# OPEN Wednesday: September 16, 2026

This BronxNet Public Media program aired on September 16, 2026, focused on community and cultural topics in the Bronx and New York City, including mental health awareness, cultural representation, and local entrepreneurship. The meeting did not include any procurement-related discussions such as contract awards, RFPs vendor selections, or budget allocations. Instead, it featured interviews with a Japanese American author discussing cultural identity, a psychotherapist addressing back-to-school anxiety and suicide prevention, and a Bronx entrepreneur highlighting independent media efforts to promote emerging artists and creatives. No spending decisions or procurement actions were identified during the program.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Professional Services
**Topics:** Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 16, 2026

### Sources
- [OPEN Wednesday: September 16, 2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ipL43vTkhPg) - BronxNet