

Each BID is run by a not-for-profit organization with a Board of Directors. Elected by members in the district, the Board must include property owners, merchants, residents, and representatives of local elected office. The Board is in charge of making key decisions about programs and services, budget, goals, policies, and staffing.

BID Funding

BID programs and services are funded by a special assessment billed to property owners within a district. Assessments are unique to each BID and decided upon by the BID’s stakeholders. The City of New York assists with the collection of the special assessment, which in turn, is distributed directly to the BID. The BID receives 100% of the money collected.

On average, assessments make up 75% of BID budgets. Most BIDs also fundraise, apply for grants, and generate revenue from programs to support the services they provide.

Important Announcements

COVID Tests Distributed

Post author By Frank V
Post date February 3, 2022

Throughout the entire Pandemic period, Throggs Neck BID personnel took the lead in distributing free masks, face shields and sanitizers to the community, even going door-to-door to accomplish this.

On February 2, thanks to the diligent and enthusiastic assistance and partnership of Senator Alessandra Biaggi, COVID tests were handed out in front of the BID office, in addition to both adult and children’s masks, sanitizers, and face shields.