FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is a Community Board?
New York City is divided into 59 geographic Community Districts, each one having an appointed Community Board. The Community Boards are municipal bodies of up to 50 representative Board Members. Board Members are appointed by their respective Borough President, half of them at the recommendation of their local City Council Member. They serve in a voluntary capacity for two year staggered terms. Board Members are your neighbors - people who live, work, own a business, or have some other significant interest in the Community District. The Community Board hires a District Manager who is responsible for running the District Office.
Who are the Community Board Members?
Click here to see the list of CB5 Members
What is the job of the District office?
The CB5 District Office has two primary functions - to process citizen complaints and requests for services, and to provide administrative support for the Community Board. The District Office maintains all the public records of the activities of the Community Board and is responsible for setting up and preparing notices of all Community Board meetings and functions. Additionally, the District Office reviews Street Activity Permit applications for street fairs, block parties and other street closures, monitors the delivery of municipal services and, in general, acts as a one-stop shopping point for information and referrals pertaining to all City government matters. The District Office is a professional, non-partisan office. There are no fees for any services provided.
How can I get a permit to have a block party?
Please click here, and follow the directions on the website.
When does Community Board 5 meet?
Community Board 5 meets the 4th Wednesday of every month, except July & August. There are no meetings held during the months of July & August. Meeting dates can change because of weather and holidays, so be sure to check the BrooklynCB5.org website regularly to find out about updates and meeting changes.
Can I speak at a Community Board meeting?
Yes, you can. You must show up to the monthly meeting and sign up for a 2 minute slot.
How Can I become a Community Board Member?