ISSUE NO. 9| June 21, 2021
555 Madison Connects: THE NEXT PHASE FOR NEW YORK
 
Dear 555 Community,
 
Our June edition of 555 Madison Connects looks at the next phase for New York! 
 
With New York reaching an important milestone in the fight against COVID, we are now in a position where we can adjust our protocols. Details are below along with a few other news items.
 
Businesses around New York and here at 555 Madison Avenue are focused on getting back into the full swing of things and making any necessary adjustments for this next phase of operations in New York. It’s an exciting time. Please know our team is always here to assist you.
 
The Management Team
Rodney Corporation
 
Please note: while we send this update to our designated tenant contact, we encourage you to share this newsletter and all issues with your entire staff so we can keep our community connected and informed.

REMEMBERING SAL FAZZOLARI
As you all know, our dear friend and colleague Sal Fazzolari passed away a few weeks ago. It was a shock to us all. We want to thank you for the tremendous outpouring of love and condolences that we received from the 555 Madison Avenue community. Sal meant so much to so many people and his memory will always be a blessing. Here’s a link to the profile piece we did on Sal back in April.

Photo above of Sal at Pocono Raceway
NEW YORK REACHES MILESTONE, REVISED COVID PROTOCOLS FOR 555 MADISON AVENUE
 
On Tuesday, June 15th, Governor Cuomo announced that New York State had reached an important milestone. Seventy percent of residents in the state over the age of 18 have now received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. With this achievement the state lifted most of its remaining mandated restrictions. Fireworks lit up the sky.
 
In light of this, we have re-evaluated our protocols and are making a few adjustments. Here are the highlights:
 
  • We still recommend that visitors and tenants wear masks in all common areas given the volume of the people that enter the building daily. Policies within individual spaces are up to each tenant.
  • We will no longer be requiring a temperature check as you enter the building.
  • Elevator restrictions has been removed.
  • Our staff, vendors and building service providers will continue to be required to wear masks.

Thank you so much for your continued cooperation. 
MEGA-CONCERT COMING TO CENTRAL PARK
 
In a sign that New York is back in action, plans for a mega-concert in Central Park are underway. The tentative date for the big event on the Great Lawn is August 21st and the mayor’s office has asked producer Clive Davis to sign up acts. Here’s a recent New York Times piece on the developing event.
 
For a listing of all concerts in the park this summer, visit here.
 
NEED YOUR VACCINATION SHOT?
 
All residents in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut over the age of 12 are now eligible to get a COVID-19 vaccine should they elect to. Vaccination is our greatest tool in the fight against this pandemic. If you have already gotten your vaccination, thank you for doing your part. If not, here’s where you can get more information on vaccine sites in your home state.
 
Click here if you live in New York.

Click here if you live in New Jersey.
 
Click here if you live in Connecticut.

AVAILABLE SPACE AT 555

In response to COVID, we are working with tenants to offer flexible, built-out space as needed on a short-term basis to help accommodate social distancing needs in the workplace. This could be a few private offices or an entire unit. Tell us what you need, and we are happy to help.
 
Need more permanent space? Here’s what’s available:
 
·       22nd floor – 5,829 rsf with terrace. White box. Available 7/1/21
·       26th floor – 5,829 rsf. Prebuilt. Available 10/1/21
 
If you are interested in any of our available spaces or if you would like us to keep you in mind for future openings, please give us a call. We’re always happy to chat!


Ask Aleisa

You have questions. Aleisa has answers.
Write to Aleisa for guidance on any concern you have or anything you are simply curious about related to 555 Madison. Write to Aleisa Sulaman with the subject line: Ask Aleisa at aleisa.sulaman@rodneycorporation.com.

Aleisa Sulaman
Dear Aleisa,
 
Office air conditioning can be a bit too cool for my liking on some days. I have a private office. I was wondering if I can adjust the air conditioning in my private space?
Sincerely,
Wearing a Sweater in June
 
 
Dear Wearing a Sweater in June,
 
Our engineering team is vigilant about monitoring the building temperature and making sure it is as comfortable and consistent as possible for everyone. But of course, every individual is different. Unfortunately, you cannot adjust the temperature setting on a room-by-room basis in the building. The temperature is controlled building-wide. However, if you are in an exterior office, you can shut off the HVAC air flow entirely to that space which gives you some flexibility. We can always visit your space to advise you.
 
Sincerely,
Aleisa

NEWS TIPS: We also are eager to hear and share your news. Please send story tips and news items about your company and employees for consideration for this newsletter to: newsletter@rodneycorporation.com. Thank you!

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