New York City Council

HELP USA’s $129 Million Investment in East New York Opens with 255 Affordable and Supportive Apartments Featuring 154 Units Reserved for Formerly Homeless Adults and Young Families

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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The $129 million development reflects New York City’s and New York State’s commitment to expanding access to safe, affordable housing, especially for the most vulnerable New Yorkers.

Key Points: 
  • The $129 million development reflects New York City’s and New York State’s commitment to expanding access to safe, affordable housing, especially for the most vulnerable New Yorkers.
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    NYC Council Member, District 42, Chris Banks said, “HELP USA's commitment to East New York shines brightly with a significant $129 million investment, marking the inauguration of 255 new apartments.
  • Among these residences, 154 units have been thoughtfully earmarked to provide essential housing for formerly homeless adults and young families with children.
  • HELP ONE continues HELP USA’s nearly 40-year commitment to East New York and to combat homelessness across the nation.

NYC PARKS & GLOBAL CITIZEN ANNOUNCE GLOBAL CITIZEN FESTIVAL WILL RETURN TO CENTRAL PARK'S GREAT LAWN ON SEPTEMBER 28, 2024

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Monday, April 1, 2024
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 NEW YORK, April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Global Citizen Festival is set to return to the iconic Great Lawn of Central Park for the twelfth year on Saturday, September 28 to continue its mission to end extreme poverty. Tickets to Global Citizen Festival are free, and can be earned by taking action to create a world where everyone's basic needs are fulfilled, our planet is flourishing, and every person and country can prosper. This year's lineup and ticketing information to be announced in the coming months.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Global Citizen Festival is set to return to the iconic Great Lawn of Central Park for the twelfth year on Saturday, September 28 to continue its mission to end extreme poverty.
  • "Since 2012, the Global Citizen Festival has called Central Park its home, thanks to the long-standing partnership with NYC Parks and the City of New York.
  • "Central Park's iconic Great Lawn has a long and celebrated history of hosting live events that thrill New Yorkers and visitors alike, from Simon & Garfunkel to the NY Philharmonic.
  • After heavy rain before, during, and after last year's Global Citizen Festival in September, the damage to the Great Lawn was assessed, and Global Citizen's Board of Directors paid for all repairs that were requested.

Rethink Food Opens New Community Kitchen in Greenwich Village

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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NEW YORK, March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rethink Food, a leading nonprofit with the mission to create a more sustainable and equitable food system, today expanded its operations in New York with a new Community Kitchen in Greenwich Village to facilitate the organization's growth and to engage the general public on how we can reduce food waste and address food insecurity. This new location also features a street-facing space that will bring people together through educational experiences, dinner series with chefs, events, and community programming.

Key Points: 
  • Rethink Food Founder Matt Jozwiak and Co-Founder Daniel Humm are joined by New York City's Mayor's Office of Food Policy and Manhattan Borough President in Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of New Sustainable Community Kitchen.
  • NEW YORK, March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rethink Food, a leading nonprofit with the mission to create a more sustainable and equitable food system, today expanded its operations in New York with a new Community Kitchen in Greenwich Village to facilitate the organization's growth and to engage the general public on how we can reduce food waste and address food insecurity.
  • "We're constantly trying to reach, educate, and engage new supporters in our unique approach to serving our local community," says Rethink Food Founder and ceo, Matt Jozwiak.
  • Rethink Food's Community Kitchen model has existed since 2017 and has provided over 1.7 million meals for the local community in New York City.

SPECTRUM PARTNERS WITH OVATION TV TO SUPPORT BUSHWICK FILM FESTIVAL WITH $10,000 STAND FOR THE ARTS AWARD

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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NEW YORK, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Spectrum today announced Bushwick Film Festival received $10,000 through the 2023-2024 Stand For The Arts Awards, a partnership with Ovation TV that recognizes local arts, cultural and educational organizations and programs. Since the initiative started in 2017, Ovation TV and Spectrum have given out 70 awards totaling $700,000 towards arts education. 

Key Points: 
  • Bushwick Film Festival Will Use Award to Support Its Ongoing Contributions to Brooklyn's Cultural, Artistic and Economic Growth
    NEW YORK, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Spectrum today announced Bushwick Film Festival received $10,000 through the 2023-2024 Stand For The Arts Awards, a partnership with Ovation TV that recognizes local arts, cultural and educational organizations and programs.
  • Since the initiative started in 2017, Ovation TV and Spectrum have given out 70 awards totaling $700,000 towards arts education.
  • Representatives from Spectrum and Ovation TV presented the award to Bushwick Film Festival on Oct. 25 as part of the festival's opening night celebration at Brooklyn Borough Hall.
  • "Ovation TV and Spectrum continue to support and champion community-driven arts organizations across the country," said Sol Doten, Senior Vice President, Head of Marketing and Communications for Ovation TV.

Fat Joe, Rick Ross, Busta Rhymes, Method Man, French Montana, Chuck D, Unite with Power to the Patients in PSA Demanding Healthcare Price Transparency

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Friday, September 22, 2023
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The new PSA comes as the House of Representatives is poised to vote on an historic healthcare price transparency bill .

Key Points: 
  • The new PSA comes as the House of Representatives is poised to vote on an historic healthcare price transparency bill .
  • The artists leverage their collective voices to advocate for stronger and more meaningful price transparency laws that would force hospitals and insurance companies to post actual prices for their services and procedures.
  • This deception leads to the "stifling of competition, overcharges, fear, debt, and devastation all over the country."
  • According to the most recent semi-annual report by Patient Rights Advocate, only 36% of hospitals in America are compliant with the current Federal Price Transparency Rule.

Inspīr Carnegie Hill Achieves Platinum SAGECare Credential, Demonstrating Commitment to LGBTQ+ Senior Care

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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NEW YORK, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Inspīr Carnegie Hill, a luxury senior living community located on Manhattan's Upper East Side, proudly announces its recognition as a 2023 SAGECare Platinum Credentialed Provider.

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Inspīr Carnegie Hill, a luxury senior living community located on Manhattan's Upper East Side, proudly announces its recognition as a 2023 SAGECare Platinum Credentialed Provider.
  • The achievement demonstrates the brand's ongoing commitment to exceptional care and support for the senior LGBTQ+ community.
  • At this time, Inspīr is one of only two luxury senior living communities in New York City to earn a SAGECare Platinum Certification.
  • Nicholas Watson, Managing Director for SAGECare commented, "SAGECare is proud to partner with organizations like Inspīr Carnegie Hill that prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion in senior care.

Heybike Receives UL2849 Safety Certification

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Heybike, a leading e-bike brand, is proud to announce that it has received the UL 2849 battery safety certification. Receiving this certification validates Heybike's constant pursuit of quality and safety assurances underlined in their design and manufacturing process. Strict quality controls are integrated into every stage of Heybike's production process, from design conception, down to the finished products that reach consumers.

Key Points: 
  • SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Heybike, a leading e-bike brand, is proud to announce that it has received the UL 2849 battery safety certification.
  • Embodying their commitment, Heybike relentlessly enhances the e-bike experience by eliminating safety concerns and ensuring the reliability of their e-bikes.
  • To get UL 2849 certification, the battery, drivetrain, and charging systems must be tested for electrical and fire safety issues.
  • "We are thrilled to receive the UL2849 certification for our e-bike batteries," says Jason, CEO of Heybike.

Is Corruption an Issue in Co-Ops? Negligent Co-Op Board Does Billionaire's Bidding, Resulting in Ongoing Public Safety Risk and Calls for Mass Resignation

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Monday, July 17, 2023
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NEW YORK, July 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Local financier and SoHo resident Federico Pignatelli along with Pignatelli Trust today called for the resignation of the entire West Broadway Arches co-op board, led by chair Matthew Dicker, which failed to protect the 1880s New York City landmark building from a 200,000 pound, illegally newly built 7th floor Penthouse and deck addition constructed by billionaire Ray Dalio after he was sold the roof rights for one million dollars—as reported in May by the New York Times.

Key Points: 
  • As early as 2012, the co-op board was acutely aware of the structural risks associated with additional weight on top of the building.
  • The board had a responsibility to protect the residents in our building fairly and equally.
  • "After conducting a close examination, the structure is not compliant with multiple NYC Building Code and lacks adequate lateral stability.
  • Hence, the building was at risk of damage, even during a mild earthquake," added Anil Agrawal, CUNY Professor of Civil Engineering.

Is Corruption an Issue in Co-Ops? Negligent Co-Op Board Does Billionaire's Bidding, Resulting in Ongoing Public Safety Risk and Calls for Mass Resignation

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Monday, July 17, 2023
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NEW YORK, July 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Local financier and SoHo resident Federico Pignatelli along with Pignatelli Trust today called for the resignation of the entire West Broadway Arches co-op board, led by chair Matthew Dicker, which failed to protect the 1880s New York City landmark building from a 200,000 pound, illegally newly built 7th floor Penthouse and deck addition constructed by billionaire Ray Dalio after he was sold the roof rights for one million dollars—as reported in May by the New York Times.

Key Points: 
  • As early as 2012, the co-op board was acutely aware of the structural risks associated with additional weight on top of the building.
  • The board had a responsibility to protect the residents in our building fairly and equally.
  • "After conducting a close examination, the structure is not compliant with multiple NYC Building Code and lacks adequate lateral stability.
  • Hence, the building was at risk of damage, even during a mild earthquake," added Anil Agrawal, CUNY Professor of Civil Engineering.

Southeast Queens Teens Received Business Advice From Nick Cannon

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023
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The event took place on Monday, June 12, 2023, at Excelsior Preparatory High School Auditorium in Southeast Queens.

Key Points: 
  • The event took place on Monday, June 12, 2023, at Excelsior Preparatory High School Auditorium in Southeast Queens.
  • "I was truly blown away with the level of ingenuity and creativity of these teens," said Nick Cannon.
  • We're proud to support the Nick Cannon Foundation's America's Teen Mogul competition for the second year in a row."
  • Students present products they produce and business problems they solve in collaboration with members of the local business community.