NYC Rezoning Tracker

2019

Inwood

Connect Inwood residents to training programs in the construction industry

82

Economic Development

DEPARTMENT OF SMALL BUSINESS SERVICES (SBS)

Done

Through the NYC Green Jobs Corps, SBS, with outreach assistance from the local Council office and Community Board 12, will screen Inwood residents for construction trade pre-apprenticeship training opportunities and free construction trade training. Partners in the Green Jobs Corps include Helmets to Hard Hats, Edward J. Malloy Initiative for Construction Skills and Non-Traditional Employment for Women (NEW) and Building Works, all of whom are recognized as pre-apprenticeship trainers by the Building Construction Trades Council. This construction trade training includes pre-apprenticeship training for careers in the green economy, including retrofitting buildings for increased energy efficiency. Individuals with a high school equivalency are eligible for pre-apprenticeship programs and those who may not be ready are referred to community partners and local institutions that provide additional adult and young adult education services. Additionally, SBS will connect jobseekers to construction safety training programs as these programs become available, and screen residents for employment opportunities.

Ongoing

In Fiscal Year 2018, SBS launched a new partnership with Dominicanos USA (DUSA) to increase outreach to foreign born New Yorkers and connect them with workforce services. Ongoing Recruitment events in partnership with DUSA are conducted along the Inwood corridor for the upcoming cohort of Green Jobs pre-apprenticeship construction training.

2024

Inwood

Create a state-of-the-art flagship STEM Center at Gregorio Luperon High School for Science and Mathematics

Community Resources

SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION AUTHORITY (SCA)

Completed

SCA and DOE will invest in structural and program investments to create a state-of-the-art, 21st-century flagship STEM center with a focus on aviation and robotics at Gregorio Luperon High School for Science and Mathematics. The new project will include an FAA approved aviation training simulator to make Gregorio Luperon a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics hub for Northern Manhattan.

2019 Design Start

Construction was completed in August 2022.

2021

Inwood

Connect Inwood residents to training programs in the construction industry

82

Economic Development

DEPARTMENT OF SMALL BUSINESS SERVICES (SBS)

Done

Through the NYC Green Jobs Corps, SBS, with outreach assistance from the local Council office and Community Board 12, will screen Inwood residents for construction trade pre-apprenticeship training opportunities and free construction trade training. Partners in the Green Jobs Corps include Helmets to Hard Hats, Edward J. Malloy Initiative for Construction Skills and Non-Traditional Employment for Women (NEW) and Building Works, all of whom are recognized as pre-apprenticeship trainers by the Building Construction Trades Council. This construction trade training includes pre-apprenticeship training for careers in the green economy, including retrofitting buildings for increased energy efficiency. Individuals with a high school equivalency are eligible for pre-apprenticeship programs and those who may not be ready are referred to community partners and local institutions that provide additional adult and young adult education services. Additionally, SBS will connect jobseekers to construction safety training programs as these programs become available, and screen residents for employment opportunities.

Ongoing

In Fiscal Year 2018, SBS launched a new partnership with Dominicanos USA (DUSA) to increase outreach to foreign born New Yorkers and connect them with workforce services.

2022

Inwood

Connect Inwood residents to training programs in the construction industry

82

Economic Development

DEPARTMENT OF SMALL BUSINESS SERVICES (SBS)

Done

Through the NYC Green Jobs Corps, SBS, with outreach assistance from the local Council office and Community Board 12, will screen Inwood residents for construction trade pre-apprenticeship training opportunities and free construction trade training. Partners in the Green Jobs Corps include Helmets to Hard Hats, Edward J. Malloy Initiative for Construction Skills and Non-Traditional Employment for Women (NEW) and Building Works, all of whom are recognized as pre-apprenticeship trainers by the Building Construction Trades Council. This construction trade training includes pre-apprenticeship training for careers in the green economy, including retrofitting buildings for increased energy efficiency. Individuals with a high school equivalency are eligible for pre-apprenticeship programs and those who may not be ready are referred to community partners and local institutions that provide additional adult and young adult education services. Additionally, SBS will connect jobseekers to construction safety training programs as these programs become available, and screen residents for employment opportunities.

Ongoing

In Fiscal Year 2018, SBS launched a new partnership with Dominicanos USA (DUSA) to increase outreach to foreign born New Yorkers and connect them with workforce services.

2019

East Harlem

Expand mental health first aid training, with a focus on youth

37

Community Resources

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND MENTAL HYGIENE (DOHMH)

Done

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training is for individuals ages 18 and older. The Youth MHFA training, offered citywide, is designed to teach adults how to address the needs of adolescents (ages 12-18). DOHMH has recently received clearance from the National Council for Behavioral Health (the owners of the curriculum) to extend MHFA training to 17 year olds as long as they are high school seniors. DOHMH will be meeting with DOE to roll this out to high school seniors in the coming school year and will seek to target schools in East Harlem. In addition, DOHMH will be launching a MHFA public awareness campaign in mid-December, and will include targeted marketing to East Harlem. DOHMH will continue to make MHFA trainings available to all interested community partners.

2017-2018

DOHMH launched a MHFA public awareness campaign in January 2018. The City is now able to offer MHFA training to people 17 years and older. DOHMH ran a "Choose Your Best Words" campaign from 1/22-/18-4/1/18. The campaign promoted Mental Health First Aid training, and included placements in various medium in East Harlem (newspapers, laundromats, check cashing facilities, bodegas, nail salons). DOHMH also worked with DOE to advertise youth MHFA.

2019

Inwood

Connect Inwood residents to training programs in the healthcare industry

80

Economic Development

DEPARTMENT OF SMALL BUSINESS SERVICES (SBS)

Done with Ongoing Work

The New York Alliance for Careers in Healthcare (NYACH) is an Industry Partnership, bringing together multiple stakeholders of the healthcare industry in order to address the sector's rapidly changing labor force needs. NYACH works with employer partners to develop training program models that are aligned with industry needs. NYACH has informed trainings for in-demand occupations, including medical assistant, health coach, certified peer recovery advocate and medical coding.
NYACH will continue the City's partnership with New York Presbyterian Hospital to develop healthcare workforce development training programs, prioritized for Washington Heights and Inwood residents, to access careers in healthcare. NYACH training programs will help New York Presbyterian fulfill its commitment to hire local residents from Washington Heights and Inwood.
NYACH/SBS will work with New York-Presbyterian on developing a qualified pipeline of local talent. This will include participating in the design and expansion of work-based learning experiences; recruiting local residents through industry-designed training programs for positions like medical assistants and unit clerks; expanding clinical placement agreements with local colleges offering laboratory tech science programs in an effort to address an under-supply of graduates; and exploring the development of new programs to meet high demand occupations.
The Workforce1 Career Center located at 516 West 181st Street serves the residents of Inwood and Washington Heights and offers healthcare trainings tailored for foreign-born New Yorkers, including a Bi-lingual Medical Assistant training program. Through the Workforce1 Career Center system and community partners, SBS will conduct outreach to Inwood residents to connect these jobseekers to training programs in the healthcare industry.

Ongoing

SBS, in partnership with La Guardia Community college, is currently offering ongoing trainings in the healthcare sector at the Washington Heights Workforce 1 Career Center. Different trainings include those for a Bilingual Medical Assistant and preparation support for foreign born nurses.

2021

Inwood

Connect Inwood residents to training programs in the healthcare industry

80

Economic Development

DEPARTMENT OF SMALL BUSINESS SERVICES (SBS)

Done with Ongoing Work

The New York Alliance for Careers in Healthcare (NYACH) is an Industry Partnership, bringing together multiple stakeholders of the healthcare industry in order to address the sector's rapidly changing labor force needs. NYACH works with employer partners to develop training program models that are aligned with industry needs. NYACH has informed trainings for in-demand occupations, including medical assistant, health coach, certified peer recovery advocate and medical coding.
NYACH will continue the City's partnership with New York Presbyterian Hospital to develop healthcare workforce development training programs, prioritized for Washington Heights and Inwood residents, to access careers in healthcare. NYACH training programs will help New York Presbyterian fulfill its commitment to hire local residents from Washington Heights and Inwood.
NYACH/SBS will work with New York-Presbyterian on developing a qualified pipeline of local talent. This will include participating in the design and expansion of work-based learning experiences; recruiting local residents through industry-designed training programs for positions like medical assistants and unit clerks; expanding clinical placement agreements with local colleges offering laboratory tech science programs in an effort to address an under-supply of graduates; and exploring the development of new programs to meet high demand occupations.
The Workforce1 Career Center located at 516 West 181st Street serves the residents of Inwood and Washington Heights and offers healthcare trainings tailored for foreign-born New Yorkers, including a Bi-lingual Medical Assistant training program. Through the Workforce1 Career Center system and community partners, SBS will conduct outreach to Inwood residents to connect these jobseekers to training programs in the healthcare industry.

Ongoing

SBS, in partnership with La Guardia Community college, offers ongoing trainings in the healthcare sector. Currently, the Washington Heights Workforce 1 Career Center is delivering services remotely and virtually. Healthcare development trainings are now taking place online.

2019

East Harlem

Connect residents to good jobs in the building trades through Upper Manhattan Workforce 1 Career Center and East Harlem Satellite Workforce 1 Center

60

Economic Development

DEPARTMENT OF SMALL BUSINESS SERVICES (SBS)

Done with Ongoing Work

SBS will connect East Harlem residents to trainings provided through the Workforce1 Center System. Trainings offered are employer-informed, and prepare participants to connect to quality jobs within growth sectors such as healthcare, construction, and technology. SBS will partner with local community organizations, to recruit, serve and prepare East Harlem residents for training and quality employment opportunities within in-demand, growth sectors.

2017-ongoing

SBS, via the Upper Manhattan Workforce1 career center conducts ongoing weekly recruitments and training events in collaboration with local community partners. Community partners include the Aguilar library, local New York City Housing Authority sites, and local High Schools. SBS is working in collaboration with community leaders, partners, and organizations to identify most appropriate local site to develop and establish the satellite Workforce1 Career Center.

2022

Inwood

Connect Inwood residents to training programs in the healthcare industry

80

Economic Development

DEPARTMENT OF SMALL BUSINESS SERVICES (SBS)

Done with Ongoing Work

The New York Alliance for Careers in Healthcare (NYACH) is an Industry Partnership, bringing together multiple stakeholders of the healthcare industry in order to address the sector's rapidly changing labor force needs. NYACH works with employer partners to develop training program models that are aligned with industry needs. NYACH has informed trainings for in-demand occupations, including medical assistant, health coach, certified peer recovery advocate and medical coding.
NYACH will continue the City's partnership with New York Presbyterian Hospital to develop healthcare workforce development training programs, prioritized for Washington Heights and Inwood residents, to access careers in healthcare. NYACH training programs will help New York Presbyterian fulfill its commitment to hire local residents from Washington Heights and Inwood.
NYACH/SBS will work with New York-Presbyterian on developing a qualified pipeline of local talent. This will include participating in the design and expansion of work-based learning experiences; recruiting local residents through industry-designed training programs for positions like medical assistants and unit clerks; expanding clinical placement agreements with local colleges offering laboratory tech science programs in an effort to address an under-supply of graduates; and exploring the development of new programs to meet high demand occupations.
The Workforce1 Career Center located at 516 West 181st Street serves the residents of Inwood and Washington Heights and offers healthcare trainings tailored for foreign-born New Yorkers, including a Bi-lingual Medical Assistant training program. Through the Workforce1 Career Center system and community partners, SBS will conduct outreach to Inwood residents to connect these jobseekers to training programs in the healthcare industry.

Ongoing

SBS, in partnership with La Guardia Community college, offers ongoing trainings in the healthcare sector. Currently, the Washington Heights Workforce 1 Career Center is delivering services remotely and virtually. Healthcare development trainings are now taking place online.

2018

East New York

Make Atlantic Avenue safer for pedestrians with a raised, planted median and other improvements

28

Transportation & Infrastructure

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)

Done with Ongoing Work

Atlantic Avenue today functions as a barrier within the neighborhood and has a high number of accidents. DOT will redevelop this central spine of the neighborhood with a new raised, planted median, curb extensions at fifteen intersections, a complete road resurfacing, safer crosswalks, more than 100 new street trees, and new sidewalks with public benches and bike racks. This project will advance Vision Zero for pedestrian safety while supporting more active uses along the Atlantic Avenue corridor.
Timeline Currently in design with construction start expected to begin Spring 2017. Anticipated completion in 2019
Capital Funding: $40.8 million (Phase I)

2016-2019

DOT and DDC joined Council Member Espinal to mark the groundbreaking of Atlantic Avenue Phase 1 (between Georgia Ave and Logan St) in May 2018. This work will result in an Atlantic Avenue with a raised and planted median, as well as significant safety improvements to pedestrian crossings and overall streetscape. The overall project is expected to be completed in 2019.

2019

Inwood

Connect Inwood residents to training programs in the technology industry

81

Economic Development

DEPARTMENT OF SMALL BUSINESS SERVICES (SBS)

Done with Ongoing Work

The Tech Talent Pipeline (TTP) is an Industry Partnership, bringing together multiple stakeholders of the tech industry in order to address the sector's talent pipeline needs. TTP works with employer partners to develop training program models that are aligned with industry needs. TTP has informed trainings for in-demand occupations, including associate engineers, web development, and quality assurance.
SBS offers industry-informed technology training programs for Inwood residents through the Washington Heights Workforce1 Career Center, including a Web Development training program, as well as other technology training programs developed through the Tech Talent Pipeline Industry Partnership. The technology trainings accessible through the Washington Heights Workforce1 Career Center include a wide range of opportunities for New Yorkers in tech - from those with no tech experience and limited education to those with some experience. Foreign-born New Yorkers, young adults who are out-of-school, out-of-work, and veterans are priority participants for these trainings.

Ongoing

SBS is currently offering a 9 week part-time tech training program designed for individuals interested in gaining access to the tech industry. The Bridge-to-tech training program serves those who seek to develop the basic technical and professional skills needed to gain admission to occupational training in web development. Courses are currently being offered at the Washington Heights Workforce 1 Career center.

2021

Inwood

Connect Inwood residents to training programs in the technology industry

81

Economic Development

DEPARTMENT OF SMALL BUSINESS SERVICES (SBS)

Done with Ongoing Work

The Tech Talent Pipeline (TTP) is an Industry Partnership, bringing together multiple stakeholders of the tech industry in order to address the sector's talent pipeline needs. TTP works with employer partners to develop training program models that are aligned with industry needs. TTP has informed trainings for in-demand occupations, including associate engineers, web development, and quality assurance.
SBS offers industry-informed technology training programs for Inwood residents through the Washington Heights Workforce1 Career Center, including a Web Development training program, as well as other technology training programs developed through the Tech Talent Pipeline Industry Partnership. The technology trainings accessible through the Washington Heights Workforce1 Career Center include a wide range of opportunities for New Yorkers in tech - from those with no tech experience and limited education to those with some experience. Foreign-born New Yorkers, young adults who are out-of-school, out-of-work, and veterans are priority participants for these trainings.

Ongoing

In 2019, SBS offered a 9-week part-time tech training program designed for individuals interested in gaining access to the tech industry. The Bridge-to-tech training program served those who seek to develop the basic technical and professional skills needed to gain admission to occupational training in web development. Currently, the Washington Heights Workforce 1 Career Center is delivering services remotely and virtually. To view current remote training offerings, please visit: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/sbs/careers/access-training.page

2022

Inwood

Connect Inwood residents to training programs in the technology industry

81

Economic Development

DEPARTMENT OF SMALL BUSINESS SERVICES (SBS)

Done with Ongoing Work

The Tech Talent Pipeline (TTP) is an Industry Partnership, bringing together multiple stakeholders of the tech industry in order to address the sector's talent pipeline needs. TTP works with employer partners to develop training program models that are aligned with industry needs. TTP has informed trainings for in-demand occupations, including associate engineers, web development, and quality assurance.
SBS offers industry-informed technology training programs for Inwood residents through the Washington Heights Workforce1 Career Center, including a Web Development training program, as well as other technology training programs developed through the Tech Talent Pipeline Industry Partnership. The technology trainings accessible through the Washington Heights Workforce1 Career Center include a wide range of opportunities for New Yorkers in tech - from those with no tech experience and limited education to those with some experience. Foreign-born New Yorkers, young adults who are out-of-school, out-of-work, and veterans are priority participants for these trainings.

Ongoing

In 2019, SBS offered a 9-week part-time tech training program designed for individuals interested in gaining access to the tech industry. The Bridge-to-tech training program served those who seek to develop the basic technical and professional skills needed to gain admission to occupational training in web development. Currently, the Washington Heights Workforce 1 Career Center is delivering services remotely and virtually. To view current remote training offerings, please visit: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/sbs/careers/access-training.page

2021

Inwood

Evaluate and explore additional modifications to the protected bicycle lanes on Dyckman Street

73

Transportation & Infrastructure

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)

Done

The Department of Transportation recently completed modifications to the bike lanes on Dyckman Street and continues to feel the facilities provide important benefits to all users of the corridor. DOT commits to make additional changes to the configuration by retaining a protected bicycle lane on the north side of the street and creating a buffered bike lane on the south side of the street, and to evaluate the effectiveness of this design over the next year.

N/A

Following a close analysis of the corridor, in 2019 DOT installed a two-way protected bicycle lane on the north side of Dyckman Street between Broadway and Nagle Avenue.

2019

Jerome

Connect Jerome corridor residents to construction training programs.

56

Economic Development

DEPARTMENT OF SMALL BUSINESS SERVICES (SBS)

Done with Ongoing Work

Through the NYC Green Jobs Corps, SBS will screen Jerome Avenue residents for construction trade pre-apprenticeship training opportunities and free construction trade training. Partners in the Green Jobs Corps include Helmets to Hard Hats, Edward J. Malloy Initiative for Construction Skills and Non-Traditional Employment for Women (NEW) and Building Works, all of whom are recognized as pre-apprenticeship trainers by the Building Construction Trades Council. This construction trade training includes pre-apprenticeship training for careers in the green economy, including retrofitting buildings for increased energy efficiency. In coordination with the Council Members, SBS will organize outreach events to screen and assess jobseekers for pre-apprenticeships through the program. Individuals with a high school equivalency are eligible for pre-apprenticeship programs and those who may not be ready are referred to community partners and local institutions who provide additional adult and young adult education services.

Ongoing

SBS utilizes the Mobile Outreach Unit in partnership with community organizations, the local Bronx Workforce1 Industrial and transportation career center and the Washington Heights Workforce1 Career center to organize outreach efforts to recruit and connect local residents to training and job opportunities in the industrial and construction sector

2021

Jerome

Connect Jerome corridor residents to construction training programs.

56

Economic Development

DEPARTMENT OF SMALL BUSINESS SERVICES (SBS)

Done with Ongoing Work

Through the NYC Green Jobs Corps, SBS will screen Jerome Avenue residents for construction trade pre-apprenticeship training opportunities and free construction trade training. Partners in the Green Jobs Corps include Helmets to Hard Hats, Edward J. Malloy Initiative for Construction Skills and Non-Traditional Employment for Women (NEW) and Building Works, all of whom are recognized as pre-apprenticeship trainers by the Building Construction Trades Council. This construction trade training includes pre-apprenticeship training for careers in the green economy, including retrofitting buildings for increased energy efficiency. In coordination with the Council Members, SBS will organize outreach events to screen and assess jobseekers for pre-apprenticeships through the program. Individuals with a high school equivalency are eligible for pre-apprenticeship programs and those who may not be ready are referred to community partners and local institutions who provide additional adult and young adult education services.

Ongoing

Prior to March 2020, SBS utilized the Mobile Outreach Unit in partnership with community organizations, the local Bronx Workforce 1 Industrial and Transportation Career Center, and the Washington Heights Workforce1 Career Center to organize outreach efforts to recruit and connect local residents to training and job opportunities in the industrial and construction sector. The Bronx Workforce 1 Industrial & Transportation Center and the Washington Heights Workforce 1 Career Center are currently delivering services remotely and virtually.

2022

Jerome

Connect Jerome corridor residents to construction training programs.

56

Economic Development

DEPARTMENT OF SMALL BUSINESS SERVICES (SBS)

Done with Ongoing Work

Through the NYC Green Jobs Corps, SBS will screen Jerome Avenue residents for construction trade pre-apprenticeship training opportunities and free construction trade training. Partners in the Green Jobs Corps include Helmets to Hard Hats, Edward J. Malloy Initiative for Construction Skills and Non-Traditional Employment for Women (NEW) and Building Works, all of whom are recognized as pre-apprenticeship trainers by the Building Construction Trades Council. This construction trade training includes pre-apprenticeship training for careers in the green economy, including retrofitting buildings for increased energy efficiency. In coordination with the Council Members, SBS will organize outreach events to screen and assess jobseekers for pre-apprenticeships through the program. Individuals with a high school equivalency are eligible for pre-apprenticeship programs and those who may not be ready are referred to community partners and local institutions who provide additional adult and young adult education services.

Ongoing

Prior to March 2020, SBS utilized the Mobile Outreach Unit in partnership with community organizations, the local Bronx Workforce 1 Industrial and Transportation Career Center, and the Washington Heights Workforce1 Career Center to organize outreach efforts to recruit and connect local residents to training and job opportunities in the industrial and construction sector. The Bronx Workforce 1 Industrial & Transportation Center and the Washington Heights Workforce 1 Career Center are currently delivering services remotely and virtually.

2018

East Harlem

Connect residents to good jobs in the building trades through Upper Manhattan Workforce 1 Career Center and East Harlem Satellite Workforce 1 Center

60

Economic Development

DEPARTMENT OF SMALL BUSINESS SERVICES (SBS)

Done with Ongoing Work

SBS will connect East Harlem residents to trainings provided through the Workforce1 Center System. Trainings offered are employer-informed, and prepare participants to connect to quality jobs within growth sectors such as healthcare, construction, and technology. SBS will partner with local community organizations, to recruit, serve and prepare East Harlem residents for training and quality employment opportunities within in-demand, growth sectors.

2017-ongoing

SBS connects East Harlem residents to trainings provided through our network of 21 Workforce1 Career Centers. Trainings offered are employer-informed and prepare participants to connect to quality jobs within growing sectors like healthcare, construction, and technology. SBS partners with a network of more than 350 community partners, including East Harlem organizations like Strive and Union Settlement, to connect candidates to opportunities with our training and employer partners. For example, in November 2017, in partnership with NYCHA REES, SBS held a recruitment event at the East Harlem Isaac Houses/Holmes Towers for Nontraditional Employment for Women's (NEW) fall pre-apprenticeship programs. SBS has partnered with four exclusive pre-apprenticeship programs, including NEW, to connect qualified individuals to training opportunities that lead to apprenticeships in the construction trades in NYC. SBS is working with the East Harlem community to convene stakeholders to plan for workforce development services and resources that will best serve the community needs.

2018

East Harlem

Coordinate with Agencies to incorporate green infrastructure into city projects

56

Transportation & Infrastructure

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (DEP)

Done with Ongoing Work

Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) will partner with DPR, DOT, HPD, and EDC to incorporate green infrastructure into new development and public property retrofit projects when possible.

2017-ongoing

DEP has completed green infrastructure projects along 5th Avenue and 138th Street and at the 2nd Avenue Select Bus Service stop, including two right-of-way green streets. In addition, DEP and DPR are collaborating on green infrastructure improvements at the Playground 103 CIII and the James Weldon Johnson Playground. DEP will continue to seek opportunities to incorporate green infrastructure into public property projects wherever possible.

2021

East Harlem

Connect residents to good jobs in the building trades through Upper Manhattan Workforce 1 Career Center and East Harlem Satellite Workforce 1 Center

60

Economic Development

DEPARTMENT OF SMALL BUSINESS SERVICES (SBS)

Done with Ongoing Work

SBS will connect East Harlem residents to trainings provided through the Workforce1 Center System. Trainings offered are employer-informed, and prepare participants to connect to quality jobs within growth sectors such as healthcare, construction, and technology. SBS will partner with local community organizations, to recruit, serve and prepare East Harlem residents for training and quality employment opportunities within in-demand, growth sectors.

2017-ongoing

Since March 2020, all SBS Workforce 1 Career Centers are operating virtually to provide a suite of services to connect residents to good jobs in building trades. Through the virtual Workforce 1 Career Center System, SBS is able to connect with local residents via web or phone to hold one-on-one help from professionals who can help identify jobs that match experience and skills, prepare for interviews, and access to free trainings.

2022

East Harlem

Connect residents to good jobs in the building trades through Upper Manhattan Workforce 1 Career Center and East Harlem Satellite Workforce 1 Center

60

Economic Development

DEPARTMENT OF SMALL BUSINESS SERVICES (SBS)

Done with Ongoing Work

SBS will connect East Harlem residents to trainings provided through the Workforce1 Center System. Trainings offered are employer-informed, and prepare participants to connect to quality jobs within growth sectors such as healthcare, construction, and technology. SBS will partner with local community organizations, to recruit, serve and prepare East Harlem residents for training and quality employment opportunities within in-demand, growth sectors.

2017-ongoing

Since March 2020, all SBS Workforce 1 Career Centers are operating virtually to provide a suite of services to connect residents to good jobs in building trades. Through the virtual Workforce 1 Career Center System, SBS is able to connect with local residents via web or phone to hold one-on-one help from professionals who can help identify jobs that match experience and skills, prepare for interviews, and access to free trainings.

2019

Jerome

Construct a new "stand-alone gymnasium" at PS 246 Poe Center School

31

Community Resources

SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION AUTHORITY (SCA)

Done

None

Beginning 2018

SCA has selected a General Contractor for the stand-alone gymnasium at PS 246 POE Center School. The new, stand-alone gymnasium is anticipated to open by fall 2020.

2021

Jerome

Construct a new "stand-alone gymnasium" at PS 246 Poe Center School

31

Community Resources

SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION AUTHORITY (SCA)

Done

None

Beginning 2018

Construction at the stand-alone gymnasium at PS 246 Poe Center School resumed in July 2020. The project was completed in February 2021.

2022

Jerome

Construct a new "stand-alone gymnasium" at PS 246 Poe Center School

31

Community Resources

SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION AUTHORITY (SCA)

Done

None

Beginning 2018

Construction at the stand-alone gymnasium at PS 246 Poe Center School resumed in July 2020. The project was completed in February 2021.

2025

Inwood

Expand Community Services Offered at the DOHMH Washington Heights Center

54

Community Resources

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND MENTAL HYGIENE (DOHMH)

Revised

Located at 600 West 168 Street, the DOHMH Washington Heights Center is an important piece of the City's Upper Manhattan health service network. On the floors operated by the DOHMH, we have public services that range from free and confidential testing and treatment for tuberculosis, and insurance enrollment, and co-located community based service providers. The City also recognizes there is a strong interest to do more to connect these services to the community and are excited for the prospect of working on that with the Council Member to do that work
- The City will work with the Council Member's office to develop an outreach strategy to inform and attract more eligible residents of Manhattan Community Board 12 to take advantage of the health services on site. Outreach to include health fairs, targeted neighborhood advertisement (including Get Covered NYC and other medical campaigns as funding allows), and promoting available services through Columbia University's Get Health Heights coalition.
Timeline: To begin Q1 CY 2019- The City will make best faith efforts to collaborate with Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health, which also occupies space within the building, to strategize how their own programming can best serve the Washington Heights and Inwood communities.
Timeline: To begin Q4 CY 2018
- The City will upgrade the broadband internet availability for the Washington Heights Center, and ensure that visitors have access to public wi-fi.
Capital Cost: $55,300
Timeline: November 2018
- HRA will work with their designated Upper Manhattan HomeBase provider and DOHMH to have representatives on site at 600 West 168th Street. Homebase will hold regular satellite office hours so that visitors to 600 West 168th Street members can receive housing advice, enroll in Homebase, and receive housing-related referrals. Having HomeBase representatives on site will provide a direct connection to onsite providers to a set of new supportive services and strengthen the network between their work and HRA The Public Engagement Unit (PEU) will also hold regular satellite office hours at 600 West 168th Street. Tenant Support specialists will be available to connect tenants in the area to resources and services to mitigate displacement, including referrals to legal assistance through HRA, and provide ongoing case management of all housing-related issues. In addition, specialists will screen any interested constituents for over 30 government benefits through AccessNYC, including Rent Freeze programs (e.g. SCRIE, DRIE) and cash assistance, and advise them through the application processes.

2018 - 2019

The DOHMH Washington Heights Clinic is currently closed. DOHMH does not currently have a re-opening date for this location.

DOHMH is still providing various services in this area to support its residents. For example, DOHMH's Bureau of Immunization supports a Continued Access to Vaccination site located in Washington Heights (Ryan Health Wadsworth) to provide vaccinations for un/underinsured children and adults who reside in this area. Additionally, so far in 2025 the DOHMH Bureau of Maternal, Infant, and Reproductive Health (BMIRH) served 302 Washington Heights residents through its various home visiting programs 252 via the Newborn Home Visiting Program and 50 through the New Family Program). In the last 9 months, BMIRH's Newborn Home Visiting Program has attended and provided resources at 7 community baby showers in the Washington Heights and Inwood neighborhoods. On multiple occasions, this program provided items such as onesies, bibs, pack n plays, cribs, etc. to hundreds of families in attendance. The Nurse Family Partnership program regularly conducts clinician outreach and participates in family health events in this area. Additionally, DOHMH has 9 SBHCs in Washington Heights and the Inwood area, operated by Children's Aid Society, NYP, and the Community Healthcare Network. The DOHMH Bureau of Hepatitis, HIV, and Sexually Transmitted Infections also runs several HIV prevention programs in the area with partner organizations such as NYP/Columbia, Alliance for Positive Change, and OnPoint NYC, providing mental health services including psychotherapy, family counseling, patient navigation, therapeutic groups specializing in youth and young adults living with HIV, a multi-level antiretroviral treatment adherence support program integrated into HIV care management to promote viral load suppression, substance abuse, and other supportive services to meet and address health care needs and improve individual health outcomes.

2018

East Harlem

Construct a new East 125th Street Plaza (Park Ave between 124th and 126th St

27

Open Space

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)

Done

The new East 125th Street Plaza project will be constructed under the Park Ave Viaduct between E124th and E126th St and will contain a newly-constructed plaza area with amenities to expand the space's activation options. Expanded sidewalks surrounding the Metro-North station, improved crosswalks and street lighting, and traffic signal timing changes, will improve the pedestrian experience and calm traffic movements. The plaza project's sidewalk extensions also create the opportunity to provide taxi stands along Park Avenue along both sides of the plaza, which will allow for more efficient transfers between the train and taxis in all directions to and from the station. The project is currently in final design. The New Harlem East Merchants Association (NHEMA) - recently renamed Uptown Grand Central - applied to Round 7 of the Plaza Program in 2014 and is responsible for the maintenance of the plaza and leads on all community programming. NYCEDC is providing Capital planning and will oversee project implementation on DOT's behalf.

2018

Metro North Railroad is performing station improvements at Park Avenue that are scheduled to be completed at the end of 2018. NYCEDC, which is providing capital planning of the plaza and will oversee project implementation, has submitted designs for approval by the Federal Highway Administration and plans to begin work on the plaza project in early 2019. Uptown Grand Central (formerly the New Harlem East Merchants Association) is responsible for maintenance of the plaza and leads on all community programming.

2019

East Harlem

Construct a new East 125th Street Plaza (Park Ave between 124th and 126th St

27

Open Space

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)

Done

The new East 125th Street Plaza project will be constructed under the Park Ave Viaduct between E124th and E126th St and will contain a newly-constructed plaza area with amenities to expand the space's activation options. Expanded sidewalks surrounding the Metro-North station, improved crosswalks and street lighting, and traffic signal timing changes, will improve the pedestrian experience and calm traffic movements. The plaza project's sidewalk extensions also create the opportunity to provide taxi stands along Park Avenue along both sides of the plaza, which will allow for more efficient transfers between the train and taxis in all directions to and from the station. The project is currently in final design. The New Harlem East Merchants Association (NHEMA) - recently renamed Uptown Grand Central - applied to Round 7 of the Plaza Program in 2014 and is responsible for the maintenance of the plaza and leads on all community programming. NYCEDC is providing Capital planning and will oversee project implementation on DOT's behalf.

2018

Work will begin this summer on the East 125th Street Plaza under the Park Avenue Viaduct. Following completion of all federal design reviews in 2019, EDC managed public contractor procurement and selected a contractor to build the new plaza and streetscape improvements. The Plaza will be closed during construction and is anticipated to be re-open by the end of 2020. The project team includes a Community Construction Liaison to answer any public concerns that arise relating to this project throughout its duration. Community inquiries during construction can be referred to the following project email address: EDCPark125CCL@gmail.com.

2019

Greater East Midtown

Report on residential conversion activity in East Midtown

5

Housing

DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING (DCP)

Done with Ongoing Work

We have not seen evidence that the ability for owners to convert their properties to residential uses as-of-right poses issues for this area. Nonetheless at your request, DCP will report back to the Manhattan Borough President's Office and the City Council on the prevalence of residential conversions and any associated impacts in the rezoning boundaries in both 3 years and 5 years time.

2017-2022

DCP will release its three-year report on residential conversion activity in East Midtown in August 2020.

2021

East Harlem

Construct a new East 125th Street Plaza (Park Ave between 124th and 126th St

27

Open Space

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)

Done

The new East 125th Street Plaza project will be constructed under the Park Ave Viaduct between E124th and E126th St and will contain a newly-constructed plaza area with amenities to expand the space's activation options. Expanded sidewalks surrounding the Metro-North station, improved crosswalks and street lighting, and traffic signal timing changes, will improve the pedestrian experience and calm traffic movements. The plaza project's sidewalk extensions also create the opportunity to provide taxi stands along Park Avenue along both sides of the plaza, which will allow for more efficient transfers between the train and taxis in all directions to and from the station. The project is currently in final design. The New Harlem East Merchants Association (NHEMA) - recently renamed Uptown Grand Central - applied to Round 7 of the Plaza Program in 2014 and is responsible for the maintenance of the plaza and leads on all community programming. NYCEDC is providing Capital planning and will oversee project implementation on DOT's behalf.

2018

Work began in June 2019 on the East 125th Street Plaza under the Park Avenue Viaduct. Construction work was paused from March through October due to the COVID-19 pandemic and resumed in early November. The Plaza was completed in spring 2021.

2022

East Harlem

Construct a new East 125th Street Plaza (Park Ave between 124th and 126th St

27

Open Space

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)

Done

The new East 125th Street Plaza project will be constructed under the Park Ave Viaduct between E124th and E126th St and will contain a newly-constructed plaza area with amenities to expand the space's activation options. Expanded sidewalks surrounding the Metro-North station, improved crosswalks and street lighting, and traffic signal timing changes, will improve the pedestrian experience and calm traffic movements. The plaza project's sidewalk extensions also create the opportunity to provide taxi stands along Park Avenue along both sides of the plaza, which will allow for more efficient transfers between the train and taxis in all directions to and from the station. The project is currently in final design. The New Harlem East Merchants Association (NHEMA) - recently renamed Uptown Grand Central - applied to Round 7 of the Plaza Program in 2014 and is responsible for the maintenance of the plaza and leads on all community programming. NYCEDC is providing Capital planning and will oversee project implementation on DOT's behalf.

2018

Work began in June 2019 on the East 125th Street Plaza under the Park Avenue Viaduct. Construction work was paused from March through October due to the COVID-19 pandemic and resumed in early November. The Plaza was completed in spring 2021.

2024

Bronx Metro-North

Capital needs for existing schools

Community Resources

SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION AUTHORITY (SCA)

Not Started

Address capital needs in local schools, such as new security cameras, roof repairs, and upgraded facilities. Funding: $10M (already funded in FY 25-29 capital plan)

Ongoing

2022

Gowanus

Construct a school at Gowanus Green.

22

Community Resources

SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION AUTHORITY (SCA)

Not Started

• SCA commits to constructing a DOE school at Gowanus Green. An approximately 22,000 square foot parcel is being reserved for the school and is located across from the future public park at the intersection of 5th Street and the new Hoyt and Luquer Streets extensions. This commitment is subject to a City commitment to fund the project. DOE and Parks will provide a Joint Operated Playground (JOP) at the public park across the street for exclusive use by the school during the school day. DOT and DOE School Safety will create a plan to provide appropriate street traffic safety measures to enable safe school bus pick up and drop off as well as safe crossing to the JOP.

TBD

The commitment to construct a new school at the Gowanus Green site is subject to a City commitment to fund the project. The project start is to be determined.

2021

Bay Street

Construct future phases of public open space at New Stapleton Waterfront

25

Open Space

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (EDC)

In Progress

NYCEDC, in partnership with NYC Parks, will complete design and construct the additional
phases of the park at New Stapleton Waterfront. Coupled with the completed acreage at the
Urby development, the total public open space will encompass close to 12 acres, including a
maintenance and operation facility, a comfort station, a playground, Basketball, Pickle Ball,
Bocce, and Volleyball courts, a dog run, barbecue grills and picnic area, and a continuous
waterfront esplanade.

2024

EDC, in partnership with DPR, will design and construct the additional phases of the park at New Stapleton Waterfront. Coupled with the completed acreage at the Urby development, the total public open space will encompass close to 12 acres, including a maintenance and operation facility, a comfort station, a playground, basketball, pickle ball, bocce and volleyball courts, a dog run, barbecue grills and picnic area, and a continuous waterfront esplanade. The design and construction of the infrastructure were put on hold until February 2021. Project work resumed in March 2021.

2022

Bay Street

Construct future phases of public open space at New Stapleton Waterfront

25

Open Space

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (EDC)

In Progress

NYCEDC, in partnership with NYC Parks, will complete design and construct the additional
phases of the park at New Stapleton Waterfront. Coupled with the completed acreage at the
Urby development, the total public open space will encompass close to 12 acres, including a
maintenance and operation facility, a comfort station, a playground, Basketball, Pickle Ball,
Bocce, and Volleyball courts, a dog run, barbecue grills and picnic area, and a continuous
waterfront esplanade.

2024

EDC, in partnership with DPR, will design and construct the additional phases of the park at New Stapleton Waterfront. Coupled with the completed acreage at the Urby development, the total public open space will encompass close to 12 acres, including a maintenance and operation facility, a comfort station, a playground, basketball, pickle ball, bocce and volleyball courts, a dog run, barbecue grills and picnic area, and a continuous waterfront esplanade. The design and construction of the infrastructure were put on hold until February 2021. Project work resumed in March 2021. Bidding Northern Phase of the Open Space this the summer of 2022.

2022

Gowanus

Construct open space at the future Head-End CSO site.

33

Transportation & Infrastructure

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (DEP)

In Progress

• DEP confirms that the open space at the Head End site will be completed in late-2030.The design was informed by community outreach and recommendations and was approved by PDC in November 2018. The headhouse will be activated with interpretive graphics about the function of the CSO facility and the history of Gowanus. Additionally, in line with community feedback, DEP is seeking to host temporary art programming, outdoor movie nights, and accommodate outdoor performance space in collaboration with Parks.

TBD

DEP will resubmit the revised design of the completed facility and open space to the New York City Public Design Commission (PDC) in 2022. The design of the headhouse was revised to incorporate the 234 Butler Street façade as mandated by Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). In addition, the streetscape design for Degraw Street was developed as requested by PDC.

2019

Inwood

Construct the Sherman Creek Malecón at Academy Street

26

Open Space

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (EDC)

In Progress

For many years, Academy Street east of 10th Avenue, along the northern side of Sherman Creek Inlet, has been fenced off and inaccessible to the public. Through the rezoning, the City is de-mapping the street and reclaiming it for public use. EDC will construct a new, two-acre waterfront park, the Sherman Creek Malecón, as a place for the Inwood community, including residents of the adjacent Dyckman Houses, to come together and play amid a beautiful natural setting. Recreational amenities could include space for community gatherings such as picnics and barbecues; lawns, seating, and shade structures; and opportunities for water-based activities like fishing or kayaking. EDC will also construct a bike and pedestrian connection along the east side of 10th Avenue to safely connect the Malecón with the five-acre Sherman Creek to the south, creating a continuous green gem along the entire shoreline of Sherman Creek Inlet.

FY2019 Design Start

EDC will transform Academy Street east of 10th Avenue, which has been fenced off and closed to the public for many years, into a new waterfront park. A designer was selected in May 2019, and design is expected to be complete in Winter 2020-2021. The programming and amenities of the new park will be informed by engagement with the Inwood community.

2021

Inwood

Construct the Sherman Creek Malecón at Academy Street

26

Open Space

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (EDC)

In Progress

For many years, Academy Street east of 10th Avenue, along the northern side of Sherman Creek Inlet, has been fenced off and inaccessible to the public. Through the rezoning, the City is de-mapping the street and reclaiming it for public use. EDC will construct a new, two-acre waterfront park, the Sherman Creek Malecón, as a place for the Inwood community, including residents of the adjacent Dyckman Houses, to come together and play amid a beautiful natural setting. Recreational amenities could include space for community gatherings such as picnics and barbecues; lawns, seating, and shade structures; and opportunities for water-based activities like fishing or kayaking. EDC will also construct a bike and pedestrian connection along the east side of 10th Avenue to safely connect the Malecón with the five-acre Sherman Creek to the south, creating a continuous green gem along the entire shoreline of Sherman Creek Inlet.

FY2019 Design Start

EDC will transform Academy Street east of 10th Avenue, which has been fenced off and closed to the public for many years, into a new waterfront park. The programming and amenities of the new park will be informed by engagement with the Inwood community. A designer was selected in May 2019. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the design contract registration remains paused.

2022

Inwood

Construct the Sherman Creek Malecón at Academy Street

26

Open Space

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (EDC)

In Progress

For many years, Academy Street east of 10th Avenue, along the northern side of Sherman Creek Inlet, has been fenced off and inaccessible to the public. Through the rezoning, the City is de-mapping the street and reclaiming it for public use. EDC will construct a new, two-acre waterfront park, the Sherman Creek Malecón, as a place for the Inwood community, including residents of the adjacent Dyckman Houses, to come together and play amid a beautiful natural setting. Recreational amenities could include space for community gatherings such as picnics and barbecues; lawns, seating, and shade structures; and opportunities for water-based activities like fishing or kayaking. EDC will also construct a bike and pedestrian connection along the east side of 10th Avenue to safely connect the Malecón with the five-acre Sherman Creek to the south, creating a continuous green gem along the entire shoreline of Sherman Creek Inlet.

FY2019 Design Start

EDC will transform Academy Street east of 10th Avenue, which has been fenced off and closed to the public for many years, into a new waterfront park. The programming and amenities of the new park will be informed by engagement with the Inwood community. A designer was selected in May 2019. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the design contract registration was paused. Design is expected to start in 2023 and will be informed by engagement with the Inwood community.

2018

Greater East Midtown

Continue engagement with Greenacre Foundation regarding development within the vicinity of Greenacre Park

3

Open Space

DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING (DCP)

Done with Ongoing Work

Greenacre Park is a gem of a public space situated in East Midtown and a valuable asset for workers, residents, and visitors alike. As such, DCP will do the following for development that occurs within the radius of Greenacre Park (as identified by the Greenacre Foundation):
1. DCP will send the Greenacre Foundation any filed application for any zoning actions pursuant to the East Midtown rezoning at the same time it is sent to the Community Board;
2. DCP will inform any such applicant to discuss its development plans with the Greenacre Foundation; and
3. DCP commits to again meet with Greenacre Foundation to discuss potential shadow impacts from development both within and outside this rezoning plan.

2017-ongoing

DCP met with the Greenacre Foundation (GF) on March 28, 2018. The discussion focused on the GF's analysis regarding possible shadow impacts from potential development east of the Greater East Midtown rezoning area.

2019

Greater East Midtown

Continue engagement with Greenacre Foundation regarding development within the vicinity of Greenacre Park

3

Open Space

DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING (DCP)

Done with Ongoing Work

Greenacre Park is a gem of a public space situated in East Midtown and a valuable asset for workers, residents, and visitors alike. As such, DCP will do the following for development that occurs within the radius of Greenacre Park (as identified by the Greenacre Foundation):
1. DCP will send the Greenacre Foundation any filed application for any zoning actions pursuant to the East Midtown rezoning at the same time it is sent to the Community Board;
2. DCP will inform any such applicant to discuss its development plans with the Greenacre Foundation; and
3. DCP commits to again meet with Greenacre Foundation to discuss potential shadow impacts from development both within and outside this rezoning plan.

2017-ongoing

DCP met with the Greenacre Foundation (GF) on March 28, 2018. The discussion focused on GF's analysis regarding possible shadow impacts from potential development east of the Greater East Midtown rezoning area.

2019

East Harlem

Coordinate with Agencies to incorporate green infrastructure into city projects

56

Transportation & Infrastructure

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (DEP)

Done with Ongoing Work

Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) will partner with DPR, DOT, HPD, and EDC to incorporate green infrastructure into new development and public property retrofit projects when possible.

2017-ongoing

Since the 2018 update, DEP completed Playground 103 CIII on the FDR Drive and E. 102nd St., which includes rain gardens and a turf field that serves as a subsurface stormwater detention. DEP also completed the James Weldon Johnson Playground on 115th and Lexington Ave, which includes rain gardens, permeable pavers, permeable asphalt and subsurface detention via a turf field installation.

2021

Greater East Midtown

Continue engagement with Greenacre Foundation regarding development within the vicinity of Greenacre Park

3

Open Space

DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING (DCP)

Done with Ongoing Work

Greenacre Park is a gem of a public space situated in East Midtown and a valuable asset for workers, residents, and visitors alike. As such, DCP will do the following for development that occurs within the radius of Greenacre Park (as identified by the Greenacre Foundation):
1. DCP will send the Greenacre Foundation any filed application for any zoning actions pursuant to the East Midtown rezoning at the same time it is sent to the Community Board;
2. DCP will inform any such applicant to discuss its development plans with the Greenacre Foundation; and
3. DCP commits to again meet with Greenacre Foundation to discuss potential shadow impacts from development both within and outside this rezoning plan.

2017-ongoing

DCP met with the Greenacre Foundation (GF) on March 28, 2018. The discussion focused on GF's analysis regarding possible shadow impacts from potential development east of the Greater East Midtown rezoning area.

2022

Greater East Midtown

Continue engagement with Greenacre Foundation regarding development within the vicinity of Greenacre Park

3

Open Space

DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING (DCP)

Done with Ongoing Work

Greenacre Park is a gem of a public space situated in East Midtown and a valuable asset for workers, residents, and visitors alike. As such, DCP will do the following for development that occurs within the radius of Greenacre Park (as identified by the Greenacre Foundation):
1. DCP will send the Greenacre Foundation any filed application for any zoning actions pursuant to the East Midtown rezoning at the same time it is sent to the Community Board;
2. DCP will inform any such applicant to discuss its development plans with the Greenacre Foundation; and
3. DCP commits to again meet with Greenacre Foundation to discuss potential shadow impacts from development both within and outside this rezoning plan.

2017-ongoing

DCP met with the Greenacre Foundation (GF) on March 28, 2018. The discussion focused on GF's analysis regarding possible shadow impacts from potential development east of the Greater East Midtown rezoning area.

2025

Gowanus

Renovate Boerum Park

12

Open Space

DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION (DPR)

In Progress

Boerum Park is a critical open space for students at Cobble Hill School for American Studies, nearby by NYCHA residents, and the larger Gowanus community. Working with the adjacent school, Parks will reimagine and renovate this jointly operated playground space. Subject to public input and feedback, new amenities could potentially include renovated and expanded programming spaces, such as landscaped seating areas, green infrastructure, sports courts, fitness and play equipment.

2023 targeted start

Design is complete and project is currently in procurement for a contractor for the playground reconstruction.

2022

Gowanus

Continue engagement with local stakeholders on the Gowanus IBZ Vision Plan’s framework and workforce and infrastructure recommendations.

16

Community Resources

DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING (DCP)

In Progress

DCP and agency partners commit to continue engaging with local stakeholders on strategies and recommendations in the Gowanus IBZ Vision Plan, including around land use and zoning as part of any broader efforts to revise and update industrial zoning. In connection with the Gowanus Neighborhood Plan, DCP led a public engagement effort with businesses, property owners, and other stakeholders to develop a vision for the southern part of Gowanus within the Southwest Brooklyn Industrial Business Zone (IBZ), other portions of blocks zoned as manufacturing districts, and the Third Avenue corridor. In May 2021, DCP released the Gowanus IBZ Vision Plan, which put forth a land use framework and key infrastructure and workforce recommendations, many of which are listed above. DCP will continue to work with property owners interested in pursuing private applications that comport with the land use framework. DCP will also consider the Gowanus IBZ as part of any broader initiative to revise and update industrial zoning that may take place in coming years and will work closely with CB6 and local elected officials on any such initiative.

TBD

DCP is continuing to engage local stakeholders on the Gowanus IBZ.

2018

Far Rockaway

Continue implementation of RISE:NYC program in Far Rockaway

41

Transportation & Infrastructure

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (EDC)

Done

With support through RISE:NYC, a company named New America is currently working in partnership with the Rockaway Development and Revitalization Corporation ("RDRC") to install resilient mesh wireless networks for Sandy-impacted small businesses and to train the local workforce in its deployment. Implementation of this project is underway, and the City estimates that approximately 15 businesses will participate in the program.

2017-ongoing

Through the RISE : NYC program, the non-profit New America is currently working in partnership with the Rockaway Development and Revitalization Corporation (RDRC) to install a resilient mesh wireless Internet network for Sandy-impacted small businesses in Downtown Far Rockaway and to train the local workforce in its deployment.  The resilient mesh network design has been completed, and installation is scheduled to begin in summer 2018.

2019

Far Rockaway

Continue implementation of RISE:NYC program in Far Rockaway

41

Transportation & Infrastructure

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (EDC)

Done

With support through RISE:NYC, a company named New America is currently working in partnership with the Rockaway Development and Revitalization Corporation ("RDRC") to install resilient mesh wireless networks for Sandy-impacted small businesses and to train the local workforce in its deployment. Implementation of this project is underway, and the City estimates that approximately 15 businesses will participate in the program.

2017-ongoing

Through the RISE : NYC program, the non-profit New America is currently working in partnership with the Rockaway Development and Revitalization Corporation (RDRC) to install a resilient mesh wireless Internet network for Sandy-impacted small businesses in Downtown Far Rockaway and to train the local workforce in its deployment. Installation has been completed for 14 businesses and the network is expected to be fully complete by summer 2019.

2021

Far Rockaway

Continue implementation of RISE:NYC program in Far Rockaway

41

Transportation & Infrastructure

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (EDC)

Done

With support through RISE:NYC, a company named New America is currently working in partnership with the Rockaway Development and Revitalization Corporation ("RDRC") to install resilient mesh wireless networks for Sandy-impacted small businesses and to train the local workforce in its deployment. Implementation of this project is underway, and the City estimates that approximately 15 businesses will participate in the program.

2017-ongoing

Through the RISE: NYC program, the non-profit New America partnered with the Rockaway Development and Revitalization Corporation (RDRC) to install a resilient mesh wireless Internet network for Sandy-impacted small businesses in Downtown Far Rockaway and to train the local workforce in its deployment. The installation was completed in 2019.

2022

Far Rockaway

Continue implementation of RISE:NYC program in Far Rockaway

41

Transportation & Infrastructure

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (EDC)

Done

With support through RISE:NYC, a company named New America is currently working in partnership with the Rockaway Development and Revitalization Corporation ("RDRC") to install resilient mesh wireless networks for Sandy-impacted small businesses and to train the local workforce in its deployment. Implementation of this project is underway, and the City estimates that approximately 15 businesses will participate in the program.

2017-ongoing

2021

Bay Street

Continue outreach to Bay Street small businesses for access to support services

57

Economic Development

DEPARTMENT OF SMALL BUSINESS SERVICES (SBS)

Done with Ongoing Work

SBS will continue to provide free services to small businesses along Bay Street through the NYC
Business Solutions Center located at 120 Stuyvesant Place. These free services help businesses start, operate and expand in New York City and include business education, access to capital,
free legal resources and commercial lease review. Since the start of the de Blasio Administration
SBS has served 475 North Shore businesses, connecting them to more than $300,000 in
financing. SBS will utilize community partners, the agency's Mobile Outreach Unit and other
methods of outreach to connect Bay Street corridor businesses with resources, including
support for businesses seeking financing.

Ongoing

SBS is working closely with Empire Mall and other employers in the area to connect jobseekers to jobs and training opportunities. Since March 2020, the Staten Island Workforce 1 Career Center located at 120 Stuyvesant Place is now operating virtually. Through the virtual Workforce 1 Career Center System, SBS is able to connect with local residents via web or phone to hold one-on-one help from professionals who can help identify jobs that match experience and skills, prepare for interviews, and offer access to free trainings.