Category Archives: Public safety
COUNCILMAN DOMENIC M. RECCHIA JR. SPONSORS BILL TO REDUCE TOXINS IN CARPETS
“This legislation aims to reduce the amount of VOCs present in carpets sold here in NYC. It is simply common sense that we pass legislation to regulate and reduce the amount of these chemicals found in carpets. As the main … Continue reading
Filed under City Council, New York City, Public safety
Update on Tropical Storm Irene
The mandatory evacuation order will be lifted today at 3:00 PM. Please practice caution when returning to your homes. There is still significant flooding in some areas which make it dangerous to drive through. All bridges have been opened; MTA … Continue reading
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Filed under Advisory, Bensonhurst, Brighton Beach, Bronx, Brooklyn, City Council, Coney Island, Gravesend, Manhattan, MTA, New York City, Public safety, Staten Island
The End of Hurricane Irene
Hurricane Irene, which has been downgraded to a Tropical Storm is now over. There have been damages reported throughout the city, including flooding and down trees. Despite the end of the storm, I continue to urge residents to practice caution … Continue reading
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Filed under Advisory, Bensonhurst, Brighton Beach, Bronx, Brooklyn, Coney Island, Gravesend, MTA, New York City, Public safety, Queens, Staten Island
Power Shutdown
After extensive conversations with Con Edison, I have learned that they may plan to shut down power throughout Coney Island and Gravesend. A shut down will result in loss of service for almost all electronics, including televisions, telephones, and computers. … Continue reading
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Filed under Advisory, Brooklyn, Coney Island, Gravesend, New York City, Public safety
Additional Evacuation Shelter Open
I.S 201/The Dyker Heights School has officially been opened as an evacuation shelter for residents. The school is located at 8010 20th Avenue. I have been working with Assemblyman Alec Brook-Krasny and The Office of Emergency Management to get another … Continue reading
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Filed under Advisory, Brighton Beach, Brooklyn, Coney Island, Manhattan, New York City, Public safety, Queens, Staten Island
Hurricane Irene Progressing into NYC
As this storm makes its way to New York City, it is crucial that all residents stay informed. All evacuation centers are still open and taking in residents. To find a center closest to you, please visit OEM.com NYCHA buildings … Continue reading
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Filed under Advisory, Brighton Beach, Brooklyn, Coney Island, New York City, Public safety
Suspension of Tolls & Fares Throughout NYC
Tolls are already suspended at the Cross Bay Veterans Memorial Bridge and the Marine Parkway-Gil Hodges Memorial Bridge. Starting at 8:00 PM today, the following changes will go into effect: Tolls will be suspended on the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge. Fares will … Continue reading
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Filed under Advisory, Brooklyn, Health, Health advisory, MTA, New York City, Public safety, Uncategorized
Advisory for all New York City Residents
As you all are aware, Hurricane Irene is making her way up the East Coast. The bulk of the storm is scheduled to hit New York City by Saturday night. I encourage ALL residents of Coney Island and Seagate, who … Continue reading
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Filed under Advisory, Brooklyn, Coney Island, Health, Health advisory, New York City, Public safety
Preparing for the arrival of Hurricane Irene
The Office of Emergency Management has been diligently preparing the entire city for the arrival of Hurricane Irene. According to OEM, the Hurricane is making its way up the east coast by way of the Bahamas. The bulk of the … Continue reading
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Filed under Advisory, Brighton Beach, Brooklyn, Coney Island, Health, Health advisory, Manhattan, New York City, Public safety, Queens, Staten Island
Proposed fire company closures
In order to close this year’s budget gap, the Bloomberg administration is proposing the closure of 20 fire companies. We finally got a copy of the list of companies. I put out the following statement in response. When FDNY Commissioner … Continue reading
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Filed under City Council, Finance, Public safety
