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The Brownsville Collective Volume 2 - “Be blessed to be a blessing”
**Copyright © 2013 THEBROWNSVILLECOLLECTIVE
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July 7, 2014 – August 6h, 2014
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COMMUNITY
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in da Hood?”
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Opportunity
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Community
Board #16
Election
Disgrace
Amidst much confusion and demoralization, the
Community Board says goodbye to “Robert and all
Rules of Order”
As of Tuesday, June 24, 2014; Community Board #16 held their Board Elections for the executive Board member positions. It has again proven that it lacks “rules of order” as defined by the “Robert rules of Order” or any other definition of cooperation as was expressed by the community.
The voting process and the by-laws which govern Community Board #16 have called to question the very essence and purpose of the formulation of the community Board, as a means for open community input.
For starters, the general elections and final nominations for Community Board #16, are left as the last topic to be voted on before summer recess.
CONTINUED ON PAGE 13
$210.5 million goes to NYCHA from the previous and current budgets, $87 million will be applied to violence-reducing measures
Five Key Changes to NYCHA Safety By Azure Gilman | 4
1. LIGHTING
2. SIDEWALK SHEDS
3. EVENING YOUTH PROGRAMS
4. INCREASED POLICE PRESENCE
“Summer All Out” initiative
5. WELLNESS VISITS
(More on page 15)
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Know Your COMMUNITY
PAGE 2
You are in Community Board #16
Viola Greene, District Manager 444 Thomas Boyland, Bklyn, NY 11212
Community Board #16 (718) 385-0323 GENERAL COMMUNITY
BOARD MEETING
**Summer recess** Contact for committee schedules
444 Thomas Boyland
Local: Community Board #16
(718) 385-0323
CITY Councilmember
Darlene Mealy (718) 953-3097 41
st Council District
1757 Union Street, 2nd Floor Brooklyn, NY 11213
Issues *Questions *Comments, “laws” * Funding * Policies or
procedures* Budgeting FOR ALL OF NYC
CITY
LOCAL
Brooklyn Borough President
Brooklyn Borough President
Eric Adams (718) 802-3700
209 Joralemon St, Bklyn NY 11225
STATE Senator
V. Montgomery (718) 643-6140
25TH
Senate District
30 Third Avenue, Bklyn NY 11217
FEDERAL
Congresswoman Yvette Clarke
(718) 287-1142 123 Linden Blvd
Brooklyn, NY 11226
CITY Councilmember
Inez Barron (718) 649-9495 42
st Council District
718 Pennsylvania Ave. Brooklyn, New York 11207
Committee membership rules have now changed. Please call 718-385-0323 for more information
73rd PCT COMMUNITY COUNCIL MEETING Anthony Newerls, President
Contact the 73rd Pct For summer scheduling
(718) 495-5411
73rd PCT COMMUNITY CLERGY MEETING Reverend Acey Pettaway, President
Contact the 73rd Pct.
For summer scheduling (718) 495-5411
BROWNSVILLE BLOTTER
1470 East New York Ave, Bklyn, NY, 11212 (718) 495-5411
Commanding Officer J. Gulotta
$500 R E W A R D Rewards of up to $500,
for the arrest and conviction of anyone who commits
Graffiti Vandalism
$1,000 Reward For info leading to the arrest of
anyone who possesses an ILLEGAL HANDGUN
1 866 GUN-STOP
$2,000 Reward The NYPD/New York City Police
Foundation CRIME STOPPERS Program offers rewards of
up to $2,000 for anonymous information that leads to the
arrest and indictment of a violent felon.
Please call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS, text
"TIP577" (plus your message) to "CRIMES" (274637),
or submit a tip online
The Brownsville Collective
444 Thomas Boyland 2ND
Floor Editor in Chief/ Publisher
Deidre Olivera
Executive Editor
M. Morton Hall
Proof Reader
Gwendolyn Johnson
Event Placement
Treasurer
Earlene Franklin
A Special “Thank You!”
For All of our
Community
Collaborative Submissions
Mosque #7C
Paul Toomer Muhammad
Tahir Muhammad
Brownsville Multi Service center
Brownsville Recreatin Center
Jerry Childs
Citizens committee for NYC
Brownsville Neon Jacquelin Simmons
Tawa Bakary
Vanessa Adames
Community Bd #16 Viola Greene-Walker
Evangelist Gwendolyn Moore
Coalition of Young Professionals Chanel Haliburton
Andrea McCollough
Brooklyn Blizzards Youth
Organization Anthony Newerls
Peacekeepers Tahir, Chaplains Sharon and Douglas, Jesse
Brownsville Community Justice Center James Brodick
District #15 Family Advocate
Paige-Best- Hardy
All of our
Community residents
Congressman Hakeem Jeffries 55 Hanson Place, Suite 603
Brooklyn, NY 11217
(718) 237 - 2211
STATE
State Senator
John Sampson (718) 649-7653 19TH Senate district
1222 East 96th Street, Bklyn, NY 11236
City Agency Concerns: DIAL 311
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YOUTH
IMPORTANT
Brooklyn Prospect Heights Educational Campus
833 Classon Avenue, 11225
Tuesday, July 15 6:30 PM
High School Admissions Family Workshops
Students and families are invited to take part in these interactive workshops to help prepare for the Fall
application season and high school fairs.
Workshop 1: Intro to High School Admissions
• Understand how to find NYC high schools that fit your needs
• Become familiar with the High School Directory
• Get important tips on filling out the high school application
Workshop 2: Specialized High Schools
• Learn about admissions to the nine Specialized High Schools and the Specialized High
Schools Admissions Test
• Hear from a panel of Specialized High School faculty, parents and students
BOROUGH SCHOOL NAME DATE
(2014)
TIME
Manhattan Hunter College (The Kaye Playhouse)
695 Park Avenue, 10065 Enter on 68th
Street
Tuesday, July
22
6:30
PM
Queens Queens College (Kupferberg Center for the
Arts)
65-30 Kissena Blvd, 11367
Thursday, July
24
6:30
PM
Accessibility
Learn more about accessibility and view the list of functionally accessible
schools.
Questions
If you have questions about High School Admissions, please call (718)
935-2399, email [email protected], or visit an
Enrollment Office
Free Public Kayaking
Public Walk-Up & Kayak Polo Days and Times
Thursday, July 10 5:30pm Free Public Kayaking Saturday, July 12 10:00am Free Public Kayaking Sunday, July 13 12:00pm Kayak Polo Youth & Volunteer Focus 1:00pm
Kayak Polo Open, Instruction & Play 2:00pm
Kayak Polo Open Play Thursday, July 17 5:30pm
Free Public Kayaking Saturday, July 19 10:00am
Attention: Teens Aged 15 to 17 DCA is seeking to hire minors between the ages of 15 and 17 for an Undercover Operation Program with the Enforcement Division to curb tobacco sales to minors.
Learn how to apply http://www.nyc.gov/html/dca/downloads/pdf/youth_program_compliance_aide.pdf
Learn more about DCA's efforts to prevent cigarette sales
to minors You must be enrolled in school or a training/employment program in good standing
TOBACCO
ENFORCEMENT
JOB!!!
Brooklyn Bridge Park
Pier 2
Enjoy Summer
Try
something
new
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Youth In Action (GET OUT AND HAVE FUN)
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The Brownsville Collective would like to share the Agency and
contact information for some of the programs that are funded
to provide services to the youth in the surrounding community
Brooklyn Bridge Park - Pier 2
FREE MUSEUM DAYS American Museum of Natural History
Pay What You Wish - always.
Bard Graduate Center Gallery
Free - every Thursday 5-8pm.
Brooklyn Museum
Free - first Saturday of every month 5-11pm. Pay What You Wish - always.
Bronx Museum of the Arts
Free - always.
Children's Museum of Manhattan
Free - first Friday of every month 5-8pm.
David Rubenstein Atrium at Lincoln Center
Free - every Thursday 7:30pm, first Saturday of every month
11am.
El Museo del Barrio
Free - third Saturday of every month, every Wednesday for
seniors. Pay What You Wish - always.
Frick Collection
Pay What You Wish - every Sunday 11am-1pm.
Guggenheim Museum
Pay What You Wish - every Saturday 5:45-7:15pm.
Hispanic Society of America
Free - always.
Jewish Museum
Free - every Saturday, always 18 & under.
Pay What You Wish - every Thursday 5-8pm.
Leslie-Lohman Museum of Gay and Lesbian Art
Free - always Metropolitan Museum of Art
Pay What You Wish - always
Morgan Library and Museum
Free - every Friday 7-9pm.
Museum at Eldridge Street
Free - every Monday.
Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology
Free - always.
Museum of Arts and Design
Pay What You Wish - every Thursday & Friday 6-9pm.
Museum of Chinese in America Free - every Thursday.
Museum of Modern Art
Free - every Friday 4-8pm.
Museum of the City of New York
Pay What You Wish - always.
National Museum of the American Indian
Free - always.
New Museum of Contemporary Art
Pay What You Wish - every Thursday 7-9pm.
Noguchi Museum
PEDAL STOP SUN July 13 | 10 am
Stop by the free rider assistance and information
station from Bike New York where you can get a
drink of water and healthy snack, then pick up safety
instruction, bike maps and route suggestions.
HOPE GARDENS (NYCHA)
422 Central Avenue Brooklyn 11221
Diana Delgado (718) 708-6502
mailto:[email protected]
CAMBA PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE
WORTMAN Avenue (NYCHA)
895 Pennsylvania Avenue Brooklyn 11207
Reginald Murray (718) 649-1371
mailto:[email protected]
GOOD SHEPHERD / GROUNDWORKS SUMNER (NYCHA)
862 Park Avenue Brooklyn 11206
Julie Adegite (718)-919-3938
mailto:[email protected]
ITALIAN AMERICAN CIVIL RIGHTS LEAGUE
Pink (NYCHA)
2702 Linden Boulevard Brooklyn 11208
William William (347) 689-8602
mailto:[email protected]
CAMBA, INC.
Intermediate School 271 (BEACON)
1137 Herkimer Street Brooklyn 11233
Debra Mack-Glasgow (718) 345-5982
mailto:[email protected]
Please feel free to contact the program coordinators and
ask questions about their services and hours of operation!
There’s no excuse to stay home and/or be bored
Tired of the neighborhood? A metrocard and open mind
go a long way!
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APPLICATION CHECK LIST Only complete applications will be reviewed. To ensure that your application is complete, please make sure you have included the following materials:
PART I: Complete Application Form
PART II: Essay
PART III: Official Transcript (except for current 8th graders) and Report Card
PART IV: 3 Letters of recommendation from a science teacher, a math teacher and a Guidance Counselor
PART V: Brain Research Apprenticeships In New York at Columbia (BRAINYAC) (Optional)
PART VI: Parent’s/Guardian’s Endorsement & Academic Transcript Release
PART VII: Parent’s/Guardian Consent Form- Publication, Video, Internet, Local Media, and Use of Personal Information
Financial Documentation (Only for applicants who do not meet the race/ethnicity criteria, see Financial Guidelines attached)
Awards, Certificates, Honors Received (Optional) Mail your application and supporting materials to:
Applications should be mailed to: Damaris Javier Attention: S-PREP Application Office of Diversity and Multicultural Affairs Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons 630 West 168th Street, 3-401 New York, NY 10032
Admission Deadline: Tuesday, July 22, 2014. Should you have questions or concerns regarding the application process, please contact staff
member at (212) 305-4157.
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YOUTH/ internships
Questions about college? Application and admissions procedures? How to
pay for college and how to succeed! http://nyccollegeline.org/search?bor=2
Free Twelve-Day Leadership & Debate Training Program for Female High School and College Students at Hunter College Monday, July 21st - Saturday, July 26th
Monday, July 28th - Saturday, August 2nd
NYC College Line
For more information about
the program, contact:
Amani Gheith at
718.254.7250.
Columbia Pre-Med Program for High School Students from the
NYC area for the 2014-2015 academic Year of the Stte Pre-
College Enrichment Progam (S-PREP)
Students must be a NYC resident who is a minority or
economically disadvantaged in high school grades 9-12
For full information and application link to
the Columbia S-PREP program go to
http://ps.columbia.edu/education/node/1992
APPLICATION DEADLINE IS JULY 22
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Employment
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Airport Guards
Position Description: Security Guard positions within JFK Airport. (Veterans only) Requirements: High School/GED For the full list of requirements, please Register for Services or Log In. Hours per week:* 20 - 40 (Permanent)
Wage:* $15.00 - $19.00 (Hourly)
http://www.nyc.gov/html/sbs/wf1/html/register/interest.shtml
EMPLOYMENT
Annual Salary: $35,000 Location: Manhattan Requirements: Candidate must have 3 - 5 years of maintenance experience. Candidate must possess computer skills in Microsoft Word & Excel and Internet. High School Diploma required.
http://www.nyc.gov/html/sbs/wf1/html/register/interest.shtml
Leader/Supervisor
Annual Salary: $34,000 - $38,000 Location: Long Island City Requirements: High School Diploma and 3 years of contract center experience (preferably in transportation and/or reservations-based center) are required, management experience preferred. Candidate must be proficient in MS Office, possess excellent communication skills, proven leadership skills, ability to multitask.
http://www.nyc.gov/html/sbs/wf1/html/register/interest.shtml
Annual Salary: $34,000 - $38,000 Location: Long Island City Requirements: High School Diploma and 3 years of contract center experience (preferably in transportation and/or reservations-based center) are required, management experience preferred. Candidate must be proficient in MS Office, possess excellent communication skills, proven leadership skills, ability to multitask.
http://www.nyc.gov/html/sbs/wf1/html/register/interest.shtml
Customer Service Rep
Transportation & Warehousing Queens
Position Description: Call center environment. Handle all customer calls and responses. Requirements: High School/GED For the full list of requirements, please Register for Services or Log In. Hours per week:* 40 - 40 (Permanent) Wage:* $12.00 (Hourly)
You Can go to any Public Library and use the
computer to job search or fill out for a job.
Often, there is staff available to help you
VETERANS ONLY
Team Leader/Supervisor
Maintenance Worker/ Purchasing Assistant
Submit Your Resume via workforce one
http://www.nyc.gov/html/sbs/wf1/html/register/interest.shtml
Did you notice that many of the jobs listed only require a H.S. Diploma or GED?
And you can still make up $40,000.
“With God all things are possible” Just keep trying
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EMPLOYMENT
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Vocational Counselor
Health Care & Social Assistance
Location: Queens
Position Description: Manage a large caseload. Complete comprehensive vocational/educational assessment. Assist clients in securing appropriate documentation for employment. Oversee on-site internship program. Assist client in securing and maintaining employment through active job development. Provide employment retention counseling Requirements: Bachelor's For the full list of requirements, please Register for Services or Log In Hours per week:* 30 - 40 (Permanent) Wage:* $15.00 - $20.00 (Hourly)
http://www.nyc.gov/html/sbs/wf1/html/register/interest.shtml
Senior House Manager
Health Care & Social Assistance
Location: Queens
Position Description:
Monitors the therapeutic environment and specific program systems
to ensure security, efficiency, and safety. Responsible for monitoring
and enforcing the treatment services schedule of activities and
additional events. Ensures the coordination and timely departure of
trips by working closely with the program driver. Supervises the
facility to ensure cleanliness, security and safety. Conducts fire and
safety runs throughout the facility. Medication Management. Reviews
selection of client escorts. Distributes carfare for external
appointments. Dispatches vehicles.
Requirements:
Bachelor's
For the full list of requirements, please Register for Services or Log
In.
Hours per week:*
30 - 40 (Permanent)
Wage:*
$18.00 - $22.00 (Hourly)
Case Manager- criminal justice
Health Care & Social Assistance
Location: Queens
Position Description: Responsible to manage the services delivered by the staff to support the contract between Damien Family Care and Samaritan Village to conduct screening activities to assess treatment needs and conduct individual and group counseling sessions to help inmates prepare to enter addiction treatment services post-release from the Vernon C. Bain Correctional facility. The goal of these activities is to coordinate care with management staff and to facilitate effective discharge planning for individuals with addiction treatment needs. Requirements: High School Diploma For the full list of requirements, please Register for Services or Log In. Hours per week:* 30 - 40 (Permanent) Wage:* $15.00 - $18.00 (Hourly)
http://www.nyc.gov/html/sbs/wf1/html/register/interest.shtml
Community Initiatives Manager The Community Initiatives Manager leads BAC’s Creative Coalitions program, a pilot
program that aims to build networks of artists, nonprofits, businesses and residents
in order to build the accessibility and sustainability of the arts in arts underserved
Brooklyn neighborhoods. ..THIS IS A PART TIME POSITION
Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree; Master’s degree preferred • Proficient with MS Word, Excel, google platforms and internet research • Genuine desire to promote arts access in all parts of Brooklyn and to support the development of local artists and nonprofits • Friendly, patient attitude; ability to work well with many different kinds of people Salary and Benefits: This is a part time hourly position with a commitment of approximately 25 hours per week, and a flexible schedule that requires significant time spent at meetings and events in target neighborhoods. The position pays $18-24 an hour, commensurate with experience; monthly unlimited transit check can be taken from earnings pre-tax if desired. This position is funded through calendar year 2015, and likely to be extended beyond that, pending grant funding. Occasional additional work hours on other
BAC projects or events may be offered, but are not required. To Apply: Send resume and cover letter explaining your interest in this position to: [email protected] with “Community Initiatives Manager” in subject line.
http://www.brooklynartscouncil.org/documents/2389
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IMPORTANT HEALTH ISSUES
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BMS MAIN Some of the Services
provided at this location
include: Pediatrics OB/GYN Dermatology
Dentistry Optometry Obesity Reduction &
Education Pre-Natal Care Assistance
Program (PCAP) (addressing low birth weight babies and uninsured mothers)
Reach Out & Read Program
(Pediatric Literacy)
Creating Linkages &
Modifying Behavior (CLiMB) Program (Behavioral Health including Psychology, Psychiatry)
340B Prescription Drug
Program (Discount Pharmaceuticals)
Physical Therapy
BMS GENESIS
Some of the Services
provided at this location
include:
LOW COST--DENTAL
OB/GYN Pediatrics
Adult Medicine
HIV Counseling
Prenatal Care Assistance Program
The BMS Institute for Specialty & Integrative Services @ Bristol
Some of the Services
provided at this location include: Adult Primary Care TB Respiratory Care Pulmonology Podiatry Surgical Consultations Infectious Disease Care Positive Options Program Low & High Intensity Case Management HIV Antibody Testing
Let BMS Family Health Center get
you covered
Gather some of these
documents and come
apply!
Identity/Date of Birth:
Drivers License, Passport, Govt. ID,
Birth Certificate
Proof of Home Address:
Lease, Utility Bill, Rent Receipt
Income:
Unemployment Check, Social
Sec. Pay stubs, etc.
Citizenship:
US Passport, Certificate of
Naturalization, Birth Certificate Immigration:
Green Card, USCIS form I-94, I-210 letter or I-181
592 Rockaway Ave.
(corner of Blake)
Call Raymond
(718) 345-5000 x 1161
Women, Infant & Children’s Program (WIC) is a special supplemental food & nutrition program for low-income pregnant, breastfeeding women, infants & children. WIC provides nutrition education, free nutritious foods, promotes & supports breastfeeding and makes referrals to health care & social service providers.
Brownsville Community Awareness Program (BCAP). Six highly integrated HIV/ AIDS services, including the award-winning Community Follow-up Program Low & High Intensity Case Management, Education & Outreach, Referrals, Partner Notification.
The BMS Life & Wellness Center, Joseph K. Francois Pavilion.
408 Rockaway Ave Brooklyn, NY, 11212 phone: (718) 345-6366
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Community Events
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Friday, July 11th
at 2pm
Pre - oldtimers show Rosetta Gaston (460 Dumont corner of Powell)
Saturday, July 12 at 3PM
BRC GOSPEL SHOW
Monday, July 14th
at 5pm
Pre - old timers show Rockaway and Livonia
The Brownsville Multi
Service Center is one of the Biggest supporters of the
Brownsville community!
With a host of qualified physicians and staff,
they continue to set the Gold standard for providing Quality healthcare to the
residents!
This is sure to be a “don’t miss event!”
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Grants / Opportunities
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Grant Guidelines – Youth Grant Opportunities
The Charles Hayden Foundation makes contributions only to institutions that
serve children and youth ages 5 to 18 from the City of Boston and metropolitan
New York. Priority is given to applicants from New York City and the city of
Boston. Metropolitan New York is defined as New York City, and, in New
Jersey, primarily the city of Newark. Grants are also made to institutions that
support youth activities outside these areas when a substantial majority of the
youth served comes from within the Foundation's defined geographic catchment
areas.
Apply here: http://www.charleshaydenfoundation.org/register.php
LaGuardia Community College Home To Work Program:
LaGuardia Community College is now recruiting for the Home to Work Program.
The Home to Work Program offers free computer skills training, customer service
training and assistance with job placement for all displaced homemakers. The term
"displaced homemaker" means an individual who has worked in the home,
providing unpaid household services for family members; is not gainfully
employed; has had, or would have difficulty in securing employment; and has been
dependent on the income of another family member but is no longer supported by
such income, or has been dependent on federal assistance but is no longer
eligible for such assistance, or is supported as the parent of minor children by
government assistance or spousal support.
Please call Ms. Jarvis @ 718-482-5171 to make an appointment
Culinary Arts Training Program
Program (CATP) offers 6-months of classroom and internship training in the food service industry to formerly homeless adults with histories of addiction. Students learn basic cooking theory and food preparation in our teaching kitchen. Internships at local restaurants and corporate dining services equip students with on the job experience. In 2001, we added a baking and pastry training track to enhance graduates' marketability. Upon graduation, we help students to find jobs in the food service industry. Train 150 students each year, and over 85% of graduates have been placed in jobs since the program's inception. Despite their pasts, our graduates keep their jobs attwice the rate as the industry average. See what the Clem Richardson of the Daily News wrote about the Culinary Arts ProgramNY1 - Project Renewal's Culinary Arts Training Program named New Yorker of the Week We are currently accepting applications for the 76th class cycle of the Culinary Arts Training Program. Please contact Allie Cabibbo for student enrollment! Allie Cabibbo Recruitment Agent Culinary Arts Training Program Project Renewal, Inc. 333 Bowery NY, NY 10003 212.533.8400 ext. 171
No High School Diploma Needed
<http://www.projectrenewal.org/catp/>
Turn Your Creative Passion into an Online Business
Why not sell your unique creations to the world and earn more
income? How many times have you thought about selling your custom-
made jewelry or decorative home items to complete strangers? If your
friends and family are already customers, you're probably on to
something big.
Don't miss another sales opportunity! Apply today for an upcoming
session of the NYC Craft Entrepreneurship Program hosted at
Workforce1 Centers locations across the City. Classes start in late
July. We will also be offering classes in Spanish this round in the Bronx
and Brooklyn.
http://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/1668109/NYC-Craft-
Entrepreneurship-Program-2014-Q3
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The Word on the street is that …
A draft letter was sent out to the public stating that Congresswoman Yvette Clarke is supporting Latrice Walker
for State Assembly , and things seem to be pretty quiet when it comes to Tony Herbert, Anthony Jones and Uncle
Roy.
Brooklyn Borough President, Eric Adams is supporting Councilwoman Darlene Mealy’s
Candidate, Ineisha Wiliford for State Assembly, and Councilwoman Mealy is supporting Jesse Hamilton
, who is the Borough Presidents pic for State Senator.
Aside from that … we have to congradulate both Lori Boozer Candidate for State Assembly and Jesse Hamilton, Candidate
for Senate on their recent endorsements from the
Property Workers Union 32BJ SEIU(among others)!
For Your Information
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CANDIDATES CORNER
THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW.
BROWNSVILLE – THE REAL “GAME OF THRONES”
Lori Boozer Jesse Hamilton
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TRUTH
What is the HOLY MONTH OF RAMADAN?
Muslims around the world anticipate the arrival of the holiest month of the year. During Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, Muslims from all continents unite in a period of fasting and spiritual reflection. (from sun up to sun down June 28- July 27th)
Muslims are called upon to use this month to re-evaluate their lives in light of Islamic guidance. We
are to make peace with those who have wronged us, strengthen ties with family and friends, do
away with bad habits -- essentially to clean up our lives, our thoughts, and our feelings. The Arabic
word for "fasting" (sawm) literally means "to refrain" - and it means not only refraining from food
and drink, but from evil actions, thoughts, and words.
During Ramadan, every part of the body must be restrained. The tongue must be restrained from
backbiting and gossip. The eyes must restrain themselves from looking at unlawful things. The hand
must not touch or take anything that does not belong to it. The ears must refrain from listening to
idle talk or obscene words. The feet must refrain from going to sinful places. In such a way, every
part of the body observes the fast.
Therefore, fasting is not merely physical, but is rather the total commitment of the person's body
and soul to the spirit of the fast. Ramadan is a time to practice self-restraint; a time to cleanse the
body and soul from impurities and re-focus one's self on the worship of God.
Ramadan is a period of fasting, reflection, devotion, generosity and sacrifice observed by Muslims around the world. While major holidays of other faiths have largely become commercialized events, Ramadan retains its intense spiritual meaning.
The word "Ramadan" comes from the Arabic root word for "parched thirst" and "sun-baked ground." It is expressive of the hunger and thirst felt by those who spend the month in fasting. As opposed to other holidays, when people often indulge, Ramadan is by nature a time of sacrifice.
Through fasting, a Muslim experiences hunger and thirst, and sympathizes with those in the world who have little to eat every day.
Through increased devotion, Muslims feel closer to their Creator, and recognize that everything we have in this life is a blessing from Him.
Through increased charity, Muslims develop feelings of generosity and good-will toward others. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) once said, "A man's wealth is never diminished by charity."
Through self-control, a Muslim practices good manners, good speech, and good habits.
Through changing routines, Muslims have a chance to establish more healthy lifestyle habits -- particularly with regards to diet and smoking.
Through family and community gatherings, Muslims strengthen the bonds of brotherhood and sisterhood, in their own communities and throughout the world.
Ramadan is a very special time for Muslims, but the feelings and lessons we experience should stay with us throughout the year. In the Qur'an, Muslims are commanded to fast so that they may "learn self-restraint" (Qur'an 2:183). This restraint and devotion is especially felt during Ramadan, but we all must strive to make the feelings and attitudes stay with us during our "normal" lives. That is the true goal and test of Ramadan.
May Allah accept our fasting, forgive our sins, and guide us all to the Straight Path. May Allah bless us all during Ramadan, and throughout the year, with His forgiveness, mercy, and peace, and bring us all closer to Him and to each other.
The lessons learned during Ramadan should last throughout the whole year
By Huda
Aboutislam.com
We would like to thank Brother Paul Muhammad of Mosque #7c for taking the time to share his wisdom of Ramadan.
Want to learn more? You can visit Brother Paul at the
Mosque #7c Sundays Starting 11:00am 202 Pennsylvania Ave, Brooklyn NY 11207. (718) 342-1900
To properly greet a Muslim during Ramadan, one may say…
“Ramadan Mubarak” means Ramadan is blessed because the Quran descended in it. “Ramadan Kareem” means Ramadan is a generous month when it comes to Hasanat and rewards. Both are used all over the Arab world.
It is said that “when the month of Ramadan starts, the gates of heaven are open and the gates of hell are closed and the devils are chained”
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(Cont’d from front page) The elections are held on the very last day before the board breaks for summer recess. This leaves little to no room for residents to address concerns. As an introduction as to how
Community Board #16 and the
Committees are structured:
The Board Chairperson hand picks all of the chairpersons, INCLUDING
THE NOMINATING COMMITTEE
for the executive Board.
The Board Chair is also the Chairperson for Land Use and
Planning Board (whose meetings are
undisclosed to the general community)
The 1st Vice President, Genese Morgan, is also Chairperson for the
Economic Development Committee.
Ms. Pamela Junior is also an executive
Board member and is chairperson for
the Women.
As such, one of the members requested
that the nominees be allowed to
introduce themselves and their
platforms anew. This time was allotted
by the chair, but was soon
overshadowed by Mrs. Okaebu, a
nominating committee member.
She began to rant and berate the
challenger for the Chairperson seat,
Ms. Pamela Junior, and attempted to
garner support from the other members
by yelling that Ms. Junior didn’t have
a right to be on the board because she did not live in Brownsville. Although
Ms. Junior explained that she had been
in Brownsville all of her life, has
helped to develop Brownsville as
executive Board member for various
Brownsville organizations, and was
appointed by the Borough Office; Mrs.
Okaebu was allowed to continue
commandeering the microphone and
erroneously conveyed to the other
members that Ms. Junior could not serve on the executive board because
she wasn’t a resident
Mrs. Genese Morgan was next for her
opportunity to say why she would be a good candidate, and was promptly
called on the matter of her
organization. Ms. Okaebu, stated that
she was in a conflict of ethics. It has
been stated on various occasions that
Ms. Morgan was the 1st Vice Chair,
Understanding
Community Boards – Part One COMMUNITY BOARDS (CBS) & CITY GOVERNMENT
New Yorkers elect the Mayor, Borough Presidents, City Council Members, Public Advocate, and Comptroller. These officials are collectively responsible for overseeing City government, either directly or through their appointees. The City Charter defines the authority of each official or body, including community boards, and the relationships among them.
THE MAYOR// Bill DiBlasio
The Mayor is the City's chief executive officer, setting the agenda for the City and its finances and appointing Deputy Mayors and heads of agencies to carry out policies. With regard to community boards, the Mayor ensures that City agencies cooperate with community boards in all matters affecting local services and complaints, proposes the level of financial support for community boards, and provides general assistance as needed
THE CITY COUNCIL// D. Mealy
The City Council is NYC's legislative body. There are 51 elected members, one from each council district. Besides enacting legislation, the City Council approves the City's budget and has oversight powers for the activities of City agencies. Council Members are closely involved with community boards in the districts they represent and serve as members of their boards' District Service Cabinets.
THE BOROUGH PRESIDENT//
Eric Adams
The Borough President appoints the members of community boards for two-year terms, reviews and makes recommendations on ULURP (Uniform Land Use Review Procedure) applications, maintains planning and budget offices, administers training to community board members and serves as chairperson of the Borough Board and Borough Service Cabinet
and Economic Development Committee
Chair, at the time that she started and
operated the “ Ocean Hill Brownsville
Neighborhood Improvement
Association,” and had secured land and
other favors with the New York City
Economic Development Corporation
and the Brownsville Partnership. The land was said to be retail shops placed
for profit and for a fee. Ms. Morgan
made several attempts to explain the
process of violating ethics, and assert
her correct standing while she was
being verbally attacked.
Much to the surprise of the residents,
Ms. Junior requested that the Chair
please take back the floor and regain
order, and was told “no,”.
Other candidates, such as Lamont
Carolina, were also called back to the
floor to be berated by Mrs. Okaebu, as
to his validity of qualifications as well.
After quite a rocky start, the general
board members were provided with a
“slate” of selected names from the
Nominating committee. Not
surprisingly, the persons had selected
the current Chairperson of the Board,
Ms Kollack-Wallace, who had selected
them to serve on the nominating
committee (try to keep up) and other committees, to be selected as
Chairperson for another term. Rest
assured, the complexity of “all roads
leading to Oz” is interesting, to say the
least.
As the voting proceeded, the members
were individually called by name, to
publicly say if they would vote for the
current Chairperson. Many members
expressed that they were apprehensive
to vote against Ms. Kollock-Wallace
because she had appointed them to the
various committees.
When it was time to call the names for
the vote, members pointed out that the
voting process was not clear when the
voting moved from candidate to
candidate without clarity. They were
then told by the executive board that they should have read the bylaw
beforehand if they didn’t know what
was going on.
Questions and objections ricocheted from the floor regarding quorum, count
and the omission of names that were
present and not called on to vote.
A new member stated that “she had just
gone to orientation and had not yet had
a chance to read the bylaws.” She also
stated that her name wasn’t called, and
asked if there was something that could
be done to positively affect the voting
while expressing her discouragement
with the current meeting.
Others objected and requested to take
back their vote, because they were lead
to believe that the voting had moved on
to another candidate. Mrs. Kollock –
Wallace continued to instruct the process
to proceed and interjected at will. The
Nominating Committee Chairperson,
Prince Isaachar asserted that the vote
was final and could not be changed.
Much to his credit, Senator John
Sampson made an whole hearted attempt
to put order back into the process by
explaining that “there should have been an open quorum count. The process of
voting should be clearly explained, and
at the end of the vote, the number in
favor of a candidate should be clearly
stated.” This would, as he pointed out,
clarify if the voting needed to proceed to
another candidate.
Again, the executive Board stated the
election process would proceed as it was,
much to the very vocal discontent and
objection of the board members and
community.
Many of the members left and some of
the remaining members pointed out that
they did not have enough members to
proceed with voting on the slate.
The voting proceeded anyway.
With a community already plagued with
a variety of issues, common in inner city
communities, this was another
demoralizing blow to the community.
The look on the faces of the people as
they exited out of the meeting, spoke
volumes regarding the frustrations that a
struggling community encounters as they
strive for progression.
Some stated they would be contacting
the Borough Presidents office and would
like the elections to be re-held in a fair
manner.
Almost all expressed that the board may
very well be suited for the positions that
they fought so hard to obtain, but merely
desire that the “rules of order” could
testify to their victory
Deidre Olivera Douglas
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Five Key Changes to NYCHA Safety City & State highlights five of the key components to the public housing safety initiative: By Azure Gilman | 1. LIGHTING
Work will begin on Monday to install new lighting in housing developments to deter criminals who, literally, hide in the shadows. More than 150 light towers will be rolled out over the next few months, after which a more long-term lighting design process will begin, with a particular focus on the perimeter of the developments. Toward the end of the press conference, de Blasio was asked about what will happen if and when vandals break the new lights. “The police presence will help keep it intact and strong. If there are any problems, we’re going to replace it,” he said. Assistant Chief Gomez added that many of the developments had cameras to catch perpetrators.
2. SIDEWALK SHEDS The new initiative promises to focus on removing “sidewalk sheds”—scaffolding that has not been taken down—which would-be criminals use as hideouts. Nearly 11 miles of shed will be removed by next spring. $50 million will be used for additional safety improvements, including security cameras.
3. EVENING YOUTH
PROGRAMS More than 107 community centers that are focused on youth programing for children between the ages of 5 and 17 will be open until at least 11 p.m., from July 7 to August 29, as a way to keep kids out of trouble. De Blasio pointed out that this increase marks the first time in 30 years that the centers will stay open so
FREE and Confidential Clinics
The Health Department provides free and confidential clinics that test for HIV
and other sexually transmitted diseases.
BROOKLYN STD CLINICS
BROOKLYN
Crown Heights 1218 Prospect Place (at Troy Ave.) 2nd Flr.
Brooklyn, NY 11213
Travel: By bus take the B65 heading to Ocean Hill-Brownsville;
get off at Dean St & Troy Ave. From downtown Bklyn take the
B51 at Smith St.; then transfer at the B65
By train station to 1218 Prospect Pl at Troy take the 4 train. Get
off at Utica Ave.; walk 10 minutes or take the bus. Map Monday thru Friday — 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Services: STD Services for those patients presenting symptoms or
at risk of exposure, Emergency Contraception, HIV Counseling
and Rapid Testing
Intake closes at noon every last Wednesday of each month for
a mandatory staff meeting.
Fort Greene
295 Flatbush Ave. Extension, 2nd Flr.
(corner of Willoughby St.; near Fulton Mall & Long Island U.)
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Travel:#2, #3, #5 trains to Nevins Ave.;
N, R, D trains to Dekalb Ave. Map
**Note: Select Map of 295 Flatbush Ave. Extension Tuesday thru Saturday — 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Services: STD Services for those patients presenting symptoms or
at risk of exposure, Emergency Contraception, HIV Counseling
and Rapid Testing
Services: HIV Counseling and Rapid Testing
Patients are seen on a first come, first served basis. No appointment is necessary. People in need of primary care (including a routine STD checkup) will be referred to low/no cost services. The number of patients admitted to each clinic depends on the number of clinician hours per day, which is different in each site each day. Thus, we may at times, need to halt patient intake earlier then 3 p.m.
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late. Police officers will be stationed at the centers until closing time. The mayor’s office estimates that this initiative will help keep approximately 18,000 children safe.
4. INCREASED POLICE PRESENCE
An additional 700 officers will be deployed to NYCHA’s 15 aforementioned targeted housing developments throughout the city. Assistant Chief Gomez, however, reserved the right to maintain a fluid force and move the officers as he sees fit. “If we see conditions change or crime spikes … we will certainly attend to them,” Gomez said. Those additional officers are available in part as a result of the NYPD's “civilianization process"—part of its Fiscal Year 2015 plan to hire 200 civilian officers, and move 200 police officers off of desk-duty. That plan, however, is still in the infant stages, so in the meantime 101 NYCHA officers will be coming from from the Police Academy’s new graduating class of 600 cadets. Gomez also cited the “Summer All Out” initiative, which began
Monday, as a potential source of
additional officers.
5. WELLNESS VISITS The police will take part in “wellness visits” to residents who are recent crime victims, elderly victims, accident victims or domestic violence victims to make sure that they have proper services and referrals. “We believe this will promote and foster good relationships with the residents that we serve,” Assistant Chief Gomez said. When asked about how the police were being trained for such duties, de Blasio interjected that the new academy graduates are taught with a much greater focus on working with community members and “gaining a trustful, positive relationship.” Domestic violence, which is high in housing developments, is a major priority to address, and there will be grassroots team is dedicated to outreach and
education about the concern.
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