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Our next Housing Committee meeting is on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, 7:00 PM. Committee members are required to attend in-person in order to fulfill quorum. We encourage the community to attend through remote
Zoom:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85730634366?pwd=ZFNpY2ErdDhnWkYzN2Q4RFc4ZUFvdz09
Meeting ID: 857 3063 4366
Passcode: 123456
Dial by phone 1 646 931 3860 US
Meeting ID: 857 3063 4366
Passcode: 123456
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Community Notification:
Track Work Impacting Belt Parkway Next Weekend
This is a notification to inform you that NYCT has scheduled the renewal of mainline track on the Culver (F) Line , between the Neptune & Ave X stations.
This project is scheduled for next weekend, commencing on Friday December 8th, 2023, and ending Monday December 11th, 2023. Scheduled working hours will be as follows: 8PM Friday working continuously through 5AM Monday, for preparatory work which consist of, but not limited to the staging of street cranes, track panels and related materials at the Crane sites listed below, and 5AM- 9PM Hours on Saturday and Sunday, for the removal and installation of track panels.
Please Note: This project includes the replacement of mainline track running directly above the entire width of the Belt Pkwy. This section of track will be replaced during the night, between 8PM- 5AM, for 3 consecutive nights. Motorists should expect delays and are advised to use alternate routes to their destinations.
NYCDOT approved flagging and traffic devices will be utilized for the safety of the public. Parking will not be allowed on Shore Pkwy, between Ave Z & Neptune Ave to allow traffic diversions. Parking will also be restricted for 150’ ft. along each curb lane at each Crane location to allow the placement of a Crane and materials.
The crane will be placed on the N/B lane of Shell Road, between Shore Pkwy & Neptune Ave.
Here is a list of the project schedule & projected diversions:
1st Night: Belt Pkwy Traffic Diversions (9PM Friday - 6AM Saturday)
• Eastbound: Closed between (Exit 6) Cropsey Ave & (Exit 7) Ocean Pkwy.
• Westbound: Reduced to 1 Lane, between (Exit 7A) Shell Road & Exit (6N) Cropsey Ave.
2nd Night: Belt Pkwy Traffic Diversions / 9PM Saturday - 7AM Sunday:
• Eastbound: Reduced to (1) Lane, between (Exit 7A) Shell Road & Exit (6N) Cropsey Ave.
• Westbound: Closed between (Exit 6) Cropsey Ave & (Exit 7) Ocean Pkwy.
3rd Night: Belt Pkwy Traffic Diversions / 9PM Sunday- 5AM Monday:
• Eastbound: Reduced to (1) Lane, between (Exit 6) Cropsey Ave & (Exit 7) Ocean Pkwy.
• Westbound: Reduced to (1) Lane, between (Exit 7a) Shell Road & Exit (6N) Cropsey Ave.
On occasion, due to a combination of the service demands of the community, safety considerations and the welfare of the public, some phases of track construction are limited to special operating hours. Please note that the schedule of this work is weather dependent and is subject to change.
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Here are the current planned Coney Island Workforce1 for
December/January events.
Monday, December 11: Brooklyn Workforce1 Career Center
Tuesday, December 12: Alliance for Coney Island
Wednesday, December 13:
• Brooklyn Public Library- Kings Bay (12:00 PM – 3:30 PM)
• Brooklyn Public Library- Coney Island
Thursday, December 14: Brooklyn Public Library- Gravesend
• La'Dorch x HSM Personal Care- Employer Onsite: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Friday, December 15: Brooklyn Public Library- Coney Island
Monday, December 18: Brooklyn Public Library- Ulmer Park
Tuesday, December 19: Brooklyn Workforce1 Career Center
Wednesday, December 20: Brooklyn Public Library- Coney Island
• La'Dorch x HSM Personal Care- Employer Onsite: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Thursday, December 21: Alliance for Coney Island
Friday, December 22: Brooklyn Public Library- Coney Island
Tuesday, December 26: Alliance for Coney Island
Wednesday, December 27:
• Brooklyn Public Library- Kings Bay (12:00 PM – 3:30 PM)
• Brooklyn Public Library- Coney Island
Thursday, December 28: Brooklyn Public Library- Gravesend
• La'Dorch x HSM Personal Care- Employer Onsite: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Friday, December 29: Brooklyn Public Library- Coney Island
Wednesday, January 3: Brooklyn Public Library- Coney Island
• La'Dorch x HSM Personal Care- Employer Onsite: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Thursday, January 4: Alliance for Coney Island
Friday, January 5: Brooklyn Public Library- Coney Island
Monday, January 8: Brooklyn Public Library- Brighton Beach
Wednesday, January 10:
• Brooklyn Public Library- Kings Bay (12:00 PM – 3:30 PM)
• Brooklyn Public Library- Coney Island
Thursday, January 11: Brooklyn Public Library- Gravesend
• La'Dorch x HSM Personal Care- Employer Onsite: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Friday, January 12: Brooklyn Public Library- Coney Island
Tuesday, January 16: Brooklyn Workforce1 Career Center
Wednesday, January 17: Brooklyn Public Library- Coney Island
• La'Dorch x HSM Personal Care- Employer Onsite: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Thursday, January 18: Alliance for Coney Island
Friday, January 19: Brooklyn Public Library- Coney Island
Monday, January 22: Brooklyn Public Library- Brighton Beach
Wednesday, January 24:
• Brooklyn Public Library- Kings Bay (12:00 PM – 3:30 PM)
• Brooklyn Public Library- Coney Island
Thursday, January 25: Brooklyn Public Library- Gravesend
• La'Dorch x HSM Personal Care- Employer Onsite: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Friday, January 26: Brooklyn Public Library- Coney Island
Monday, January 29: Brooklyn Public Library- Ulmer Park
Wednesday, January 31: Brooklyn Public Library- Coney Island
• La'Dorch x HSM Personal Care- Employer Onsite: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
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Coney Island Library - 1901 Mermaid Avenue
December 2023 Schedule
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Brighton Beach Library - 16 Brighton 1st Road
December 2023 Schedule
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Ulmer Park Library - 2602 Bath Avenue
December 2023 Schedule
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HOPE 2024 - Homeless Count Survey
Dear Colleagues,
We need your help!
On the night of Tuesday, January 23rd, 2024, DSS-HRA-DHS will conduct its annual Homeless Outreach Population Estimate (HOPE) Survey, a point-in-time survey undertaken each winter that helps the City estimate the number of unsheltered New Yorkers living on the street on one of the coldest nights of the year. The results gathered through this survey provide the City with valuable information that helps determine how to allocate resources to best serve New Yorkers in need with care and compassion.
The night of HOPE is coming soon, and we need your help to conduct this survey by canvassing streets, parks, subways, and other public spaces. Volunteers are needed from approximately 10:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m. on the night of January 23rd. Just a few hours of your time will help us in our ongoing efforts to support New Yorkers experiencing unsheltered homelessness and encourage them to take that first important step to come off the streets and subways and accept the vital services and supports they need and deserve. Through DSS’ 24/7/365 outreach efforts, we have referred more than 8,500 New Yorkers experiencing unsheltered homelessness to transitional and/or permanent housing in FY22 alone. Your participation in HOPE will help us build on that progress.
As we work to address unsheltered homelessness across our city, one person at a time, this is a great opportunity to participate in an extraordinary citywide effort. If you have volunteered before, I encourage you to sign up again. If you have yet to experience how truly rewarding a night of HOPE can be, I invite you to join us for the first time.
Additionally, compensatory time may be available to you for participating – consult with your Agency and supervisor to see if this applies.
The safety of everyone involved in HOPE is our highest priority. Facilities will be set up to promote social distancing, and masks and other PPE will be provided. Volunteers always go out in teams of 3-4 people, but we also encourage you to sign up to volunteer with friends and family if possible. Also, training for HOPE volunteers will be conducted remotely and volunteers will be dismissed remotely and will not be required to return to their designated HOPE site after canvassing.
Please visit nyc.gov/hope to learn more and to register. Your participation is essential to helping us address the challenge of homelessness and support some of our City’s most vulnerable residents as they get back on their feet.
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Starting October 2, 2023, Curbside Composting will be available to ALL Brooklyn residents!
Compost will be picked up on your recycling day. Find your collection schedule.
Service will be available year-round. No sign-up required.
How to Compost
Leaf and Yard Waste Separation is Mandatory
- Place in any labeled bin (55 gallons or less) with a secure lid or in your DSNY brown bin, paper lawn and leaf bag, or clear plastic bag.
- Bundle twigs and branches with twine and place on curb next to bins or bags.
Food Scraps and Food-soiled Paper
- Place in any labeled bin (55 gallons or less) with a secure lid or in your DSNY brown bin.
- Line your bin with a bag to keep it clean.
- Tie the bag closed before putting the bin out for collection.
- Write your address on your bin.
NOTE: Do not place bags of food waste directly on the curb. You can mix food scraps with leaf and yard waste only when using a bin with a secure lid.
Owners of buildings with 4+ units must provide a storage area and clearly labeled bins for the collection of yard waste.
What to Compost
DSNY will pick up ALL leaf and yard waste, food scraps, and food-soiled paper. This includes meat, bones, dairy, prepared foods, and greasy uncoated paper plates and pizza boxes.
https://www.nyc.gov/assets/dsny/site/services/food-scraps-and-yard-waste-page/brooklyn-composting
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Borough President Reynoso announced the release of the Comprehensive Plan for Brooklyn, his vision for a healthier, more equitable borough. The Comprehensive Plan will serve as a guiding document for his land use decision-making process and a framework for equitable growth based on a comprehensive analysis of conditions across the borough.
For your convenience, The Comprehensive Plan can be viewed here. I hope you’ll read through it for a detailed look at the office’s recommendations for solving these issues boroughwide.
| The Public Engagement Report on the Coney Island Casino Proposal from March 6, 2023 community meeting can now be view by clicking on the report below: |  |  |  | |
Alternate Service along D Line for Upcoming Weekends
This is to inform you of work along the D line which will require alternate service for certain time periods for the remainder of 2023. Please see below for details.
Weekdays (certain Tuesdays) from 9:45 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. (switch inspection)
Fare free shuttle buses replace normal D service from Bay 50th Street to Coney Island-Stillwell Avenue on the following days:
December 12
Weekdays (certain Tuesdays) from 9:45 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. (switch inspection)
Fare free shuttle buses replace normal D service from Bay Parkway/86th Street to Coney Island-Stillwell Avenue
December 5
Notifications will be posted at all affected stations for alternate service and shuttle bus locations on street level. Please see this link for the initial service page on our website, it will be refreshed with future dates as the work moves along.
https://new.mta.info/alerts?selectedRoutes=MTASBWY%3AD&selectedDate=10%2F03%2F2023
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MTA Announces Shuttle Buses to
Replace Weekend F Trains in Brooklyn
“Brooklyn Community Board 13 would like to extend our gratitude to the MTA on behalf of our constituents,” said Brooklyn Community Board 13 Chairperson Lucy Mujica Diaz and District Manager Eddie Mark. “As the warmer days approach and ridership increases to the Coney Island area, providing F train shuttle bus service for this community is not only a need, it is a must. We hope to build on these accomplishments and support the work of universal inclusion for our community.”
https://new.mta.info/press-release/mta-announces-shuttle-buses-replace-weekend-f-trains-brooklyn-during-signal?mibextid=Zxz2cZ&fbclid=IwAR2LypKiTEFm7geAtP7YdveJHiPVC44Z7ZWUxPlg2rpkNCaN8ORmz79y1Xo
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During Signal Modernization Work
New York City Transit
Updated June 1, 2023 6:00 p.m.
Ongoing Culver Line Signal Modernization Project will Improve Subway Service in Brooklyn
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) today announced that shuttle buses will replace weekend train service in southern Brooklyn beginning June 16 and going through the end of 2023 during signal modernization work. The Culver Line Signal Modernization project is fully replacing signals on the Culver Line from Church Av to West 8 St in Brooklyn to improve reliability and resilience.
“Replacing aging equipment is fundamental to modernizing and improving our infrastructure,” said MTA Construction and Development President Jamie Torres-Springer. “New signal technology will allow us to improve speeds and on-time performance for train customers in Brooklyn.”
train service will operate between Jamaica-179 St and Church Av the following weekends. Free shuttle buses will operate between Church Av and Coney Island-Stillwell Av to provide service to closed stations. These dates are subject to change.
- December 8 – December 11
- December 15 – December 18
- December 22 – December 25
- December 29 – January 1
Nearby trains and local buses will provide alternate service between Church Av and Coney Island-Stillwell Av. For direct service between Manhattan/Downtown Brooklyn and Coney Island, customers can take trains instead.
"I am glad that the MTA heard and responded to the community’s concerns about the planned service outages along the train line and will be introducing shuttle service as a result of the advocacy of myself and my colleagues, Councilman Kagan and Assemblyman Brook-Krasny,” said Senator Jessica Scarcella-Spanton. “The increased subway reliability and frequency made possible by the Culver Line Signal Modernization Project is critical, but such a project cannot leave Southern Brooklynites without alternate transit options, especially as the busy, hot summer months begin. I look forward to the welcome addition of shuttle bus service and to continued collaboration with the MTA and the community at large.”
“I am very glad to learn that the MTA listened to the concerns of the community and elected officials and agreed to provide free shuttle bus service to the residents of Southern Brooklyn,” said New York City Council Member Ari Kagan. “This shuttle service along the line between Coney Island/Stillwell Av and Church Av for the entire period of the construction project will provide the opportunity for riders to reach their destination. I will continue to work with the MTA, elected officials and community partners to make sure the residents of Southern Brooklyn have viable public transportation options.”
“Brooklyn Community Board 13 would like to extend our gratitude to the MTA on behalf of our constituents,” said Brooklyn Community Board 13 Chairperson Lucy Mujica Diaz and District Manager Eddie Mark. “As the warmer days approach and ridership increases to the Coney Island area, providing F train shuttle bus service for this community is not only a need, it is a must. We hope to build on these accomplishments and support the work of universal inclusion for our community.”
Customers are encouraged to sign up for the MTA Weekender, a weekly newsletter sent every Friday to inform customers of weekend service changes throughout the transit system. Customers can sign up here.
For real-time service updates and information, customers can use the following options:
MYmta app – Customers who use the comprehensive MYmta smartphone app will see real-time travel information for all MTA services all in one place.
new.mta.info – The “Service Status” box at new.mta.info is always the definitive source for the latest status for each line.
Live Subway Map – The Live Subway Map shows the real-time position of trains, planned service changes at any given time, highlights accessible stations, and much more.
WhatsApp – Customers can chat with NYC Transit via WhatsApp. Riders can receive customer service support in their native language through the help of Google Translate.
For those who prefer to contact the MTA by telephone, information is available by dialing 511. Connecticut customers should call 877-690-5114. Those who are deaf or hard of hearing can use their preferred service provider for the free 711 relay to reach the MTA at 511.
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REPORT AN INCIDENT TO THE OFFICE OF CANNABIS MANAGEMENT
You may report the following using the Incident Reporting Form below:
- an adverse health event which includes any troublesome or undesired medical occurrence or symptom associated with the use of a cannabis product.
- a concern about a cannabis business which includes businesses that sell cannabis products including unlicensed business locations, sales to a minor or consumption in unauthorized areas
- or a concern regarding a cannabis product, such as product safety, product mislabeling, product formulation or product expiration date.
The information requested is necessary for the Office of Cannabis Management to review your concern.
https://cannabis.ny.gov/report-an-incident
Enforcement
Enforcement Legislation
https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2023/s4006/amendment/original
Community Boards and local municipalities may relay to the state and/or local enforcement information about activities that may be in violation of the Cannabis Law.
Suspected violations or complaints can be reported online at:
https://cannabis.ny.gov/report-an-incident
Whenever possible please include the following information when submitting a complaint:
• Name of business
• Time of alleged illicit activity
• Location of alleged illicit activity
• Pictures of alleged illicit activity
• Indicate if there has been previous police contact (i.e., 911 calls)
• Proximity to sensitive use locations (e.g., school, house of worship)
• Contact information of the person reporting the alleged illicit activity (i.e., phone number in case there are follow up questions).
Dispensary Location Verification
https://cannabis.ny.gov/dispensary-location-verification
Regulations
Adult-Use Packaging and Labeling
https://cannabis.ny.gov/part-128-129-plma-adopted
Packaging and Labeling & Marketing and Advertising Guidance for Adult-Use Licensees
https://cannabis.ny.gov/packaging-and-labeling-guidance
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NYCHA UPDATES: Surfside, O'dwyer, Site 8
The New York City Housing Authority is building back safer, stronger and smarter by improving structural resiliency and infrastructure protection at Coney Island Sites (Surfside, O’Dwyer, Site 8). NYCHA's Recovery and Resilience Department (R&R) is pushing design boundaries in building reinforcements, storm surge protection, and infrastructure upgrades. Below, please find the latest R&R construction update for Coney Island Sites (Surfside, O’Dwyer, Site 8). To learn more about the R&R program visit https://www1.nyc.gov/site/nycha/about/recovery-resiliency.page
Final Phase Percentage Completion: 74%
Project Start: Q3 2020
Anticipated Completion: Q4 2024
1 Demolition of the basketball court at O’Dwyer Gardens East: The court was removed to allow for the construction of a new basketball court and seating
2 Flood barrier walls at Surfside Gardens building 1 (2960): The new flood walls will be pairedwith AquaFence flood protection to limit the likelihood of flooding during a storm
3 Installation of new site lighting poles and bases: The new lighting is brighter and more energy-efficient
Ongoing Activities:
· Temporary closure of West 33rd Street (between Mermaid Ave and Surf Ave) every weekday from 7 am to 3:30 pm for steam pipe work
- Parking will be unavailable each weekday during the duration of the work
· Installation of firestopping throughout Surfside Gardens, O’Dwyer Gardens and Site 8
· Renovation of O’Dwyer Gardens basketball court near building 5 (2935)
· Temporary closure of walkway from O’Dwyer Gardens building 3 (2950) to W. 35th Street
· Installation of smoke detection and fire alarm equipment at Surfside Gardens, O’Dwyer Gardens, and Site 8
· Installation of new lighting at Surfside Gardens, O’Dwyer Gardens and Site 8
· Construction of the new utility annexes at O’Dwyer, Surfside, and Site 8 including but not limited to:
- Installation of façade panels
- The color scheme was developed with input from the Coney Island Sites community via multiple meetings and polls
- Installation of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment at various locations
- Installation of concrete masonry units (CMU) at various locations
· Continued construction of the repurposed second-floor apartments at Surfside and O’Dwyer
- The apartments will be converted to new electrical rooms which will help mitigate the likelihood of electrical outages during an extreme weather event
Upcoming Activities:
· Various service interruptions at O’Dwyer Gardens including:
- Electrical interruption at building 5 (2935)
- November 2 and November 3, 2023, electricity to residents in apartments A & B will be affected
- Electrical interruption at building 4 (2940)
- November 7 and November 8, 2023, electricity to residents in apartments D & E, and 1F will be affected
- November 9 and November 10, 2023, electricity to residents in apartments C & F, and 1D and 1E will be affected
- November 14 and November 15, 2023, electricity to residents in apartments A & B will be affected
- Residents will be notified of the upcoming outages via phone calls and flyer postings
· Painting and sealing in the 2nd floor electrical rooms at Surfside Gardens and O’Dwyer Gardens
· Removal of temporary boilers at Surfside Gardens building 4 (2839)
· Installation of window floodgates at windows of O’Dwyer Gardens building 1 (2975)
· Form and rebar concrete walls and shelf at curtain wall for flood protection of O’Dwyer Gardens building 6 (2951)
· Installation of fence around play area at Site 8
· Installation of condensation pump at the foundation level of Site 8
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Help us keep
New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) clean!
Dispose of trash and food scraps properly every day:
- Use a small plastic shopping bag to hold trash and food scraps.
- Dispose of trash and food scraps down the trash chute every night.
- Remember, large bags do not fit down the chute!
- If you have a cat, please make sure to dispose of the kitty litter by using the trash chute.
- Do not throw trash out the windows or anywhere on the grounds.
- Frequent and proper disposal of trash also helps prevent common pests, such as rodents, mice, cockroaches, and ants.
Thank you for your help in a #CleanNYCHA
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The MTA’s contactless fare payment program, OMNY, is coming for Reduced-Fare customers this year! If you are a Reduced-Fare customer or would like to apply for Reduced-Fare and would like to know more about OMNY, please let the MTA know using this link. The form only takes a minute to fill out. Should you have any other questions or feedback, you can ask them here.
We are excited to get people tapping away using OMNY!
How to apply for a Reduced-Fare MetroCard
You can submit an application online, by mail, or in person. See how to apply.
https://new.mta.info/fares/reduced-fare
We incorporate customer feedback in all that we do. Contact us with questions, concerns, experiences, or ideas about accessibility in our system. In your email, please specify:
- The type of feedback,
- service you were riding,
- the general issue (bus ramp/lift, subway platform gap, employee commendation, etc), and
- any further specific details you can.
Email us at accessibility@mtahq.org.
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MTA Customer Research
Thank you for being a valued MTA Customer!
The MTA is conducting the Fall 2023 MTA Customers Count Survey and your opinion counts! The survey will help us improve service for all of our customers.
Please take our survey.
You can rate your satisfaction with up to two MTA services you use. This survey should take less than 15 minutes to complete for one service (Subway and Staten Island Railway, local or express bus, Long Island Rail Road, Metro-North Railroad, and Access-A-Ride). If you choose to rate an additional service, it will take longer.
Upon completion of the survey, you can choose to be entered into a drawing to win a $50 OMNY gift card! You will be entered once for every service you rate, and you can rate up to two services.
If you would prefer to take this survey in Spanish, you can do so by selecting Spanish when you start the survey.
We encourage you to take the time to complete this important survey by November 20. Take the survey.
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