Community Alerts 12.10.25
Traffic Alerts
Alternate Side Parking: Alternate side parking regulations will be suspended on Thursday, December 25, for Christmas Day, Thursday, January 1, for New Year’s Day, and Tuesday, January 6, for Three Kings’ Day. The full NYC ASP calendar can be found here.
Gridlock Alert Days: The NYC Department of Transportation has classified Wednesday, December 10, through Thursday, December 18, as Gridlock Alert Days due to expected heavy traffic. For more information, click here.
Community Update: Extell Development’s 67th Street Redevelopment (Former ABC/Disney Campus)
Extell Development is doing demolition work at the former ABC/Disney site (West 66th to 67th Streets). Sign up here to receive Community Board 7’s e-newsletter, which will have construction updates about this project. Use this form to submit comments or questions about the project to Community Board 7.
From Monday, December 8 to Sunday, December 21, the scope of work includes demolition of the existing buildings located at 147 Columbus Avenue, 149 Columbus Avenue, 77 West 66th Street, and 47 West 66th Street. Hauling and trucking will take place, as needed, to facilitate the removal of building elements on 66th Street and 67th Street. Pedestrian, bicycle, and vehicular routes will remain open around the construction site, per approvals from the NYC DOT. Flagmen will be deployed to construction trucking entry and exit locations. The work hours of operation are anticipated to be 7:00am to 6:00pm from Monday to Friday. Hours for Saturday, if needed, will be 9:00am to 5:00pm. Activities will be limited to carting and interior work in order to limit any disruption.
West 68th Street Block Association’s Holiday Events
On Wednesday, December 17, the West 68th Street Block Association is hosting a Strolling Street Sing-Along. They will meet at 67 Wine (179 Columbus Avenue at 68th Street) at 6:00pm, and then continue down West 68th Street, singing songs for the season. They are also hosting a holiday party at Il Violino (180 Columbus Avenue at 68th Street) on Tuesday, December 16, at 8:30pm. RSVP here.
Cybersecurity Training for Small Businesses
The NYC Department of Small Business Services is hosting a clinic on Tuesday, December 16, at 5:00pm, to help small businesses learn about the top cyber threats during the holiday season. Sign up here for the free event, which is taking place at St. John’s University in Queens.
Greenmarket Closed for Holidays
The Greenmarket at Richard Tucker Park (Broadway and 65th Street) will be closed on Thursday, December 25, for Christmas Day, and Thursday, January 1, for New Year’s Day. Regular market operations will resume on Saturdays from 8:00am to 4:00pm.
Rewards for Catching Illegal Dumping
The New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY) is offering financial rewards for video evidence of illegal dumping of trash. Illegal dumping refers to dumping trash from a vehicle, so it is distinct from littering. If you witness someone illegally dumping trash, DSNY encourages you to take a video with a clear picture of the license plate, but not to approach or engage with the lawbreakers. More information on the reward programs and how to submit the evidence can be found here.
MetroCard Sales Ending
MetroCard sales will end after December 31, but MetroCards can continue to be used to pay for rides into 2026. The MTA recommends that you spend down the value on your MetroCard before it expires. Remaining balances will be eligible for transfer or reimbursement for two years after the expiration date on the MetroCard. To learn more about OMNY, the payment system that’s replacing MetroCards, click here.
New York State’s Plastic Bag Ban
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation reminds you that businesses, retailers, stores, vendors, and any others required to collect New York State sales tax are prohibited from distributing plastic carryout bags. All New York City businesses covered by the ban must charge $0.05 for each paper bag. Although all types of plastic film bags are banned by default, bulk items, prepared food, and uncooked meats are some of the items exempt from this ban. For more information about this law, click here.
NYC Restaurant Week Sign Up
The next NYC Restaurant Week will run from Tuesday, January 20, to Thursday, February 12. Restaurants interested in participating in the program can learn more and register here.
