BP Diaz Asks Mayor to Support Soundview Ferry Pilot
Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. has written a letter to Mayor Bill de Blasio, asking the mayor to support a three-year pilot program for ferry service in Soundview. “History…
Archived press releases and statement from past years.
Appellate Court Decides in Favor of FreshDirect
Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. is praising today’s decision of the New York State Supreme Court, Appellate Division, First Department in the matter of South Bronx Unite!, et al…
Testimony of Borough President Diaz Before the City Council’s Transportation Committee
Since the award of a federal grant from the United States Department of Transportation in 2010, the South Bronx community has worked intensively with city agencies, including our office, to…
Borough President Diaz Hosted Annual Women’s History Month Celebration
On Thursday, March 20, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. and his wife Hilda hosted their annual Women’s History Month Celebration at the New York Botanical Gardens. Among those honored…
Borough President Diaz Releases Waterfront Report
Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. has released a new report outlining the positive effects the future redevelopment of the Special Harlem River Waterfront District will have on The Bronx.…
Statement from Borough President Diaz Re: Paid Sick Leave Legislation
“Today, Mayor de Blasio took a bold step forward for the people of this City by signing the amended ‘paid sick leave’ legislation into law. This new law will provide…
Statement from Borough President Diaz RE: Passing of Sister Thomas
“I am saddened by the passing of a woman who spent most of her life dedicated to serving our community, Sister Thomas. ‘“Sister Thomas always did God’s work outside the…
Bronx Borough President and Citymeals Executive Director Deliver Meals to Homebound Elderly in the Bronx
“March for Meals” Puts a Spotlight on Food Insecurity Among the Aging Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. and Beth Shapiro, Executive Director of Citymeals-on-Wheels, took The Bronx by foot today…
Statement from Borough President Diaz RE: DREAM Act fails in New York State Senate
“I am incredibly disheartened that the State Senate failed to pass the DREAM Act for New York State last night. This was a critical piece of legislation that would have…
As USPS Moves Ahead with the Sale of the Historic Bronx Post Office, Gillibrand Urges USPS to Meet with the Bronx Community Before Choosing a Winning Bid
Senator Presses for Space That Benefits the Community, Strengthens the South Bronx Local Economy Gillibrand: “The Voices of Bronx Residents Must Be Heard” Bronx, NY – As the United States…