Low- and middle-income New Yorkers who have struggled to make rent or utility payments during the pandemic can apply to New York State’s $2 billion Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP).
Those who are approved for the program could receive relief for up to 12 months of rental arrears dating from March 13, 2020– and even missed payments for gas or electric utilities (some may be eligible for three future monthly … Read more
Friday, September 17
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Friends,
It’s Thursday, September 16, 2021. Welcome to my weekly update.
Where we are. New York City’s COVID positivity rate is now 2.96%, down from 3.31% last week. Those interested in diving more deeply into COVID statistics can check the NYC Dept. of Health website or thecity.nyc’s COVID tracker. If you’re not yet vaccinated, find a vaccine site here.
The Washington Post reported yesterday (9/15) another grim milestone… Read more
Wednesday, September 8
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I’ve recently heard about dozens of job openings and opportunities:
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I’ve compiled a list of resources to help Manhattanites recover from Hurricane Ida:
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Manhattan Human Service Center (IS 88, 215 W. 114th St.). open for in-person assistance daily from 8 am – 8 pm – State and City agencies and nonprofits provide help with storm-related paperwork, food assistance referrals, and mental health services
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Homeowner resources from the NYC Dept. of Housing Preservation and Development
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File a water damage or loss
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Friends,
It’s Thursday, September 9, 2021. Welcome to my weekly update.
New York City’s COVID positivity rate is now 3.31%, down from 3.43% last week. Those interested in diving more deeply into COVID statistics can check the NYC Dept. of Health website or thecity.nyc’s COVID tracker. If you’re not yet vaccinated, find a vaccine site here.
Dr. Anthony Fauci said today (9/9) that the current rate of about… Read more
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Friends,
It’s Thursday, September 2, 2021. Welcome to my weekly update.
Last night’s storm really gave us a wallop, with record one-hour rainfall in Central Park. The Governor and Mayor have both issued a state of emergency. Transit service is delayed and in some areas suspended, and the MTA’s subway and bus Twitter accounts are posting service updates. Call 311 to report suspected gas leaks and downed power lines, and… Read more
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Friends,
It’s Thursday, August 26, 2021– happy Women’s Equality Day! It’s the 101st anniversary of the 19th Amendment giving women the right to vote in 1920.
New York City’s COVID positivity rate is now 3.61%, down from 3.82% last week. Those interested in diving more deeply into COVID statistics can check the NYC Dept. of Health website or thecity.nyc’s COVID tracker.
In one of her first acts, Gov. Hochul… Read more
