Crotona Park, Claremont Village, Concourse Village, Woodstock, and Morrisania
Bronx Community Board 3
Appointed by the Bronx Borough President, half on the recommendation of local Council members. Advisory, but the first government to hear about anything on your block.
Joetta Brown
chair · district manager Etta F. Ritter
Second Tuesday, 6:00pm
board meetings are public; anyone can speak
51
budget requests to the city this cycle
What this board asked the city for
From the city’s official register, in the board’s own words, ranked by the board’s own priority. The response is the city’s.
Develop a capital project for specific street segments currently lacking sanitary sewersInstall storm water line and related infrastructure (catch basins) along Claremont Parkway between Crotona Park East and Crotona Avenue. Installation of infrastructure for storm water run off is essential at this location due to a history of severe flooding and ponding conditions along this stretch of roadway after heavy rainfall. Flooding conditions warranting this capital improvement are particCity response (Department of Environmental Protection): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Other senior center program requestsBronx Community Board Three requests additional funds to be allocated to the NYC Department for the Aging, to increase services related to transport/escort, congregate and home delivered meals and other coordination and social action programs for senior centers in Bronx Community District ThreeCity response (Department for the Aging): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Repair broken and Defective Concrete Facing at Handball Courts and Related Grounds at Basil Behagen Playground - Union Avenue, Tinton Avenue and E. 166 St. in Bronx CD 3; Bronx CB 3 capital budget request # 26; Tracking Code 103201005C; Bronx CB 3 is requesting the intervention of NYC DPR in repairing the broken/defective concrete facing at numerous locations on the handball courts and the relatedCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Support nonprofit cultural organizationsFund Bronx Music Hall arts, music and cultural programs that boost tourism and small business trafficCity response (Department of Cultural Affairs): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Other educational programs requestsFY'16 priority request #14; FY'17 priority request #12; Tracking Code 103198512E. Install large containers for refuse and solid waste at public school sites. As a result of DOE protocols involving the service of school lunches using paper goods as opposed to the type of food service that was permanent and not disposable, solid waste remains on the street in front of schools. This condition is uCity response (Department of Education): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Improve trash removal and cleanlinessIncrease Personnel in CD Three for Effective Operations; Bronx CB 3 expense budget request # 6; Tracking Code: 103198904E; Provide the following additional personnel for effective parks maintenance and operation of our parks and playgrounds: a. Two (2) Associate Park Service Worker for truck operations related to refuse removal throughout CD 3 parks and playgrounds b) Two (2) climbers and pruners.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Increase vacant lot cleaningFY' 16 priority request#23; FY'17 priority request# 21; Tacking code 103201001E. Increase funding for the Summer Youth Employment Program to prevent the extent of idle youth behaviors and adverse youth involvement with local neighborhood gangs.City response (Department of Sanitation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Other workforce development requestsProvide funding for workforce development programs related to job training/development for the formerly incarcerated and youth aging out of foster care(14-25 years of age), aimed at preventing incarceration and increased rates of recidivism of the formerly incarcerated. Efforts should be undertaken to create incentives for prospective employers to hire formerly incarcerated adults and offenders.City response (Department of Small Business Services): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Add street signage or wayfinding elementsIncrease funding for regular cleaning, lighting repairs and accessibility at high use bus stops. This will ensure commuter comfort and safety, especially for seniorsCity response (Department of Transportation): The agency does not understand the request as written and requires more clarification.
priority 1Other capital requestProvide for the Reconstruction of E. 161 St. between Park Avenue and Prospect Avenue; Bronx CB 3 capital budget request #3; Tracking Code; 103200207C; This re-construction of E. 161 St. between Park and Prospect Avenues will complement an existing urban design initiative bounded by River Avenue and Park Avenues within CD 4. This request will underscore the recently implemented SBS BX 6 bus route.City response (Department of Transportation): The agency does not understand the request as written and requires more clarification.
priority 1Provide, expand, or enhance adolescent literacy programs and servicesExpand SYEP and Work, Learn, Grow Programs to include mentorship, leadership training, and financial literacy components. This will strengthen workforce readiness and life skills among local youth. Bronx Community Board Three has a large youth population with limited access to structured workforce and life-skills development programs. While SYEP and WLG provide essential early work experience, pCity response (Department of Youth & Community Development): This request has already been completed.
priority 1Improve public housing maintenance and cleanlinessHire additional maintenance staff at NYCHA Developments within Community District Three Butler Houses. Additional staff will improve property upkeep, quicker response times to tenant repair requests, and overall better living conditions. It will also address the increased workload due to aging infrastructure, high occupancy, and the need to maintain cleanliness and safety standards across common City response (Housing Authority): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Provide additional patrol cars and other vehiclesFY'16 priority request #7; FY'17 priority request #5. Assign Additional equipment to the NYPD 42nd Pct. to include 1 van for the NYPD youth outreach program, 8 additional wheel scooters for police patrol surveillance and 10 bicycles for patrol purposes.City response (Police Department): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Other capital budget request for EDCBronx Community Board Three requests funding for the expansion of public broadband and Wi-Fi infrastructure, along with the installation of interactive community kiosks throughout the district. The initiative will improve digital connectivity, public information access, and technological equity across neighborhoods with persistent digital gaps. The kiosks will serve as both Wi-Fi access points anCity response (Economic Development Corporation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Renovate or upgrade NYCHA community facilities or open spaceInstall new energy efficienct HVAC system and germ infiltration system in basement and remodel gym at Claremont Neighborhood Center, Inc. located at 489 E. 169 St. in Bronx Community District Three. $1.445m has been secured. FY' 16 priority request 31; FY' 17 priority request 30; tracking code 103201105CCity response (Housing Authority): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
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Extend library hours, expand library programs, and enhance library collectionsIncrease funding for the New York Public Library Services at the Morrisania Library; Bronx CB 3 expense budget request #7; Tracking Code: 103199503E; In order to provide the opportunity for district children and youth to fully participate in the NYPL's many services, funding for the Morrisania branch needs to be increased to allow for six day service including increased hours, diverse programming,City response (New York Public Library): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Other capital request for NYCTAInstalling an elevator at the East 174th Street elevated train station would significantly improve accessibility for people with mobility issues, including seniors, individuals with disabilities, and parents with strollers. The elevator would provide a convenient and safe way for these individuals to access the station platforms without navigating stairs, promoting inclusivity and independence. ThCity response (Transit Authority): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Renovate or upgrade existing precinct housesRenovate the NYPD 42nd Police Precinct; Bronx Community Board Three capital priority #21, Tracking code: 103200004C. Consider plans to renovate the NYPD 42nd Pct. at 830 Washington Avenue, to include a new or upgraded HVAC system throughout, new front desk replacement ($160k), new flooring, painting, platform re-construction, sub-floor structural improvements and overall spruce up in line with theCity response (Police Department): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Create a new, or renovate or upgrade an existing public libraryProvide for replacement of the existing boiler with a new energy-efficient model ($1.5 m - $3.015 m). This replacement will reduce energy consumption and Greenhouse Gas emissions. (secured $823k); Bronx CB 3 Capital Request #7; Tracking Code: 103201501CCity response (New York Public Library): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Provide a new or expanded park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Develop Greenthumb and Flower Garden at Block 2979, Lots 28, 35,36 (Hoe Avenue between Home and Freeman Streets); Bronx CB 3 capital budget priority request #6; Tracking Code 103199506C Due to increased residential development within the area of Crotona Park East and in consideration of the interest of the Hoe Avenue and Home St. Garden committee, Bronx CB 3 is requesting that NYC Parks and RecCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Provide more programs in parks or recreational centersProvide Funding for Personnel to Facilitate programming at Drew Playground. Park personnel are needed to staff the operation of Drew Playground during the summer months.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 2Increase enforcement of illegal dumping lawsFY'19 priority request #25; FY'17 priority request # 23; Tracking code 103198902E. Increase Sanitation Police force by 20 officers citywide, to address issues involving illegal dumping and dumpout conditions on street and sidewalks.City response (Department of Sanitation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Support merchant organizingExpand technical assistance, storefront improvements grant, and merchant organizing.City response (Department of Small Business Services): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 2Other capital requestProvide Enhanced Street Surface Lighting at Southern Boulevard from E. 174 St. to E. 167 St. at the "Underside" of the Elevated #2 & 5 IRT train lines; Bronx CB 3 capital budget request # 10; Tracking Code: 103199501C; In consideration of the intent of the existing Southern Blvd. Neighborhood Dev. Plan implemented by DCP in 2016, and the current DDC project involving installation of trunk mains aCity response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Other NYPD staff resources requestsFY'16 priority request #16; FY'17 priority request #14; Tracking Code 103198502E. Increase traffic personnel assignments in District Three in the functional area of traffic control. The following personnel are requested to be added: 1 senior traffic control inspector, 2 traffic control agents.City response (Police Department): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Other capital budget request for EDCResurface streets, add EV charging and solar trash compactorsCity response (Economic Development Corporation): The agency does not understand the request as written and requires more clarification.
priority 2Other capital budget request for NYCHAUpgrade the compactors and hoppers at Butler Houses all six buildings. The new compactors would have greater capacity, improved waste processing capabilities, and energy-efficient features. Upgrading the hoppers (chutes that feed into compactors) would ensure smoother waste collection and reduce blockages. This upgrade would help improve cleanliness, reduce pests, and streamline waste disposal foCity response (Housing Authority): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 2Other capital budget request for NYCTAThis proposal seeks capital funding to design and construct a new pedestrian entrance to a Metro-North Railroad station within or adjacent to the Bathgate Industrial Zone. The Bathgate Industrial Zone is located between Third Avenue and Bathgate Avenue, from East 173rd Street to East 180th Street. This area sits between the Metro-North Harlem Line tracks and major commercial corridors, with proximCity response (Transit Authority): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 2Provide new or replacement equipment to a library, including technologyFund desktops, printers, smart boards, and Wi-Fi expansion. Expands access to digital learning and supports literacy improvement to increase student engagement.City response (New York Public Library): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 2Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Renovate the existing comfort station at Drew Playground (Fulton Avenue between E. 169 St. and E. 170 St.) ; Bronx CB 3 capital budget request #17; Tracking Code 103200801C; Recent capital improvements undergone at Drew Playground related to asphalt work, renovation of basketball courts with sports coating, bench replacements, fence installation, playground improvements, play unit installation aCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 3Enhance park safety through more security staff (police or parks enforcement)Provide Twenty (20) Additional Park Enforcement Patrol Officers (PEP) to Ensure Quality of Life Observance in Bronx Parks/Recreational Areas; Bronx CB 3 expense priority # 1; Tracking Code: 103199405E; Community Board Three supports the need for additional PEP staffing in support of increased concerns regarding park security and vandalism. CD 3 expresses the urgency of this need in its efforts toCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 3Other expense budget request for DSNYIn Community District Three, many single-family homeowners and senior residents face financial challenges that can make everyday expenses, such as the cost of garbage bins, difficult to manage. Given the vital role these bins play in maintaining cleanliness and sanitation across our community, we respectfully request a cost reduction on garbage bins for single-family homeowners and senior residentCity response (Department of Sanitation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 3Conduct BID Feasibility Analysis or support BID Formation Planning for a selected commercial districtProvide sanitation, graffiti removal, safety patrols and corridor clean-up crews.City response (Department of Small Business Services): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 3Other capital budget request for DOTRequest installation integrated security cameras and lighting in high crime. This enhances public safety and assists with investigations.City response (Department of Transportation): The agency does not understand the request as written and requires more clarification.
priority 3Hire additional uniformed officersFY'16 priority request # 22; FY'17 priority request #20; Tracking Code 103198301E. Assign additional police personnel to the NYPD 42nd. Pct. to combat crime, ensure public safety and provide concentrated enforcement efforts at narcotics prone locations throughout the district area.City response (Police Department): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 3Other capital budget request for NYCHAPurchasing new garbage trucks for the Butler Houses complex which has six buildings with 1,492 units would enhance the efficiency and reliability of waste collection. Modern garbage trucks are equipped with better technology for handling larger volumes of waste, improved fuel efficiency, and advanced safety features. These new vehicles would help reduce downtime caused by mechanical issues, ensureCity response (Housing Authority): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 3Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Provide for installation of high intensity security/sports lighting , additional electrical outlets for stage area and installation of fence at the garden area at Eae J. Mitchell Park ( E. 174 St. and Longfellow Avenue); Bronx CB 3 Capital budget priority # 11; Tracking Code 103200501C; Eae J. Mitchell Park requires high intensity sports/security lighting throughout the park, particularly alongCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 4Other expense budget request for DPRProvide additional staff and extended hours at the Crotona Park Field House. This will expand access to safe recreational environments during evenings and weekends.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 4Provide more frequent garbage or recycling pick-upAssign Additional Maintenance and Operations Personnel in Crotona Park; Bronx CB 3 expense budget request # 10; Tracking Code: 103199504E; The rehabilitation/upgrading of playgrounds and ball fields in Crotona Park, as well as ongoing concerns regarding the cleaning and maintenance of Indian Lake, warrant the assignment of the following dedicated staff personnel exclusively to Crotona Park: 12 seaCity response (Department of Sanitation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 4Reconstruct or upgrade a building in a parkProvide for the reconstruction of the existing comfort station within Railroad Park/Playground (Melrose Park; Site 58) within the Melrose Commons Urban Renewal Area(East 161 St. and Park Avenue); Bronx CB 3 capital budget request #12; Tracking Code 103200203C; Railroad park is utilized by children at the Morrisania Air Rights project, neighborhood day care centers, and the immediate community. City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 5Increase cleaning of dump-out/drop-off locationsIncrease sanitation cleaning of vacant lots, graffiti removal and corridor clean ups.City response (Department of Sanitation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 5Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Rehabilitate CS 132 Playground (Morgan Playground) at E. 168 St., Park Avenue and Washington Avenue; Bronx CB 3 capital budget request # 33; Tracking Code; 103201203C; Bronx CB 3 is requesting that CS 132 Playground be rehabilitated to include improvements to the play surface. backboards, and rims at the basketball courts, including new line markings and park logo. Additionally, the board is requCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 6Reconstruct or upgrade a building in a parkInstall New High Intensity Security Lighting at Charlton-Thompson Garden located at E. 164 St. between Boston Road an Cauldwell Avenue; Bronx CB 3 capital budget request # 34; Tracking Code: 103201401C; Charlton-Thompson Garden in Bronx CB 3 serves as a memorial to two African American Congressional Medal of Honor award recipients from the Korean War. This park was recently re-constructed in 201City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 7Reconstruct or upgrade a building in a parkRenovate the existing comfort station at Gouverneur Morris Playground to be ADA compliant(Third Avenue at E. 170 St.);Bronx CB 3 capital budget request #15;Tracking Code 103200502C;The capital reconstruction of Gov. Morris Playground totaled nearly $1.7 million and included new spray showers, swings, playground and park house improvements, basketball lighting, asphalt grading, sitting area and hanCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 8Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Install park benches within Crotona Park; Bronx CB 3 capital budget request #18; Tracking Code 103200802C; Due to the increased utilization of Crotona Park as a result of capital improvements to ballfields and play areas, residents have sought to increase the availability of park seating within the park for passive relaxation and enjoyment purposes, in accordance with the Crotona Park Master Plan-City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 9Other capital budget request for DPRBronx Community Board Three is requesting the installation of a retractable canopy covering and heating & cooling system for Crotona Park Pool. This will allow for year long programming use of Crotona Park Pool for youth and older adults.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 10Other capital budget request for DPRBronx Community Board Three supports the need for native plants that support specialist bees. This is important for promoting biodiversity and sustaining local ecosystems. Specialist bees rely on specific native plants for food and reproduction, and introducing these plants helps protect and support these pollinators. Specialist bees, in turn, pollinate local crops and vegetation, enhancing envirCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 11Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)The Crotona Park Amphitheater in Community District Three is a valuable venue for community events, providing a space for performances, gatherings, and celebrations that bring together residents of all ages. However, the lack of a permanent or retractable covering over the stage poses a significant limitation, especially in inclement weather. We propose constructing a permanent or retractable coveCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 12Provide a new or expanded park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Bronx Community Board Three is requesting the construction of one or more new Dog Runs/Parks in Crotona Park, at Hylan Park consistent with the Crotona Park Master PlanCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 13New equipment for maintenanceBronx Community Board Three is requesting the installation of noise cameras around Crotona Park to address growing community concerns about excessive noise, particularly from vehicles with modified exhaust systems and loud gatherings that disrupt the peaceful environment of the park and surrounding neighborhoods. These cameras will serve as a proactive measure to improve quality of life for local City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 14Other capital budget request for DPRBronx Community Board Three requests funding for the design and installation of a retractable roof system over the Crotona Park Amphitheater, one of the district's most active outdoor performance and community gathering spaces. The proposed retractable roof will allow for year-round programming, weather protection, and expanded cultural, educational, and recreational opportunities for residents. City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 15Reach the board
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