Community leader Chip Cafiero to be honored

Cafiero during the Fifth Avenue Festival. Eagle Urban Media file photo

BAY RIDGE – A LIFELONG BAY RIDGE resident will be honored by the neighborhood to which he loves and has dedicated countless hours.

The Merchants of Third Avenue (MOTA) hosts a retirement celebration for civic leader Chip Cafiero at Greenhouse Cafe on May 15. Cafiero, who turns 78 in May, has been an integral part of community organizations for decades, including the chairperson for the Third Avenue Festival.

“After nearly 50 incredible years of leadership, dedication and community spirit, we celebrate the retirement of a true Bay Ridge legend, Chip Cafiero,” the organization said in a statement. “From building NYC’s biggest block party to bringing neighbors, businesses and friends together year after year, Chip’s impact on Third Avenue is nothing short of extraordinary.”

MOTA is a merchant group and a civic organization focused on “stabilizing our community and donating to and supporting other local community groups.” They also host parades for Norwegian Day, St. Patrick’s Day, Memorial Day, and Ragamuffin.

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