Queens Community Board 5

Department of Transportation

RECONSTRUCT SIDEWALKS, CURBS AND PEDESTRIAN RAMPS ALONG MYRTLE AVENUE, FROM FRESH POND ROAD TO WYCKOFF AVENUE, IN RIDGEWOOD Sidewalks, with brick pavers, along Myrtle Avenue in Ridgewood have deteriorated causing tripping hazards. One of the main problems has been tree roots lifting the bricks and the sidewalk flags. The last major improvement was in 1984/1985. This section of Myrtle Avenue receives extensive pedestrian traffic with people from Ridgewood and nearby communities shopping on Myrtle Avenue. Funding is needed to physically improve safety conditions along this section of Myrtle Avenue. There may also be a need to replace the main city sewer and water main in this section of Myrtle Avenue.

The board recorded support for this request from: Myrtle Avenue Business Improvement District, Ridgewood Local Development Corporation

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 Further study by the agency of this request is needed.
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 differently from the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Transportation

FUND ADDITIONAL STREET MAINTENANCE FOR QUEENS ROADWAYS AND CURBS In order to have roadways along commercial strips and in residential communities repaired before dangerous conditions arise, the following requests need to be funded: provide one crew for cave-in repair; 2 crews for pothole repairs; 1 crew for concrete repair; 2 crews for curb replacement; and 1 crew for miscellaneous maintenance (ponding conditions, etc.) daily for Queens. Lawsuits against the City might be greatly reduced if repairs could be done more promptly.

The board recorded support for this request from: Numerous Local Civic & Community Organizations

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 The agency will try to accommodate this issue within existing resources. OMB supports the agency's position.
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 differently from the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Transportation

CORRECT COOPER AVENUE UNDERPASS FLOODING, RECONSTRUCT THE LIRR AND 71st AVENUE BRIDGE ABUTMENTS ABOVE THE COOPER AVENUE UNDERPASS AND PAINT THE LIRR BRIDGE The Cooper Ave Underpass is located on Cooper Ave at approximately 76 St. Reconstruction of the Cooper Avenue Underpass Retaining Walls has been completed (RWQ005), at a cost of more than $6 million. Unfortunately, this retaining wall project did not solve the problem of this low part of Cooper Avenue flooding during rainstorms, did not include reconstruction of the bridge abutments, or painting the LIRR bridge. There is a city vehicular bridge and an LIRR Montauk Line Bridge above Cooper Avenue, in the area of 76 Street, in Glendale. The LIRR bridge is a rusted eyesore and needs to be repainted.

The board recorded support for this request from: Glendale Property Owners Assoc., Middle Village Property Owners Assc.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports but cannot accommodate Explanation: This request has been addressed by NYC DEP.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports but cannot accommodate Explanation: This request has been addressed by NYC DEP. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Transportation

PROVIDE SUFFICIENT PERSONNEL FOR TRAFFIC SAFETY INSPECTIONS, SIGN INSTALLATIONS, PAVEMENT MARKINGS AND SIGN MANUFACTURING Because of increasingly dangerous local traffic conditions, there has been a need during the past 10 years for more traffic safety studies, traffic signals, All Way Stop installations, Speed Bump installations, One Way Conversions, and No Parking designations to daylight intersections. Additional traffic device maintenance crews are needed for signage installation, pavement markings and sign manufacturing. Vehicles in good repair, including utility trucks, are needed to support current and projected staffing levels.

The board recorded support for this request from: Numerous Local Civic & Community Organizations

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 The agency will try to accommodate this issue within existing resources. OMB supports the agency's position.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports but cannot accommodate Explanation: DOT will continue to provide service with existing personnel and resources. This answer reads differently from the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Transportation

RECONSTRUCT PALMETTO STREET FROM SAINT NICHOLAS AVENUE TO SENECA AVENUE, AND FROM ONDERDONK AVENUE TO FOREST AVENUE IN RIDGEWOOD Palmetto Street serves as an important local artery, especially for numerous bus lines that take passengers to and from the Myrtle and Wyckoff Avenues Transit Hub. For the short term, parts of Palmetto Street were milled and resurfaced in the past year as the roadway was in disrepair. Street conditions are complicated by the fact that the pillars supporting the elevated M train are located in the bed of the roadway. A reconstruction project is still needed, considering the poor condition of sidewalks and curbs.

The board recorded support for this request from: Ridgewood Local Development Corp., Ridgewood Property Owners and Civic Association

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 The agency will try to accommodate this issue within existing resources. OMB supports the agency's position.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports and can accommodate Explanation: The agency will try to accommodate this issue within existing resources. This answer reads differently from the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Transportation

IMPROVE ARTERIAL HIGHWAYS CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE The conditions of arterial highways and their cleanliness should be a priority for the City and State of New York. Maintenance workers citywide are needed to repair and resurface roadbeds, repair and replace dividers, clean litter & debris, attend to growth, and eliminate graffiti in a timely manner.

The board recorded support for this request from: Numerous Local Civic & Community Organizations

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 The agency will try to accommodate this issue within existing resources.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports but cannot accommodate Explanation: DOT will continue to provide service with existing resources and personnel. This answer reads differently from the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Transportation

RECONSTRUCT WYCKOFF AVENUE, FROM FLUSHING AVENUE TO COOPER AVENUE IN RIDGEWOOD (Queens and Brooklyn) - HWK 876. Wyckoff Avenue, on the Brooklyn-Queens border, is an important neighborhood artery with significant commercial development. This request is for reconstruction of the deteriorated roadway and sidewalks, installation of new sewer lines and water mains from Flushing Avenue to Cooper Avenue in Ridgewood. For the short term, Wyckoff Avenue was resurfaced from Myrtle Avenue to Cooper Avenue, because this part of Wyckoff Avenue has been removed from HWK876 due to contamination at the Wolff-Alport Superfund site. We look forward to this vital project beginning in 2026 for the area between Flushing Avenue and Myrtle Avenue. Part of Wyckoff Avenue is in the CB5Q area, and much of it is in Brooklyn Community District 4.

The board recorded support for this request from: Ridgewood Local Development Corporation, Ridgewood Property Owners & Civic Association

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 This project is ongoing. The Community Board should contact the agency for a status update.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports and can accommodate Explanation: The capital project within Brooklyn is ongoing. However, as noted the Queens segment was removed and improved via in-house resurfacing. Please contact the borough office if there are other specific concerns. This answer reads differently from the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Transportation

REPLACE THE EXISTING BRIDGE ON GRAND AVENUE OVER NEWTOWN IN MASPETH Due to the deteriorated conditions of this 2-lane bridge, which only worsened in the aftermath of Super Storm Sandy in 2012, and the increased vehicular traffic over this important bridge, replacement of the existing bridge over Newtown Creek in the Maspeth Industrial Area is needed. The Grand Street Bridge is too narrow to accommodate trucks and buses in opposite directions. Truckers and bus drivers have to wait for traffic to pass in the opposite direction, posing dangerous conditions and traffic delays. This vital bridge is deteriorating to the point where it is closed for repairs consistently. We look forward to this important bridge replacement beginning by 2027.

The board recorded support for this request from: Maspeth Industrial Business Association

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 continues to maintain the bridge and move along with design for a rehabilitation/reconstruction of the structure. DOT will continue to brief CB 5 on progress.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports and can accommodate Explanation: DOT continues to maintain the bridge and move along with design for a rehabilitation/reconstruction of the structure. DOT will continue to brief CB 5 on progress. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Transportation

PROVIDE PLANTINGS ON THE CONCRETE MEDIAN OF WOODHAVEN BOULEVARD BETWEEN ELIOT AVENUE AND THE INTERSECTION WITH COOPER AVENUE/YELLOWSTONE BOULEVARD The concrete median would better serve the public as a planted median that could absorb rainwater runoff and host other plantings to beautify the community.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports and can accommodate Explanation: Capital design for Woodhaven Blvd is currently underway and this request will be taken into account where feasible.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports and can accommodate Explanation: Capital design for Woodhaven Blvd is currently underway and this request will be taken into account where feasible. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Transportation

RECONSTRUCT FRESH POND ROAD FROM MYRTLE AVENUE TO ELIOT AVENUE, AND PROVIDE TRAFFIC FACILITATION IMPROVEMENTS Fresh Pond Road is a major north/south artery in the CB5Q area. This request includes planning/implementation of better traffic facilitation, by cutting into curb areas (where possible) to enable trucks and buses to get to the curb. For the short term, we succeeded in convincing NYC DOT Queens Street Maintenance supervisors to resurface Fresh Pond Road 5 years ago.

The board recorded support for this request from: Ridgewood Property Owners Civic Association

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: The agency will try to accommodate this issue within existing resources.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: The agency will try to accommodate this issue within existing resources. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Transportation

RECONSTRUCT SOUTH MIDDLE VILLAGE STREETS (HWQ 708) This long awaited project had been scheduled for FY 2013, but has been pushed back, but we must continue to advocate for the project to be moved up. As a short term measure, 73rd Place was resurfaced from Metropolitan Ave to 70 Ave., as were several other area roadways. This areawide project will include replacement of water mains, sewer lines, sidewalks, curbs, street lighting and roadway reconstruction of all streets bordered by Metropolitan Ave to the north, the LIRR and Cooper Ave. No. Service Rd to the South, 80 Street to the east and 73 Place to the west, not including Metropolitan Ave & 80 Street.

The board recorded support for this request from: Middle Village Property Owners Assoc.

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 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support but can address the need alternatively Explanation: DOT will continue to maintain these streets via in-house resources. Please log any specific concerns in the agency webform: https://www.nyc.gov/html/dot/html/contact/contact-form.shtml This answer reads differently from the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Transportation

EXTEND STREET/ROADWAY WIDENING ALONG THE SOUTH SIDE OF METROPOLITAN AVENUE, FROM WOODHAVEN BOULEVARD TO AUBREY AVENUE IN GLENDALE Some roadway widening was done, just west of Woodhaven Boulevard, when Home Depot opened on the east side of the Boulevard, but more needs to be done to reduce the traffic back-ups, especially considering the commercial development at nearby Atlas Terminals. The need is even greater now that several large chain stores have opened and are prospering on Metropolitan Avenue, east of Woodhaven Blvd and the Metropolitan High School has been in session for 11 years.

The board recorded support for this request from: Glendale Property Owners Association, Glendale Civic Association

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: DOT will continue to monitor conditions and look into possible traffic congestion mitigations.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: DOT will continue to monitor conditions and look into possible traffic congestion mitigations. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Transportation

RECONSTRUCT AND WIDEN THE EAST SIDE OF 80TH STREET, ON THE 80TH STREET BRIDGE, OVER THE LIRR, IN GLENDALE AND REVIEW THE STRUCTURAL STABILITY OF THE BRIDGE Pedestrians have to walk a narrow sidewalk to get to and from the Atlas Park Shopping Center. The roadway over the 80th Street Bridge in Glendale should be wide enough to allow sidewalk expansion, and reduce dangerous conditions for pedestrians.

The board recorded support for this request from: Glendale Property Owners Association

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 will consider this request in a future component rehab for this structure.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports and can accommodate Explanation: DOT will consider this request in a future component rehab for this structure. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Transportation

PROVIDE HISTORIC LIGHTING AND RESTORE DETERIORATED CURBING ALONG FRED HALLER'S UNION TURNPIKE MALL (Myrtle Avenue to Woodhaven Boulevard). Union Turnpike is a wide residential roadway, and is one of the gateways into CB5Q. Improvements needed include new curbing, tree root pruning, and new decorative historic LED lighting. This project has been partially funded, and new pavement has been installed along the center median.

The board recorded support for this request from: Glendale Property Owners Association, Glendale Civic Association of Queens

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

RECONSTRUCT 75th STREET FROM ELIOT AVENUE TO JUNIPER BOULEVARD NORTH, IN MIDDLE VILLAGE Although the Bureau of Highways crews have resurfaced 75th Street in the past 12 years, it is quite evident that this street needs reconstruction. Due to extensive roadway and street settlement, resurfacing is but a short-term solution. The portion of the roadway adjacent to the Learning Tree Day Care Center is higher then the sidewalk, causing unhealthy water accumulation.

The board recorded support for this request from: Juniper Park Civic Association

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: After site reviews it was determined that the existing sidewalk is too low and has exacerbated ponding issues on the block. The private property owner should look into reconstructing and raising their sidewalk as per NYC Admin Code. Alternatively, we suggest contacting DEP for a possible bioswale review.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: After site reviews it was determined that the existing sidewalk is too low and has exacerbated ponding issues on the block. The private property owner should look into reconstructing and raising their sidewalk as per NYC Admin Code. Alternatively, we suggest contacting DEP for a possible bioswale review. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Parks and Recreation

RECONSTRUCT MAFERA PARK Mafera Park is located on 65 Place at 68 Avenue. This vital park is on the Ridgewood/Glendale border and has the only major soft surface sports area for these communities. Much of this park is in need of reconstruction, including the children's playground (which is funded), and the asphalt softball field, much of which hasn't been reconstructed since 1995.

The board recorded support for this request from: Friends of Mafera Park, Ridgewood Property Owners & Civic Assoc.

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

REHABILITATE THE RIDGEWOOD RESERVOIR - PHASE 2 AND THE AND THE SURROUNDING AREA, INCLUDING PORTIONS OF HIGHLAND PARK, AND PROVIDE SAFER ACCESS FOR PEDESTRIANS AND BICYCLISTS This request is for the rehabilitation of the old pump house, or construction of a new building at the Ridgewood Reservoir site, to serve as an Environmental Center, with bathrooms. This reservoir is the closest place to a nature preserve anywhere near the Board 5 Queens area. Invasive Plant Species need to be removed. We are also requesting that funding be allocated to reconstruct ball fields in Highland Park, as Board 5 Queens has opposed development of reservoir basins for ball fields or other active recreational uses.

The board recorded support for this request from: Ridgewood Property Owners Civic Assoc., Liberty Park Homeowners Assoc.

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

HIRE FORESTRY PERSONNEL With previous cuts, the Forestry Division had been decimated. At one point, there were only 4 climbers and pruners to care for more than 327,000 street trees in Queens. Queens needs at least 55 climbers and pruners to remove and prune trees posing dangerous conditions.

The board recorded support for this request from: Ridgewood Property Owners & Civic Assn., Numerous Other Local Organizations

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

RECONSTRUCT BENNINGER PLAYGROUND & PROVIDE A MINI COMFORT STATION Benninger Playground, located on Madison Street, just west of Fresh Pond Road, is used extensively. The playground is in need of Reconstruction, including the Children's Playground and Basketball and Handball Court Areas. Fortunately, we are informed that Council Member Holden has allocated capital projects funding for this important reconstruction project and construction has begun. A mini comfort station is needed at this active park, due to some patrons using the park as their toilet.

The board recorded support for this request from: Ridgewood Property Owners & Civic Assoc.

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

PROVIDE NEW STREET TREE PLANTINGS AND PROVIDE FUNDING FOR STUMP REMOVALS, PLANTING OF REPLACEMENT TREES, AND STREET TREE REMOVALS The tornado that devastated portions of the CB5Q area on 9/16/2010 resulted in the loss of several hundred trees completely, and has necessitated removal of dead trees, along with street tree stumps. Funding is needed to replace uprooted trees, for the removal and replacement of dead trees, for the removal of street tree stumps and for emergency pruning of dangerous street tree conditions. Hurricane Irene uprooted numerous additional trees. Consideration for new plantings should include: Grand Avenue, Metropolitan Avenue, Myrtle Avenue, Fresh Pond Road and Wyckoff Avenue. CB5Q has, for decades, pushed for new street tree plantings, with much success. Street trees reduce air pollution and beautify city streets. Asthma and other respiratory problems are a great concern.

The board recorded support for this request from: Ridgewood Property Owners & Civic Association, Glendale Property Owners Association

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

ASSIGN MORE PERSONNEL AND EQUIPMENT FOR MAINTENANCE OF PARKS IN DISTRICT 5, QUEENS More park workers are needed to meet work requirements for the cleaning and maintenance of the 229.7 acres of parks in CD5Q. Currently, there are only 10 Parks Dept. maintenance staff, including supervisors, assigned for this massive parkland. Skilled maintenance workers (there are only 2 for all of Queens Districts 5, 9, 10 & Forest Park) should be funded year-round. Reseeding, aerating and fertilizing ball fields and grassy areas need to be priorities so that large capital expenditures are not wasted. Funding is also needed to hire more seasonal workers. Long standing vehicle needs include a new Crew Cab and a new Packer.

The board recorded support for this request from: Numerous Local Civic & Community Organizations

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

INSTALL MINI COMFORT STATIONS AT STARR PLAYGROUND, BENNINGER PLAYGROUND, UNCLE VITO MARANZANO'S GLENDALE PLAYGROUND, AND JUNIPER VALLEY PARK Starr Playground is located on Onderdonk Avenue at Starr Street, Benninger Park is located on Madison Street, just west of Fresh Pond Road, and Uncle Vito Maranzano's Glendale Playground is located on Central Avenue at 70th Street, The Juniper Valley Park comfort station request is for the section located between 80th Street and Dry Harbor Road and Juniper Blvd. North and South. This request is for the installation of mini comfort stations at each of these Parks Department properties. Too often people relieve themselves in corner areas of these smaller parks or adjacent to trees, posing very unhealthy conditions. Toilet facilities are needed, but the cost of these facilities in a park is astronomical.

The board recorded support for this request from: Ridgewood Property Owners & Civic Assoc.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 This request is not recommended for funding.
2. Published June 30, 2026 This request is not recommended for funding. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Parks and Recreation

ALLOCATE FUNDING FOR THE OPERATION AND ENHANCEMENT OF THE DIVISION OF FORESTRY IN QUEENS There are extensive needs for pruning of trees on city streets and in city parks, which are too numerous for the Division of Forestry to keep up with. There are currently thousands of street tree stumps that need to be removed in Queens. The following budget allocations are needed to address these conditions, and the need to remove dead trees and limbs on an emergency basis: $4.5 Million for county-wide pruning contract; $3.5 Million for removal of tree stumps in Queens; $2 million for removal of dead trees and limbs. Trees are aging, and risks of falling limbs and dead trees pose dangerous conditions.

The board recorded support for this request from: Ridgewood Property Owners Civic Assoc., Liberty Park Homeowners Assoc.

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

RECONSTRUCT THE LOWER BALLFIELDS IN JUNIPER VALLEY PARK (Fields 2 and 4) These soft surface baseball fields are deteriorated and need reconstruction, with consideration that these fields have also been used for youth soccer in recent years. These ballfields flood even during moderate rains, and can't be safely used for days after a moderate rain. Fields 1 and 3 were upgraded thanks to funding from the New York Mets.

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

RECONSTRUCT DRY HARBOR PLAYGROUND - PHASE 2, TO ALSO INCLUDE NEARBY TUNNEL AND PATHWAYS INTO FOREST PARK This City park is located on Myrtle Ave at 80 St, and is the only park for eastern Glendale. This Phase 2 request is for: replacement of the sewer line beneath the playground to alleviate flooding, rehabilitation of the asphalt softball field, and the park house/ bathrooms rehabilitation; and improved fencing around the children's playground. The reconstruction of the children's playground is completed. Funding is also needed to rehabilitate the tunnel and bicycle path under the Jackie Robinson Pkwy, and the connecting bicycle/golf cart pathway to its easterly connecting point of Forest Park Dr. Drainage, signage and lighting improvements are important along these pathways.

The board recorded support for this request from: Glendale Property Owners Association

Answers published for this request

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

Department of Parks and Recreation

ESTABLISH A COMMUNITY/RECREATION CENTER AT A SITE IN MASPETH The communities comprising District 5, Queens do not have a large indoor public space, other than schools, for recreation and community activities. This request is to build a new facility in Maspeth, preferably on a vacant parcel of land.

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

RECONSTRUCT EVERGREEN PARK PLAYGROUND IN GLENDALE - PHASE 3 This park is located on St. Felix Ave., between 60th Pl and 60th St, in Glendale, and is adjacent to PS 68. Thanks to funding allocated by Council Member Holden and Speaker Johnson, an innovative capital project will include basketball courts, a skate park area, volleyball courts, a walking track, and plantings. We look forward to the start of construction.

The board recorded support for this request from: Ridgewood Property Owners & Civic Association, Glendale Property Owners Association

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 The agency will try to accommodate this issue within existing resources. OMB supports the agency's position.
2. Published June 30, 2026 The agency will try to accommodate this issue within existing resources. OMB supports the agency's position. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Environmental Protection

REDESIGN AND RECONSTRUCT THE SEWER SYSTEM IN PORTIONS OF THE CB5Q AREA HAVING THE WORST FLOODING CONDITIONS (SEQ877) The main emphasis now needed is to achieve solutions to roadway and basement flooding during rainstorms for parts of the Glendale community, especially in the area of Cooper Avenue at 76 Street, and along 77 Avenue, from 76 Street to 88 Street (SE 877). Larger sewers are needed to prevent future household flooding from heavy rain storms. During the storm of 9/1/2021, homes along 77 Avenue were overwhelmed by more than 2 feet of water in basements.

The board recorded support for this request from: Glendale Property Owners Assoc.

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 FIELD WORKERS FOR THE BUREAU OF WATER AND SEWER OPERATIONS Field workers in sufficient numbers are needed to ensure that City water remains excellent; that catch basins are cleaned and repaired and sewer lines are flushed in a reasonable amount of time; that sewer backups and leaks are corrected expeditiously and that sewer repairs and fire hydrant repairs are performed in a timely manner. Cave-in conditions in the road and adjacent to catch basins too often have gone unrepaired for months, presenting dangerous conditions.

The board recorded support for this request from: Numerous Local Civics & Community Groups

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 STORMWATER RUNOFF MITIGATION This request is for installation of green infrastructure, to reduce the amount of storm water runoff that has caused home and street flooding conditions, and to prevent storm water from overwhelming the city sewer system.. Examples include rain gardens, also known as bioswales, and permeable pavement installations.

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

HIRE OPERATIONS STAFF FOR THE BUREAU OF WASTEWATER POLLUTION CONTROL Sufficient Staffing is needed to perform odor and water pollution control monitoring at wastewater treatment facilities in New York City. Odors from wastewater treatment facilities pose health hazards, will likely cause residents to move and could severely hamper business investment. Locally, we are most concerned about the Newtown Creek Water Pollution Control Plant.

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

RECONSTRUCT DETERIORATED CATCH BASINS IN THE QCB5 AREA AND PROVIDE NEW CATCH BASINS The replacement of deteriorated brick catch basins, with precast concrete basins, is critically needed. In addition, we consistently receive new basin requests to reduce street flooding. This need will continue, as catch basins are needed at new locations where there are significant ponding 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

PROVIDE SAFE PUBLIC ACCESS TO NEWTOWN CREEK AND CONSTRUCT AN ATHLETIC FIELD AT THE NYC DEP NEWTOWN CREEK AERATION FACILITY PROPERTY The NYC DEP has had an aeration facility built at 58-26 47 Street, in Maspeth, Queens, to improve Newtown Creek water quality. Local soccer advocates request that the land owned by N.Y. City, adjacent to the planned aeration facility, be developed as an athletic field because there is a shortage of sites where soccer can be safely played.

The board recorded support for this request from: Blau Weiss Gottschee Soccer Organization, Saint Stans Sports Association

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 Housing Preservation & Development

ALLOCATE FUNDING FOR DEPT. OF HOUSING PRESERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS Adequate funding must be appropriated to cope with illegal residential property uses ,deteriorating housing stock, and harassment of tenants by greedy landlords. The needs include HPD Code Enforcement Inspectors; funding for housing rehabilitation loan programs; substantial funding for tenant legal services, and for demolition and seal up operations in Queens. Currently, to our knowledge, only 21 Inspectors are assigned to Queens of 336 Inspectors working in N.Y. City.

The board recorded support for this request from: Ridgewood Property Owners and Civic Association, Greater Ridgewood Restoration Corp.

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

ESTABLISH A CONTEXTUAL SENIOR HOUSING RESIDENCE IN DISTRICT 5, QUEENS There is a significant need for affordable housing for seniors in Community District 5, Queens. Many older adults have little or no income other than Social Security, and apartment rents are not affordable for many seniors. Senior housing is needed that is in accord with neighborhood building character.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports and can accommodate Explanation: HPD will continue to fund the construction of senior housing from the development pipeline to maximize available resources.
2. Published June 30, 2026 The Executive 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 FUNDING FOR COMMUNITY CONSULTANT CONTRACTS In Q5 there are many multiple dwellings owned by landlords who need technical assistance related to leases, paperwork and tenant matters. Tenants are often in need of advice and assistance related to lease matters and landlords who do not upkeep property. In Q5, the Greater Ridgewood Restoration Corp. has a history of helping landlords and tenants . This organization has also prevented hundreds of properties from being taken from owners in lien sales, through excellent outreach to owners.

The board recorded support for this request from: Ridgewood Property Owners & Civic Assoc.

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 Funding and/or headcount was recently added. OMB supports the agency's position as follows: This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Sanitation

PROVIDE MORE SANITATION DEPARTMENT CLEANING PERSONNEL, TO CLEAN ILLEGAL DUMPING AND FOR LITTER BASKET COLLECTIONS Illegal dumping and garbage drop-off locations are a consistent problem in District 5, Queens. In order to alleviate these very problematic conditions, which are potential health hazards and hamper business investment: 1. Restore Clean Team personnel to clean dump-out and drop-off locations on a regular basis, 2. Provide adequate personnel to empty litter baskets 7 days a week.

The board recorded support for this request from: Ridgewood Local Dev't. Corp., Ridgewood Property Owners & Civic Assn.

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

CONTINUE 5 TIMES PER WEEK GARBAGE COLLECTION AND BEGIN 5 DAY A WEEK RECYCLING COLLECTION AT SCHOOLS The reduction to 2 days per week garbage collection caused unsanitary conditions around many local schools. School collection, 5 days per week, is critical during the school year and during the Summer. It is also important that recycling collection at schools be increased. Five times a week recycling collection is needed for many public schools, as the current conditions result in recyclables crowding school sidewalks.

The board recorded support for this request from: Ridgewood Property Owners & Civic Association

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports and can accommodate Explanation: Compost is collected five times a week from City Schools, Paper is collected three times a week, and Metal/Glass/Plastic is collected twice a week. Trash is collected on the neighborhood schedule, but with proper sorting of materials School collection should be properly routed at present.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports and can accommodate Explanation: Compost is collected five times a week from City Schools, Paper is collected three times a week, and Metal/Glass/Plastic is collected twice a week. Trash is collected on the neighborhood schedule, but with proper sorting of materials School collection should be properly routed at present. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Sanitation

INCREASE THE NUMBER OF SANITATION POLICE AND ENFORCEMENT AGENTS, ESPECIALLY IN PLAIN CLOTHES, TO SIGNIFICANTLY REDUCE EXCESSIVE ABUSE OF LITTER BASKETS AND ILLEGAL DUMPING Because of previous lay-offs, there are now fewer Sanitation Police citywide for illegal dumping. Sanitation Police positions should be greatly increased for illegal dumping, especially since they are revenue producing, and dumping is severely hurting communities. One SEA agent is needed daily in Q5. Severe fines, vehicle impoundments and more publicity, such as frequent press releases to TV and radio stations and major newspapers, are needed to make an example of dumpers and curtail illegal dumping. The abuse of litter baskets on commercial strips has become deplorable, and needs to be better addressed.

The board recorded support for this request from: Ridgewood Property Owners and Civic Assn., Glendale Property Owners Assn.

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.

Police Department

ASSIGN ADDITIONAL PERSONNEL FOR THE 104TH POLICE PRECINCT PATROL FORCE Within the last 12 years, the patrol strength of the 104th Pct. has dropped under 130 officers. At least 170 officers are needed for the 104th Pct., plus supervisors, to cope with robbery, burglary, felony assaults, some violent crime, domestic violence , scams, some inadequate response times, vehicular speeding, much illegal parking, auto theft and rowdy conditions often caused by substance abuse.

The board recorded support for this request from: Numerous Local Civic Groups

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 The agency will try to accommodate this issue within existing resources.
2. Published June 30, 2026 The agency will try to accommodate this issue within existing resources. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Police Department

REHABILITATE THE 104TH POLICE PRECINCT INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR The 104th Police Precinct station house is an old building and ongoing improvements needed include: heating system upgrades, plumbing upgrades (including: waste lines, supervisor's bathroom on the 1st floor, 2nd floor male bathroom and prisoner bathroom),electrical upgrades, windows replacement, providing handicapped access, fixing basement leaks, central air conditioning, and refurbishing the main desk. Problems with leaks from the waste lines are causing human waste to leak into precinct area on the lower floors and in the basement.

The board recorded support for this request from: Ridgewood Property Owners Civic Association, Glendale Property Owners Association

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 Agency supports but cannot accommodate Explanation: Capital projects for boiler replacement and heating upgrades is currently in design. Capital project for ADA accessibility upgrades is in pre-design.
2. Published June 30, 2026 Agency supports but cannot accommodate Explanation: Capital projects for boiler replacement and heating upgrades is currently in design. Capital project for ADA accessibility upgrades is in pre-design. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Police Department

HIRE ADDITIONAL SCHOOL SAFETY OFFICERS, CROSSING GUARDS AND TRAFFIC CONTROL AGENTS In consideration of dangerous traffic conditions, funding is needed to hire at least 5 additional school crossing guards for District 5, Queens schools. Most elementary schools have only 1 or 2 School Safety Officers; intermediate schools only have 3 officers, which in many schools is very insufficient. The city should earmark funding to hire additional traffic control agents (Traffic Enforcement Agents-Level 2) so that heavily travelled intersections can be staffed. This will diminish the need to assign Police Officers, who are paid more and need to be reducing crime.

The board recorded support for this request from: Juniper Park Civic Assn., Numerous Other Local Organizations

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 The agency will accommodate part of this request within existing resources.
2. Published June 30, 2026 The agency will accommodate part of this request within existing resources. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Education

CREATE ADDITIONAL CHILDCARE CENTERS There is a need for additional childcare in District 5, Queens, including Pre-K and 3K Programs, but there is a lack of available programs considering unmet demand for childcare.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports but cannot accommodate Explanation: The agency does not/cannot give priority to funding this request.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports but cannot accommodate Explanation: The agency does not/cannot give priority to funding this request. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Education

CONSTRUCT NEW HIGH SCHOOLS IN QUEENS, INCLUDING A NEW VOCATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL, AND PERFORM CAPITAL UPGRADES TO SCHOOL BUILDINGS This request includes Construction of New High Schools in Queens, including a new vocational high school, considering that many youth are very well suited to a career in electrical, plumbing and other trades and there is significant demand for skilled workers in many trades. For years there has been a shortage of high schools locally for Queens's teenagers. There is also an ongoing need to renovate existing school buildings.

The board recorded support for this request from: Council Member Robert Holden, Local Civic Organizations

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports and can accommodate Explanation: The agency agrees with this request, will accommodate in part.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports and can accommodate Explanation: The agency agrees with this request, will accommodate in part. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Fire Department

PROVIDE FUNDING FOR FIRE DEPARTMENT SERVICES Funding is needed for the following essential Fire Department Services: maintain engine companies and ladder companies at current staffing levels; provide funding for the Department's Building Unit; ensure adequate staffing for excellent maintenance of FDNY apparatus and other vehicles; and provide sufficient funding for the Fire Safety Education Unit. Priority should also be given to hiring a sufficient number of EMS staff to cope with increased needs for the life-saving services that they provide in our city.

The board recorded support for this request from: Numerous Local Civics and Community Organizations

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.

Fire Department

PROVIDE FUNDS FOR TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT FOR LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT PERSONNEL AND FOR FIRE PREVENTION PROGRAM SUPPLIES Hurst Tools, Rabbit Tools, defibrillators, power saws, first aid equipment, etc., are needed to ensure the safety of local residents. Funding for Fire Fighters' face pieces is also an important need. Funding is also requested to purchase 10,000 smoke detectors, at a total cost of approximately $100,000, and 10,000 carbon monoxide detectors, at a cost of $200,000 for distribution to the public throughout the year. Funding is requested to purchase 10,000 new CPR kits for public training and distribution.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports but cannot accommodate Explanation: FDNY will seek to accommodate within existing resources, although this will depend on availability of funding and overall agency prioritization. The Community Board should continue work with their relevant elected officials to allocate Council/BP funding at Budget Adoption.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports but cannot accommodate Explanation: FDNY will seek to accommodate within existing resources, although this will depend on availability of funding and overall agency prioritization. The Community Board should continue work with their relevant elected officials to allocate Council/BP funding at Budget Adoption. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Transit Authority

RECONSTRUCT THE DEKALB AVENUE, HALSEY STREET, AND JEFFERSON STREET TRAIN STATIONS (BMT- L Line) Only the Halsey Street Train Station is in Queens, but many of our Ridgewood residents either use these stations, or would use them, if they were not so deteriorated and if they were more inviting. ADA accessibility is needed at these stations, especially at DeKalb Avenue. There is increased development along the Brooklyn/Queens border, and we need to ensure that these train stations are modernized and rehabilitated. We are informed that, in 2012, the Halsey St. station had the largest percentage growth in passengers of any "L" train stations.

The board recorded support for this request from: Ridgewood Property Owners and Civic Assn., Ridgewood Local Development Corp.

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.

Transit Authority

REPLACE OR REPOWER POLLUTING STAGE ZERO FREIGHT ENGINES The use of freight rail locally has increased significantly in recent years, but the communities of Glendale, Middle Village, Ridgewood and Maspeth have suffered as a result. This request is for the replacement or repowering of old locomotives leased by N.Y. and Atlantic Railway from MTA/LIRR, with Tier 4 Switch Duty Cycle Locomotives. These old locomotives pollute our communities. 2 of the 11 old freight locomotives have been replaced thanks to State Funding obtained by Assembly Member Hevesi and other local State elected officials. One old locomotive was replaced thanks to a Federal EPA match. State funding has been allocated for more than 5 additional new freight locomotives, but MTA/LIRR have still not put out a bid.

The board recorded support for this request from: Civics United for Railroad Environmental Solutions (CURES), Glendale Property Owners Association

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.

Administration for Children's Services

FUND AN ADMINISTRATION FOR CHILDRENS SERVICES SATELLITE OFFICE IN QUEENS There is a need for a Administration for Childrens Services satellite office, especially during the 6 p.m. to 8 a.m. hours, to operate weekdays and weekends. Many children in the CB#5 Queens area have sought sanctuary from abusive parents, relatives and other individuals. With ACS staff hours limited, the abuse of children is too often unattended and the problem situation continues.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 This request has already been completed. Explanation: ACS already has 3 borough offices in Queens: 165-15 Archer Avenue, 1st Fl. 718-480-4392 90-25 161st Street, 3rd Fl. 718-262-1324 92-31 Union Hall Street, 3rd Fl. 718-725-3784
2. Published June 30, 2026 This request has already been completed. Explanation: ACS already has 3 borough offices in Queens: 165-15 Archer Avenue, 1st Fl. 718-480-4392 90-25 161st Street, 3rd Fl. 718-262-1324 92-31 Union Hall Street, 3rd Fl. 718-725-3784 This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department for the Aging

PROVIDE NEEDED SERVICES FOR SENIOR CITIZENS Community District 5, Queens has a very large senior citizen population, many of whom are frail, without adequate care and living alone. The following are necessary programs to meet some of the needs of senior citizens: 1) Provide adequate funding for Meals-on-Wheels programs; 2) Provide adequate funding for congregate meals programs; 3) Provide funding for senior transportation programs; 4) Fund Health Care Programs for the Elderly and Senior Home Care; 5) Fund Emergency Food Programs for Seniors.

The board recorded support for this request from: Numerous Local Civics & Community Organizations

Answers published for this request

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

Department of Buildings

HIRE INSPECTORS AND PLAN EXAMINERS, IN SUFFICIENT NUMBERS, TO COPE WITH ILLEGAL USES OF PROPERTY AND QUESTIONABLE CONSTRUCTION A separate afternoon/evening and weekend inspection team of 10 inspectors for Queens is critical because inspectors very often can't gain access in the daytime during the work-week. Communities throughout Queens have been plagued with illegal apartments posing dangerous conditions, school overcrowding and more pressure on limited City services. Construction inspectors and plan examiners in adequate numbers are needed to curtail contractors building homes larger than the zoning permits. Currently to our knowledge, Queens has 26 plan examiners and only 15 construction inspectors usually working in the borough.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports and can accommodate Explanation: Agency will continue with existing resources and funding. The agency recruits and train staff to enforce the building code.
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency supports and can accommodate Explanation: Agency will continue with existing resources and funding. The agency recruits and train staff to enforce the building code. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

HIRE ADDITIONAL PERSONNEL FOR PEST CONTROL TO REDUCE THE ENORMOUS RAT POPULATION IN OUR CITY The Borough of Queens has too few staff to adequately address the rodent infestation problem, which has increased with the growth of dump-out locations and vacant properties. A minimum of 4 additional inspectors and 4 additional staff to bait are needed for Queens.

The board recorded support for this request from: Ridgewood Property Owners & Civic Assn., Glendale Property Owners Assn.

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: This request has already been completed. Explanation: Public Health Sanitarians and Exterminators are niche public service positions that require minimum education and certifications. Challenges remain for recruitment and hiring as these civil service title requirements are governed by state laws and remains a challenge
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: This request has already been completed. Explanation: Public Health Sanitarians and Exterminators are niche public service positions that require minimum education and certifications. Challenges remain for recruitment and hiring as these civil service title requirements are governed by state laws and remains a challenge This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Department of Youth & Community Development

PROVIDE FUNDING FOR EDUCATIONAL AND RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN AND TEENS After school, evening and weekend delinquency prevention programs should be maintained locally. This is especially critical at a time when far too many children and teenagers are unsupervised by parents or guardians after the school day ends and on weekends. These programs are very critical as they increase self-esteem levels of participants, thereby preventing substance abuse and delinquent behavior. While Beacon Programs are welcome, it is vital that funding for other quality "local" education and recreation programs be a priority. Thankfully, recent Mayors and City Council Members have increased youth program funding substantially.

The board recorded support for this request from: Numerous Local Civic & Community Organizations

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: This request has already been completed. Explanation: DYCD has begun a three-year, 20,000 seat expansion of the COMPASS afterschool program.
2. Published June 30, 2026 This request has already been completed. Explanation: DYCD has begun a three-year, 20,000 seat expansion of the COMPASS afterschool program. Between May 12, 2026 and this publication only the publisher's wrapper sentence changed. The answer itself reads the same.

Health and Hospitals Corporation

CONTINUE FUNDING OF THE RIDGEWOOD MEDICAL CENTER, NOW RENAMED GOTHAM HEALTH/CUMBERLAND The Ridgewood Medical Center (formerly known as the Maspeth Child Health Station and Ridgewood Communicare Health Center) provides important health services to many children, families and senior citizens. Ridgewood and neighboring communities have seen an increase in the number of people struggling economically. The need to expand services beyond the hours of Mon. to Fri., 8:30am to 4:30pm, should be seriously considered to serve workers and workers with children.

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: The System believes that the hours of operations and staffing at this facility are adequate
2. Published June 30, 2026 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Agency does not support and cannot accommodate Explanation: The System believes that the hours of operations and staffing at this facility are adequate This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Human Resources Administration

PROVIDE FUNDING FOR RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS TO REDUCE HOMELESSNESS Consistent, adequate funding is needed for programs such as the Living in Communities Rental Assistance Program (LINC), to prevent people from becoming homeless, and to move people from shelters to more permanent housing.

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 Funding and/or headcount was recently added. OMB supports the agency's position as follows: This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.

Queens Borough Public Library

PROVIDE AT LEAST SEVEN-DAY-A-WEEK SERVICE AT LOCAL LIBRARIES Increased educational demands on students, the fact that many families cannot afford the internet or up-to-date computers and increasing immigrant populations necessitate that the great majority of local/branch libraries be open at least 6-days a week. Having Libraries open on Saturdays is especially important to many residents! Some of the more utilized public branch libraries should be open 7 days a week.

The board recorded support for this request from: Friends of the Ridgewood Library, Various Local Civic Organizations

Answers published for this request

1. Published May 12, 2026 It is recommended that this request be brought to the attention of your Elected Officials.
2. Published June 30, 2026 It is recommended that this request be brought to the attention of your Elected Officials. This answer reads the same as the one published May 12, 2026.