Statement from Borough President Diaz RE: Pedro Hernandez / Bail Reform
“The case of Pedro Hernandez highlights the need for significant bail reform, if not the elimination of the money bail system altogether, in the State of New York. We need…
Senior-Focused CSA Arrives in The Bronx
Making sure that Bronx residents have access to quality fruits and vegetables is a priority for Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. Today, Borough President Diaz launched a Bronx-based, senior-focused…
Governor Cuomo Announces Construction on $67 Million Supportive Housing Development in The Bronx
New Development will Provide Affordable Housing for Formerly Homeless New Yorkers Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that construction is underway on a $67 million supportive and affordable housing project…
BP Diaz & Bronx Youth Corps Beautify Community Garden
On Thursday, July 20, 2017, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. and student volunteers participating in the Bronx Youth Corps came together to beautify Latinos Unidos Community Garden in Melrose.…
NYC to Become First Jurisdiction in U.S. that will Guarantee Free Legal Representation for Low-Income Tenants in Housing Court
The Landmark Legislation, Known as the “Right to Counsel,” Offers Blueprint for Cities Across the Country New York, NY – The New York City Council today voted to pass Intro 214-B,…
NYC to Become First Jurisdiction in U.S. that will Guarantee Free Legal Representation for Low-Income Tenants in Housing Court
The Landmark Legislation, Known as the “Right to Counsel,” Offers Blueprint for Cities Across the Country New York, NY – The New York City Council today voted to pass Intro 214-B, a…
Bronx Children’s Museum Celebrates Official Groundbreaking
July 12, 2017 – The Executive Director of the Bronx Children’s Museum, Carla Precht, enthusiastically announced that “Construction on our long-awaited Museum facility will begin this summer under the supervision of the NYC Department…
The Bronx and China’s Songjiang District Sign ‘Sister City’ Agreement
On July 17, 2017, the Songjiang Peoples Government delegation from China’s Songjiang District of Shanghai, led by Deputy District Mayor Long Wanli, visited The Bronx to sign a friendship, or “sister…
Bronx BP Ruben Diaz Jr. and Former Gov. David Paterson Keynote NYC Mission Society’s Learning to Work Graduation Ceremonies
(New York, N.Y.) – Caps off! Graduates of the New York City Mission Society’s Learning to Work Program gathered across the City last month for their commencement ceremonies. The nonprofit’s Learning…
Financial Services Superintendent Maria T. Vullo Announces the Approval of New Banking Development Districts in The Bronx and Brooklyn to Expand Access to Financial Services to Underserved New York Communities
New Banking Development Districts Will Be Established in Community District 4 in the Bronx, and Parts of Clinton Hill and Prospect Heights in Brooklyn Under the BDD Program, Spring Bank…