Bronx Times Reporter: July 13, 2018
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July 13-19, 2018 Your Neighborhood — Your News® 75 cents SERVING THROGGS NECK, PELHAM BAY, COUNTRY CLUB, CITY ISLAND, WESTCHESTER SQUARE, MORRIS PARK, VAN NEST, PELHAM PARKWAY, CASTLE HILL, ALLERTON PAY-TO-RIDE 2-WHEELERS Fordham area to test feasibility of dockless bikes BY SARAH VALENZUELA would listen to the communi- Kingsbridge Road. A new dockless bike share ty’s reviews as the bikes are The two companies as- pilot program is planned for implemented. signed to operate the bikes in Fordham. While most Bronx- “We think dockless bikes the borough, ofo and JUMP, ites were enthusiastic about will be a great addition to our noted their respective com- the plan, others expressed transportation needs here panies would be in charge of some concerns. in the Bronx,” stated CB 7’s maintaining the bikes and On Tuesday, July 3, the Ischia Bravo . monitoring their locations NYC Department of Trans- During the planning to ensure they remain in the portation shared the details phase for the project, DOT designated area. of its Five Borough Bike presented the bike-share pi- The Bronx Times spoke Share pilot program. lot’s plans with CB 7, who to a few longtime and former In the announcement, helped them map out the geo- residents of the affected ar- Borough President Ruben graphical region of the pro- eas prior to the start of the Diaz, Jr. and Community gram, according to DOT. pilot, many of who expressed Board 7 district manager The 200 regular and pedal- a general interest for the pro- Ischia Bravo, shared their assist dockless bikes coming gram, but were a little skepti- optimism for the project. to Fordham will encompass cal about its effectiveness or “My constituents have the area between the New necessity. long called for the expansion York Botanical Garden and “I wouldn’t say there’s a of bike sharing programs Bronx Zoo to the east and need for such a program but into the Bronx,” said the bor- the Harlem River to the west, it would defi nitely be cool,” ough president in a state- reaching as far south as Cro- Appetite For Adventure ment, explaining his offi ce tona Park and as far north as Continued on Page 62 Bronxites were in for a treat as they celebrated the Bronx Night Market’s grand opening on Saturday, June 30 at Fordham Plaza. Street renamed in honor of Det. Familia Urban mixologist Bruce ‘Blue’ Rodriguez helped satisfy every- one’s cravings for exotic treats. See spread on page 30. BY SARAH VALENZUELA by the NYPD pipes and drums, During the procession to Photo by Miriam Quin One year after the tragic to the intersection outside the the precinct, O’Neill along murder of detective fi rst class precinct. with fellow women and men Miosotis Familia, a street was “I wish we could go back in in blue marched alongside Fa- renamed in her honor. time and undo it all because milia’s three children, who On Thursday, July 5 scores Miosotis didn’t deserve to be spoke at the street renaming of community members, law targeted the way she was,” ceremony, still visibly pained enforcement offi cials and said NYPD commissioner by the loss of their only par- loved ones descended upon James P. O’Neill. ent. the corner of Ryer Avenue and “There’s nothing I can say Genesis explained her East 181st street, right outside that will bring her back, but mother had always been self- the 46th Precinct, in remem- each and every day we think less and cared for others, brance of her. about her and her legacy,” con- standing up to her own bullies The morning’s events tinued Commissioner O’Neill, and that of her fellow peers, started with a memorial ser- addressing Familia’s three while growing up. vice at the World Changers children, 21-year-old Gen- “A hero is someone who Church on Grand Concourse, esis Villela and 13-year-olds followed by a procession, led Delilah and Peter Vega. Continued on Page 62 A CNG Publication • Vol. 38 No. 28 www.bxtimes.com GoFor To More Our Blog Information To See Our Weekly Visit Specials!Us At VistVisit Our Our New www.bronxdentistny.comNEW Web-ite: Web-Site: www.reliablebronxdentist.com www.reliablebronxdentist.com GOT IMPLANTS DON’T KNOW WHAT TO DO NEXT COME SEE US (718) 547-5280 2 BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JULY 13-19, 2018 BTR $10 million in south Bronx DRI improvement awards BY PATRICK ROCCHIO bounds, increasing amenities A large swath of the lower to existing south Bronx resi- borough will be benefi ting dents and bringing further in- from projects funded as part of vestment and community pride a ‘downtown’ revitalization ef- to the Bronx.” fort. Borough President Ruben Offi cials were on hand on Diaz, Jr. said that the governor Tuesday, July 3 to hear which continues to prove himself an projects will be funded through ally, adding it this is part of an the south Bronx’ $10 million “ongoing positive transforma- Downtown Revitalization Ini- tion” of the borough. tiative award from New York “By listening to the specifi c state. needs of our community, these Twelve projects to enhanc- DRI projects will bring new life ing the quality-of-life in the and vitality to our area by pro- ‘Bronx’s Civic Center’ were se- viding strategic resources to lected after months of commu- existing amenities and making nity input, according to sources it a more walkable, enjoyable The audience listened as the governor announced 12 projects in the south Bronx as part of a $10 million Down- familiar with the DRI. place to live,” said Diaz. town Revitalization Initiative award. Photo by Edwin Soto East 144th Street on the Among the larger projects, south, East 161st Street on the the Bronx Civic Center DRI tor. projects. grade a swimming pool at the north, St. Ann’s and Third av- includes $2.5 million to create “I think historically the “We are certainly grateful BronxWorks on the Grand Con- enues on the east and the Har- a pedestrian plaza linking the Bronx has never gotten the for the investment because it course, a renovation that builds lem River on the west bind the ‘Hub’ and the lower Grand Con- type of capital allocation it has is going to allow us to do some on the work of a recently com- funded area. course; over $1 million to beau- deserved,” said Cintron. things I think the commu- pleted 14-month rehabilitation, The Governor Cuomo initia- tify streetscapes around East “We have had $15 billion nity has been asking for,” said according to a spokeswoman. tive included the communities 149th Street and $1 million for in private investment in the Brady. It includes $630,000 to im- of Melrose and Morrisania, in a Business Improvement Fund borough,” she said. “We want The BID is overseeing three prove Melrose Commons com- a second cohort of DRI funding helping property owners with to make sure our community of the 12 projects, one of which munity gardens; $260,000 for a throughout the state. façade improvements. spaces and businesses begin to includes $520,000 to develop New Pregones Theater space; “The Bronx Civic Cen- The projects will enhance match the development.” two outdoor cafés at the Ro- $437,000 to expand low-cost ter neighborhood is the heart the quality of life for residents Michael Brady, HUB Third berto Clemente Plaza. broadband access in Melrose of the bustling Bronx and it and the infrastructure for busi- Avenue BID executive director, The DRI included $1.7 mil- Commons; $250,000 to refresh must be showcased,” Cuomo nesses, said Marlene Cintron, said that his organization was lion to renovate the Andrew the Bronx Walk of Fame; and said. “These projects will ad- Bronx Overall Economic De- part of the planning committee Freedman Home’s Cultural $227,000 to create a walkway vance the borough by leaps and velopment Corporation direc- that solicited feedback on the Arts Center, $429,000 to up- near Yankee Stadium. 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