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LIC Update: September 22, 2021 |
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32nd Annual Awards Gala: An Evening of Food, Friends and Celebration |
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Our Annual Awards Gala, which took place yesterday evening, was a major success, showcasing the best of LIC. The Partnership thanks all who attended the event, including Lieutenant Governor Brian Benjamin, Council Member Jimmy Van Bramer and representatives from the offices of Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney and Queens Borough President Donovan Richards. Check out a few images of our big night here. Visit our social media channels later in the week for an expanded collection of photos capturing the special moments.
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Weill Cornell Medicine Opens New Facility at The JACX |
Weill Cornell Medicine, in partnership with NewYork-Presbyterian, celebrated the opening of its new 50,000-square-foot practice in The Jacx building (28-25 Jackson Avenue). There will be seven physicians at the new facility, which offers family medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics, and obstetrics & gynecology. Click here for additional information.
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LIC Waterfront 5K Attracts Over 1,000 Runners |
More than 1,000 runners took to the LIC streets this past weekend as part of LICP Member Hunters Point Parks Conservancy's (HPPC) sixth annual Waterfront 5K. HPPC estimates that it raised over $60,000 from the event, with proceeds helping to fund its various community efforts, including gardening and clean-up projects. A complete list of race results can be found here.
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Short Film Fun-Raiser at WeWork Gotham Center -
Sept 23
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The makers of HOME AT NIGHT - a short film/thriller exploring gender and power in online dating - are hosting a 'fun-raiser' to celebrate and support women in independent film. Meet the film's women-powered crew, browse original artworks by female artists and learn about the process of independent filmmaking. The event takes place at LICP Member WeWork's Gotham Center location. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Details here.
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AirTrain LGA MWBE LBE & SDVOB Industry Forum -
Sept 29
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Astoria Film Festival at Kaufman Astoria Studios Returns - October 1-31
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The fourth annual Astoria Film Festival (AFF) returns, featuring 90+ works from emerging and underrepresented filmmakers from Queens and around the world. All films and in-person events will also be available for streaming online. Find showtimes and the event schedule here.
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New York Irish Center Announces Fall/Winter Programming |
LICP Member New York Irish Center, located at 10-40 Jackson Ave., has announced its upcoming fall program under the supervision of its new executive director, George C. Heslin. Sample programming includes a comedy series, walking tours, Irish language classes and live dioramas in celebration of Halloween and Christmas. Fall schedule here.
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New Member Spotlight: Plant Apartments |
Handmade in Long Island City, Plant Apartments, LLC makes concrete plant pots in a variety of sizes and colors that are sure to be the perfect home for your houseplants. Reach out to Remy@plantapartment.com for wholesale, retail and partnership queries. Make sure to also follow @PlantApartments on Instagram.
Are you a local artist or craftsperson? We have special membership options just for you. Learn more here.
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Webinar on Labor & Employment Law - Oct 19 |
Join LICP on October 19 at 9:00 a.m. for the third and final LIC Talks Labor & Employment sessions with LICP Member Farrell Fritz on Harassment & Discrimination in the Workplace. Details here.
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Help Greater Astoria Historical Society Following Hurricane Ida Damage - (GoFundMe) |
The Greater Astoria Historical Society, a local non-profit known for its preservation work and LICP Member, is asking for your help to salvage many of its historical books and collections damaged during Hurricane Ida; many items were waterlogged and show signs of mold. The organization seeks your help so that it can purchase new shelving, archival materials and cleaning supplies. Donations can be made here.
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Impacted By Hurricane Ida? Help is Available |
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Many businesses are still recovering from the impact of Hurricane Ida, especially in Western Queens which was particularly hard-hit. Here are a number of resources if you were affected:
LIC Partnership/BID Assistance
Have you seen damage — especially if looks dangerous — along LIC's major thoroughfares? If so, please send an email to Dana Leventhal, our BID Operations and Retail Support Manager, at dleventhal@licpartnership.org. Inclusion of pictures and/or videos of damage is helpful so that we can quickly assess the problem and connect you with the appropriate services.
311
Call 311 for Assistance with flooding, tree removal and fallen trees on city property.
NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS)
SBS has released guidance for local businesses and organizations claiming post-storm insurance assistance and encourages the following steps:
- Immediately contact your insurance company or broker/agent.
- Carefully read your insurance policy to understand what losses are covered.
- Take photographs or a video of the damaged areas and assets to help with your claim.
- Don’t remove any damaged property until the insurance adjuster has assessed the damage and made an official report.
- Make only those repairs necessary to prevent any further damage; if you make permanent repairs unauthorized by the insurance company, they may not be covered.
- Keep all receipts for repairs and temporary business expenses.
- To help establish the value of your claim, prepare a detailed inventory of all damaged or destroyed property (item, quantity, date of purchase, cost at purchase, age, and estimated replacement cost), along with your pre-loss photographs.
- Accompany the adjuster to point out damage during the inspection.
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If the settlement offered by the insurance company seems unfair, contact the New York State Insurance Department by visiting www.dfs.ny.gov.
- If the insurance company denies any part of your claim, get the denial in writing, and keep copies.
- Always contact your insurance company and claims adjuster any time you find additional damage not previously reported.
Still have questions? Call the SBS hotline at 888-SBS-4NYC (888-727-4692), or visit its website here.
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Key to NYC: Conflict Resolution for Businesses. These resources will help you understand how to deescalate potential conflict:
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See short guide on resolution tips for businesses and workers here.
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For training on conflict resolution, see here.
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For information about mediation for an ongoing issue or conflict between a neighborhood resident and a business, go here.
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To dispute a penalty, see here.
The NYC Vaccine Referral Bonus program incentivizes community- and faith-based organizations to encourage members of their neighborhoods to get vaccinated by awarding $100 for each person they refer who gets their first vaccine at a City-run site. When a person makes an appointment ahead of time or walks up, they can select the organization that referred them to get vaccinated. Once the person receives their first dose, the referral organization will be credited $100, up to a total of $20,000.For more information, see here.
There will be subcontracting opportunities for MWBE, LBE & SDVOB in The LaGuardia AirTrain project. On Wednesday, September 29 at 11am, there will be a virtual event that elaborate on projects in design, construction, operations, and maintenance for MWBE, LBE, and SDVOB in LaGuardia AirTrain procurement.
If interested, please sign up here for additional information.
The SBA announced changes to the COVID EIDL, effective on September 9:
- Loan amount increased: The SBA increased the loan limit from $500,000 to $2 Million.
- Extended Deferred Payment Period: Businesses do not have to make payment until 24 months after loan origination.
- 30 Day Exclusivity period: The SBA will implement a 30-day period of approving and disbursing funds for loans of $500,000 or less. Loans of over $500,000 or more will start to be disbursed on October 8.
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Use of funds has extended to include prepay commercial debt and make payments on federal business debt.
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It might be the first day of fall, but we're pretty sure that our favorite cantilever cross over looks good in any season. Thanks to @kalgregor for capturing the Ed Koch Queensboro Bridge in all of its glory.
#LICLocal on Instagram or Twitter to submit your photo of the week!
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Thank you to our 2021 Annual Sponsors |
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