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Dear New Yorker,
CAU has dedicated most of resources to assist the victims of the East 181st Street fire. We have received numerous requests for information on how to help the victims. Currently the best way to get involved is by donating to the Mayor's fund.
The Mayor's Fund to Advance New York City, in partnership with Mayor Eric Adams and the City of New York, is raising money to support those affected by this tragic event. Visit the NYC Mayor's Fund to Advance New York City online to make a cash donation. Your cash donation will enable the distribution of emergency relief supplies and provide support for those affected and their families. Your entire donation will go towards helping those impacted by the fire.
In partnership, Fred Kreizman Commissioner, Mayor's Community Affairs Unit
Key Updates:
East 181 Street Fire Resources The City of New York has developed a list of resources for those who were affected by the five-alarm fire on East 181 Street in the Bronx, that occurred January 9, 2022. The List can be found Here.
Service Center for Affected Residents The City has opened a service center for affected residents. Assistance is being provided by City, non-governmental and nonprofit partners, including American Red Cross in Greater New York, NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development, NYC Department of Social Services, NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene, and more.
NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) Worker Rights: NYC Paid Safe and Sick leave is covered for all workers who:
For more information about the NYC Paid Safe and Sick Leave Law or to file a complaint, visit nyc.gov/workers.
MASK ADVISORY: Commissioner Chokshi recommends all New Yorkers wear a mask in public indoors settings, regardless of vaccination status. 
NYC Vaccine Updates It has never been easier to get a COVID-19 vaccination in New York City. New Yorkers 5 and older older can now get the COVID-19 vaccine at sites across the five boroughs. To find out where to get vaccinated and to make an appointment, visit nyc.gov/vaccinefinder or you can also call 877-VAX-4NYC (877-829-4692).
Booster Shots Vaccine booster shots are now available for all fully vaccinated people 12 and older. These shots boost your immunity from an initial vaccination series. For more information on 3rd doses and booster shots click here
In-home COVID-19 vaccinations NYC also offers in-home COVID-19 vaccinations to any city resident who requests one. Schedule your appointment today for your in-home vaccination by filling out this form: http://nyc.gov/homevaccine.
COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card or need verification If you are fully vaccinated but lost your COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card or need verification of your vaccine status, you can request a copy of your COVID-19 vaccination record. Go here for more information: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/services/cir-parents-guardians.page New "smart" composting program in your neighborhood The NYC Department of Sanitation (DSNY) is beginning a pilot program in Astoria to test out “smart bin” technology as an option for food scrap drop-offs in NYC. NYC Smart Compost bins will use technology to allow users to open them with a key card.. Food scraps will be composted to beautify green spaces across the city. These convenient bins are open 24 hours a day, 7 days per week, and will help us continue to reduce the amount of food scraps sent to landfills. The program will launch in December 2021. To sign up visit SmartCompost.nyc. There you also can find the locations of Astoria's 16 smart compost bins
In case you missed it:
From the Press Office:
Jan 10, 2022 Relief Effort for Victims of Bronx Apartment Building Fire
Mayor Adams and Mayor's Fund to Advance New York City Announce
Mayor Adams Announces Ingrid Lewis-Martin as Chief Advisor to the Mayor
Jan 8, 2022 Mayor Adams Statement on "Our City, Our Vote" Legislation
Jan 7, 2022 Mayor Adams Nominates Sylvia Hinds-Radix as Corporation Counsel Mayor Adams
Dates to Follow:
Do you live, go to school, or work in one of the neighborhoods hit hardest by COVID-19? The City of New York is investing $1.3M to support recovery in the 33 neighborhoods hardest hit by COVID-19. Anyone who lives, works or goes to school in one of the Taskforce for Racial Inclusion and Equity (TRIE) neighborhoods is invited to VOTE on how to spend the funding! Your choices will determine how to spend $40,000 towards a winning proposal in your neighborhood. The voting period is now to January 17
A Property Owner's Guide to Resolving an OATH Summons Description : This course is geared towards property owners who have an existing “open” OATH summons issued by a DOB Inspector. Guidance will be provided on how to resolve these and submitting an acceptable Certificate of Correction to the Department of Buildings Administrative Enforcement Unit. Time: Jan 18, 2022 06:00 PM in Eastern Time (US and Canada) Sign Up: Here
Additional Resources:
Curbside Composting Curbside Composting is returning this fall to eligible service areas! You can turn your food scraps, food-soiled paper, and yard waste into compost or renewable energy by signing up. Residents must sign up via 311 or nyc.gov/curbsidecomposting.
Department of Building Host Live Q&A session and Industry meetings Live Q&A Sessions - Bi-weekly online Q&A Session for property owners, registered design professionals, filing representatives and other licensees/registrants provides a space for attendees questions. Industry Meetings – a monthly online, borough-specific industry session for registered design professionals to discuss policy and business process questions that are not job specific. The meetings will also include a review of recent updates and policy decisions. For more information date and time please follow the Link
Small Business Services If your business is facing a real-time emergency, you may contact SBS by calling 311 or (212) 618-8810. To connect with the SBS Emergency Response Unit & Intergovernmental Services, please e-mail ERU@sbs.nyc.gov
GetFoodNYC: Get a map of food resources across the city Use this map to find locations that offer free food (food pantries and soup kitchens), as well as grocery stores and farmers' markets.
NEW YORK CITY $100 VACCINE INCENTIVES – $100 for ANYONE getting their first dose at sites using vax4nyc.nyc.gov www.vax4nyc.nyc.gov/incentives to redeem their $100 pre-paid debit card. You can also call 877-VAX4NYC (877-829-4692) to learn more. Book an appointment at any site listed on the NYC COVID-19 Vax4NYC Appointment Scheduler or call 877-VAX4NYC (877-829-4692) to find a participating site.
NYC WELL NYC Well is your connection to free, confidential mental health support. Speak to a counselor via phone, text, or chat and get access to mental health and substance use services, in more than 200 languages, 24/7/365. Contact NYC Well by calling 888-NYC-WELL (888-692-9355), texting “WELL” to 65173 or chatting at nyc.gov/nycwell.
Mental Health For All MentalHealthforAll.nyc.gov is a new comprehensive hub with helplines and services that offer a range of free, direct support to meet the needs of all New Yorkers, including young people, communities of color, and people with serious mental illness. Everyone has been affected in some way by this past year, and our mission is to ensure that every person has the support they need. Visit MentaHealthforAll.nyc.gov to find mental health resources and substance misuse support that meet your needs.
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