Arts & Culture, Art/Music, Community

Red Hook Open Studios

When: October 8-9, 2022

Where: ex: at the Verezano pier

The weekend of October 8-9th, the Red Hook will transform as mysterious doors are suddenly thrust open, inviting you in for a behind the scenes look at more than 50 art studios and maker workspaces, from 1-6pm each day.

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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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How to Apply for Affordable Housing

When: Monday, March 21, 2022

Where: Red Hook Initiative

Click here to watch the recording of our Affordable Housing Workshop with NYCLU! NYCLU explains the lottery system and how to apply and walks us through the application process online. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aqS02WPJl4I [pdf-embedder url="http://redhookhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/income-guide-english-1.pdf" title="income-guide-english"] [pdf-embedder url="http://redhookhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/ready-set-apply-english-1.pdf" title="ready-set-apply-english"] [pdf-embedder url="http://redhookhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/What-To-Expect-Your-Guide-to-Affordable-Housing.pdf" title="What To Expect, Your Guide to Affordable Housing"] [pdf-embedder url="http://redhookhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/after-you-apply-english-1.pdf" title="after-you-apply-english"] [pdf-embedder url="http://redhookhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/affordable-housing-income-eligibility-1.pdf" title="affordable-housing-income-eligibility"]

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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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Job, Art/Music

P/T Visitor Services Attendant at Pioneer Works $20/hr

When: Aug 22-Oct 4, 2022

Where: Pioneer Works

POSITION TITLE: P/T Visitor Services Attendant at Pioneer Works $20/hr, 24 hours per week POSITION DESCRIPTION: Visitor Services Attendants work to welcome and host the public at Pioneer Works during public hours and during select events & programming. Attendants perform a variety of functions including greeting and checking in guests, soliciting donations, and informing visitors of current and upcoming programs, events and residencies. They also assist with tasks related to the opening and closing of the building such as counting cash, shutting down exhibitions, and setting up/striking the space before and after events. In addition, individuals in this role may have the opportunity to take on more hours for administrative work related to other departmental projects, if there is work available. RESPONSIBILITIES: Gallery Engage with visitors in the space, providing exceptional customer service, answering questions, and sharing information related to Pioneer Works public hours, exhibition content, programs, residencies and upcoming events Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Pioneer Works programming, Membership benefits and events, tour topics and offerings, daily gallery closing procedures, and operational procedures Track daily visitor attendance and collect contact and marketing information Monitor cash donations and manage shift cash count Receive and compile visitor feedback Further knowledge of Pioneer Works content and programing through participation in programs, curational walkthroughs, and crit nights Bookstore Assist with bookstore operations by processing customer purchases and increasing retail sales through suggestive selling techniques Track retail stock and sales of featured works from Pioneer Press through regular inventory Restock products that are sold and maintain a clean and welcoming storefront Events Assist event producers in setting up chairs and other event materials before events Manage attendee check-in via Eventbrite, including comp & guest lists Process door sales via Eventbrite Other Departmental Support Opportunities for additional administrative tasks in support of other departmental projects, as available, to be determined, discussed and agreed upon with the Manager of Visitor Services and other department heads COMPENSATION $20/hour Apply Please send a cover letter and resume via email to: jobs@pioneerworks.org w/ “Visitor Services Attendant_[Applicant Name]” in the subject heading. Please do not call to inquire about your application. Should you match our needs, we will be in contact with you. Policy Pioneer Works is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce, one that reflects the varied global community we serve. Pioneer Works is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.

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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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Emergency, Housing, Information

Emergency Repairs Only

When: Monday, March 16, 2020

 

If you live at the Red Hook Houses NYCHA, please put in tickets for emergency repairs, and call us if you need further assistance. Call NYCHA at (718) 707-7771 or us the MyNYCHA App. Contact the Justice Center's Housing Resource Staff for further assistance or general questions during this unusual time at (347) 216-5738.

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Legal Help, Business, Community, Information

Important phone numbers for the Red Hook Community Justice Center

When: Monday, March 16, 2020

 

Staff is still here to support you and is fielding calls and emails. Please reach out with questions using the contact information below: DEFENSE ATTORNEYS Legal Aid Society (718) 237-2000 Brooklyn Defender Services (917) 426-5616 OTHER AGENCIES Clerk's Office (718) 923-8270 District Attorney's Office (718) 250-2001 or (718) 250-4782 PROGRAM STAFF Community Service/Social Services (347) 813-0318 or (917) 860-7494 GED (Pathways to Graduation) 718-208-7324 Housing Resource Center (347) 216-5738 or email joyr@nycourts.gov / emcgoldrick@nycourts.gov Neighborhood Safety Initiatives/MAP (917) 971-6355 Peacemaking (917) 319-0121 Red Hook CARES (victim services) 646-573-4665 Youth Programs/AmeriCorps (929) 277-8554

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