NYCHA

NYCHA Recovery and Resilience Red Hook Houses Update

When: Dec 20, 2022-Jan 21, 2023

Where: NYCHA Red Hook Houses

The New York City Housing Authority is building back safer, stronger and smarter by improving structural resiliency and infrastructure protection at Red Hook Houses. NYCHA’s Recovery and Resilience Department (R&R) is pushing design boundaries in building reinforcements, storm surge protection, and infrastructure upgrades. Below, please find the latest R&R construction update for Red Hook Houses. To learn more about the R&R program visit https://www1.nyc.gov/site/nycha/about/recovery-resiliency.page Power Plant & Pods Phase Percentage Completion: 53% Project Start: Q4 2019 Anticipated Completion: Q1 2024 Ongoing Activities: • New plantings by building 6 (62 Mill) as part of the site restoration pilot work • Painting and installation of waterlines at the West Pod by building 1W (135 Richards) • Construction of lily pad passive flood protection measures by buildings 2W (147 Richards) and 3W (100 Dwight), 5 (748 Henry), 6 (791 Hicks), and 7 (772 Henry) o The flood protection measures will help keep water out of flood-prone areas during a storm • Installation of sprinkler system, medium temperature hot water piping, and elevators in the East Plant o The new East Plant will hold standby generators and boiler equipment above the flood level to provide full backup power and heat to NYCHA Red Hook buildings • Continued construction of all utility pods (small buildings) including but not limited to installation of framing, brick facades, electrical equipment, and roofing • Installation of site lighting posts and conduit throughout the site o The new site lighting will be brighter and more energy efficient • Basement floodproofing work throughout the site to protect flood-prone areas o All basements except for building 6 (62 Mill Street) are expected to be completed by the end of 2023 • Temporary street parking closures at Columbia between Bush and Mill Street to facilitate the installation of underground conduit that will help better protect Red Hook buildings from unplanned utility outages • Relocation of maintenance and management spaces to facilitate floodproofing work in building basements Upcoming Activities: • Construction of lily pad passive flood protection measures by remaining buildings throughout the site • Construction of new trash area at the West Pod by building 1W (135 Richards) Other: • NYCHA’s Pest Management Department has been conducting regular visits to Red Hook to install and/or service bait stations, collapse rodent burrows, and close gaps in building basements to reduce the rodent population on site. o Additionally, the Sandy contractor has continued to install and/or service bait stations and collapse rat burrows every week, and clean the construction work zones daily.

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NYCHA

NYCHA Recovery and Resilience Red Hook Houses Update

When: Oct 21-Nov 25, 2022

Where: NYCHA Red Hook Houses

The New York City Housing Authority is building back safer, stronger and smarter by improving structural resiliency and infrastructure protection at Red Hook Houses. NYCHA's Recovery and Resilience Department (R&R) is pushing design boundaries in building reinforcements, storm surge protection, and infrastructure upgrades. Below, please find the latest R&R construction update for Red Hook Houses. To learn more about the R&R program visit https://www1.nyc.gov/site/nycha/about/recovery-resiliency.page Power Plant & Pods Phase Percentage Completion: 53% Project Start: Q4 2019 Anticipated Completion: Q1 2024 Ongoing Activities: • Construction of lily pad passive flood protection measures by buildings 2W (147 Richards) and 3W (100 Dwight) o The flood protection measures will help keep water out of flood-prone areas during a storm • Interior framing and waterproofing at East Plant o The new East Plant will hold standby generators and boiler equipment above the flood level to provide full backup power and heat to NYCHA Red Hook buildings • Site restoration pilot work by building 6 including new plantings and lighting o Access from Mill Street to Centre Mall between building 5 and 6 is closed but the management office is still accessible from Mill Street. • Continued construction of all utility pods (small buildings) including but not limited to installation of framing, brick facades, electrical equipment, and roofing • Installation of site lighting posts and conduit throughout the site o The new site lighting will be brighter and more energy efficient • Basement floodproofing work throughout the site to protect flood-prone areas o All basements except for building 6 (62 Mill Street) are expected to be completed by the end of 2023 Upcoming Activities: • Temporary street parking closures at Columbia between Bush and Mill Street to facilitate the installation of underground conduit that will help better protect Red Hook buildings from unplanned utility outages • Relocation of maintenance and management spaces to facilitate floodproofing work in building basements Other: • NYCHA’s Pest Management Department has been conducting regular visits to Red Hook to install and/or service bait stations, collapse rodent burrows, and close gaps in building basements to reduce the rodent population on site. o Additionally, the Sandy contractor has continued to install and/or service bait stations every month and clean the construction work zones daily.

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Community, Employment, Environmental, Information, NYCHA

Roof RETI Solar Training

When: Oct 4 4:00 pm-Sep 6, 2022 5:00 pm

Where: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85908691069?pwd=UHE0WGVGUFp4ejU5QUthTmhJcVRZdz09

Roof RETI Solar Training is a 3-week workforce training program that will prepare you to get a start in the in-demand solar industry. The course provides certifications in OSHA-40, GPRO Fundamentals, and solar PV installation. Join this info session to learn more! www.reticenter.org

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Class, Housing Resources, Information, Housing, Information, NYCHA

Affordable Housing Career Training Program

When: Wednesday, September 28, 2022

Where: Brooklyn, NY

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Community Meeting, Community, Housing, Information, NYCHA

Monthly Red Hook Local Leaders Meeting

When: Sep 29, 2022 6:00-8:00 pm

Where: Virtual

WE ARE HAVING OUR MONTHLY LOCAL LEADERS MEETING 

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 28TH, 6:00PM ONLINE VIA ZOOM.

PLEASE SEE THE ZOOM LOGIN INFORMATION BELOW:

Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85833244042?pwd=cUNxNGtraWZVZHhwbjZRd2V5M0NmUT09 Meeting ID: 858 3324 4042 Passcode: 946459 One tap mobile +19292056099,,85833244042#,,,,*946459# US (New York)

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NYCHA

NYCHA Recovery and Resilience Red Hook Houses Update

When: Jul 5-Aug 5, 2022

Where: NYCHA Red Hook Houses

The New York City Housing Authority is building back safer, stronger and smarter by improving structural resiliency and infrastructure protection at Red Hook Houses. NYCHA's Recovery and Resilience Department (R&R) is pushing design boundaries in building reinforcements, storm surge protection, and infrastructure upgrades. Below, please find the latest R&R construction update for Red Hook Houses. To learn more about the R&R program visit https://www1.nyc.gov/site/nycha/about/recovery-resiliency.page Power Plant & Pods Phase Percentage Completion: 49% Project Start: Q4 2019 Anticipated Completion: Q4 2023 Ongoing Activities: • Installation of site lighting posts and conduit throughout the site o The new site lighting will be brighter and more energy efficient • Installation of new windows at first and second-floor apartments adjacent to the new utility pods across the site • Installation of underground conduit throughout the site including, but not limited to: o Water lines by building 2 (101 Centre Mall) o Gas, water, sewer, and storm lines at the East Plant (formerly 590 Clinton) • Pathway closure between buildings 5 (752 Henry) and 6 (62 Mill) for several weeks to facilitate site restoration work in that area o Access from Mill Street to Centre Mall between building 5 and 6 is closed but the management office is still accessible from Mill Street. • Temporary street parking closures at Columbia between Lorraine and West 9th Street to facilitate the installation of underground conduit that will help better protect Red Hook buildings from unplanned utility outages • Continued construction of all utility pods (small buildings) including but not limited to installation of framing, facades, electrical equipment, and roofing • Basement floodproofing work throughout the site to protect flood-prone areas o All basements except for building 6 (62 Mill Street) are expected to be completed by the end of 2023 • [Non-Sandy work activity] Local Law 11 façade inspection and repair is underway at buildings 1, 23, and 24 o Sidewalk sheds have been installed in those areas and will likely remain for several months Upcoming Activities: • Relocation of maintenance and management spaces to facilitate floodproofing work in building basements • Installation of conduits through Columbia Street Other: • The Sandy construction team met with the Red Hook East resident association board, property management, and NYPD to discuss the progress of construction and construction-related issues including pest mitigation and parking • NYCHA’s R&R Department is happy to welcome the newest member of the team, Teroya Huntley (Teroya.Huntley@nycha.nyc.gov) o Teroya will be assisting with community engagement efforts at Red Hook for the duration of the project and will be on site every day at the LiRo office on Columbia – stop by and say hello!

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NYCHA

NYCHA Recovery & Resilience Red Hook Houses Update

When: Feb 23-Mar 18, 2022

Where: NYCHA Red Hook Houses

To sign up for NYCHA Sandy e-mail updates please e-mail disaster.recovery@nycha.nyc.gov The New York City Housing Authority is building back safer, stronger and smarter by improving structural resiliency and infrastructure protection at Red Hook Houses. NYCHA’s Recovery and Resilience Department (R&R) is pushing design boundaries in building reinforcements, storm surge protection, and infrastructure upgrades. Below, please find the latest R&R construction update for Red Hook Houses. Power Plant & Pods Phase Percentage Completion: 39% Project Start: Q4 2019 Anticipated Completion: Q4 2023 Ongoing Activities: • Installation of backflow preventer equipment at the new utility pod by building 2E • Continued construction of all utility pods including but not limited to installation of foundation piles, framing, facades, electrical equipment, and roofing • The Sandy contractor and NYCHA’s Pest Control Department are working in tandem to limit the rodent population on site by setting up and servicing additional bait stations, regularly cleaning up debris throughout the site, cleaning basements and closing gaps in those basements • Permanent closure of first and second-floor windows and interior finish work (e.g., plastering and painting) at apartments with windows next to the new utility pods across the site o The closures are necessary to construct the utility pods, which will house critical electrical and mechanical equipment above the flood elevation to better protect building services during a flood event o Approximately 90% of the required window closures have been completed o All residents have been notified via in-person meetings, phone calls, and/or flyers o Additional engagement is underway to residents in pending apartments • [Non-Sandy work activity] Local Law 11 façade inspection and repair is underway at buildings 1, 23, and 24 o Sidewalk sheds have been installed in those areas and will likely remain for several months Upcoming Activities: • Delivery of standby generators to the East Plant on February 24, 2022 o The standby generators will provide all NYCHA Red Hook buildings with backup power during an outage • Installation of new windows at all first-floor apartments where existing windows were removed to facilitate the construction of adjacent utility pods • Removal of dirt piles on Lorraine Street in the coming months

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Information, Wellness, Health, Information, News, NYCHA

COVID-19 Vaccine and Testing in Red Hook

When: Thursday, December 2, 2021

Where: Red Hook

Find out where to get your COVID-19 vaccine or a COVID-19 test right here in Red Hook!

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