Konnichiwa, MUJI! The popular Japanese-based retail store opened its first location in Queens this morning inside Flushing’s Tangram Mall. I was excited to welcome them to our community as the newest member of one of NYC’s most vibrant commercial districts. Best of luck to them!
We need to think creatively about every opportunity to build more housing. A proposal by @SpeakerMenin to develop housing on top of public libraries will expand our supply while also strengthening community institutions. https://t.co/xEfJOWAmBE
I had a great time celebrating with the @NYPD109Pct Precinct Community Council at their annual barbecue last night. Congratulations to Officers Mirabile and Donnelly and Auxiliary Lt. Cheung on their awards in recognition of their outstanding work keeping our communities safe!
There is a heat advisory in effect for NYC today and tomorrow. If you need to escape the heat, cooling centers are open across the five boroughs. You can find one near you here: https://t.co/1MMXGnLdZg
Are you having a housing-related issue you need assistance with? Representatives from the Department of @nychousing will be in my office next week on Tuesday, June 16, offering one-on-one consultations. Walk-ins are welcome, appointments are accepted by calling (718) 888-8747.
It didn’t take us long to distribute 120 bags of compost to Flushing ‘green thumbs’ in Kissena Park this morning. Subscribe to my weekly newsletter to stay informed about future giveaways and other community events: https://t.co/tiql2fp0eS
Your best chance of surviving a breast cancer diagnosis is early detection. If it has been more than one year since your last mammogram, you can get a free breast cancer screening when the Mammogram Bus visits my district office on June 24. Call to make an appointment.
The report recommends the swift implementation of my legislation that requires @helloDCWP to create tourist-focused consumer protection materials that was passed into law last month. We need to ensure that New York remains a welcoming and enjoyable destination for everyone.
As we prepare to welcome soccer fans from around the globe for the World Cup, I joined @SpeakerMenin and my colleagues for the release of a report by the @NYCCouncil OID detailing the deceptive practices that unscrupulous actors use to prey on visitors to our city.
What a fantastic turnout at our bike helmet giveaway in Kissena Park this weekend! Thank you to our partners at @NYC_DOT for helping make this event a success. If you picked up a new helmet, make sure to wear it every time you ride this summer.
Crews from @ConEdison are working to restore power to areas of Flushing and Fresh Meadows after last night's storm. If you are affected, you can check on the status of your restoration here: https://t.co/AOcmjZ5azH
Whether you're riding a bike for fun, exercise or commuting, safety should always come first. I’m partnering with @NYCDOT for a FREE bike helmet giveaway TOMORROW in Kissena Park. If you or someone in your family needs a helmet, stop by and pick one up while supplies last.
Whether you're riding a bike for fun, exercise or commuting, safety should always come first. I’m partnering with @NYCDOT for a FREE bike helmet giveaway this Saturday in Kissena Park. If you or someone in your family needs a helmet, stop by and pick one up while supplies last.
Take the first steps to becoming a citizen or get help finishing the process at a Citizenship Drive I am co-hosting this Saturday in Elmhurst with @CUNYCitizenship, @CMShekarK & CM @tiffany_caban. Reach out today to make an appointment!
Thanks to Alliance of Asian American Friends for inviting me to take part in the Dragon Boat Gourmet & Cultural Festival last Sunday. Events like this allow people to celebrate their cultural roots, as well as let others experience the richness and diversity of Asian heritage.
The Flushing Library is reopening to the public tomorrow at 10 AM. Thanks to the @qplnyc team for doing their best to keep the closure as short as possible.
Reminder: after a short closure for critical safety improvements, Flushing Library (41-17 Main Street) will reopen for public service on Thursday, June 4 at 10AM.
We thank you for your patience and understanding as we continue to improve our libraries.
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