NYC Business Express Service TeamAugust 30, 2023The NYC Business Express Service Team (BEST) serves as a single point of contact between City agencies and small businesses operating in the five boroughs. We save small businesses time and money by: Streamlining the many interactions required with City agencies …
Read More New DSNY Rule: Chain Stores Must Use ContainerizationAugust 24, 2023Starting September 5, all chain businesses in NYC must use rigid containers with secure lids when setting out trash for collection. This new rule is an important step in keeping our streets clean! This rule applies to any business …
Read More New Secure Bike Storage in Hudson SquareAugust 11, 2023Photos by Jamiya Leach and Devin Lightner This August, Oonee opened a new secure bicycle parking pod near the Holland Tunnel in partnership with the Hudson Square BID and the Port Authority of NY & NJ. Supporters …
Read More Outdoor Dining is Here to Stay!August 4, 2023On Thursday, August 3, the City Council passed a bill allowing the dining sheds to remain. Intro 31 will repeal the city’s current sidewalk cafe permitting process and streamline it, plus allow roadway dining for three-quarters of …
Read More DSNY Update: Food-Related Businesses Must Containerize Their WasteJuly 20, 2023As part of their commitment to keeping our streets clean, the NYC Department of Sanitation (DSNY) is implementing a new rule to send rats packing. Starting August 1, all food-related businesses in NYC must use rigid containers …
Read More Skip the Stuff: New Utensil RestrictionsJuly 19, 2023Restrictions on Providing Utensils, Condiments, Napkins and Containers Effective July 31, 2023, New York City food service establishments* providing take-out and delivery service must comply with these restrictions: Do not provide utensils, condiment packets, napkins, or extra containers to …
Read More Councilmember Erik Bottcher & Hudson Square BID Unveil New Measures to Keep Streets CleanJuly 13, 2023New Bigbelly trash compactors, Smart Composting Bin, and Clean Curb containers reduce waste on sidewalks and keep City streets clean and safe. This month, the Hudson Square BID and the New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY) …
Read More Hudson Square dedicates tree to Jackie Robinson MuseumJune 28, 2023On Thursday, June 15th, the Hudson Square BID proudly stood beside The Jackie Robinson Foundation to dedicate a tree in celebration of the new Jackie Robinson Museum. The BID pays tribute to a true trailblazer who not …
Read More Live at Lunch is Back!May 30, 2023Hudson Square’s beloved Live at Lunch series is back! Starting this Wednesday, June 7th, Spring Street Park will come alive with jazz performances by a stellar lineup. Come enjoy your lunch and some tunes for an afternoon …
Read More Freeman Plaza Celebrates 10 Years!May 18, 2023On May 17th from 12-2 pm, the Hudson Square BID celebrated the 10th anniversary of our plazas at Freeman Plaza East. A special thank you to everyone who joined us for this annual celebration! We had an …
Read More Workforce Profile 2023May 12, 2023As part of our goal to make Hudson Square a place for people, the Hudson Square BID conducted a workforce survey in partnership with the Fund for the City of New York’s Community Planning Fellows Program. The …
Read More Introducing the Small Business Support TeamApril 18, 2023A new program has been launched by the Department of Buildings targeted to small business owners – Small Business Team. The goal is to help small businesses navigate DOB requirements, resolve issues, and enable businesses to open and …
Read More Congrats, Samara! A Crain’s Notable 2023 Leader in SustainabilityApril 17, 2023Congrats to our President and CEO Samara Karasyk for being a Crain’s 2023 Notable Leader in Sustainability! We are proud to have a leader who champions environmentally conscious initiatives and inspires us all to work towards a …
Read More Pine & Polk x CookUnityApril 14, 2023Pine & Polk is excited to announce their new partnership with CookUnity. You may know the brand as a meal delivery platform that brings delicious food right to your door. Now you’ll have the chance to sample …
Read More HSBID Issues RFP for Open Space DesignApril 13, 2023The Hudson Square Business Improvement District has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the design of a new open space at 388 Hudson Street. The RFP can be downloaded here. Questions and answers to RFP can …
Read More A Simple Act of Green GuideApril 3, 2023Happy Earth Month! Sometimes it’s the small things that mean the most – so instead of doing a lot for one day, what is the simple act of green that you can sustain over time to make …
Read More Street Closure – Vandam St. between Hudson + VarickMarch 31, 2023Please be advised of the continued full road closing of Vandam Street between Hudson St + Varick St, on the following dates and times in order to install façade panels. 8am – 6pm, Saturdays 9am – 6pm Sundays …
Read More Full Roadway closure Vandam St. between Hudson + GreenwichMarch 30, 2023Please be advised of the full road closing of Vandam Street between Hudson + Greenwich Streets for boom and pump operations on the following dates + times: 7am– 4pm Monday thru Friday April 3rd to April 7th Local deliveries …
Read More Street closures – 570 Washington ConstructionMarch 30, 2023570 Washington Street (180 Clarkson Street), is a 170,000 square foot development site bounded by West Houston -Washington – Clarkson – West Side Highway. Beginning March 27, equipment was delivered to begin building a construction fence to …
Read More 2023 Parched Madness WinnersMarch 27, 2023The Hudson Square BID joined in on the fun this month with our rendition of Parched Madness, a friendly bracket competition to highlight some of our favorite cocktails in the neighborhood from local restaurants. From March 14-24, …
Read More DSNY New “set out times”March 16, 2023Effective April 1, Businesses that place waste at the curb* for collection have two options: If using a container with a secure lid, place waste at the curb 1 hour before closing, or If putting bags directly …
Read More Water Amnesty Program Ends April 30th!March 10, 2023This one-time-only effort is to help New Yorkers who have fallen behind on their water bills catch up. The program is a 100% forgiveness of accrued interest if they pay all or part of their outstanding debt …
Read More Preparation for Inclement WeatherFebruary 27, 2023In preparation for tonight’s weather, here are a few tips and resources for guidance: Snow Laws Every owner, lessee, tenant, occupant, or other person having charge of any lot or building must clean snow and/or ice from …
Read More Aveda Institute Valentine’s OfferFebruary 2, 2023From February 1-14th, customers will receive a free Valentine’s gift with any retail purchase of $25 or more while supplies last. Learn more here.
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