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I am pleased to let you know that Mayor Bill de Blasio and the City Council on Tuesday approved an operating budget for Fiscal Year 2021 that includes very strong support for the Queens, Brooklyn and New York public library systems. This budget recognizes the outstanding performance of the three systems, and makes clear how much New Yorkers will be counting on us as the City’s recovery continues.

The Mayor’s budget maintains the same level of funding for libraries as last year, and the Council added nearly $12 million for the three systems to that amount. While the Council allocation is lower than last year’s $14 million, it puts us in a solid position going forward.

On behalf of all of QPL’s staff and trustees, I want to thank the Mayor, Speaker Corey Johnson, Finance Chair Daniel Dromm, Cultural Affairs & Libraries Chair Jimmy Van Bramer, and the Queens Delegation for prioritizing Queens Public Library in an extraordinarily difficult budget year.

Still, our fiscal picture remains uncertain given the state of the economy, and we need to be prepared to meet the challenges that may lie ahead. I will keep you updated as developments unfold.

I also want to welcome back those of you who have returned to our physical locations. It has been great to see some of you -- even from a distance and behind a mask. It is hard to stay six feet away from people you have not seen for months, but I am confident that we can remain healthy and safe together.

We are well into the third month of the temporary closure of all of our physical locations and our transition to the virtual realm amid the coronavirus pandemic. During this time, the Library has quickly expanded our online programs and services, increased our ebook collection, added new databases that are accessible from personal computers, and more -- a testament to the creativity of our staff and your commitment to delivering opportunity and the joy of learning to all, under any circumstances.

Our reopening task force, in consultation with our union partners, also has been working thoughtfully and carefully to formulate a plan for the eventual reopening of our physical locations, with the health and safety of our staff and the public at the forefront of every decision we make. This has been an enormously complex undertaking not only because of our expansive footprint in the borough of Queens, the size of our staff, and the magnitude and diversity of our customer base and our collections, but also the quantity of unknowns in front of us.

Chief among them is exactly when we can start opening our doors again. As you may be aware, many factors are driving the timing, including where libraries fit into the Governor’s four-phased blueprint for easing the restriction of activities across the state. Thankfully, the Mayor and the Governor just announced today that New York City is likely to start reopening June 8. We are looking at mid-July as a possible time for our own reopening.

Regardless of when libraries receive clearance to resume in-person service, Queens Public Library will be ready.

I wanted to share with you the major steps we will be taking to reopen our physical locations as our planning continues, and the goals and principles behind them. You will receive a survey from the Human Resources Department on Monday to understand your thoughts and concerns about returning to work at one of the Library’s physical locations.

In addition to your feedback, the plan will continue to be informed by City, State, and Federal guidance, executive orders, and laws, information and recommendations from public health authorities, and the experiences of other libraries and organizations around the world. At the same time, the Library will be flexible in light of the shifting information and conditions around the coronavirus pandemic, and continuously assess and refine its approaches towards serving the public.

I also want to add that we have been working closely with our colleagues at Brooklyn Public Library and The New York Public Library to ensure our plans align with each other to the extent possible in terms of timing and substance. Below are the general parameters of QPL’s plan. As you read them, please keep in mind that we know there are many questions that must be addressed before we reopen our sites.

Staggered Reopening

The Library will reopen its locations for public service in stages, starting with six to eight branches at first. The days and hours of service are still being determined. We will also be staffing some number of additional locations, not open to the public, in order to fulfill requests and accept returns.

These sites will be selected through a combination of community need, geographic location, prior customer volume, building size and layout, the availability of custodial and security staff, and the location of check-in machines. While the locations have not been finalized, we know that Central and Flushing will not be part of the first group open to the public.

The decision to open subsequent locations to the public will come only after a careful assessment of the flow of service, safety, and other factors.

Our locations will initially provide limited public service when they reopen. Customers will be able to return materials and pick up requested materials from a designated area inside the building. Returned materials will be processed according to new materials handling protocols. There will be no public programs, browsing, meeting room usage, chairs and tables for public use, public computers, or in-person reference service. Book donations will not be accepted.

The Shipping Department will restart deliveries for loans and reserves, and virtual and telephone reference will be expanded.

We will continue to strengthen our collection of ebooks and other digital materials, and to offer virtual programs, services, activities, and events on our social media channels and other platforms. We also will find ways to engage with our customers and members of the public who do not have access to the internet.

In accordance with the latest guidance, all returned materials will be set aside, or “quarantined,” for a number of days or hours – to be determined -- before they are processed by staff.

The Library will provide masks, gloves, and hand sanitizers to all staff and place hand sanitizer dispensers at desks, workrooms, restrooms, kitchens, and building entrances. Wellness screens and partitions will be installed at all locations, and distancing graphics and signage will be created and posted at all locations. The use of public spaces, staff workrooms and lounges, and office spaces will take into consideration safe distancing guidelines. Each location will be cleaned consistent with public health guidance.

All customers, vendors, delivery people, and other non-QPL employees will be required to wear a mask when they are inside our buildings.

We also will be exploring other safety protocols in the coming weeks and months.

As we return to our physical locations, the health and safety of our team will be our priority. Members of the Library staff have so many different roles and responsibilities, but all of us will continue to work in new ways in order to adhere to public health guidelines and adjust to our changed reality. Schedules for all staff will be structured to maintain social distancing and may include staggered use of office spaces and continued remote work as needed.

I realize this is a lot of information to digest at once and that there are many questions that will need to be answered before we reopen our physical locations. We will share updates with you as they become available, and inform you about potential opportunities to assist the Library and City.

In the meantime, we look forward to your survey feedback about working in this new world.

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In case you may have overlooked it given how time seems to pass as we self-isolate, Memorial Day will be observed on Monday. The Library will be closed, with no online public programs or events that day. Please unplug from work, relax and enjoy the holiday weekend. I also hope you will take a moment to remember our nation’s armed service members who gave their lives for us all.

Like them, essential front-line medical and public safety personnel are now putting themselves at enormous risk to protect our safety and well-being. This weekend, let us honor them as well.

The coronavirus pandemic is unlike any other global crisis that has occurred over the course of our lives. As an epicenter of the illness, Queens will be the focus of intense study by academics, public policy experts, students and many others long after the outbreak has subsided.

To understand what the people of Queens are living through at this unprecedented moment, Queens Public Library’s Queens Memory Project and its partners at Urban Archive and Queens College Library have started collecting first-person accounts, photographs, videos and other documentation to capture the daily lives of people who are living and working in Queens amid the pandemic. It has affected us all, but each of us has encountered it differently.

Since its inception, Queens Public Library time and again has reinvented itself to give free access to knowledge and opportunity to all, providing the resources people need to transform their lives. As the only public institution with a presence in every community of the borough, we have a unique window into Queens that very few have.

I hope you will join me in participating in the project to offer a glimpse into life in Queens in the age of COVID-19. To participate, click on this link and follow the instructions, which have been translated into Bengali, Chinese, Urdu, Hebrew, Hindi, Korean and Spanish. Your accounts will be published on Urban Archive, the Queens Memory Instagram feed, and the Library’s Aviary page. I encourage you to explore these links to see some of the moving snapshots of life in Queens that members of our community have shared with us.

I would like to congratulate Natalie Milbrodt, our director and founder of the Queens Memory Project, and Meral Agish, the Queens Memory's community coordinator, for spearheading the COVID-19 Project. They are doing a tremendous service for our borough, our city, our nation and the world as they create a lasting record of this tremendously challenging period.

Please keep taking care of yourselves and your loved ones.
With my best,
Dennis

I hope you and your loved ones are remaining healthy and safe and doing as well as can be expected during the ongoing COVID-19 crisis. It has been especially painful to lose a member of our Queens Public Library community to the illness and to know that some of you have recently lost family members, neighbors, and friends. You are very much in my thoughts.

Last month, we said the Library would remain closed and all full-time and part-time staff would be paid at least until April 20. In light of the current situation, Queens Public Library will remain closed until further notice and for now, all employees will continue to be paid.

As you may know, Mayor de Blasio yesterday released an executive budget for the next fiscal year that anticipates further economic disruption, yet maintains support for the Queens, Brooklyn, and New York Public library systems. This budget not only recognizes our crucial role at this unprecedented moment but also underscores how much the City and the public we serve will be counting on us in the coming months.

Still, we continue to plan for difficult times ahead. The Mayor’s budget does not include the $14 million allocated to libraries by the City Council for the current fiscal year, and tax revenue losses could far exceed current projections. Our eventual reopening will place unique and constantly evolving demands on our resources.

As we move into an uncertain future, one thing we know is that we will be key to the City’s recovery. It is also clear that we are well positioned to rise to the occasion. Our rapid transition to becoming a virtual library over the past month has demonstrated your extraordinary ability to adapt and innovate collaboratively, your work ethic, your deep commitment to helping people who need us more than ever, and the value you bring to all of our communities.

We will draw upon these strengths as we prepare thoughtfully, strategically, and creatively for a new world when we open our doors again. Our Library will be different, and the way we serve the public will reflect this reality. We will reach out to you soon for your input about delivering our very best for our customers, while protecting their health and ours.

In our 124-year history, Queens Public Library has weathered many challenges, and with your sustained hard work and focus, we will overcome the challenges facing us in these incredibly turbulent times.

Dear Colleagues,

Since we transitioned to a virtual library five weeks ago because of the coronavirus pandemic, I have been deeply impressed by how well you have adjusted to our new way of serving the public. You have seamlessly responded to their need to learn, connect with others, and manage all of the intense emotions and pressure this unprecedented moment has imposed on us all.

Today, National Library Workers Day, I want to extend my gratitude for everything you are doing now and have done over the past year to speak the language of all of our customers. Whether you are working out in the field, making sure our locations are secure and in good condition, troubleshooting technology issues, developing new online programs and activities, enhancing our digital collection, carrying out all of the administrative duties needed to meet our payroll and vendor obligations, or focusing on your own professional development, you have stepped up to the challenge of operating from afar.

Each of us is working in a different context. Many of us are doing our respective jobs in isolation or in households filled all day with family members, some of whom are ailing and need special care, with children and grandchildren who are trying to learn online, or with roommates, partners and spouses who also are working from home.

Some of us have experienced the trauma of losing a loved one or members of our communities to the coronavirus. Others have endured the heartbreak of not being able to bring people together to celebrate their lives. Despite these obstacles, you have demonstrated your resilience and ingenuity.

For all of this and more, I am extremely grateful to you for honoring our commitment to the public and to the library profession. I hope you have a good rest of the day.

With my best,
Dennis

It is hard to believe that it has been nearly nine weeks since we closed all of our locations to slow the spread of the coronavirus. Despite the many difficulties of this moment, our staff are keeping the Library going strong.

With a combination of resolve and creativity, we are continuously delivering essential services, programs, and materials to customers through their smartphones, desktops, and other devices. Our staff are protecting and maintaining our buildings, identifying new strategies to make sure Queens communities are counted in the 2020 Census, going into Central to work on the payroll, keeping us connected remotely, creating a plan to reopen, and more.

Instead of letting you know in writing how grateful I am to each of you, I thought it would be fitting to express my appreciation through one of our primary tools of communicating these days, via this link.

Take good care of yourselves and your loved ones. I will be in touch again soon.

Dennis

I hope you and your loved ones are staying safe and finding ways to remain physically and mentally healthy. I know that several more of you have recently endured the loss of family members or friends to COVID-19 or to other illnesses and causes. My deepest condolences to each of you.

Nearly two months into our transition to a virtual library, your hard work and unwavering dedication to the public continue to make possible the delivery of critical resources to job hunters, older adults, immigrants, students, children, and parents in Queens and beyond.

We are offering employment assistance, technology skills development, remote learning opportunities, an expanded eBook collection, and live chats with librarians. Interestingly, thousands of people still rely on the WiFi available outside the walls of our locations to access the Internet, as we have hosted more than 26,000 sessions since we closed.

At the same time, we have started to lay the groundwork for carefully and thoughtfully reopening our physical locations, prioritizing the health and safety of our staff and the public. As you can imagine, shaping a new service delivery strategy is an extremely complex undertaking, and as we proceed, we will be incorporating multiple perspectives, along with the latest guidance from the CDC and other public health authorities.

Our partners in City and State government also have begun to develop their roadmaps for gradual reopening and recovery. On Tuesday, Governor Cuomo announced the creation of the New York Forward Reopening Advisory Board, consisting of over 100 business, community, academic, and civic leaders, including myself, from across the state.

As one of the members of the panel, I will be part of the massive effort to bring back our state and our city. While our respective roles are still being defined, I expect to draw from my deep background in New York’s public and non-profit sectors to think strategically about restarting and repairing our communities. In addition, being on the board will provide an opportunity to understand more deeply the challenges other entities and sectors are facing, how interconnected we are, and the importance of working with one another as we restart our operations.

Like many of you, I look forward to the day when we resume service at our libraries and can interact with one another and our customers once again in person, even if in limited ways. It still has been great to see your faces and hear your voices at all of the various online meetings, including today’s terrific Brainfuse webinar.

Thank you for everything you have done and continue to do to keep Queens Public Library going strong during our closure period. I will be providing you with regular updates in the coming weeks or months about the progress we make towards reopening our doors.

From: Buron, Nick H
Sent: Wednesday, November 07, 2012 4:29 PM
To: CLS Library Supervisors; Cel_Managers
Subject: NY Cares Coat Drive

All,

NY Cares is a non-profit organization that has organized a coat drive around the city for many years. This year, all Queens Library sites will be participating.

· Starting tomorrow, New York Cares will provide collection boxes, bags, pre-printed posters, and other collateral (attached) to all library locations.

· On a weekly basis, New York Cares will provide a courier service to pick up coats.

· The Drive has already started and will continue until December 31st

The attached fact sheets can be printed out and shared with your customers.

Please welcome this needed service, especially in light of the even greater need in our community than usual.

If you have any questions, let me know.

Thank you

In recognition of Peace Officers Memorial Day, celebrated annually on May 15th by an Act of Congress to honor police officers who died in the line of duty, by order of the Mayor of the City of New York, Bill de Blasio, all flags shall be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Wednesday, May 15, 2019. This includes all flags, the American flag, the New York State and City flags, and the POW-MIA flag on all City buildings as well as stationary flagstaffs throughout the five boroughs.

Flags lowered to half-staff: Wednesday, May 15, 2019 - First thing in the morning

Flags returned to full-staff: Thursday, May 16, 2019 - First thing in the morning-

Notification issued 04-07-2020 at 12:47 PM. Due to a person struck by a train, 7 train service is suspended between Queensboro Plaza and 74 St-Broadway in both directions in Queens. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time. For more information, please visit www.mta.info.

So, who's running the UK? 04/07/2020 Johnson has nominated his Foreign Secretary, Dominic Raab, to deputize for him "as necessary" but there is no recent precedent for a sitting UK prime minister becoming incapacitated for a lengthy period. Raab would chair meetings of the National Security Council if any were needed while he was deputizing for the Prime Minister, a spokesperson said.

Notification Issued 04-08-2020 at 12:00 PM This is a challenging time for all New Yorkers. If you need help coping, contact NYC Well, a confidential 24/7 helpline: nyc.gov/nycwell

Notification issued 04-08-2020 at 1:47 PM. Due to a person struck by a train, 7 train service is suspended between 61st Street Woodside Avenue and Flushing-Main Street in Queens. 7 trains will be running express in both directions from Queensboro Plaza to 61 St-Woodside and bypassing 33 St-Rawson St, 40 St-Lowery St, 46 St-Bliss St and 52 St. LIRR is cross-honoring. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time. For more information, please visit www.mta.info.

Notification issued 04-08-2020 at 11:33 AM. Don't forget to fill out the 2020 Census. It means billions for NYC's future, including for health care. It takes just a few minutes, and all responses are confidential and protected by law. Go to https://2020census.gov/nyc or call 844-330-2020.

Notification issued 04-08-2020 at 3:00 PM. Information is healthy; fear is not. Get the facts about COVID-19 by visiting NYC.gov/coronavirus or calling 311.

Notification issued 04-08-2020 at 9:02 AM. In case you missed it: NYC Parks is closing dog runs to maintain social distancing in public spaces. More service updates: nycparks.org

Notification issued 04-08-2020 at 3:56 PM.

The National Weather Service has issued the following:

What: Wind Advisory

Where: NYC

When: 3 PM to 7 PM on 4/9

Hazards: Winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. Winds at these speeds can cause flying debris, turn unsecured objects into projectiles, & cause power outages. Use caution when walking, biking, or driving.

Preparedness Actions:

Before an Outage

- Charge cell phones

- Gather supplies

- Turn refrigerator/freezers to a colder setting

During an Outage

- Stay clear of downed power lines

- Turn off all appliances

- Keep refrigerator/freezer doors closed to prevent food spoilage

- Do not use generators indoors

- If you have a disability/access needs, or use Life Sustaining Equipment (LSE) and need immediate assistance, dial 911

For the latest weather info: www.weather.gov/okx/

Notification issued 04-09-2020 at 2:00 PM. If you’re a small business owner in NYC affected by COVID-19, visit nyc.gov/covid19biz or call 311 for info on grants, updates & more

Notification issued 04-09-2020 at 2:12 PM. Due to high winds, a ban on empty and tandem tractor trailers, piggyback trailers, dual trailers, and multiple trailers is in effect for Bronx-Whitestone, Throgs Neck, RFK, Verrazzano, Cross Bay and Marine Parkway Bridges. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

Notification issued 04-09-2020 at 9:00 AM. If you see price increases for items in short supply due to COVID-19, report it by calling 311 or visiting NYC.gov/dcwp

04-09-2020 It is with deepest sympathy that I inform you of the death of Noordin bin Mohmed Said, stepson of Mildred Said, CLM South Ozone. Denise Corcoran, Director, Community Library Services

Notification issued 04-11-2020 at 9:00 AM. Stay home, stay safe. Celebrate the holiday weekend with new traditions. Call, text, or video chat with friends and loved ones.

Silver Alert issued 04-11-2020 at 1:31 AM. A Silver Alert has been issued for Janet Markoe, an 84-year-old white female from the area of 80th Street and 45th Avenue in Queens. The missing has schizophrenia and may be in need of medical attention.Description: 5'3" tall, 110 lbs, with gray hair and brown eyes. Wearing a black coat, black pants, and white sneakers. Last Seen: 80th Street and 45th Avenue in Queens at approximately 8:00 AM on 04-08-2020. If you see the missing person, please call 9-1-1. A photo of the missing is available here:
To view this message in American Sign Language (ASL), العربية, বাঙালি, 中文, Français, Kreyòl Ayisyen, Italiano, 한국어, Polski, Pусский, Español, اردو or ייִדיש : http://on.nyc.gov/1ZlUYf1

04/11/2020 Citi Bank: Hi, Greg. As we navigate this unprecedented time, the well-being of our customers, colleagues and communities are our top priority. We are committed to helping provide the support and solutions you may need as developments unfold. We are here for you today and in the months ahead and will continue to do what we can to help meet your banking needs. You can always stay up to date on account assistance, market insights, frequently asked questions, and more by visiting citi.com/covid19.

Notification issued 04-11-2020 at 3:00 PM. Special Enrollment Period for uninsured New Yorkers is extended through 5/15 with all coverage effective as of 4/1: NYC.gov/GetCoveredNYC。

Notification issued 04-11-2020 at 11:13 AM. NYC public schools will remain closed for the remainder of the school year. Students will continue with Remote Learning for the rest of the 2019-20 school year: schools.nyc.gov

Notification issued 04-12-2020 at 3:00 PM. The City is collecting voluntary information about your experience with COVID-19: http://nyc.gov/cv19engagementportal

Notification issued 04-12-2020 at 9:00 AM. Enjoy NYC’s parks from home! Visit on.nyc.gov/parksathome for live video tours, meditation, fitness classes, activities for kids & more。

Notification issued 04-12-2020 at 2:20 PM. Due to predicted wind speeds, all SeaStreak Ferry service will be suspended tomorrow 4/13. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time. For more information, please visit https://seastreak.com/service-alerts

Notification issued 04-13-2020 at 9:00 AM. We understand home is not always safe. Visit nyc.gov/nychope to find services for domestic & gender-based violence survivors. You are not alone. Domestic & gender-based violence survivors can call NYC’s 24-hour Hotline 1-800-621-4673 or 911 for emergencies.

Notification issued 04-13-2020 at 4:22 PM. New Yorkers: Wear a face covering when you go outside and near others. It can be a scarf, a bandanna or one you make at home. Face coverings are an added precaution to protect others in case you have contracted COVID-19 but don’t have symptoms. The City urges you to save medical masks for our healthcare workers and first responders who truly need them.

Dear Friends and Neighbors, (04-13-2020
Sadly, people are taking advantage of others during this time of need. If you hear of any scams or fall victim to one, please reach out to our office at (718) 458-5367. Help us share this information so that others are not victimized by fraud. Let's stay safe and healthy together!
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Karen Washington 04/13/2020: It is with great sadness that I inform you of the passing of Mildred Said’s mother, Julia Sarraga Nieves. Arrangements have not yet been made.

Notification issued 04-13-2020 at 11:40 PM. Due to a person struck by a train, M train service is suspended in both directions between Myrtle Av and Middle Village-Metropolitan Av in Queens. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

Notification issued 04-14-2020 at 11:00 AM. New York Blood Center is seeking donations of plasma from those who have recovered from COVID-19: https://nybc.org/

Notification issued 04-14-2020 at 4:00 PM. COVID-19 resources are available for individuals with disabilities, access and functional needs: https://on.nyc.gov/34qzVkF

Notification issued 04-15-2020 at 11:30 AM NYC is assisting New Yorkers by delivering meals to those who cannot access food themselves: NYC.gov/GetFood or call 311.

Notification issued 04-15-2020 at 5:03 PM. Attention New Yorkers: all people must wear a face covering in public where social distancing is not possible.

Notification issued 04-16-2020 at 10:00 AM. REMINDER: 3 free meals are available for ALL New Yorkers at more than 400 meal hubs, Monday-Friday: http://schools.nyc.gov/freemeals

Medicare 04-16-2020 More than ever, it's important to stay home to slow the spread of COVID-19, and if you must go out, practice social distancing. While we stay home, don't let fear and anxiety about the COVID-19 pandemic become overwhelming. Here are a few ways the CDC recommends managing stress during these challenging times:

Take breaks from watching, reading, or listening to news stories and social media.
Connect with others. Talk with friends and loved ones over the phone or via video chat about your concerns and how you are feeling.
Take care of yourself. Take deep breaths, stretch, or meditate. Try to eat healthy meals, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.

Brooklyn Eagle 04-16-2020 Face coverings will be required in busy spaces while New York City officials said they would create an emergency food reserve and take other steps to safeguard residents’ sustenance.

Notification issued 04-17-2020 at 9:00 AM. Healthcare workers: If you need a place to stay to reduce the spread of COVID-19, visit nyc.gov/covid19hotel to reserve a free hotel room.

Notification issued 04-16-2020 at 8:45 PM. Due to a switch malfunction, F train service is suspended between Forest hills-71 Ave and Jamaica-179 St stations in both directions in Queens. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time. For more information, please visit www.mta.info.

Notification issued 04-13-2020 at 9:45 AM. The National Weather Service has issued the following:
What: Areal Flood Advisory
Where: NYC
When: 9:35 AM until 11:30 AM on 4/13
Hazards: Heavy rainfall will cause flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other drainage areas and low lying spots.
Preparedness Actions:
- Do not drive your vehicle or walk into areas where water covers the roadway as the water depth may be too great to allow you to cross safely.For the latest weather info: www.weather.gov/okx/

Notification issued 04-17-2020 at 3:00 PM. Show your support for NYC’s grocery workers: Only shop when you need to, wear a face covering & keep at least 6 feet from others.

Notification issued 04-20-2020 at 10:45 AM. REMINDER: All people must wear a face covering in public where social distancing is not possible.

Notification issued 04-21-2020 at 2:45 AM. Due to an unauthorized person on the tracks, N train service is suspended in both directions between Astoria-Ditmars Blvd in Queens and 57 St-7 Av in Manhattan. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

Notification issued 04-21-2020 at 1:00 PM. REMINDER: NYC is assisting New Yorkers by delivering meals to those who cannot access food themselves: NYC.gov/GetFood or call 311.

Notification issued 04-22-2020 at 10:00 AM. DOE families: Get your remote learning device by 4/30. Complete the survey by 4/23: schools.nyc.gov or 718-935-5100 & choose option “5.”

Notification issued 04-22-2020 at 5:05 PM. If you’re unemployed due to COVID-19 & have questions about benefits, visit https://access.nyc.gov/faq-for-pandemic-unemployment-benefits/

Notification issued 04-23-2020 at 9:45 AM. NYC is opening testing sites citywide, prioritizing those most at risk. Call 1-888-ONEMED1 or go to onemedical.com & use code NYCCARE30.

Notification issued 04-25-2020 at 9:00 AM. Keep yourself and others safe by staying home. Remember: If you must go out, stay 6 feet apart from others and wear a face covering.

Notification issued 04-26-2020 at 3:00 PM. The most common symptoms of COVID-19 are fever, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath, aches, loss of taste/smell, headache & diarrhea. If you have trouble breathing, pain/pressure in your chest, are confused or cannot stay awake, or have bluish lips/face, call 911

Notification issued 04-27-2020 at 3:00 PM. People age 50+ or with conditions like lung or heart disease, asthma, obesity, diabetes, cancer, or weakened immune systems are more susceptible to COVID-19. Take extra precautions and remain inside as much as possible.

Notification issued 04-28-2020 at 12:00 PM. This a challenging time for all New Yorkers. If you need help coping, contact NYC Well, a confidential 24/7 helpline: nyc.gov/nycwell

Notification issued 04-28-2020 at 5:00 PM. Pet owners impacted by COVID-19 can call the Pet Hotline at 1-877-204-8821 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., 7 days a week.

Notification issued 04-29-2020 at 12:00 PM. When home isn’t safe, domestic violence survivors can find services 24/7 at nyc.gov/NYCHOPE, 1-800-621-HOPE(4673) or 911 for emergencies

Notification issued 04-29-2020 at 3:00 PM. If you live with someone who is sick, create physical distance by staying 6 ft. away. Keep people who are sick separate. Sleep head-to-toe if you share a bed with someone who is sick, or sleep on the couch.

Notification issued 04-30-2020 at 9:00 AM. DOE families: Get your remote learning device: https://coronavirus.schools.nyc/RemoteLearningDevices or 718-935-5100 & choose option “5.”

Notification issued 05-01-2020 at 10:40 AM. REMINDER: Ferries are for essential travel only. If you must take a ferry, face coverings are required to board.

Notification issued 05-01-2020 at 3:00 PM. COVID-19 Update - If you’ve been sick, stay home until you are fever-free for 3 days without medication, it’s been 7 days since your symptoms started, and your symptoms have improved.

Notification issued 05-02-2020 at 3:00 PM. If you do not have a doctor but need one, call 844-NYC-4NYC (844-692-4692). NYC provides care, regardless of immigration status, insurance status or ability to pay.

Notification issued 05-02-2020 at 11:00 AM. Nice weather is here but remember: If you go out, keep at least 6 feet of distance between yourself & others & wear a face covering

Notification issued 05-07-2020 at 12:00 PM. New Yorkers: Get a free face covering at a NYC Park. To find the closest distribution location, date, & time, visit nyc.gov/facecoverings

Notification issued 05-06-2020 at 3:00 PM. 3 JetBlue A320 aircraft will conduct a flyover salute near Manhattan, Queens & the Bronx on Thur. 5/7 at 7pm. The salute will coincide w/the 7pm clap to honor frontline healthcare workers. The aircraft will fly at approximately 2,000ft. Please follow social distancing guidelines if viewing in public. For more details: https://bit.ly/JetBlueHealthcareHero

Notification issued 05-08-2020 at 12:00 PM. REMINDER: NYC Open Streets are here to help New Yorkers practice safe social distancing. For a list of locations, visit nyc.gov/openstreets

Notification issued 05-14-2020 at 12:00 PM. New Yorkers with symptoms or questions about COVID-19 can call 1-844-NYC-4NYC to connect to a medical provider free of charge 9 am - 9 pm.

Notification issued 05-15-2020 at 12:00 PM. Nice weather is here but remember: if you go out, keep at least 6 feet of distance between yourself & others & wear a face covering.

Notification issued 05-15-2020 at 3:00 PM. New York State on PAUSE is extended through 5/28. Non-essential workforce is directed to continue to work from home until at least 5/28.

Notification issued 05-16-2020 at 5:45 PM. NYC has an alarming shortage of donated blood. Give blood and help your city. Visit nybc.org or call 1-800-933-2566

Notification issued 05-16-2020 at 3:00 PM. REMINDER: NYC Open Streets are here to help New Yorkers practice safe social distancing. For a list of locations, visit nyc.gov/openstreets

Notification issued 05-19-2020 at 11:00 AM. NYC is opening more testing sites for New Yorkers who need to be tested for COVID-19. Visit nyc.gov/covidtest for info and locations.

Notification issued 05-21-2020 at 2:00 PM. Use DCWP’s letter to stop debt collectors from contacting you during the State of Emergency. Know your consumer rights: nyc.gov/consumers

Notification issued 05-22-2020 at 9:05 AM. New Yorkers can now sign up for a COVID-19 antibody survey appointment. Visit nyc.bioreference.com/antibodysurvey or call 1-888-279-0967

Notification issued 05-22-2020 at 9:00 AM. REMINDER: Ferries are for essential travel only. If you must take a ferry, face coverings are required to board.

Notification issued 05-28-2020 at 9:00 AM. Vote safely during COVID-19 by voting from home. Request your mail-in ballot for the primary election: vote.nyc or call 1-866-868-3692

Notification issued 05-29-2020 at 9:00 AM. New Yorkers with symptoms or questions about COVID-19 can call 1-844-NYC-4NYC to connect to a medical provider free of charge 9 am - 9 pm.

Notification issued 05-31-2020 at 5:05 PM. Due to protest activity, expect traffic delays and a heavy presence of emergency personnel in the area of the following locations： -Barclay Center, BK -Union Square, MN -McCarren Park, BK -Fort Tryon Park, MN -Flushing Meadow Park, QN

To All Tenants:

Please be advised that there is a planned Protest scheduled today, June 1, 2020, at the Queens Center Mall. Please be cautious in the area today. We urge all tenants to protect the storefront glass as best as possible. If you see something, say something. Please keep our office informed of any known activity you may encounter after getting to a safe place. We can be reached at 718-575-4983 (David Gleeson) or 718-575-4984 (Donna Cappa).

Thank you and be safe.
LeFrak Property Management

Donna Cappa
Building Manager
Commercial Property Management
LeFrak Property Management
59-17 Junction Blvd 20th FL
Elmhurst, NY 11373

When living with an abuser, a plan for safety can be the difference between life and death.

While practicing social distancing, consider creating or updating your safety plan.

If you can, always have a phone within reach.

Let friends and neighbors who you trust, know what is going on inside your home.

Remember that there are domestic violence officers in every precinct across the city available to offer you guidance and support.

If you or anyone you know are in an unsafe situation, call 911.

Tips provided by: NYPD Domestic Violence

Silver Alert issued 9-14-2019 at 04:28 AM.

A Silver Alert has been issued for Yujie Wang, a 77-year-old Asian female from the area of Lawrence Street and 60th Avenue in Queens. The missing has dementia and may be in need of medical attention.

Description: 5'2" tall, 90 lbs, with black hair and brown eyes. Last seen wearing a dark colored striped shirt, a brown plaid jacket and carrying a small purse.

Last Seen: Lawrence Street and 60th Avenue in Queens at approximately 4:00 PM on 09-13-2019.

If you see the missing person, please call 9-1-1.

A photo of the missing is available here:
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Library New Books display, June 2019

Please join us for an event on Tuesday, Sept. 17 at 10 am in the Central Library’s Auditorium, featuring Jennifer Jones Austin, the author of Consider it Pure Joy, which chronicles her quest for a bone marrow donor. Jennifer, a leukemia survivor, is the CEO of the Federation of Protestant Welfare Agencies, an organization that works with 170 faith and community-based organizations in New York committed to reducing poverty. She is a sought-after speaker who appears regularly on television and radio, and at community events and professional gatherings.

During the event, SAMAR, a Queens-based recruitment center of the Be the Match Registry, will be conducting a bone marrow registry drive. There will also be some great giveaways for those who attend, provided by the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. (QPL email 9/12/2019)

Silver Alert issued 09-14-2019 at 3:56 AM.

A Silver Alert has been issued for Margaret Oshea, a 78-year-old white female from the area of Commonwealth Boulevard and 81st Avenue in Queens. The missing has dementia and may be in need of medical attention.

Description: 5'7" tall, 120 lbs, with blue eyes. Wearing blue pants and a long sleeve blue shirt with flower prints.

Last Seen: Commonwealth Boulevard and 81st Avenue in Queens at approximately 2 PM on 09-13-2019.

Vehicle: 2014 Toyota Corolla with NYS license plate number QZJ-562

If you see the missing person, please call 9-1-1.

A photo of the missing is available here:
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Sent on behalf of George Carrera: August 28, Wednesday, 2019

Good morning,

As we are in the peak of Hurricane Season, we ask that all custodians to check and clear all exterior floor drains and roof drains of leaves, debris and any other foreign objects. This task should be completed weekly or more “as needed” in order to prevent accumulation, which can create clogged drains. Please log completed task(s) into your (Operations Log Book) day book weekly or as frequently performed. When performing this assignment you must log it into the Branch Day Book and it is very important to contact the Security/ISD at 718 990-0710 to report the opening and closing of Roof Hatchets.

Always remember to work safe, and report any major concerns.

Thank you all for your ongoing dedication and commitment.

GC/lrr