[BwayDems] Community News: Park Safety, Street Safety, UPK and Afterschool Programs!!

[Eleni Bourinaris-Suarez]

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  Dear Neighbor,

Last week was an important first milestone as Council Member Mark Levine
led his first hearing as Chair of the City Council Parks Committee.
Together, the committee members examined the Department of Parks and
Recreation's plans for tree safety and maintenance during this crucial time
following a period of record snowfalls in the region. This is coupled with
a large expansion in the number of trees planted across the city, as
MillionTreesNYC approaches its goal of one million newly planted trees. In
prior years with similar amounts of snowfall, several tragedies occurred
where people were either critically injured or fatally struck by falling
tree branches. Council Member Levine wanted to address this topic during
his first meeting as Chair to shed light on the need to make preparations
to avoid future accidents and tragedies.

Earlier this week, Council Member Levine took a trip to Albany with his
fellow Council Members and Speaker Melissa Mark Viverito to continue to
advocate for universal pre-Kindergarten and middle school afterschool
programs and to call for a dedicated funding stream to sustain it.

Our office has also continued to focus on transportation and public safety
issues, in alignment with Mayor de Blasio's Vision Zero plan. Next week at
the City Council Stated meeting, an entire package of Pedestrian/Traffic
Safety legislation will be introduced to address many problems impacting
street safety. One of the items included within this package is a
Resolution co-prime sponsored by Council Member Mark Levine calling upon
the State to give the City "home rule" authority to install speed cameras
throughout the City that will deter drivers from speeding and help to
better enforce penalties when they do. If implemented citywide, these
cameras have the potential to save many lives over time.

Nothing highlights the need for safer traffic policies more than the
senseless death of a child crossing a city street. On *Monday, March 10th
at 1pm*, Council Member Levine will host a street co-naming ceremony on the
southwest corner of 97th street and Amsterdam Avenue. The co-naming will be
done in memory of Ariel Russo, the 4-year old girl tragically killed by an
unlicensed teen driver of an SUV on June 4, 2013. The corner will
officially be co-named "*Ariel Russo Way (4 years old)"*on the day that
Ariel Russo would have turned 5-years old. The co-name was made possible by
legislation passed by *Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito* in 2013 who was then
the Council Member representing this portion of the district. The Speaker
will also participate in the co-naming ceremony along with other local
elected officials and all are welcome to attend.

Please contact us if there's anything going on in the district that you
think we should know about. You can tweet
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call us at 212-928-6814 OR email us at District7 at council.nyc.gov.

We look forward to serving you!

 Best,


 Eleni Bourinaris
 Communications and Community Liaison
 Office of Council Member Mark Levine
 New York City Council Member, 7th District


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 *BUDGET REQUESTS *

***For all budget inquiries, please contact Amy Slattery at
aslattery at council.nyc.gov or 212-788-7007 <212-788-7007>***


*FY 2015 Non-City Capital funding application form *Non-City Capital (City
Council)
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application is only for non-profit and cultural organizations interested in
applying to the City Council for funding of Non-City Capital Projects.
Capital allocations to city agencies (for example, for city-owned parks and
recreation facilities, streets, branch libraries, CUNY projects, and the
like) are not required to submit this application. City institutions such
as public schools, parks and libraries do not have to use this application.
 If you are a City Institution please contact your local Council Member's
Office and submit your request directly to the Member's office. NYC DOE
Schools- Schools interested in applying for capital improvements or Reso A
grants DO NOT need to fill out the non-city capital application. Schools
are asked to contact Council Members individually and write a proposal
letter for projects they wish to have considered for funding.
Deadline to submit is April 9


*FY 2015 Discretionary/Expense Funds *FY 15 Discretionary Expense
Application Forms
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*Deadline to submit the application is March 21. *

 * COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS *



*High School Admissions Update *As Round 1 of High School Admissions comes
to a close, we'd like to share some helpful updates to support your next
steps:
Round 1 High School Admissions Results
Round 1 result letters, which include Specialized High School Admissions
Test (SHSAT) and LaGuardia High School audition results, will be
distributed by your current school (both public and private/parochial)
during the week of March 10, 2014. If you have any questions about your
high school match, please speak with your guidance counselor.
Round 2 of High School Admissions
All 8th grade and first time 9th grade students can participate in Round 2
of High School Admissions, including students who received an offer in
Round 1. For students who are not satisfied with their Round 1 offer and
choose to participate in Round 2, please note:
If you do not receive an offer in Round 2, you will keep your Round 1 offer.
If you receive an offer in Round 2, you will forfeit your Round 1 offer.
You will not be able to choose between the two offers. We will not consider
an appeal back to your Round 1 offer.
In Round 2, students can apply to new high schools opening in September
2014 and other programs with available seats. Beginning the week of March
10th, the Round 2 Application will be available through your guidance
counselor. The Directory of New Schools and the Round 2 Program List will
also be available on the high school website
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week of March 10th.
Round 2 high school admissions applications and Round 1 responses are due
back to your guidance counselor on *Friday, March 21, 2014*.

* Advocates for Children of New York*
To get help with your child's education, you can call the Advocates for
Children of New York Helpline and speak to education experts who will
assess your problem and provide you with the appropriate help. Call (866)
427-6033 or email at info at advocatesforchildren.org, Monday-Thursday, from
10 AM-4 PM


*New York County District Attorney's Office Legal Bound High School Summer
Internship Program * The Legal Bound High School Summer Internship Program
is a rigorous six-week internship that provides students with an insider's
view of the criminal justice system and law enforcement in New York County.
This internship is open to rising juniors and seniors in high school who
reside in Manhattan. Applicants must postmark a current resume, an essay
with a maximum of two pages detailing their interest in the law, a letter
of recommendation from their current school, and a second letter of
recommendation from a teacher, mentor, or another individual the applicant
has worked with. Please submit application materials to: New York County
District Attorney's Office, Community Affairs Unit, to Ms. Carol Ragsdale,
1 Hogan Place, New York, NY 10031. email: legalbound at dany.nyc.gov or
contact program supervisors: Jennifer Carino, 212-335-9064 and Denise
Liriano 212-335-3055


* Better Business Bureau is warning cell phone users about a new scam
*This scam can result in unauthorized charges appearing on your
monthly
wireless statement.
Consumers in several states report getting calls on their mobile phones
during which the caller hangs up. When the owner of the cell phone calls
back, they are connected to a paid international adult entertainment
service or chat line located outside the country.  Victims are subsequently
billed not only for the incoming call if they answer, but also the unwanted
"premium service", which typically appears as a $19.95 charge.


* Schools Unite Network (SUN) Safety Conference with the NYPD * To all
schools north of 59th Street (NYPD Manhattan North): Your parent
representatives and school safety personnel are invited to join
representatives from local precincts, the NYPD's School Safety Division and
other invited guests, to discuss conditions that impact, or may impact, the
safety of your children, school community and surrounding area.
March 11, 2014  8am-10am
Trinity School:  101 West 91st Street (between Amsterdam and Columbus
Avenues)
Refreshments are being generously provided by Trinity


* CAW's 5th Annual ArtWorks Benefit for Kids *With your support, we've seen
creativity build confidence and art unlock a love of learning. We've
created positive change for underserved kids in our urban communities.
Join us to celebrate as the change we will continue to inspire together.
March 12, 2014, 6:00 - 8:30 PM
Atrium Shops and Cafes
153 E 53rd St (Lexington Ave)
New York, NY 10022
Purchase tickets or donate online.


*CSD3 State Testing Workshop Info * Tuesday, February 25's power point
presentation on State Testing - What Can You do to Support Your Child is
now available on the CSD3 website.
Go to csd3.nycdoe.org and scrolldown the front page to find the
presentation.
To find sample grade information go to Engage NY:
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* Word Up: A Place at the Table, on hunger & food insecurity - March
8th *A PLACE AT THE TABLE is the fourth documentary film in our
series, and is
on the subject of hunger and food insecurity. A couple of our screenings
have packed the house, so we wanted to let you know specially about this
one because of its stellar post-film panel. We hope you will be able to
attend, and/or to pass along word of the event.
Saturday, March 8th
6:00 PM
Word Up Community Bookshop
2113 Amsterdam Avenue @ 165th St.
Admission: $5 (reduced to $3 if you sign up for a Continuing CSB Membership)


* Assemblymember Linda B. Rosenthal Hosts West Side SCRIE/DRIE &
Homeowners' Exemptions Clinic * For Current Recipients and those Interested
in: Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE), Disability Rent
Increase Exemption (DRIE), Senior Citizen Homeowners' Exemption (SCHE),
Disability Homeowners' Exemption (DHE) with the New York City Department of
Finance. If you are 62 or older or disabled and are a rent-stabilized or
rent-controlled tenant or live in a Mitchell-Lama or other subsidized
development, you may be eligible to have your rent frozen! If you are a
homeowner or co-op or condo owner, you may be eligible to have your
property taxes or maintenance reduced! Please note: the deadline for filing
for SCHE, DHE or other personal homeowners' exemptions is March 17, 2014.
Please attend the clinic if you are interested in applying!
Tuesday, March 11, 2014
2:00-5:00 PM
District Office of Assemblymember Linda B. Rosenthal  : 230 WEST 72ND
STREET, SUITE 2F (Between Broadway & West End Avenue)


*Free Citizenship Classes * The Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation
(NMIC) is now offering free citizenship classes in English and Spanish and
providing citizenship application assistance.. Those eligible must be a
permanent resident of 5 years or 3 years if applying through a US citizen
spouse. Classes in English take place Monday and Wednesday from 6:00-8:30
pm and Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00-8:30 pm. Spanish Classes take place
Saturday from 9:00 am-1:00 pm.
76 Wadsworth Avenue, 4th floor
(between 176th and 177th) NY, NY 10033
(212) 822-8323


*Protect the Palisades is planning a Day of Action on Saturday, March 8 at
1 p.m * Participants will fan out to stores in New Jersey and New York (and
in other locations too) that sell LG products. The goal: Urge customers to
take LG's plan to spoil the Palisades into account when they're making
their next purchase of a new TV, cell phone, washer, fridge or computer
monitor. Participants will also ask them to sign a new on-line petition.
Sign up to participate for an hour or more at:
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Protect the Palisades will send you location options and other details once
you sign up.


* Remix:The Art of Byron McCray at the Harlem School of the Arts
*Emerging Visual Artist Byron McCray presents REMIX, his latest
mixtape
exhibition at the Harlem School of the Arts from March 14-April 26. There
will be a free opening night party on Thursday, March 13, from 6:30-8:30 pm
with music by DJ China and spoken word by Cherrye J. Davis. Those
interested in attending must RSVP by March 10.
HSAremix.eventbrite.com/212-926-4100
EXT 310
HSA Gathering Space: The Herb Alpert Center at 645 St. Nicholas Avenue &
141st Street, 10030


* NYCEDC's ConnectNYC Fiber Access Program * The final application deadline
for NYCEDC's ConnectNYC Fiber Access Program
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March 12, just a few days away. This program provides free construction and
installation of fiber Internet for NYC businesses, and it's a huge
opportunity for businesses who need to upgrade their connectivity.


* Apply NOW! The 2014 Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) is accepting
applications * The 2014 Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) is accepting
applications NOW!  Application period is open from Monday, March 3 -
Friday, April 25, 2014.  All youth aged 14-24 who permanently reside within
the five boroughs of New York City are eligible and encouraged to apply.
To apply for SYEP, you only need to submit a completed application by going
to www.nyc.gov/dycd    <http://www.nyc.gov/dycd>


*No-Cost Breast Cancer Screening Event -- Wednesday, March 12 *The
American-Italian Cancer Foundation's (AICF) mobile, No-Cost Breast Cancer
Screening Program which provides mammograms and clinical breast exams to
uninsured and medically underserved New York City women is scheduled to
conduct screenings at Local No. 1, IATSE at 230 West 46th Street, NY, NY
10023 on Wednesday, March 12.
To schedule an appointment *please call 1-877-628-9090 <1-877-628-9090>*


*2014 Community-Scale Composting Grant * The Manhattan Solid Waste Advisory
Board (MSWAB), Manhattan Borough President Gale Brewer, and Citizens
Committee for New York City invite you to apply for a grant to start,
expand, and grow composting programs!

*  Eligibility Requirements: * ·         Completed proposal submitted by
March 28, 2014
 ·         Community association, community garden, friends of park group,
housing development group, nonprofit, school, college/university, hospital,
or private business
 ·         Group must have permission to start or expand this project in
the form of a letter of support or contract
 ·         Groups can be located within any of the five boroughs of New
York City
*Available Funds:*
Small grants, ranging from $100-$750 will be available to awardees
*  Applications:*
Send completed proposal to Sabine Bernards at sbernards at citizensnyc.org no
later than March 28, 2014
 For more details, visit
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If you have any questions, please contact Sabine Bernards at 212-822-9578or
sbernards at citizensnyc.org. Grants will be announced by April 28, 2014


*School Crossing Guard Opportunity  * The New York City Police Department
is seeking your assistance in the recruitment efforts of School Crossing
Guards. The Department currently has vacancies to fill. SCHOOL CROSSING
GUARD APPLICATION
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* Parks Summer Camp Jobs * The New York City Department of Parks &
Recreation (NYC Parks) serves as the steward for over 29,000
acres of land, which includes 1,000 playgrounds, 35 recreation centers, 66
pools and 14 miles of beach.
Within the many divisions, Public Programs operates Summer Camp at 19
locations.
To apply, please e-mail resume & cover letter to:
SummerCampJobs at parks.nyc.gov
Notice to Parks applicants - include your ERN on all correspondence.
For more information please visit http://www.nycgovparks.org/
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*Young Bucks Sports Presents the Positive, Power of Play: Beating Obesity
One Game at a Time! * A Community Festival against Obesity Summer and
Stickball Tournament Tribute to the late Charlie Hoss
July 5, 2014, 10 AM - 5 PM
120th First Ave -Paladino Ave, PS 112 Schoolyard

* Contact: * Stickball Teams - Alex Sabater
917-340-1117 or tiobee at aol.com
Community Festival - Debbie Quinones: 917-287-4964 or drq104 at yahoo.com


* American Sephardi Federation: 17th NY Sephardic Jewish Film Festival
*Presented by the American Sephardi Federation in association with
Yeshiva
University Museum at the Center for Jewish History, the 17th NY Sephardic
Jewish Film Festival will be held from March 13-20, 2014. Advance tickets
may be purchased at the Center for Jewish History Box Office - Sunday,
March 2 and Sunday, March 9 from 11am to 4pm.

* SUMMER YOUTH EMPLOYMENT*
The Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) provides New York City youth
between the ages of 14 and 24 with paid summer employment for up to six
weeks in July and August.
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 Opening reception of Women's Work
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March 14, 2014 from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.  Exhibition will remain on view until
April 26.







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