Starting January 5, 2025, vehicles entering Manhattan’s Congestion Relief Zone (local streets and avenues at or below 60th Street) will be charged a toll. This program is designed to reduce traffic, improve air quality, and fund better public transit. To help the public understand how the program works, the MTA is hosting eight public webinars […]
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YourPeer is a mobile-first web application designed to assist unhoused and unstably housed youth aged 16 to 24 in accessing vital services across New York City. Co-designed with input from the youth community, the platform provides a user-friendly experience to help users navigate and connect with over 2,500 peer-validated services at more than 1,300 locations citywide. By partnering with government agencies and service providers, YourPeer ensures its information remains accurate and up to date.
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Below you will find CB14’s December 2024 meeting calendar & agendas. Watch live and archived meetings on the CB14 YouTube channel. Register on our online meeting calendar to receive links to online meetings, to sign up to make announcements, or to RSVP. Receive our meeting calendar via email by signing up to the CB14 newsletter.
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The New York City Department of Sanitation announced that in observance of Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 28, 2024, there will be NO trash, curbside composting nor recycling collection on the holiday. For questions about Sanitation services and holiday schedules contact 311 or visit nyc.gov/sanitation.
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On November 14, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul announced the phased implementation of New York’s Congestion Pricing program, which had previously been on hold. The MTA Board has now approved the plan, with tolling in the Congestion Relief Zone set to begin at midnight on Sunday, January 5, 2025. Later this week, a series of public
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New York City has elevated its drought status to a drought warning, the second of three levels in the city’s water conservation declarations. This escalation reflects ongoing precipitation shortages affecting the city and its watershed. If conditions worsen, a drought emergency may be declared, requiring stricter water conservation measures across the city. City agencies have
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Recent instances of brush fires in New York City, driven by prolonged dry weather, highlight the importance of staying informed and prepared. While often associated with rural areas, brush fires can also occur in the City’s parks, greenways, and vegetated spaces, where dry conditions can quickly turn small sparks into dangerous fires. To address the
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The Office of Civil Justice will hold its seventh annual public hearing on New York City’s Universal Access to Legal Services program, a key initiative that supports tenants facing eviction. Since its establishment under Local Law 136 of 2017, the Universal Access program has made New York the first U.S. city to guarantee legal support
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In case you missed it… Starting November 12, 2024, all properties with 1-9 residential units must use bins (55 gallons or less) with secure lids for trash collection. This change aims to remove trash bags from the streets and reduce rat infestations. New! DSNY is hosting virtual information sessions where you can learn more about
The New York City Department of Sanitation announced that there would be no trash, curbside compost or recycling collection on Monday, November 11, 2024, Veterans Day.
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