Bedford Park, Fordham, Jerome Park, Kingsbridge Heights, Mosholu Parkway, Norwood, University Heights
Bronx Community Board 7
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.
Leurys Acosta
chair · district manager Karla Cabrera Carrera
4th Tuesday of the month, 7:00pm
board meetings are public; anyone can speak
70
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.
Renovate, upgrade or provide new community board facilities and equipmentProvide adequate community office, storage, and meeting space to better serve our district. Bronx Community Board 7 needs an office with two points of egress so it can host hybrid meetings, increasing accessibility to public meetings.City response (Department of Citywide Administrative Services): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Expand street outreachCB7 requests a higher number of outreach activities to be conducted within CB7 for areas that are known to be frequented by chronically homeless and unsheltered individuals.City response (Department of Homeless Services): This request has already been completed.
priority 1Other capital budget request for DOHMHProvide funding to expand and enhance Veteran-based programs with accessibility to medical/health care appointments and services. The COVID-19 Pandemic has increased health needs and limited veterans' ability to travel; many providers use telemedicine as a means of contact. Funding to provide equipment like WIFI tablets, provide staffing to train Veterans on how to use the equipment, and provide tCity response (Department of Health and Mental Hygiene): This request has already been completed.
priority 1Enhance NORC programs and health servicesBronx CB7 requests funding for DFTA to conduct a study to determine eligibility for a NORC program within CB7. According to recently available census data, approximately 10% of Community Board 7 residents are aged 65 years and older. However, within the district, there are concentrations of older adults that need services and support to age with dignity and comfort in their own homes.City response (Department for the Aging): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Frank Frisch Field floods whenever it rains, and improvements in the field's drainage system are needed.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Expand code enforcementProvide additional personnel for the Department of Buildings (DOB) to enforce code violations and maintenance to prevent further deterioration of our housing stock.City response (Department of Buildings): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Other expense budget request for DCLAThe Bronx County Historical Society needs additional funding to hire additional staff, such as a Librarian Archivist to coordinate and execute programming, and maintenance and operations staff to keep the building and grounds at optimal conditions for the public and entire CB7 Community.City response (Department of Cultural Affairs): This request has already been completed.
priority 1Other educational programs requestsProvide funding for the establishment of a Gifted and Talented (G&T) program as well as a preparatory course for the G&T Test in a school within Community District 7.City response (Department of Education): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Clean catch basinsCatch basins throughout the community board need servicing more frequently. Following rainstorms and or when hydrants are opened, streets are flooded and overflow onto sidewalks. Areas of concern include Mosholu Parkway, North and South sides, the commercial corridor of East 204th Street from Webster to Bainbridge Avenues, Parkside Place near East 205th Street and in front of 3300 Webster Avenue.City response (Department of Environmental Protection): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Create or promote programs to de-stigmatize mental health needs and encourage treatmentCB7 would like to request a targeted multilingual media campaign advertising NYC Well so that residents can become aware of the services available. CB7 would also like DOHMH to conduct community outreach to make residents aware of the resources available through NYC Well and other mental health support.City response (Department of Health and Mental Hygiene): This request has already been completed.
priority 1Improve trash removal and cleanlinessThe current number of parks personnel assigned to trash removal is insufficient. Additional personnel are needed for trash removal and general upkeep of community park space. The purchase of a mechanical broom, grass cutter, and pickup truck for the Parks Department to address pathway maintenance and ensure frequent garbage collection in Community District #7 parks is needed.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Upgrade or create new greenwaysThere is currently a city-owned vacant lot at Oliver Place between Marion Avenue and Decatur Avenue. The site is not only an eyesore for the community, but also has been a site for numerous negative activities including loitering, drug dealing and violent crime. We are requesting a community garden. Please review Bridge Arts application for maintaining this site.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Increase enforcement of dirty sidewalk/dirty area/failure to clean area lawsThere is a need to increase sanitation enforcement personnel to address the trash along our commercial corridors that include, but not limited to, Fordham Road, Kingsbridge Road, Jerome Avenue, East 198th Street, East 204th, Bainbridge Avenue, and Webster Avenue. In addition, the additional personnel could also focus on the dirty sidewalks along our residential streets. An increase in enforcement City response (Department of Sanitation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Support local CBO's efforts to provide or expand district marketing, branding, and promotionOur community businesses need help now more than ever. The current climate has put a huge economic strain on local businesses; they need assistance.City response (Department of Small Business Services): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Other traffic improvement requestsDuring peak and non-peak hours, traffic from the highway at the 207 Street Bridge can be difficult and unsafe to navigate. The intersection remains unsafe to navigate when vehicles speed through the lights while pedestrians try to cross to and from the bridge and to and from the University Heights Metro North train station.City response (Department of Transportation): The agency does not understand the request as written and requires more clarification.
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Provide more housing for medium income householdsThe recent push to create affordable housing has resulted in additional units for low-income residents in our district. We are requesting developments with residential ownership opportunities financing within our district to provide our residents with ownership opportunities.City response (Department of Housing Preservation & Development): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Improve accessibility of transit infrastructure, by providing elevators, escalators, etc.An ADA compliant elevator at the D subway line at 205th Street station will benefit the community.City response (Transit Authority): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Provide, expand, or enhance Cornerstone and Beacon programs (all ages, including young adults)Providing more Beacon Programs in our district is necessary and a critical tool in keeping children/young adults off the street and positively engaged. Additional after-school slots are necessary to ensure all children in the district are given the opportunity to utilize these services.City response (Department of Youth & Community Development): This request has already been completed.
priority 1Provide surveillance (Argus) camerasInstallation of surveillance cameras at St. James Park, Devoe Park, Aqueduct Walk, Williamsbridge Oval Park and Mosholu Playground to increase community safety.City response (Police Department): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Invest in financial incentives and low cost financing for job creation and retentionWith our community still experiencing an 8% unemployment rate as of August 2024, funding for Job Readiness and Empowerment Programs that focus on developing skills in job searching, interviewing and job retention are vital to the community.City response (Economic Development Corporation): This request has already been completed.
priority 1Provide, expand, or enhance programs for housing inspections to correct code violationsProvide additional personnel for HPD to enforce the housing maintenance code.City response (Department of Housing Preservation & Development): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Provide a new or expand an existing elementary schoolOur community is experiencing a large increase in residential development with thousands of planned housing units across the district; therefore, foreseeing the need for additional schools.City response (Department of Education): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Provide, expand, or enhance rental assistance programs/vouchers for permanent housingTo prevent homeless, additional funding is needed to maintain people living in their homes with rent assistance our vouchersCity response (Human Resources Administration): This request has already been completed.
priority 1Expand bus service frequency or hours of operationThe neighborhoods in our district are experiencing a substantial increase of residential units. Therefore, frequency in service is a priority on the buses that begin and end within our district. Extend express service during evening rush hours from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. More frequent service will avoid overcrowding.City response (Transit Authority): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Provide additional patrol cars and other vehiclesNYPD to acquire additional heavy duty tow trucks in the Bronx. Currently, the Bronx tow pound collects trucks and other oversized vehicles with the use of two heavy duty tow trucks. Oftentimes, NYPD may have to request to borrow a heavy duty tow truck from another agency. NYPD needs additional heavy duty tow trucks in order to increase its enforcement capacity on trucks and other oversized vehicleCity response (Police Department): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Other expense budget request for NYPLAs detailed in the attached support letter, additional funding is needed by NYPL to increase programming for youth, adult, and senior in libraries in CB7.City response (New York Public Library): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Other community board facilities and staff requestsProvide additional funding for Community Boards to fulfill Charter mandate responsibilities. We are requesting that the city increase the community board's budget to $350,000 to properly serve the district's growing population of 146,813 constituents. With the additional funding, the board could afford to host hybrid meetings to increase community engagement.City response (Mayor's Office of Management and Budget): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Continue Crime Prevention/Victim Assistance Program for SeniorsCB7 requests an information campaign about crime prevention and victim assistance programs for seniors in the Bronx. The Board requests targeted outreach activities including tabling at community events, mailings, television commercials, and phone banking advertising these services to our senior communities.City response (Department for the Aging): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Enhance park safety through design interventions, e.g. better lightingFunding portable lighting for night games at Williamsbridge Oval.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Inspect fire hydrant at a specific location and repair or replace as neededThe community would like to request fire hydrant tamper proof valves for all hydrants throughout the district to prevent illegal use.City response (Department of Environmental Protection): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 2Provide more information and services related to STIs, HIV/AIDS, and family planningProvide more information and services related to STIs, HIV/AIDS, and family planning, including access and communication around where folks can access PREP and PEP.City response (Department of Health and Mental Hygiene): This request has already been completed.
priority 2Enhance park safety through more security staff (police or parks enforcement)Additional PEP officers are needed to patrol our parks and playgrounds to address various quality of life issues.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 2Repair or provide new street lightsThe tunnels under the Grand Concourse at East Kingsbridge Road, Bedford Park Blvd and East 204 Street are in need of additional and updated lighting to enhance the safety under these thruways. Additionally, these tunnels are in need of cleaning and painting to remove graffiti.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 2Increase enforcement of canine waste lawsThe district has historically had one of the highest volumes of complaints regarding canine waste. An increase in public education and infrastructure (such as bags) along parks and sidewalks would be helpful in addressing this long-standing issue.City response (Department of Sanitation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Address traffic congestionAs housing development continues to increase in the district, traffic congestion has become an ever-increasing area of concern. The department should explore opportunities for reducing traffic congestion on Jerome Avenue, Gun Hill Road, Kingsbridge Road and Fordham Road.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 2Provide, expand, or enhance after school programs for middle school students (grades 6-8)Students in our district are underrepresented in two specialized high schools in our community. We are requesting test preparation programs to prepare our students for admission to Bronx science and American Studies High Schools.City response (Department of Education): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 2Provide a new NYPD facility, such as a new precinct house or sub-precinctThe 52nd Precinct has over 230 officers servicing the community. Currently, the Precinct is in need of a sub-precinct to accommodate the growth in personnel..City response (Police Department): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Provide, expand, or enhance rental subsidies programsThe lack of affordable housing and the continuing decline in the number of Section 8 vouchers has made it impossible for many residents to find affordable housing options. Additional rental subsidy programs would also be helpful in creating housing options for these residents.City response (Department of Housing Preservation & Development): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Provide a new or expand an existing middle/intermediate schoolWe are in need of a new middle/intermediate School within the CB 7 district; therefore, foreseeing the need for additional middle schools.City response (Department of Education): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Expand, or enhance Emergency Food Assistance Program (EFAP)Food insecurity is a major challenge for residents of Community Board 7, especially during this period of economic inflation. Community Board 7 requests increasing the funding for emergency food programs and pantries within Community Board 7 and also funding to advertise Food Help NYC so that residents can be better informed of the assistance available and refer neighbors.City response (Human Resources Administration): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Expand subway service frequency or hours of operationsThe neighborhoods in our district are experiencing a substantial increase of residential units. Therefore, frequency in service is a priority on the B and D train lines. Extend express service during evening rush hours from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Faster service will avoid overcrowding.City response (Transit Authority): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 2Hire additional school safety agentsThere is a shortage of public safety officers within our district, and Parent Associations and school administrations have expressed interest in additional safety measures for the schools. Whenever new public safety officers come in, others currently in the position either retire, quit, or get promoted to a higher paying position in another division outside of the School Safety division. Many schoCity response (Police Department): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Increase home delivered meals capacityCurrently there are only 15 providers, citywide, serving home delivered meals in 22 catchment areas. We need to increase the number of providers and catchment areas to better serve seniors including those residing in Community Board 7.City response (Department for the Aging): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 3Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Repair of the Perimeter fencing at the Williamsbridge Oval Park (WBO) to address security issues. There are many sections of the current gate surrounding WBO Park where the iron fences are missing or compromised. An open park after dark allows individuals to enter, causing various disturbances for neighborhood residents and damage to the park's equipment or facilities. Repairing the broken/missingCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 3Create or promote programs to de-stigmatize substance misuse and encourage treatmentIt is important to make Naloxone accessible and available to community members without out-of-pocket costs. Community members have expressed the importance of being able to access Naloxone to prevent opioid overdoses in our communities. It is important for Naloxone to be accessible within pharmacies and health care organizations within Community Board 7 and that the public has access to this life City response (Department of Health and Mental Hygiene): This request has already been completed.
priority 3Other park maintenance and safety requestsProvide a full time Gardener and Maintenance personnel for Mosholu Parkway, St. James Park and Devoe Park which have very large green spaces and require additional maintenance.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 3Repair or provide new street lightsDOT has created a crosswalk and path midblock between Van Cortlandt Avenue East and Bainbridge Avenue along Mosholu Pkwy. The existing park walkway leading to the new crosswalk from the south service road needs repair and lighting. Install lighting along the new crossing path on Mosholu Parkway South near East 204th Street. Additionally, lighting is needed on more areas on Mosholu Parkway to increCity response (Department of Transportation): The agency does not understand the request as written and requires more clarification.
priority 3Other NYPD facilities and equipment requestsNYPD to acquire window boots/windshield boots for non-compliant trucks or oversized vehicles. The Bronx tow pound and the NYPD 52nd Precinct often has no available space for collection of vehicles with violations. In the absence of the ability to tow a heavy duty truck, NYPD can use these window/windshield boots to tag those oversized vehicles that are eligible for towing due to violations like haCity response (Police Department): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 3Improve subway station or train cleanliness, safety and maintenanceMajor cleaning and rehabilitation are needed at the B, D and 4 subway lines within District 7.City response (Transit Authority): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 3Hire additional traffic enforcement agentsDuring peak and non-peak hours, traffic from the highway at the 207 Street Bridge can be difficult and unsafe to navigate. The presence of traffic agents will discourage motorists from violating traffic rules to and from the University Heights Metro North train station. The presence of traffic agents will discourage motorists from violating traffic rules.City response (Police Department): This request has already been completed.
priority 3Improve access to a building in a parkThe Recreation Center at Williamsbridge Oval offers many diverse programs for both adults and youngsters. The building has limited ADA accessibility due to a lack of an elevator that would allow full access to both floors of the building. CB7 requests the installation of an ADA compliant elevator that would allow mobility impaired users access to all programs.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 4Create or promote programs for education and awareness on preventing chronic diseases including quitting smoking, nutrition, physical activity, etc.According to the latest available NYC Community Health Profile for Bronx Community District 7, the adult obesity rate in our district is 33% higher than the average for the city. The rate of diabetes is 19% and 35% of residents have hypertension, both rates higher than the NYC average. We request funding to promote existing programs and initiatives that promote healthy living and chronic disease pCity response (Department of Health and Mental Hygiene): This request has already been completed.
priority 4Provide more programs in parks or recreational centersDevoe Park is in need of a Playground Associate to provide activities for the children.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 4Other capital budget request for DOTWith all the parking spots removed by various agencies, including NYC Sanitation Trash Bins, DOT CitiBike, and the DOT Car Share Program, and proposed Daylighting, we need replacements to be considered. Community members are asking for and need parking.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 4Provide a new bus service or Select Bus ServiceAdd a new Select Bus Service line from the Fordham Road area to LaGuardia Airport. This bus line was once proposed by the MTA, but funding never materialized and never implemented. The Board continues to believe that this vital bus line will provide an easier connection to the airport for all Bronxites.City response (Transit Authority): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 4Hire additional crossing guardsSchool crossing guards play a vital role in keeping our children safe. Crossing guards guide drivers to obey traffic lights and signs, be aware of pedestrians, and help children and families safely cross busy intersections.City response (Police Department): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 4Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Rehabilitate the two (2) playgrounds and play equipment in Devoe ParkCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 5Animal and pest control requests including reducing rat and mosquito populationsThe COVID-19 pandemic exponentially increased the volume of rats and other vermin in the communities within Community Board 7. We request funding to provide additional and improved methods of animal and pest control to address the unsanitary conditions in our buildings, streets, and communities. We would also like the department to address the lantern fly infestation. We also request funding to coCity response (Department of Health and Mental Hygiene): This request has already been completed.
priority 5Other capital budget request for DOTIncrease the size of the Jerome-Gun Hill Municipal Parking Garage at 3510 Jerome Avenue, Bronx, NY 10467.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 5Improve bus cleanliness, safety or maintenanceMajor cleaning is needed on buses that begin and end within District 7. We have witnessed buses BX1, BX2, BX3, BX9, BX12, BX28, and BX34 with unsanitary conditions, such as food left over on the floors, behind the seats and inside the vents. These conditions are unsanitary and can lead to infestation of pests; roaches have been spotted and reported through 511. Fulfilling this request will make aCity response (Transit Authority): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 5Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)The last major rehabilitation of Mosholu Parkway took place nearly forty years ago. In the meantime, the parkway has been allowed to fall apart with an increasing number of benches out of service, stone pillars crumbling and fencing falling apart. The board calls on the department to work with DOT to undertake a total rehabilitation of Mosholu Parkway.City response (Department of Transportation): The agency does not understand the request as written and requires more clarification.
priority 6Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)French Charley's Playground needs reconstruction.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 7Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Flooding and drainage in the park grass areas and walkways have been ongoing issues at Devoe Park. Also, benches need to be repaired or upgraded throughout the park.City 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)Riverbend Playground needs the following upgrades: installation of new sprinklers, swings, mats, and concrete floors.City response (Department of Education): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 9Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Renovate Mosholu Playground.City response (Department of Education): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 10Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Flooding and drainage in the park grass areas and walkways have been ongoing issues at Williamsbridge Oval.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 11Provide new type and/or specific type of programThe Bocce Court at Williamsbridge Oval is no longer used for Bocce games and it should be repurposed for an active sport.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 12Improve access to a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Repair broken pavement at the Williamsbridge Oval Park at the Holt Place entrance.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 13Other park maintenance and safety requestsInstall railings along the path at University Woods Park. The wooded area along the path contains poisonous plants and rocks that could injure visitors. Low railings will help maintain parkgoers' safety.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 14Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)The dog run at Williamsbridge Oval Park needs an upgrade.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): The agency does not understand the request as written and requires more clarification.
priority 15Reach the board
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