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District 18

Amanda Farías

Soundview-Bruckner, Soundview-Clason Point, Castle Hill-Unionport, Harding Park, Parkchester, Westchester Square

Library Pop-Up Services

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Library Services Pop-Up
While the Castle Hill Library branch is closed for renovations, our office is partnering with the New York Public Library to provide library services to the community.

Services Include:

  • Library card sign-ups
  • Book checkouts
  • Access to library resources

Schedule
Every Tuesday in February
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Location
District Office
778 Castle Hill Avenue
Bronx, NY 10473

Walk-Ins Welcome
First come, first served.

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Homeowner & Tenant Services
Free assistance is available for homeowners and tenants facing housing-related issues.

Services Include:

  • Tenant rights and housing guidance
  • Homeowner assistance and referrals
  • Housing court information
  • Connections to City housing resources

Appointments
By appointment only.

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Family Law Clinic

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Family Law Clinic
Free legal assistance is available for family law matters.

Services Include:

  • Free legal representation
  • Support for survivors of intimate partner violence
  • Child custody assistance
  • Child support assistance

Appointments
First come, first served.

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Free Immigration Services

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Free Immigration Services
Free legal assistance is available for immigration-related matters.

Services Include:

  • Immigration legal consultations
  • Free legal representation
  • Support for survivors of domestic or intimate partner violence
  • Assistance with child custody and child support matters

Availability
Every Wednesday
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Appointments
First come, first served.

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Veterans Services Benefits

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Veterans Benefits Services
Veteran Service Officers (VSOs) are available to assist Veterans and their families with accessing VA benefits.

Services Include:

  • Assistance filing VA benefits claims
  • Benefits guidance and application support
  • Support for Veterans and their families

Appointments Available
Appointments are required.

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Constituent Services

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Constituent Services
Our office provides assistance with City-related issues for residents of District 18.

Services May Include:

  • NYCHA applications and recertifications
  • SNAP applications and recertifications
  • NYC Housing Connect
  • One Shot Deal applications
  • Connections to City agencies and resources

Appointments Required
All services are FREE and available by appointment only.

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Why Serve:

  • Advisory groups that address local neighborhood issues
  • Help shape changes in your community
  • Open to anyone 16+ who lives or works in the district
  • No experience required

What to Expect:

  • Monthly meetings (except July & August)
  • Up to 50 volunteer members per board
  • Two-year staggered terms
  • Members appointed by the Borough President
  • Boards that reflect the residents they serve

Deadline: February 23

Apply: Online Form

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High school students making a difference in their community are encouraged to apply for the Yankee Youth Leadership Award, recognizing leadership, service, and community impact.

Eligibility:

  • Must be a high school student
  • Completed 50+ hours of volunteer service (e.g., tutoring, mentoring, promoting unity, anti-violence or drug advocacy)
  • Demonstrated leadership and community involvement

Deadline: 

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Constituents can receive 50% off admission to The New York Historical using discount code FAMILY26.

Upcoming Programs:

Little New-Yorkers: Follow Chester!
Tuesday, February 10 | 3:30–4:30 PM (Ages 3–6)
A read-aloud and craft program exploring the true story of Chester Pierce, the first Black college football player to compete at a southern school, highlighting courage, teamwork, and history.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 15, 2026

NEW YORK, NY  –  Following today’s vote of the New York City Council, Council Member Amanda Farías was appointed Chair of the Committee on Women and Gender Equity, where she will lead the Council’s legislative and oversight efforts to advance equity, safety, and economic security for women, trans, and gender-nonconforming New Yorkers.

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