
04/06/2022
If you live in the Pratt-Willert neighborhood, you should be in attendance for tonight’s meeting to discuss neighborhood improvements. See the flyer for details.
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If you live in the Pratt-Willert neighborhood, you should be in attendance for tonight’s meeting to discuss neighborhood improvements. See the flyer for details.
Sorry for the late notice but our office just received the flyer about this meeting tonight at Dorothy Collier Center. This meeting regarding Masten Park and the neighborhood improvements.
Tomorrow, the City of Buffalo will be hosting a webinar regarding 204 High Street property. This meeting will be held virtually at 6:00pm. If interested, please reach out to City Planner Nkosi Alleyne via email at [email protected] or call 716-851-5082 for the WebEx info.
Last week, we took part in the announcement of City of Buffalo Parks Master Plan. Part of this plan, includes the $23 million investment into the Johnnie B. Wiley Sports Pavilion Masten Park, something Council President Darius G Pridgen has been advocating for over the years.
This morning, we celebrated the Grand Opening of Three Stories Coffee at 1021 Broadway. It’s a great partnership with 716 Ministries and the community with in-store manager, Herman Cooks. If you get the chance stop by and support!
Thank you YMCA Buffalo Niagara for taking the time to interview Council President Pridgen for Black History Month.
Residents and Stakeholders of the Ellicott District: We are looking for your recommendations on what streets need to be paved, sidewalks to be replaced, or streets/neighborhoods that are interested in speed humps. Please provide suggestions on this post, so we can have our Department of Public Works create a plan for the Ellicott District.
Tomorrow, Crystal D. Peoples-Stokes, NYS Assemblywoman partners with Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center for a Job Fair and Resume Writing Workshop at the Delavan-Grider Community Center from 3-6pm. Details are on the flyer.
Special Presentation - Michigan Street African American Heritage Corridor - Buffalo Common Council Meeting 2/8/2022
The Michigan Street African American Heritage Corridor would like to invite you to our MLK Day of Caring at 9 AM on January 17th. We have partnered the Monarch of Infinite Possibilities to host a 1-hour clean-up along the historic Michigan Ave. in the heart of Buffalo's East side.
Participants are asked to gather on the grounds of the Michigan Street Baptist Church at 8:45 am ready to clean-up and pick up trash along Michigan Ave. There will be free coffee and donuts. Instructions and cleaning supplies will be given out upon arrival, but if you have a favorite tool please feel free to bring it!
We are asking all participants to wear a mask and pre-register for the "MLK Day of Caring Community Clean-up" below!
https://www.michiganstreetbuffalo.org/mlk-day
Congratulations to Council President Darius G Pridgen for being voted in unanimously for another term as Council President of the Buffalo Common Council! He was sworn in today during the bi-annual Reorganization Meeting by Buffalo City Court Judge Betty Calvo-Torres.
Mark your calendars so you can share your thoughts on streetscape concepts for Jefferson Avenue. This project is focusing on Jefferson Ave, between Main and Best Streets. There are three meetings listed on the flyer with different locations. Please make sure you share and attend. Masks are required for all meetings.
We are currently in the recruitment process for a Council Staff attorney. If you know a qualified attorney who is a resident of the City of Buffalo and would like to be considered, please have them apply.
Link: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/2796454747?fbclid=IwAR3Bc46xC6OqG9rVERqFnzw6ArTlvUsCJIJCoCUz3o7lREeYTrht_Pp-5BU
Posted 8:20:29 PM. This position will act as the lead staff attorney serving as legal counsel to the City of Buffalo’s…See this and similar jobs on LinkedIn.
On November 16, 2021, Council President Darius G Pridgen introduced a resolution, and the Council unanimously adopted the item titled "Pridgen - Protecting Tenants with Legislative Solutions". This resolution calls on the Council to provide public input and to perform extensive research on a slate of legislative ideas to strengthen tenant rights in the City of Buffalo. This public input process will last until January 1, 2022.
Here is the link to submit comments:
On November 16, 2021, the Buffalo Common Council unanimously adopted the resolution titled Pridgen - Protecting Tenants with Legislative Solutions. This resolution calls on the Council to provide public input and to perform extensive research on a slate of legislative ideas to strengthen tenant righ...
It’s that time of year again, our annual Senior Citizens Halloween Party, Drive-Thru Edition! We will be at the William Emslie YMCA on Friday, October 29 beginning at 11am. To register, please call 716-845-5440. Prizes are still be given out for best costumes.
We are grateful to our sponsors and those that are helping make this even a great success!
Today we joined Stephen Butler and the community as they cut the ribbon on the second location of IKE & BG'S Restuarant in Downtown Buffalo (56 Niagara St.) They also announced plans for expansion at their current location on Genesee Street.
New Rental Inspections Program: Impact on Tenants
Thursday, October 7, 2021, 12pm-1:30pm
Do you work with tenants who live in one- or two-unit homes? The City of Buffalo may be contacting them to inspect their apartments. They’re starting a new program to make sure apartments are safe to live in within the City of Buffalo. How will this work? What do tenants need to know? What are landlords responsible for? What will happen after the inspection? Come to our informational event on Thursday, October 7th, at 12pm to find out.
Event hosted by: Partnership for the Public Good and City of Buffalo Inspections Dept.
Register here: https://bit.ly/PRITenants
Tenants, tenant advocates, and service providers are invited to attend and learn more.
Yesterday, we were excited to attend the Kick-off Celebration for Hispanic Heritage Month. Hispanic and Latino professionals, educators, scientists, artists help make our communities more resilient & equitable. We celebrate the start of that runs through October 15.
Today was a busy day in the Ellicott District. We were only able to make it to a few of the many events happening today. Pictures here are moments from Mt. Moriah MBC Community Day on Northampton, the Jefferson Ave. Business Bazaar, and the Frederick Douglas Apt Family.
Buffalo Ellicott District updated their address.
Today will be the first Wellness Power Pop-Up event from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. There will be City Hall departments and community organizations all tabling and offering resources that all center around the concept of wellness to residents. Event will take place at 238 Carlton Street.
Good to be back in Council Chambers for today’s meeting. You can always tune in to meetings at Buffalo Common Council FB page.
Yesterday, Council President Darius G Pridgen had the privilege of attending the ribbon cutting ceremony for the new “Dr. Eva Doyle Auditorium” at the Merriweather Library. What a tremendous way to honor the life and work of Dr. Eva Doyle. Make sure you stop by and check out not only the auditorium, but grab a book from the library while you’re there.
Today, Council President stood with his colleagues on the Council and the Administration to announced a proposed plan to spend $13 million to expand the Water and Sewer Amnesty program to provide financial assistance residents who are behind on their water or sewer bill.
The announcement also included a policy to permanently end shut-offs for low-income residents who are struggling to stay current on their water and sewer bill payments. If you would like more information on the programs, you can reach out to Buffalo Water at 716-847-1065.
In an effort to honor the freedom that Juneteenth celebrates, there is a Seal & Expungement of Criminal Records event. This event will begin the process of expunging and sealing criminal records for those disproportionately impacted by the failed “War on Drugs”. This event is being hosted by Rashied Hamid McDuffie and Buffalo Nan. Please see the flyer for information on how to register.
On Saturday, Council President Darius G Pridgen was able to stand with and introduce Kelly Diane Galloway and participants of The FreeThem Walk. They will being an over 900 mile walk from Lynchburg, VA back to Buffalo to bring awareness about human trafficking.
To learn more or support, go to: www.theefreethemwalk.com
Don't miss the Be in Buffalo Virtual Career Fair! Connect with career opportunities of all levels at some of WNY's most innovative companies. Tuesday, May 4th from 11am - 2pm - Register for free today!
To register, click this link: https://app.brazenconnect.com/events/0ZVo0?utm_medium=Partners&utm_source=LB%2C+Buf+Bridge%2C+etc.
Yesterday, it was announced that Sheila Brown & Vision Multi Media Group, parent company of Power 96.5 WNY, is being recommended as the tenant for the renovated 509 Michigan building.
In a statement by Council President Pridgen:
“I am excited to hear the recommendation that will be submitted to the Common Council for an occupant to 509 Michigan.”, said Council President Pridgen. “As Ellicott District Councilmember, 509 Michigan has been a focus of mine for a couple reasons: It’s placement in the historic Michigan Avenue Corridor and its proximity to the first known Archway in the City of Buffalo. This recommendation is another step toward the continuation of making the Corridor a travel destination in Western New York.”
https://buffalonews.com/news/local/wufo-radio-selected-for-location-in-african-american-heritage-corridor/article_0eb46f7e-a3b4-11eb-9fbe-1754497ce93c.html
A Black-owned Buffalo radio station will occupy a soon-to-be-renovated building in the city's African American Heritage Corridor.
This morning we were able to celebrate the opening of the Belmont Housing Resources for WNY, Inc. Financial Education Center, powered by Northwest Bank. The Center is open to provide information to individuals looking to enter the housing market.
Also, earlier this week, murals were unveiled on the Jefferson Avenue buildings in cooperation with the tenants and neighbors. Thanks to People Inc. for your work and dedication.
For our Lower West Side residents by Niagara and 7th Streets, please make sure you in attendance for this project for a new Tim Hortons’s at 380 Niagara Street. This Zoom meeting will be Wednesday, March 31 at 5:30pm.
In the Ellicott District, one of the biggest challenges we work on is "slumlord" properties. We are looking for community input again, identifying problem properties in our district. They can be residential or commercial structures.
We are not trying to humiliate or attack struggling homeowners, but those who receive income for their property should be taking care of their properties.
You can call our office at 716-851-4980 or email [email protected] to inform us of the property and we will reach out and investigate the property in question.
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