Register of Community Board Budget Requests

This dataset reports each of the projects and programs requested by the City’s 59 community boards. The Register is the charter mandated product of a dynamic and cyclical budget process for the 59 community boards. The community boards consult with agencies on the capital and expense needs of the district. After consulting, each community board develops and votes separate priorities for up to 40 capital and 25 expense budget requests which the agencies review and respond to in the Register of Community Board Requests for the Preliminary Budget in January. The Mayor’s Office of Management and Budget (OMB) reviews these same budget requests and updates the responses for the Executive and Adopted Budgets. This dataset is updated three times per year after publication of the Preliminary, Executive and Adopted Budget, usually in January, April and June respectively.

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20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 14
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
14
Priority
01
Tracking Code
214202401E
Request
Provide more community board staff
Explanation
Every year we manage hundreds of service delivery requests, a youth conference, a nonprofit roundtable. We've added a lunch and learn series, and a YLC. Increasing responsibilities have been assigned and hiring staff and specialists, such as planners, policy analysts, IT assistance, would help to introduce more initiatives and develop longer range projects. As the most local city agency, we give voice to the individuals who make up our communities. To support serving communities equitably, it is imperative that the city fund and provide language access services at the CB level.
Response
As of the FY 2024 Adopted Budget, each Community Board's budget is $257,507.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Mayor's Office of Management and Budget
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 14
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
14
Priority
02
Tracking Code
214202402E
Request
Other expense budget request for DOT
Explanation
New York City must recognize ownership of the Plaza. The clearest solution we see is for Newkirk Plaza to become a formal participant in the DOT?s Pedestrian Plaza Program.The City inability to determine jurisdiction over Newkirk Plaza has left several chronic issues unresolved, including a serious rodent infestation,sanitation maintenance concerns, disrepair of the brick plaza surface,andgrowing street homelessness challenges.
Response
This is not a budget request.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Transportation
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 14
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
14
Priority
03
Tracking Code
214202403E
Request
Other cleaning requests
Explanation
There are 1200 road segments in CD 14. Given the number of dead ends, overpasses, and road bridges, cleaning is a persistent need. The evisceration of MLP, which is the only operation that cleans CD14's 54 dead ends streets, the temporary reductions in basket collection and lot cleaning, cancellation of electronics collection and organics is a myopic response in a city striving to recover its health and economy. DSNY stepped up to the plate in the midst of a public health crises like no other agency. BK14 assists DPR in the aftermath of storms, while still maintaining collection. We cannot depend of partially serving the community based on the whims of Councilmembers. Baseline services should come from the baseline budget. Restore full funding.
Response
OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Although the Department of Sanitation supports this program, due to fiscal constraints the availability of funds is uncertain.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Sanitation
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 14
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
14
Priority
04
Tracking Code
214202404E
Request
Expand street outreach
Explanation
Reports on homeless encampments and regarding individuals who appear to be homeless have increased over the past year. Breaking Ground is the current contractor and provides excellent service. Given the increase in calls to the Community Board, the Police and 311, an increase in outreach services is warranted. These teams must be equipped with professionals who can assist those who are not technically homeless, but are on the street due to substance use. There should be a Support and Connection Center in Brooklyn.
Response
OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Street outreach services are available 24/7, 365 days a year. By calling 311 or using the 311 app when a homeless individual appears to be in need of assistance, any New Yorker can dispatch an outreach team to that person and help them move indoors. Funding for street outreach has more than doubled in recent years.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Homeless Services
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 14
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
14
Priority
05
Tracking Code
214202405E
Request
Forestry services, including street tree maintenance
Explanation
Flatbush and Midwood boast 10,327 street trees, including 121 different species according to DPR's census. Argyle Road is considered the "leafiest" in Brooklyn. A more robust pruning cycle is still necessary. Requests for emergency pruning and fallen branches have not subsided in the District. Limbs, branches and entire trees fall during increasing weather events often blocking sidewalks, driveways and streets for days. DPR needs a better funded and more robust contracting practice or, better yet, increase the budget to bring the work in house.
Response
Due to fiscal constraints, the availability of funds is uncertain.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Parks and Recreation
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 14
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
14
Priority
06
Tracking Code
214202406E
Request
Other expense budget request for DCA
Explanation
DCWP is the licensing and main enforcement agency for the sale of tobacco and e-cigarettes.The pace of inspections is slow, and the enforcement mechanisms seem inadequate.CB14 is just now beginning to assess how many stores sell these items without a license.Report of sales to minors and sales of flavored vapes are prevalent.It seems that NYPD is back to assisting with these investigations but that could make the lines unclear.If DCWP continues to be the lead agency onthis a significant investment must be made in adding and training inspectors.
Response
The agency will try to accommodate this issue within existing resources. OMB supports the agency's position.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Consumer and Worker Protection
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 14
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
14
Priority
07
Tracking Code
214202407E
Request
Create or promote programs to de-stigmatize mental health needs and encourage treatment
Explanation
Nearly one in 25 New Yorkers has experienced mental illness. About 280,000 have major disorders such as schizophrenia. Forty percent of those in city shelters and 53% of those in city jails experience mental illness. From March to December of 2020, more than 17,000 calls were made for mental health assistance. This was 85 times more than the same period in 2019.

The city must continue to expand mobile crises teams, and intensive mobile teams as well as HOMESTAT outreach to unsheltered homeless individuals experiencing mental illness. A Support and Connection Center should be provided in Brooklyn.
Response
The agency will try to accommodate this issue within existing resources. OMB supports the agency's position.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 14
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
14
Priority
08
Tracking Code
214202408E
Request
Expand programs for housing inspections to correct code violations
Explanation
Four out of five top 311 requests are for HPD inspections and violation enforcement. CB 14 ranks 12th in the city in the number of housing code violations per 1000 residents, and only 40% of rental units are considered adequate. Maintaining housing that exists now helps to stem this crisis. Adequate housing is pivotal to health outcomes, and an urgent need in recovering from the ongoing public health crises.
Response
OMB supports the agency's position as follows: The agency will accommodate this issue within existing resources.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Housing Preservation & Development
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 14
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
14
Priority
09
Tracking Code
214202409E
Request
Clean catch basins
Explanation
There are several locations in the district that flood chronically. There have all been brought to DEP's attention. We ask that DEP respond to pending requests and advise so that filing claims with the city is not the default position. The city paid out over $2.6 million in the past five years. DEP should help offset the costs of backflow prevention valves.
Response
The Agency will accommodate this request within existing resources, but the community board should contact the Agency with additional information.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Environmental Protection
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 14
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
14
Priority
10
Tracking Code
214202410E
Request
Other programs to address public health issues requests
Explanation
Public health programs that address health disparities with an urgent focus on maternal health are of the highest priorities. Ongoing infection disease concerns, barriers to vaccines whether they be knowledge and understanding based, cultural practices based, language access, etc. must be thoughtfully addressed. Access to quality housing, healthy food choices and outdoor space all contribute systemically to health outcomes and thus cannot be considered singularly, let alone in competition with one another.
Response
The agency will try to accommodate this issue within existing resources. OMB supports the agency's position.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 14
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
14
Priority
11
Tracking Code
214202411E
Request
Other foster care and child welfare requests
Explanation
When asked by survey to rank public safety priorities, 85% of respondents ranked support for cure violence groups, number one. ACS?s Division of Youth and Family Justice and the efforts to support violence disrupters programs and organizations is a high priority from a youth service and a public safety perspective.There are several programs that ACS has introduced or grown in recent years. The YNCO?s at the 70th precinct are aware of some and following up on the introduction to newer programs.As for foster care and casework, the agency has made positive strides in reducing caseloads and fostered youth is at an all-time low.
Response
The agency will try to accommodate this issue within existing resources. OMB supports the agency's position.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Administration for Children's Services
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 14
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
14
Priority
12
Tracking Code
214202412E
Request
Provide or expand NYC organics collection program
Explanation
Residents of CB14 waited a long time for the pilot program just to the west of the district to expand. Rather than expanding the program DSNY is further limiting it in Brooklyn. Given that the program now requires residents to sign up, it seems that new routes can cross district lines similar to how school collection is done. Instead, DSNY is piloting a borough wide effort in Queens. Please reconsider and serve Brooklyn equitably.
Response
OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Although the Department of Sanitation supports this program, due to fiscal constraints the availability of funds is uncertain.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Sanitation
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 14
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
14
Priority
13
Tracking Code
214202413E
Request
Provide, expand, or enhance rental assistance programs/vouchers for permanent housing
Explanation
Community District 14 ranks 11th of 59 in the percentage of severely rent burdened household - 35% up from 30% the year before. The District ranks 8th in the percent of renter households that are severely overcrowded. Nearly 35% of renters in the District pay over 50% of their household income on monthly rent. Affordability of rentals (at 80% of AMI) decreased from 2010-2017, from 71.3% to only 49%. These are pressures that lend themselves to homelessness and continued expansion of prevention programs is warranted.
Response
OMB supports the agency's position as follows: The Agency provides homeless prevention services through its expanded network of HomeBase community offices.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Human Resources Administration
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 14
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
14
Priority
14
Tracking Code
214202414E
Request
Provide, expand, or enhance the Summer Youth Employment Program
Explanation
According to our Youth Conference attendees survey, the biggest draw for the 600 youth who attended out annual conference was jobs. It is imperative that DYCD jobs programs be expanded and dependably funded. Additional focus on building capacity at the CBO level to expand programming into underserved communities that were more highly impacted by Covid 19 is imperative. Cure violence programs depend on significant alternatives. DYCD is poised to support new models of curing violence and expanding opportunities for future leaders.
Response
OMB supports the agency's position as follows: DYCD has increased funding in this service area.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Youth & Community Development
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 14
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
14
Priority
15
Tracking Code
214202415E
Request
Increase staffing for homebound adult programs
Explanation
Case management, home care, legal services, and transportation services are generally intertwined. There is no way to prioritize the needs of one senior citizen over those of another and it would be folly to provide transportation over home care for a senior who is need of both. The funding of these services must be designed with the approach that support services are inextricable.
Response
Further study by the agency of this request is needed. Therefore, OMB does not take any position.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department for the Aging
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 14
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
14
Priority
16
Tracking Code
214202416E
Request
Hire additional crossing guards
Explanation
Additional crossing guards is an ever increasing request. New schools have opened, new developments are in the pipeline. The Community Board defers to the Police Precinct to assign additional crossing guards to new locations.
Response
The agency recommends funding this budget request, but at this time the availability of funds is uncertain. OMB supports the agency's position.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Police Department
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 14
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
14
Priority
17
Tracking Code
214202417E
Request
Funding for a new senior center program
Explanation
Engage in reimagining an RFP for senior centers that could continue some programming that would allow for social distanced but in person services, while expanding needed remote programming.

DFTA was amazingly deft in pivoting to providing remote service to a vulnerable population and developing new volunteer programs. This shift to ensure the continuity of service should be fully funded.
Response
Further study by the agency of this request is needed. Therefore, OMB does not take any position.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department for the Aging
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 14
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
14
Priority
18
Tracking Code
214202418E
Request
Assign additional building inspectors (including expanding training programs)
Explanation
DOB is operating with a 25% deficit in human resources. Many of these unfulfilled positions are inspectors. With the continued growing rate of new construction in the district, this is an urgent priority. Too many complaints are closed out due to lack of access while unpermitted work continues to the point of completion. Better timing of inspections, additional attempts and more detailed follow ups would assist in the ability to enforcement myriad violations.
Response
The agency will try to accommodate this issue within existing resources. OMB supports the agency's position.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Buildings
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 14
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
14
Priority
19
Tracking Code
214202419E
Request
Provide more firefighters or EMS workers
Explanation
Fund adequate new firefighter, Marshall, EMS and inspector hires. Given the pace of development and the density that is adding to our community, it is imperative that we ensure that staffing remain optimal and that the addition of a 5th firefight on the truck is expanded to firehouses serving our community. The number of fire safety violations has dropped by 98%. The number of firefighters fully trained for all inspections should be at 100%.
Response
OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Further study by the agency of this request is needed.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Fire Department
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 14
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
14
Priority
20
Tracking Code
214202420E
Request
Increase enforcement of canine waste laws
Explanation
Illegal drop offs and dumping at commercial baskets, dead-ends, tree pits, etc is an ongoing complaint. Resident bring garbage to corner baskets, construction and other commercial debris are often found under elevated train tracks. Often the sanitation workers, supervisors and police know who the offenders are but the rules for enforcement require a stake out. Funding to increase enforcement's capacity to steak out chronic locations, day and night, could make an enormous difference in the public health, safety and appearance of out District.
Response
OMB supports the agency's position as follows: DSNY will evaluate this request.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Sanitation
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 14
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
14
Priority
21
Tracking Code
214202421E
Request
Extend library hours or expand and enhance library programs (BPL)
Explanation
The Community Board supports the continuation and expansion of programs that are so valuable in connecting our community members to literacy and culture. From small children, to teens, adults and older adults, the breadth of library programming is impressive and invaluable. We are grateful that branch managers and program directors are so active with the board and always willing to share and update us regarding new programs and services.
Response
The agency will try to accommodate this issue within existing resources. OMB supports the agency's position.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Brooklyn Public Library
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 14
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
14
Priority
22
Tracking Code
214202422E
Request
Animal and pest control requests including reducing rat and mosquito populations
Explanation
Rodent complaints have risen throughout the city, While DOHMH continues to increase the number of inspections performed annually, these efforts are outpaced by conditions contributing to rodent infestations. DOT's Open Streets for restaurant policy, DOB's abatement rules for construction sites should have better storage and collection policies. DSNY should be better equipped to address illegal drop offs and dumping. A better public education plan so that people understand the downside of feeding feral cats and birds is needed.
Response
Further study by the agency of this request is needed. Therefore, OMB does not take any position.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 14
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
14
Priority
23
Tracking Code
214202423E
Request
Provide commercial lease support for business owners
Explanation
Supporting venues that generate social capital and drive economic development is key to post pandemic recovery. Kings Theater was an EDC project that is owned and managed by a private entity and is a for profit enterprise. The city then enacted several policy decisions in the area that undermined the original multi-million-dollar investment in the theater as an economic driver. Greater support to the theater and spillover businesses and a better balance with other city programs such as homeless
Response
OMB supports the agency's position as follows: The agency will try to accommodate this issue within existing resources.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Small Business Services
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 14
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
14
Priority
24
Tracking Code
214202424E
Request
Inspect water main on specific street segment and repair or replace as needed
Explanation
There are several locations in the District that flood chronically in rainstorms. These locations have all been brought to DEP's attention and we are awaiting determination as to cause. DCP has provided a limited drop down list from which to choose a budget priority. We ask the DEP respond to the requests pending and advise as to what the respective issues are so that we can identify what budget line these requests fall into. The bottom line is that DEP must provide solutions to these locations because property, businesses and public areas should not have to withstand chronic flooding. Several claims have been filed with the City of New York.
Response
Further investigation of this request is needed. Contact the agency.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Environmental Protection
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 14
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
14
Priority
25
Tracking Code
214202425E
Request
Create or promote programs to de-stigmatize substance misuse and encourage treatment
Explanation
Street outreach teams, NYPD, and human services organizations report that many people who appear to be unsheltered often have homes but congregate where they can access and use substances. There are few programs available to them unless they are in fact homeless or choose to seek care. This is a woeful and dangerous approach, or lack thereof. Community Mobile and Intesive Mobile teams should be expanded in Brooklyn.
Response
Further study by the agency of this request is needed. Therefore, OMB does not take any position.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 15
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
15
Priority
CS
Tracking Code
215202439C
Request
Provide a new or expand an existing elementary school
Explanation
Brooklyn has grown in population at an alarming rate and our school systems have not caught up with the demands. We have several schools in the district that are overcrowded and resources are stretched to the seams. We need to take a good hard look at these schools and seek solutions to either expand classrooms when possible or create a new school to accommodate these very real and growing needs. Our children are our future and they deserve the best education possible and overcrowded classrooms cannot provide that. PS 254, PS 153 and PS 206 are prime examples of schools at capacity.
Response
OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Limited seat need has been identified in the area specified. Location for a school will be based on site availability.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Education
Street
2200 Gravesend Neck Road, Brookl
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 15
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
15
Priority
CS
Tracking Code
215202440C
Request
Provide new or upgrade existing sanitation garages or other sanitation infrastructure
Explanation
Brooklyn Community Board 15's Sanitation garage is a temporary structure of trailers located on Knapp Street. We are requesting a permanent home for our Sanitation garage and encourage more aggressive siting actions by the department.
Response
Due to fiscal constraints, the availability of funds is uncertain.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Sanitation
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 15
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
15
Priority
CS
Tracking Code
215202441C
Request
Reconstruct streets
Explanation
Gerritsen Beach was a heavily damaged area during Superstorm Sandy. Flooding and ponding have been an issue in the old section of Gerritsen (south of Bartlett Avenue) for many years. We are requesting a new stormwater and sewer system to be installed and in doing so it is imperative that DOT works hand in hand with DEP to reconstruct the streets of this community with each installation of a new sewer system.
Response
Further investigation of this request is needed. Contact the agency.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Environmental Protection
Site Street
Gerritsen Avenue
Cross Street 1
Bartlett Avenue
Cross Street 2
Bartlett Avenue
Street
Gerritsen Avenue
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 15
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
15
Priority
CS
Tracking Code
215202442C
Request
Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)
Explanation
We need a total of $5.9 million for Kelly Playground. $2.9 million for Phase 2 to convert cracked asphalt field to synthetic turf for a multi-purpose field. Phase 3 requires $3 million dollars to renovate the basketball courts and realign fewer handball courts and add an adult fitness area.
Response
OMB supports the agency's position as follows: This project has not been funded.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Parks and Recreation
Site Street
Avenue S and East 17th Street
Street
Avenue S and East 17th Street
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 15
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
15
Priority
01
Tracking Code
215202401C
Request
Provide more housing for medium income households
Explanation
Our seniors can no longer afford to maintain their properties and stay in their homes. Rentals are too expensive on fixed incomes. With an increasing aging population we need to create affordable senior communities. New York City is way behind in that area. Our middle class numbers have decreased. Real estate prices have sky-rocketed in our community. It is becoming impossible for people who grew up here or raised a family here to remain in our community. Home ownership is now a pipe dream, only affordable for the very wealthy. Rents are becoming so high that families have taken up residence in illegally created apartments, sometimes overcrowded to the point of being unsafe.
Response
This is not a budget request.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Housing Preservation & Development
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 15
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
15
Priority
02
Tracking Code
215202402C
Request
Renovate or upgrade an existing health care facility
Explanation
Coney Island Hospital (at 2601 Ocean Parkway) is the closest hospital to our community district, located on Ocean Parkway and near the Belt Parkway. Coney Island Hospital needs additional funding to become a Level 1 Trauma Center. They currently do not have the equipment needed to designate them as such. Brooklyn Community Board 15 would like to see them properly funded to be eligible for this important trauma care designation.
Response
This request is not recommended for funding.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Health and Hospitals Corporation
Street
2601 Ocean Parkway, Brooklyn, Ne
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 15
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
15
Priority
03
Tracking Code
215202403C
Request
Repair or build new seawalls or bulkheads
Explanation
The bulkheads along Manhattan Beach between Corbin Place and Ocean Avenue have been compromised due to years of erosion. In case of another major storm, such as a Sandy, there are no resiliency measures in place to protect the community from bulkhead failures.
Response
Further investigation of this request is needed. Contact the agency.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Environmental Protection
Site Street
Oriental Blvd and Ocean Avenue
Street
Oriental Blvd and Ocean Avenue
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 15
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
15
Priority
04
Tracking Code
215202404C
Request
Add NYPD parking facilities
Explanation
Currently, Brooklyn has only one police Tow Pound in Northern Brooklyn and it's often at full capacity. This is a growing problem for our community. Additional car lifts (stackers) at the existing Tow Pound would increase holding capacity and permit more vehicles to be stored as an immediate interim measure. The current pound being located across the borough results in long travel times. It limits the turnaround time resulting in diminished productivity per work shift for Row Tow operators serving Southern Brooklyn. Ideally, we would like the short-term addition of car lifts at the existing Tow Pound until a new pound can be sited and constructed in Southern Brooklyn to expedite Row Tow operations enhancing their capacity and increasing their productivity.
Response
The funding for this request cannot be determined at this time.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Police Department
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 15
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
15
Priority
05
Tracking Code
215202405C
Request
Other NYPD facilities and equipment requests
Explanation
Currently, Brooklyn does not have the capability to regularly tow heavy vehicles such as a semi-truck or a bus. Instead we have to rely on a special tow truck to be dispatched from Manhattan periodically. Brooklyn must have its own designated heavy load tow truck.
Response
The Brooklyn Tow Pound is now equipped with a heavy duty tow truck.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Police Department
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 15
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
15
Priority
06
Tracking Code
215202406C
Request
Other transportation infrastructure requests
Explanation
The waiting list to install an approved speed hump is excessive. With the hiring of additional crews to perform this necessary task we can expedite the installation time and reduce crashes and speeding violations.
Response
OMB supports the agency's position as follows: The agency will try to accommodate this issue within existing resources.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Transportation
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 15
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
15
Priority
07
Tracking Code
215202407C
Request
Rehabilitate or renovate existing fire houses or EMS stations
Explanation
At Engine 321 (2165 Gerritsen Avenue), a new apparatus (truck room) floor and a new stove.
Response
OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Repairs and upgrades to facilities must be scheduled carefully so overall (and local/neighborhood) emergency response operations are not negatively impacted. Additionally, these requests must be prioritized so more critical issues (e.g., health and safety or operational response issues) are addressed first. We repair all facilities as resources and priorities allow.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Fire Department
Street
2165 Gerritsen Avenue, Brooklyn,
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 15
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
15
Priority
08
Tracking Code
215202408C
Request
Rehabilitate or renovate existing fire houses or EMS stations
Explanation
At Engine 254/Ladder 153 (901 Avenue U), a new Intercom system in firehouse, one-inch yellow forestry hose to help at brush fire operations, forcible entry training door, low profile floor jack, metal studs and plywood to build a search training course in the basement.
Response
OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Further study by the agency of this request is needed.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Fire Department
Street
901 Avenue U, Brooklyn, New York
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 15
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
15
Priority
09
Tracking Code
215202409C
Request
Rehabilitate or renovate existing fire houses or EMS stations
Explanation
At Engine 276/Ladder 156/Battalion 33 (1635 East 14th Street), an Ansel system and a new stove.
Response
Further study by the agency of this request is needed.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Fire Department
Street
1635 East 14 Street, Brooklyn, N
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 15
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
15
Priority
10
Tracking Code
215202410C
Request
Rehabilitate or renovate existing fire houses or EMS stations
Explanation
At Engine 246/Ladder 169 (2731 East 11th Street), electrical upgrades to firehouse including back-up generator, a new refrigerator, commercial range hood for outdoor grill and a new stove.
Response
OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Repairs and upgrades to facilities must be scheduled carefully so overall (and local/neighborhood) emergency response operations are not negatively impacted. Additionally, these requests must be prioritized so more critical issues (e.g., health and safety or operational response issues) are addressed first. We repair all facilities as resources and priorities allow.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Fire Department
Street
2731 East 11 Street, Brooklyn, N
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 15
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
15
Priority
11
Tracking Code
215202411C
Request
Provide a new, or new expansion to, a building in a park
Explanation
Brigham Park, a newly constructed park located on Emmons Avenue and Brigham Street, does not have adequate funding to provide a comfort station. Given its remote location, for the seniors and children of our community, the inclusion of a comfort station would be a necessity.
Response
OMB supports the agency's position as follows: This project has not been funded.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Parks and Recreation
Cross Street 1
Emmons Avenue
Cross Street 2
Emmons Avenue
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 15
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
15
Priority
12
Tracking Code
215202412C
Request
Other requests for park, building, or access improvements
Explanation
Funding in the total amount of $6.5 Million is needed to complete Mellet Playground. We require $4.5 million for Phase 2 which will convert the dilapidated asphalt multipurpose play area with synthetic turf. Phase 3 requires $2 million dollars to reconstruct single wall handball courts, and pavement.
Response
OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Partially funded.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Parks and Recreation
Street
Avenue V, Brooklyn, New York, NY
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 15
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
15
Priority
13
Tracking Code
215202413C
Request
Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)
Explanation
Homecrest Park is in need of a comfort station. It serves a large community of both children and seniors, and public urination at that park has become a health hazard and quality of life condition.
Response
OMB supports the agency's position as follows: This project has not been funded.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Parks and Recreation
Site Street
Williams Court
Street
Williams Court
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 15
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
15
Priority
14
Tracking Code
215202414C
Request
Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)
Explanation
Pat Parlato playground is in poor condition and in need of a total upgrade in recreational equipment.
Response
OMB supports the agency's position as follows: This project has not been funded.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Parks and Recreation
Site Street
Falmouth St and Oriental Blvd
Street
Falmouth St and Oriental Blvd
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 15
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
15
Priority
15
Tracking Code
215202415C
Request
Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)
Explanation
Manhattan Beach Park's Baseball Field need $9 Million to complete reconstruction of its baseball field, including new fencing, seating areas, drainage fixes, and filter water bottles.
Response
OMB supports the agency's position as follows: This project has not been funded.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Parks and Recreation
Site Street
Falmouth Street and Oriental
Street
Ocean Avenue and Oriental Blvd.
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 15
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
15
Priority
16
Tracking Code
215202416C
Request
Other capital budget request for DEP
Explanation
The Coney Island Water Treatment Plant located at 3002 Knapp Street is in need of an increase in overall plant budget for on-going maintenance of the water treatment plant. We need funding for force main repair and additional funding for odor control equipment for repairs and improvements.
Response
Further investigation is required. Contact the agency.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Environmental Protection
Site Street
Knapp Street
Street
3002 Knapp Street
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 15
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
15
Priority
17
Tracking Code
215202417C
Request
Renovate exterior building component
Explanation
The school's playground floods following every rain event. Heavy rains cause mini-lakes, attracting mosquitoes during the warmer months and ice hazards during the winter. Funding is required for remediation to return the playground safely to the community's children, who use it.
Response
OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Unable to prioritize funding for this project request at this time.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Education
Street
1925 Stuart Street, Brooklyn, Ne
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 15
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
15
Priority
18
Tracking Code
215202418C
Request
Other capital budget request for DPR
Explanation
Many of our Parks are dimly lit and require additional lighting. Perhaps solar powered lighting is something that can be funded to efficiently and inexpensively light our parks.
Response
OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Lights are serviced by DOT.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Parks and Recreation
Street
Belt Pkwy., Williams Court bet.
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 15
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
15
Priority
19
Tracking Code
215202419C
Request
Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)
Explanation
McDonald Park is in need of $10 Million, $5 Million for reconstruction of its basketball and handball courts, perimeter sidewalk and sitting areas and $5 Million needed for reconstruction of its tennis courts.
Response
OMB supports the agency's position as follows: This project has not been funded.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Parks and Recreation
Site Street
McDonald Avenue and Avenue S
Street
McDonald Avenue and Avenue S
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 15
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
15
Priority
20
Tracking Code
215202420C
Request
Other capital budget request for DPR
Explanation
Many of our Parks are dimly lit and require additional lighting. Perhaps solar powered lighting is something that can be funded to efficiently and inexpensively light our parks.
Response
OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Lights are serviced by DOT.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Parks and Recreation
Street
Avenue V, Brooklyn, New York, NY
20230630
Publication: 20230630 • Boro: 2 • Board: 15
Publication
20230630
Boro
2
Board
15
Priority
21
Tracking Code
215202421C
Request
Other requests for park, building, or access improvements
Explanation
We need funding the replace the sidewalk adjacent to Holocaust Park on the Sheepshead Bay side. The sidewalk is broken up, a trip hazard and appears to be sinking in certain spots. Our main concern is that it's over water so we need to locate the source of the sidewalk failure and correct and restore it as soon as possible.
Response
OMB supports the agency's position as follows: This project has not been funded.
Responded By
OMB
Responsible Agency
Department of Parks and Recreation
Street
West End Avenue