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The application of public services to reduce crime, prevent damage due to fire, and improve the quality of life in Prospect Heights.

DOT changes Flatbush signal timing for off-peak safety

Posted: July 19, 2010 - 5:18pm

In response to community requests to control speeding on Flatbush Avenue during off-peak hours, the NYC Department of Transportation recently implemented a “dual progression” pattern in which green lights are staggered, requiring additional stoppages for both directions of travel on Flatbush Avenue between Concord Street and Plaza Street.

Community Board 8 general meeting

Start Date: 
May 13, 2010 - 7:00pm
Categories
Topic : 
Urban planning
Economic development
Traffic and transit
Safety and security
Social services
Sponsored By: 
Brooklyn Community Board 8
Location: 
Berean Missionary Baptist Church
1635 Bergen Street (between Rochester & Utica Avenues)
United States
Description: 

Agenda:

  • General Meeting Call to Order
  • Roll Call
  • Acceptance of Minutes
  • Correspondence
  • Senator Velmanette Mongomery from the 18th Senatorial District will speak on the “Parents Bill”. This Bill gives incarcerated parents and parents enrolled in substance abuse treatment programs a Fighting Chance To Reunite With Their Children.
  • A representative from Congresswoman Yvette Clarke’s office will make a presentation on Academy Night.
  • Report of Committees:
    • Housing/ULURP
    • Economic Development
    • Police
    • Youth & Family Services
    • Parks
    • Fire/Safety
    • Aging /Health
    • Education
    • Environment/Sanitation
    • Transportation
  • Old Business
  • New Business
  • Public Comments
  • Acknowledgement of Elected Officials
  • Announcements
  • Adjournment

Please note that the order of the meeting is subject to change as are any of the agenda items.

Open to: 
General public

Councilmember James town hall meeting

Start Date: 
May 26, 2010 - 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Categories
Topic : 
Urban planning
Economic development
Traffic and transit
Safety and security
Social services
Sponsored By: 
Councilmember Letitia James
Location: 
Clara Barton High School
901 Classon Ave. (betw. Union & President)
Brooklyn
United States
Description: 

Councilmember Letitia James will host a town hall meeting with representatives from local civic and community-based organizations.
For more information, please call (718) 260-9191.

Open to: 
General public

Charter revision public hearing

Start Date: 
April 20, 2010 - 4:00pm
Categories
Topic : 
Urban planning
Economic development
Traffic and transit
Safety and security
Social services
Sponsored By: 
New York City Charter Revision Commission
Location: 
St. Francis College, Founders Hall
180 Remsen Street
Brooklyn
United States
Description: 

The New York City Charter Revision Commission will hold public meetings and hearings in each borough of the City of New York. During hearings, the Commission will receive testimony from members of the public on any aspect of the Charter.

The meetings and hearings are open to the public and anyone may sign-up to speak during the hearing segment of the evening. Individuals who wish to give testimony may begin signing-up one half-hour before the hearing. Everyone wishing to speak will be afforded an opportunity no matter what time they arrive during the hearing. Written testimony is encouraged can be submitted at the hearings or submitted through the Contact the Commission link on the Commission’s website.

Note: Individuals requesting sign language interpreters for the hearing should contact the Charter Revision Commission by visiting the Commission website and clicking on “Contact the Commission” or by calling 311.

Open to: 
General public

NYPD Spokesman Paul Browne at 77th Precinct Community Council

Start Date: 
April 12, 2010 - 7:30pm
Categories
Topic : 
Safety and security
Sponsored By: 
77th Precinct Community Council
Location: 
Duryea Presbyterian Church
362 Sterling Place (corner of Underhill Avenue)
United States
Description: 

Tonight’s meeting of the 77th Precinct Community Council will be joined by Deputy Commissioner Paul Browne, spokesman for the NYPD. Deputy Commissioner Browne will discuss police initiatives in the 77th Precinct and Brooklyn. Please come with your questions and concerns.

Open to: 
General public

Prospect Heights ranked among top ten livable neighborhoods in NYC

Posted: April 13, 2010 - 12:00am

Although it may not come as a surprise to its residents, Prospect Heights was named by New York magazine among the top ten in its survey of most livable neighborhoods in New York City. The survey profiles fifty neighborhoods in terms of housing cost, transit, shopping, safety, restaurants, schools and diversity, among other factors. The survey found Prospect Heights particularly strong in nightlife (10th) and restaurants (17th), and fifth with respect to diversity of its residents, something most all of us would agree makes ours a great neighborhood and a great community.