Councilwoman Carlina Rivera 利華娜

📰 Check out our latest e-newsletter that highlights recent work, and what Carlina has accomplished over the last eight years in service of our community. https://us14.campaign-archive.com/?u=ab4cc26b0824920e0a045aa19&id=6c950d2639

City Council voted to approve Carlina’s Introduction 1100-2024, which will change supportive housing rules in the city to help break the cycle of homelessness and incarceration for thousands of our neighbors. Until now, if someone was homeless and then incarcerated, whether at Rikers, in a State prison, or in a court-ordered mental health facility, that time didn’t count toward their eligibility for supportive housing. In effect, the clock reset, forcing too many people back into shelters or onto the streets after discharge.

Supportive housing provides stable homes and wrap-around services for people living with serious mental illness or substance use disorders. It’s proven to reduce recidivism, improve health, and save public dollars. Most importantly, it restores dignity, stability, and opportunity to people who have faced serious challenges.

🚴🚶🌳 Carlina joined colleagues + advocates to celebrate a milestone for NYC’s greenway network - the rollout of her law requiring a citywide plan. Safer rides, more walking space and nature access - a big step toward a greener, healthier, more connected city!

On August 14, we will be with our partners at City Hall Park to support INT 1100-2024 and demand housing justice for system impacted individuals. Join us!

Grand Street Settlement's Child and Family Centers on the Lower East Side still have spots open for the 2025-2026 school year. If you or someone you know is a working parent looking for a high-quality child care program, visit their website www.grandsettlement.org to learn more or enroll today!

NOW IN EFFECT

✅ Local Law 40, sponsored by Councilwoman Carlina Rivera 利華娜

Requires New York City Department of Correction to create a child visitor program in City jails, report on it annually, and ensure all new jails have specially designed visiting areas for children.

Join the The Lower Eastside Girls Club for a Back-to-School Giveaway, where youth will receive free school supplies donated by Trinity Church and clothing for the upcoming school year. RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfTq96nMsB_u8WBuAsTp3jk1uZbFrraopzo-zfr2DGIrkFgSQ/viewform

Free Back-to-School Giveaway TODAY from 5–7PM at Tompkins Square Park (9th St entrance)! Join us for free backpacks, school supplies, compost bins, snacks, face painting & more. Don’t miss it! 🎒📚

We’re expanding 7-day library service! 📚 Last year, we fought hard to restore the mayor’s cuts to 7-day service. This year, 11 new branches will have Sunday service thanks to the $2M we proposed and secured. See you on Sundays! Read more: https://council.nyc.gov/press/2025/08/04/2933/

Free Back-to-School Giveaway on Wednesday, August 6 from 5–7PM at Tompkins Square Park (9th St entrance)! Join us for free backpacks, school supplies, compost bins, snacks, face painting & more. Don’t miss it! 🎒📚

🚨 NEW: NYC Placed Under Travel Advisory Ahead of Heavy Rain & Flash Flood Threat Thu-Fri

🌧️ Flood Watch begins 2PM Thursday: 1.5–3” inches of rain expected citywide, more possible in some areas

⚠️ Flash flooding could develop quickly, especially Thu afternoon & evening. Low-lying areas and streets that flood often may see rapid water buildup

🚫 Avoid non-essential travel during the height of the storm. Roads and subways could flood with little warning

🏠 If you live in a basement or flood-prone home, prepare now and consider relocating to a safer place before the rain begins on Thursday

📲 Stay informed. Sign up for free emergency alerts from Notify NYC at nyc.gov/NotifyNYC or call 311