Community Planning Board 8 Applications Available From Borough President Scott Stringer's Office
Received the following information from Manhattan Borough President Scott Stringer's office advising that applications are available to serve as members of local community Planning Boards. In the case of Roosevelt Island - that would be Community Planning Board 8. From Mr. Stringer'office:
I am pleased to announce that my office is currently accepting applications to serve on Manhattan’s 12 community boards. Community boards are New York City’s most local level of government and serve a vital role in representing the needs and interests of our diverse neighborhoods. Community board members advise their elected officials on the City budget, land use, service delivery and a host of other issues that impact their neighborhood.
To learn more about the role of our community boards, please visit my website at www.mbpo.org. The application form for membership is attached, as well as a flyer advertising two community board information sessions that I am hosting on the following dates:
Wednesday, December 10th
6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
1 Centre Street, 19th Fl
Thursday, December 18th
6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
163 West 125th Street, Room 8A
For more information, please contact Shaan Khan, Director of Community Affairs and Constituent Services at (212) 669-4416 or skhan@manhattanbp.org, or Shanifah Rieara, Director of my Northern Manhattan Office, at (212) 531-3030 or srieara@manhattanbp.org.
I hope to see many of you at the upcoming information sessions.
What does a Community Planning Board do? Among other things Community Board 8 reviews and makes recommendations on applications for:
Zoning Text AmendmentsCommunity Planning Board 8 has a Roosevelt Island committee.
Building variances and special permits
Liquor licenses
Sidewalk cafes
Street Fairs
Changes to landmarked buildings or buildings in historic districts
The Community Board also monitors traffic and transportation issues, capital projects in the parks, economic development, public safety issues and the concerns of seniors and youth. The Community Board and the Board office work closely with city, state and federal elected officials; community groups; and other city agencies on these issues.
In addition to the work described above, every Community Board plays a role in the Citywide budget process. Each year, the board submits a "District Statement of Needs." Every Fall, the Budget Committee holds a public hearing to determine our priorities for the City's Capital and Expense Budgets. You are encouraged to attend! The District Statement of Needs is available online here and the Budget Priorities are available in the Board 8 Office.
The Roosevelt Island Committee addresses issues facing Roosevelt Island such as the protective seawall on the island and land lease that is held by New York State. This committee meets on an as needed basis
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