“The Trump administration and the Republican-led Congress have partnered to pass a new tax law that is a disaster for the people of New York City. “This new law eliminates local deductions and the ability to deduct medical expenses, both of which will only increase the burden on those who are struggling to get by.…
On November 29, 2017, Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr. and the Bronx Jewish Historical Initiative honored the Bronx Jewish Hall of Fame’s Class of 2017 at the Bronx Museum of the Arts, highlighting the rich and extraordinary history of the Jewish community of The Bronx. The induction ceremony, emceed by 1010 WINS Radio’s Juliet Papa,…
On Tuesday, November 28, 2017, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. hosted the borough’s official celebration of Albanian culture and heritage in recognition of the 105th Anniversary of Albania’s Independence. “The Albanian community has always had a strong connection to The Bronx,” said Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. “As we celebrate Albanian Independence Day,…
Today, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. issued an affirmative recommendation with conditions for the proposed rezoning of Jerome Avenue, as part of his charter-mandated responsibilities in the Uniform Land Use Review Process (ULURP). “The plan for the future of Jerome Avenue represents tremendous transformative potential for the entire Bronx. Whatever we do, we must…
Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. today joined the Zaro family and other community leaders to host the grand re-opening of the new Zaro’s Family Bakery retail location in Parkchester. The new space will mark Zaro’s official return to the neighborhood following the closure of their original Parkchester location on Hugh Grant Circle, which had…
Good afternoon, I testify today in favor of Intro 1524, introduced by Council Member Rafael Salamanca and Intro 1529, introduced by Council Member James Vacca. Both of these bills were introduced at my request. It is a known fact that New York City is in the midst of a homelessness crisis, and that innovative and…
“President Trump’s order to end temporary protected status for Haitians is a needlessly appalling concession to his anti-immigrant base at the expense of families who need our humanitarian assistance. The federal government should not be uprooting lives or breaking families apart, nor should we be forcing those who came to this nation looking for help…
CITY HALL – A little less than a year ago, my community in Hunts Point was shocked and deeply saddened when two young girls lost their lives in a tragic accident at home. With their family living in what is known as a cluster site, Ibanez and Scylee Ambrose, ages 1 and 2, were killed…
“Safe at Home?” Examines Public Safety Issues Facing NYCHA Residents Today, the Bronx Public Housing Task Force—made up of Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr., Bronx District Attorney Darcel D. Clark and City Council Members Ritchie Torres and Vanessa Gibson—issued its report, titled “Safe at Home?” outlining solutions to the numerous safety and quality of…
Today, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. and AT&T’s New York State President Marissa Shorenstein co-hosted a celebration for the Little League teams who participated in this year’s seventh annual Borough President’s Cup – Caribe Little League and this year’s champions, Bronxchester Realtors. The celebration took place at the Hard Rock Café at Yankee Stadium…
