Senator Alessandra Biaggi has presented Throggs Neck BID Executive Director Bob Jaen with a well-deserved “Heroes of District 34 Award” for his extraordinary work on behalf of the Throggs Neck Bid Community. Congratulations, Bob!
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December 18 marks the start of Hanukkah. The Board and staff of the Throggs Neck BID extend their warmest greetings to all.
The Annual Meeting of the Throggs Neck Business Improvement District will take place on THURSDAY, JANUARY 19 at 3pm. Details regarding location, zoom participation, speakers and agenda will be sent in subsequent notices.
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Throggs Neck Bid Holiday Celebration
The Throggs Neck BID invites all in our community to join in an extraordinary event as we light our holiday tree, distribute presents to local children, and enjoy a delicious assortment of food and snacks from local restaurants. The magnificent event takes place on SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4, starting at 5:30pm, at the Derosa O’Boyle Triangle.
Annual Meeting
The Annual Meeting of the Throggs Neck Business Improvement District will take place on THURSDAY, JANUARY 19 at 3pm. Details regarding location, zoom participation, speakers and agenda will be sent in subsequent notices.
We know…it isn’t even Halloween yet, but the holiday season will be here in a flash. Is your business planning on featuring any holiday specials? Let us know, and we will help get the word out. Send us details at throggsneckbid.com.
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Come to the Gala!
Come to the Throggs Neck social event of the season! The TN BID presents its First Annual Gala. Tickets are only $125 per person, journal ads start at just $150. Great food, lively entertainment, open bar. October 20, 6pm, at the Villa Barone.
Enforcement of Commercial Organics Rules Starts July 31 – The following NYC establishments are now required by law to separate their organic waste. Businesses covered by these rules must separate staff-handled, back of house food scraps, plant trimmings, food-soiled paper and certified compostable products from garbage and other recyclables. Enforcement of these requirements begins on July 31, 2022.
- Food Service Establishments (such as restaurants, delis, coffee shops, cafeterias, etc.)
- Food Service Establishments having 7,000 to 14,999 square feet
- Chain Food Service Establishments of 2 to 99 NYC locations with combined floor area 8,000 square feet or more
- Food Service Establishments in Hotels having 100 to 149 guest rooms
- Food Service Establishments with combined floor area 8,000 square feet or more in the same building or location
- Retail Food Stores (such as supermarkets and grocery stores)
- Retail food Stores having 10,000 to 24,999 square feet
- Chain Retail Food Stores of 3 or more NYC locations with combined floor area 10,000 square feet or more
- Food Preparation Locations having 6,000 square feet or more
- Catering Establishments hosting on-site events to be attended by more than 100 people
- Temporary Public Events to be attended by more than 500 people
More information can be found at nyc.gov/commercialorganics.
The Throggs Neck BID has spent a great deal of time, money and effort beautifying our community. A key part of that endeavor was the development of tree pits with plants and mulch.
Unfortunately, we have observed some individuals placing bikes, scooters, and trash in these sites. To those who do so: Please be kind to your neighborhood. Stop defacing these wonderful sites.
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A Gala Celebration
It’s time to celebrate! A Gala Ball is being planned to allow local business and property owners, along with the members of the public, to share a night of great food and drink, convivial company, and general merriment.
There is much to celebrate. The Throggs Neck BID began operations at the most tumultuous and challenging time in memory, as the COVID-19 pandemic hit New York and the rest of the world hard.
Even as most of the rest of the city, including much of city government, retreated to their homes, Throggs Neck BID staff reported each day to work, and went door-to- door to district businesses handing out face masks, sanitizers, and more. Sanitation and security companies were hired to supplement city services.
In the months that followed, unprecedented successes occurred. The dangerous lack of lighting along East Tremont Avenue was addressed, and bright, new lights were emplaced. The commercial corridor was dramatically enhanced with new trees, new tree pits with plants, and decorative iron guards. Thousands of toys were distributed to local children. Working with a local institution, numerous food items were distributed. All this, and much more. As a result of all this, a number of new businesses have opened in our community.
On October 20, 2022, a gathering will take place at the Villa Barone Manor at 6pm. Please save the date, and watch this space for information on purchasing tickets, journal ads, etc.
We look forward to sharing a great evening with you!
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Unwanted Scooters
Despite the opposition of the Throggs Neck BID, the City has imposed its scooter program on our community. The BID was successful in delaying the project, leaving us the last neighborhood to be forced to endure this.
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BID Plans for Future
To continue and expand the BID’s lengthy list of accomplishments in the coming year, The BID conducted a Finance Committee meeting on May 25 and a Full Board meeting on May 26. The BID’s new fiscal year begins July 1. As noted above, plans are being made to add to the beautification of the community. Through skillful interaction with city agencies and elected officials, some major upcoming improvements, including the installation of anti-crime cameras, will be achieved.