Tribeca, Seaport/Civic Center, Financial District, Battery Park City
Manhattan Community Board 1
Appointed by the Manhattan Borough President, half on the recommendation of local Council members. Advisory, but the first government to hear about anything on your block.
Tammy Meltzer
chair · district manager Zach Bohmer
Fourth Tuesday, 6:00pm
board meetings are public; anyone can speak
78
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 capital budget request for DEPPlan for and construct long-term comprehensive resiliency infrastructure from North Moore Street-north. City needs to protect the West side of the Island and to be meaningful needs to connect with resiliency infrastructure north of Canal Street. This is especially timely as the federal government has not renewed funding for the NY & NJ Harbor & Tributaries Focus Area Feasibility Study (HATS) whichCity response (Department of Environmental Protection): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Improve traffic and pedestrian safety, including traffic calmingPS 150 lacks adequate outdoor gathering space and a safe place designated for buses to stop and let children on and off. Funds are needed to complete the Edgar Street project to close a lane and create an expanded sidewalk or pedestrian area on the south side of the school. Planning and approval of the needed bus stops are also requested that will accommodate the children before and after schoolCity response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Other request for services for the homelessIncrease funding for mental health and outreach to the population of street homeless and homeless veterans in CB1. Fund additional programs in CB1 to address street homelessness.City response (Department of Homeless Services): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Enhance NORC programs and health servicesDesignate the Gateway Plaza residential complex as a Naturally Occurring Retirement Community to allow for enhanced services and funding streams for the aging in that location.City response (Department for the Aging): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Other expense request for DOBFunding for enforcement of existing lead paint regulationsCity response (Department of Buildings): The agency does not understand the request as written and requires more clarification.
priority 1Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Bowling Green Park - Enlarge and make this major tourist destination safer. Now that the City has decided to keep the Charging Bull statue there, we need to find a way to separate visitors from vehicular traffic by enlarging this busy park.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1As needed Land use planning, technical and urban design supportStaff INDIVDUAL community boards with land use consultants to work directly for and with the community board staff and volunteersCity response (Department of City Planning): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Other expense request for DCASFunding for lead paint testing and remediation in all City owned properties.City response (Department of Citywide Administrative Services): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Other expense budget request for DOEDecouple funding from class sizes: Reduce class sizes as per the mandated class size reduction act, fund classroom by teacher or class instead of funding per pupil. This will ensure funding isn't reduced as a result of creating better teacher/student ratios.City response (Department of Education): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Other expense budget request for DEPFunding for creation of the west side resiliency task force to research and plan for long term holistic comprehensive resiliency from Chambers Street to Canal StreetCity response (Department of Environmental Protection): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Enhance park safety through more security staff (police or parks enforcement)The City has reduced the number of DPR staff and Parks Enforcement (PEP) officers. Our parks are not being properly maintained and rules are not enforced. Hire additional staff to replace those eliminated, specifically allocating . For example, 4 additional full time PEPS for The Battery Conservancy to help enforce the vending and quality of life issues.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Improve traffic and pedestrian safety, including traffic calmingDevelop and implement a comprehensive plan for capital improvements to Centre Street-from Chambers Street to at least City Hall Park and the Park row bike lane-that will (1) mitigate inter-model conflicts, (2) eliminate sharp bicycle turns, and (3) provide other changes that improve safety and mobility with a focus on pedestriansCity response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Other expense budget request for DOTResurface Little West Street from Battery Place to 3rd Place, install pedestrian crossing markings and school crossing signs at 1st and 2nd Place, and enhance traffic calming methods-including refurbishing the speed humpsCity response (Department of Transportation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Invest in capital projects to improve access to waterfrontRebuild the New Market Building for public use with community amenities.City response (Economic Development Corporation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Other expense budget request for EDCFund a feasibility study on repurposing the Coast Guard building site for public/community use in conjunction with the FIDI SEAPORT MASTERPLANCity response (Economic Development Corporation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
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Other expense budget request for HPDFund affordable housing protections in Battery Park City and establish a program with the aim of increasing and preservation of permanent affordable housing in Battery Park City. Gateway Plaza QRS expires in June 2030; The affordable units in rental Buildings (including but not limited to 50 & 70 Battery Place) are diminishing. Stop the conversion of buildings from rental to co-op in order to maCity response (Department of Housing Preservation & Development): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Provide a new or expanded health care facilityExpand emergency public hospital services into CB1 at 2 WTC or Future 5 WTCCity response (Health and Hospitals Corporation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Other expense budget request for LPCIncrease the budget of the enforcement division to hire more inspectors and analysts to better levy violations for property owners that disregard landmarks law protections.City response (Landmarks Preservation Commission): Agency does not support but can address the need alternatively
priority 1Provide more housing for medium income householdsBuild income restricted housing for a mix of family sizes and incomes in CB1. (multi-bedroom residential units)City response (Department of Housing Preservation & Development): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Other capital budget request for NYCTAStudy the construction of a Bus Stop in Front of P.S. 276 in Battery Park CityCity response (Transit Authority): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Provide a new bus service or Select Bus ServiceBus route on Rt 9A to serve commercial and residential development that has occurred along the westside of Lower Manhattan as well as to connect the many piers and amenities located in Hudson River Park (HRP)City response (Transit Authority): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Create a new, or renovate or upgrade an existing public libraryBuild a new library on the east side of CD1, where the residential population has been increasing rapidly with a particular increase in families and children. Potential sites include the Brooklyn Bridge vault arches which could accommodate other public uses as well as a library.City response (New York Public Library): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Increase resources for other crime prevention programsTraffic Enforcement Agents During high-volume hours Intersections along Hudson StreetCity response (Police Department): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Renovate or upgrade a high schoolRenovate or replace the elevators serving school facilities at 75 Broad Street.City response (Department of Education): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Other expense request for NYCEMCreate, and make public, a plan for safe, accessible mobility for all road users, including pedestrians with disabilities, during states of emergency when private building deployables are activated and make the sidewalks inaccessible. Start with the Financial District neighborhood where deployables are being added to protect buildings from flood damage that block clear path and pedestrian flow. MoCity response (OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Provide more community board staffIncrease Community Board budget to $400,000 which would be the first increase in over 20 years. Budget needs to include the technology and equipment required for hybrid and/or virtual meetings, new platforms for updated websites and processes are new monthly expenses.City response (Mayor's Office of Management and Budget): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Other capital budget request for DEPIntegrate the remediation of the CSO system to reduce overflow into the East and Hudson Rivers by including them within resiliency projects, such as the Fidi/Seaport Climate Resiliency Master Plan.City response (Department of Environmental Protection): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 2Improve traffic and pedestrian safety, including traffic calmingSafety improvements to increase pedestrian visibility are needed for the intersections on Pearl Street under the Brooklyn Bridge. The on ramps for the Brooklyn Bridge and the FDR make the intersections on Pearl St from Ave of the Finest/Robert F Wagner Sr. Place to Frankfort St/Dover St are too complex, dark and challenging, especially for seniors and people with disabilities.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency does not support but can address the need alternatively
priority 2Other senior center program requestsProvide higher quality food at Independence Plaza Senior Center, Greenwich HouseCity response (Department for the Aging): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 2Other expense budget request for DOBFund financial assistance programs to assist buildings to reach compliance with local Law 97City response (Department of Buildings): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 2Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Renovate the pathway of Bowling Green Park, which currently pools with water after heavy rains.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Study land use and zoning to better match current use or future neighborhood needsDCP should review development rights at the South Street Seaport Historic District, including alternative receiving sites outside of the historic district.City response (Department of City Planning): The agency does not understand the request as written and requires more clarification.
priority 2Other expense budget request for DEPFunding to support the introduction of green infrastructure to all District 1 green streets, pedestrian plazas, roadway, bike and bus median stripsCity response (Department of Environmental Protection): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 2Other park maintenance and safety requestsRepair playscape at Battery Conservancy including turf, metal columns on stage and remove graffitiCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 2Other transportation infrastructure requestsAppropriate capital funding for the installation of the approved public restroom on the Municipal Plaza of 1 Centre Street and site a second one South of the Brooklyn Bridge Entrance Area.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency does not support but can address the need alternatively
priority 2Conduct traffic or parking studiesDevelop and implement a plan to improve safety for all users on Cliff St. and the Fulton St-Cliff St intersection including: a traffic control device(s), crosswalks, hardened daylighting and improved freight managementCity response (Department of Transportation): Agency does not support but can address the need alternatively
priority 2Other capital budget request for EDCFunding for completion of design and construction of FIDI Seaport Resiliency PlansCity response (Economic Development Corporation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Other expense budget request for EDCAdd LaGuardia Airport as a destination on NYC Ferry from Pier 11 in ManhattanCity response (Economic Development Corporation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Provide, expand, or enhance rental subsidies programsRequest veteran specific Section 8 housing vouchers for housing opportunities in the communityCity response (Department of Housing Preservation & Development): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Other expense request for LPCIncreased enforcement of Landmarked Facades against illicit advertising usesCity response (Landmarks Preservation Commission): This request has already been completed.
priority 2Hire additional crossing guardsAdd additional hours to enable benefits and increase the pay rate for school crossing guards or add job responsibilities to include work inside each school in between school crossing guard hours in order to offer full-time positions in addition to part-time jobs.City response (Police Department): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Renovate or upgrade a middle or intermediate schoolRenovate or replace the elevators serving school facilities at 81 New Street.City response (Department of Education): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Other capital budget request for DEPProvide funding for capturing/managing stormwater runoff in connection with the Brooklyn Bridge elevated roadway downspouts.City 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)Provide required funding to repair all non-functioning water features in Delury Square, Collect Pond Park and Albert Capsouto ParkCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 3Other expense request for DCPDCP and LPC should study and inform CB1 of any remaining air rights from any current, abandoned and ghost piers within CD1 and if they exist, how far can they be transferred inland.City response (Department of City Planning): The agency does not understand the request as written and requires more clarification.
priority 3Other expense budget request for DEPCB1 requests funds from the City for an independent environmental monitor for the North West Battery Park City Authority's Resiliency Project in Battery Park City.City response (Department of Environmental Protection): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 3Other expense budget request for DPRRat mitigation for Jerry Driscoll Walk in the South Street SeaportCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 3Improve traffic and pedestrian safety, including traffic calmingContribute funding to the expansion of Duane Park as proposed by the Friends of Duane Park in order to restore its historic footprintCity response (Department of Transportation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 3Conduct traffic or parking studiesDevelop a pedestrian priority pilot for the Financial District neighborhood as was originally funded by 500,000 by ex-council member, Margaret Chin and recently demanded by CM Chris MarteCity response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 3Other capital request for EDCComplete construction of East River Waterfront Esplanade up to Brooklyn Bridge.City response (Economic Development Corporation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 3Renovate or upgrade a middle or intermediate schoolSCA Renovate interior Repair elevators serving school facilities at 26 Broadway, Lower manhattanCity response (Department of Education): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 3Evaluate a public location or property for green infrastructure, e.g. rain gardens, stormwater greenstreets, green playgroundsJoseph P Ward Street and Washington Street from Joseph P Ward Street to Rector street do not drain water properly and precipitation creates a consistent and sustained ponding condition in front of the ADA curb cuts across from the parking garage and prevents truly ADA compatible access to the West Thames Street Bridge elevator and overpass. Washington Street has consistent ponding on the west sidCity response (Department of Environmental Protection): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 4Provide a new or expanded park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)New Public Pool in CD1: Neighboring community boards have outdoor public pools which are free for public use during the summer, whereas CD1 has none. CD1's indoor community pools, such as those at Manhattan Youth, BMCC and Stuyvesant High School, have fees to swim and are rarely if ever open to the general public. Swimming lessons are very expensive and few children can participate because there aCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 4Other park programming requestsRequest a study of potential expansion of the current footprint at Finn Square ParkCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 4Reconstruct streetsThe street on Pearl St between Maiden Lane and Platt St needs to be resurfaced and repaved to correct the pitch and fill potholes and address ponding.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency does not support but can address the need alternatively
priority 4Other traffic improvement requestsImplement traffic calming measures and pedestrian mitigations for pedestrian safety at the school zone around PS 150, including but not limited to well marked and easily visible signage, colorful pavement, reduced speed limits and other needed traffic signalsCity response (Department of Transportation): Agency does not support but can address the need alternatively
priority 4Other capital budget request for EDCResearch potential along the East River for community and open passive and active park and green space along the waterside. Additional recreational space on the East Side waterfront including not limited to youth, fields, courts and activity spaces.City response (Economic Development Corporation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 4Other capital budget request for DEPDesign plan to introduce green infrastructure such as bioswales, rain gardens and resilient surfacing to green street at Barnett Newman Triangle; Include initial funding for trees and planters to define the edges of the site and crosswalk areas to be followed by completion of the greenstreet.City response (Department of Environmental Protection): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 5Other requests for park, building, or access improvementsParks should work with CB1 and Friends of City Hall Park relevant volunteer organizations to review list of recommended repairs for City Hall Park including replacing the current pathway material with the more durable Bluestone, increase illumination, replace gas lights with LEDs, and repair the fountain, enhance wayfinding and signage, adding a public restroom and addressing the issue of Food CCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 5Upgrade or create new plazasAdd public restrooms in an around Brooklyn Bridge Arches and surrounding Park SpaceCity response (Department of Transportation): Agency does not support but can address the need alternatively
priority 5Conduct traffic or parking studiesStudy and develop a plan for a protected bike lane to connect the Brooklyn Bridge bike lane with the Hudson River Greenway; including options for shared streets - such as Vesey StreetCity response (Department of Transportation): Agency does not support but can address the need alternatively
priority 5Other capital budget request for EDCFunding for completion of design and construction of Seaport Coastal Resilience PlanCity response (Economic Development Corporation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 5Provide a new or expanded park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Contribute funding to the expansion of Duane Park as proposed by the Friends of Duane Park in order to be more consistent with its historic footprintCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 6Roadway maintenance (resurfacing, trench restoration, etc.)Reconstruct and restore Staple Street between Duane and Harrison Streets, a cobblestone street in one of Tribeca's historic districts. The Staple Street Skybridge is a significant attraction for visitors, bridal parties and film crews so restoring the historic cobblestone street below it is a priority to CB1.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 6Other expense budget request for DOTStudy potential shared street for Duane Street Between Broadway and Lafayette and Liberty between Greenwich and Church for pedestrian circulation improvements.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency does not support but can address the need alternatively
priority 6Other capital budget request for EDCContribute funding to complete buildout of the Pier 26 EstuariumCity response (Economic Development Corporation): The agency does not understand the request as written and requires more clarification.
priority 6Reconstruct or upgrade a building in a parkExpand grant programs for restorations of landmarked structures located within parksCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): The agency does not understand the request as written and requires more clarification.
priority 7Improve traffic and pedestrian safety, including traffic calmingStudy the creation of Shared Street to improve pedestrian and bicycle east west access between Church and West Street on Vesey Street with dedicated bike path, street furniture, paint and planters to create new public space.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency does not support but can address the need alternatively
priority 7Other traffic improvement requestsDevelop historic street design guidelines, policies and processes so that there is clarity and predictability regarding building and maintaining historic streets. Manhattan Community District One has ten historic districts with a long history of disrepair of the cobblestone (i.e., Belgian block) streets. Historic streetscape design guidelines are needed that addresses the special design needs andCity response (Department of Transportation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 7Other capital budget request for EDCRenovation and repairs for unfettered access to Brooklyn Bridge Beach with access to the water and Maritime usesCity response (Economic Development Corporation): This request has already been completed.
priority 7Other capital budget request for DPRPlace youth recreational space at 5 World Trade Center when it opensCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 8Upgrade or create new greenwaysReview plans and designs related to the Beautification and resiliency of Holland Tunnel Rotary for including new green infrastructureCity response (Department of Transportation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 8Conduct traffic or parking studiesDevelop a pilot project to improve pedestrian and cyclist safety and comfort on alley-like streets such as Liberty Pl., Cliff St, Staple St and others in CB's historic street gridCity response (Department of Transportation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 8Other capital budget request for DPRSupport the development of Barnett Newman triangle working with Friends of Barnett Newman Triangle to increase and beautify the footprint.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 9Improve traffic and pedestrian safety, including traffic calmingFund NYCs portion of any redesign and reconstruction of South End Avenue in Battery Park City.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 9Other expense budget request for DOTAdditional Funding for Gotham Park Programs and ServicesCity response (Department of Transportation): Agency does not support but can address the need alternatively
priority 9Improve traffic and pedestrian safety, including traffic calmingContribute funding to support the completion of the Canal South Plans (Part of Reimagining Canal Street) which includes the extension and completion of Barnett Newman Triangle, an area included in both the city's Green Infrastructure and Plaza Programs. Include initial funding for green infrastructure , i.e., trees, planters, rain gardens and bioswales to define the edges of the expanded pedestrCity response (Department of Transportation): Agency does not support but can address the need alternatively
priority 10Other expense budget request for DOTOpen Dining: Increase staffing for oversight by DOT for sidewalk/roadbed regulations.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency does not support but can address the need alternatively
priority 10Reach the board
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