Bushwick
Brooklyn Community Board 4
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.
Robert Camacho
chair · district manager Celestina Leon
Third Wednesday, 6:00pm
board meetings are public; anyone can speak
38
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 libraryThe Dekalb library is in need of an interior renovation, heating cooling, and other infrastructure/safety improvements, and a sustainability project for site drainage.City response (Brooklyn Public Library): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Create a new, or renovate or upgrade an existing public libraryThe Washington Irving library is in need of an interior renovation and elevator modernization to better accommodate patrons.City response (Brooklyn Public Library): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Expand street outreachIncrease street outreach and support community partnerships at intersections that regularly draw a large homeless and/or at-risk populations, such as, but not limited to Maria Hernandez Park, the Myrtle-Broadway intersection, and the Myrtle-Knickerbocker Plaza.City response (Department of Homeless Services): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Inspect sanitary sewer on specific street segment and repair or replace as neededUpgrade and/or replace existing infrastructure to improve drainage and prevent backflow or combined sewer overflow.City response (Department of Environmental Protection): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Provide a new, or new expansion to, a building in a parkUpgrade and expand the children's play equipment to include a toddler playground area in Irving Square Park.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Enhance educational and recreational programsImplement and enhance diverse educational and recreational programming for seniors including the arts, technology, and inter-generational themesCity response (Department for the Aging): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Reconstruct or upgrade a building in a parkThe comfort station at Maria Hernandez Park is in serious need of an upgrade. There are frequent complaints about the lack of regular maintenance, pooling, and broken restroom equipment from community members, especially during the summertime. Given the high volume of visitors and recreational opportunities in general, a renovated comfort station is needed to better accommodate the public.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Reconstruct streetsComplete the repair of the following roadbeds on the HWK876 project: Weirfield Street between Wyckoff & Irving Avenues.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Expand code enforcementProvide funding for additional building inspectors to respond to code violations. A high volume of building construction and alterations occurs throughout the district in many cases illegally/without the proper permits. Additional inspectors will assist in addressing this issue.City response (Department of Buildings): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Clean catch basinsHire additional personnel for the repair and maintenance of catch basins and rain gardens prior to storms. The increase in neighborhood population and construction has burdened the current sewer system, especially as the city experiences more extreme weather events.City response (Department of Environmental Protection): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Reconstruct streetsBroadway was once the major commercial corridor drawing consumers from all over Brooklyn. In its current state, Broadway is far from the thriving strip of businesses it was in the past. Reconstructing Broadway from Flushing Avenue to Van Sinderen Avenue is the first step in investing in the economic future of the neighborhood. The roadbed of this heavily traveled commercial strip is in a deplorablCity response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Other capital budget request for EDCEDC - Major commercial corridors, such as Broadway, Myrtle, and Wyckoff are in need of investment to revitalize and restore them to their optimal capacity. This should be accomplished through joint efforts between local merchants associations, general stakeholders, and the residents that are in most cases the primary consumers for the businesses. Improvements can include funding for signage, streeCity response (Economic Development Corporation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Other programs to address public health issues requestsThe Bushwick Neighborhood Health Action Center formerly known as the Bushwick District Public Health Office remains a valuable asset with considerable reach and influence on the culture of health in Bushwick. To date, the center and the various programs appear to lack a clear and cohesive role in the community and would benefit from a comprehensive outreach plan, marketing, and opportunities for cCity response (Department of Health and Mental Hygiene): This request has already been completed.
priority 1Invest in infrastructure that will support growth in commercial business districtsThe primary commercial corridors in Bushwick include Broadway, Myrtle, Knickerbocker Avenue, and Wyckoff Avenue. Given the high volume of traffic on these avenues, investment in the infrastructure will improve overall transit safety, the quality of life for all residents and visitors, and provide a solid foundation to support a vibrant and dynamic commercial sector.City response (Economic Development Corporation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Enhance park safety through more security staff (police or parks enforcement)Hire Additional Park Enforcement Patrol (PEP) Staff. District parks are often vandalized; Gang activity is present. PEP officers will provide a sense of security.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
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Provide more housing for extremely low and low income householdsStrongly encourage developers to construct deeply affordable housing that meets the needs of the community, as well as, create one hundred percent affordable housing when feasible, especially for projects on city-owned land. Currently, the majority of new rental apartments are not affordable for residents. This includes the majority of the housing that has been labelled affordable based on the ArCity response (Department of Housing Preservation & Development): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Repair or upgrade subway stations or other transit infrastructureRenovate the DeKalb Avenue Station on the Canarsie L Line to include an elevator. The station has experienced an increase in commuter volume over the past several years and is the closest train station to Wyckoff Heights Medical Center. Renovations are also needed to address flooding when it rains. The installation of an elevator would improve the overall function of this station and greatly benefCity response (Transit Authority): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Provide more frequent garbage or recycling pick-up for schools and institutionsReinstate 5 day per week garbage collection at neighborhood institutions and community facilities, including, but not limited, to schools, early learn centers/pre-K programs, and senior citizen centers.City response (Department of Sanitation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Other NYPD facilities and equipment requestsDespite a historic decrease in neighborhood crime, statistics show increases in grand larcenies, burglaries, and gang activity in addition to a high volume of quality of life concerns. Additional Argus cameras would serve as a monitor and deterrent for areas with chronic safety issues. In 2025, Council Member Sandy Nurse's office (District 37) worked with the board to fund one of the camera locatiCity response (Police Department): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Support merchant organizingSeveral years ago, joint efforts were taken to organize the merchants along the Broadway corridor. Further support and resources are critical to organizing capacity and sustainability.City response (Department of Small Business Services): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Provide, expand, or enhance after school programs for elementary school students (grades K-5)Additional programming for this population is required, especially for youth enrolled in public schools. Parents have limited options within the district and are often drawn to schools that offer a full day of learning and after school programming.City response (Department of Youth & Community Development): This request has already been completed.
priority 1Provide more firefighters or EMS workersA staff increase in Fire Marshals will improve their ability to investigate and respond to fires, as well as, meet the growing need for inspections of new businesses; establishments that plan to serve liquor in particular.City response (Fire Department): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Provide, expand, or enhance programs for housing inspections to correct code violationsHire code enforcement inspectors. Additional inspectors are needed to respond to a high volume of complaints within the district. Inspectors should be trained to recognize chronic building negligence.City response (Department of Housing Preservation & Development): This request has already been completed.
priority 1Hire additional uniformed officersIncrease manpower at the 83rd Precinct and Transit District 33. Additional patrols and manpower from the Academy are needed in Bushwick.City response (Police Department): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Provide more community board staffIncrease the baseline budget to allow for additional part-time or a full-time hire to support the board and help manage the work load.City response (Mayor's Office of Management and Budget): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)The Green Central Knoll play area, including the equipment, is in need of a complete renovation to bring the space up to modern industry safety and design standards. The area has been prone to flooding issues from a water feature and has a decorative path that takes up space, poses a potentially safety hazard, and is disconnected from the rest of the area. Renovation of the space will greatly imprCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Reconstruct streetsWyckoff Avenue is one of the major commercial and transit corridors in the neighborhood. The high volume of all types of traffic, including delivery trucks and EMS vehicles lead to rapid erosion of the streets and easily congests traffic. The reconstruction of Wyckoff Avenue is an important and capital project for safety of the community. This avenue is also shared with our neighbors in Queens, whCity response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 2Reconstruct streetsMyrtle Avenue from Broadway to Wyckoff Avenue is another major commercial corridor that directly links Queens to Brooklyn. The general traffic infrastructure and equipment is outdated and unreliable. The avenue is also notoriously difficult to traverse, given the overhead elevated M train line. The two-way bus traffic also contributes to the potential dangers of utilizing the corridor. Myrtle AvenCity response (Department of Transportation): The agency does not understand the request as written and requires more clarification.
priority 2Animal and pest control requests including reducing rat and mosquito populationsEnhance outreach and conduct public education workshops in partnership with the Department of Health for neighborhood residents, businesses, and other stakeholders to combat an increasing rodent population in Bushwick.City response (Department of Health and Mental Hygiene): This request has already been completed.
priority 2Provide better park maintenanceFund the Parks department to ensure personnel can adequately maintain park spaces.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Provide more housing for seniorsTruly affordable housing for all remains a city-wide crisis however, seniors and other at-risk populations are among the most vulnerable. Given the long waiting lists and general shortage in senior and supportive housing, increased development and/or inclusion of these projects should be encouraged along with feedback from the Community Board.City response (Department of Housing Preservation & Development): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 2Repair or upgrade subway stations or other transit infrastructureRenovate the Wilson Avenue Station on the L Line to include ADA compliance on the Canarsie bound train, cameras, and additional lighting. The partial renovation of this station has left residents in need of Canarsie bound service at a disadvantage.City response (Transit Authority): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 2Other expense budget request for DSNYExpand community recycling programs to educate residents about all types of recycling at residential buildings, public gathering places, events, and street festivals.City response (Department of Sanitation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Forestry services, including street tree maintenanceExpand Contracts for Tree Pruning. The industry standard of pruning every 7 years does not accommodate the number of requests. Larger trees in particular are overgrown and potential public safety hazards as they obstruct street lights, interfere with utility lines, and grow toward neighboring properties.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 3Increase Graffiti Removal/CleaningExpand the graffiti removal program to improve the response time to requests for removal.City response (Department of Sanitation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 3Improve trash removal and cleanlinessThe larger parks in the neighborhood, such as Maria Hernandez Park and Irving Square Park have a high volume of visitors throughout the year, especially during the warmer weather months. Additional garbage collection is need to prevent the encouragement of illegal dumping and to keep the park entrances clear/clean.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 4Other expense budget request for DSNYEstablish public drop-off sites where residents can bring unwanted electronics, textiles, food scraps, and yard waste.City response (Department of Sanitation): This request has already been completed.
priority 4Increase enforcement of canine waste lawsThe "Clean Up After Dog" Law needs additional strategic enforcement via working with local stakeholders, residents, and property owners.City response (Department of Sanitation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 5Reach the board
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From the city’s official community board directory and the Register of Community Board Budget Requests (updated daily). Member rosters arrive when borough president appointment lists are ingested; meeting summaries arrive with the document tier.