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NY DOL has finalized new rates for minimum wage, tip credit, meal credit, uniform maintenance pay and exempt employee salary thresholds, effective with the start of the new year. The new rates are summarized  by Fox Rothchild at
https://www.foxrothschild.com/publications/ny-dol-issues-proposed-adjustments-to-the-tip-credit-in-accordance-with-the-upcoming-increase-in-minimum-wage

Timothy A. Gumaer, Glenn S. Grindlinger and Carolyn D. Richmond from that firm
https://www.foxrothschild.com/publications/ny-dol-finalizes-changes-to-tip-credit-meal-credit-uniform-maintenance-pay-and-exempt-employee-salary-thresholds report that “For non-exempt (i.e., hourly) employees, employers should prepare new rate of pay forms that accurately reflect the new minimum wage and any changes to the tip credit and/or meal credit, where applicable.

“Employers must also be aware of the changes to uniform maintenance pay and be ready to comply with those new rates where necessary. Employers should also work with their payroll providers to ensure that their pay stubs accurately reflect these changes.For exempt (i.e., salaried) employees, employers should review these new salary requirements and ensure that those employees are being paid at least the new minimum weekly amount. However, as a reminder, the salary threshold is only one part in determining whether an employee is properly categorized as exempt from overtime requirements; these employees must also perform particular duties to also be exempt from overtime, depending on their position.

“Employers should thus take the time to review those duties performed by their exempt employees to ensure that they are appropriately categorized as being exempt from overtime requirements.”

Guerreros Juice Bar has reopened! The delicious source of a wide range of juice concoctions and a tempting selection of Mexican menu items is at 3819 East Tremont Avenue. Pictured above, Guerreros’ staff are joined by Throggs Neck BID Chairman Anthony Basso and Executive Director Bob Jaen, along with other local merchants.

On Sunday, December 3, The Throggs Neck BID, with the assistance of HK and Travesias restaurants, St Benedicts Children’s choir, numerous wonderful volunteers, and Assemblyman Benedetto, presented an extraordinary Christmas celebration that included Santa distributing hundreds of toys to local children, a delicious assortment of food and treats, festive music and of course, the official lighting of the community Christmas Tree.

The Throggs Neck BID, along with Assemblymember Michael Benedetto, State Senator Nathalia Fernandez, and local businesses will again present a beloved neighborhood event: the annual tree lighting and toy giveaway (first come, first served) for the community’s children. Food and good cheer, all free! It all happens on December 3, starting at 5:30pm, at the Derosa O’Boyle triangle near the public library. Happy Holidays!

The Throggs Neck Business Improvement District (BID) will hold an election to determine the members of its Board of Directors for the upcoming term.  The election will be held at its annual meeting scheduled for December 19, 5–7pm, at The Living Room, 2883 Dill Place, Bronx, NY 10465.

If you wish to run for a position, you will be asked to provide a short biography and the reasons you wish to serve, due no later than November 22.  Submit to throggsneckbid@gmail.com or to the BID at 3800 East Tremont Avenue, Bronx, NY 10465.

You must be a property owner, business, or resident within the geographical area of the BID to serve, and be registered with the BID. If you are not already registered, you may do so by requesting a form at throggsneckbid@gmail.com or by writing to the BID at 3800 East Tremont Avenue, Bronx, NY 10465. Registration forms are also available in the BID’s weekly newsletter. Completed registration forms must be returned no later than December 11.

REGISTRATION FORM

Please Print!

NAME OF BUSINESS________________________________________

(if resident, please write Resident.)

Classification (see below) ______________________________________

Class A: Property Owner Class B: Commercial Tenant Class C: Residential Tenant

Address of property___________________________________________

Mailing Address, if different from above:____________________________

____________________________________________________________

Your Name: __________________________________________________

Phone Number:________________________________________________

Email Address:_________________________________________________

Signature:______________________________________________________

Date Completed: _________________________________________________

Anthony Spinelli and Jonathon Polanco of Mass Mutual are offering an Insurance Wellness Workshop on Tuesday, October 17 6pm–8pm at the Villa Maria Academy 3335COuntry Club Road, Bronx NY 10465. RSVP by email at either Jpolanco@financialguide.com or Aspinelli@financialguide.com. You can also call 929-810-4566 or 908-460-8520.

That rain last week was terrible! Is your business facing problems because of it? The Throggs Neck BID works with NYC’s Small Business Services (SBS) organization, which has sent the following message:

SBS can help local businesses impacted by emergencies. Our team works closely with NYC Emergency Management and other key New York City agencies to restore business operations as soon as possible. Take advantage of our free resources:

Our Emergency Response Unit can:

Provide businesses with the latest emergency information on street closures, utility disruptions, security, and demolitions.

Once the business location is declared safe by the NYC Department of Buildings and Fire Department of New York (FDNY), we can help business-owners regain access to their business location and recover their salvageable items.

Coordinate with the NYC Police Department and other emergency responders to make sure their business location is secure and prevent losses.

Connect businesses to local business organizations for possible relocation assistance.

Help accelerate re-inspections, applications, and permit processes to restore business operations.

Connect businesses to an attorney for free legal advice.

Our SBS Business Preparedness & Resiliency Program (BPrep) also offers business continuity workshops, webinars, and online preparedness resources. This year, SBS launched a Self-Assessment Tool and a Digital Library as part of the BPrep program. These business preparedness resources provide businesses with easier access to disruption remediation measures, customized assessments, and recommendations tailored to their unique needs.

For assistance, contact our Emergency Response Unit through the SBS Hotline at 888-SBS-4NYC (888-727-4692) or via email at eru@sbs.nyc.gov.

Please also sign up for Notify NYC here to get the most up-to-date alerts from the City.

You can also become a Private Sector partner of NYC Emergency Management by joining here, and you’ll receive additional information.

The growing success of the Throggs Neck BID continues to attract new businesses and national chains.

Pizza Hut has opened at 3429 E Tremont Ave in Bronx, NY. They serve classics like Meat Lovers® and Original Stuffed Crust® as well as signature wings, pastas and desserts at many of our locations. Order online or on the mobile app for carryout, curbside or delivery. Order at (718) 414-1113.

Hands-On Physical Therapy has opened in the Throggs Neck BID. They offer diagnostic testing to help find the root of problems.

Located at 3867 E Tremont Ave Bronx, NY. Hands On provides premier MSKUS (musculoskeletal ultrasound imaging), allowing them to see inside a body at the area of the joint and muscle where pain is felt. They also provide other sophisticated diagnostic testing services to patients such as NCS (Nerve Conduction Studies) to measure the health of nerves & EMG (Electromyogram) to measure electrical activity of muscles.

They specialize in a variety of physical therapy techniques including (but not limited to) manual therapy, myofascial release, kinesio taping, trigger point therapy, and a variety of other hands-on techniques to treat back pain & sciatica, knee pain, neck pain, postural deviations like scoliosis, sports injuries, arthritis, TMJ dysfunction, and a wide range of other ailments. 

Call them at (347) 289-7526. Their website is https://appointment.handsonpt.org/throgsneck/?gclid=CjwKCAjw3oqoBhAjEiwA_UaLtj-JW6K4FaOvqNBbVvr_xlzsB1UDuCYS1P2uddGqFiLtaLc64OXSThoCuhcQAvD_BwE

Council Member Marjorie Velazquez and the Bronx Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a Business to Business Financial Education Networking event on Thursday, September 14 from 6 PM to 8 PM. The event will take place at The Living Room and will feature a panel discussion with business experts in tax, finance, and business development.

Register at https://business.bronxchamber.org/events/details/business-to-business-networking-w-councilmember-marjorie-velazquez-3534