Community Alerts 6.6.25

Traffic Advisories

Alternate side parking regulations and parking meters will be suspended for Idul-Adha (Eid Al-Adha), Friday-Saturday, June 6-7. Parking meters will remain in effect. Click here to download the NYCASP calendar. 

The Mastercard New York Mini 10K will kick off at Central Park West and West 90th Street on Saturday, June 7, at 8:00am. Due to the race, there will be no parking on Friday, June 6 at 8:00pm through Saturday, June 7 at 12:00pm on Central Park West from West 72nd Street to West 96th Street, as well as no traffic allowed on these streets on Saturday, June 7. Click here to see more details, including the full parking and traffic advisory. You can also learn more on the New York Road Runners website.

Donate Blood

The West Side YMCA is hosting a blood drive in partnership with the New York Blood Center on Tuesday, June 10, from 11:00am to 5:00pm. The drive will take place at 5 West 63rd Street in the Parkside Room (1st Floor). Make an appointment here.

Restaurants: Participate in NYC Restaurant Week 

NYC Restaurant Week is returning July 21 to August 17, with an optional extension through September 1. Restaurants should register by June 10 to be included in the initial website launch, or by June 28 at the latest. You can participate during lunch and/or dinner at the $30, $45, or $60 price points. Monday–Friday participation is required; Sunday is optional; Saturday is excluded. Restaurants may opt in for 1, 2, 3, or all 4 weeks, with the additional option to extend through Labor Day. To learn more and register, visit the NYC Tourism website and review this flyer.

Primary Election Dates and Deadlines

Make sure you're ready to vote in this year’s NYC elections. The Citywide Primary Election is on Tuesday, June 24, and there are several important deadlines to keep in mind:

• Change of Address Deadline: Monday, June 9
• Voter Registration Deadline: Saturday, June 14
• Early Voting (Primary Election): Saturday, June 14 – Sunday, June 22
• Primary Election Day: Tuesday, June 24 (polls open 6:00am – 9:00pm)

For more information and to find your poll site, visit NYCVotes.org. 

GuildCare Open House at Lighthouse Guild

Lighthouse Guild will host a GuildCare open house on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, from 3:00pm to 5:00pm at 250 West 64th Street, 4th Floor Cafeteria. Guests are welcome to stop by at any time during the event for a brief guided tour, activity demonstrations, light refreshments, and the chance to meet the organization’s compassionate and dedicated team. Attendees can learn how their clients and individuals in the community can benefit from Lighthouse Guild’s comprehensive services, including nursing, social work, therapeutic recreation, vision rehabilitation, meals, and transportation. The event will also highlight AI tools for low vision, and attendees can take home branded giveaways and referral packets. Learn more and register for the event here. 

Participatory Budgeting Voting

The People's Money is New York City's annual citywide Participatory Budgeting (PB) initiative where community members decide how to spend part of the city's budget. New Yorkers can vote to decide what ideas they want to see come to life. Voting is open now through Wednesday, June 25. Learn more and vote here.

Retail Business Owners: $5M Retail Theft Tax Credit

The application for New York State’s $5 million Retail Theft Tax Credit is now open. This program helps eligible retail businesses recover costs related to theft prevention and recovery efforts. This program is designed to support all qualifying retail owners in mitigating the financial impact of retail theft. Eligible businesses can apply to receive a tax credit to offset costs related to theft prevention and recovery. You can learn more by reading the official program brochure; application guidelines and instructions; and pertinent information on eligibility and allowable expenses. For additional information, visit the Department of Taxation and Finance website and the Division of Criminal Justice Services website.

DCWP Rules Relating to Credit Card Limitations

DCWP is amending section 5-24 of chapter 5 of title 6 of the Rules of the City of New York (“RCNY”) to ensure consistency with New York General Business Law § 518 (“GBL § 518”), which was recently amended to limit the surcharge a seller may impose for a customer’s use of a credit card and to require clear and conspicuous posting of the total price for using a credit card. You can read the rule, which will take effect on August 5, 2025, here.

NYC Animal Events Calendar 

The Mayor’s Office of Animal Welfare has launched an Events Calendar! This public resource is designed to raise awareness about animal-related events and initiatives throughout New York City, including opportunities to meet pets available for adoption, learn about other species that call the Big Apple home, help our furry and feathered friends, and more.

Please check it out and share with any animal-loving friends. Organizations are invited to submit events online and contribute to making this a robust resource. For more information, and to submit an event, please visit the Events landing page.