Diaz Jr. Lobbies Beauty Biz Over Regulation Bill
Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. took his bill on grading the beauty industry directly to cosmetologists at a Lehman College symposium Nov. 18. The bill would allow the city to rate every city barbershop, salon and spa, hoping problem spas clean up their act. Though it was introduced in September by the bill’s sponsor, Brooklyn Councilman Rafael Espinal, no action has been taken.
“The proposals we put forward today will go a long way towards ensuring that the people of this city have a clean and safe atmosphere to get their hair done, to get a manicure or pedicure, or any of the other practices typically found in spas and beauty establishments,” said Diaz Jr., who regularly visits spas himself.
Beauticians fear any new fines incurred by the new rankings can hurt their bottom line. Diaz Jr. assured the city will penalize appropriately.
The bill is modeled after a city restaurant grading system installed in 2009.— KASIA ROMANOWSKA
Jerome-Gun Hill BID to Bring Holiday Sparkle on Dec. 3
Santa Claus is coming from the North Pole to hand out free gifts to children and their parents at the third annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony, organized by the Jerome-Gun Hill Business Improvement District.
“We’re going to design a nice Christmas theme around Santa Claus,” said Marcia Cameron, the BID’s executive director. The venue takes place Dec. 3 from 5 to 7 p.m. in Greenstreets Park, at the corner of Jerome Avenue and Mosholu Parkway North. It’s there where a natural pine tree awaits to be lit up.
Hosted by “La Reina del Barrio,” Rhina Valentin, guests can expect a live DJ, carolers, free hot chocolate, gift-wrapped presents and a raffle basket loaded with BID merchandise. Last year up to 300 families gathered for the sparkling event, with this year expecting a higher turnout.
“It’s in the park, so there’s a place for kids to sit, but normally people stand around the stage dancing and singing,” said Cameron.
Elected officials and community leaders will also take part. For more information call the BID office at (718) 324 4946 or visit www.jeromegunhillbid.org.–KASIA ROMANOWSKA
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