read more below about the east New York IBZ sites - RFP Visioning session.
cick on the image below to register to the next Community visioning zoom meeting.
click on the image below to download a copy of the eny manufacturing district needs assessment
click the image below to download a copy of the eny local conditions report
click the image below to download a copy of the eny visioning presentation
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What Makes the East New York IBZ Special?
• More affordable real estate than other IBZs in New York City • Eligibility for IBZ Relocation Tax Credit • Excellent transit connectivity and proximity to vibrant residential neighborhoods and a major regional transit hub at Broadway Junction, providing opportunities for workforce recruitment In advance of the RFP release, we have released a webform to facilitate partnerships between community groups, developers, technical assistance providers, potential tenants and other interested parties who are interested in responding to this upcoming opportunity. We encourage all groups to connect and collaborate on their vision for the RFP site(s). If you’re interested in partnering on these developments, please complete this form. See more details about the sites here. |
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Join the City and Council Member Sandy Nurse for a public workshop to learn about recent investments to the Broadway Junction area and provide feedback on the new public spaces planned along Van Sinderen!
We will be holding the event on Thursday, February 29, 2024, 6-8pm in-person at 127 Pennsylvania Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11207. Spanish interpretation, food, and supervised kids’ station will also be provided!
Please see the attached flyer for more details, and we encourage you to share this event widely with your neighbors, friends, and family. To register for the event, please RSVP here. We’re looking forward to seeing you there!
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We will be holding the event on Thursday, February 29, 2024, 6-8pm in-person at 127 Pennsylvania Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11207. Spanish interpretation, food, and supervised kids’ station will also be provided!
Please see the attached flyer for more details, and we encourage you to share this event widely with your neighbors, friends, and family. To register for the event, please RSVP here. We’re looking forward to seeing you there!
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¡Únase a la Ciudad y a la concejal Sandy Nurse para informarse sobre las inversiones recientes y dar su opinión sobre los nuevos espacios públicos planeados a lo largo de Van Sinderen cerca de la estación Broadway Junction!
Realizaremos el evento el jueves 29 de febrero de 2024, de 6 a 8 p. m. en persona en 127 Pennsylvania Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11207. ¡También se proporcionará traducción al español, comida y una estación de supervisión infantil!
Consulte el folleto adjunto para obtener más detalles, le invitamos a compartir ampliamente este evento con sus vecinos, amigos y familiares. registrarse Confirme su asistencia al evento aquí. ¡Esperamos verle allí!
Realizaremos el evento el jueves 29 de febrero de 2024, de 6 a 8 p. m. en persona en 127 Pennsylvania Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11207. ¡También se proporcionará traducción al español, comida y una estación de supervisión infantil!
Consulte el folleto adjunto para obtener más detalles, le invitamos a compartir ampliamente este evento con sus vecinos, amigos y familiares. registrarse Confirme su asistencia al evento aquí. ¡Esperamos verle allí!
ALL Businesses Must Containerize Their Trash
Starting March 1, 2024, all businesses in NYC must use bins with secure lids when setting out trash for collection.
This new rule is an important step in keeping our streets clean!
This rule applies to any business in New York City, regardless of what is sold. Any perishable material (trash or organic material) must be in a bin with a secure lid when set out on the curb for collection. This requirement does not apply to businesses that have waste collected from a loading dock.
Store bins inside or outside
Bins should be stored inside or in a rear yard if possible. If space is not available, bins can be stored within three (3) feet of the building line when not set out for collection. Bins must be maintained in a neat and orderly manner and always allow for a clear path of pedestrian travel on the sidewalk.
Join an info session!
Need more information to prepare your business? Join one of the Department of Sanitation’s trainings, held weekly through March:
Meeting Date - Meeting Time - Registration Link
Feb 12 - 3:00 PM - (Spanish)
https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/a6b8f369-8338-400d-b436-31653f79889b@32f56fc7-5f81-4e22-a95b-15da66513bef
Feb 21 - 10:00 AM
https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/16781dde-9de0-46b0-bd18-800d6173eb7e@32f56fc7-5f81-4e22-a95b-15da66513bef
Feb 26 - 1:00 PM - (Chinese)
https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/aaffc80f-8353-4f8e-a213-87f3d97e5237@32f56fc7-5f81-4e22-a95b-15da66513bef
March 7 - 5:00 PM
https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/249aeace-381f-4164-804a-d34f9b885f6a@32f56fc7-5f81-4e22-a95b-15da66513bef
March 15 - 10:00 AM - (Spanish)
https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/c2cee688-1622-47a0-ae75-4ee1e8d7071c@32f56fc7-5f81-4e22-a95b-15da66513bef
March 19 - 3:00 PM - (Chinese)
https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/5578d4ac-b96f-414c-a5ad-deebcb33f8d6@32f56fc7-5f81-4e22-a95b-15da66513bef
March 25 - 5:00 PM
https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/f85b6b9d-6c69-4b4e-a104-801708758b04@32f56fc7-5f81-4e22-a95b-15da66513bef
If you’re unable to make an info session, please go to nyc.gov/usebins for more information.
As a reminder: The food-related business containerization rule is in effect as of 8/1/2023. All catering establishments, food manufacturers, food preparation establishments, food service establishments, food wholesalers, and retail food stores must use a bin to keep streets clean and avoid a fine.
Recycling
Starting March 1, 2024, all businesses in NYC must use bins with secure lids when setting out trash for collection.
This new rule is an important step in keeping our streets clean!
This rule applies to any business in New York City, regardless of what is sold. Any perishable material (trash or organic material) must be in a bin with a secure lid when set out on the curb for collection. This requirement does not apply to businesses that have waste collected from a loading dock.
Store bins inside or outside
Bins should be stored inside or in a rear yard if possible. If space is not available, bins can be stored within three (3) feet of the building line when not set out for collection. Bins must be maintained in a neat and orderly manner and always allow for a clear path of pedestrian travel on the sidewalk.
Join an info session!
Need more information to prepare your business? Join one of the Department of Sanitation’s trainings, held weekly through March:
Meeting Date - Meeting Time - Registration Link
Feb 12 - 3:00 PM - (Spanish)
https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/a6b8f369-8338-400d-b436-31653f79889b@32f56fc7-5f81-4e22-a95b-15da66513bef
Feb 21 - 10:00 AM
https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/16781dde-9de0-46b0-bd18-800d6173eb7e@32f56fc7-5f81-4e22-a95b-15da66513bef
Feb 26 - 1:00 PM - (Chinese)
https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/aaffc80f-8353-4f8e-a213-87f3d97e5237@32f56fc7-5f81-4e22-a95b-15da66513bef
March 7 - 5:00 PM
https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/249aeace-381f-4164-804a-d34f9b885f6a@32f56fc7-5f81-4e22-a95b-15da66513bef
March 15 - 10:00 AM - (Spanish)
https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/c2cee688-1622-47a0-ae75-4ee1e8d7071c@32f56fc7-5f81-4e22-a95b-15da66513bef
March 19 - 3:00 PM - (Chinese)
https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/5578d4ac-b96f-414c-a5ad-deebcb33f8d6@32f56fc7-5f81-4e22-a95b-15da66513bef
March 25 - 5:00 PM
https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/f85b6b9d-6c69-4b4e-a104-801708758b04@32f56fc7-5f81-4e22-a95b-15da66513bef
If you’re unable to make an info session, please go to nyc.gov/usebins for more information.
As a reminder: The food-related business containerization rule is in effect as of 8/1/2023. All catering establishments, food manufacturers, food preparation establishments, food service establishments, food wholesalers, and retail food stores must use a bin to keep streets clean and avoid a fine.
- The chain business containerization rule is in effect as of 9/5/2023. This includes all businesses with five or more locations in New York City.
Recycling
- Bins with secure lids can be set out at the curb 1 hour before closing.
- Clear bags can only be used after 8:00pm
Important:
Existing Companies Have One Year to File. New Companies Must File Within 90 Days of Creation or Registration.
Existing Companies Have One Year to File. New Companies Must File Within 90 Days of Creation or Registration.
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Greetings,
Council Member Nurse cordially invites you to a captivating "Doing Business in East New York" event, where we will highlight emerging opportunities in the East New York Industrial Business Zone. The East New York IBZ is a 105-acre industrial park that supports hundreds of businesses and thousands of jobs. Join us on Wednesday, September 27th from 9am to 11am to hear from key leaders in East New York about the future of the IBZ and how your business could benefit from doing business in East New York. Please see the attached e-vite for event details. If you plan on attending please RSVP here. About the Event: Doing Business in East New York is the culmination of a series of town halls and visioning sessions in which East New York community leaders identified key industrial sectors that they would like to see operating within the East New York Industrial Business Zone. This curated event will invite non-profits, worker owned cooperatives, private companies and other organizations from those specific industrial and manufacturing sectors to consider locating their operations within the ENY IBZ for the purposes of boosting local employment and entrepreneurship. This event will provide attendees with information on available incentives, business supportive resources, and real estate opportunities in the IBZ. Businesses and organizations that share the values articulated by grassroots groups in East New York, and which are aligned with general principles of the Solidarity Economy and community wealth building practices will be invited to meet our community. Background: New York City's industrial sector employed 440,000 New Yorkers with an average wage of $87,748. The large majority of this workforce - 80% - is people of color and 85% male. Much like the rest of the City, the East New York IBZ is still recovering from COVID-19. In 2021, the IBZ was home to approximately 135 businesses and 3,800 jobs. These jobs are concentrated in industries such as manufacturing and transportation, steel and metal fabrication, woodworking, vinyl manufacturing, and wholesale trade. As our economy continues to recover and adjust to COVID-19, and with climate change an existential threat, it is essential that we utilize any and all public resources to build a more just, democratic, and resilient local economy. Waste management and repurposing, urban agriculture, sustainable construction, and cannabis are all burgeoning industries that can help reduce our climate impact, promote economic and racial justice, and build community wealth. This is the future we want to build for our community. About the venue: The East New York Industrial Building (the “Industrial Building”) - also known as 172 Junius Street - is owned by the City of New York under the jurisdiction of the Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) and leased by DCAS to NYC Economic Development Corporation (EDC) for subleasing and management. EDC recently invested over $6 million into the renovation of the Industrial Building while retaining two M/WBE tenants. Two newly refurbished 5,000 square foot units with 20-foot ceiling heights are anticipated to be available to lease by the end of September 2023. The leasing form for submitting proposed offers to lease one or both of the two newly refurbished units will be released Fall 2023 (sign up here to be notified) and may take special note of applications with a focus on any one or more in the urban agriculture, cannabis, green manufacturing, and sustainability fields, generally. When complete, the 60,000 square feet site will also offer nearly 30,000 square feet of surface parking and loading/unloading area at street level. If you plan on attending, please RSVP here so we can get an accurate estimate of attendees. We will send a draft run-of-show closer to the event date. Thank you, and see you soon! |
view the the Second Edition of the District Needs Assessment & Business-to-Business Directory
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Follow this link to view the Manufacturing Report >>HTTPS://ONLINE.FLIPHTML5.COM/RSNQB/KVIK/
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EMPOWER East New York
EastNewYork.com is thrilled to announce the newest installment of the EMPOWER ENY Series with an upcoming event titled “Tools for Career Development and Entrepreneurship”. The in-person expert panel discussion and workshop will take place on Saturday, July 29th from 12pm – 2pm at the NYPD Community Center, located at 127 Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn NY.
The event will provide a unique platform for job seekers and entrepreneurs to engage directly with a wide range of local government organizations and programs that are designed to offer tools for success.
Attendees will gain access to invaluable connections, in-depth career insights, and life-changing opportunities.
Special Guests and Hosts Include:
The series’ goals include economic empowerment through financial education, community relationship-building, and collection of essential data points to inform future developments and happenings. We hope you’re able to join us!
EastNewYork.com is thrilled to announce the newest installment of the EMPOWER ENY Series with an upcoming event titled “Tools for Career Development and Entrepreneurship”. The in-person expert panel discussion and workshop will take place on Saturday, July 29th from 12pm – 2pm at the NYPD Community Center, located at 127 Pennsylvania Avenue in Brooklyn NY.
The event will provide a unique platform for job seekers and entrepreneurs to engage directly with a wide range of local government organizations and programs that are designed to offer tools for success.
Attendees will gain access to invaluable connections, in-depth career insights, and life-changing opportunities.
Special Guests and Hosts Include:
- Nikki Lucas (NYS Assembly Member)
- Mackenton Petion (Co-founder of 24K Brand Restaurant Group)
- Melissa Hester (Deputy Commissioner of NYC Human Resources)
- Marlon Rice (Founder of Good People NYC)
- La'Shawn Allen-Muhammad (Executive Director of Central Brooklyn Economic Development Corporation)
The series’ goals include economic empowerment through financial education, community relationship-building, and collection of essential data points to inform future developments and happenings. We hope you’re able to join us!
Saturday, July 29, 2023 12:00 PM
EMPOWER East New York: Tools for Career Development and Entrepreneurship
127 Pennsylvania Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207
The event will provide a unique platform for job seekers to engage directly with a wide range of local businesses and organizations actively seeking new talent. From entry-level positions to specialized roles, employers from various sectors will be present to showcase their opportunities and discuss potential career paths. This event offers an invaluable chance for residents of East New York and the surrounding areas to connect with local businesses and explore potential career options.
In addition to the career fair, the event will feature an insightful panel discussion with distinguished professionals from different industries. The panelists, selected for their expertise and experience, will share valuable insights, career advice, and success stories, offering attendees a glimpse into various career paths and the skills required to excel in today’s job market. The panel discussion aims to inspire and motivate participants, empowering them to make informed decisions about their professional aspirations.
EMPOWER East New York: Tools for Career Development and Entrepreneurship
127 Pennsylvania Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207
The event will provide a unique platform for job seekers to engage directly with a wide range of local businesses and organizations actively seeking new talent. From entry-level positions to specialized roles, employers from various sectors will be present to showcase their opportunities and discuss potential career paths. This event offers an invaluable chance for residents of East New York and the surrounding areas to connect with local businesses and explore potential career options.
In addition to the career fair, the event will feature an insightful panel discussion with distinguished professionals from different industries. The panelists, selected for their expertise and experience, will share valuable insights, career advice, and success stories, offering attendees a glimpse into various career paths and the skills required to excel in today’s job market. The panel discussion aims to inspire and motivate participants, empowering them to make informed decisions about their professional aspirations.
SBS and Business Improvement Districts Celebrate Small Business Month with Citywide Events
Click on the image below to see the full Press Release (External link)
Click on the image to download the report.
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NYCEDC and MTA to Oversee Nearly $500 Million in Public Realm Improvements, Station Complex Improvements, and Accessibility Upgrades
Public and Private Investments to Generate $11.6 Billion in Economic Impact and Over 2,300 Jobs, With City and State Prioritizing Local Hiring
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MAYOR ADAMS ANNOUNCES NEW INVESTMENTS IN PUBLIC SPACE, GOOD JOBS, AFFORDABLE HOUSING AROUND BROADWAY JUNCTION SUBWAY STATION
NYCEDC and MTA to Oversee Nearly $500 Million in Public Realm Improvements, Station Complex Improvements, and Accessibility Upgrades
Public and Private Investments to Generate $11.6 Billion in Economic Impact and Over 2,300 Jobs, With City and State Prioritizing Community Hiring
NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced a major public investment in the area around the Broadway Junction subway station in Brooklyn that will deliver vibrant public space, improve quality of life, create family-sustaining jobs, and unlock inclusive economic growth throughout East New York. Driving the plan is a $500 million investment in the community, including $400 million for accessibility upgrades at the Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s (MTA) Broadway Junction station complex, part of ongoing efforts to make the station a true regional transit center. The remainder is a $95 million investment to activate underutilized public spaces around the subway complex; improve street safety for pedestrians, cyclists, and all road users; and create approximately one acre of new open space.
These investments build on a series of steps the city and state have taken to bring economic opportunities, services, and amenities to this long-underserved community. With these new public commitments and planned private investments around the Broadway Junction complex, the city is expected to see over $11.6 billion in economic impact over the next 30 years, including opportunities for local businesses, nonprofits, and minority- and women-owned business enterprises (M/WBEs). These new public realm investments alone are expected to generate over 2,300 construction jobs.
Public realm improvements surrounding Broadway Junction were a key initiative in Mayor Adams’ and New York Governor Kathy Hochul’s “New” New York action plan, “Making New York Work for Everyone,” which identified the area as an emerging jobs hub.
Within a 10-minute walk of the Broadway Junction station, more than 433 homes have recently been completed or are in construction, with more than 1,700 additional homes projected or permitted. Nearly all of the 433 homes are affordable to families earning less than 80 percent of area median income, and nearly 60 percent will be affordable for families earning less than 50 percent of area median income. All of the anticipated housing construction will have to meet affordability requirements under Mandatory Inclusionary Housing or are currently engaging with the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) to provide even greater affordability.
As part of the plan, NYCEDC will create two new public plazas on either side of Van Sinderen Avenue and Fulton Street, creating a new gateway entrance to the Broadway Junction station with new lighting, art, vending space, seating, and plantings. The project will also deliver streetscape improvements with new pedestrian safety measures, bike infrastructure, signage, and street furniture on Van Sinderen Avenue between Fulton Street and Atlantic Avenue.
The MTA’s improvements will bring ADA accessibility to the entire Broadway Junction station, including transfers between the Fulton line A/C, Jamaica line J/Z, and Canarsie line L stations. The project also includes state-of-good-repair investments, including escalator replacements, and will create a new entrance with direct access to the L train on the east side of Van Sinderen Avenue.
With these new investments and connected projects, the city will create opportunities designated for local businesses. The city will set aside a minimum of 35 percent of design and construction contracts for of the public space around the Broadway Junction for M/WBE businesses, with an emphasis on targeting and certifying local minority, women, and other disadvantaged businesses in the community to become M/WBE-certified. The city will then prioritize these businesses for admission into the spring 2024 cohort of NYCEDC’s ConstructNYC program, which will help small and mid-sized firms become prequalified to work on these and other city construction projects.
At the same time, the city will reduce barriers for the local workforce to access training and new job opportunities coming out of this investment. The New York City Department of Small Business Services (SBS) will offer direct entry training programs, targeted outreach, and marketing of upcoming training and recruitment events at the East New York Workforce 1 Center and through the city’s HireNYC program. In addition, the MTA has set a goal that at least 20 percent of the New York state workforce come from neighborhoods surrounding the project, including it in its newly created Local Hiring pilot.
These new investments also build on steps the Adams administration is taking in partnership with New York City Councilmember Sandy Nurse to foster inclusive growth around Broadway Junction with support for local businesses, nonprofits, and minority- and women-owned businesses to participate, including:
• Phase one of the administration’s “City Agencies Revitalizing the Economy” (CARE) strategy, which will bring the area’s largest-ever commercial building, with the New York City Department of Social Services occupying space.
• The $21.6 million reconstruction of the Callahan-Kelly Playground, which is located next to Broadway Junction station and scheduled to reopen this spring — completely overhauling the three-acre park with new play equipment, upgraded sports courts, and a brand-new skate park.
• A request for proposals that NYCEDC will release in 2024 to activate a 20,000-square-foot lot on Sackman Street in the East New York industrial business zone to provide opportunities for local businesses and jobs.
• The launch of an opportunity to lease up to 10,000 square feet in the newly renovated East New York Industrial Building at 181 Powell Street later this year.
• An opportunity to lease a city-owned, 3,600-square-foot vacant lot on East New York Avenue.
NYCEDC and MTA to Oversee Nearly $500 Million in Public Realm Improvements, Station Complex Improvements, and Accessibility Upgrades
Public and Private Investments to Generate $11.6 Billion in Economic Impact and Over 2,300 Jobs, With City and State Prioritizing Community Hiring
NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced a major public investment in the area around the Broadway Junction subway station in Brooklyn that will deliver vibrant public space, improve quality of life, create family-sustaining jobs, and unlock inclusive economic growth throughout East New York. Driving the plan is a $500 million investment in the community, including $400 million for accessibility upgrades at the Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s (MTA) Broadway Junction station complex, part of ongoing efforts to make the station a true regional transit center. The remainder is a $95 million investment to activate underutilized public spaces around the subway complex; improve street safety for pedestrians, cyclists, and all road users; and create approximately one acre of new open space.
These investments build on a series of steps the city and state have taken to bring economic opportunities, services, and amenities to this long-underserved community. With these new public commitments and planned private investments around the Broadway Junction complex, the city is expected to see over $11.6 billion in economic impact over the next 30 years, including opportunities for local businesses, nonprofits, and minority- and women-owned business enterprises (M/WBEs). These new public realm investments alone are expected to generate over 2,300 construction jobs.
Public realm improvements surrounding Broadway Junction were a key initiative in Mayor Adams’ and New York Governor Kathy Hochul’s “New” New York action plan, “Making New York Work for Everyone,” which identified the area as an emerging jobs hub.
Within a 10-minute walk of the Broadway Junction station, more than 433 homes have recently been completed or are in construction, with more than 1,700 additional homes projected or permitted. Nearly all of the 433 homes are affordable to families earning less than 80 percent of area median income, and nearly 60 percent will be affordable for families earning less than 50 percent of area median income. All of the anticipated housing construction will have to meet affordability requirements under Mandatory Inclusionary Housing or are currently engaging with the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) to provide even greater affordability.
As part of the plan, NYCEDC will create two new public plazas on either side of Van Sinderen Avenue and Fulton Street, creating a new gateway entrance to the Broadway Junction station with new lighting, art, vending space, seating, and plantings. The project will also deliver streetscape improvements with new pedestrian safety measures, bike infrastructure, signage, and street furniture on Van Sinderen Avenue between Fulton Street and Atlantic Avenue.
The MTA’s improvements will bring ADA accessibility to the entire Broadway Junction station, including transfers between the Fulton line A/C, Jamaica line J/Z, and Canarsie line L stations. The project also includes state-of-good-repair investments, including escalator replacements, and will create a new entrance with direct access to the L train on the east side of Van Sinderen Avenue.
With these new investments and connected projects, the city will create opportunities designated for local businesses. The city will set aside a minimum of 35 percent of design and construction contracts for of the public space around the Broadway Junction for M/WBE businesses, with an emphasis on targeting and certifying local minority, women, and other disadvantaged businesses in the community to become M/WBE-certified. The city will then prioritize these businesses for admission into the spring 2024 cohort of NYCEDC’s ConstructNYC program, which will help small and mid-sized firms become prequalified to work on these and other city construction projects.
At the same time, the city will reduce barriers for the local workforce to access training and new job opportunities coming out of this investment. The New York City Department of Small Business Services (SBS) will offer direct entry training programs, targeted outreach, and marketing of upcoming training and recruitment events at the East New York Workforce 1 Center and through the city’s HireNYC program. In addition, the MTA has set a goal that at least 20 percent of the New York state workforce come from neighborhoods surrounding the project, including it in its newly created Local Hiring pilot.
These new investments also build on steps the Adams administration is taking in partnership with New York City Councilmember Sandy Nurse to foster inclusive growth around Broadway Junction with support for local businesses, nonprofits, and minority- and women-owned businesses to participate, including:
• Phase one of the administration’s “City Agencies Revitalizing the Economy” (CARE) strategy, which will bring the area’s largest-ever commercial building, with the New York City Department of Social Services occupying space.
• The $21.6 million reconstruction of the Callahan-Kelly Playground, which is located next to Broadway Junction station and scheduled to reopen this spring — completely overhauling the three-acre park with new play equipment, upgraded sports courts, and a brand-new skate park.
• A request for proposals that NYCEDC will release in 2024 to activate a 20,000-square-foot lot on Sackman Street in the East New York industrial business zone to provide opportunities for local businesses and jobs.
• The launch of an opportunity to lease up to 10,000 square feet in the newly renovated East New York Industrial Building at 181 Powell Street later this year.
• An opportunity to lease a city-owned, 3,600-square-foot vacant lot on East New York Avenue.
Click below to download the announcement.
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Ted Henning obituary published by New York Times, April 16, 2023.
Finally, we have political leadership coming from Comptroller Lander and Mayor Adams placing a focus on growing procurement dollars allotted to MWBE companies instead of annual MWBE certifications,” said Bill Wilkins, Executive Director of the Local Development Corporation of East New York. “For decades, past administrations and relevant agencies interest was in reporting the annual increases in MWBE certifications and were missing the true mark of performance. This new approach will start to increase governments spend with MWBE companies and recycle dollars in black and brown communities. Additionally, a deeper dive needs to critically examine those city agencies that have a greater spend like NYC Design and Construction whose budget is $3 billion and ensure they reach their thresholds.”
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HEAD OF STATE A/W 2023 RUNWAY SHOw
Head of State A/W 2023 Collection. Courtesy of Kerry Davis
Tuesday, February 14 at 7pm - NYC
CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL REPORT & PRESS RELEASE
Tuesday, February 14 at 7pm - NYC
CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL REPORT & PRESS RELEASE
ANNOUNCING THE PROMOTION OF WILLIAM WILKINS TO EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
"I'm excited about embracing the LDCENY mission of Growing businesses, Changing lives, and Strengthening the community."
As we begin 2023 and embark on a new year and new beginnings, we are excited to announce new leadership for the Local Development Corporation of East New York (LDCENY). William Wilkins, formerly the Director of Economic Development and Housing, is now the new Executive Director of LDCENY. He graciously stepped in as the interim Executive Director for the last few months. Effective immediately, he will be the official Local Development Corporation of East New York (LDCENY) Executive Director. Mr. Wilkins brings over two decades of experience to his new position. Born and raised in Brooklyn, he is enthusiastically engaged and emotionally invested in making the greatest impact he can to his beloved community. He believes the foundation starts with economic empowerment and individual ownership, which ultimately provide financial independence. In his former position, he expanded the East Brooklyn Empire Zone via legislation on the local and state level to include Canarsie and the Biotech Center at Downstate. This action caused significant capital investment and employment growth to take place. During his previous tenure, he managed programs for city, state and federal governments aimed at fostering growth for local manufacturers and small businesses, "Jam deeply passionate about serving the underserved and working with at-risk communities. I have assisted businesses to secure over $175 million dollars in capital investment, obtained over $35 million dollars in tax incentives, purchase over 350,000 square feet of land and create over 700 jobs. While those are great strides, I feel there is so much more to do and I'm ready to do whatever I can to reduce the unemployment rate and bring East New York to new heights. " As Director of Housing, he was responsible for the development of over 600 units of affordable housing including Livonia Phase Two (12) - 240 units, Van Sindarin Plaza - 130 units, Eldert Lane - 134 units, and Broadway Triangle Plaza - 108 units which are under construction. Mr. Wilkins is hopeful about what he and the LDCENY team can do to shift the economic paradigm in East New York in a positive direction. The first order of business is to create a suite of services that focus on workforce development, financial literacy and MWBE procurement. The second is to reestablish funding from both city and state levels as well as create a pipeline of support from the private sector with the assistance of foundations. Lastly, to further support the East New York community, he aims to create a loan fund specifically for area businesses. Mr. Wilkins is a changemaker and thoroughly embraces his new role as Executive Director. "I'm a Brooklynite; I don't shy away from challenges. The LDCENY team and I are ready to make East New York a thriving and financially prosperous community that supports small businesses and attracts new businesses," he says. The Local Development Corporation of East New York has been in service to the East Brooklyn community for over 43 years, as the new Executive Director William Wilkins is ready to restore, refresh and reinvigorate a hearted and storied organization to greatness. We are excited to welcome him and his team and look forward to a bright future for East New York! |
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NYCEDC Offshore Wind Supply Chain Survey
Introduction
In service of the bold state and city objectives to bring offshore wind (OSW) power to New York, NYCEDC is seeking ways to support local manufacturers and industrial businesses transition into this burgeoning and multifaceted industry.
By completing the following survey, business owners in New York City’s industrial sectors – local manufacturers, transportation companies, logistics, construction, and more – will help NYCEDC understand how it might best assist in that transition. In addition, respondents will have the option to enter their company info into New York State’s official Offshore Wind Supply Chain Database, a resource that major offshore wind developers are required to consult when planning who and where they source their materials and services. A robust database will help EDC identify firms that are interested in and/or well suited to join the offshore wind industry as well as document barriers that might be overcome through governmental intervention. Further, this questionnaire allows lead offshore wind developers that come to New York to tap directly into local talent and resources.
By completing the following survey, business owners in New York City’s industrial sectors – local manufacturers, transportation companies, logistics, construction, and more – will help NYCEDC understand how it might best assist in that transition. In addition, respondents will have the option to enter their company info into New York State’s official Offshore Wind Supply Chain Database, a resource that major offshore wind developers are required to consult when planning who and where they source their materials and services. A robust database will help EDC identify firms that are interested in and/or well suited to join the offshore wind industry as well as document barriers that might be overcome through governmental intervention. Further, this questionnaire allows lead offshore wind developers that come to New York to tap directly into local talent and resources.
The questionnaire should take no more than 5 minutes to complete, and the confidential or public nature of your responses will be clearly identified with each question.
NYCEDC and NYSERDA will publicly use and may publish the information about the goods and services you provide. The results/responses for questions that are not explicitly marked as "Confidential" may be published with identification of the individual respondent (i.e., company) that provided the information or results. Information you provide in response to questions marked as "Confidential" will be kept confidential to the extent permitted by law or may be published in the aggregate form with no identifying respondent information.
In service of the bold state and city objectives to bring offshore wind (OSW) power to New York, NYCEDC is seeking ways to support local manufacturers and industrial businesses transition into this burgeoning and multifaceted industry.
By completing the following survey, business owners in New York City’s industrial sectors – local manufacturers, transportation companies, logistics, construction, and more – will help NYCEDC understand how it might best assist in that transition. In addition, respondents will have the option to enter their company info into New York State’s official Offshore Wind Supply Chain Database, a resource that major offshore wind developers are required to consult when planning who and where they source their materials and services. A robust database will help EDC identify firms that are interested in and/or well suited to join the offshore wind industry as well as document barriers that might be overcome through governmental intervention. Further, this questionnaire allows lead offshore wind developers that come to New York to tap directly into local talent and resources.
By completing the following survey, business owners in New York City’s industrial sectors – local manufacturers, transportation companies, logistics, construction, and more – will help NYCEDC understand how it might best assist in that transition. In addition, respondents will have the option to enter their company info into New York State’s official Offshore Wind Supply Chain Database, a resource that major offshore wind developers are required to consult when planning who and where they source their materials and services. A robust database will help EDC identify firms that are interested in and/or well suited to join the offshore wind industry as well as document barriers that might be overcome through governmental intervention. Further, this questionnaire allows lead offshore wind developers that come to New York to tap directly into local talent and resources.
The questionnaire should take no more than 5 minutes to complete, and the confidential or public nature of your responses will be clearly identified with each question.
NYCEDC and NYSERDA will publicly use and may publish the information about the goods and services you provide. The results/responses for questions that are not explicitly marked as "Confidential" may be published with identification of the individual respondent (i.e., company) that provided the information or results. Information you provide in response to questions marked as "Confidential" will be kept confidential to the extent permitted by law or may be published in the aggregate form with no identifying respondent information.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 7, 2022 CITY AWARDS NEARLY $4.4 MILLION IN GRANTS TO EXPAND PROGRAMS FOR OVER 50 SMALLER BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICTS First-Ever Small BID Support Grant Program Jumpstarts Local Investments in Sanitation, Storefront Improvement, Business Attraction and More Supports Mayor’s ‘Blueprint for Economic Recovery’ Commitment to Provide Critical Resources to Small BIDs and Fortify Commercial Corridors Across NYC NEW YORK – The Department of Small Business Services (SBS) today announced the deployment of nearly $4.4 million in investments to support dozens of under-resourced Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) throughout the five boroughs. The grant program – executed for the first time – will help level the playing field for smaller BIDs by kickstarting impactful projects to improve neighborhood safety and quality of life, enhance street life for pedestrians, residents, and shoppers, and provide support to retain local businesses. These equity-focused grants build on groundbreaking programs to encourage the development of new BIDs and fulfill Mayor Eric Adams' commitment to invest in underserved commercial corridors and foster robust networks of small businesses, as outlined in Rebuild, Renew, Reinvent: A Blueprint for New York City's Economic Recovery. "An equitable recovery must include investments in the vibrancy of our commercial corridors, especially those that were hardest hit by COVID-19," said New York City Mayor Eric Adams. "This grant program will ensure small businesses in underserved areas are able to get back on their feet after a challenging time, delivering on another key commitment laid out in our economic blueprint." “Our commercial corridors are the beating heart of our economy,” said Deputy Mayor Maria Torres-Springer. “By unlocking new supports for smaller, less-resourced Business Improvement Districts, the City is creating new opportunities for communities to shape their recovery and help their commercial corridors stand out and thrive.” “At SBS, we know first-hand how Business Improvement Districts can mobilize to support local businesses, revitalize neighborhoods, and enliven streets,” said Kevin D. Kim, Commissioner of the New York City Department of Small Business Services "This new grant program levels the playing field to give smaller BIDs more tools to invest in their communities and commercial corridors. Dozens of smaller, less resourced BIDs will be able to launch and expand new programs that will benefit tens of thousands of residents, business owners, and visitors citywide.” “I’m excited that some of our Brooklyn businessowners in underresourced BIDs will soon be able to advance the projects they’ve long-envisioned, including everything from public art campaigns to sanitation service expansions and environmental efforts,” said Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso. “The work these small businesses do uplift entire communities, and I’m grateful to the Department of Small Business Services for getting the momentum going with this first-ever small BID grant program. I look forward to working together to hopefully spread this support to more businesses in our borough and across this city.” "Investing in our business improvement districts is critical to New York City's economic recovery and is an investment in our city's future. The millions of dollars in grants being distributed to underserved communities will strengthen our commercial corridors by enhancing sanitation services, marketing programs, public safety and beautification projects. In January this year, I approached the Administration to request that they fund direct city assistance to smaller Business Improvement Districts and I thank Mayor Adams and SBS Commissioner Kim for supporting my recommendation to subsidize funding for the first time ever to Business Improvement Districts," said Council Member Julie Menin. “I’m thrilled our city is committing $100,000 to support the North Flatbush BID and small businesses in my community,” said Council Member Shahana Hanif. “ This grant will expand sanitation services, bring more trees to our streets, and expand public programming for all our neighbors to enjoy. This funding will go a long way to demonstrate to our favorite shops and restaurants that this City has their back.” “BIDs are nimble, responsive and uniquely positioned to promote the quality of life and economic success of our neighborhoods. BIDs always strive to maintain their core small business and community services, and we jump at the chance to start new programs that enhance our districts. With over two-thirds of us having 5 or fewer full-time employees, capacity and funding are always serious limitations to doing exactly that. This injection of funding for smaller Business Improvement Districts greatly expands our capacity and is a worthy and high-impact community investment. The New York City BID association thanks Mayor Adams and the City Council for their bold support,” said Robert Benfatto and David Estrada, Co-Chairs, NYC BID Association. "The 161st Street BID is excited to be a part the first ever Small BID Support Grant Program. This grant will allow our BID to continue our mission to help small businesses on 161st Street, beautify the area and continue to bring new events to the district. Marketing-wise this grant will help us revamp how our BID is presented to the public. We look forward to showing our small businesses and residents alike a new 161st Street BID," said Trey Jenkins, Executive Director, 161st Street BID “Sunnyside Shines BID is grateful for this Small BID Grant and will put the additional funding to good use. We will be able to overhaul our tree pits and our website, as well as secure additional support staff to increase our ability to improve and promote our commercial corridors,” said Dirk McCall de Palomá, Executive Director, Sunnyside Shines BID. "Our program will reach out to the Northern Manhattan business community to make them aware of the services we will provide. Thanks to the Small BID Grant, the Washington Heights BID will be able to expand our holiday lights and supplemental sanitation. The streets will be cleaner and brighter to lighten up the spirit of the holiday season. This will help jumpstart the local economy and make it more attractive for new patrons to visit and shop at the small businesses in the area. Our small businesses define the character of our community, and this grant will help to preserve it. We are grateful for the assistance from the mayor's office and the NYC Small Business Services team," said Isidro Medina, Executive Director, Washington Heights BID. SBS announced awardees of two types of grants which will support programming targeted to 53 smaller BIDs. Forty BIDs with assessments less than or equal to $600,000 will receive “Single District Grants” to support new or expanded programs. Meanwhile, 7 organizations will receive “Citywide Grant” support to deploy technical assistance, capacity building, and back-office services for BIDs with assessments less than or equal to $1 million. BIDs in all five boroughs will receive “Single District Grant” support: The Bronx – 7 BIDs; $570,000 total Brooklyn – 18 BIDs; $1,515,000 total Manhattan – 5 BIDs; $340,000 total Queens – 7 BIDs; $500,000 total Staten Island – 3 BIDs; $250,000 total BIDs will channel the grants to address unique needs of their commercial districts with programming such as:
Learn more about BIDs at nyc.gov/bids About the Department of Small Business Services (SBS) SBS helps unlock economic potential and create economic security for all New Yorkers by connecting New Yorkers to good jobs, creating stronger businesses, and building vibrant neighborhoods across the five boroughs. For more information, visit nyc.gov/sbs, call 311, and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Media Contact: Josh J Jamieson, NYC Department of Small Business Services; [email protected] 516-369-2921 ### 
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During the season of giving the EBBID is pleased to support local families holiday meals.
NYS Seed Program Grant Opportunity
The Customized Training program is a competitive, reimbursable grant that allows New York City businesses to train their staff.
With the right training, your business can:
Your business will:
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Have questions? Reply to this email or join us for a webinar to get the answers you need! Multiple sessions are available.
With the right training, your business can:
- reduce employee turnover
- improve morale
- develop your employee’s skills
- improve your bottom line
- promote an efficient and productive workforce
- increase your competitiveness in the marketplace
Your business will:
- be reimbursed for up to 60% of the training costs
- receive a trainee completion credit for every trainee that completes the proposed training
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Have questions? Reply to this email or join us for a webinar to get the answers you need! Multiple sessions are available.
The New York State COVID-19 Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grant Program was created to provide flexible grant assistance to currently viable small businesses, micro-businesses and for-profit independent arts and cultural organizations including independent arts contractors in the State of New York who have experienced economic hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Small businesses, Micro-businesses, and For-profit independent arts and cultural organizations including independent arts contractors (collectively, “Eligible Applicants”) must be currently viable and have begun operation on or before March 1, 2019, and continue to be in operation as of the date of application (maybe shuttered due to COVID restrictions). See the FAQ section below for definitions of business categories above.
Eligible Applicants will be required to show loss of gross receipts as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic or compliance with COVID-19 health and safety protocols which resulted in business modifications, interruptions, or closures.
To apply visit...
https://nyrecovery.mylendistry.com/#/login
Small businesses, Micro-businesses, and For-profit independent arts and cultural organizations including independent arts contractors (collectively, “Eligible Applicants”) must be currently viable and have begun operation on or before March 1, 2019, and continue to be in operation as of the date of application (maybe shuttered due to COVID restrictions). See the FAQ section below for definitions of business categories above.
Eligible Applicants will be required to show loss of gross receipts as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic or compliance with COVID-19 health and safety protocols which resulted in business modifications, interruptions, or closures.
To apply visit...
https://nyrecovery.mylendistry.com/#/login
Please join DEP at a virtual workshop on the Green Infrastructure Grant Program on Wednesday, June 8, 2022 from 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM. Attendees will learn about funding available for green roof retrofits on private property, eligibility requirements, and how to apply.
Register for the workshop using Eventbrite (click on the image below). Registration will end on Wednesday, June 8. Two days before the event registrants will receive a Zoom link for the webinar.
To learn more about the Green Infrastructure Grant Program, visit nyc.gov/dep/gigrantprogram.
Register for the workshop using Eventbrite (click on the image below). Registration will end on Wednesday, June 8. Two days before the event registrants will receive a Zoom link for the webinar.
To learn more about the Green Infrastructure Grant Program, visit nyc.gov/dep/gigrantprogram.
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Delivering on Promise From Mayor's Economic Recovery Blueprint, New "City Agencies Revitalizing the Economy" Strategy Will Locate City Agency Offices in Key Neighborhoods to Help Create Local Jobs
As Part of First Phase, Mayor and Partners Break Ground on Largest Commercial Building in Broadway Junction Area of East New York |
Dear small business community,
Today the Mayor announced that beginning tomorrow, August 17, staff and customers age 12 and older will be required to show proof they have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine authorized for emergency use by the FDA or WHO for:
Today the Mayor announced that beginning tomorrow, August 17, staff and customers age 12 and older will be required to show proof they have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine authorized for emergency use by the FDA or WHO for:
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This new requirement — called the Key to NYC — includes bars, fitness gyms, movie and stage theatres, museums and other indoor venues.
There are multiple ways to show proof of vaccination:
Affected small businesses with questions can call the NYC Department of Small Business Services hotline at 888-SBS-4NYC (888-727-4692) or 311. Visit nyc.gov/keytonyc to find additional resources for businesses, including printable copies of required signage, a Key to NYC Pass checklist, FAQs, and more.
There are multiple ways to show proof of vaccination:
- A photo or hard copy of their CDC vaccination card
- NYC COVID Safe App
- New York State Excelsior App
- Official vaccine record
- A photo or hard copy of an official vaccination record of a vaccine administered outside the United States for one of the following vaccines: AstraZeneca/SK Bioscience, Serum Institute of India/COVISHIELD and Vaxzevria, Sinopharm, or Sinovac.
Affected small businesses with questions can call the NYC Department of Small Business Services hotline at 888-SBS-4NYC (888-727-4692) or 311. Visit nyc.gov/keytonyc to find additional resources for businesses, including printable copies of required signage, a Key to NYC Pass checklist, FAQs, and more.
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Click below to register for the summit.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-east-new-york-economic-summit-tickets-165174745109
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-east-new-york-economic-summit-tickets-165174745109
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Want to play soccer with your friends for an hour or more? We got you! At Sofive, you can book a field online in just a few clicks. All you have to do is click the BOOK NOW! button, follow the steps and you'll be all set! Starting at $135 for one hour of field rental, you will also have access to our state-of-the-art video recording system and receive the replay of your game right after it at no additional cost. OUR COMMITMENT TO PLAY SAFE Safety is our priority. We want everyone who steps into Sofive to feel at ease. Temperature checks, contact tracing, limited capacity to ensure social distancing, air quality, field disinfection are all part of the Sofive Standard. |
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Click on the image below, FY19 NYC Business Improvement District Trends Report, to read the full report.
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Download the Snow Removal 101 flyer and Your Responsibilities flyer below.
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FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR NYC MANUFACTURERS!
Opportunity 1: Ops21 Advanced Technology Grants Join your fellow NYC manufacturers, with the support of an Ops21 grant, to implement relevant advanced manufacturing technologies in your business! $30K in Ops21 grant funds has already been awarded collectively to two NYC manufacturers for a digital manufacturing and a robotics implementation project! To see the full list of eligibility requirements or for more info, click here and read the “Ops21 Manufacturer Implementation Projects” section. Opportunity 2: Ops21 Technology Roadmap Project In addition, is your business looking to develop a technology strategy to reduce costs and improve operations? If so, check out the attached Ops21 Technology Roadmap project opportunity. |
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With support from the Neighborhood 360 initiative of NYC SBS, BRIC filmmakers follow District Manager Bill Wilkins on a narrative tour of the EBBID. We go behind-the-scenes of furniture manufacturer Inner Gaze, automotive services provider Simtech Auto, and steel distributor Eastern Steel.
Click on the image below to download article.
ApprenticeNYC
New York Works: City Launches First Program as Part of $5 Million Investment to Create 450 Apprenticeships for New Yorkers. To learn more, follow this link or click on the image below: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/sbs/about/pr20180328_ApprenticeNYC.page
New York Works: City Launches First Program as Part of $5 Million Investment to Create 450 Apprenticeships for New Yorkers. To learn more, follow this link or click on the image below: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/sbs/about/pr20180328_ApprenticeNYC.page
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“East Brooklyn BID appreciates the sensitivity that DEP administered with the roll-out of the rain gardens in the industrial park and surrounding communities. It was prudent for the installations not to interfere with business operations and, in numerous locations, we were able to come up with alternate solutions as to not to impair business functions. This methodology between city agencies, community-based organizations and local stakeholders needs to be the blueprint going forward with other projects,” said East Brooklyn Business Improvement District Manager William Wilkins.
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EBBID Banners were installed around the BID area.
Below is a graphic of how the banner will look. 
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