Committees are comprised of board members and members of the community.
They address issues pertaining to parks, public safety, transportation,
economic development, the environment, and others. Committee meetings
are open to the public.
Below is a list of Brooklyn Community Board 9's Committees and their
descriptions.
Executive
Chair: Rabbi Jacob Goldstein
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Committee is comprised of elected officers of Community Board 9.
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197-a
Chair: Michael Cetera, AIA
The schedule varies.
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The 197-a Committee is responsible for developing a master plan for Community District 9.
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Economic Development
Chair: Charlene Gayle
The schedule varies.
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The Economic Development Committee focuses on economic revitalization needs for the district.
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Education
Chair: Hilary Papineau
The schedule varies.
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The Education Committee is responsible for advocating for the educational needs of the district.
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Health and Social Services
Chair: Robert Ambrose
The schedule varies.
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The Health and Social Services Committee addresses the district's needs for social services.
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Housing
Chair: Vacant
The schedule varies.
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The Housing Committee is responsible for addressing housing related needs in the district.
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Parks, Recreation and Culture
Chair: Michael Cetera, AIA
The schedule varies.
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The Parks and Recreation Committee advocates for maintenance and rehabilitation of existing parks and playgrounds and advocates for additional open space
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Public Safety
Chair: Rosemarie Perry
The schedule varies.
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The Public Safety addresses public safety issues related to Police and Fire Safety.
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ULURP
Chair: Michael Cetera, AIA
The schedule varies.
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The ULURP Committee deals with Land Use and Zoning (Variances)issues.
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Youth Services
Chair: Amy Albert
The schedule varies.
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The Youth Services Committee is responsible for conducting district-wide youth services needs assessments, and developing plans for filling any gaps in services provided for young people.
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Environmental Protection
Chair: Timothy Thomas
The schedule varies.
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The Environmental Protection Committee is responsible for addressing the environmental needs of the district.
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Transportation Committee
Chair: Edmund Fanning
1st or 2nd Monday of the Month.
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The Transportation Committee is responsible for transportation related matters including street improvement projects and public transportation issues,
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