Buffalo Masten District

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day! 🛠👷🏾‍♀️🏭

Today is about celebrating the workers and union leaders who secured the worker protections so many of us enjoy today.

From minimum wage laws to the 40-hour work week to workplace safety standards, their achievements have saved lives, raised living standards, and allowed countless Americans to lead balanced and fulfilling lives.

Let’s honor and thank the workers who fought for a fair deal, secured these rights, and built this country.

09/05/2026

The City of Buffalo has a new 311 Pothole Tracker to keep residents up to date on the status of repairs to potholes reported to 311.

You can report potholes by calling 311, using the City of Buffalo 311 app, or online through either the 311 page or the Pothole Tracker: https://www.buffalony.gov/1934/311-Pothole-Tracker

09/04/2026

The City of Buffalo will hold an emergency trash pickup on Monday, September 7 to assist residents whose homes were impacted by the flooding from intense rainstorms Thursday evening. Residents on affected streets should place bulk items at the curb by 7AM Monday.

City employees are still assessing impacted areas and identifying streets to include in the emergency pickup routes.

Residents who experienced flooding can alert the City by calling 311 or by using the Buffalo 311 app or online reporting system: https://www.buffalony.gov/463/Contact-311

09/04/2026

September is a time to have a difficult but necessary conversation – about su***de prevention.

Every year, nearly 50,000 Americans lose their lives at their own hand – each one a tragedy that could have been prevented.

National Su***de Prevention Awareness Month is about reaching those who are struggling and spreading a simple message: you are valued, you should not suffer in silence, and help is out there.

If you or someone you know is struggling, please consider the following resources:

📲 Call or text the 988 Su***de and Crisis Lifeline

📱 Call the 24-hour Crisis Hotline at 716-834-3131

🔗 Visit CrisisServices.org for more information and support.

09/04/2026

PLEASE SHARE!! The babies are back in school and having access to the internet is crucial to their success. Free internet is available! Apply Here: https://www.t-mobile.com/brand/project-10-million

Happy first day of school to all of our BPS students! Does your family need internet at home?

09/01/2026

Hey Masten! Stay current on all the great things happening in the September issue of the Masten District Newsletter. We are back in session and have a lot of exciting things on the horizon! As always, stay safe & informed.

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09/01/2026

Last night, we brought together food and beverage vendors, retail businesses, and entrepreneurs for the Hood Taste of Buffalo Permits & Inspections Meeting at the Northland Workforce Training Center!

This informational session was all about preparation, education, and opportunity—helping prospective vendors better understand permits, inspections, licensing requirements, and the steps needed to participate in the Hood Taste of Buffalo and other large community events.

We were proud to welcome key representatives from local agencies and organizations who shared their expertise, answered questions, and connected attendees with the resources they need to navigate the application and compliance process with confidence.

When we equip our small businesses with the right information and resources, we create more opportunities for them to showcase their talents, grow their businesses, and thrive right here in our community. Thank you to everyone who joined us and to our partners for helping make this conversation possible!

08/27/2026

Please be advised, if you have a broken street light, you should contact National Grid at 800-642-4272 or via the form at https://streetlights.nationalgrid.com/OutageWarning.

Broken street lights can pose a hazard and should be avoided until it has been repaired. Please report broken street lights to help keep our community safe.

08/26/2026

The new and improved Dress for Success Buffalo is now open for business. I was proud to celebrate their return to Downtown Buffalo with their new Workforce Development Career Center! 👠✨

Dress for Success does more than provide professional clothing — they help women build confidence, access resources, and feel empowered to take their next step toward employment and beyond.

Congratulations to Michelle Barron on 12 years of incredible leadership and to the entire Dress for Success team for continuing to create opportunities and uplift women in our community.

For more information visit: https://buffalo.dressforsuccess.org

📸: Kalvin Booker

08/25/2026

Please note the City of Buffalo is not holding bulk trash collection this fall. 🗑♻️

However, residents can leave up to three pieces of bulk trash with their usual trash collection.

Residents can also drop off additional bulk trash items at the East Side Transfer Station, 793 S. Ogden St.