Background
Founded in 1990 and based in Jackson Heights, Queens, the 82nd Street Partnership is an award-winning neighborhood development organization governed by a board of directors comprised of property owners, commercial tenants, government officials and community leaders. A not-for-profit entity, the Partnership is responsible for managing and promoting the local business improvement district (BID), which covers four blocks and includes 44 properties, a triangle plaza, and nearly 200 businesses.
Programs & Services
Programs & Services
The 82nd Street Partnership works closely with the community and partners in city government to help plan, design and develop the neighborhood’s public spaces. Physical improvements such as bicycle parking, street trees, and benches have come to 82nd Street as a result of our advocacy. The Partnership is leading an effort to enhance the neighborhood’s outdoor lighting, and to revitalize Dunningham Triangle.
Advocacy & Planning
Marketing & Events
To enhance the district’s look and feel, the 82nd Street Partnership’s beautification program includes seasonal light pole banner installations, horticulture and tree care, and holiday lighting. The Partnership also installs and maintains custom litter receptacles.
Streetscape Beautification
The 82nd Street Partnership aims to keep the district clean and graffiti-free. Two full-time, uniformed Clean Ambassadors sweep sidewalk litter, empty garbage receptacles, remove stickers and flyers from lamp posts, and pressure-wash sidewalk corners. Our crew, contracted through Block by Block, is in the district seven days per week, from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Sanitation & Graffiti Removal
Jackson Heights is a culinary destination for those seeking popular and hard-to-find dishes from all over the world. The 82nd Street Partnership has formed a partnership with NYC Health & Hospitals/Elmhurst to help our many local restaurants form a meaningful relationship with their community. Participating restaurants have their menus analyzed by a team of nutritionists, who have identified the best menu options for individuals with certain dietary restrictions. The goal is to allow individuals to continuing eating the cuisines they love while also making more responsible choices.
Get Fit Program
Staff
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Leslie A. Ramos joined the 82nd Street Partnership in October 2014 as Executive Director. She has extensive experience working with small businesses, City agencies, and the Latino community; bringing a wealth of knowledge in economic and community development practices. Leslie received a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Illinois and a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from the Maxwell School of Citizenship & Public Affairs at Syracuse University. She began her career at the Office of Management and Budget, and has also served as Assistant Commissioner for Finance at the Department of Housing Preservation & Development, and executive director of the Mayor’s Office for Industrial & Manufacturing Businesses. Leslie is a member of the Latina Leadership Forum’s founding committee, and a former board member of Latina PAC, as well as an Adjunct Professor at Brooklyn College’s Puerto Rican & Latino Studies Department.
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Charles Alter, Louis Lefkowitz Realty, Inc.
David Weinraub, Glynton Handkerchief LLC.
John Rapp, Junction Management LLC.
Judson Ain, Flushing Kent Realty
Peter Zlotnick, 37-53 82nd Street
Michael Friedman, Inline Realty
Kostas Koutsothanasis, Rockfarmer Properties (Board President)
Sanjay Ahuja, Modern Business Associates
Karla Chong, Ponce Bank -
Glen Mirchandani, Devisons Jewelers (Board Treasurer)
Sam Sabbagh, Galleria Home Decor (Board Secretary) -
Elia Rubi
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Commissioner Kevin D. Kim, NYC Small Business Services
Hon. Francisco Moya, Councilmember, 21st District
Hon. Donovan Richards, Queens Borough President
Hon. Brad Landers, NYC Comptroller -
Hon. Shekar Krishnan, Councilmember, 25th District
Christian Cassagnol, District Manager, Community Board 4
Giovanna Reid, District Manager, Community Board 3
