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You're invited! The Lincoln Square Business Improvement District will hold its 27th Annual Meeting on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at 9:30am at Lincoln Center's David Rubenstein Atrium on Broadway.
Our guest speakers will be Carl Weisbrod, Senior Advisor at HR&A Advisors, and Deputy Inspector Candida Pun-Sullivan, Commanding Officer of the NYPD 20th Precinct. We will present the annual report and Fiscal Year 2025 budget; elect Directors to the Board; and discuss our organization's recent activities.
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Owners of real property, residential owners (i.e., condo), nonprofit owners, commercial tenants, including those who own or work in a business, and residential tenants (renters or co-op owners) within the boundaries of the Lincoln Square Business Improvement District are eligible to vote. You must RSVP to attend and register in order to vote at the meeting. | |
We look forward to seeing you on May 15! | |
Cafe Aroma Opens in Lincoln Square | |
Cafe Aroma opened last week in Lincoln Square at 1875 Broadway (at W 62nd Street), and it promises much more than just the invigorating scent of coffee. With seating for twenty people, this Lincoln Square newcomer offers a welcoming new space to meet with friends or colleagues over a drink or meal. Make sure you stop ... | |
Warm Weather Fashion in Lincoln Square | |
The warm weather has us reaching into our wardrobes for lighter and brighter clothing. But with a new season arriving, our fashion lineup could probably use a refresh. Luckily, our retailers are showcasing all the latest spring trends and have everything you need to be both fashion-forward and comfortable this season. If ... | |
Celebrate Earth Day in Lincoln Square | |
The first Earth Day was celebrated in the United States on April 22, 1970. The holiday is now well-recognized by nonprofits, businesses, and individuals around the globe; unfortunately, even with increasing awareness about the need to protect our planet, glaciers are melting, temperatures are rising, and greenhouse gas emissions are at ... | |
Bus Stop Removed from West 65th Street | |
The M66 bus stop on W 65th Street, just east of Columbus Avenue in front of Le Pain Quotidien, is being temporarily revoked due to construction. The bus shelter was also removed. A temporary relocation was not established due to the proximity of the previous M66 bus stop, located on W 65th Street at the corner of Broadway, and the following stop, located on W 65th Street at the corner of Central Park West. According to the Department of Transportation’s Bus Stop Management Division, this construction is related to an MTA work order request at 125 Columbus Ave. Click here for planned service changes. | |
New Minimum Pay Rate for App-Based Restaurant Delivery Workers | |
Mayor Adams and New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection Commissioner Mayuga announced that on April 1, the City's minimum pay rate for app-based restaurant delivery workers increased to at least $19.56 per hour before tips. The $19.56 rate reflects the 2024 phase-in rate of $18.96 and an inflation adjustment of 3.15% (up from an average of just $5.39 per hour before enforcement began). Read the press release here. | |
New Rules Allow E-Cargo Bikes as Sustainable Delivery Option | |
On Sunday, April 21, from 10:00am to 2:00pm, visit the Marlene Meyerson JCC (334 Amsterdam at W 76th Street) to recycle e-waste with the Lower East Side Ecology Center and recycle unwanted clothing and textiles with Green Tree Textile Recycling (donate gently used spring and summer clothing). Learn more here. | |
Public Hearing on Perishable Foods and Air Conditioning Penalties | |
The Department of Consumer and Worker Protection is proposing to add rules to implement Local Law 151 of 2023. LL 151 provides civil penalty relief for small businesses from violations issued by the Department. The hearing will take place on Wednesday, May 8, at 11:00am. You can participate via phone or videoconference. Learn more here. | |
1010 WINS Small Business $10K Challenge | |
For over eight years, $200,000 has been awarded to small businesses via the 1010 WINS Small Business $10K Challenge. If your company has up to 100 employees in the New York Metro area, you're eligible to apply. To enter, all you have to do is tell them what you'd do with that $10k, be it relaunching, rebuilding, or expanding your business. Apply today or by 11:59pm on May 12. | |
Older Adult Technology Clinic | |
On Wednesday, May 29, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm at Lincoln Center’s David Rubenstein Atrium (61 W 62nd Street at Broadway), tech coaches and trainers from OATS, Senior Planet/AARP, and DOROT will provide one-on-one help to answer questions about smartphones, laptops, and email software. For an appointment window, call (212) 873-0282. | |
Required Signage in NYC Businesses | |
The State and City require various types of signs to be posted in bars and restaurants. Make sure you have all required signs posted by using this checklist from NYC Small Business Services and NYC Hospitality Alliance. By July 1, all NYC employers must also post the required multilingual Know Your Rights poster where employees can easily see it. Read more about worker rights here. | |
Reminder: All Commercial Waste Must Be Containerized | |
As of March 1, 2024, ALL businesses in NYC must use bins with secure lids when setting out trash for collection. Businesses found to be in violation of the trash container rules will be subject to fines, starting at $50 for a first offense, $100 for a second offense, and $200 for all subsequent offenses. Check out our recent story for details, or learn more on DSNY’s website, including upcoming information sessions to help prepare businesses. | |
Reminder: Outdoor Dining Applications Are Live | |
As of March 5, applications are open for Dining Out NYC. All eligible food service establishments are welcome to apply citywide. Restaurants that are actively participating in the temporary Open Restaurants program need to apply by August 3 in order to continue operating outdoor dining setups. Once their application is approved, outdoor dining setups will need to comply with the permanent Dining Out NYC design requirements within 30 days. An online application, information about the new guidelines, and resources available to help can be found at http://www.nyc.gov/diningoutnyc. Businesses can call (212) 839-4500 with any questions. | |
Traffic Advisories from DOT | |
We Wish All Who Celebrate a Very Happy Passover! | | | | |
