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2016

January

January 07, 6:00 PM

Landmarks Land Use Committee Meeting

NYPD/78th Precinct
65 6th Avenue
Brooklyn, New York 11217

Agenda:

  • Public Hearing on 248 Flatbush Avenue (BSA Cal. No. 134-15-BZ).
  • Discussion and formulation of a recommendation on an application submitted to the Board of Standards and Appeals on behalf of Cinderella 248, LLC for a special permit pursuant to Zoning Resolution Section 73-36 to permit the operation of a Physical Culture Establishment in the existing building at 248 Flatbush Avenue (Block 936, Lot 12), between St. Marks Place and Prospect Place, which is located in an R7A/C2-4 zoning district.
  • Presentation and review of a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for a one-story rear yard extension and rooftop railings at 69A 7th Avenue (between Lincoln/Berkeley Places), Park Slope Historic District.
  • Presentation and review of a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for replacement of existing rear yard addition with full building length rear extension, and restoration of front facade including replacement windows, front entranceway, stoop, and ironwork at 165 DeGraw Street (between Hicks Street/Cheever Place), Cobble Hill Historic District.
  • Presentation and review of a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for the rooftop installation of an elevated canopy solar energy system at 202 Warren Street (between Clinton/Henry Streets), Cobble Hill Historic District.

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January 11, 6:30 PM

Economic/Waterfront/Community Development & Housing

Cobble Hill Health Center
380 Henry Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201

Agenda:

  • Presentation and discussion with representatives for the Department of Housing Preservation and Development and the Carroll Gardens Association, Inc. on a proposal (CEQR #15HPD085K) to amend a previously approved project, including an amended Land Disposition Agreement and Urban Development Area Action Plan that would allow the sale of an approximately 1,991 square foot vacant lot and its subsequent redevelopment as a four unit residential building at 163 Columbia Street (between Kane/DeGraw Streets).
  • Presentation and discussion with representatives for the Carroll Gardens Association, Inc. on the organizing and Development of a child care worker cooperative for the Carroll Gardens, Cobble Hill and Columbia Waterfront that would provide training to nannies on such topics as Domestic Worker Rights, business Development, worker cooperative Development, and other skills related to the child care profession.

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January 13, 6:30 PM

General Board Meeting

John Jay Educational Campus
237 7th Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11215


January 20

Parks/Recreation/Cultural Affairs

Not scheduled.


January 21

Transportation/Public Safety Committee

Not scheduled.


January 25, 6:30 PM

Environmental Protection/Permits & Licenses Committee Meeting

Prospect Park YMCA
357 9th Street
Brooklyn, NY

Agenda:

  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of A & E Supply Corp. at 548 4th Avenue (between 14th/15th Streets).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Union Investor LLC at 645-651 Union Street (between 3rd /4th Avenues).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of 421 Bond Inc at 421 Bond Street (between 3rd /4th Streets).

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January 27, 6:30 PM

Youth/Human Services & Education Committee Meeting

Cobble Hill Health Center
380 Henry Street
Brooklyn, NY

Agenda:

  • Update and discussion with representatives for NYU Langone on their current operation and future plans for their NYU Langone Cobble Hill medical facility at Atlantic Avenue and Hicks Street.
  • Planning discussion on Spring 2016 youth event.

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January 28, 6:00 PM

Landmarks Land Use Committee Meeting

Cobble Hill Community Room
250 Baltic Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201

Agenda:

  • Presentation and review of a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for a one-story rear yard extension and rooftop railings at 69A 7th Avenue (between Lincoln/Berkeley Places), Park Slope Historic District.
  • Presentation and review of a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for a two-story rear yard extension with deck at 620 6th Street (between 8th Avenue/Prospect Park West), Park Slope Historic District.

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February

February 8, 6:30 PM

Executive Committee Meeting

NYPD/76th Precinct
191 Union Street
(between Hicks/Henry Streets)
Brooklyn, NY 11231

  • Board member attendance review.
  • Review and discussion of proposed policy and protocols for processing street co-naming requests.
  • Review and discussion of City Council Intro 1046-2016, a local law to amend the New York City Charter, in relation to posting information about community board members online.
  • Other business.

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February 10, 6:30 PM

General Board Meeting

P.S. 32 Auditorium
317 Hoyt Street
Brooklyn, NY 11231


February 15

Economic/Waterfront/Community Development & Housing

Not scheduled.


February 17

Parks/Recreation/Cultural Affairs

Not scheduled.


February 18, 6:30 PM

Transportation Public Safety Committee Meeting

NYCHA Miccio Center
110 West 9th Street
(between Clinton/Henry Streets)
Brooklyn, NY 11231

Agenda:

  • Presentation and discussion with representatives for the Civilian Complaint Review Board (CCRB), a city agency that investigates and mediates complaints filed against police officers.
  • Presentation and review of a proposal by the Department of Transportation to install temporary seasonal seating in the parking lane in front of 63 5th Avenue (southeast corner St. Marks/5th Avenues), under the City's Street Seats program.
  • Presentation and update from representatives for the Economic Development Corporation on the Citywide Ferry Service plan, with particular emphasis on the City's further investigation into Red Hook site locations for ferry stops.

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February 22, 6:30 PM

Environmental Protection/ Permits & Licenses Committee Meeting

NYPD/78 Precinct
65 6th Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11217

Agenda:

  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of DDC & Sykes, LLC at 67 4th Avenue (between Bergen Street/Saint Marks Place).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Haramoto Group LLC at 206 Garfield Place (between 7th Avenue/Polhemus Place).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of 2.0 Dining LLC at 224 4th Avenue (between Union/President Streets).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of 480 Union Street PB LLC at 480 Union Street (between Bond Street/Gowanus Canal Shoreline).
  • Presentation and review for the renewal of a current on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Prime Six Inc. at 242 Flatbush Avenue (between Bergen Street/6th Avenue).

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February 24, 6:30 PM

Youth/Human Services & Education Committee Meeting

76th Precinct
191 Union Street
Brooklyn, NY

Agenda:

  • Presentation and discussion with representatives for the Veterans Access to Benefits Project, a project of non-profit firm of New York Legal Assistance Group, which educates and assists veterans about the benefits that are available to them.
  • Continued discussion and planning of Spring 2016 Youth event.

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February 25, 6:00 PM

Landmarks Land Use Committee Meeting

Carroll Gardens Library
396 Clinton Street
Brooklyn, NY 11231

Agenda:

  • Presentation and continued review of a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for a two-story rear yard extension with deck at 620 6th Street (between 8th Avenue/Prospect Park West), Park Slope Historic District.
  • Presentation and continued review of a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for the legalization of window replacements at 624 11th Street (between 8th Avenue/Prospect Park West), Park Slope Historic District.
  • Presentation and continued review of a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for modifications the bulkhead design for a previously approved project at 469 Henry Street (between Kane/Degraw Street), Cobble Hill Historic District.
  • Presentation and continued review of a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for the installation of rooftop HVAC equipment at the Carroll Gardens Library, 396 Clinton Street (corner Union Street), Individual Landmark.

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March

March 7, 6:30 PM

Executive Committee

Cobble Hill Community Room
250 Baltic Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201

 Agenda:

  • Chairperson's nomination and ratification of First Vice Chairperson to fill existing vacancy for remainder of 2016 term.
  • Report from Youth/Human Services/Education Committee Chairs on the DOE proposal to truncate Brooklyn School for Global Studies at 284 Baltic Street from grades 6-12 to grades 9-12 school.
  • Other business.

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March 9, 6:30 PM 

General Board Meeting

Old First Reformed Church
729 Carroll Street
Brooklyn, NY 11215


March 17, 6:30 PM

Transportation/Public Safety Committee

P.S. 32 Auditorium
317 Hoyt Street
(between Union/President Streets)
Brooklyn, NY 11231

(Please Note this Meeting has been canceled)

Agenda:

  • Presentation and discussion with representatives for the Department of Transportation on a proposed Capital project to replace the Union Street Bridge over the Gowanus Canal.

March 21

Economic/Waterfront/Community Development & Housing

Not scheduled.


March 23, 6:30 PM 

Youth/Human Services & Education Committee

Cobble Hill Community Room
250 Baltic Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201

 Agenda:

  • Presentation and discussion with a representative for the School Construction Authority on their upcoming Capital Plan, with specific emphasis on projects and needs in School District's 13 & 15.
  • Continued discussion and planning of Spring 2016 Youth event.

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March 24, 6:00 PM

Landmarks Land Use Committee Meeting

Prospect Park YMCA
357 9th Street, 7th floor
Brooklyn, NY 11215

Agenda:

  • Public Hearing on 555 5th Avenue (BSA Cal. No. 2016-4121-BZ).
  • Discussion and formulation of a recommendation on an application submitted to the Board of Standards and Appeals on behalf of Fifteenth and Fifth LLC for a special permit pursuant to Section 73-36 of the Zoning Resolution to allow a physical culture establishment (PCE) within portions of the existing commercial building at 555 5th Avenue (Block 1042, Lot 1), at the northeast corner of 5th Avenue/15th Street, which is located within a C4-3A zoning district.
  • Presentation and review of a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for the installation of a new gate for the front residential entrance at 158 Court Street (between Pacific/Amity Streets), Cobble Hill Historic District.
  • Presentation and review of a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for the legalization of a bulkhead stairway, elevator door replacement, and the legalization and alteration of signage and lighting at 185-187 Pacific Street (between Court/Clinton Streets), Cobble Hill Historic District.
  • Presentation and review of a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for the replacement of stucco with brick veneer on all facades of 419 7th Avenue (northeast corner 7th Ave/14th Street), Park Slope Historic District.
  • Presentation and review of a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for the expansion of a rear yard extension at 563 5th Street (between 8th Ave/Prospect Park West), Park Slope Historic District.
  • Discussion with Department of City Planning representatives to provide feedback on the outreach process for the Zoning for Quality and Affordability and Mandatory Inclusionary Housing proposals, which will strengthen the department’s outreach in the future.

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March 28, 6:30 PM

Environmental Protection/Permits & Licenses Committee Meeting

NYPD/78 Precinct
65 6th Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11217

Agenda:

  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Nogwdboyo Enterprises LLC at 276 Smith Street (between De Graw/Sackett Streets).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Empress 1 LLC at 72 Bowne Street, Ship 1 (between Van Brunt/Imlay Streets).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of MP Smith Street LLC at 196 Smith Street (between Warren/ Baltic Streets).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of DDC & Sykes, LLC at 67 4th Avenue (between Bergen Street/Saint Marks Place).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of IL Sogno Ristorante II LLC at 310 5th Avenue (between 2nd/3rd Streets).
  • Presentation and review of a new unenclosed sidewalk café permit application submitted to the Department of Consumer Affairs on behalf of RHLP 284 LLC at 284 Van Brunt Street (between Verona Street/Visitation Place) to permit 6 tables and 12 seats.
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Henri on Fifth LLC at 256 4th Avenue (between President /Carroll Streets).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Columbia 4 LLC at 187 Columbia Street (between De Graw /Sackett Streets).
  • Presentation and review of a new unenclosed sidewalk café permit application submitted to the Department of Consumer Affairs on behalf of One Meatball LLC 367 7th Avenue (between 10th/11th Streets) to permit 7 tables and 14 seats.

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April

April 11, 6:30 PM

Executive Committee Meeting

NYPD/76th Precinct
191 Union Street
Brooklyn, NY 11231

Agenda:

  • Annual review of Brooklyn Community Board 6 committee structure
  • Other business

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April 13, 6:30 PM

General Board Meeting

PS 58 Auditorium
330 Smith Street
Brooklyn, NY 11231


April 18, 6:30 PM

Economic/Waterfront/Community Development & Housing Committee Meeting

Prospect Park YMCA
357 9th Street, 7th floor
Brooklyn, NY 11215

Agenda:

  • Committee planning meeting, an opportunity to discuss the mission and role of the committee and identify trends and topics for future agenda items.

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April 20

Parks/Recreation/Cultural Affairs Committee Meeting

Not scheduled.


April 21, 6:30 PM

Transportation/Public Safety Committee

NYPD/78th Precinct
65 6th Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11217

Agenda:

  • Presentation and discussion of a proposal by the Fire Department to install an Ambulance Charger near the southwest corner of Union Street/4th Avenue.
  • Presentation and discussion of a proposed Capital project by the Department of Transportation to replace the Union Street Bridge over the Gowanus Canal.
  • Update and presentation on the Department of Transportation's plans to roll-out CitiBike, the City's bike share program, to the district.

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April 25, 6:30 PM

Environmental Protection/Permits & Licenses Committee Meeting

Cobble Hill Community Room
250 Baltic Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201

Rescheduled for May 10, 2016

Agenda:

  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Sovi Kitchen Inc. at 316 Court Street (between DeGraw/Sackett Streets).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of LIBERTY BELL LLC at 72 Bowne Street, Ship 2 (between Van Brunt/Imlay Streets).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of El Pollito Mexicano at 119 5th Avenue (between Sterling Place/St. Johns Place).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Brooklyn Oyster Bar Restaurant LLC at 256 5th Avenue (between Carroll Street/Garfield Place).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Brooklyn Giuseppe Piazzolla at 213 Smith Street (between Baltic/Butler Streets).
  •  Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Dekalb Duck LLC at 257 Columbia Street (between Carroll/ President Streets).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Saverio Palumbo at 195 Smith Street (between Baltic/Warren Streets).
  • Presentation and review of the renewal of a current unenclosed sidewalk café permit application submitted to the Department of Consumer Affairs on behalf of Abilene 442 Court Street (between 2nd/3rd Place) to permit 8 tables and 32 seats.
  • Presentation and review of a new unenclosed sidewalk café permit application submitted to the Department of Consumer Affairs on behalf of Duke of Montrose Inc. at 47 5th Avenue (between Bergen Street/Saint Marks Avenue) to permit 21 tables and 43 seats.

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April 26, 6:30 PM

Solarize Brooklyn CB6: Sun For All Info Session

We are thrilled to announce we are the recipients of a NYSERDA grant to continue our Solarize campaign! Please join us on Tuesday April 26th for our kick-off Information Session.

Speakers:

Sustainable CUNY who will speak about community shared solar (solar for renters those who can't put an array on their roof).

Solar One's Here Comes Solar, who will educate you on the ins & outs of purchasing a traditional solar array. HCS signs up clusters of households and businesses to install solar using economies of scale. Get in touch with Here Comes Solar now.
Are you solar-curious? Missed out on signing up last season? This session is for you.

Prospect Park YMCA

357 9th Street, 7th floor


April 27, 6:30 PM

Youth/Human Services & Education Committee Meeting

Cobble Hill Community Meeting Room
250 Baltic Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201

Agenda:

  • Presentation and discussion with representatives for the New York Road Runner's Club on the organization and its races, programs and initiatives that impact the district.
  •  Committee planning meeting, an opportunity to discuss the mission and role of the committee and identify trends and topics for future agenda items.
  • Post mortem review and discussion of 2016 Youth Fair event.

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April 28, 6:00 PM

Landmarks/Land Use Committee Meeting

Old First Reformed Church
729 Carroll Street
Brooklyn, NY 11215

Agenda:

  • Presentation and review of a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for rooftop expansion at the Berkeley Carroll School, 181 Lincoln Place (between 7th/8th Avenues), Park Slope Historic District.

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May

May 9, 6:30 PM

Executive Committee

Cobble Hill Community Meeting Room
250 Baltic Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201

Agenda:

  • Continued annual review of Brooklyn Community Board 6 committee structure.
    Internal briefing by CB6 representatives to the Brooklyn Bridge Park Development Corporation on park Development matters.
    Other business.

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May 10, 6:30 PM

Environmental Protection/Permits & Licenses Committee Meeting

Cobble Hill Community Meeting Room
250 Baltic Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201

Agenda:

  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Sovi Kitchen Inc. at 316 Court Street (between DeGraw/Sackett Streets).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Liberty Bell LLC at 72 Bowne Street, Ship 2 (between Van Brunt/Imlay Streets).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of El Pollito Mexicano at 119 5th Avenue (between Sterling Place/St. Johns Place).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Brooklyn Oyster Bar Restaurant LLC at 256 5th Avenue (between Carroll Street/Garfield Place).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Brooklyn Giuseppe Piazzolla at 213 Smith Street (between Baltic/Butler Streets).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Dekalb Duck LLC at 257 Columbia Street (between Carroll/ President Streets).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Saverio Palumbo at 195 Smith Street (between Baltic/Warren Streets).
  • Presentation and review of the renewal of a current unenclosed sidewalk café permit application submitted to the Department of Consumer Affairs on behalf of Abilene 442 Court Street (between 2nd/3rd Place) to permit 8 tables and 32 seats.
  • Presentation and review of a new unenclosed sidewalk café permit application submitted to the Department of Consumer Affairs on behalf of Duke of Montrose Inc. at 47 5th Avenue (between Bergen Street/Saint Marks Avenue) to permit 21 tables and 43 seats.
  • Presentation and review of a new unenclosed sidewalk café permit application submitted to the Department of Consumer Affairs on behalf of One Meatball LLC 367 7th Avenue (between 10th/11th Streets) to permit 7 tables and 14 seats.

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May 11, 6:30 PM

General Board Meeting

Brooklyn Borough Hall
209 Joralemon Street, Court Room
Brooklyn, NY 11201


May 16, 6:30 PM

Economic/Waterfront/Community Development & Housing Committee Meeting

Cobble Hill Community Meeting Room
250 Baltic Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201

Agenda:

  • Presentation and discussion with a representative from the Mayor's Office on the Administration's Industrial policies.

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May 18, 6:30 PM

Parks/Recreation/Cultural Affairs Committee Meeting

Miccio Center
110 West 9th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11231

Agenda:

  • Committee planning meeting, an opportunity to discuss the mission and role of the committee and identify trends and topics for future agenda items.

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May 19, 6:30 PM

Transportation/Public Safety Committee

PS 58 Auditorium
330 Smith Street
Brooklyn, NY 11231

Agenda:

  • Presentation and discussion with representatives of the Kings County District Attorney's Frauds Bureau and Police Department on the prevention and reporting of debit/credit card and ID theft.
  • Rescheduled update and presentation on the Department of Transportation's plans to roll-out CitiBike, the City's bike share program, to the district.
  • Presentation and discussion with representatives for the Department of Transportation on a proposal to upgrade the existing Bond Street bicycle lane in the district.

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May 23

Environmental Protection/ Permits & Licenses Committee Meeting

78th Precinct
65 6th Avenue
Brooklyn, NY

Agenda:

  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Freedom Cruise LLC, at 72 Bowne Street,(between Van Brunt/Imlay Streets).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Mokbar II LLC at 212 Faltbush Avenue,(between Dean/Bergen Streets).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Happy RJ Inc. at 223 Smith Street,(between Baltic/Butler Streets).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Marquis 2020 Brooklyn Corp. at 84 St Marks Place,(between 4th/5th Avenues).
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May 25

Youth/Human Services & Education Committee Meeting

Family Reception Center
441 4th Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11215

Agenda:

  • Presentation and discussion with representatives for Independent Care System (ICS), a community-based, nonprofit agency dedicated to supporting senior adults and adults with physical disabilities and chronic conditions to live at home and participate fully in community life.
  •  (invited) Presentation and discussion with representatives for Breaking Ground, the City's contracted homeless services organization that provides mobile outreach teams and individual assistance for people who need to access shelter and related support services.
  • (invited) Presentation and discussion with representatives for CHiPS, a local nonprofit organization which operates a soup kitchen and shelter for homeless young women and their infants at 200 4th Avenue.

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May 26

Landmarks Land Use Committee Meeting

Cobble Hill Community Meeting Room
250 Baltic Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201

  • Public Hearing on 342 Flatbush Avenue (BSA Cal. No. 2016-4154-BZ).
  • Discussion and formulation of a recommendation on an application submitted to the Board of Standards and Appeals on behalf of 342 Flatbush LLC for a special permit pursuant to Section 73-36 of the Zoning Resolution to allow a physical culture establishment (PCE) within portions of the existing building at 342 Flatbush Avenue (Block 1058, Lot 33), between Sterling Place/8th Avenue, which is located within a C2-4A(R7A) + R7B zoning district.
  •  Presentation and review of a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for restoration of front areaway including relocation of existing steps, new bluestone paving, brownstone curb and flower bed at 97 Park Place (between 6th/7th Avenues), Park Slope Historic District.
  • Presentation and review of a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for the rooftop installation of an elevated canopy solar energy system at 99 Sterling Place (between 6th/7th Avenues), Park Slope Historic District.
  • Presentation and review of a Miscellaneous Amendment to a Certificate of Appropriateness permit issued by the Landmarks Preservation Commission for the expansion of a rooftop addition at 288 Carroll Street (between Smith/Hoyt Streets), Carroll Gardens Historic District.

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June

June 6

Executive Committee

P.S. 58 Auditorium
330 Smith Street
Brooklyn, NY 11231

Agenda:

  • Update and report by representatives from the Department of Environmental Protection on the City's siting recommendations for the retention tank component of the Gowanus Canal Superfund remedy.
  • Finalize annual review of Brooklyn Community Board 6 committee structure.
  • Other business.

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June 8, 6:30 PM

General Board Meeting

Prospect Park YMCA
357 9th Street, 7th Floor
Brooklyn, NY 11215


June 15

Parks/Recreation/Cultural Affairs

Not scheduled.


June 16, 6:30 PM

Transportation/Public Safety Committee

Prospect Park YMCA
357 9th Street, 7th Floor
Brooklyn, NY 11215

Agenda:

  • Presentation and review of a proposal by the Gowanus Canal Conservancy and Alloy to install temporary planted dumpsters with a seating component at 6 locations in the Gowanus Canal corridor from July through November, under the Department of Transportation's Street Seats program.
  • Presentation and review of a proposal by Vita Coco to install temporary seasonal seating in the parking lane in front of 322 Flatbush Avenue (between Park/Sterling Places) for 8-10 weeks, under the Department of Transportation's Street Seats program.

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June 20

Economic/Waterfront/Community Development & Housing

Not scheduled.


June 22

Youth/Human Services & Education Committee Meeting

Not scheduled.


June 23, 6:00 PM

Landmarks Land Use Committee Meeting

NYPD-76th Precinct
191 Union Street
Brooklyn, NY 11231

Agenda:

  • Public Hearing on 342 Flatbush Avenue (BSA Cal. No. 2016-4154-BZ).
  • Public Hearing on 14-18 Carroll Street (ULURP Nos. N 150360 ZMK, N 160379 ZRK).
  • Public Hearing on 227 4th Avenue (BSA Cal. No. 2016-4209-BZ).
  • Discussion and formulation of a recommendation on an application submitted to the Board of Standards and Appeals on behalf of 342 Flatbush LLC for a special permit pursuant to Section 73-36 of the Zoning Resolution to allow a physical culture establishment (PCE) within portions of the existing building at 342 Flatbush Avenue (Block 1058, Lot 33), between Sterling Place/8th Avenue, which is located within a C2-4A(R7A) + R7B zoning district.
  • Discussion and formulation of a recommendation on two applications submitted to the Department of City Planning on behalf of 14-18 Carroll LLC for a zoning map amendment which proposes to change the existing M1-1 zoning designation to R6B for the properties at 14-18 Carroll Street (Block 352, Lots 16, 17 and 18) between Columbia and Van Brunt Streets (N 150360 ZMK), and a zoning text amendment to establish a Mandatory Inclusionary Housing Area coterminous with the rezoning area in accordance with the City’s Mandatory Inclusionary Housing policy (N 160379 ZRK).
  • Discussion and formulation of a recommendation on an application submitted to the Board of Standards and Appeals on behalf of 4th Avenue Development II, LLC for a special permit pursuant to Section 73-36 of the Zoning Resolution to allow a physical culture establishment (PCE) within portions of the existing building at 227 4th Avenue (Block 955, Lot 1), northeast corner 4th Avenue/President Street which is located within a C2-4A(R8A) zoning district.
  • Presentation and review of a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for a facade renovation to include new facing, cornice, entranceway, etc. at 121 Congress Street (between Henry/Hicks Streets), Cobble Hill Historic District.
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June 27, 6:30 PM

Environmental Protection/ Permits & Licenses Committee Meeting

Cobble Hill Community Meeting Room
250 Baltic Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201

Agenda:

  • (Postponed until July 25th meeting) Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Marquis 2020 Brooklyn Corp. at 84 St Marks Place,(between 4th/5th Avenues).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of on behalf of Happy RJ INC at 223 Smith Street,(between Baltic/Butler Streets).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of on behalf of Wild living LLC, at 148 5th Avenue,(between Doglass/DeGraw Streets).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of on behalf of Hooked Restaurant & Bar LLC at 1123 8th Avenue,(between 11th/12th Streets).

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June 29, 6:30 PM

Rooftop Solar Information Session

Solarize Brooklyn CB6: Sun for All

Rooftop Solar Information Session
We are thrilled to announce we are the recipients of a NYSERDA grant to continue our Solarize campaign!
Speaker:

Solar One's Here Comes Solar, who will educate you on the ins & outs of purchasing a traditional solar array. HCS signs up clusters of households and businesses to install solar using economies of scale. Get in touch with Here Comes Solar now.

Are you solar-curious? Missed out on signing up last season? This session is for you.

Carroll Gardens Association

201 Columbia Street #A

Brooklyn, NY 11231


July

Jul 12, 9:00 AM

Rooftop Solar Information Session

Solarize Brooklyn CB6: Sun for All

Rooftop Solar Information Session
We are thrilled to announce we are the recipients of a NYSERDA grant to continue our Solarize campaign!
Speaker:

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Whole Foods Roof

214 3rd Street

At 3rd Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11215


July 25

Environmental Protection Permits & Licenses Committee Meeting

78 Precinct
65 6th Avenue
Brooklyn, New York

Agenda:

  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Marquis 2020 Brooklyn Corp. at 84 St Marks Place,(between 4th/5th Avenues).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of on behalf of Bayne Capital, Inc at 517 Court Street,(between West 9th Street/Garnet Streets).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of on behalf of Los Nopales Inc. at 191 5th Avenue,(between Berkeley/Union Streets).

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July 28

Landmarks/Land Use Committe Metting

Old First Reformed Church
729 Carroll Street, Upper Hall
Brooklyn, NY 11215

Agenda:

  • Presentation and review of a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for renovation of existing 3-story rear yard extension, addition of deck and conversion of windows to French doors at second story, replacing iron railing and adding masonry at roof of extension, and replacement front gate with wooden door at front garden entrance at 368 Clinton Street (between Kane/Degraw Streets), Cobble Hill Historic District.
  • Presentation and review of a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for replacement of rear yard extension including increased fenestration at 536 1st Street (between 8th Avenue/Prospect Park West), Park Slope Historic District.
  •  Presentation and review of a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for a new front entrance door, replacement rear yard bay window, new rear yard wooden deck and stairs and new HVAC equipment on roof at 564 9th Street (between 8th Avenue/Prospect Park West), Park Slope Historic District.
  •  Presentation and review of a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for the enlargement of an existing two-story rear yard addition, a new partial floor rooftop addition and new HVAC equipment on roof at 566 10th Street (between 7th/8th Avenues), Park Slope Historic District.
  • Presentation and review of a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for new 1-story rear yard addition with deck at 682 10th Street (between 8th Avenue/Prospect Park West), Park Slope Historic District.

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August

Aug 8

Executive Committee Meeting

Good Shepherd Services' Family Reception Center
441 4th Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11215

 Agenda:

  • Presentation and discussion with Council Member Brad Lander and representatives from the Department of City Planning on the Bridging Gowanus next steps.
  • Board Member Attendance Review
  • TPS: Ratify recommendation to accept as presented the proposal by the Alloy R. E. Development and the Gowanus Canal Conservancy to install and maintain temporary planted dumpsters with a seating component at 6 locations in the Gowanus Canal corridor from July through November, under the Department of Transportation’s Street Seats program. (6/16/16)
  • LM/LU: Ratify recommendation to approve a special permit pursuant to Section 73-36 of the Zoning Resolution to allow a physical culture establishment (PCE) within portions of the existing building at 342 Flatbush Avenue (Block 1058, Lot 33), between Sterling Place/8th Avenue, which is located within a C2-4A(R7A) + R7B zoning district. (6/23/16)
  • LM/LU: Ratify recommendation to approve a zoning map amendment which proposes to change the existing M1-1 zoning designation to R6B for the properties at 14-18 Carroll Street (Block 352, Lots 16, 17 and 18) between Columbia and Van Brunt Streets (N 150360 ZMK), and a zoning text amendment to establish a Mandatory Inclusionary Housing Area coterminous with the rezoning area in accordance with the City’s Mandatory Inclusionary Housing policy (N 160379 ZRK) conditioned upon the building retaining the configuration and appearance as presented to the committee, and that to the extent permitted that the funds paid into the affordable housing fund by used towards additional affordable units or levels of affordability of housing within Brooklyn Community Board 6. (6/23/16)
  • LM/LU: Ratify recommendation to approve a special permit pursuant to Section 73-36 of the Zoning Resolution to allow a physical culture establishment (PCE) within portions of the existing building at 227 4th Avenue (Block 955, Lot 1), northeast corner 4th Avenue/President Street which is located within a C2-4A(R8A) zoning district as presented. (6/23/16)
  • LM/LU: Ratify recommendation to approve a Certificate of Appropriateness for a façade renovation to include new facing, cornice, entranceway, etc., at 121 Congress Street (between Henry/Hicks Streets), Cobble Hill Historic District with the condition that the profile of the lentils and pilasters be made deeper and with a recommendation that applicant include a request to LPC for approval of a replacement for the entry door with one consistent with the character of the district. (6/23/16)
  • LM/LU: Ratify recommendation to conditionally approve and partially disapprove a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for renovation of existing 3-story rear yard extension, addition of deck and conversion of window s to French doors at second story, replacing iron railing and adding masonry at roof of extension, and replacement front gate with a wooden door at front garden entrance at 368 Clinton Street (between Kane/Degraw Streets), Cobble Hill Historic District. (7/28/16)
  • LM/LU: Ratify recommendation to conditionally approve a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for replacement of rear yard extension including increased fenestration at 536 1st Street (between 8th Avenue/Prospect Park West), Park Slope Historic District. (7/28/16)
  • LM/LU: Ratify recommendation to approve a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for a new front entrance door, replacement rear yard bay window, new rear yard wooden deck and stairs and new HVAC equipment on roof at 564 9th Street (between 8th Avenue/Prospect Park West), Park Slope Historic District. (7/28/16)
  • LM/LU: Ratify recommendation to approve a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for new 1-story rear yard addition with deck at 682 10th Street (between 8th Avenue/Prospect Park West), Park Slope Historic District. (7/28/16)
  • EP/PL: Ratify recommendation to approve a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Happy RJ Inc. at 223 Smith Street (between Baltic/Butler Streets). (6/27/16)
  • EP/PL: Ratify recommendation to conditionally approve a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Wild Living LLC, at 148 5th Avenue (between Douglass/Degraw Streets). (6/27/16)
  • EP/PL: Ratify recommendation to approve a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Hooked Restaurant & Bar LLC at 1123 8th Aveuue (between 11th/12th Streets). (6/27/16)
  • EP/PL: Ratify recommendation to approve a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Chipotle Mexican Grill of Colorado LLC at 185 7th Avenue (between 1st/2nd Streets) in the Park Slope Historic District. (6/27/16)
  • EP/PL: Ratify recommendation to approve a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Bayne Capital, Inc. at 517 Court Street, (between West 9th Street/Garnet EP/PL: Consider a recommendation for a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Marquis 2020 Brooklyn Corp. at 84 St Marks Place,(between 4th/5th Avenues). (7/25/16)
  • Other business

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Aug 22

Environmental Protection Permits & Licenses Committee Meeting

Cobble Hill Community Meeting Room
250 Baltic Street
Brooklyn, NY

Agenda:

  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of The Douglass at 149 4th Avenue (between Butler/Douglass Streets).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of 320 Court Street (between Degraw/Sackett Streets).

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Aug 24, 6:30 PM

Youth/Human Services & Education Committee Meeting

Red Hook Initiative
767 Hicks Street
(between Huntington/W 9th Streets)
Brooklyn, NY 11231

Agenda:

  • Presentation and discussion with representatives for the Red Hook Initiative on the range of programs and services offered to the community.
  • Other business

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Aug 25

Landmarks/Land Use Committee Meeting

Not scheduled.


September

September 12, 6:30 PM

Executive Committee Meeting

Cobble Hill Community Meeting Room
250 Baltic Street
(between Court & Clinton Streets)
Brooklyn, NY 11201

Agenda:

  • (Laid Over from August) Board Member Attendance Review
  • Other business
  • (Friends of Brooklyn CB6, Inc.) Annual Report

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September 14, 6:30 PM

General Board Meeting

Cobble Hill Health Center
380 Henry Street
(btween Congress & Warren Streets)
Brooklyn, NY 11201

Agenda:


September 15, 6:30 PM

Transportation/Public Safety Committee Meeting

Methodist Hospital
Executive Dining Room
506 6th Avenue
(between 7th & 8th Avenues)
Brooklyn, NY 11215

Agenda:

  • Orientation: Introduction to committee work for new members.
  • Presentation and review of a proposal by the Department of Transportation to install a bike corral to be located at 341 5th Avenue (between 4th/5th Streets).

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September 19

Economics/Waterfront/Community Developement/Housing Committee Meeting

Not Scheduled.

September 21, 6:30 PM

Parks/Recreation/Environmental Protection Committee Meeting

PS 58
The Carroll School
330 Smith Street
Brooklyn NY 11231

Agenda:

  • Orientation: Introduction to committee work for new members. Presentation and review of a preliminary design proposal by the Department of Parks & Recreation for the Renovation of Ennis Playground, located between 2nd/3rd Avenues and 11th/12th Streets.Presentation and discussion with representatives for the Mayor's Office of Recovery and Resiliency on the Red Hook Integrated Flood Protection System, a feasibility study which seeks to identify an integrated approach to address coastal flooding and storm water management that is also cognizant of, and fosters, feasible economic development opportunities.

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September 22, 6:00 PM

Landmarks/Land Use Committee Meeting

Cobble Hill Community Room
250 Baltic Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201

Agenda:

  • Orientation: Introduction to committee work for new members.
  • Presentation and continued review of a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for the enlargement of an existing two-story rear  yard  addition, a new partial one (1) floor rooftop addition and new HVAC equipment on roof  at 566 10th  Street (between 7th/8th Avenues), Park Slope Historic District.
  • Presentation and review of a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for the installation of a curb cut and alterations to a side yard to accommodate off-street parking at 118 Amity Street (between Henry/Clinton Streets), Cobble Hill Historic District.

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September 26, 6:30 PM

Permits/Licenses Committee Meeting

78th Precinct
65 6th Avenue
Brooklyn NY 11217
(Dean & Bergen Street)

Agenda:

  • Orientation: Introduction to committee work for new members.
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Peker Handwerker LLC at 136 Atlantic Avenue (between Henry/Clinton Streets).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Trcu Coffee LLC at 384 Court Street (between President/Carroll Streets).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Cooks & Captains LLC at 254-258 5th Avenue(between Garfield Place/Carroll Street).
  • Presentation and review of an alteration to a current on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Barclay Center at 620 Atlantic Avenue(between Fort Greene Place/6th Avenue).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf Brooklyn Burger & Beers at 259 5th Avenue (between 5th Avenue / Garfield Place).

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September 28, 6:30 PM

Youth/Human Services/Education Committee Meeting

Family Reception Center
441 4th Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11215
(corner of 9th Street & 4th Avenue)

Agenda:

  • Orientation: Introduction to committee work for new members.
  • Planning session to discuss upcoming and possible agenda items for the 2016-17 session.

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October

October 4, 6:45 PM

Executive Committee Meeting

Cobble Hill Community Room
250 Baltic Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201

Agenda:

  • Presentation and consideration of a resolution to support the retention of a pop-up pool in Brooklyn Bridge Park until a concrete, funded plan is in place for a permanent pool.
  • Briefing from Finance/Personnel & Law Committee on comments developed by the committee in response to new rules promulgated by the Mayor's Street Activity Permit Office on street festivals.
  • (Budget) Presentation and discussion of proposed Capital and Expense budget priorities for Fiscal Year, 2018.
  • Other business

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October 13, 6:30 PM

General Board Meeting

John Jay Educational Campus
Auditorium
237 7th Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11215

Agenda:


October 17, 6:30 PM

Economic Waterfront Community Development Housing Committee Meeting

250 Baltic Street, Auditorium
Use building main entrance
Brooklyn, NY 11201

Agenda:

  • Orientation: Introduction to committee work for new members.
  • Presentation and discussion with representatives from Upsolve, a locally-based non-profit organization that helps low-income New Yorkers file for bankruptcy.
  • Presentation and discussion with representatives from the Carroll Gardens Association on the formation of the Southwest Brooklyn Tenants Union, which is organizing rent-stabilized tenants (within the 11231 zip code) to help enable them to stay in their homes and preserve affordable housing units within the community.

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October 19, 6:30 PM

Parks Recreation Environmental Protection Committee Meeting

PS 58
The Carroll School
330 Smith Street
Brooklyn NY 11231

Agenda:

  • Presentation and discussion with representatives for the Department of Sanitation on the department's Compost Program and Fall Leaf Collection, programs designed to encourage the diversion of organic materials out of the household refuse waste stream.
  • Presentation and discussion with representatives for the Department of Environmental Protection on the City's intentions for proceeding with the planning, design and construction of the Gowanus Canal retention tanks required under the EPA consent order.
  • Review and discussion of City Council Intro 349, a local law to amend the administrative code of the City of New York in relation to notice for the removal of trees.

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October 20, 6:30 PM

Transportation/Public Safety Committee Meeting

78th Precinct
65 6th Avenue
Brooklyn NY 11217
(Dean & Bergen Street)

Agenda:

  • Public Hearing on the expansion of New York City's bike share program, CitiBike, into the district to gather public comment on the deployment of the bicycle docking stations, and any other aspect of the bike share program, for the primary purpose of reviewing and evaluating the density, location, placement, and size of the district's docking stations.
View the October 20th Public Hearing Notice

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October 24, 6:30 PM

Permits Licenses Committee Meeting

Cobble Hill Community Meeting Room
250 Baltic Street
(between Court & Clinton Streets)
Brooklyn, NY 11201

Agenda

  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Brooklyn Burger at 259 5th Avenue (between 5th Avenue/Garfield Street).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Nitehawk Cinema at 188 Prospect Park West (between 14th/15th Streets).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of La Royale Beer Burger House at 492 5th Avenue ( between 11th/12th Streets).

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October 26, 6:30 PM

Youth Human Services Education Committee Meeting

Prospect Park YMCA
357 9th Street
Brooklyn, NY
(5th & 6th Avenues)
7th Floor

Agenda

  • Presentation and review of a proposal by RevCore to operate an OASAS-licensed health center at 15 2nd Avenue (between 6th Street/Gowanus Canal) which would initially offer treatment for substance abuse, mental health and medical care to substance abusers, predominantly the population already visiting the existing NYS DOCCS Parole facility.

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October 27, 6:00 PM

Landmarks Land Use Committee Meeting

Red Hook Initiative
767 Hicks Street
Brooklyn, NY 11231

Agenda

  • Public Hearing on ULURP C170057ZSK, 763 and 767 Hicks Street.
  • Review and consideration of an ULURP C170057ZSK, an application submitted by Red Hook Initiative, Inc. for the grant of a special permit pursuant to Section 74-921 of the Zoning Resolution to allow Use Group 4A uses (non-profit institution without sleeping accommodations) within an existing 1-story & mezzanine building on property located at 763 and 767 Hicks Street (Block 535, Lots 1 and 3), in an M1-1 zoning district.
  • Presentation and review of a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission to allow the construction of an open porch at the parlor level of the rear elevation of 127 St. Johns Place (between 6th/7th Avenues), Park Slope Historic District.

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November

November 9, 6:30 PM

General Board Meeting

P.S. 32 Auditorium
317 Hoyt Street
(between Union/President Streets)
Brooklyn, NY 11231


November 16, 6:30 PM

Parks Recreation Environmental Protection Committee Meeting

Family Reception Center
441 4th Avenue
(southeast corner 4th Avenue/9th Street)
Brooklyn, NY 11215

Agenda:

  • Continued review of a preliminary design proposal by the Department of Parks & Recreation for the Renovation of Ennis Playground, located between 2nd/3rd Avenues and 11th/12th Streets.

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November 17, 6:30 PM

Transportation/Public Safety Committee Meeting

Miccio Center
110 West 9th Street
Brooklyn, NY
(Clinton & Henry Streets)

Agenda:

  • Presentation and discussion with representatives for MTA Bridges & Tunnels on the Hugh L. Carey Tunnel Sandy restoration and construction update.
  • Presentation and discussion with representatives for the Economic Development Corporation on the Brooklyn Queens Connector (BQX) feasibility study and alternatives analysis to support the implementation of a 16-mile BQX transit option that would connect Sunset Park to Astoria along the Brooklyn-Queens waterfront.

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November 21, 6:30 PM

Economic Waterfront Community Development Housing Committee Meeting

Cobble Hill Health Center
380 Henry Street 11201
(Congress & Warren Streets)

Agenda:

  • Presentation and discussion with representatives for NYC Smoke-Free on their smoke-free housing initiative, including consideration of a smoke-free housing resolution to be presented.
  • Presentation and discussion with representative for Best for NYC, an organization working to promote best business practices for New York City businesses to measure and improve their impact on workers and recognize businesses that are improving the quality of life for all New Yorkers.

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November 24, 6:00 PM

Landmarks Land Use Committee Meeting

No Meetings
(Thanksgiving) See December 1, 2016


November 28, 6:30 PM

Permits Licenses Committee Meeting

76th Precinct
191 Union Street
Brooklyn, NY 11231
(Hicks & Henry Streets)

Agenda:

  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Brooklyn Boy Catering at 388 5th Avenue (between 6th /7th Streets).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Hometown Pan Fried Chicken at 329 Van Brunt Street (between Sullivan/King Streets).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Nargis Bar & Grill at  155 5th Avenue (between Lincoln/Saint Johns Place.).
  • Presentation and review of a new on-premises liquor license application submitted to the State Liquor Authority on behalf of Brooklyn Burger at  259 5th Avenue ( between Garfield Place/1st Street).

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November 30, 6:30 PM

Youth Human Services Education Committee Meeting

Cobble Hill Community Meeting Room
250 Baltic Street
(Court & Clinton Streets)
Brooklyn, NY 11201

Agenda:

  • Presentation and discussion with representatives for Heights and Hills (confirmed) and Council Member Brad Lander's Office (invited) on the recently launched age-friendly initiatives for seniors in the district.
  • Presentation and discussion with representatives for the Department of Youth and Community Development on the available resources to youth and their families in the district.

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December

December 1, 6:00 PM

Landmarks Land Use Committee Meeting

Miccio Center
110 West 9th Street
Brooklyn, NY
(Clinton & Henry Streets)

Agenda:

  • Presentation and review of a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for a partial floor rooftop extension, rear facade restoration and cellar extension at 828 Union Street (between 7th/8th Avenues), Park Slope Historic District.
  • Presentation and review of a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for window replacements including new lintels and sills, facade repair, new cornice and parapet wall at 446 Henry Street (between Kane/Degraw Streets), Cobble Hill Historic District.
  • Presentation and review of a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for 4 Verandah Place (between Clinton/Henry Streets), Cobble Hill Historic District. 
  • Presentation and discussion with representatives of the Department of City Planning on the recently launched Gowanus PLACES neighborhood study.
  • Informational Presentation and discussion with representatives for Thor Equities on the redevelopment of the former Revere Sugar Factory site at 280 Richards Street.

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December 12, 6:30 PM

Economic/Waterfront/Community Development & Housing

Cobble Hill Community Meeting Room
250 Baltic Street
(Court & Clinton Streets)
Brooklyn, NY 11201

Agenda:

  • Presentation and review of the Landlord Accountability Act of 2016, a Federal bill which seeks to ban discrimination against source of income, discourage intentional acts to disqualify dwelling units from federal housing programs, and encourage proper maintenance of multifamily house in order to revive the Section 8 program, affirmatively further fair housing policies, and address our national affordability crisis.
  • Update and discussion with representatives for the South Brooklyn Industrial Development Corporation on their Red Hook Brownfield Opportunity Area (BOA) study.

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December 14, 6:30 PM

General Board Meeting

Brooklyn Borough Hall
209 Joralemon Street, Court Room
Brooklyn, NY 11201


December 15, 6:30 PM

Transportation/Pubic Safety Committee

Old First Reformed Church
729 Carroll Street, Upper Hall
(northwest corner 7th Avenue)
Brooklyn, NY 11215

Agenda:

  • Presentation and review of a proposal by the Department of Transportation for the installation of a combination bicycle lane on 7th Avenue between Flatbush Avenue and 15th Street (Class III: Flatbush Avenue to Carroll Street; Class II: Carroll Street to 15th Street) in Park Slope.
  • Presentation and review of a proposal by the Department of Transportation for the installation of safety enhancements for the intersection of Court/Amity/Dean Streets in Cobble Hill.

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December 19, 6:30 PM

Economic/Waterfront/Community Development & Housing

Not Scheduled.


December 19, 6:30 PM

FBCB6 Holiday Party

Loki Brooklyn
341 2nd Street
Brooklyn, NY 11215

$40 includes beer & wine, a delicious meal and unlimited cheer!
RSVP here. You may pay by check and credit card.


December 21, 6:30 PM

Parks/Recreation/Cultural Affairs

Not Scheduled.


December 22, 6:00 PM

Landmarks Land Use Committee Meeting

Miccio Center
110 West 9th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11231
(Clinton & Henry Streets)

Agenda:

  • Public Hearing on 280 Richards Street (BSA Cal. No. 2016-4299-BZ).
  • Public Hearing on 240 Smith Street (BSA Cal. No. 2016-4237-BZ).
  • Public Hearing on 341 Nevins Street (BSA Cal. No. 2016-4334-BZ).
  • Public Hearing on 345 Court Street (ULURP No. N100398ECK).
  • Discussion and formulation of a recommendation on an application submitted to the Board of Standards and Appeals on behalf of Thor 280 Richards Street, LLC for the grant of a special permit pursuant to Zoning Resolution Section 73-44 to permit a reduction in the accessory off-street parking requirement for Use Group 6B office use (PRC-B1), which will facilitate the development of an approximately 638,607 sf commercial building with office and retail uses that will provide 1,106 accessory parking spaces at 280 Richards Street (Block 612, Lot 150), in an M3-1 zoning district.
  • Discussion  and formulation of a recommendation on an application submitted to the  Board of Standards and Appeals on behalf of 232 Smith Street LLC for a  special permit pursuant to Section 32-10 of the Zoning Resolution to  allow a physical culture establishment (PCE) within a new commercial  building at 240 Smith Street (Block 408, Lot 41), northeast corner of Smith and Douglass Streets, which is located within a C2-4(R6B) zoning district.
  •  Discussion and formulation of a recommendation on an application submitted to the Board of Standards and Appeals submitted on behalf of 431 Carroll Street LLC for the grant of a special permit pursuant to Zoning Resolution Section 73-44 to permit a reduction in the accessory off-street parking requirement for Use Group 6B office use (PRC-B1), which will facilitate the development of a new conforming two-story commercial building that will provide 14 accessory parking spaces at 341 Nevins Street (Block 447, Lot 1), northeast corner of Nevins and Carroll Streets, in an M1-2 zoning district.
  • Discussion and formulation of a recommendation on an application submitted to the Department of City Planning submitted on behalf of 345 Court Street Corp. dba Marco Polo Ristorante pursuant to Section 366a(c) of the New York City Charter for the grant of a new application for a revocable consent to operate an existing enclosed sidewalk café with 10 tables and 30 seats at 345 Court Street (Block 435, Lot 9), southeast corner Court and Union Streets.
  • Presentation and review of a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for the addition of a one-story rear yard addition with deck at 92 Park Place (between 6th/7th Avenues), Park Slope Historic District. 
  • Presentation and review of a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for modifications to the front entrance door at 929 President Street (between 8th Avenue/Prospect Park West), Park Slope Historic District.
  • Presentation and review of a Certificate of Appropriateness application submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for the installation of two balconies at the rear elevation of 373 Henry Street (between Congress/Warren Streets), Cobble Hill Historic District.

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December 26, 6:30 PM

Permits Licenses Committee Meeting

Not Scheduled.

(See January 9, 2016)


December 28, 6:30 PM

Youth/Human Services & Education Committee Meeting

Not Scheduled.