Latest Announcements

Info Sessions on New DSNY Set-out Times

NYC Department of Sanitation is implementing a new rule to reduce the time that trash, recycling, and curbside composting will sit on sidewalks. The new rule goes into effect on April 1st, 2023. Over the next two weeks, they will be hosting info sessions to provide more details on the new regulations. Click here to sign up for those info sessions.  Read More

Know Your Rights Workshop

Midtown Community Court is hosting a Know Your Rights workshop on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 from  6:00 -7:30pm for community members. The workshop will focus on dispelling myths surrounding civilian rights during police encounters. Participants will learn more about their constitutional and civil rights to remain informed and stay safe. The event will be held on Zoom and in-person. Participants (must be 18+) may register for the event via the Eventbrite site by scanning the QR code on the flyer or reaching out to Sonia Chowdhury at 917-594-8751 or MCCIntake@nycourts.gov. Read More

City of Yes Public Information Sessions

'CITY OF YES'
Department of City Planning Information Sessions

Mayor Adams is proposing three city-wide text amendments to promote a more sustainable city, to create more jobs and economic opportunity, and to deliver more housing.  Collectively, they are referred to as the “City of Yes” proposals.   

There will be public information sessions on Monday, March 20 and Tuesday, March 28.   

These public information sessions will focus on the first proposal -- City of Yes for Carbon Neutrality -- that will support the quest to make New York City a greener, healthier city for all New Yorkers.  Read More

Grand Central Terminal Train Shed Rehabilitation

The MTA has informed us that work will begin as early as Monday, January 9 to remove the Park Avenue Malls/Medians between East 46th and East 49th Street to facilitate the MTA and Metro-North Railroad Grand Central Terminal Train Shed Rehabilitation Project.

Click here for more information about the project, including a map of the affected area and important information about plans and work hours.  Read More

Accessibility Project at 14th St. Subway Station

The MTA will install elevators at 14th St and 6th and 7th Avenue subway stations  as part of their accessibility upgrades for the 14th Street Station Complex. Read More

Empire Station Complex

You can find information on the Plan for the project on ESD’s website. You can find links to Statements and Resolutions passed by Community Board 5 about this proposal below. Read More