From the Paid Sick Leave law to Equal Pay Day, women's issues have been placed at the forefront of the New York City Council. Earlier this week, my colleagues and I were joined by NYPD Commissioner William Bratton and community advocates to raise awareness of Denim Day. The clothes we wear is not an invitation for sexual assault but a form of self-expression. As Chair of the Committee on Women's Issues, I am confident that this progressive legislative body will continue to prioritize these issues as we work collaboratively to protect women in New York City.
In partnership with Pearls for Her and the Brooklyn NAACP Branch, my office hosted a series of workshops around autism and safety. Recent news reports have shown the various vulnerabilities of this increasing population. Autism Awareness should never go unrecognized, but serve as a reminder to empower communities of color with the knowledge and resources to keep their children out of harm's way.
We are experiencing a housing crisis across all five boroughs as tenants and renters are being rightsized or priced-out of their communities. I proudly stood on the steps of City Hall alongside my colleagues and residents from Tivoli Towers to demand a moratorium. The incoming NYCHA Commissioner, Shola Olatoye, met with the residents of the five housing developments within this District to address concerns and garner feedback from the audience of nearly 200 people to enhance the agency.
The work continues, and I really need all of you to get involved by attending community meetings, voicing your concerns and sharing creative solutions to solve our greatest challenges. Your input plays an invaluable role in how we govern our city.
Connect with my office and let me know how I can be of service to you, our district and citywide.
Yours in Partnership,
Laurie A. Cumbo
Member of the New York City Council
Legislative Corner
Introduced a bill, co-sponsored by Council Member Jumaane Williams, which would require the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) to provide housing application forms in at least six languages (Arabic, Chinese, Haitian Creole, Korean, Russian and Spanish) and would allow HPD to translate applications into any other languages it chooses.
Introduced a resolution to call uponthe New York State Education Department to require certified arts teachers in all New York City public schools.
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Community Announcements
The Pratt Station Post Office (11205) will relocate from 534 Myrtle Avenue to 609 Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn, NY.
STRIVE will offer a new Medical Information Technology program, beginning May 9, 2014. If you have any questions or concerns please contact us (212) 360-1100 and ask for Teresa Diaz, Davil Jackson , or Emmanuel Pacheco.
The Summer Youth Police Academy begins on Monday July 7 and ends on Friday August 15. To apply, click here. Youth ages 10-16 years old are eligible. Enrollment is open for a limited time.
CUNY Open Houses have begun. For a complete schedule of campus events, click here.
The deadline to enter the Greenest Block in Brooklyn Contest is Sunday June 1, 2014.
Coming Soon...Youth Resource Guide
Does your organization have summer opportunities for youth? Why not let us advertise your offerings, for free!
Council Member Laurie A. Cumbo is planning to release an annual Summer Youth Resource Guide and we want to promote your youth-oriented activities!
The purpose of the guide is to engage youth of all ages in positive and meaningful activities during the summer months such as:
film festivals
mural painting projects
internships
community garden planting
weekend youth festivities
one-day community events and community service projects
We are looking for a wide range of opportunities, throughout New York City, and we welcome all events which can accommodate short and long-term commitments.
SUBMISSION INFORMATION
Submit the following information by the May 14th deadline to: [email protected]
Please enclose your organization's materials; we will use this information to promote your offerings.
Attach your organization's logo and photos with credits (optional).
We look forward to hearing from you soon! Once again, please respond by May 14th.
More than 200 community residents attended Monday's forum with the newly-appointed NYCHA Commissioner Shola Olatoye to share their concerns and ideas on how to increase efficiency and enhance their housing developments.
Well Wishes
Congratulations to the Wildlife Conservation Society's Prospect Park Zoo, the winner of the 2014 IKEA Life Improvement Co-worker Challenge!
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U.S. News & World Report has released its list of the 2014 Best High Schools. Council District 35 is well-represented on this list.
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Congratulation to 651 Arts on its 25th Anniversary!
The Council of the City of New York is proud to honor 651 Arts for fostering greater awareness of and appreciation for the contemporary performing arts and culture of the African Diaspora, and for providing meaningful creative opportunities for performing artists of African descent and remaining at the forefront of Brooklyn's robust rebirth as a global destination by developing, producing and showcasing excellent performance and cultural programming.
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Michael Blaise Backer, the former executive director of the Myrtle Avenue Brooklyn Partnership, will now serve as a Deputy Commissioner at the NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS),
A constituent shares her opinion about the importance of Denim Day NYC, which was celebrated on Wednesday April 23, 2014 to raise awareness on sexual assault.
