Bay Ridge, Dyker Heights, and Fort Hamilton
Brooklyn Community Board 10
Appointed by the Brooklyn Borough President, half on the recommendation of local Council members. Advisory, but the first government to hear about anything on your block.
Sandy Vallas
chair · district manager Josephine Beckmann
Third Monday (fourth Monday in January and February), 7:00pm
board meetings are public; anyone can speak
63
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.
Create a new, or renovate or upgrade an existing public libraryDyker Branch of BPL - Capital funds for exterior and Interior renovation improvements, including exterior and windows and interior renovation.City response (Brooklyn Public Library): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Other capital budget request for DEPAssign capital funds needed for remedial action to address recurring sewer back ups along 10th Avenue from 77th Street to 86th Street. Capital funds MUST be added for new enlarged sewers that will complete the project commenced in FY 2000 (63rd Street to 77 Street). This is now a public health emergency and immediate action is needed as raw sewage backs into homes creating damage during every raCity response (Department of Environmental Protection): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Extend library hours or expand and enhance library programsIncrease funding to keep library branches open additional hours within the boundaries of Community District 10 and purchase additional computers and books. Working people and students need access to libraries when the work/school day ends. Weekend hours are essentialCity response (Brooklyn Public Library): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Other capital budget request for DEPCapital funds are needed to provide drainage study to address recurring sewage backups into residential homes at the following locations in Bay Ridge: a. Colonial Road from Bay Ridge Parkway to 92 Street b. Narrows Avenue from 71st Street to 92 Street c. 81 Street from 4th to 7th Avenues d. Bay Ridge Parkway from Shore Road to 3rd Avenue e. 70 Street, 71st Street, 72nd Street and 73rd StreetsCity response (Department of Environmental Protection): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Reconstruct or upgrade a building in a parkComplete refurbishment of Dan Ross Playground located on 7th Avenue between 81 and 82 Street to include new play equipment, water fountains, sprinklers, drainage and landscaping to ADA specifications.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Increase home delivered meals capacityIncreased funding Home Delivered Meal Capacity in Community District 10 - the number of seniors receiving home delivered meals continues to rise in Community District 10. Currently Bay Ridge Center serves 700 homebound seniors with a minimal waiting list. The senior population in CD10 continues to growCity response (Department for the Aging): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Address illegal conversions and uses of buildingsInspectors are needed to address the growing number of building department complaints, compliance to zoning rules and regulations in the District.City response (Department of Buildings): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Provide more public artMurals and art work add to public spaces. Recently mural work at Russell Pederson Playground, at the entrance to the American Veterans Memorial Pier beneath the overpass, and the overpass at Fort Hamilton Parkway at 62nd Street promise to deter graffiti and beautify the areas. Funding is needed to expand such efforts.City response (Department of Cultural Affairs): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Animal and pest control requests including reducing rat and mosquito populationsIncrease Department of Health staffing for rodent inspections and baiting services increased staffing levels for inspection and baiting services for rodent control.City response (Department of Health and Mental Hygiene): This request has already been completed.
priority 1Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Initiate Immediate Engineering Study of Shore Road Promenade/Bicycle Path Infrastructure/ to address serious recurring cave- ins threatening public safety. This study must include complete investigation of the infrastructure of the adjacent Combined Sewer Outfalls to determine source of water breaches. Recurring cave-ins pose an immediate safety risk to bicyclists and pedestrians. The engineerCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Forestry services, including street tree maintenanceRestore forestry contract appropriations for tree pruning, removal and maintenance including stump removal -Restored allocations for forestry's tree maintenance contracts are needed. Years of deferred maintenance of street and park trees as well as disruptions due to the pandemic have created a significant back log. Stump removal is of great concern as larger stumps can take up to 3 years or longCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Provide more frequent litter basket collectionRequest to provide sufficient funding to maintain additional basket collection trucks in commercial corridors within CD10. Commercial sectors generate excessive loads. Sunday cleaning and collection services are needed to remove heavy weekend overflow. Also, a critical need exists to expand MLP staffingCity response (Department of Sanitation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Provide more firefighters or EMS workersMaintain personnel funding levels for firefighting and EMS staffing. Funding levels must be sustained to maintain effective firefighting/ EMS services, fire prevention services and to overcome attrition.City response (Fire Department): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Hire additional uniformed officersIncrease patrol strength at 68th Police Precinct as well as civilian personnel levels.City response (Police Department): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Other community board facilities and staff requestsMaintain/Enhance funding to Community Boards - Community Board baseline budgets must be increased to provide broader outreach, address technological needs, and professional planning expertise.City response (Mayor's Office of Management and Budget): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
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Reconstruct streetsThere are 2 identified street locations in Dyker Heights that are in need of capital funds for a trench restoration due to recurring street cave-ins and depressions caused by failing infrastructure surrounding underlying sewer main. The locations include: Bay Ridge Avenue at 12th Avenue and 13th Avenue between Bay Ridge Parkway and 76th Street.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency does not support but can address the need alternatively
priority 1Provide surveillance (Argus) camerasUpgrades to Argus Camera s and additional camera placements along commercial corridors in Community District 10. The current Argus video system is insufficient for modern 4K video.City response (Police Department): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Other capital budget request for DEPRequest to initiate study of Combined Sewer Outfalls (CSOs) Infrastructure inspection along the Shore Road Promenade from the 69th Street Pier to Bay 8th Street to determine if upgrades are needed in the wake of Superstorm Sandy and increasing coastal storms. Functionality of these CSOs is critical to the maintenance of the Shore Road Promenade and water quality in Upper NY Bay.City response (Department of Environmental Protection): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 2Animal and pest control requests including reducing rat and mosquito populationsIncrease PS Funding allocations to hire additional headcount for staffing to reduce mosquito concentration to curtail spread of West Nile Virus and EEE Eastern equine encephalitisCity response (Department of Health and Mental Hygiene): This request has already been completed.
priority 2Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Restoration of Shore Road perimeter sidewalks. Reconstruct and rehabilitate hex block sidewalks along Shore Road Park adjacent to Shore Road from 72nd Street to 84th Street and on 86th Street to 97th Street. Missing hexagon pavement blocks are creating hazardous pedestrian conditions. In addition accessibility improvements must be made including corner pedestrian ramps and sidewalk access at allCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Other expense budget request for DPRFunds are needed to hire additional headcount to address increases in rat infestations. Rat population in local parks including Shore Road Park, Dyker Beach Park and Owls Head Park has reached levels of unprecedented infestation.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Increase enforcement of illegal dumping lawsCD10 has recurring improper disposal of household waste, commercial waste and construction debris at corner baskets. In addition, improper disposal occurs at many MLP locations including overpasses, pedestrian bridges, park perimeters and along the 62nd Street LIRR Sidewalk border serviced by DSNY. In addition, DSNY enforcement is needed to address stoop line and sidewalk obstruction violations -City response (Department of Sanitation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Hire additional crossing guards-The vacancy rate for school crossing guards is a citywide issue. The 68 Precinct allotment was reduced to 32 from 36 School Crossing Guards and there are 2 vacancies. Additionally, three new schools opened in September 2024. Community Board Ten Brooklyn is advocating for increase in its allotment to 40 in the 68th Police Precinct.City response (Police Department): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Reconstruct streetsThere is two identified street locations in Bay Ridge within Community District Ten that are in need of capital funds for trench restoration capital projects to address recurring street cave-ins and depressions caused by failing infrastructure surrounding main sewer. The locations include 87th Street between 3rd and 4th Avenue and 6th Avenue between 71st Street and 79th Street.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency does not support but can address the need alternatively
priority 2Other NYPD facilities and equipment requestsSmartphones are needed for NYPD Traffic Enforcement Officers to handle 311 service requests in real time.City response (Police Department): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Other capital budget request for DEPCapital funds are needed to provide drainage study to address recurring sewage backups into residential homes at the following locations in Dyker Heights: a.13th Avenue from Bay Ridge Avenue to 79 Street b.11th Avenue 62 Street to 72 Streets c.12th Avenue from Bay Ridge Avenue to 79 StreetCity response (Department of Environmental Protection): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 3Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Complete Rehabilitation of Shore Road Park Field 4 at 95th Street. This field is in poor condition requiring complete refurbishment .City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 3Other park maintenance and safety requestsMany parents and children utilize parks after 3pm until dusk. Facilities must be available for use. Many field permits extend beyond 3pm and restroom facilities are required.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 3Increase enforcement of canine waste lawsFrequent complaints are received by the District Office regarding canine waste. It is a quality of life issue that frustrates residents concerned about street cleanliness.City response (Department of Sanitation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 3Hire additional school safety agentsSupport for increased funding for school safety officers. Vacancies are creating a hardship for local programs held in public schools.City response (Police Department): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 3Repair or build new seawalls or bulkheadsInitiate immediate engineering drainage study of Belt Parkway Infrastructure to address recurring flooding during heavy rain events. The Belt Parkway is an important thoroughfare and a study should commence to determine if current drainage infrastructure is in need of upgrades. Studies should review if organic pavement, beach grasses can be installed to assist with drainage along the promenade.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 3Other capital budget request for DEPCommunity Board Ten advocates for additional capital improvement investments to modernize the Owls Head Wastewater Treatment Plant. Several capital projects earmarked for improvements have been delayed. Community Board 10 is concerned about the delay in important projects needed to maintain infrastructure and modernization. The plant provides treatment for 120 million gallons of primarily residCity response (Department of Environmental Protection): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 4Other requests for park, building, or access improvementsRefurbish asphalt pathways in Shore Road Park from 74 Street to 88th Street used by Road Runners and many park users.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 4Enhance park safety through more security staff (police or parks enforcement)Increase headcount to expand parks enforcement patrols and security services. Additional parks enforcement personnel are needed to patrol the numerous parks throughout District 10 for vandalism, traffic violations, dog litter violations, barbequing in non designated areas, illegal vending, using permitted fields without a permit and related violations to parks regulations.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 4Hire additional traffic enforcement agentsProvide additional maintenance and funding to enforce overnight parking laws specifically commercial vehicles.City response (Police Department): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 4Repair or build new step streetsThe 76th Street Step Street remains in poor condition. Although DOT performed some minor repairs, a complete restoration IS needed. The sewer infrastructure beneath the steps overflows during heavy rains making the step street unsafe to traverse. Additionally, the fence and handrails need painting and repair> The landscaped areas and large trees create an unsafe condition for pedestrians. The City response (Department of Transportation): Agency does not support but can address the need alternatively
priority 4Evaluate a public location or property for green infrastructure, e.g. rain gardens, stormwater greenstreets, green playgroundsNarrows Botanic Gardens, an all volunteer organization, requested the Department of Environmental Protection provide a study to determine if an Oyster Garden can be added alongside shoreline adjacent to Owls Head Wastewater Treatment Facility.City response (Department of Environmental Protection): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 5Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Complete Refurbishment of comfort station at Shore Road Park (79th Street) -Including winterization, new plumbing fixtures, lighting, tile, and baby changing station. Wrought Iron fencing is also needed where missing along the perimeter.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 5Other park maintenance and safety requestsCB10 has zero gardeners to service the entire district's 352.5 acres of parkland. The District Office receives frequent complaints about tall weeds and grass in all sections of the District. At a recent Parks Committee meeting neighbors complained that newly constructed parks and pathways are not being maintained. New projects should include funds for continued maintenance.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 5Repair or provide new street lightsSolar lighting for Shore Road Bicycle Path and Promenade submitted by Bay Ridge Cares. The promenade is heavily used by cyclists, pedestrians and a portion will be included in the Greenway Connector. Currently there is no lighting available. Lighting would increase usage at night and provide a layer of safety to those who use the path in the evenings especially runners and cyclists who need to seCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 5Reconstruct or upgrade a building in a parkComplete Refurbishment of comfort station Dyker Beach Park at Bay 8th Street -including new plumbing fixtures, lighting, tile, and baby changing stationCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 6Provide more programs in parks or recreational centersFunds to support six playground associates who will provide maintenance and recreational programs at McKinley Park; Dyker Beach Park; Shore Road Park at 79 Street; JJ Carty Park, Owls Head Skate Park and Leif Ericson ParkCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 6Other capital budget request for DOTDistrict Wide Curb Contract - there is a need for a curb contract as there has not been one to replace broken curbs on local streets in Community District 10 in decades.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 6Reconstruct or upgrade a building in a parkComfort Station at Russell Pedersen Playground is in need of complete refurbishment.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 7Other traffic improvement requestsInitiate study to determine the feasibility of installing electronic signage at the entrances to the Belt Parkway to alert motorists of flooding conditions.City response (Department of Transportation): The agency does not understand the request as written and requires more clarification.
priority 7Reconstruct or upgrade a building in a parkComplete Refurbishment of comfort station at John J. Carty Park -including new plumbing fixtures, lighting, tile, and baby changing stationCity 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)Leif Ericson Park (lower) between 3rd Avenue and Ridge Blvd. Neighbors complain of the total disrepair of this portion of the park which has never been refurbished. There are currently only 6 antique light poles and many residents of the Bay Ridge Towers have complained about the crumbling pathways, overgrown conditions and extremely poor lighting. Restoration of historic staircase. This parklaCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 9Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Reconstruct or upgrade 79th Street playground at Shore Road Park to include play equipment, water fountains, sprinklers and infrastructure to ADA specifications.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 10Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Complete refurbishment of Dyker Beach Park Playground at 14th Avenue and 86th Street - including play equipment, water fountains, sprinklers and infrastructure. Refurbish to ADA specifications.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 11Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Leif Ericson Park to include playground with new play equipment between 5th and 6th Avenues as well as reconstruct the ball fields at 67th Street and 6th Avenue including water fountains and infrastructure to ADA specifications.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 12Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Request: McKinley Park- Repairs to Comfort Station Provide Handicap Accessibility Explanation: The comfort station is in need of upgrades. Refurbish to ADA specifications.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 13Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)New perimeter sidewalk around the Dyker Beach Park/Golf Course. The sidewalk area is heavily utilized by pedestrians and cyclists as a form of recreational exercise. The perimeter sidewalk is hazardous/uneven in many areas and should also be widened in certain sections for pedestrian safety. The sidewalk area perimeter includes 86th Street/7th Avenue/ Poly Place and 14th Avenue.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)Request: Rehabilitate 3 remaining ball fields at Dyker Beach Park. Explanation: The fields need to be rehabiitated as they are in total disrepair. Refurbish to ADA specifications. Identified as NYC Parks Need ($11 Million)City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 15Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Request: Complete rehabilitation of Shore Road Park Ball field at 74th Street. Explanation: This heavily utilized field needs drainage system and new dugouts that are able to be secured from vandalism in PM hours. Refurbish to ADA specifications.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 16Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Tennis Courts need to be refurbished in Leif Ericson Park; McKinley Park and Shore Road Park. Local Junior High Schools and High Schools utilize these tennis courts. Residents also ask for feasibility of adding pickle ball courts.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 17Provide a new or expanded park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Construction of new terrace overlook at former site of restroom station in Shore Road Park at 101 Street.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 18Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)A new perimeter sidewalk is needed to replace uneven hexblock sidewalk around Leif Ericson Park on Fort Hamilton Parkway/8th Avenue from 66 to 67 Streets. Local seniors and wheel chair users complain about flooding and ponding conditions during rain events. The large number of London Plane tree roots is also lifting sidewalk in sections. Restoration should include additional plantings to buffer City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 19Reconstruct or upgrade a building in a parkComplete Refurbishment of comfort station at Millenium Playground in Leif Ericson Park - 5th Avenue at 66th Street -including new plumbing fixtures, lighting, tile, and baby changing station. Refurbish to ADA requirements.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 20Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Complete Rehabilitation of Shore Road Park Field 3 at 79th Street. This field is in poor condition and requires a complete refurbishment.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 21Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Complete refurbishment of Dyker Beach Park Playground at Bay 8th Street between Poly Place, Cropsey Avenue and Shore Parkway - including play equipment, water fountains, sprinklers and infrastructure. Refurbish to ADA specifications. Refurbish the handball courts, new skate area, reconstruct 3 basketball courts, add fencing, bottle filler for drinking, seating. Complete reconstruction of playgroCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 22Other park maintenance and safety requestsNative Planting along Shore Road Promenade and adjacent Belt Parkway Arterial Highway Area (Submitted by Narrows Botanical Gardens) The refurbishment of the terrain adjacent to the Belt Parkway and highway area adjacent to the Shore Road Promenade requires regular maintenance. Native plants are beneficial to the area's ecosystem by attracting native insects including butterflies while significantCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 23Improve access to a building in a parkRenovation of the Fort Hamilton Senior Center- install athletic flooring at new fitness area, reconstruct bathrooms and entry way to meet ADA standards. Replace doors and windows throughout the facility.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 24Other street trees and forestry services requestsDistrict Wide Tree and Sidewalk Contract - the number of property owners for the tree and sidewalk program has grown and should be expanded.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 25Reach the board
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