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District 18

Amanda Farías

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

New York, NY – New York City Council Majority Leader Amanda Farías proudly announced critical victories in the City Council’s Fiscal Year 2026 Preliminary Budget Response, securing targeted investments that uplift women’s health, strengthen New York City’s industrial workforce, and restore vital funding to the tourism sector.

“As Majority Leader and Chair of the City Council’s Economic Development Committee, I’m proud to deliver a Preliminary Budget Response that reflects the Council’s deep commitment to equity, care, and economic opportunity.

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  • Agustin “Gus” Dinolis Way
  • At the intersection of Gildersleeve Avenue and Husson Avenue | 10473
  • Enacted in 2024

Agustin “Gus” Dinolis migrated from Panama to the South Bronx in the 1960’s and later served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He was responsible for organizing several youth sports leagues in the Bronx and recruited many adolescents to play on the softball, baseball, and basketball teams.

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Homebase HRA
Homebase provides New Yorkers experiencing housing instability with various homeless prevention services and aftercare services to families and individuals exiting NYC DHS shelter to permanent housing. Homebase locations are servicing clients either via phone or for in-person services. Anyone seeking Homebase services should call the office in advance to schedule an appointment.
Homebase –

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Food Assistance Resources

January 11, 2024

Food Bank 

The Food Bank For New York City has been working to end food poverty in our five boroughs since 1983. As the city’s largest hunger-relief organization, we employ a multifaceted approach centered on helping low-income New Yorkers overcome their circumstances and achieve greater independence. Get Help Finding Food – Food Bank For New York City

City Harvest

This map shows locations that are currently distributing food, free of charge, throughout New York City.

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Honoring Roxanne Reid

June 3, 2023

  • Roxanne Reid Way
  • At the intersection of Castle Hill Avenue and Seward Avenue | 10473
  • Enacted in 2023

Roxanne Reid was a school crossing guard. She was passionate about working with the police department to keep the children in her neighborhood safe and protected. She received high recognition from the local NYC Department of Education’s Community Schools for her commitment to students.

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In District Resources

January 5, 2023

Public Library After School Programs

The Castle Hill Library offers free weekly activities and classes for kids, teens, and adults. They have activities like lego creation hour, teen gaming, and adult art therapy– all free of charge. See their events calendar here.

The Clason Point Library’s free activities include career and college counseling for teens, storytime and afterschool programs for kids, family movie nights, and more!

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Winter Resources

October 28, 2022

Department of Sanitation (DSNY)- Snow Response

Snow response is a year-round process see how the DSNY plans and organizes months before winter weather conditions strike here.

  • Track the snow removal vehicles in your neighborhood at PlowNYC.
  • File a report of snow or ice you need removed from City owned streets here.

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Honoring Marie Reid

August 20, 2022

  • Marie Reid Way
  • At the intersection of Lafayette Avenue and Soundview Avenue | 10473
  • Enacted in 2024

Marie Reed was very active with the Soundview Presbyterian Church and James Monroe houses for over 40 years. With the church, she served on the Christian Education Committee, the Soundview Presbyterian Women Gills Committee, the Scholarship Committee and the choir.

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Budget Resources

July 25, 2022

Read more about the Fiscal Year 2025 budget below.

If you have any further questions please call the office at 718-792-1140 or email the Chief of Staff, Rebecca Nieves at RNieves@council.nyc.gov.

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District Office

778 Castle Hill Avenue
Bronx, NY 10473
Phone: 718 792-1140
Fax: 718 931-0235

Legislative Office

250 Broadway, Suite 1833
New York, NY 10007
Phone: 212 788-6853
Fax: 212 788-1656

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District18@council.nyc.gov