Community Alerts 9.27.23

Traffic Advisories

From Wednesday, September 27 through Friday, September 29, there is paving scheduled overnight in Lincoln Square on West 60th Street between Broadway and West End Avenue, and the street will be closed to vehicular traffic.

Schedules are subject to change due to inclement weather or emergencies. Visit the City's weekly resurfacing schedule here.

COVID -19 Tests

Each U.S. household is eligible to receive our free COVID-19 rapid tests. Order your at-home tests here. 

New Rule Requires Businesses to Containerize Trash

The NYC Department of Sanitation recently announced a new rule that will require all commercial trash to be in secure, lidded containers beginning March 1, 2024. Read the announcement here.

Parking Rates Increase This Fall

Hourly parking meter rates will increase citywide as of October 16, 2023. Costs will vary by location, demand, and duration of parking. Read the details from DOT.

City of Yes

Under the Adams Administration, NYC’s Department of Planning is updating the city’s zoning regulations “to support small businesses, create affordable housing, and promote sustainability.” These “City of Yes” initiatives fit into three categories: carbon neutrality, economic opportunity, and housing opportunity. Learn more about the proposed initiatives here.

New Map Reflects Overlapping Community & City Council Districts

In September, the NYC Department of City Planning released a new map that shows how community boards and City Council districts overlap after the 2023 redistricting. Access the map here. 

Free West Side Flu Shot Day

Assemblymember Linda B. Rosenthal’s annual free West Side Flu Shot Day with Mount Sinai Health Systems will be on Friday, October 13, 2023 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event will take place at her district office, which is located at 230 West 72nd Street (between Broadway and West End Avenue). If you have any questions or to RSVP and secure an appointment, please call (212) 873-6368 or email rosenthall@nyassembly.gov. 

Public Hearing on Proposed Rules Relating to Motorized Micromobility

On Monday, October 16 at 11:00am, the NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection will hold a public hearing on proposed rules meant to clarify the definition of an “accredited testing laboratory.” Learn more about how to participate or comment here.

Vote in the Upcoming New York State General Election

October 23rd is the last chance to update your address or request an absentee ballot. Check here for more election deadlines and key dates. Visit NYC Votes to check your registration or register to vote.

New Training Program Available to Businesses

The NYC Department of Small Business Services created a Customized Training program that allows NYC businesses to train their staff. This is a competitive, reimbursable grant that is meant to help businesses reduce employee turnover, develop employee skills, and more. Learn more about the program or register to attend the next info session.  

Job Opportunities Via the West Side Work Coalition

A new partnership between City Council Member Erik Bottcher, the West Side Work Coalition, Hudson Guild, Greenwich House, and the NYC Employment and Training Coalition will support the development of new and dynamic training programs for future jobs. The first effort will focus on job seekers at NYCHA Elliott-Chelsea and Fulton Houses. Read more about the program or access the form for job seekers job here.  

Earned Safe and Sick Time Act

A new rule surrounding the Earned Safe and Sick Time Act (“ESSTA”) will go into effect on October 15, 2023. Read the full notice here.

Environmental Events and Updates

Interested in staying up to date on environmental events taking place on Manhattan’s Upper West Side? Read the UWSR Eco Letter here.