Community Alerts

Community Alerts 10.10.24

Oct 7, 2024
Community Alerts 10.10.24

Elevator Replacements at 66th Street-Lincoln Center Subway Station

To improve customer experience and modernize the transit system, the MTA is replacing elevators at various stations. Construction activities for the 66th Street-Lincoln Center Subway Station begin on or around Thursday, October 17. Two elevators that provide access to the 1 Train will be closed and removed for replacements through mid-2025. One elevator is located at street level of 66th Street and Broadway (south side), providing access to South Ferry. The other is located at street level on 66th Street and Broadway (north side), providing access to Van Cortlandt Park bound platforms. If you have questions, contact the MTA by calling (212) 430-1525 or emailing 37ElevatorsProject@gmail.com. To learn about the status of other elevators or escalators, visit the MTA's website.

 

Storefront Businesses: Complete this Survey

The Manhattan Chamber of Commerce is conducting a brief survey to better understand the needs of storefront businesses in Manhattan. The survey asks 10 simple questions about foot traffic and customer spending. It will only take four minutes to complete. Please take the survey here. 

 

Complete this Survey: Understanding New Yorkers’ Experiences with Discrimination

The NYC Commission on Human Rights invites you to take their new survey! Available in over ten languages, the survey aims to understand how New Yorkers experience and perceive instances of discrimination in their daily lives. The responses will be used to inform and improve the work and outreach of the Commission on Human Rights and other local government agencies. Visit their website for information about the Commission on Human Rights. To learn more about ways to get involved, please check out the Commission’s latest “Together NYC” campaign.

 

LinkNYC Offers Free Ad Space for NYC Women-Owned Businesses

In celebration of National Women's Small Business Month, LinkNYC is offering FREE advertising space on their kiosks for NYC-based, women-owned small businesses. Throughout October, women-owned small businesses across the five boroughs are eligible to amplify their messaging on four LinkNYC kiosks — free of charge — for 30 days. Learn more about this opportunity at a webinar on Thursday, October 17, from 12:00pm until 1:00pm, or apply here for free ad space. 

 

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Cybersecurity Awareness Month is a time for the public and private sectors to work together to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity. Taking precautions like using strong passwords, turning on MTA, recognizing and reporting phishing attempts, and updating your software can all keep you safe online. Learn more about this year’s theme, Secure Our World, here.

 

Traffic Advisories

Need to know about upcoming bridge and street closures? Visit DOT’s webpage for the weekly traffic advisory and weekend traffic advisory.