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SeeGOVERNMENT, BRANCHES OF NATIONAL IN NEW YORK

One important location in NYC is City Hall, located in City Hall Park at the intersections of Broadway, Park Row and Chambers St. Call 788-2594 for more information.

A good source of information about the City can be found in the following book, which unfortunately is hard to find.
The New York City Almanac- The Ultimate Fact Book for the five boroughs by Edward Forlie. It includes subway and bus maps which have been photocopied from the originals - although they are slightly out of date now, and theater seating charts. A Citadel Press Book Published by Carol Publishing Group, New Jersey, 395 pp , 1lb 1oz, 8 in, $14.95. Available at www.amazon.com See below for some important government numbers.


City Hall New York's City Hall has been a city landmark for nearly 200 years.
The structure contains a number of objects gathered through its long history, including Washington's writing desk in the Govenor's Room and a number of paintings by Morse, Peale and other well-known artists. Click here for a Location
   CivicCenter (Broadway, between Park Row and Chambers Street)........................Tel: 212-788-6865
   Internet:................................................................... www.ci.nyc.ny.us/html/om/html/cityhall.html
      
Gracie Mansion  
Official residence of the Mayor of NYC, the mansion is both an historic landmark & now as then a retreat from the busier parts of the city. Tours available, call for reservations.
   180 E. 88th St., Carnegie Hill (At East End Ave.)..............................................Tel: 212-570-4751
   Internet:.................................................................... www.ci.nyc.ny.us/html/om/html/gracie.html
Business Hrs. We 10-14; 86 St (Lex:4,5,6), 96 St (Lex: 6); Map
      
Mayor's Office of Operations  
   100 Church St., Financial District.......................................................................... Tel: 212-788-1467
   Fax:......................................................................................................................... 212-788-1665
Mayor's Office, The Public Advocate  
The Public Advocate's site's explanation of government - Mayor page.
   Internet:.............................................................................................. www.pubadvocate.nyc.gov
      
Mayor's Office The Mayor's Action Center can be reached at (212) 788-9600.
   City Hall Pk., CivicCenter (Surrounded by Broadway, Park Row & Chambers St.)
   General Info:........................................................................................................... 212-788-3000
   Internet:............................................................................. www.ci.nyc.ny.us/html/om/home.html
City Hall (Brdwy:N,R)
      
People with Disabilities, Office for (MOPD)  
Office responsible for developing policies concerning those with disabilities, and implementing City compliance with ADA standards. Provides information on transportation, services for the deaf, blind and developmentally disabled, housing and VESID programs.
   100 Gold St., Lower East Side (Second Floor.).................................................Tel: 212-788-2830
   TTY Line ( Deaf ):...................... 212-788-2838;    Fax:............................................212-341-9843
   Internet:............................................................................... www.nyc.gov/html/mopd/home.html
      

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Animal Shelter NYC  
   326 E. 110th St., East Harlem............................................................... Emergencies:212-722-3620
   Recorded Information:...........1-888-772-9692;    Tel: ............................................718-649-8600
   Fax:......................................................................................................................... 212-722-4994
Mo-Fr 8-20; Map
      
Board of Elections  
The Board of Elections is an administrative body of 10 bipartisan Commissioners, two from each borough, appointed by the City Council for a term of four years. The Board oversees voter, poll site, and campaign-related issues. How to register to vote.
   Tel: ........................................... 212-868-3692;    TTY Line ( Deaf ):....................... 212-487-5496
   Internet:................................................................................................................ vote.nyc.ny.us/
Buildings Department of - Staten Island  
Enforces building & electrical codes, zoning resolutions and all laws related to construction.
   10 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island (Borough Hall, 2nd Flr)............................ Tel: 718-816-2320
   TTY Line ( Deaf ):...................... 718-816-2164;    Customer Services:.................... 718-816-2300
   Internet:.............................................................. www.nyc.gov/html/dob/html/home/home.shtml
      
Buildings, Department of - Bronx  
Enforces building & electrical codes, zoning resolutions and all laws related to construction.
   1932 Arthur Ave., Bronx................................................................................. Tel: 718-579-6931
   TTY Line ( Deaf ):...................... 718-579-6903;    Customer Services:.................... 718-579-6920
   Internet:.............................................................. www.nyc.gov/html/dob/html/home/home.shtml
      
Buildings, Department of - Brooklyn  
Enforces building & electrical codes, zoning resolutions and all laws related to construction.
   210 Joralemon St., fl. 8, Brooklyn..................................................................Tel: 718-802-3677
   TTY Line ( Deaf ):...................... 718-802-4330;    Customer Services:.................... 718-802-3675
   Internet:.............................................................. www.nyc.gov/html/dob/html/home/home.shtml
      
Buildings, Department of - Queens  
Enforces building & electrical codes, zoning resolutions and all laws related to construction.
   120 Queens Blvd., Kew Gardens...................................................................Tel: 718-286-0601
   TTY Line ( Deaf ):...................... 718-286-0781;    Customer Services:.................... 718-286-0600
   Internet:.............................................................. www.nyc.gov/html/dob/html/home/home.shtml
      
Buildings, Department Of - Manhattan  
Enforces building & electrical codes, zoning resolutions and all laws related to construction.
   280 Broadway, CivicCenter............................................................................Tel: 212-566-0011
   TTY Line ( Deaf ):...................... 212-566-4769;    Customer Services:.................... 212-566-0042
   Fax:.......................................... 212-312-8065;    Internet:...................... www.nyc.gov/html/dob
LM (Thomas & Worth Sts.); Map
Campaign Finance Board  
The Campaign Finance Board administers the City Campaign Finance Program, publishes the City Voter Guide, and implements the debate requirement for candidates running for Mayor, Comptroller, and Public Advocate.
   40 Rector St., fl. 7, White Hall........................................................................Tel: 212-306-7100
   Fax:.......................................... 212-306-7143;    E-mail:..................................... info@nyccfb.info
   Internet:.............................................................................................................. www.nyccfb.info
      
Chief Medical Examiner - Bronx The Bronx office of the medical examiner.
   Bronx (Van Etten Hospital, Bronx Municipal Campus, Pelhan Pkwy & Eastchester Rd.)
   Tel: ......................................................................................................................... 718-829-2030
   Internet:..................................................................www.nyc.gov/html/ocme/html/dirmedex.html
      
Chief Medical Examiner - Brooklyn Brooklyn location of the Medical Examiner.
   451 Clarkson Ave., Brooklyn (Kings County Hospital Mortuary)................................Tel: 718-221-0600
   Internet:..................................................................www.nyc.gov/html/ocme/html/dirmedex.html
      
Chief Medical Examiner - Queens Queens location of the Medical Examiner.
   82 164th St., Jamaica (Queens General Hospital)...................................................Tel: 718-883-3871
   Internet:..................................................................www.nyc.gov/html/ocme/html/dirmedex.html
      
Chief Medical Examiner - Staten Island Staten Island office of the Medical Examiner.
   460 Brielle Ave., Staten Island (Seaview Hospital, Rehabilitation Center & Home)...... Tel: 718-668-0620
   Internet:..................................................................www.nyc.gov/html/ocme/html/dirmedex.html
Chief Medical Examiner  
The Office of Chief Medical Examiner investigates cases of persons who die within New York City from criminal violence; by casualty or by suicide; suddenly, when in apparent good health; when unattended by a physician; in a correctional facility; or in any suspicious or unusual manner. The Office also investigates when an application is made pursuant to law for a permit to cremate the body of a person.
   520 First Ave., Medical City........................................................................... Tel: 212-447-2030
   Internet:..................................................................www.nyc.gov/html/ocme/html/dirmedex.html
      
Children's Services, Administration For  
The Administration for Children's Services provides programs for children subjected to abuse and neglect, foster care or adoptive homes when necessary, and oversees day care, Head Start, and child support enforcement.
   150 William St., fl. 18, CivicCenter.............................................................Tel: 1-877-543-7692
   Child Abuse Hotline:.............................................................................................1-800-342-3720
   Internet:...............................................................www.nyc.gov/html/acs/html/home/home.shtml
      
City Clerk - Bronx  
Issues marriage licenses, performs civil marriage ceremonies, files oaths of office, registers domestic partnerships, registers lobbyists, qualifies commissioners of deeds and issues certificated of non-impediments.
   851 Grand Concourse, Bronx (Supreme Court Building)....................................Tel: 718-590-5307
   Internet:................................................... nycmarriagebureau.com/about/agency_overview.html
      
City Clerk - Brooklyn  
Issues marriage licenses, performs civil marriage ceremonies, files oaths of office, registers domestic partnerships, registers lobbyists, qualifies commissioners of deeds and issues certificated of non-impediments.
   210 Joralemon St., fl. 2, Brooklyn (Municipal Building).....................................Tel: 718-802-4107
   Internet:................................................... nycmarriagebureau.com/about/agency_overview.html
      
City Clerk - Manhattan  
Issues marriage licenses, performs civil marriage ceremonies, files oaths of office, registers domestic partnerships, registers lobbyists, qualifies commissioners of deeds and issues certificated of non-impediments.
   1 Centre St., CivicCenter (Municipal Building)....................................................Tel: 212-669-2400
   Internet:..................................................... ycmarriagebureau.com/about/agency_overview.html
City Clerk - Queens  
Issues marriage licenses, performs civil marriage ceremonies, files oaths of office, registers domestic partnerships, registers lobbyists, qualifies commissioners of deeds and issues certificated of non-impediments.
   120 Queens Blvd., Kew Gardens (Borough Hall Building).................................Tel: 718-286-2846
   Internet:................................................... nycmarriagebureau.com/about/agency_overview.html
      
City Clerk - Staten Island  
Issues marriage licenses, performs civil marriage ceremonies, files oaths of office, registers domestic partnerships, registers lobbyists, qualifies commissioners of deeds and issues certificated of non-impediments.
   10 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island (Borough Hall Building)............................Tel: 718-816-2290
   Internet:................................................... nycmarriagebureau.com/about/agency_overview.html
      
City Planning, Department of - Bronx  
The department is responsible for the urban planning to promote the orderly growth and development of the city.
   Bronx (One Fordham Plaza, 5th Fl).....................................................................Tel: 718-220-8500
   Fax:.......................................... 718-584-8628;    Internet:..... www.nyc.gov/html/dcp/home.html
      
City Planning, Department of - Brooklyn  
The department is responsible for the urban planning to promote the orderly growth and development of the city.
   Court St., fl. 7, Brooklyn................................................................................. Tel: 718-643-7550
   Fax:.......................................... 718-596-2609;    Internet:..... www.nyc.gov/html/dcp/home.html
      
City Planning, Department of - Manhattan  
The Commission is responsible for the urban planning to promote the orderly growth and development of the city.
   22 Reade St., CivicCenter..................................................................Information:212-720-3300
   Public Relations:....................... 212-720-3471;    Schedule Info:............................212-720-3300
   Bookstore:................................ 212-720-3667;    Fax:............................................212-720-3219
   Internet:.................................................................................. www.nyc.gov/html/dcp/home.html
Mo-Fr 9-17; Map
City Planning, Department of - Queens  
The department is responsible for the urban planning to promote the orderly growth and development of the city.
   120 Queens Blvd., Room201, Kew Gardens..................................................Tel: 718-286-3170
   Fax:.......................................... 718-286-3183;    Internet:..... www.nyc.gov/html/dcp/home.html
      
City Planning, Department of - Staten Island  
The department is responsible for the urban planning to promote the orderly growth and development of the city.
   Staten Island (130 Stuyvesant Place, 6th Flr.).................................................... Tel: 718-556-7240
   Fax:.......................................... 718-556-7305;    Internet:..... www.nyc.gov/html/dcp/home.html
      
Civilian Complaint Review Board  
This Board accepts and reviews cases of malfeasance by police offices (e.g., use of excessive forces, asking for gifts, alleged criminal behavior by police officers, etc).
   40 Rector St., fl. 2nd, Financial District..................................................................Tel: 212--311
   TTY Line ( Deaf ):...................... 212-504-4115;    Tel: ........................................ 1-800-341-2272
   Internet:................................................................................. www.nyc.gov/html/ccrb/home.html
Mo-Fr 8-18; Eng, Span, Chin; Wall St (Brdwy:4,5); Map
      
Commission on Human Rights NYC - Bronx Enforces the City's Human Rights Law.
Includes information on filing complaints, mediation, office locations and hours.
   1932 Arthur Ave., Room203a, Bronx..............................................................Tel: 718-579-6900
   Internet:................................................................................. www.nyc.gov/html/cchr/home.html
      
Commission on Human Rights NYC - Queens  
Enforces the City's Human Rights Law. Includes information on filing complaints, mediation, office locations and hours
   136 Thirty-Ninth Ave., fl. 3, Queens............................................................... Tel: 718-886-6162
   Internet:................................................................................. www.nyc.gov/html/cchr/home.html
Commission on Human Rights NYC - Staten Island  
Forces the City's Human Rights Law. Includes information on filing complaints, mediation, office locations and hours.
   60 Bay St., fl. 7, Staten Island........................................................................Tel: 718-390-8506
   Internet:................................................................................. www.nyc.gov/html/cchr/home.html
      
Commission on Human Rights of NYC - Brooklyn  
Enforces the City's Human Rights Law. Includes information on filing complaints, mediation, office locations and hours.
   275 Livingston St., fl. 2, Brooklyn..................................................................Tel: 718-722-3130
   Internet:................................................................................. www.nyc.gov/html/cchr/home.html
      
Commission on Human Rights of NYC - Manhattan  
Enforces the City's Human Rights Law. Includes information on filing complaints, mediation, office locations and hours.
   40 Rector St., fl. 10, Financial District............................................................Tel: 212-306-7500
   Internet:................................................................................................... www.nyc.gov/html/cchr
      
Commission to Combat Police Corruption  
A permanent board to monitor and evaluate the anti-corruption programs, activities, commitment, and efforts of the New York City Police Department.
   17 Battery Pl., Suite327, White Hall.............................................................. Tel: 212-487-7350
   Internet:............................................................. www.nyc.gov/html/ccpc/html/home/home.shtml
      
Consumer Affairs, Department of  
Handles complaints about NYC businesses who attempt to defraud or mislead customers. Number for Chinese speakers is (212) 487-4488 and the phone number for Korean speakers is (718) 286-2996.
   42 Broadway, Financial District........................................................ Information:212-487-4444
   TDD for Hearing Impaired:........ 212-487-4465;    Spanish Speaking:..................... 212-487-4481
   Internet:.............................................................. www.nyc.gov/html/dca/html/home/home.shtml
Mo-Fr 9-17; Map
Correction, Department Of  
The Department provides custody of males and females, 16 and older, who after arraignment on criminal charges & incarcerates those sentenced in the city to terms of up to one year, parole violators awaiting parole revocation hearings, and persons charged with civil crimes.
   60 Hudson St., Tribeca...................................................................................Tel: 212-266-1000
   Internet:.................................................................................. www.nyc.gov/html/doc/home.html
      
County Clerk New York County (Manhattan)  
   31 Chambers St., CivicCenter...............................................................................Tel: 212-374-4781
      
Cultural Affairs, Department Of Issues grants to non-profit cultural organizations.
   330 W. 42nd St., Hell's Kitchen............................................................................ Tel: 212-643-7770
   Internet:..............................................................www.nyc.gov/html/dcla/html/home/home.shtml
Mo-Fr 9-17; Map
      
Department for the Aging NYC  
Administers the NYC's 335 senior centers, provides a range of programs for the elderly and caregiver families, opens doors to jobs and volunteer work, and acts as an advocate on the local, state and national levels.
   2 LaFayette St., CivicCenter..............................................................Information:212-442-1000
   Main Office:............................... 212-442-1322;    TTY Line ( Deaf ):........................212-442-3078
   Fax:.......................................... 212-442-9400;    Internet:..................... www.ci.nyc.ny.us/aging
      
Department of Buildings - Manhattan  
   60 Hudson St., fl. 5, Tribeca (At Thomas St.)........................................................ Tel: 212-312-8520
Franklin St (Varick:1,9); Map
Department of Business Services  
Encourages the growth of NYC businesses by aiding with contracts, tax problems and relocation.
   110 William St., fl. 3, Financial District.............................................Information:212-513-6300
   Business Services:.................... 212-696-2442;    Fax:............................................212-618-8991
   Internet:............................................................................................. www.ci.nyc.ny.us/html/dob
      
Department of Transportation - PPPD  
Long Island City New York Department of Transportation Issues NYS and NYC parking permits for people with disabilities
   28 Queens Plaza North, fl. 7, Long Island City......................Customer Services:718-433-3100
   TTY Line ( Deaf ):...................... 718-433-3111;    Internet:......................... www.dot.state.ny.us
      
Design & Construction, Department of  
Maintains the architectural, enginerring & construction quality of city construction projects.
   30 Thompson Ave., Long Island City..................................................................... Tel: 212--311
   Internet:.................................................................................. www.nyc.gov/html/ddc/home.html
      
Domestic Violence, Mayor's Office to Combat  
The Mayor's Office to Combat Domestic Violence (OCDV) formulates policies and programs; monitors the citywide delivery of domestic violence services; and works with diverse communities to increase awareness of domestic violence. OCDV works closely with community leaders, health care providers, City agencies and representatives from the criminal justice system to hold batterers accountable and to create solutions that are critical to preventing domestic violence in New York City.
   Hotline:.................................. 1-800-621-4673;    TDD for Hearing Impaired:........1-80-081-0444
   Tel: ................................................................................................................................. 212--311
   Internet:............................................................. www.nyc.gov/html/ocdv/html/home/home.shtml
      
Education, Department of (NYC) Administers the NYC school system.
   52 Chambers St., CivicCenter...............................................................................Tel: 718-935-2000
   Internet:........................................................................................................... www.nycenet.edu
Emergency Management, Department of  
The New York City Office of Emergency Management (OEM) works to mitigate, and plan and prepare for emergencies; educate the public about preparedness; coordinate emergency response and recovery efforts; collect and disseminate critical information; and seek funding opportunities to support of the overall preparedness of the City of New York.
   11 Water St., Brooklyn...................................................................................Tel: 718-422-4800
   Fax:.......................................... 718-422-4888;    E-mail:...........................readyny@oem.nyc.gov
   Internet:............................................................. www.nyc.gov/html/oem/html/home/home.shtml
      
Environmental Protection, Department of  
Monitors the NYC water supply, wastewater treatment, hazardous materials and air & noise pollution.
   J. Hood Wright Pk., fl. 10, Flushing (Customer Service Center, 59-17 Junction Blvd.)
   Tel: .................................................. 212--311;    TTY Line ( Deaf ):........................212-504-4115
   Internet:..................................................................................www.nyc.gov/html/dep/home.html
      
Equal Employment Practices Commission  
Monitors and evaluate the employment programs, practices, policies and procedures, of all city agencies to ensure that they maintain an effective affirmative employment program of equal employment opportunity for protected groups who are employed by, or seek employment with, the New York City government.
   40 Rector St., CivicCenter.............................................................................. Tel: 212-788-8646
   Fax:......................................................................................................................... 212-788-8652
   Internet:............................................................ www.nyc.gov/html/eepc/html/home/home.shtml
      
FDNY Fire Department City of New York  
Provides fire fighting services throughout New York city.
   Internet:............................................................................................. www.ci.nyc.ny.us/html/fdny
      
Finance, Department of  
Collects City revenues, encourages compliance with City tax and other revenue laws, values all real property in the City, provides a forum for the public to dispute tax and parking violation liability, and maintains property records.
   66 John St., Wall St. (Correspondence Unit)..............................................................Tel: 212--311
   TTY Line ( Deaf ):..................................................................................................... 212-504-4115
   Internet:............................................................... www.nyc.gov/html/dof/html/home/home.shtml
Health and Hospitals Corporation  
Administers city-run hospitals and community health programs.
   125 Worth St........................................Internet:www.nyc.gov/html/hhc/html/home/home.shtml
      
Health and Management, Department of  
One of the most important department in city government with a wide range of responsibilities from infectious disease control to licensing (of dogs, restaurants, food vendors, etc.) For information about the Health Department's services or programs - or to make a complaint about an unclean, unhealthy condition (in restaurants, health clubs, pet shops, swimming pools, and other public places)
   Tel: ................................................... 212--311;    Tel: ............................................ 212-639-9675
   Internet:...............................................................www.nyc.gov/html/doh/html/home/home.shtml
      
Health, Vital Records, Department of (NYC)  
   125 Worth St., CivicCenter......................................................................General Info:212-442-9666
   Archives:................................... 212-788-4520;    Internet:.................... www.ci.nyc.ny.us/health
      
Homeless Services, Department of  
The DHS and its nonprofit partners has primarily focused on providing safe shelter, outreach services and, over the last few years, helping individuals and families transition to permanent housing.
   33 Beaver St., fl. 17, White Hall.................................................................... Tel: 212-361-8000
   Internet:.............................................................. www.nyc.gov/html/dhs/html/home/home.shtml
      
Housing Authority  
Provides housing for low and moderate-income residents within the 5 boroughs - includes section 8 housing. Link to contact numbers for departments.
   250 Broadway, CivicCenter...............................................................Information:212-306-3000
   TTY Line ( Deaf ):...................... 212-306-4445;    Internet:............. www.ci.nyc.ny.us/html/nycha
Human Resources Admin. / Dept of Social Services  
Provides a ranfe of social service programs. Ensures that needy individuals who meet eligibility requirements are provided food, shelter, temporary financial assistance, medical care, counseling and other services. Click here for a list of contact numbers.
   180 Water St., fl. 17, Wall St...............................................................Hot Line:1-877-472-8411
   Internet:...............................................................www.nyc.gov/html/hra/html/home/home.shtml
      
Immigrant Affairs, Office of  
Promotes the full and active participation of immigrant New Yorkers in the civic, economic, and cultural life of the City.
   100 Gold St., CivicCenter....................................................................................... Tel: 212--311
   Fax:......................................................................................................................... 212-788-9389
   Internet:..............................................................www.nyc.gov/html/imm/html/home/home.shtml
      
Intergovernmental Affairs, Office of  
Coordinates the City's interaction with the City, State and Federal Legislative Affairs Offices, as well as the offices of the City Comptroller, Public Advocate and Borough Presidents. The office keeps the Mayor and the Deputy Mayor for Operations informed about intergovernmental issues and is the liaison between the City and other governments, seeking to foster constructive links between the Administration and these entities.
   CivicCenter (City Hall)......................................................................................Tel: 212-788-2162
   Fax:......................................................................................................................... 212-788-9711
   Internet:.......................................................... www.nyc.gov/html/moiga/html/home/home.shtml
      
Investigation, Department of  
Investigates & refers for prosecution cases of fraud, corruption and unethical conduct by City employees, contractors and others who receive City money. List of Inspector General Office phone numbers.
   80 Maiden Ln., CivicCenter............................................................................Tel: 212-825-5900
   Internet:................................................................................... www.nyc.gov/html/doi/home.html
      
Juvenilee Justice, Department of  
The Department of Juvenile Justice provides detention for alleged juvenile delinquents and offenders whose cases are pending, and post-adjudicated juveniles awaiting placement with the State.
   365 Broadway, Chinatown..............................................................................Tel: 212-925-7779
   TTY Line ( Deaf ):...................... 212-334-6873;    Internet:...... www.nyc.gov/html/djj/home.html
Labor Relations, Office of  
OLR administers the Employee Health Benefits Program, Management Benefits Fund, Pre-Tax Benefits & Citywide Programs including the Deferred Compensation Plan, NYC Employee Assistance Program, and the Medicare Reimbursement Program. Represents the Mayor in the conduct of labor relations between the City and labor unions representing employees of the City.
   40 Rector St., CivicCenter.............................................................................. Tel: 212-306-7200
   Fax:......................................................................................................................... 212-306-7202
   Internet:................................................................ www.nyc.gov/html/olr/html/home/home.shtml
      
Landmarks Preservation Commission New York City  
Protecting the city's architectural, historic & cultural resources, these are the folks who decide who gets one of those cool plaques on their building, in their building, in their district or at their site! They also regulate alterations to designated sites & structures. Click here for a Public Hearings & Meetings Calendar.
   1 Centre St., Financial District (Betw. Water & South Sts.)................................Tel: 212-669-7700
   Internet:............................................................................................... www.ci.nyc.ny.us/html/lpc
Mo-Fr 9-17; Map
      
Law Department Responsible for the legal affairs of the City.
It represents the City, the Mayor, other elected officials, and the City's many agencies in all affirmative and defensive civil litigation as well as juvenile delinquency prosecutions brought in Family Court and Administrative Code enforcement proceedings brought in Criminal Court.
   100 Church St., CivicCenter............................................................................Tel: 212-788-0303
   Fax:......................................................................................................................... 212-788-0367
   Internet:.............................................................. www.nyc.gov/html/law/html/home/home.shtml
      
Marriage License  
   Tel: ......................................................................................................................... 212-669-2400
      
Municipal Archives City of New York Department of Records & Information Services.
   31 Chambers St., CivicCenter (At Centre St., Surrogate's Court Bldg. Rm 103)..........Tel: 212-788-8580
   Fax:......................................................................................................................... 212-385-0984
Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall (Centre:4,5,6), City Hall (Brdwy:N,R), Chambers St (Centre:J,M,Z-N,R); Map
Parks and Recreation Dept.  
Maintains the City's parks system, providing the public with a greener City and a wide variety of recreational opportunities.
   830 Fifth Ave., Upper East Side (The Arsenal).................................................Tel: 212-360-8111
   Tel: .................................................. 212--311;    Fax:............................................212-360-1329
   Internet:.....................................................................................................www.nycgovparks.org
      
People with Disabilities, Office for (MOPD)  
Office responsible for developing policies concerning those with disabilities, and implementing City compliance with ADA standards. Provides information on transportation, services for the deaf, blind and developmentally disabled, housing and VESID programs.
   100 Gold St., Lower East Side (Second Floor.).................................................Tel: 212-788-2830
   TTY Line ( Deaf ):...................... 212-788-2838;    Fax:............................................212-341-9843
   Internet:............................................................................... www.nyc.gov/html/mopd/home.html
      
Probation, Department of Provides supervision of adult & juvenile parollees.
   33 Beaver St., White Hall (Executive Offices)..........................................................Tel: 212-232-0684
   General Info:.................................... 212--311;    Internet:... www.nyc.gov/html/prob/home.html
      
Records, Department of  
Organizes and retrieves records, reports & archival documents produced by City government.
   31 Chambers St., CivicCenter.................................................................. General Info:212--311
   Internet:............................................................................ www.nyc.gov/html/records/home.html
      
Rent Guidelines Board (NYC)  
   51 Chambers St., CivicCenter...............................................................................Tel: 212-385-2934
   Internet:......................................................................................................www.housingnyc.com

City University of New York - CUNY  
   535 E. 80th St., Yorkville........................................................................ Information:212-794-5555
   Fax:.......................................... 212-794-5397;    Internet:................................... www.cuny.com
      
Citywide Administrative Department Of Services  
   1 Centre St., CivicCenter...................................................................................... Tel: 212-487-5627
   Tel: .......................................... 212-487-7273;    Tel: ............................................212-487-7274
   Tel: .......................................... 212-487-7277;    Tel: ............................................212-669-2457
      

Water Complaints Call in case of loss of water or a sharp drop in water pressure
   24 Hours:..................................718-337-4357;    Internet:............................. www.ci.nyc.us/dep
      

Children's Services  
   80 LaFayette St., CivicCenter................................................................................ Tel: 212-341-0900
   Fax:......................................................................................................................... 212-341-2574
      
Historic Landmarks Preservation Center  
   310 Madison Ave., Murray Hill..............................................................................Tel: 212-983-7197
Public Advocate  
   215 W. 90th St., Upper West Side.........................................................................Tel: 212-662-7200
   Fax:.......................................... 212-669-4701;    Fax:............................................212-864-1890
      

NYC.GOV - The Official New York City Web Site  
   Internet:...................................................................................................................www.nyc.gov
      

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