1. $1,133,000 for FDNY Rescue 2 Firehouse Roof Replacement as a community project funding request. The intended recipient is Fire Department City of New York located at 9 Metrotech Center, Brooklyn, New York, 11201. The project would be a valuable use of taxpayer funds because The FDNY Rescue 2 Roof Replacement project would fund the removal and replacement of the deteriorated roof system at the Rescue 2 firehouse in Brownsville, Brooklyn. Funds would support eligible capital costs, including demolition of the existing roof, installation of a new watertight roofing system, structural and waterproofing repairs, drainage improvements, and related building restoration. The current roof is actively leaking, causing water infiltration that threatens the building’s structural integrity and creates conditions for mold and interior damage. This project would restore the facility, prevent further deterioration, and ensure the firehouse remains safe and operational.
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2. $29,500.00 for Alvin M. Berk Community Conference Room Technology Upgrade as a community project funding request. The intended recipient is City of New York – Community Board 14 (Brooklyn) located at 810 E 16th Street, Brooklyn, New York, 11230. The project would be a valuable use of taxpayer funds because The Alvin M. Berk Community Conference Room Technology Upgrade project would fund improvements to the public meeting space at Community Board 14 in Brooklyn, New York. Funds would support eligible capital costs, including installation of integrated audio-visual systems, cameras, microphones, display equipment, and supporting electrical and connectivity infrastructure to modernize the facility. The current conference room is equipped with outdated and unreliable systems that limit its effective use for public meetings and official proceedings. This project will modernize a heavily used public facility, improving functionality and ensuring the space can support in-person and remote participation.
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3. $1,000,000.00 for Prospect Heights Campus Field Revitalization as a community project funding request. The intended recipient is Prospect Heights Campus located at 883 Classon Avenue, Brooklyn, New York, 11225. The project would be a valuable use of taxpayer funds because The Prospect Heights Campus Field Revitalization project would fund the reconstruction and improvement of the existing athletic field at Prospect Heights Campus, located at 883 Classon Avenue in Brooklyn, New York. Funds would support eligible capital costs, including site preparation, grading and drainage improvements, installation of a new playing surface, safety surfacing, fencing, lighting, and related site and accessibility upgrades designed for long-term durability and reduced maintenance needs. The field has significantly deteriorated and is no longer safe or usable for regular activities. This project would restore a critical on-campus facility, improve safety conditions, and return the space to productive use for students and the surrounding community.
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4. $1,500,000.00 for P.S. 199 Auditorium Upgrade as a community project funding request. The intended recipient is P.S. 199 Brooklyn located at 1100 Elm Avenue, Brooklyn, New York, 11230. The project would be a valuable use of taxpayer funds because The P.S. 199 Brooklyn Auditorium Upgrade project would fund the comprehensive renovation of the existing school auditorium at P.S. 199 in Brooklyn, New York. Funds would support eligible capital costs, including upgrades to lighting and sound systems, stage improvements, replacement of seating and flooring, installation of modern audio-visual equipment, and ADA accessibility improvements, along with related electrical and interior renovations. The current auditorium is outdated and deteriorating, with worn infrastructure and inadequate lighting and sound systems that limit its safe and effective use. This project would restore and modernize a heavily used, multipurpose facility, improving safety, functionality, and reliability.
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5. $1,500,000.00 for Student Wellness Restroom Modernization Project as a community project funding request. The intended recipient is PS 189 the Bilingual Center located at 1100 East New York Avenue, Brooklyn, New York, 11212. The project would be a valuable use of taxpayer funds because The Student Wellness Restroom Modernization Project would fund the full renovation of student and staff restroom facilities at P.S. 189 – The Bilingual Center in Brooklyn, New York. Funds would support eligible capital costs, including replacement of aging plumbing systems, installation of new fixtures, upgrades to ventilation, tiling, and finishes, and ADA accessibility improvements, along with related structural and utility work. The existing restrooms are outdated and in need of significant upgrades, with aging infrastructure that impacts sanitation, reliability, and usability. This project would restore essential building systems and ensure safe, clean, and functional facilities.
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6. $1,448,000.00 for Auditorium Renovation for The Brooklyn Green School as a community project funding request. The intended recipient is The Brooklyn Green School located at 130 Rochester Avenue, Brooklyn, New York, 11213. The project would be a valuable use of taxpayer funds because The Auditorium Renovation for The Brooklyn Green School project would fund the rehabilitation and modernization of the shared auditorium serving The Brooklyn Green School and P.S. 335 in Brooklyn, New York. Funds would support eligible capital costs, including upgrades to seating, lighting, and sound systems; improvements to climate control; ADA accessibility enhancements; and related electrical, structural, and interior renovations. The auditorium was constructed over 50 years ago and no longer meets current standards for safety, accessibility, or functionality. This project would restore a heavily used, shared facility that supports daily school programming and community use.
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7. $750,000.00 for Prospect Heights Campus Auditorium Upgrade as a community project funding request. The intended recipient is Brooklyn School for Music and Theatre located at 883 Classon Avenue, Brooklyn, New York, 11225. The project would be a valuable use of taxpayer funds because The Auditorium Upgrade project would fund the rehabilitation and modernization of the Prospect Heights Campus auditorium, located in Crown Heights, Brooklyn. Funds would support eligible capital costs, including upgrades to lighting and sound systems, installation of stage curtains, improvements to stage infrastructure, and related electrical and interior renovations to ensure the facility meets current operational standards. The existing auditorium lacks reliable lighting, sound, and technical infrastructure, limiting its safe and effective use as a performance and instructional space. This project would restore a heavily used, shared facility that supports multiple schools on the campus and a range of community uses.
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8. $1,400,000.00 for P.S. 180 The SEEALL Academy Auditorium Upgrade as a community project funding request. The intended recipient is The SEEALL Academy P.S. 180 located at 5601 16th Avenue, Brooklyn, New York, 11204. The project would be a valuable use of taxpayer funds because The P.S. 180 The SEEALL Academy Auditorium Upgrade project would fund the comprehensive renovation of the existing auditorium at P.S. 180 in Brooklyn, New York. Funds would support eligible capital costs, including modernization of audio-visual systems, upgrades to lighting, replacement of seating, stage and flooring improvements, and related electrical, structural, and interior renovations to bring the facility up to current standards, including accessibility improvements. The auditorium is approximately 100 years old and has not undergone significant upgrades, resulting in outdated infrastructure that limits its safe and effective use. This project would restore and modernize a critical school and community facility, improving functionality, safety, and reliability.
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9. $1,505,300.00 for P.S. 164 Caesar Rodney School Auditorium Upgrade as a community project funding request. The intended recipient is P.S. 164 Caesar Rodney School located at 4211 14th Avenue, Brookyln, New York, 11219. The project would be a valuable use of taxpayer funds because The P.S. 164 Auditorium Upgrade project would fund the comprehensive renovation of the existing school auditorium at P.S. 164 in Brooklyn, New York. Funds would support eligible capital costs, including installation of a new audio-visual system, projector and screen, stage lighting upgrades, replacement of seating and flooring, stage extension, new stage curtains, ceiling lighting replacement, and interior plastering and painting, along with ADA-related accessibility improvements. The auditorium is currently outdated and not fully functional, with a non-operational projection system, worn seating and flooring, and inadequate lighting and sound systems. These deficiencies limit its use for school programming and community events.
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10. $5,000,000.00 for W.A. Cunningham Intermediate School 234 Auditorium Renovation as a community project funding request. The intended recipient is W.A. Cunningham Intermediate School 234 located at 1875 East 17th Street, Brooklyn, New York, 11229. The project would be a valuable use of taxpayer funds because The Cunningham Performance Arts and Community Center Auditorium Renovation project would fund the rehabilitation and modernization of the existing auditorium at W.A. Cunningham Intermediate School 234, located at 1875 East 17th Street in Brooklyn, New York. Funds would support eligible capital costs, including stage reconstruction, seating replacement, upgraded lighting and sound systems, ADA accessibility improvements, and related electrical, structural, and interior renovations to bring the facility up to modern standards. The current auditorium is outdated, lacks functional performance infrastructure, and is not ADA compliant, limiting its safe and effective use. This project would restore and modernize a heavily used school and community facility, improving safety, accessibility, and functionality.
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11. $2,500,000.00 for The Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics Workforce Innovation Lab as a community project funding request. The intended recipient is The Research Foundation of City University of New York on behalf of Medgar Evers College located at 1650 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, New York, 11225. The project would be a valuable use of taxpayer funds because The Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics Workforce Innovation Lab project would fund the renovation and build-out of a dedicated training facility at Medgar Evers College in Brooklyn, New York. Funds would support eligible capital costs, including interior construction, installation of secure network infrastructure, acquisition of specialized cybersecurity and digital forensics equipment, and development of modern instructional and simulation lab space. This project will create a permanent workforce training facility designed to support hands-on learning in cybersecurity, information technology, and digital forensics. The lab will serve as a centralized hub for workforce training and applied learning.
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12. $1,200,000.00 for Central Brooklyn Business Support and Entrepreneurship Resource Center as a community project funding request. The intended recipient is The Research Foundation of the City University of New York on behalf of Medgar Evers College located at 1650 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn, New York, 11225. The project would be a valuable use of taxpayer funds because The Central Brooklyn Business Support and Entrepreneurship Resource Center project would fund the rehabilitation and outfitting of approximately 3,000 square feet of space at Medgar Evers College (CUNY) in Brooklyn, New York. Funds would support eligible capital costs, including interior construction, electrical and IT infrastructure, equipment installation, and build-out of a publicly accessible facility designed to support small business development services. This project will create a permanent, community-facing resource center that supports local economic activity by providing a dedicated space for business advising, training, and technical assistance.
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13. $4,500,000.00 for Green Power Energy Upgrade for Carroll and Bedford Buildings as a community project funding request. The intended recipient is The Research Foundation of City University of New York on behalf of Medgar Evers College located at 1650 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, New York, 11225. The project would be a valuable use of taxpayer funds because The Green Power Energy Upgrade for the Carroll and Bedford Buildings project would fund the modernization of building systems at Medgar Evers College in Brooklyn, New York. Funds would support eligible capital costs, including installation of high-efficiency HVAC systems, smart building controls, LED lighting retrofits, and potential integration of renewable energy infrastructure such as solar power, along with related electrical and structural upgrades. The existing systems are outdated and inefficient, resulting in high energy consumption, increased operating costs, and reduced reliability. This project would address deferred maintenance, improve building performance, and ensure the long-term functionality of facilities used for instruction and student support.
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14. $2,085,000.00 for Recreational Infrastructure Reconstruction as a community project funding request. The intended recipient is The City University of New York – Brooklyn College located at 2900 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn, New York, 11210. The project would be a valuable use of taxpayer funds because The Recreational Infrastructure Reconstruction project would fund the renovation and modernization of outdoor tennis courts and related facilities at Brooklyn College in Brooklyn, New York. Funds would support eligible capital costs, including resurfacing courts, repairing sub-base and drainage systems, upgrading fencing and lighting, and improving accessibility and supporting infrastructure. The existing recreational facilities are aging and deteriorated, limiting safe use and reducing their functionality. This project will restore and improve a heavily used recreational asset, ensuring it meets current safety and usability standards.
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15. $2,500,000.00 for Bedford Building Parking Lot Reconstruction as a community project funding request. The intended recipient is The Research Foundation of City University of New York on behalf of Medgar Evers College located at 1650 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, New York, 11225. The project would be a valuable use of taxpayer funds because The Bedford Building Parking Lot Reconstruction project would fund the reconstruction and improvement of the existing parking lot at Medgar Evers College in Brooklyn, New York. Funds would support eligible capital costs, including resurfacing, re-striping, drainage improvements, installation of ADA-compliant pathways, lighting upgrades, and clearly defined pedestrian walkways, along with related site and utility work. The current parking lot infrastructure is deteriorated and does not meet modern safety or accessibility standards. This project will restore and improve a critical campus access point, enhancing safety and functionality for pedestrians and vehicles.
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16. $2,000,000.00 for NYC Neighborhood Internet Network as a community project funding request. The intended recipient is New York City Department of Housing Preservation & Development (NYC HPD) located at 100 Gold Street, New York, New York, 10038. The project would be a valuable use of taxpayer funds because The NYC Neighborhood Internet Network project would fund the expansion of broadband infrastructure to residential buildings in New York’s 9th Congressional District. Funds would support eligible capital costs, including installation of fiber or fixed wireless infrastructure, in-building wiring, routers, network hardware, and related equipment necessary to establish permanent, building-level connectivity systems. This project builds on an existing, proven model developed in partnership with the New York Public Library to deliver reliable, building-based internet access. Expanding this infrastructure into Brooklyn will address gaps in connectivity by installing durable systems that can serve residents for decades with minimal ongoing cost.
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17. $5,000,000.00 for ADA Compliance: Avenue N/Culver Station as a community project funding request. The intended recipient is New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority located at 2 Broadway, New York, New York, 10004. The project would be a valuable use of taxpayer funds because The ADA Compliance: Avenue N / Culver Station project will bring the station into full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) through installation of elevators and related accessibility improvements. Located in Brooklyn and serving the Midwood and Bensonhurst neighborhoods, the station is a key access point to the New York City transit network but currently lacks full accessibility. The project includes installation of one or more elevators and associated elevator machine rooms (EMRs), modifications to stairs and fare control areas, installation of ADA boarding areas and tactile warning strips, and upgrades to mechanical, electrical, communications, and utility systems. Upon completion, the project will provide a fully accessible path from street to platform, improving mobility and system usability for all riders.
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18. $1.1 million for the New York City’s Department of Probation’s AI STEM Training Lab for NYC Youth Program as a Community Project Funding Request. Employment is the single strongest predictor of successful probation completion and long-term desistance from crime. This initiative would establish a structured learning environment, referred to here as an AI STEM Lab, at one or more NeON sites. This program directly responds to the City’s commitment to workforce equity and economic mobility. It opens a new employment pipeline for justice-involved individuals in a high-growth sector where credential-based hiring, rather than credential-exclusive hiring, creates genuine opportunity and reduces recidivism, creating a safer community.
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19. $1 million in funding for the New York City Department of Information Technology and Telecommunication’s Cybersecurity Academy Expansion Program as a Community Project Funding Request. The New York City Cybersecurity Academy was designed to build a sustainable pool of cybersecurity talent by upskilling and reskilling agency staff through free trainings. The Academy’s continued focus is to provide agency staff with specialized trainings to improve the City’s collective ability to respond to a cybersecurity incident. Currently, OTI/NYC Cyber Command has graduated 84 cyber liaisons from 63 city agencies. In this next phase the Academy will build a robust public engagement campaign, including outreach to community boards, non-profits, and libraries as well as multi-lingual paid and earned media to raise citywide awareness.