Belmont, Bathgate, West Farms, and E Tremont
Bronx Community Board 6
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.
Evonne Capers
chair · district manager Rafael Moure-Punnett
Second Wednesday, 6:30pm
board meetings are public; anyone can speak
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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.
Other cultural facilities and resources requestsCB6 asks that DCLA use capital funds to maintain the Bronx River Art Center. The back room is prone to flooding due to poor design.City response (Department of Cultural Affairs): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Other expense request for CUNYCB6 asks that CUNY expand it's workforce programs to provide programming in Community District 6.City response (City University of New York): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Other senior center program requestsCB6 asks that DFTA issue an RFP for the full cost of operating the Mt. Carmel Senior Center. Due to an increase in rent, the operator is covering rent costs out of other funds. We ask that DFTA award the total cost of operating this center to the operator.City response (Department for the Aging): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Evaluate a public location or property for green infrastructure, e.g. rain gardens, stormwater greenstreets, green playgroundsCB6 asks that DEP consider locations to install porous pavement in areas around the Bronx River to reduce street flooding. We ask that DEP evaluate streets for the best locations for porous pavement in our District.City response (Department of Environmental Protection): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)The playground and benches area in Bathgate Playground need to be upgraded in order to allow for further community use. The field needs renovation so the public can use it.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Support nonprofit cultural organizationsCB6 asks that DCLA provide operating funding so that the Bronx River Art Center can provide free programming to students in our District.City response (Department of Cultural Affairs): This request has already been completed.
priority 1Other educational programs requestsThe DOE has a long history of failing to meet the needs of students with Individual Education Plans, with one third of IEP students receiving mandated services. We request that DOE refer all families in CB6 with an IEP to the Office of People with Developmental Disabilities, in writing. We are concerned that families are not aware of the OPWDD regional office and are not prepared for their studentCity response (Department of Education): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Other programs to address public health issues requestsBronx CB6 has among the highest overdose rates in NYC. We request that DOH provide funding to harm reduction programs operating in CB6.City response (Department of Health and Mental Hygiene): This request has already been completed.
priority 1Provide new or increase number of sanitation trucks and other equipmentCB6 requests additional sweepers, as the sweepers in our District are often sweeping without water, causing dust clouds.City response (Department of Sanitation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Forestry services, including street tree maintenanceCB6 is in need of additional tree trimming, and asks that DPR conduct additional oversight over tree trimming contractors. CB6 residents report contracted trimmers are not addressing the needs of trees in our District, performing substandard work and leaving trees overgrown.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Improve traffic and pedestrian safety, including traffic calmingCB6 asks that DOT work with DDC to facilitate the timely completion of the West Farms Square street redesign (Devoe / E177). We understand that the project requires additional capital funds, and we ask that DOT provide those funds to complete the project.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Provide more frequent litter basket collectionCB6 is in need of additional DSNY personnel to pick up trash in our District.City response (Department of Sanitation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Provide or expand occupational skills training programsSBS needs to expand the scope and quality of services offered at Workforce 1 centers, focusing on building skills and training for careers.City response (Department of Small Business Services): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Other FDNY facilities and equipment requestsE45/L58 firehouse is in need of a kitchen. A cost evaluation done by FDNY suggests a budget of $1,200,000.City response (Fire Department): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Other capital budget request for HPDCB6 asks that HPD encourage developers to use the Open Door program to foster cooperative housing development construction in our District.City response (Department of Housing Preservation & Development): Agency supports and can accommodate
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Other expense budget request for DOTCB6 asks that DOT find vendors for the kiosks and cafe in Fordham PlazaCity response (Department of Transportation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Other youth workforce development requestsExpand funding for Cure Violence programming in CB6. There are large areas of our district suffering from gun violence and do not have a contracted provider.City response (Department of Youth & Community Development): This request has already been completed.
priority 1Improve accessibility of transit infrastructure, by providing elevators, escalators, etc.Construct Elevators to make West Farms Square-East Tremont Avenue ADA compliantCity response (Transit Authority): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Create a new, or renovate or upgrade an existing public libraryTremont Library is in need of a new HVAC system.City response (New York Public Library): This request has already been completed.
priority 1Other expense budget request for FDNYCB6 asks that FDNY provide first responders with mental health episode response training. The city's B-Heard program is not responding to all eligible calls, so we ask that FDNY build their capacity to respond to residents experiencing mental health episodes.City response (Fire Department): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Provide, expand, or enhance programs for housing inspections to correct code violationsCB6 has a high rate of C code violations. We ask that HPD increase the number of emergency repairs conducted by the agency and billed back to the owner. An example is the Aquinas Housing portfolio, where buildings have hundreds of open violations dating back years.City response (Department of Housing Preservation & Development): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Provide, expand, or enhance homeless prevention programs/anti-eviction legal servicesBronx CB6 has the highest residential eviction rate in NYC. We ask that HRA issue an RFP and find providers willing to offer eviction prevention services in CB6. Currently, there are not enough providers offering these services.City response (Human Resources Administration): This request has already been completed.
priority 1Provide additional patrol cars and other vehiclesCB6 / 48th precinct is home to numerous auto repair shops that leave cars on the street in disrepair. The 48 precinct is constantly requesting tow operations and is told there is not capacity. We request that the 48 Precinct be provided their own tow truck to remove abandoned vehicles.City response (Police Department): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Renovate or upgrade an existing cultural facilityThe Bronx River Art Center does not have a functioning elevator, we ask that DCLA provide capital funds to repair the elevator.City response (Department of Cultural Affairs): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 2Enhance home care servicesCB6 asks that DFTA develop a resource and rights guide for residents receiving home care services. We are concerned that residents with home care services do not understand their rights when dealing with insurance and home care service providers.City response (Department for the Aging): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Improve access to a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)CB6 asks that DPR investigate potential locations for a new dog run in our District, which has no dog runs. Please provide feasibility on which parks would be the best fit.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Other programs to address public health issues requestsFamilies receiving home care services are often unclear on their rights and how to best advocate for themselves. CB6 requests educational programming for families receiving home care.City response (Department of Health and Mental Hygiene): This request has already been completed.
priority 2Other capital budget request for DSNYPlace cameras for illegal dumping enforcement throughout CB6City response (Department of Sanitation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Other expense budget request for DPRCB6 is concerned about park and street tree maintenance in our District. In light of this administrations cuts to the Parks Department, we are seeing reduced capacity to pick up trash and maintain parks property.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): The agency does not understand the request as written and requires more clarification.
priority 2Reconstruct streetsWe request DOT undo the bike lane installation along Southern Boulevard, as the lines of school buses parked in front of the Bronx Zoo every day block the bike lane and prevent the intended effect of the project.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 2Other workforce development requestsCB6 asks that SBS create Community Advisory Boards for Workforce 1 sites, so local CBO's and employers can engage directly with SBS on hiring and training opportunities.City response (Department of Small Business Services): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 2Other capital budget request for HPDDevelop more housing for people with disabilities.City response (Department of Housing Preservation & Development): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 2Other expense budget request for DOTFordham Plaza's benches are broken, there is a pool of urine behind the kiosks, the kiosk windows are broken, and the site is full of graffiti. We ask that DOT regularly provide maintenance to the Plaza. DOT reported having graffiti removed earlier this year. It is unclear what is the point of removing two pieces of graffiti when the entire plaza is in dire need of maintenance.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 2Provide, expand, or enhance the out-of-school youth program for job training and employment servicesAs most youth in CB6 do not go on to attain a college degree, and several drop out of high school, we ask for more employment services that are aimed at the out of school, out of work population.City response (Department of Youth & Community Development): This request has already been completed.
priority 2Other NYPD staff resources requestsThere is rampant illegal parking on Third Avenue between East 187 and East 184, including parking on sidewalks. CB6 requests NYPD Traffic Enforcement assign officers to enforce parking rules in that area.City response (Police Department): This request has already been completed.
priority 2Provide a new or expanded park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)CB6 asks that DPR install a track around the Quarry Ballfields, using a safety surface instead of the current pavement.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 3Provide more programs in parks or recreational centersCB6 requests additional programming at parks in our district.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 3Roadway maintenance (resurfacing, trench restoration, etc.)CB6 asks that DOT repave East Tremont Avenue, many sections between Webster and Boston Road are damaged.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 3Provide more housing for seniorsMore senior housingCity response (Department of Housing Preservation & Development): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 3Provide, expand, or enhance the out-of-school youth program for job training and employment servicesCreate career / vocational training programming in Bronx CB6City response (Department of Youth & Community Development): This request has already been completed.
priority 3Hire additional uniformed officersIncrease the number of officers in the 48 precinct.City response (Police Department): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 3Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Renovate the outdated play structure in Belmont PlaygroundCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 4Plant new street treesCB6 requests that DPR plant additional trees in our District to reduce the urban heat island effect in our neighborhoods.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency does not support but can address the need alternatively
priority 4Repair or construct medians, or other street assetsWe ask that DOT install bus pads at busy bus stops in CB6 to protect streets from damage from buses.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 4Increase resources for other crime prevention programsCB6 asks that NYPD conduct violence prevention programs for youth in CD6.City response (Police Department): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 4Reach the board
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