Clinton, Chelsea
Manhattan Community Board 4
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.
Jessica Chait
chair · district manager Jesse Bodine
First Wednesday, 6:30pm
board meetings are public; anyone can speak
99
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 DOEP.S. 11 - 320 West 21st Street. Fund sign with the school's new name, the Sarah J. Garnet. This request should cost approximately $15K.City response (Department of Education): This request has already been completed.
priority 1Evaluate a public location or property for green infrastructure, e.g. rain gardens, stormwater greenstreets, green playgroundsContinued Support: MCB4 lauds the administrations NYC Green Infrastructure Program and we ask that EDC and other agency partners, including the Federal government design, construct and maintain a variety of sustainable green infrastructure practices within MCD4. A portion of the FY 2023 budget should be earmarked to conduct a feasibility study of measures that can limit the damage of storm surges City response (Department of Environmental Protection): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Expand street outreachExpand funding for an increase in targeted outreach to street homeless individuals to provide those experiencing behavioral health emergencies with appropriate resources, to MCD4. MCB4 also requests a 15% increase in funds to the outreach programs at Breaking Ground, Goddard, BRC, and Urban Pathways to meet the increasing unsheltered population.City response (Department of Homeless Services): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Provide a new or expanded park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Continue to complete the design for a new park at West 48th Street and 10th Avenue as committed to during Western Rail Yard rezoning and negotiations.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): This request has already been completed.
priority 1Increase home delivered meals capacityExpand existing programs for Seniors (DFTA) Meal programs at the following locations: Hudson Guild - 441 W 26th Street; Project Find Encore Community Services - 239 West 49th Street; The SAGE Center Midtown - 305 Seventh Avenue; and Penn South NORC - 290 9th Ave.City response (Department for the Aging): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Other capital budget request for DSNYFund and complete needed roof repair and other necessary repairs to defend the structural integrity of the DSNY Building at 128 West 17th Street, aka, Former Colored School No 4.City response (Department of Sanitation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Other expense budget request for DOBExpand funding for staff to expedite technology upgrades for Department of Buildings (DOB) website and application process to allow a demolition restriction district square to be filled as a yes or no. This will prevent improper demolition by flagging and notifying the building owner and the agency when an improper demolition permit has been requested for a residential multiple dwelling in MCD4's City response (Department of Buildings): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Other capital budget request for DOHMHProvide funding to Ryan Chelsea-Clinton Health Center to meet existing patient needs, including creating an emergency preparedness paging system, strip lighting, and building notification system; outfitting its new mobile medical unit to provide care to individuals throughout the district; and replacing existing autoclave and intra-oral X-ray machine in order to meet the need for dental services.City response (Department of Health and Mental Hygiene): This request has already been completed.
priority 1Invest in infrastructure that will support growth in commercial business districtsContinue to fund the creation of Block 5 and 6 of Bella Abzug Park by issuing tax-exempt bonds by HYDC.City response (Economic Development Corporation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Fund capital improvements to Dewitt Clinton Park. DeWitt Clinton Park is Hell's Kitchen largest park. It provides active and passive park space as well as a significant playground. The Park has also gone for decades without renovation and is in need of serious upgrades including repaving the playground & courts, new playground equipment and new spray shower and drainage lines.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Provide new facilities such as a firehouse or EMS stationFund the permanent relocation of the West 23rd Street #7 EMS station (FDNY) to West 29th Street (11/12 Ave) MCB4 specifically requests immediate funding for a relocation of the EMS station that is temporarily located on W. 23rd Street and Tenth Avenue. The current temporary location was never designed for the heavy use the EMS is placing on this site. The current small, cramped location adjacent City response (Fire Department): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Study land use and zoning to better match current use or future neighborhood needsFund a study on the cumulative impact of ULURP approvals since January 2021 on public infrastructure demands, particularly on public safety (police, fire, EMT), schools, health care, and recreational services. This request would include a forward perspective study taking into consideration specifically the rezonings in Midtown South (MSMX) and City of Yes, and a review of the future impact of NYCHCity response (Department of City Planning): The agency does not understand the request as written and requires more clarification.
priority 1Other capital budget request for HPDThe Slaughterhouse Site RFP located at 495 11th Ave. Provide sufficient subsidy so 100% of the units are permanently affordable. This 100% permanently affordable development will satisfy two commitments made by the City in the rezoning for affordable apartments to be built on Site M, and on the 20th Street sanitation parking space. It will be affordable at 80 to 165% of AMI. The project will have City response (Department of Housing Preservation & Development): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Provide more public artSupport cultural organizations by providing additional funding to DCLA, in particular, the arts and culture programs at Hudson Guild, at 441 W 26th St, Fountain House Gallery at 702 9th Avenue, The Kitchen, Chelsea Film Festival, and the Open Culture Program. The creative community has been a valuable asset to our district for decades.City response (Department of Cultural Affairs): This request has already been completed.
priority 1Provide, expand, or enhance funding for Child Care and Head Start programsExpand funding for Pre-K and 3K Seats at PS 11, PS 33, PS 51, PS 111, and PS 212. There is a substantial waitlist, particularly for 3K and Pre-K Extended Day programs in our district.City response (Department of Education): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
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Renovate or upgrade an elementary schoolFund needed security door alarm system at P.S. 11 at 320 West 21 Street.City response (Department of Education): This request has already been completed.
priority 1Provide more information and services related to STIs, HIV/AIDS, and family planningIncrease funding for STI, HIV/AIDS information, prevention, and treatment. As referenced in the NYC DOHMH Community Health Profile for Clinton and Chelsea neighborhoods, CD4 continues to rank high in the rate of new HIV diagnoses. Given the demographics of the resident population in Chelsea and Clinton, the district requires increased funding for education, prevention and treatment for the followiCity response (Department of Health and Mental Hygiene): This request has already been completed.
priority 1Other capital budget request for DOTFund publicly-accessible electric vechile charging infrastructure. In anticipation of a full transfer to electric vehicles, private, commercial and public, the need for separate, multi-vehicle charging areas is urgent. Our district houses arteries to both the George Washington Bridge and the Lincoln Tunnel. If the city expects to hit its own carbon-free goals, we need to have the appropriate infraCity response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Enhance park safety through more security staff (police or parks enforcement)Fund additional Parks Enforcement Patrol (PEP) officers. PEP provides a uniformed presence to safeguard Parks properties and facilities and enforce Parks rules and regulations in regard to quality-of-life conditions. With our district's uptick of crime and unsafe incidences, our need for PEP staff is acute. The Park Rangers also conduct educational programs in parks throughout our district.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Other capital budget request for EDCEnable shore power at the Manhattan Cruise Ship Terminal. The Manhattan Cruise Ship Terminal is an overwhelming source of pollution. When ships are docked, their engines run to generate power and keep the lights on, emitting thousands of tons of diesel particulates into the air. A docked ship's emission for one day equal 34,000 idling tractor trailers. Installing a socket for cruise ships to "plugCity response (Economic Development Corporation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Other capital budget request for HPDProvide adequate capital subsidy for the Multifamily Preservation Loan Program (MPLP) and the Senior Affordable Rental Apartments (SARA) for the following affordable housing projects: 560 West 52nd Street & 464 West 25th Street - (MPLP) and 500 West 52nd Street - (SARA).City response (Department of Housing Preservation & Development): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Renovate or upgrade public housing developmentsComplete interim repairs at the Fulton and Elliott-Chelsea Houses to ensure safe and livable conditions for residents while redevelopment plans are under consideration. This request covers elevator maintenance, mold remediation, leak repairs, and security improvements, along with other essential building and safety needs. Residents of the Chelsea NYCHA FEC campuses were promised these repairs as pCity response (Housing Authority): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Provide more frequent litter basket collectionAdd a "gap truck" 11am- 7pm for corner basket pick up Tuesday/Wednesday/Friday ($200,000) and keep the recently added "gap truck" on Monday/Thursday/Saturday.City response (Department of Sanitation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Other capital budget request for NYCTARelocate 40 congestion pricing gantries from local streets to Port Authority properties.City response (Transit Authority): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Other traffic improvement requestsImplement a busway on West 34th street end to end.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 1Other capital request for OMBMatch last year's state funding commitment to develop Pier 76 (former NYPD tow pound).City response (Mayor's Office of Management and Budget): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Renovate interior building componentFund a new building-wide PA system at Urban Assembly Gateway School for Technology at 439 West 49th Street. The current system does not reliably function.City response (Department of Education): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Other expense budget request for DYCDProvide funding for after school programs in both elementary and middle schools to enable more families to participate, particularly at the following schools.P.S. 11 at 320 West 21 Street; P.S. 33 at 281 9th Avenue; P.S. 51 at 525 West 44th Street; P.S. 111 at 440 West 53rd Street.City response (Department of Youth & Community Development): This request has already been completed.
priority 1Other expense budget request for FDNYExpand the Behavioral Health Emergency Assistance Response Division (B-HEARD) Pilot Program to MCD4 to respond to 911 mental health calls.City response (Fire Department): This request has already been completed.
priority 1Other expense budget request for HHCFund gender affirming care to ensure access to all LGBTQ+ New Yorkers. Federal mandates have threatened the availability of care to under-18 patients. New York City must ensure that providers continue to offer these services to all who seek them.City response (Health and Hospitals Corporation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Other homelessness prevention program requestExpand discharge planning, including GED completion programs, job training, financial literacy, resume building and interview skills. Ensure that these services are coordinated to promote a successful transition from shelter into permanent housing. Services should be tailored to ensure that residents are successful in their new housing accommodations.City response (Human Resources Administration): This request has already been completed.
priority 1Other expense requestIncrease funding for additional Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) staff to expedite calendaring for landmark designation and reduce the existing case backlog, including long-pending requests such as St. Benedict the Moor Church (referenced in MCB4's 2019 letter), Bayview Former Prison at 550 West 20th Street (Request for Evaluation - 2013), and New Dramatists Inc. at 424 West 44th Street. InCity response (Landmarks Preservation Commission): Agency does not support but can address the need alternatively
priority 1Other expense budget request for MOCJProvide funding to support Midtown Community Justice Center to support its community justice solutions. This funding should support for enforcing current laws while offering alternatives to incarceration.City response (Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Other expense budget request for MOMEProvide funding to renew and update the study of small/independent theaters from the Mayors Office of Media and Entertainment. The social, economic, and cultural impacts that independent theaters have endured since the last study need to be considered.City response (Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Other public housing maintenance, staffing and management requestsFill vacant elevator maintenance staff. NYCHA elevators are frequently broken and taken out of service, causing great hardships to the residents. In 2018 there were about 44,000 elevator outages which is an unacceptable performance level. NYCHA has unfilled skilled elevator mechanic and mechanic's assistant positions which should be filled with trained individuals. More skilled mechanic positions City response (Housing Authority): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Hire additional uniformed officersExpand and re-allocate existing funding to hire officers in order to increase regular foot patrols in Chelsea and Hells Kitchen. Despite a drop in several crime categories throughout the precincts that cover MCD4, residents have expressed heightened concern over a lack of enforcement against illegal narcotics sales, drug use, and other unlawful and disorderly behavior happening on the streets.City response (Police Department): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 1Other expense requestProvide funding earmarked for cannabis enforcement to City agencies like the New York City Sheriff. Likewise, MCB4 believes that further coordination is needed between city and state agencies. Funding for a State/City Cannabis Coordinator would be welcomed.City response (Mayor's Office of Management and Budget): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 1Other capital budget request for DOEProvide funding to support PS 33 (281 9th Avenue) during Phase I of the NYCHA Elliott-Chelsea-Fulton Houses redevelopment. Proposed capital requests include replacement of air filters inside and outside the school, installation of new air conditioning units, replacement of windows, purchasing air quality sensors, and installation of enhanced lighting to support a safe and healthy learning environmCity response (Department of Education): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Complete funding to DSNY to develop and release of a RFP for the recently landmarked DSNY Complete funding to DSNY to develop and release of a RFP for the recently landmarked DSNY building at 128 West 17th Street, aka, Former Colored School No 4. The recently landmarked building at 128 West 17th Street is a communal asset, and the way to commemorate its legacy is to bring life back to the building. We request that DSNY, with input from CB4 and other stakeholders, issue an RFP with theCity response (Department of Sanitation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 2Assign additional building inspectors (including expanding training programs)Provide funding to establish a coordinated inspection and reporting team to evaluate the structural stability of landmarked buildings and properties within historic districts prior to any alteration, construction, or redevelopment. This coordinated effort should ensure that inspections are jointly reviewed and findings are formally reported to the Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC), ManhattanCity response (Department of Buildings): The agency does not understand the request as written and requires more clarification.
priority 2Other capital budget request for DOHMHExpand funding to Ryan Chelsea-Clinton Health Center at 645 10th Avenue for needed additional space to provide needed mental health services.City 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)Fund the renovation and construction of the bathrooms at the following parks: Dewitt Clinton Park - West 52/54 from 11/12 Ave, Mathews-Palmer Park - 445 W 45th St, Chelsea Park - 450 West 27th Street, and Clement Clarke Moore Park- 10th Ave and W22nd St. Without new and updated bathrooms these parks can not live up to their potential nor can they support the need.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Other capital budget request for HPDProvide adequate capital subsidy for the HPD development at the NYCHA Harborview Terrace site located at West 55 Street and 10th Avenue and designate a developer from the most recent RFP process.City response (Department of Housing Preservation & Development): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Other expense budget request for DOEExpand funding for the Office of Technology and Innovation to provide reliable high-speed wi-fi in all schools and maintain student technology (laptops, tablets, software, etc). Even though schools continue to receive funding for computer carts and mobile devices from local elected officials, the buildings' internet/wi-fi infrastructure is often inadequate to support the use of these devices.City response (Department of Education): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 2Renovate interior building componentContinue to fund upgrades and or replace student and staff bathrooms and water fountains that are past their functional lifespan or need significant repair/upgrades to touchless systems. In the following schools: LAB Middle School and NYC Museum School located at 333 W 17th Street and PS 212 Midtown West located at 328 West 48 Street.City response (Department of Education): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Reconstruct streetsReconstruct Ninth Avenue from West 34th Street to West 51st Street to complete the capital projects for sidewalk widening already underway. Implement neck downs on each street block directly to the East and West of Ninth Avenue.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 2Other park maintenance and safety requestsFund fixed post staff at Dewitt Clinton Park, Mathew Palmer Park, and Chelsea Park. The need for Parks staff is acute. The Parks M&O workforce is responsible for park maintenance and cleanliness.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Other capital budget request for HPDIncrease HPD funding and scope of the Emergency Repair Program (ERP) to ensure landlords do not allow their properties to deteriorate in special districts where demolition by neglect is prevalent.City response (Department of Housing Preservation & Development): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 2Renovate or upgrade public housing developmentsHarborview Terrace (525 West 55th Street, New York, NY 10019) - Prioritize funding for the following items: roof repair, boiler upgrade, new building entrance and emergency exit doors, and retiling of all building common areas.City response (Housing Authority): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Increase enforcement of illegal dumping lawsFund staffing for inspectors for illegal dumping summonses. Our CB district has topped out at 764 wastebaskets yet trash is constantly overflowing on our corners. The main culprit is illegal dumping and we need enforcement to deter violators and keep our streets clean.City response (Department of Sanitation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 2Other transit infrastructure requestsWork with MTA to design the West 41st and 10th Ave station for the # 7. And extend #7 to service additional communities.City response (Transit Authority): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 2Conduct traffic or parking studiesConduct a comprehensive study to prioritize intersections in most need of "daylighting" based on available crash data. The study should also establish a timeline for fixing these intersections.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 2Renovate interior building componentM408 Professional Performing Arts High School (PPAS) - 328 West 48th Street - The PTA's priority is to make school cafeteria ADA accessible and upgrade cafeteria restrooms.City response (Department of Education): This request has already been completed.
priority 2Other expense budget request for NYCHAEstablish a dedicated NYCHA unit to coordinate with the Department of Buildings on Facade Inspection Safety Program (FISP) compliance. The unit would oversee timely facade repairs and the removal of long-standing sidewalk sheds at the Fulton and Elliott-Chelsea Houses and other NYCHA sites in Community District 4. This request aims to end the cycle of permanent scaffolding caused by delayed repairCity response (Housing Authority): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Hire additional traffic enforcement agentsExpand funding to NYPD Manhattan Traffic Division to adequately enforce all traffic related violations including but not limited to cars, trucks, bikes, E-bikes, and mopeds.City response (Police Department): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 2Other community board facilities and staff requestsExpand funding to support all types of interpretation services for Community Boards.City response (Mayor's Office of Management and Budget): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 2Other capital budget request for DOEProvide funding to support technology upgrades at MCB4 schools including, PS11 (320 West 21 Street), PS33 (281 9th Avenue), PS51 (525 West 44th Street), PS111 (440 West 53rd Street) , PS212 (328 West 48th Street), LAB Middle School (333 West 17th Street) and Manhattan Business Academy (351 West 18th Street).City response (Department of Education): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 3Other expense budget request for DOBProvide continued funding and staffing support to complete the migration of the Department of Buildings' (DOB) legacy Building Information System (BIS) to the modern DOB NOW platform. While the project is currently funded, additional staff and consultant resources are needed to facilitate and finalize the system integration, ensuring full functionality, data accuracy, and public accessibility acroCity response (Department of Buildings): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 3Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Renovate McCaffrey Playground, including new play equipment, spray shower, greenery and drainage lines. W. 43rd Street, between 8th & 9th Avenues.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 3Other expense budget request for DOEExpand and baseline funding for licensed bilingual teachers and mental health professionals, with a priority for Title 1 Schools, schools with the highest number of Students in Temporary Housing, and schools admitting students from newly-arrived asylum/migrant families. This includes PS 51, at 525 West 44th Street; PS 111, at 440 West 53rd Street; and PS 212, at 328 West 48th Street.City response (Department of Education): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 3Renovate interior building componentContinue to fund security cameras in PS212, at 328 West 48th Street; PS111, at 440 West 53rd Street; PS51, at 525 West 44th Street; and PS33, at 281 9th Avenue.City response (Department of Education): This request has already been completed.
priority 3Roadway maintenance (resurfacing, trench restoration, etc.)Resurface 8th Avenue bike lane. The bike lane is very damaged with many potholes and the green paint and stripping is warn off.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 3Other park maintenance and safety requestsFund 2nd shift staff at DeWitt Clinton Park. DeWitt Clinton Park fields are permitted for sports play until the late evening making this park uniquely busy during the nighttime hours. Staff is needed to service the park during its most occupied hours and to keep the bathrooms open.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 3Other transit infrastructure requestsRelocate the M42 and M50 bus terminal and EV charger from Hudson River Park to the West Side Highway.City response (Transit Authority): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 3Conduct traffic or parking studiesStudy sidewalk capacity and pedestrian demand along 9th Avenue between 33rd and 51st Street. In particular, study space effectively allocated to pedestrians, sidewalk obstructions and pedestrian volumes resulting in a true pedestrian level of service. Align sidewalk with the northern and southern sections that have been widened to address congestion.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 3Renovate or upgrade a high schoolProvide funding for Auditorium Renovation at Manhattan Bridges High School located at 525 West 50th Street. This space serves 5 schools and 2,000 students. The dim lighting is dangerous, and the sound system does not work. There is no drop down screen for presentations.City response (Department of Education): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 3Other capital budget request for DPRIdentify a park to install solar lighting as part of a solar lighting pilot program. We recommend Penn South Playground which is set to undergo a full renovation.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 4Other expense budget request for DOEEnsure adequate expense funding for PS 33 to support the maintenance and implementation of capital improvements to mitigate the impacts of construction activities associated with the NYCHA Elliott-Chelsea Houses redevelopment.City response (Department of Education): Agency does not support and cannot accommodate
priority 4Other expense budget request for DPRProvide funding for Playground Associates to conduct recreation activities for children and help maintain playgrounds during the spring, summer and fall in the popular Kids in Motion program ($12.5K for 6 months includes supplies). Their recreation staff organize Family Fun Days, Outdoor Movie Nights, Tango Dance Programs, Senior Fitness Programs and more; while proving essential for successful paCity response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 4Other traffic improvement requestsProvide funding to install bike corrals at designated locations along 9th Avenue and certain cross streets.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 4Renovate or upgrade a high schoolProvide funding for the redesign of the school library at Business of Sports HS, located at 439 W.49th St. The current library is inadequate to meet the technical requirements that students need for their research.City response (Department of Education): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 4Reconstruct or upgrade a park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Fund the repair of the sidewalk at Gutenberg Playground located at West 49th Street between 9th and 10 Avenues. The sidewalk on the north side of 49th Street between Ninth and Tenth Aves in front of the Gutenberg Playground is dangerous and needs complete repair. The area in front of the playground floods regularly and is a series of numerous trip hazards.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 5Other street trees and forestry services requestsProvide funding for 46 forestry staff. The Parks Department prunes park and street trees on a seven year rotation. It is meant to improve tree health and ensure pedestrian safety from low or dangerous tree limbs. However, seven years is too long between pruning to ensure trees do not become hazards and are kept as healthy as possible given the difficult growth environment many street trees face.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 5Provide new bike lanesAdd crosstown bike lanes and widen existing ones.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 5Renovate or upgrade an elementary schoolProvide funding to make P.S. 111 School, at 440 West 53rd Street, gymnasium and auditorium ADA accessible. This would allow people with limited mobility to access the gym and auditorium for events.City response (Department of Education): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 5Provide a new or expanded park or amenity (i.e. playground, outdoor athletic field)Fund the renovation and construction of Gertrude Kelly Playground with updated playground equipment including a new and better spray shower, fencing and plantings. West side of 8th Avenue between 16th & 17th Streets.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 6Other expense budget request for DPRProvide funding for 15 GreenThumb staff and supplies.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 6Other traffic improvement requestsImplement a busway on 42nd Street - End to end.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 6Renovate or upgrade an elementary schoolProvide Funding to complete roof top garden at P.S.51, at 525 West 44th Street.City response (Department of Education): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 6Provide a new, or new expansion to, a building in a parkInclude a child-friendly bathroom in the Penn South Playground upcoming renovation.City response (Department of Parks and Recreation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 7Improve traffic and pedestrian safety, including traffic calmingStudy and fix dangerous intersections in the district where vehicles conflict with pedestrians and bicycles, including those at West 42nd Street and Dyer Avenue, West 42nd Street and 11th Avenue, and make upgrades to those at W 42nd Street and 9th Avenue and West 15th Street and 6th Avenue.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 7Renovate or upgrade a middle or intermediate schoolLab Middle School located at 333 West 17th Street - Provide funding to the schools top capital priority of replacing all doors and locks on classrooms on the 1st and 4th floors.City response (Department of Education): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 7Other expense budget request for DOTMaintain and upgrade of bike and pedestrian infrastructure per our inventory.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 8Renovate or upgrade an elementary schoolProvide funding to to support facility modifications at PS 51 (525 West 44th Street), PS 33 (281 9th Avenue), and PS 11 (320 West 21st Street) to ensure compliance with the new State mandate to reduce class sizes by the 2028-29 school year. Proposed work includes the removal of non-load-bearing walls and the creation of additional classroom space to accommodate smaller class sizes.City response (Department of Education): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 8Conduct traffic or parking studiesConduct Study of Protected Bike Lane extension on 11th Avenue from West 23rd to West 38th Streets.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 9Renovate or upgrade a high schoolProvide funding to renovate the High School for Enviromental Studies at 444 West 56 StreetCity response (Department of Education): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 9Other traffic improvement requestsInstall vertical separations along the 11th Avenue bike lane to prevent vehicles from driving in the bike lane. There are not enough parked cars to create a protective barrier. Install bollards at the 44th, 45th, and 46th Street intersections to prevent cars from entering and driving in the bike lane on 11th Avenue.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports but cannot accommodate
priority 10Provide new traffic or pedestrian signalsImplement safety measures at Dyer Avenue and 42nd street (signage and signal timing).City response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 11Improve traffic and pedestrian safety, including traffic calmingAdjust signal timing on 9th Avenue on both avenue and cross streets to reduce gridlock and create a Green Wave for cyclists and pedestrians. - 9th Avenue West 34 Street to West 42nd Street and 11th Avenue West 40 Street to West 47 Street.City response (Department of Transportation): This request has already been completed.
priority 12Other traffic improvement requestsAdd vertical bollards and cement blocks to prevent cars from using the neckdown. NW corner of West 31st Street and 8th Avenue.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 13Other expense budget request for DOTInstall bus Shelters on West 23rd Street and at six locations in the district.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 14Other expense budget request for DOTPer the Transportation Planning Committee's inventory of sidewalk pedestrain ramps and bus shelters in the district, fund the replacement and/or installation of 270 new code compliant pedestrian ramps.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 15Conduct traffic or parking studiesWith PANYNJ, study the redirection of traffic from Northbound Dyer Avenue to 11th avenue close to the Lincoln Tunnel entrance from West 34th, 35th and 36th street from Dyer Avenue Northbound.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 16Other expense budget request for DOTImplement safety measures at 11th Avenue and W30th and W29th streets.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 17Other expense budget request for DOTHire and train additional staff to inspect OpenDining.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 18Conduct traffic or parking studiesNormalize the West 30th Street and Dyer Avenue intersection to include four pedestrians crossings.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 19Address traffic congestionMake changes to 2 adjoining intersections: Route 9 & W.18th St., remove the No U-Turn sign in order to avoid turning at W.16th, a more congested street. Route 9 & W. 17th St., unsafe pedestrian crossing due to current signal cycle and aggressive southbound traffic exiting Chelsea Piers and W 17th St. Increase Green Signal time and provide a Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI) for pedestrians on the City response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 20Address traffic congestionResolve traffic congestion at the intersection of 9th Avenue and 15/16th Streets. Pedestrian crossing 16th Street conflict with turning cars creating traffic delays on 9th Avenue . The congestion slows down the M11 bus and exposes NYCHA residents to loud honking noises. Signal timing should be ajusted and a split phase signal installed.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 21Other expense budget request for DOTFix unsafe conditions on w 19th Street.City response (Department of Transportation): Agency supports and can accommodate
priority 22Reach the board
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