What's happening with the jail construction on Atlantic Avenue? Does that smoke shop on my block have the correct licenses? Why does that park no longer allow dogs? Will that new restaurant have live music? There are 59 Community Boards in NYC which monitor local delivery of municipal services; resolve constituent concerns; serve as first review of City and State applications; and advise on local land use, zoning issues, public policy, and the City budget. We live in Brooklyn Community Board 2. Are you getting their emails? If not, sign up here.
Each committee holds a monthly meeting that is open to the public. The next scheduled meetings are: Wed 12.20 - Land Use Committee Thu 12.21 - Transportation & Public Safety Committee Tue 01.02 - Economic Development Committee Wed 01.03 - Health, Environment & Social Services Committee Wed 01.24 - Youth, Education & Cultural Affairs Committee Thu 01.25 - Finance & Personnel Committee The full calendar can be accessed here.
Do you want to get even more involved? Applications to join the Board for the 2024-2026 term are now open. New Yorkers ages 16+ have a unique opportunity to shape local communities. Learn more and apply here by February 19th, 2024 |