By: 6:30 am on May 5 Permits have been filed for a six-story residential building at 285 Bonner Place in Concourse Village Located near the intersection of Bonner Place and Morris Avenue the lot is closest to 161 Street-Yankee Stadium subway station Meer Ahmed is listed as the owner behind the applications The proposed 56-foot-tall development will yield 29,057 square feet designated for residential space most likely condos based on the average unit scope of 1,162 square feet The masonry-based structure will also have a cellar Badaly Architects is listed as the architect of record Demolition permits will likely not be needed as the lot is vacant An estimated completion date has not been announced Subscribe to YIMBY’s daily e-mail Follow YIMBYgram for real-time photo updates Like YIMBY on Facebook Follow YIMBY’s Twitter for the latest in YIMBYnews Why not make this into a much-need community park As I obviously write to blind eyes about the The Bronx St to Mosholu Parkway is the West Bronx neighborhood ga('send', 'event', 'beautyofblock', 'Impression', 'https://newyorkyimby.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Standard_336x280-100-2.jpg', { nonInteraction: true }); ADVERTISEMENT ga('send', 'event', 'PCRichards Builders Division', 'Impression', 'https://newyorkyimby.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PCR_Beko_Compact_YIMB_336x280.jpg', { nonInteraction: true }); ga('send', 'event', 'yimby+', 'Impression', 'https://newyorkyimby.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/image.png', { nonInteraction: true }); Follow on Instagram var sb_instagram_js_options = {"font_method":"svg","placeholder":"https:\/\/www.newyorkyimby.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/instagram-feed\/img\/placeholder.png","resized_url":"https:\/\/www.newyorkyimby.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sb-instagram-feed-images\/","ajax_url":"https:\/\/www.newyorkyimby.com\/wp-admin\/admin-ajax.php"}; © COPYRIGHT New York YIMBY® LLC YIMBY IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF NIKOLAI FEDAK / NEW YORK YIMBY LLC Every product is independently selected by editors Things you buy through our links may earn Vox Media a commission Conway — the late ornithologist who’s largely responsible for reimagining the Bronx Zoo as the conservation-minded institution we know today — had his upper lip bitten halfway off by a king vulture it didn’t put anyone there off the vulture business because the zoo has gone to significant lengths to breed a new one this tiny as-yet-unnamed creature in the fluffy white feather shrug looks fully prepared for the Raptor Met Gala He or she — nobody’s sure till a DNA test is done — is the offspring of two birds who were fixed up on their first date here in the Bronx The father is 55 years old and arrived at the zoo in 2018; the mother who arrived not too long after she was hatched “so compatibility of the pairing is vital for successful nesting.” In order for the chick to have normal bird relationships later in life the curators do not want it to get the idea that a human is its parent That is tricky when people are the ones doing the feeding (Another adult king vulture is housed next to the baby But she’s “not an experienced mother,” he adds and therefore “would be unlikely to display any maternal behavior toward another pair’s offspring.”) Over the years have figured out a peculiar but effective solution to that conundrum: A zookeeper does the feeding with a hand puppet that looks like an adult bird (The same technique has helped bring back the California condor taking special pains to get the puppet’s proportions and colors right a faux vulture brings the real vulture a few morsels of dead rodent that fluffball will get a lot bigger and be around for a long time Adult king vultures can have a six-and-a-half-foot wingspan and the oldest known one is nearly 73 and still going Password must be at least 8 characters and contain: you’ll receive occasional updates and offers from New York with an address in Bronx Park East south of the Parkside Housing Project was last seen leaving his home on Thursday As eported the NYPD is also asking for the public’s help locating a 24-year-old man reported missing from the Allerton section of The Bronx who was last seen leaving his home on Sunday Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. 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View current print edition Click here to read our disclaimer >> By: 6:30 am on May 3 Permits have been filed for a nine-story residential building at 1779 West Farms Road in Crotona Park East Located between the Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road and East 174th Street the lot is closest to the 174th Street subway station is listed as the owner behind the applications The proposed 85-foot-tall development will yield 51,389 square feet designated for residential space most likely rentals based on the average unit scope of 676 square feet The masonry-based structure will also have a 20-foot-long rear yard Yuriy Menzak of Menzak Architect is listed as the architect of record Demolition permits have not been filed yet Great to see the investment in redevelopment As long as it doesn’t run everyone out of the hood Follow on Instagram var sb_instagram_js_options = {"font_method":"svg","placeholder":"https:\/\/newyorkyimby.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/instagram-feed\/img\/placeholder.png","resized_url":"https:\/\/newyorkyimby.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sb-instagram-feed-images\/","ajax_url":"https:\/\/newyorkyimby.com\/wp-admin\/admin-ajax.php"}; © COPYRIGHT New York YIMBY® LLC The following is an extended version of the story that appears in our latest edition District 15 City Council Member Oswald Feliz (C.D for residents to gather ideas and explore possibilities for the future use of the old Fordham Library building located at 2556 Bainbridge Avenue in Fordham Manor The building has remained vacant since 2005 and currently falls under the remit of NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) having previously fallen under the responsibility of NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene from 2008 The town hall was held in the relatively “new” Bronx Library Center located at 310 East Kingsbridge Road in Fordham Manor which opened in 2006 to replace the former Fordham Library got heated at one point when it appeared there was a problem with the air conditioning inside the Center’s auditorium “Guerinos against Graffitti.*” The City even held a public hearing in conjunction with DCAS to discuss the latter proposal in 2021 “We are continuing to engage with the local elected officials and community members to determine the best use for this space.” Norwood News previously reported in 2013 that because the structure was designated as eligible for the National Register of Historic Places any changes to it would have to be approved by the state’s historical preservation office if that approval had ever been requested and/or received possible that such a request might be dependent upon first selecting a definitive project for the building.] About two dozen people showed up for the town hall where Feliz discussed some of the issues the building has faced since becoming dormant the building was in very bad shape,” the councilman said “It’s a big priority for me because right now a building with a lot of possibilities has turned into an eyesore The building is always covered in graffiti from top to bottom I have reached out to DSNY (NYC Department of Sanitation) millions of times and they have cleaned up the graffiti only for a week later He continued, “But even more than that, it turned into a garbage dumping zone in front of it, also in the back of it, and even has safety issues. We’ve had many cases where individuals break in for all types of things, including drug use.” Norwood News had covered an unconfirmed report of a break-in in January 2024 when the building was seemingly being used to house migrants illegally “It is honestly shameful that it has been allowed to be dormant the way it has been for close to 20 years and I know as borough president that if this old library were in other neighborhoods we would not be having this conversation almost 20 years later We deserve new opportunities just like everyone else.” One of the central topics of discussion from both the elected officials and the community was the prospect of potentially demolishing the old building and constructing a new bigger modern mixed-use one of the community’s choosing the current structure is one and a half floors high but a new building could potentially go up to five floors because of the fact that it has not had any existing and active usage for all these years there may be a possibility where we have to look at options that may not allow the existing building to remain We’ve done that before [with] other projects and sometimes it’s more cost-effective than it is to renovate an existing building.” Feliz said the potential cost of renovating the existing building would be $80 million or a second option would be entering the ULURP (Uniform Land Use Review Procedure) process in order to repurpose the building and which would likely mean a private developer or non-profit organization would get involved Continuing his remarks on the ULURP scenario After we decide the future use of the building etc.,’ then we could put the building up for public auction and develops it but throughout that auction process it would be a somewhat community-driven auction.” that they need to commit to doing five stories and 30% of it needs to be a community center and the remaining 70% needs to be affordable home ownership.” Gibson repeatedly said she would pursue any avenue the community wanted adding that choosing a cheaper alternative would likely lead to an easier process “Just in my experience in working with the City I honestly think the best measure is what is most cost-effective,” the borough president said Feliz later asked residents for a hand-count of whether they would prefer demolishing the building or if they would prefer to renovate the building instead A large majority of the hands that went up voted to renovate the building stressed the importance of preserving Bronx history regardless of cost “The Bronx has been dumped on for years and the young generation wants to tear everything down and rebuild with new and better things and I hear about how the City wants to save money because $80 million is too much money We are in a building that was brand newly built and there’s no air conditioning and there’s no money before they fix that air conditioner My grandfather fought in World War I.” tell me about the history of everything.’ I said People took pride in building a building.’ I’m of Italian heritage My background is sculptures He then said, “You people decide. Me, personally, there’s no PAL (Police Athletic League) in this community here It’s all the way down Webster Avenue Harmony Hub is on 197th Street; they should take over this building There is no advocacy office in the Bronx for foster care parents Foster care parents don’t have access to lawyers They have to pay out of pocket if they get sued by the state or the children who get placed in their homes.” We got to preserve that and this.’ You have a building here co-founder of Crusaders for Children’s Rights also advocated for part of the building to be used as an advocacy center for foster parents “They definitely need an advocacy center here in that building,” she said “Foster parents also need help and legal representation because biological parents have legal representation and the children that are in foster care have legal representation New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced that as part of New York City’s balanced $115.1 billion it is investing $102.8 million in the city’s foster care system We’ve asked City Hall how and where that allocation will be spent and will share any updates we receive who serves on Bronx Community Board 7 as the Traffic & Transportation committee chair shared one of his biggest concerns about the building’s potential use for affordable housing “A lot of these developers are coming into this area with a big sign in front saying ‘low-income housing,’ but when you step inside they aren’t even looking at your application.” who is the Bronx Community Board 7 secretary but who stated that her opinion was solely hers “I think our community has a lot of new housing already; I think we need services We especially need employment and training for youth.” “We should have some technical stuff going on in this space and I think about the future where other kids are learning about robotics we should have some type of space here where they could come practice using different types of technologies and collaborate with other people and kids.” a board of trustees chair at Fordham United Methodist Church located behind the old Fordham Library building “The building has attracted a bunch of quality-of-life issues to the area scared to come to church because of the building and just the way people have been using that space.” Koku added “I’m very glad this conversation has started and I hope to remain a very active part of it as we go forward.” The town hall concluded with every member who wanted a chance to speak being granted the opportunity to do so Feliz later told Norwood News he hopes to have the building’s use agreed upon within the next month “This is the first town hall we’ve held where we hear from everyone and the information that we received today is the first part of the process.” By: 7:30 am on May 1 Hudson Companies and BRP Companies have secured $343 million in financing for Phase II of La Central, an affordable housing project in Melrose with 63 designated as supportive housing units for formerly homeless individuals and families is designed to Passive House standards and will operate entirely on electricity is targeting LEED Gold certification and includes rooftop access to a telescope managed by Bronx High School of Science Both buildings will offer apartments affordable to households earning 30 to 80 percent of area median income Additional features include 13,000 square feet of community facility space and over 1,500 square feet of retail space Phase II will round out the five-building La Central development which will provide over 1,000 affordable apartments in total delivered mixed-use and supportive housing components including a YMCA and 160 supportive housing units “We are pleased to embark on the final phase of the La Central development fulfill our promise to the South Bronx community,” said Jerome Kretchmer and Larry Hirschfield “This moment has been over a decade in the making By delivering environmentally and socially responsible housing for extremely low- and low-income New Yorkers complete with world-class amenities and social services Phase II of La Central will play a critical role in combatting the city’s ongoing housing crisis and ensuring our neighborhoods remain open to people of all income levels.” I consider myself a YIMBY but it sucks seeing all these cheap eyesores getting approved but this is still a big improvement over 1980s to 2010s Bronx (loads of ugly Fedders Houses) I am curious as to how affordable an all-electric building is in NYC given ConEd rates meaning very little electricity to heat and cool So much money per unit…better than nothing Is this really the most apartments we can get at this kind of cost These developments take years to get approved and then years to get the financing Affordable can be something other than an eyesore- but that fence its great to have la central phase two finally built out the new developments along this melrose stretch from 149st up to the old bx courthouse are really amazing these were all empty 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adult bird A keeper disguises themselves with a costume hiding their face and other human features and uses the hand puppet to feed the bird inside a brooder which serves as a nest for the chick. In 1980 three Bronx Zoo Andean condor chicks were raised using this same technique and brought to northwestern Peru and then released in 1981 into the wild. This technique is also successfully used by zoos to raise and release the Critically Endangered California condor back to parts of its historic range. The vulture hand puppet was designed and made by the Bronx Zoo’s artists in its Exhibition and Graphic Arts Department The information keepers collect when hand raising birds is shared with other zoos for the continual improvement of husbandry techniques and with others working in the field who are focused on wild bird populations Bronx Zoo Curator of Ornithology stated: “This technique used in hand-raising the vulture chick incorporates the expertise from many at the zoo including the animal care staff It is a good example of the extent we go to ensure the health of individual animals and of species’ populations our animal care staff are feeding the chick with the Bronx Zoo-made puppet once a day and we are working to ensure it does not imprint on humans is an adult king vulture which allows the chick to have exposure to appropriate king vulture behavior That’s another important step we take to ensure the chick grows into a healthy adult bird and is properly socialized as a king vulture.” King vulture chicks are born with white down feathers and will gradually start developing juvenile feathers in its fourth month The juvenile will not have full adult plumage until about four years of age The IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) classifies the king vulture as "Least Concern.” The species found from southern Mexico to northern Argentina and northern Uruguay has a stable population but habitat destruction and poaching are causing some declines By: 6:30 am on May 1 Permits have been filed for a 12-story residential building at 2260 Morris Avenue in Fordham Heights Located between East 182nd Street and East 183rd Street the lot is steps from 182-183 Streets subway station Aglin Zefi is listed as the owner behind the applications The proposed 112-foot-tall development will yield 36,161 square feet designated for residential space most likely rentals based on the average unit scope of 669 square feet The concrete-based structure will also have a cellar and a 55-foot-long rear yard Demolition permits were filed in March for the single-story residential building on the site; An estimated completion date has not been announced.ip Future thoughtless square peg in a round hole Spend an afternoon enjoying free art activities inspired by The Bronx Museum’s interactive exhibition, WORKING KNOWLEDGE: Shared Imaginings, New Futures Activities led by Bronx Museum Educators are fun for all ages and accessible to families with young children Drop-ins are welcome, but you can let us know if you plan to come by registering If you have any questions, please email education@bronxmuseum.org Image Credit: Installation image of The Dictionary of Dark Matters (2020– ongoing) by Zainab Aliyu and the School for Poetic Computation on view as part of the exhibition Working Knowledge: Shared Imaginings New Futures at The Bronx Museum; Photo by Argenis Apolinario (2025) Westchester County needs a comprehensive approach to flood mitigation and related historic preservation in the the Bronx River Parkway Reservation I am a board member of the Bronx River Parkway Reservation Conservancy The BRPRC and its Vine Cutter subsidiary perform volunteer work along the reservation which includes control and removal of invasive plants as well as refuse removal Flooding along the Bronx River Parkway occurs frequently when the river overflows The river runs through its two lakes: The Crestwood and Bronxville lakes Citizens often approach us when we are outside performing our volunteer vine cutting and trash removal work on Sundays during the fall They ask “when is someone going to do something about the condition of the lakes?” They see small trees now growing from the center of the lakes and the lakes silting in We never have a good answer for these citizens The two lakes have been silting in for the past few decades resulting in an unsightly appearance they are less able to retain water to the extent they have in the past contributing to the flooding along the Bronx River Parkway Research indicates that in some other localities nationwide a system of dams and levees is sometimes used to lower water levels in advance of storms and then raise the dams after the storm flow has subsided Several decades ago that the county performed dredging and moved silt to a county storage area elsewhere along the parkway The lakes were manmade as part of the construction of the parkway in the early 1920s and so they have historical significance The charter of the BRPRC is to work on the preservation of historical aspects of the Bronx River Parkway This problem has been brought to the attention of Dean Tarulli the new Westchester County flood control czar George Latimer and County Executive Ken Jenkins Jenkins said announcements related to these issues would be forthcoming in the near future Any solution is obviously complicated by the engineering environmental and logistics issues involved it's clear that a lot more communication is needed from the Westchester County departments — including the county planning department — responsible as well as from the county leadership the timeline and the obstacles to meeting desired goals Appropriate communication and action is overdue is a member of the board of the Bronx River Parkway Reservation Conservancy WCS’s 17th Annual Run for the Wild Inspired by the Critically Endangered Indian Gharial Game Recap: Baseball | 4/23/2025 8:22:00 PM Thanks for visiting The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here By: 7:00 am on April 16 Permits have been filed for a 12-story mixed-use building at 101 East Kingsbridge Road in Kingsbridge Located between Creston Avenue and Grand Concourse the lot is one block from the Kingsbridge Road subway station Moses Freund of The Vaja Group is listed as the owner behind the applications The proposed 120-foot-tall development will yield 48,095 square feet with 47,952 square feet designated for residential space and 143 square feet for commercial space most likely rentals based on the average unit scope of 630 square feet The concrete-based structure will also have a cellar Wieder Architect is listed as the architect of record Demolition permits were filed in March for the single-story structure on the site hopefully the existing store can use the new space and I hope the building is as “green” w/ energy efficiency as possible & balconies for the apt’s too🌷👍 The NYPD is asking for the public’s help locating a 24-year-old man reported missing from the Allerton section of The Bronx Police said that Devon Maxwell who has a Bronx Park East address located sought of Parkside Housing Project They said he was last seen wearing red pants and a red sweatshirt USA; San Diego Padres starting pitcher Nick Pivetta (27) delivers during the third inning against the San Francisco Giants at Petco Park Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images In a game that promises to echo the drama of a storied past the clash in the Bronx sparks excitement for fans eager for a taste of classic postseason battles The stage is set for a three-game series that revisits the legacy of a renowned World Series showdown from 1998 offering a modern contest steeped in historical reverberations The upcoming series sees the Padres travel to New York This narrative finds new life as seasoned teams face off in an environment charged with memories of past glories becomes the perfect backdrop for players and fans alike to relive the high stakes of championship contention At the heart of this contest is a highly anticipated pitching battle featuring the Padres’ standout Nick Pivetta and the Yankees’ formidable Carlos Rodon boasting a 5-1 record and an impressive 1.78 ERA enters the game with confidence and precision His performance in his most recent outing has set the tone for what many expect to be a masterclass on the mound Rodon is no stranger to high-pressure environments ready to match skill and determination with every pitch thrown This duel is not merely a matchup of numbers but a demonstration of strategic prowess capable of turning the tide of the series while mesmerizing the crowd this series serves as a reminder of baseball’s timeless narratives—where legends are reborn and rivalries renewed The echoes of a celebrated World Series past infuse this matchup with an aura of inevitability and the promise of epic moments The unfolding contest not only honors the legacy of previous greats but also paves the way for new milestones It encapsulates the sport’s enduring magic blending history with the present and encouraging fans to dream of future triumphs In an arena where every pitch counts and every decision shapes the destiny of teams the battle between Pivetta and Rodon epitomizes the spirit of baseball As the Bronx becomes the crucible for this storied rivalry observers are left with a profound sense of anticipation—a reminder that in the world of sports every game writes a new chapter in history Engaging Opening On a luminous Monday night shimmering with possibility a singular play transcended the bounds of sport etching itself into the hearts of those in attendance A Thrilling Encounter Under the Lights In a game that defied expectations from start to finish the Mariners and Athletics delivered an extra-inning spectacle that left fans on.. A single swing in extra innings can redefine a season and one such moment unfolded under the bright lights in West Sacramento A high-stakes duel on the mound sets the stage as the Mariners prepare to face off against the Athletics in a game poised for drama and redemption A Tense Encounter Unfolds In a game expected to showcase fierce competition and standout performances an unforeseen altercation between a manager and an umpire stole the spotlight © 2025 M Sports - Premium news & magazine M Sports Please enter your username or email address to reset your password © 2025 M Sports - Premium news & magazine M Sports New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin has announced 11 people have been charged in connection to a high-end vehicle theft ring. The group targeted an assortment of luxury models from BMW, Mercedes, Land Rover, and Rolls-Royce According to officials, law enforcement agencies discovered there was a criminal enterprise coordinating the theft of vehicles from Burlington Vehicles were commonly taken from residences and then transported to the Bronx to be stored in parking garages to avoid detection Thieves would be paid by “middle-level and high-level fences,” and the cars would often be sent overseas – mostly to West African countries More: Cops Bust Crime Ring Rerouting High-End Car Deliveries Across The U.S. While most thieves like to be in and out as quietly as possible, this group was pretty brazen. In one incident, someone broke into an occupied home to steal a key fob for a 2024 BMW X5 valued at roughly $89,000 thieves broke into another home to steal a 2024 BMW X7 and 2021 Audi SQ8 the group allegedly stole approximately $542,295 worth of vehicles that could be linked to “specific residential burglaries.” However that was just a small part of the theft ring “investigators identified 43 stolen New Jersey vehicles valued at approximately $3.65 million in two parking garages on Jennings Street and Third Avenue in the Bronx.” Several vehicles that had been at those garages were later recovered from shipping containers that were destined for Africa “No one should be afraid that a thief will enter their home while they are sleeping to find their key fobs to steal their car.” His sentiments were echoed by Bronx District Attorney Darcel Clark who noted “Millions of dollars worth of stolen vehicles – including a $475,000 Rolls Royce -were taken to a Bronx parking garage that defendants used as a showroom.” He added “We will not tolerate auto crime in the Bronx.” The sprawling case involves teens and juveniles as well as older promoters and organizers Two central figures remain unidentified and are currently known as “E” and “Big G.” The latter faces a long list of charges including racketeering being a leader of an auto theft trafficking network They’re also on the hook for multiple vehicle thefts Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker New Nursing-Led Model Enables Students with Acute and Chronic Illness to Easily Access Care In Their School Building 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Montefiore School Health Program (MSHP) the largest and most comprehensive school-based health program in the country held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to unveil a brand-new health center inside IS 229 which will serve 525 students there and from PS 274 and community health services will be available to students both in-person and virtually Students in grades PreK to 8th grade will have access to a range of services in their school building from immunizations and physicals to treatment and management of acute and chronic illness Mental health services will also be accessible "This clinic is our first to launch with a newly developed nursing-led model which enables us to expand our comprehensive care services to more students in the borough," said Rosy Chhabra Montefiore School Health Program and Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Albert Einstein College of Medicine Medical services located in school buildings are critical to learning. In 2022-2023, more than 1 out of 4 U.S School-based health centers help children avoid health-related absences and offer comfort to families knowing their child is getting the care they need without caregivers needing to take time off work to bring children to medical appointments The Montefiore School Health Program has shown a 40% reduction in students who go home sick from school "The inauguration of this new health center is a milestone for the Bronx community and will have a resounding impact on students and their families," said Congressman Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) "By supplying essential care and support to local students this center will serve as a beacon of hope for their future success and achievement for many years to come." the Montefiore School Health Program has been bringing essential healthcare services into school buildings to address physical and environmental factors that impact a child's health and empowering students to get the support they need to succeed in the classroom we now offer care to more than 40,000 young learners around one in four students across the Bronx," said Dr. Chhabra "We are delivering on our mission to build a strong foundation for children and set them up for a bright and healthy future." 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Health Care & Hospitals Medical Pharmaceuticals Education New Products & Services Do not sell or share my personal information: Con Agg Global to Create New Blue Highway Facility with Backing from Equity Partners BDT & MSD Partners and Support from Shareholder William (Bill) J Facility Aims to Support Food and Beverage Distribution Serving Fulton Fish Market and Larger Hunts Point Food Distribution Center as well as Construction Projects in the Bronx and Builds on City’s Blue Highways Initiative to Reduce Congestion and Support Safer and More Environmentally Friendly Deliveries to Revitalize Waterways and Communities Facility Expected to Remove Approximately 1,000 Truck Trips per Month in the South Bronx NY—New York City Deputy Mayor Adolfo Carrion Jr. the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) and Con Agg Global (CAG) announced a new waterside transloading facility to be located adjacent to the Fulton Fish Market hub in the Hunts Point Food Distribution Center one of New York State’s busiest trucking destinations which is expected to remove approximately 1,000 truck trips per month in the South Bronx which will be seeking final sourcing and additional approvals—including from the New York City Council—and would replace the initial design will primarily be used for the waterborne movement of wholesale food and beverage and will provide significantly enhanced capabilities This permanent design would accommodate several other vertical commodity streams such as micro-freight—heavy duty cargo trikes and quads paired with small barges and freight ferries—as well as bulk—such as aggregate both of which help mitigate roadway congestion in and out of the Hunts Point peninsula The project is supported financially in conjunction with Con Agg Global’s equity shareholder BDT & MSD Partners Con Agg Global has expanded the partnership group to include William (Bill) J providing them with significant management expertise and substantial capital to expand operations in the future New York City’s waterways have connected communities we are writing the next chapter of these historic rivers and setting our city up for the future,” said New York City Mayor Adams “This new facility will help support those efforts moving more freight off our roads and onto our rivers “The Adams administration is continuing to leverage our city’s waterways and advance a high-impact Blue Highway network to move goods and get trucks off the road,” said Deputy Mayor for Housing “NYCEDC and Con Agg’s facility represents an important first step which we will build on at the Brooklyn Marine Terminal eliminate thousands of trucks from the South Bronx and keep New York City’s supply chain and economy resilient.” “This partnership with Con Agg Global will allow NYC to harness our waterways for freight transportation reduce truck traffic and unlock a new model of public-private partnership in the modernization and expansion of sustainable last-mile deliveries throughout New York City and beyond,” said NYCEDC President & CEO Andrew Kimball “This facility will build on the “Blue Highways” initiative which is one of NYCEDC’s key priorities and we look forward to working with our partners as we continue to expand the city’s use of its waterways for the transportation of goods.” quality food products help to sustain communities and is crucial to maintaining food security and affordability,” said Con Agg Global CEO Paul Granito “This partnership is a critical tool in revitalizing communities in the Bronx and throughout New York City and we are thrilled to serve as a strategic and essential partner to NYCEDC.” “The work that Con Agg Global has accomplished and is poised to support through this partnership with NYCEDC will mark a pivotal moment for the communities of New York City,” said William Sandbrook “The opportunity to facilitate freight transportation of construction materials will drive extraordinary momentum in economic development.” “Much of my life’s work has focused on building a better future for the South Bronx,” said Con Agg Global Chairman & Shareholder Jim Granito “This partnership is an extension and continuation of these important and necessary efforts to foster community engagement and development through smart “We are thrilled to continue the work that Con Agg Global has accomplished throughout the Bronx and to extend the impact of these efforts to other communities in the metro area,” said Marco Battaglia and Stefan Hunger Partners and Shareholders at Con Agg Global “We are going back to our roots with a port facility in our backyard making a connection from our waterways to our community and local partners and in service to our City,” said Fulton Fish Market Cooperative CEO Nicole Ackerina “This is one of several projects and partnerships being implemented at the Fulton Fish Market that will revamp and green our supply chain not just for the market but for the greater Hunts Point Peninsula This collaboration is an example of public private partnership at its best.” the facility will greatly reduce the need for trucks for material and food & beverage transportation to and from the Bronx in an environmental justice area Removing trucks from the road will greatly reduce traffic congestion in the local community and the Greater New York region along with fuel consumption and regional greenhouse gas emissions Today’s announcement will build on the “Blue Highways” initiative a joint project between NYCDOT and NYCEDC dedicated to promoting the use of NYC’s waterways for transporting goods in and around the city reduce traffic congestion and improve air quality which in turn will result in a decrease wear and tear on roadways and move goods more quickly from ships to shelves This initiative aligns with the city’s goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions while increasing transportation resiliency and redundancy making New York City better equipped to receive goods during times of emergency or disaster “As our city grows so does the prevalence of trucks bringing everything from produce to our restaurants to online purchases to our doorsteps,” said Deputy Mayor for Operations Jeff Roth “Our blue highways are a critical component of our efforts to reduce the impact of all this truck traffic on our highways and local communities I am deeply grateful to Con Agg and EDC for this first-of-its-kind partnership and optimistic that there are many more on the horizon.” “When we move freight off trucks and onto waterways we’re not only improving the quality of life for our neighborhoods we’re also achieving a PlaNYC initiative,” said Mayor’s Office of Climate & Environmental Justice Executive Director Elijah Hutchinson “Hunt Points is an environmental justice neighborhood with some of the highest levels of black carbon and PM2.5 tiny pollution particles that are linked to asthma so cutting congestion into the neighborhood can lead to better health for residents.” “The launch of this new waterside transloading facility marks a major step forward for Hunts Point and the entire South Bronx By shifting freight movement from our overcrowded roads to our underutilized waterways and protecting the health of our communities especially in neighborhoods that have been disproportionately impacted by truck traffic,” said Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson “I applaud Deputy Mayor Adolfo Carrión Jr. and Con Agg Global for investing in innovative infrastructure that supports both our economy and our environment This project is a model for how we can build a more sustainable and resilient freight system that serves New Yorkers now and into the future.” “Like so many born and raised in the South Bronx I know firsthand how vital the Hunts Point industrial area is to Bronxites and New Yorkers as a whole,’ stated Council Member Rafael Salamanca “As the son of a Local 202 Teamster at the Hunts Point Produce Market Hunts Point provided a future for my family and I The heavy industrial trucks that barrel in and out of Hunts Point each day also left another lasting impact on my life—a lifelong battle with asthma caused by truck pollution first as a District Manager for Bronx Community Board Two I have worked tirelessly to create a more environmentally sustainable and resilient Hunts Point community That work has culminated in today’s historic announcement of a new “Blue Highways” facility in Hunts Point that will remove thousands upon thousands of trucks off our streets by utilizing our rivers and waterways for transporting goods I thank the Adams Administration and Con Agg Global for making this private-public partnership possible and look forward to continuing to carry out the initiatives that will make the South Bronx a healthier place to live and work.” “The Community Board was proud to participate in the design and layout of Hunts Point Blue Highway waterside transloading facility located in the Fulton Fish Market,” said Bronx Community Board 2 District Manager Ralph Acevedo “Any mode to mitigate daily truck trips in the District should always be considered The Board looks forward to working with the Fish Market and our local non-profits in developing this waterway as a means of transporting goods in and out of Hunts Point.” The POINT has loudly and consistently advocated for use of our waterways to move food and other commodities distributed by Hunts Point wholesalers,” said The Point CDC President & COO Maria Torres cut off from the mainland by an eight lane highway and besieged by more than 16,000 trucks each work day Turning to the waterfront to meet our basic transportation needs and mitigate some of the worst impacts of traffic congestion in our area is not only smart and just policy but it is consistent with the long history of our community which was first written at the water’s edge.” “Hunts Point is a waterfront community and from time immemorial its fortunes have been tied to people and goods moving among the rivers LI Sound and NY Harbor,” said Greater Hunts Point Economic Development Executive Director Don Eversley “As a veteran of short-sea shipping initiatives in three States I applaud the Fulton Fish Market’s leadership in re-activating our waterways for freight and reducing our reliance on the diesel trucks that ply our neighborhood streets and highways.” In June 2022, the Hunts Point Forward plan was released to create economic opportunity and improve quality of life for New Yorkers in the Hunts Point neighborhood of the South Bronx The plan outlines a 15-year vision shared by the city and the community with more than 70 short- and long-term recommendations for creating family-sustaining jobs enhancing community health and access to healthy food About Con Agg GlobalCon Agg Global is a Bronx-based conglomerate dedicated to sustainable material manufacturing and eco-friendly distribution solutions fostering community engagement and environmental stewardship Every offseason brings decisions that can make or break a team, and the Yankees took one that felt nostalgic When they signed Paul Goldschmidt to a one-year and his bat looked more like a shadow than a weapon late last season in St What they hoped for was a competent veteran who could offer solid defense and timely hits from the middle What they’re getting instead is a rebirth—a quietly dominant force who is doing far more than just his job It’s as if the Yankees found a dusty sports car in the garage and realized it still hits 100 mph After Friday’s 3–0 win over the Tampa Bay Rays, Goldschmidt had another reminder that his bat still plays The veteran launched a three-run homer in the fifth inning and tallied both of the team’s hits on the night Those three RBIs represented all of New York’s offense singlehandedly lifting them to another crucial divisional victory Even when asked postgame about hitting behind Aaron Judge Goldschmidt responded with humility: “Everyone’s overshadowed by what he does.” there’s no denying what Goldy is doing himself—he’s hitting .361/.406/.500 with a .906 OPS over the early stretch He’s now up to three home runs and is finding more power as the season begins to round into form With Jazz Chisholm sidelined due to injury the Yankees have leaned on other veterans to bridge the offensive gap becoming one of the more consistent contributors during a stretch of inconsistent health The Yankees needed someone to stabilize the lineup during these stretches—and the veteran slugger has delivered with authority and Goldschmidt’s calm approach and professional at-bats have become infectious throughout the dugout His ability to spray the ball across the field and keep pitchers honest is invaluable in a streaky offense he’s not the Gold Glove staple he once was—but he’s still a reliable presence at first base Compared to the Yankees’ past several seasons at the position Goldschmidt has offered a serious upgrade in consistency Even his occasional miscues are balanced out by leadership and the intangible comfort of knowing the glove works It’s not always about highlight plays—it’s about playing clean baseball and keeping the infield rhythm intact for younger teammates If Goldschmidt maintains this pace—or even continues hovering around it—he’ll be an All-Star by the time July hits With a .906 OPS and clutch performances against key division rivals his case for a midseason nod is legitimate he’s making solid contact and staying selective two trademarks of his prime years in the National League Even if the power numbers don’t climb into the 30s the approach and production alone are All-Star caliber The Yankees bet on a veteran with something left in the tank—and so far The Yankees made one of the best free agent signings in the league More about: A forward-thinking New York Sports media outlet Follow us for breaking news and latest updates: By: 6:30 am on April 13 Located between East 205th Street and East 207th Street the lot is near the Norwood subway station Mendel Fried is listed as the owner behind the applications The proposed 71-foot-tall development will yield 8,438 square feet designated for residential space most likely rentals based on the average unit scope of 603 square feet The concrete-based structure will also have a cellar but no accessory parking Golani Architect is listed as the architect of record Demolition permits will likely not be needed as project calls for a vertical expansion It’s literally 3 short blocks from the D train terminus at 205 St Parking should definitely be built at least in the lower level of the building It has gotten impossible to find parking after 3pm around here and everywhere