Hudson Square Connection » News

If your business location is in an area at risk of flooding, you may be eligible for an on-site, one-on-one risk assessment. Our experts will review your physical location, business operations, a...

https://www.hudsonsquarebid.org/neighborhood/news/applications-open-for-business-preparedness-risk-assessment-grant-program/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=applications-open-for-business-preparedness-risk-assessment-grant-program

Hudson Square BID is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Summer Planning Intern to assist in projects related to improving and maintaining the public realm. This internship provides a unique ...

https://www.hudsonsquarebid.org/neighborhood/news/hudson-square-bid-is-hiring-a-summer-planning-intern/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hudson-square-bid-is-hiring-a-summer-planning-intern

Governor Kathy Hochul announced Long Island City will receive $10 million in funding as the New York City regional winner of the seventh round of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative, as well a...

https://www.hudsonsquarebid.org/neighborhood/news/governor-hochul-announces-hudson-square-to-receive-4-5-million-from-ny-forward/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=governor-hochul-announces-hudson-square-to-receive-4-5-million-from-ny-forward

Starting March 1st, 2024, ALL food-related and chain businesses MUST set out trash in bins with secure lids. As part of our commitment to keeping our streets clean, the NYC Department of Sanitati...

https://www.hudsonsquarebid.org/neighborhood/news/new-dsny-rule-chain-stores-must-use-containerization/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=new-dsny-rule-chain-stores-must-use-containerization

Regional Planning Association (RPA) has created maps to showcase how congestion pricing will benefit each borough. They are now live on the Congestion Pricing Now website. 100% of congestion pric...

https://www.hudsonsquarebid.org/neighborhood/news/regional-plan-assoc-releases-borough-specific-congestion-pricing-maps/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=regional-plan-assoc-releases-borough-specific-congestion-pricing-maps

View Video Here We are thrilled to share some exciting news! The Hudson Square BID has recently been featured on PIX 11 News for our innovative sustainability initiative in partnership with Seven...

https://www.hudsonsquarebid.org/neighborhood/news/hsbid-turns-coffee-grounds-into-compost/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hsbid-turns-coffee-grounds-into-compost

The Hudson Square Business Improvement District recently held our 2023 Annual Meeting on Tuesday, November 14th at The Greene Space at NYPR & WQXR. We were overjoyed to see familiar faces and ext...

https://www.hudsonsquarebid.org/neighborhood/news/hudson-square-bid-2023-annual-meeting-recap/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hudson-square-bid-2023-annual-meeting-recap

The International Downtown Association (IDA) has recognized the Hudson Square Business Improvement District BID with the Downtown Achievement Pinnacle Award for its work and initiatives related t...

https://www.hudsonsquarebid.org/neighborhood/news/ida-awards-top-industry-honor-to-hudson-square-bid-for-redesign-of-hudson-street/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ida-awards-top-industry-honor-to-hudson-square-bid-for-redesign-of-hudson-street

We’re thrilled to present our 2023 Annual Report, a testament to a year of incredible milestones. Dive into our clean and green initiatives, community partnerships, and of course the nitty grit...

https://www.hudsonsquarebid.org/neighborhood/news/hudson-square-bid-2023-annual-report/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hudson-square-bid-2023-annual-report

The Halloween Parade starts right here in Hudson Square! While the parade doesn’t officially start till after 6pm, many of our streets will be affected much earlier in the day. Click here for a...

https://www.hudsonsquarebid.org/neighborhood/news/halloween-parade-street-closures/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=halloween-parade-street-closures

We’re excited to share that the delicious Chinese Restaurant Milu will be doing a pop-up at Pine & Polk (300 Spring Street) starting Wednesday, November 1st. Milu serves approachable, comfo...

https://www.hudsonsquarebid.org/neighborhood/news/milu-restaurant-brings-pop-up-to-pine-polk/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=milu-restaurant-brings-pop-up-to-pine-polk

This October, the Hudson Square BID unveiled “We’re Freeing Ourselves” by Shawna X, the first-ever artwork adorning a city roadway gantry. Shawna X is a visual artist based in New York City...

https://www.hudsonsquarebid.org/neighborhood/news/meet-shawna-x-artist-of-first-ever-roadside-gantry-art/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=meet-shawna-x-artist-of-first-ever-roadside-gantry-art

Starting this October, people walking north on Varick Street will get a unique art experience with our unveiling of “We’re Freeing Ourselves,” the first artwork ever installed on a city roa...

https://www.hudsonsquarebid.org/neighborhood/news/hudson-square-bid-unveils-first-ever-public-art-on-a-city-roadway-gantry/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hudson-square-bid-unveils-first-ever-public-art-on-a-city-roadway-gantry

Hey there, Hudson Square Residents!   We’re thrilled to announce that the Hudson Square Residence Resource Guide is now available. Get to know our vibrant neighborhood, explore exciting progra...

https://www.hudsonsquarebid.org/neighborhood/news/hudson-square-residence-resource-guide/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hudson-square-residence-resource-guide

We’re having a party! And everyone is invited! Network with your neighbors over a glass of wine, take care of some business, and join us as we have a cookie sampling from the only cookie shop i...

https://www.hudsonsquarebid.org/neighborhood/news/hudson-square-bid-annual-meeting/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hudson-square-bid-annual-meeting

The 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 m...

https://www.hudsonsquarebid.org/neighborhood/news/nyc-business-express-service-team/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=nyc-business-express-service-team

Photos 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...

https://www.hudsonsquarebid.org/neighborhood/news/new-secure-bike-storage-in-hudson-square/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=new-secure-bike-storage-in-hudson-square

On 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...

https://www.hudsonsquarebid.org/neighborhood/news/outdoor-dining-is-here-to-stay/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=outdoor-dining-is-here-to-stay

As 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 i...

https://www.hudsonsquarebid.org/neighborhood/news/dsny-update-food-related-businesses-must-containerize-their-waste/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=dsny-update-food-related-businesses-must-containerize-their-waste

Restrictions 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 wi...

https://www.hudsonsquarebid.org/neighborhood/news/skip-the-stuff-new-utensil-restrictions/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=skip-the-stuff-new-utensil-restrictions

New 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...

https://www.hudsonsquarebid.org/neighborhood/news/councilmember-erik-bottcher-hudson-square-bid-unveil-new-measures-to-keep-streets-clean/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=councilmember-erik-bottcher-hudson-square-bid-unveil-new-measures-to-keep-streets-clean

On 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 tr...

https://www.hudsonsquarebid.org/neighborhood/news/hudson-square-dedicates-tree-to-jackie-robinson-museum/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hudson-square-dedicates-tree-to-jackie-robinson-museum

Hudson 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...

https://www.hudsonsquarebid.org/neighborhood/news/live-at-lunch-is-back/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=live-at-lunch-is-back

On 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 ...

https://www.hudsonsquarebid.org/neighborhood/news/freeman-plaza-re-opening-party/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=freeman-plaza-re-opening-party