Brooklyn Community Board 11

Department of Parks and Recreation

Funding is requested to reconstruct Bensonhurst Park basketball and handball courts in the northwest quadrant of the park, with all new water service, seating areas, reconstruction of paths, drainage, and bottle filler water fountains.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 This request has already been funded.
2. Published June 30, 2026 This request has already been funded. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Parks and Recreation

Increase funding allocations for additional Park Enforcement Police to enhance park safety throughout our district parks.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 The agency recommends funding this budget request, but at this time the availability of funds is uncertain. OMB supports the agency's position.
2. Published June 30, 2026 The agency recommends funding this budget request, but at this time the availability of funds is uncertain. OMB supports the agency's position. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Parks and Recreation

Initiate study and planning for long term coastal protections due to tidal surge and wave action on the Shore Parkway Promenade from Bay 8th Street across Bay Parkway. This area from Bay Parkway to Bay 8th Street floods during high tides and storms. Infrastructure needs to be protected as well as evacuation routes. The current state of good repair project does not address long term needs.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 Please contact the relevant Agency/Covered Organization after the release of the Adopted Budget for further details concerning this request.
2. Published June 30, 2026 Please contact the relevant Agency/Covered Organization after the release of the Adopted Budget for further details concerning this request. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Parks and Recreation

Increase funding for seasonal and permanent Maintenance and Recreation Workers. The parks in Community Board 11 are fully utilized and additional maintenance and recreation workers are needed to address increased trash and litter.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 The agency recommends funding this budget request, but at this time the availability of funds is uncertain. OMB supports the agency's position.
2. Published June 30, 2026 The agency recommends funding this budget request, but at this time the availability of funds is uncertain. OMB supports the agency's position. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Parks and Recreation

Initiate study and planning of the open space along the Belt Parkway from Bay Parkway to Bay 8th Street to mitigate storm surge and be more resilient in order to protect infrastructure and property. The open space along the Belt Parkway should be utilized to absorb seawater to protect infrastructure and property. Currently the open space consists of dead grass and dirt. Native plantings and progressive planning would increase absorption and improve resiliency.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 Please contact the relevant Agency/Covered Organization after the release of the Adopted Budget for further details concerning this request.
2. Published June 30, 2026 Please contact the relevant Agency/Covered Organization after the release of the Adopted Budget for further details concerning this request. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Parks and Recreation

Funding for additional pruners and climbers boroughwide to improve Forestry Operations.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 The agency has stated that they will try to accommodate this request with existing resources. OMB supports this.
2. Published June 30, 2026 The agency has stated that they will try to accommodate this request with existing resources. OMB supports this. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Parks and Recreation

Funding is requested to restore water service to the southern side of Bensonhurst Park and completely reconstruct two baseball fields, dugouts, and bleachers.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 The agency recommends funding this budget request, but at this time the availability of funds is uncertain. OMB supports the agency's position.
2. Published June 30, 2026 The agency recommends funding this budget request, but at this time the availability of funds is uncertain. OMB supports the agency's position. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Parks and Recreation

Increase funding for additional personnel to conduct rat abatement. With increased garbage and litter there has been an increase in the amount of rat sightings in our parks.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 The agency recommends funding this budget request, but at this time the availability of funds is uncertain. OMB supports the agency's position.
2. Published June 30, 2026 The agency recommends funding this budget request, but at this time the availability of funds is uncertain. OMB supports the agency's position. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Parks and Recreation

Funding is requested to reconstruct Bath Beach Park's basketball and handball courts.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 The agency recommends funding this budget request, but at this time the availability of funds is uncertain. OMB supports the agency's position.
2. Published June 30, 2026 The agency recommends funding this budget request, but at this time the availability of funds is uncertain. OMB supports the agency's position. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Parks and Recreation

Funding for the renovation of Garibaldi Playground. Reconstruct playground including drainage, sidewalks, new paving, fencing, play equipment for all ages and abilities, safety surfaces, interactive spray shower, trees, landscaping, fencing, seating, accessibility, and new electric service for comfort station.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 The agency agrees with this request, but the funding decision follows a different budget process (i.e., RFP, local level decision)
2. Published June 30, 2026 The agency agrees with this request, but the funding decision follows a different budget process (i.e., RFP, local level decision) This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Parks and Recreation

Funding is requested for the reconstruction of the Bensonhurst Park ballfields in the southern quadrant of the park with all new water service, spray showers, seating areas, bottle filler water stations, restrooms , and dog run.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 The agency recommends funding this budget request, but at this time the availability of funds is uncertain. OMB supports the agency's position.
2. Published June 30, 2026 The agency recommends funding this budget request, but at this time the availability of funds is uncertain. OMB supports the agency's position. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Parks and Recreation

Funding is requested for the renovation of Benson Playground including swings, all new play equipment for all ages and abilities, pavement drainage, safety surfaces, flagpole, new water service, security lighting, landscaping, benches, total refurbishment of comfort station.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 The agency recommends funding this budget request, but at this time the availability of funds is uncertain. OMB supports the agency's position.
2. Published June 30, 2026 The agency recommends funding this budget request, but at this time the availability of funds is uncertain. OMB supports the agency's position. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Parks and Recreation

Funding is requested to replace the sidewalks along the 17th Avenue Court portion of Bath Beach Playground

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 The agency recommends funding this budget request, but at this time the availability of funds is uncertain. OMB supports the agency's position.
2. Published June 30, 2026 The agency recommends funding this budget request, but at this time the availability of funds is uncertain. OMB supports the agency's position. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Parks and Recreation

Bath Playground is a jointly operated playground that serves the community and Joseph B. Cavallaro Junior High School. Funding is needed for the complete reconstruction of the playground area with all new equipment and safety surfaces. Convert the multi-purpose play area into a synthetic turf area and reconstruct the basketball and handball courts adjacent to the school.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 The agency recommends funding this budget request, but at this time the availability of funds is uncertain. OMB supports the agency's position.
2. Published June 30, 2026 The agency recommends funding this budget request, but at this time the availability of funds is uncertain. OMB supports the agency's position. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Parks and Recreation

Funding is requested for the complete reconstruction of Bealin Square including new permeable pavement, sidewalks and new sitting areas.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 This request has already been funded.
2. Published June 30, 2026 This request has already been funded. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Parks and Recreation

Funding is requested for upgrades to Milestone Park that Include new pavements, seating areas and landscaping.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 The agency recommends funding this budget request, but at this time the availability of funds is uncertain. OMB supports the agency's position.
2. Published June 30, 2026 The agency recommends funding this budget request, but at this time the availability of funds is uncertain. OMB supports the agency's position. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Transportation

New Utrecht Avenue within the confines of Community Board 11 is a wholly commercially zoned corridor located under the elevated train. This segment is in need of reconstruction, which includes additional security lighting, benches, bike racks and resurfacing of the existing cement roadway.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports and can accommodate Explanation: This scope will be completed as part of a already-funded capital project (HWKNUAV)
2. Published June 30, 2026 This project is included in the Ten-Year Plan. This answer reads differently from the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Transportation

Allocate funding for Vision Zero messaging through the banner program on priory corridors and high crash locations.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports and can accommodate Explanation: We have begun the installation of such banners.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports and can accommodate Explanation: We have begun the installation of such banners. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Transportation

Initiative study to relocate the Shore Parkway bike lane to the North side of the street. This segment needs to be made safer for bicyclists and e-scooters to prevent injuries and crashes.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: This proposal is not feasible due to the location of the highway ramps.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: This proposal is not feasible due to the location of the highway ramps. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Transportation

Initiate study to determine the feasibility of installing electronic signage to alert oncoming motorists of flooding conditions at the entrances to the Belt Parkway entrances within CB 11.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: This is not a budget request but please reach out to us with further detail and we can investigate.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: This is not a budget request but please reach out to us with further detail and we can investigate. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Transportation

Fund study and initiate the widening of sidewalks at the Bay Parkway bulkhead or install bollards to create additional open space for pedestrians and bicyclists.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: This request is not under consideration.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency’s position. This answer reads differently from the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Transportation

Funding is requested for the next phase of trench restorations.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support but can address the need alternatively Explanation: DOT is not planning on funding projects solely based on trench restorations. We will be working on initiating state of repair street reconstruction projects that include trench restorations.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support but can address the need alternatively Explanation: DOT is not planning on funding projects solely based on trench restorations. We will be working on initiating state of repair street reconstruction projects that include trench restorations. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Transportation

Relocate eastbound Belt Parkway entrance from Bay Parkway easterly. With increased population, vehicular traffic, and more bicyclists, planning needs to be initiated to allow access to east bound Belt Parkway to reduce bottlenecking and confusion at the intersection of Shore Parkway and Bay Parkway. Presently, vehicles cannot enter the eastbound Belt Parkway upon exiting the shopping centers on Shore Parkway.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: This request is not under consideration.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: This request is not under consideration. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Transportation

Fund citywide concrete curbing program for commercial and multiple dwelling properties.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 Sidewalks are the responsibility of the adjacent property owner. For curb repair, please submit specific locations to the Borough Commissioner for review. For Pedestrian Ramps, the Adopted Budget includes a Citywide allocation. Specific locations are determined by DOT.
2. Published June 30, 2026 Sidewalks are the responsibility of the adjacent property owner. For curb repair, please submit specific locations to the Borough Commissioner for review. For Pedestrian Ramps, the Adopted Budget includes a Citywide allocation. Specific locations are determined by DOT. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Transportation

Allocate funding for the installation of pedestrian countdown clocks at various intersections within Community Board 11.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports and can accommodate Explanation: We are rolling these out citywide over time.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports and can accommodate Explanation: We are rolling these out citywide over time. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Transportation

Allocate funding for the expanded installation of bus countdown clocks at various locations within Community Board 11.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports but cannot accommodate Explanation: NYC DOT currently does not have the capacity to install real time passenger information (RTPI) signs at additional bus stops. We are working to initiate a new contract to develop a next generation RTPI that could be installed at new locations. We will prioritize sign locations based on relevant factors, such as ridership and our Priority Investment Areas, NYC DOT's equity-focused prioritization framework, and expect to identify locations in all of the city's community districts. Please note that not all locations are feasible due to sub-surface interference or other existing conditions.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports but cannot accommodate Explanation: NYC DOT currently does not have the capacity to install real time passenger information (RTPI) signs at additional bus stops. We are working to initiate a new contract to develop a next generation RTPI that could be installed at new locations. We will prioritize sign locations based on relevant factors, such as ridership and our Priority Investment Areas, NYC DOT's equity-focused prioritization framework, and expect to identify locations in all of the city's community districts. Please note that not all locations are feasible due to sub-surface interference or other existing conditions. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Transportation

Funding is requested for additional leading pedestrian interval intersections throughout the district.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports and can accommodate Explanation: We are rolling these out citywide over time.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports and can accommodate Explanation: We are rolling these out citywide over time. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Transportation

Initiate study to determine the feasibility of installing electronic signage at the entrances to the Belt Parkway to alert motorists of flooding conditions. Due to the topography of the entrance ramps at Bay Parkway and Bay 8th Street motorists cannot see the conditions of the roadway until they have entered the Belt Parkway. Advance warning signs would alert motorists to flooding conditions.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: This is not a budget request but please reach out to us with further detail and we can investigate.
2. Published June 30, 2026 This is not a budget request. This answer reads differently from the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Transportation

Funding is requested to improve lighting and install pigeon deterrents underneath the Bay Parkway underpass. over the Belt Parkway The underneath of this bridge is open ad serves as a roosting spot for pigeons and unsanitary conditions.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support but can address the need alternatively Explanation: This is not a budget request. Please reach out with specific locations of concern and we can ask our Street Lighting team to investigate further. Please note that we generally no longer use the referenced pigeon deterrents due to ineffectiveness.
2. Published June 30, 2026 This is not a budget request. This answer reads differently from the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Transportation

Funding for city-owned sidewalk replacement and widening on the east side of Bay Parkway between Shore Parkway and WB Shore Parkway Service Road.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 Sidewalks are the responsibility of the adjacent property owner. For curb repair, please submit specific locations to the Borough Commissioner for review. For Pedestrian Ramps, the Adopted Budget includes a Citywide allocation. Specific locations are determined by DOT.
2. Published June 30, 2026 Sidewalks are the responsibility of the adjacent property owner. For curb repair, please submit specific locations to the Borough Commissioner for review. For Pedestrian Ramps, the Adopted Budget includes a Citywide allocation. Specific locations are determined by DOT. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Transportation

Funding is requested to increase lighting under the elevated tracks on New Utrecht Avenue. This segment is very dark and additional lighting will increase visibility.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports and can accommodate Explanation: DOT has a capital reconstruction project along New Utrecht Ave (HWKNUAV) that is scheduled to begin construction in FY27
2. Published June 30, 2026 This project is included in the ten-year plan. This answer reads differently from the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Environmental Protection

Fund study to determine the feasibility of installing a tidal gate at the 17th Avenue combined sewer outfall (OH-15) to prevent high tide washout of sewage into Gravesend Bay, as well as seawater flowing back into the streets.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: PLEASE CONTACT THE AGENCY DIRECTLY AND PROMPTLY FOR MORE INFORMATION.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: PLEASE CONTACT THE AGENCY DIRECTLY AND PROMPTLY FOR MORE INFORMATION. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Environmental Protection

The area bounded by Shore Parkway to Benson Avenue and Bay Parkway to 26th Avenue, following Hurricane Sandy has experienced street flooding during heavy rains. A study should be initiated to determine the cause of this new issue.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: PLEASE CONTACT THE AGENCY DIRECTLY AND PROMPTLY FOR MORE INFORMATION.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: PLEASE CONTACT THE AGENCY DIRECTLY AND PROMPTLY FOR MORE INFORMATION. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Environmental Protection

Funding is requested to implement a scheduled maintenance program for catch basins located on streets that model moderate and extreme flooding on the NYC Storm Water Flood Maps.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: PLEASE CONTACT THE AGENCY DIRECTLY AND PROMPTLY FOR MORE INFORMATION.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: PLEASE CONTACT THE AGENCY DIRECTLY AND PROMPTLY FOR MORE INFORMATION. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Environmental Protection

Fund study and planning to address possible faults of Regulator 9A., or other conveyance defects. Strong sewer odors are escaping the vault, which are permeating the Bath Beach community.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: PLEASE CONTACT THE AGENCY DIRECTLY AND PROMPTLY FOR MORE INFORMATION.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: PLEASE CONTACT THE AGENCY DIRECTLY AND PROMPTLY FOR MORE INFORMATION. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Environmental Protection

Bay Parkway between Bath Avenue and 86th Street has multiple cave-ins, raised manholes and the center of the roadway is depressed. This location may be in need of a trench restoration project; however, this location needs to be identified and prioritized to address roadway conditions.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: PLEASE CONTACT THE AGENCY DIRECTLY AND PROMPTLY FOR MORE INFORMATION.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: PLEASE CONTACT THE AGENCY DIRECTLY AND PROMPTLY FOR MORE INFORMATION. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Environmental Protection

Initiate study for streetscape improvements to Cropsey Avenue between 26th Avenue to Bay Parkway. The center median, which is concrete with tree plantings, should be studied to determine the feasibility of green infrastructure and plantings to increase storm water absorption.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: PLEASE CONTACT THE AGENCY DIRECTLY AND PROMPTLY FOR MORE INFORMATION.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: PLEASE CONTACT THE AGENCY DIRECTLY AND PROMPTLY FOR MORE INFORMATION. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Environmental Protection

Provide funding to study the removal of permeable surfaces for illegal front yard parking and the amount of storm water that could be diverted from the system thereby preventing combined sewer overflows.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: PLEASE CONTACT THE AGENCY DIRECTLY AND PROMPTLY FOR MORE INFORMATION.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: PLEASE CONTACT THE AGENCY DIRECTLY AND PROMPTLY FOR MORE INFORMATION. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Environmental Protection

Funding is requested to initiate study to determine the cause and remediation of chronic strong sewer odors on 14th Avenue between 84th and 86th Streets.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: PLEASE CONTACT THE AGENCY DIRECTLY AND PROMPTLY FOR MORE INFORMATION.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: PLEASE CONTACT THE AGENCY DIRECTLY AND PROMPTLY FOR MORE INFORMATION. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Environmental Protection

Initiate study and planning to address the new flooding issue on Bay Parkway and Shore Parkway.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: PLEASE CONTACT THE AGENCY DIRECTLY AND PROMPTLY FOR MORE INFORMATION.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: PLEASE CONTACT THE AGENCY DIRECTLY AND PROMPTLY FOR MORE INFORMATION. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Environmental Protection

Study and planning to reconstruct Shore Parkway from Bay 20th Street to Bay 8th Street. This segment of the roadway has cave-ins along the sewer-line in the center roadway. While televising has been completed, planning needs to be initiated to address flooding, drainage and roadway integrity. Capital Project SE883, addresses the area of Shore Parkway from 21 Avenue to Bay 20th Street.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: PLEASE CONTACT THE AGENCY DIRECTLY AND PROMPTLY FOR MORE INFORMATION.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: PLEASE CONTACT THE AGENCY DIRECTLY AND PROMPTLY FOR MORE INFORMATION. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Environmental Protection

Funding is requested for trunk water main replacement.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: PLEASE CONTACT THE AGENCY DIRECTLY AND PROMPTLY FOR MORE INFORMATION.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: PLEASE CONTACT THE AGENCY DIRECTLY AND PROMPTLY FOR MORE INFORMATION. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Environmental Protection

19th Avenue between Bath Avenue and Cropsey Avenue, has multiple cave-ins, raised manholes and the center of the roadway is depressed. Multiple Corrective Action Reports have been filed with no resolution.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: PLEASE CONTACT THE AGENCY DIRECTLY AND PROMPTLY FOR MORE INFORMATION.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: PLEASE CONTACT THE AGENCY DIRECTLY AND PROMPTLY FOR MORE INFORMATION. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Sanitation

Increase funding for motorized litter patrols throughout the district.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 Due to fiscal constraints, the availability of funds is uncertain.
2. Published June 30, 2026 Due to fiscal constraints, the availability of funds is uncertain. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Sanitation

Provide funding for additional split tour (10AM-2PM) basket truck along the commercial strips within Community Board 11. Current collection times do not prevent overflowing baskets and rodent infestations

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 Due to fiscal constraints, the availability of funds is uncertain.
2. Published June 30, 2026 Due to fiscal constraints, the availability of funds is uncertain. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Sanitation

Allocate funding for dedicated enforcement agents for the district to monitor the illegal dumping, sidewalk obstructions along the commercial corridors, and would ensure that there is adequate coverage to enforce residential and commercial routing times.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 Due to fiscal constraints, the availability of funds is uncertain.
2. Published June 30, 2026 Due to fiscal constraints, the availability of funds is uncertain. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Sanitation

Allocate additional manpower to address "work left out" in the district. Garbage that is not collected attract litter, dumping and rodents.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 Due to fiscal constraints, the availability of funds is uncertain.
2. Published June 30, 2026 Due to fiscal constraints, the availability of funds is uncertain. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Sanitation

Allocate funding for dedicated 12AM - 8AM broom Our community has commercial and manufacturing areas that have overnight street cleaning regulations. The dedicated broom would provide cleaning services on a daily basis and could provide additional cleaning service to the commercial corridors.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 Due to fiscal constraints, the availability of funds is uncertain.
2. Published June 30, 2026 Due to fiscal constraints, the availability of funds is uncertain. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Sanitation

Funding for additional enforcement agents. Litter is an ongoing complaint received by Community Board 11. To keep litter from entering our waterways and surrounding beaches, enforcement of existing litter laws need to be enforced.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 Due to fiscal constraints, the availability of funds is uncertain.
2. Published June 30, 2026 Due to fiscal constraints, the availability of funds is uncertain. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Sanitation

Expand E-Waste curbside collection to prevent illegal dumping and the safe disposal of electronics.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 Due to fiscal constraints, the availability of funds is uncertain.
2. Published June 30, 2026 Due to fiscal constraints, the availability of funds is uncertain. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Sanitation

Currently the unit is staffed with 40 sanitation police officers citywide. Additional manpower is needed to address the unlicensed general vendors and mobile food vendors.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 Due to fiscal constraints, the availability of funds is uncertain.
2. Published June 30, 2026 Due to fiscal constraints, the availability of funds is uncertain. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Economic Development Corporation

Funding is requested for the Graffiti Removal Program.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 For more information, please contact the agency.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency’s position. This answer reads differently from the one published May 12, 2026.

Economic Development Corporation

Initiate study for ferry service from the Bay Parkway Landing. With increased development along the waterfront of CB 11 and neighboring waterfront communities, a study should be initiated to provide alternative transportation modes. Residents currently have a 47 minute commute. Ferry service could provide alternative transportation service especially during during emergencies, to provide economic development opportunities, reduce congestion on our roadways and provide recreational access to our waterfront.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports but cannot accommodate Explanation: We are exploring all possibilities for for ferry as part of our ferry forward initiative
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency’s position. This answer reads differently from the one published May 12, 2026.

Economic Development Corporation

Power washing for commercial corridors

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 For more information, please contact the agency.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency’s position. This answer reads differently from the one published May 12, 2026.

Police Department

Increase patrol strength of the 62nd Precinct.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 Further investigation of this request is needed. Contact the agency.
2. Published June 30, 2026 Further investigation of this request is needed. Contact the agency. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Police Department

Funding is requested to enhance truck enforcement. Presently the truck enforcement unit is understaffed and cannot address the increased amount of truck traffic on our streets. Trucks strikes are common on the Belt Parkway at the 17th Avenue overpass and occur weekly underneath the 86th Street elevated train structure.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 Further investigation of this request is needed. Contact the agency.
2. Published June 30, 2026 Further investigation of this request is needed. Contact the agency. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Police Department

Funding is requested for additional traffic enforcement agents on the midnight tour to enforce commercial overnight parking

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 Further investigation is required. Contact the agency.
2. Published June 30, 2026 Further investigation is required. Contact the agency. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of City Planning

Initiate comprehensive review of the district to assess the need for additional core services. With increased as-of-right development and population, data is needed to determine if our infrastructure and core services can support additional population growth.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 Further investigation is required. Contact the agency.
2. Published June 30, 2026 Further investigation is required. Contact the agency. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of City Planning

Funding is requested to formally quantify properties who illegally use the front yard for vehicle parking in the Bensonhurst and Gravesend West NTA's. These NTA's have a HVI of 4 and would benefit from tree plantings, which will not occur in front of these properties regardless of legality.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 The request does not seem to be applicable to the Responsible Agency. OMB cannot make a determination at this time.
2. Published June 30, 2026 The request does not seem to be applicable to the Responsible Agency. OMB cannot make a determination at this time. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

Additional resources are needed to address animal and pest control requests including reducing rat populations. There has been an increase in the amount of rat sightings within the district especially along commercial corridors.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 Further investigation is required. Contact the agency.
2. Published June 30, 2026 Further investigation is required. Contact the agency. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

Funding is requested to formally quantify properties who illegally use the front yard for vehicle parking in the Bensonhurst and Gravesend West NTA's. These NTA's have a HVI of 4 and would benefit from tree plantings, which will not occur in front of these properties regardless of legality.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 The request does not seem to be applicable to the Responsible Agency. OMB cannot make a determination at this time.
2. Published June 30, 2026 The request does not seem to be applicable to the Responsible Agency. OMB cannot make a determination at this time. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Housing Preservation & Development

Allocate additional funding for H.P.D. Code Enforcers. Funding is needed for additional personnel to inspect citizen complaints.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 Funding and/or headcount was recently added. OMB supports the agency's position as follows:
2. Published June 30, 2026 The Adopted Budget includes a city-wide allocation for this work. Specific locations are determined by the Agency. This answer reads differently from the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Housing Preservation & Development

Increase Community Development Funding for Housing Programs. Housing stock in area has deteriorated. To keep landlords from abandoning buildings, funding is needed for loans to rehabilitate their properties.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports but cannot accommodate Explanation: Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding is subject to annual Congressional budget appropriations. HPD does not have the authority to increase the budget made available by HUD to the City, which is managed by the Office of Management and Budget. With the City and HPD receiving less CDBG dollars over the last few funding cycles, the Agency can only adequately fund its current CDBG initiatives at this time.
2. Published June 30, 2026 Further investigation is required. Contact the agency. This answer reads differently from the one published May 12, 2026.

Fire Department

Increase headcount of firefighters.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports and can accommodate Explanation: FDNY is planning to maximize Firefighter and EMT hiring in FY27.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports and can accommodate Explanation: FDNY is planning to maximize Firefighter and EMT hiring in FY27. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Human Resources Administration

COVID-19 has exposed the need for additional food and the financial needs of our local food pantries. There is a need to enhance the resources for those who are food insecure and bolster the resources to our non-profit providers.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 Further study by the agency of this request is needed. Therefore, OMB does not take any position.
2. Published June 30, 2026 Further study by the agency of this request is needed. Therefore, OMB does not take any position. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.