In a letter to Mayor Bill de Blasio, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. is calling out the city for its lack of any real commitment to community input in its ongoing proposal to build a new jail in The Bronx. At issue is the administration’s formation of a Design Advisory Group for the proposed…
Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. issued the following statement regarding the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Online Purchasing Pilot Program, which was launched today in New York State by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. “This pilot program has the potential to dramatically diminish food deserts while also increasing choice and lowering costs for some…
On Sunday, April 14, 2019, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. attended the “Kings Stop Killing Kings” anti-violence march and rally. The march took place on the Grand Concourse, beginning at Fordham Road, and stopped at The Bronx County Building at East 161st Street for a rally. The march was inspired by the recent death…
In recognition of Immigrant Heritage Week, health system urges immigrant New Yorkers to “Seek Care without Fear” NYC Health + Hospitals and the Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs today re-released a joint open letter to New Yorkers in 14 languages making a promise that no one will question their immigration status when they seek care at any…
Today, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. held a press conference to highlight a specific case of tenant neglect carried out by the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA), noting that a lack of common sense has embarrassed the agency while forcing a tenant into homelessness. “This case is another example of why NYCHA is…
NEW YORK—Mayor Bill de Blasio announced today that Lorraine A. Cortés-Vázquez will serve as Commissioner of the Department for the Aging. As Commissioner, Cortés-Vázquez will work to advance DFTA’s mission to eliminate ageism, ensure the dignity and quality of life of older adults, and support caregivers. Cortés-Vázquez has extensive experience in government, private, and non-profit…
Drinking Water Storage Will be Under Greater Scrutiny for Health of At-Risk New Yorkers New York City Hall — The City Council today approved a bill that will require New York City to have greater oversight on more than 10,000 water tanks throughout the five boroughs. The New York City Department of Health and Mental…
On Thursday, April 4, 2019, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. joined with New York State Assembly Member Aravella Simotas to host the annual Bronx Greek Heritage Celebration at St. Peter the Apostle Greek Orthodox Church in Kingsbridge. Honorees at this year’s program included George Manesis, owner of Billy’s Sports Bar; Steve Zervoudis, owner of…
Health Plan Teams Up with NYC Department of Probation and NYC Department of Small Business Services Following Mayor’s Executive Order (New York, NY – April 3, 2019) — MetroPlus Health, the health insurance plan preferred by more than 500,000 New Yorkers, today announced partnerships with the NYC Department of Probation and the NYC Department of…
“Yet again, President Donald Trump and his ignorant administration is trying to find ways to weasel out of helping the millions of United States citizens that call Puerto Rico home. Much like he bails out on his bankrupt businesses, President Trump is looking to bail out on Puerto Rico. Puerto Rico is not one his…
