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Inside Roosevelt Island’s Futuristic Pneumatic Tube Trash System

Untapped New York writes an article about their recent visit to the Roosevelt Island AVAC facility. Please click here for the latest.https://untappedcities.com/2020/04/09/inside-roosevelt-islands-futuristic-pneumatic-tube-trash-system/

REMINDER - Please Stay Home

Despite reports about some positive indicators pertaining to the coronavirus (COVID-19), we ask you to continue to follow social distancing protocols. If you or a loved one are feeling ill, please stay home and contact your healthcare provider immediately to discuss next steps. For more information, please visit coronavirus.health.ny.gov/home

Governor Cuomo’s Daily Updates

For anyone who would like to tune into Governor Cuomo’s daily updates, please visit his website: governor.ny.gov/news

Census 2020

If you haven’t received your invitation to complete the Census in the mail, you can still respond online. Visitmy2020census.gov/app/intro/state and be sure to select the "If you do not have a Census ID, click here" link. #LetsGetCountedNY

Grab and Go Meals for All New Yorkers at PS/IS 217 on Roosevelt Island

This program is expanding to three (3) free meals to adults at all sites. No one will be turned away.

Hours (Monday – Friday):

• 7:30am-11:30am for families and children
• 11:30am-1:30pm for adults

Food Pantries

Please go to maps.nyc.gov/foodhelp to find out food pantries, community kitchens and other food sources. If you know of a senior who is in need of attention of any kind, please contact the Public Safety Department immediately at 212-832-4545.

Pharmacies offer free home delivery to New Yorkers 

After speaking with the state’s major pharmacy chains, pharmacies have agreed to offer free home delivery to help reduce long lines for prescriptions at their facilities.

Mental Health Hotline

We can’t underestimate the impact this pandemic is having on mental health. For free emotional support, consultation and referral to a provider, call 1-844-863-9314.

Transportation Updates

• Red Buses will continue to run on a Weekend Schedule and the Trams will continue to operate as normal until further notice.
• NYC Ferry - ferry.nyc – check for changes
• MTA - new.mta.info – check for changes