Today, New York City enters Phase
4 of reopening. Industries that will be able to reopen include;
Professional Sports (WITHOUT fans), low-risk Outdoor Arts &
Entertainment, and Media Production may resume, while following
necessary protocols to keep both workers, and patrons safe. It is
critical that all industries follow the guidelines put in place, as
COVID-19 remains very much a threat to the health and well-being of our
City.
To that end, indoor dining, and
indoor cultural institutions will not be permitted to reopen. Looking at
the data, we see that although New York City is on track to continue
effectively combating the spread of COVID-19, a majority of our country
is suffering the worst battle against COVID-19 we have experienced since
the virus' onset. On July 17, the United States reported over 75,000
cases in one day. We are currently reporting the highest number of
COVID-19 cases worldwide, with approximately 3.9 million cases having
been reported.
In New York City, we experienced
some of the greatest tragedy through the wrath of this virus. While we
must move forward with cautious optimism, we also must never forget what
we lost, and the hard work it took to begin experiencing a down-trend
in community spread. Our work is not complete, and it is up to each and
every New Yorker to do their part in preventing another uptick in cases.
If this virus and ensuing tragedy
and chaos has proven anything, it's that New Yorkers are not only
tough, but we're always #StrongerTogether.
Please remember to take a look at
the resources we've provided below for Phase 4 reopening, as well as
information on today's Heat Advisory and various programs that are
committed to keeping New Yorkers cool!
Yours in Service,
Laurie A. Cumbo
Majority Leader, New York City Council
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⚠️ Today, #Phase4 of Reopening began.
✅ Outdoor arts & entertainment may
resume at 33% capacity.
❌ Indoor arts & entertainment remain closed.
✅ Media production may resume with proper
protocols in place.
✅ Professional sports may resume, WITHOUT fans.
❌ Indoor dining remains prohibited.
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It’s going to be another HOT day in #NYC. A Heat Advisory remains in effect until 8 pm. Heat index values are expected
to reach 103 degrees!
Cooling centers will be open throughout NYC. Visit ⬇️
 ️ 311
➡️ Video Relay: (212)-639-9675
➡️ TTY: (212)-504-4115
Let’s #BeatTheHeat together, District 35!
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The city is committed to keeping #NYers
cool this Summer!
Right now, the #GetCool program is providing low-income seniors with free air conditioners.
If you are eligible and would like to apply, or have questions/concerns ⬇️
️ 311
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#CoolIT
is making our streets cooler, including an expansion to the program
that adds spray caps to fire hydrants in certain neighborhoods!
To find all of your Cool It! resources, visit ⬇️
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BIPOC Mental Health Month
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July is BIPOC Mental Health Month!
"Continuous exposure to
violence via media and news reports can and does take a serious toll on
mental health—especially for Black people. It amplifies the collective
unease and distress felt in Black communities around the country,
resulting in stress, increased heart rate and blood pressure, muscle
tension, migraines, sleeplessness, and feelings of sadness, anger, fear,
and hopelessness, Candice Hargons, PhD, director of the Center for Healing Racial Trauma, told Women's Health."
Read the full article from
Women's Health Magazine here.
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"Remembering John Lewis, a Civil Rights Icon;"
Readers pay tribute to a man one calls “this nation’s conscience.” Click here to read the Opinion piece in the NYT.
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I'm rarely nervous or at a loss for words but meeting The Congressman John Lewis was one of those rare and special moments.
Congressman
Lewis was a guest lecturer at the Brooklyn Public Library in 2015 to
discuss his award winning graphic novel trilogy. It was a particularly
interesting conversation because the trilogy is inspired by a 1950s
comic book that was edited by Dr. King that inspired him to join the
struggle.
Congressman
Lewis reminds us that the impossible is so possible with focus,
sacrifice, courage and patience. His passing marks the end of an era. He
was one of the greats who demonstrated exemplary leadership way before
he entered Congress. He will be missed.
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Rest
In Peace to a national treasure, Congressman John Lewis. Born on
February 21, 1940 in Alabama, he was a civil rights icon known for
putting his body on the line for justice, freedom, and dignity.
We thank you for your optimism and perseverance. There are many lessons you’ve left behind for us all.  🏽
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TONIGHT AT 7:30 PM!
A Conversation about Social Justice and Empowering
Yourself by Voting and Being Counted in the Census.
Listen and learn from two experts in in the battle for
social justice who will be discussing how you can empower
yourself and your community by registering to vote, filling
out the 2020 census form, checking black on the Census
form and becoming active in local causes that will improve your life and your community. Colvin Grannum, Esq., CEO
of the Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation and
Lurie Daniel-Favors, Esq., Interim Executive Director and
General Counsel for the Medgar Evers Center for Law and Justice(CLSJ) will discuss how to mobilize and capitalize
on the growing battle for equal rights for citizens of color.
CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE EVENT!
#BKCounts #GetCountedNYC
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Food Pantry/Distribution Update
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Meal Hubs will remain open throughout
the Summer!
Any New Yorker who wants one can get three free meals
a day at more than 400 Meal Hubs across the city.
or locate a #KosherMealHub near you from
the updated list.
No registration, ID or documentation required.
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Mayor
Bill de Blasio, DOT Commissioner Polly Trottenberg and Lyft announced
today that Citi Bike recently achieved its 100 millionth ride and will
install its 1,000th station in New York City since the system's launch
in May 2013.
Watch the 7/20 update now!
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"We
did the impossible as New Yorkers - we stepped up and conquered the
COVID-19 virus and now we have to protect the progress that we have
made," Governor Cuomo said. "One of the main threats to our progress is the number of congregations that
we're seeing across the state, but especially in downstate, primarily
of
young people, and we saw it again over the weekend. It is a problem,
and I'm telling you in plain New York speak that it's stupid and it has
to stop. This not just morality, these restaurants and
bars are breaking the law and they are going to make it bad for
everyone else because if this continues we're going to have to roll
back the reopening plan and close all bars and restaurants.
ECLECTICALLY BLACK NEWS BLOG:
I'm weighing in on what Laurie said - unless you are trying to outdo
the death tolls in Florida, or unless you are trying to outstupid other
states who have defied common sense and are now suffering the
consequences, you need to get a grip and comply with the rules that
saved your lives to begin with. Wear your face masks, maintain social
distance, maintain sanitary conditions - I've always given New Yorkers
higher marks for having more intelligence and ingenuity than any other
state in the US - It's why we're the go-to place for most of the
intelligent, creative people from all over the world -
This
past year we set records on having the highest number of people
afflicted with COVID19; we set records on how to manage the pandemic;
and we set records on how to come out of it and survive.
So are you now trying to set records on how to shoot yourselves in the foot?
STOP IT!!
NOW THAT YOU KNOW
WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO
ABOUT IT?
Stay Blessed &
ECLECTICALLY BLACK
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