Advocacy Accomplishments | NYC Hospitality Alliance

Advocacy Accomplishments

The Alliance represents New York City hospitality businesses in the halls of government and the media. This is an abbreviated list of our accomplishments in reducing regulatory burdens.

Woman eating at restaurant next to an open window.

Air Conditioning & Open Storefronts

Annual Wage Notice article image.

Annual Wage Notice

Harassment in the Workplace article image.

Anti-Harassment Training

Bottle service at a nightclub.

Bottle Service

Patron at table with various alcoholic drinks and waters.

Brunch Bill

Couple dancing at night club.

Cabaret Law Repeal

Closeup on calculator, pen, paperclip and financial document

Commercial Rent Tax

Person providing signature on a written document.

Commercial Tenant Harassment Law Enacted

Gas burning stove shown in dark room.

Con Edison Service for NYC Bars and Restaurants

Generic monthly calendar.

Cure Periods for Violations

Sandwich board that states Food Pantry open.

Food Donation Online Portal

A Letter Grade sign posted on restaurant window.

Health Department Letter Grades

Historic buildings on New York City street.

Landmark Reform

A judge's gavel.

Lawsuits

State Capitol building in Albany, New York.

Lien Bill

Full tip jar at a bar.

Limited Supervisory Authority Employees Can Receive Tips

Mobile food cart vendor in New York City.

Mobile Vending Reform

Aerial view of downtown New York City landscape at night.

Nightlife Office at City Hall

Person separating Organic Waste in kitchen.

Organic Separation Requirements

Plastic Bag with Fruits

Plastic Bag Ban

Five vintage wine bottles.

Private Collections - SLA

Old fashioned cocktail.

Self Certification of Liquor Licenses

A sidewalk cafe in New York City.

Sidewalk Cafes

A wood-fired oven turned on.

Wood & Coal Cook Stove Requirements

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"As CEO of Carmine's and Virgil's, and a member of The Alliance, I can personally attest to the significant ROI that we have received from our Alliance membership dues."

- Jeffrey Bank, Carmine's & Virgil's Real BBQ

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"The Hospitality Helpline is by far my favorite benefit. When I reach out with a question, The Alliance team always responds right away with the information I need."

- Sally Chironis, Sally Chironis

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"OMG! I love being a member! As a small business owner, I'm involved in all decisions affecting my operations. What I love about The Alliance is that this organization gives me access to the same experts and resources the major players have been utilizing for decades."

- Melba Wilson, Melba's Restaurant