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CB6 - Brooklyn Community Board 6
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Serving the Brooklyn neighborhoods of Park Slope, Gowanus, Carroll Gardens, Cobble Hill, Red Hook, and the Columbia St Waterfront.

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aspishakthomas.com
As chair of the @bkcb6.bsky.social Business Affairs and Licenses committee, we have been pushing for year-round outdoor dining for years. When it went away, so did mass support for our favorite bars and restaurants. I’m thrilled and cannot wait to be having a cozy dinner outside in December!
bkcb6.bsky.social CB6 - Brooklyn Community Board 6 @bkcb6.bsky.social · Aug 14
Outdoor dining is coming back year round. Thanks @cmrestler.bsky.social, @cmshahanahanif.bsky.social, CM Aviles & BP Reynoso.

CB6 Business Affairs, chaired by @aspishakthomas.com, backed it. So did Transportation, chaired by @brooklynspoke.bsky.social & @tonymelone.bsky.social, & our Full Board.
CB6 graphic announcing that year-round outdoor dining is coming back after the City Council passed four bills, with thanks to the elected officials who sponsored them and the CB6 resolution supporting it.
August 14, 2026 at 6:54 AM
bkcb6.bsky.social
Outdoor dining is coming back year round. Thanks @cmrestler.bsky.social, @cmshahanahanif.bsky.social, CM Aviles & BP Reynoso.

CB6 Business Affairs, chaired by @aspishakthomas.com, backed it. So did Transportation, chaired by @brooklynspoke.bsky.social & @tonymelone.bsky.social, & our Full Board.
CB6 graphic announcing that year-round outdoor dining is coming back after the City Council passed four bills, with thanks to the elected officials who sponsored them and the CB6 resolution supporting it.
August 14, 2026 at 3:53 AM
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racioppomike.bsky.social
Credit to @mayor.nyc.gov & Deputy Mayor Borzag on Block by Block & LIFT list w/ 120 city owned sites to build housing on.

I sent letter flagging 250 Baltic St (yes @bkcb6.bsky.social office) , zoned R6, so residential needs no ULURP.

🤞 list become 121 🏠 sites 🏢.

bkcb6.app/blockbyblock
Two panels. Left: CB6 graphic headed “LIFT list + 1,” with the city’s Block by Block and LIFT banners and maps of the 120 LIFT sites, noting CB6 wants to add one more. Right: CB6’s letter asking that 250 Baltic Street join the list. A QR code and bit.ly/Cb6lift812 run down the middle.
August 13, 2026 at 1:24 PM
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brooklynspoke.bsky.social
In a neighborhood where lots of people lack access to cooling infrastructure and many families don't have the resources for summer camps or vacations, this is an injustice. The next nearest pool, the Double D, is also closed right now, and it also serves a lot of families in NYCHA buildings.
Pool Report: Parks Dept. Leaves Red Hookers Hot And Bothered — Again! - Streetsblog New York City
We don't want to win a Pool-itzer, but for the second straight year, we're forced to cover how an equipment failure has led to the shuttering of the Red Hook Pool.
nyc.streetsblog.org
June 30, 2026 at 5:16 PM
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brooklynspoke.bsky.social
I finally got to see the newly restored Carroll Street Bridge in Gowanus and it's a thing of beauty. Open for pedestrians and people on bikes only. I'm so proud of my friends at @bkcb6.bsky.social for advocating for this and thankful to @nycdot.bsky.social for getting it done. I'm overjoyed!
couple walking over a wooden walkway on a blue steel bridge. blue bicycle on wooden bridge with blue steel. person walking dog over wooden bridge surface with blue steel supports.
June 23, 2026 at 5:27 PM
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brooklynspoke.bsky.social
Another simple yet important addition to the bike network in Brooklyn: 2 parking spaces removed to make it easier and safer for people on bikes to access President Street from Prospect Park West. Thanks @nyc-dot.bsky.social and @bkcb6.bsky.social for making this happen!
Green bike lane in foreground, black pavement with white stripes and tall building in background. green bike lane in foreground, white stripes on black asphalt street in background with apartment buildings behind that.
June 29, 2026 at 3:22 AM
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racioppomike.bsky.social
NYC’s headed for a “heat dome”, with an emergency declared and heat indices possibly hitting 109°

~4/5 of @bkcb6.bsky.social runs hotter than citywide avg

I built a page about it

•CB6 cooling center map
•Heat vulnerability map
• CB6 surface map

bkcb6.app/cooldown
bkcb6.app/cooldown
June 30, 2026 at 1:33 AM
bkcb6.bsky.social
🎉 Congrats to @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social on being elected Mayor, and to @bkbpreynoso.bsky.social, @shahanafrombk.bsky.social, @cmalexaaviles.bsky.social, and @jumaane.bsky.social on re-election.

And congrats to @aschierenbeck.bsky.social and the CRC team on Questions 2 to 5 passing.
enr.boenyc.gov
A graphic showing a screenshot of the New York City Board of Elections unofficial election night results page for November 4, 2025. On the left is a list of election contests including Mayor, Public Advocate, City Comptroller, District Attorney, Borough President, and several ballot proposals. On the right is a circular “I Voted” sticker with a skyline silhouette. Text reads: “See results from the Board of Elections @ enr.boenyc.gov.” The graphic is framed in red, white, and blue.
November 5, 2025 at 8:16 PM
bkcb6.bsky.social
It’s Election Day! Vote🗳️! Polls are open until 9 PM. findmypollsite.vote.nyc

Also, take note that schools and government offices are closed, there is no trash, recycling or composting and Alternate Side Parking is suspended.
Graphic from Brooklyn Community Board 6 reminding residents to vote on Election Day, Tuesday, November 4, 2025. It lists offices on the ballot: Mayor, Comptroller, District Attorney, Public Advocate, Borough President, City Council, and Charter Changes. It also notes city service changes: schools and government offices are closed, no DSNY collections, and Alternate Side Parking is suspended. The image includes a large “VOTE!” headline, the CB6 logo, and an “I Voted” sticker graphic.
November 4, 2025 at 2:22 PM
bkcb6.bsky.social
Now that we’ve got an extra hour, the question becomes: what will we do with it? Vote! 🗳️

Today, Sun, Nov 2, is the last day of early voting. Polls are open 9 AM –5 PM. It won’t take the whole extra hour, and you get a sticker.

Not sure where to vote? findmypollsite.vote.nyc
Graphic with dark blue background and orange and white text that reads: “Sunday, November 2, 2025. TODAY is the LAST day to VOTE EARLY! POLLS are OPEN from 9AM until 5PM.” Below, white text lists: “Vote for Mayor, Comptroller, District Attorney, Public Advocate, Borough President, City Council, Charter Changes.” Bottom line reads: “Find out where to vote @ findmypollsite.vote.nyc.” On the left is a red circular sticker graphic with a blue Brooklyn Bridge illustration and text that says “Brooklyn VOTES EARLY.” The Brooklyn Community Board 6 logo appears in the top right corner.
November 2, 2025 at 7:10 AM
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brooklynspoke.bsky.social
New short two-way protected bike lane connector on Union Street in Gowanus. Thanks @nyc-dot.bsky.social! Another project supported by @bkcb6.bsky.social. Glad to see the network taking shape in this part of the neighborhood.
November 2, 2025 at 12:26 AM
bkcb6.bsky.social
While less spooky today, you can still vote early until 5PM today, Saturday, November 1st, and tomorrow, Sunday , November 2nd, from 9am until 5pm. findmypollsite.vote.nyc
A Brooklyn Community Board 6 graphic with a dark blue background and orange border. Large orange and white text reads “VOTE EARLY! Saturday, November 1, 2025.” It says polls are open until 5 PM and lists races for Mayor, Comptroller, District Attorney, Public Advocate, Borough President, City Council, and Charter Changes. The CB6 logo is in the upper right, and a red “Brooklyn Votes Early” sticker featuring the Brooklyn Bridge illustration appears in the bottom right with the line “You’ll get a sticker!” A similar Brooklyn Community Board 6 graphic promoting early voting with the same layout and color scheme. The text reads “VOTE EARLY! Sunday, November 2, 2025.” It notes that polls will be open from 9 AM until 5 PM and lists the same races. The CB6 logo is in the top right, and a red “Brooklyn Votes Early” sticker featuring the bridge illustration appears in the lower right corner.
November 1, 2025 at 1:50 PM
bkcb6.bsky.social
Greetings from Spooky CB6! 🎃
Vote early, vote today. It’s Friday, October 31, 2025, and polls are open from 9 AM until 5 PM.
Cast your ballot and get this year’s limited-edition Halloween Voter sticker.
findmypollsite.vote.nyc
October 31, 2025 at 6:51 AM
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gowanuscag.bsky.social
Please join us tonight at 6:30 pm via Zoom for our October general meeting, featuring an update on the status of the Gowanus Canal Superfund cleanup from USEPA. Find a link to the meeting and an agenda here: gowanuscag.org/index.php/20...
October 28, 2025 at 6:32 PM
bkcb6.bsky.social
Vote early, vote today!

Today, Monday, October 27th, polls will be open from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.

Not sure where to vote?

Go to findmypollsite.vote.nyc
Brooklyn Community Board 6 early voting graphic with the headline “VOTE EARLY!” The text reads: “Monday, October 27, 2025. Polls will be open from 9 AM until 5 PM.” Below, it says “Vote for:” followed by a bulleted list: Mayor, Comptroller, District Attorney, Public Advocate, City Council, and Charter Changes. At the bottom, text reads: “Find out where to vote @ findmypollsite.vote.nyc.” The design features a navy blue background with white and orange text and the CB6 logo in the upper right corner. Alt text: Brooklyn Community Board 6 graphic titled “VOTE EARLY!” showing the full early voting schedule for 2025. Dates listed include: • Sunday, October 26 and Monday, October 27 – polls open 9 AM to 5 PM • Tuesday, October 28 and Wednesday, October 29 – polls open 10 AM to 8 PM • Thursday, October 30 – polls open 9 AM to 5 PM • Friday, October 31 – polls open 9 AM to 5 PM (highlighted in black) • Saturday, November 1 and Sunday, November 2 – polls open 9 AM to 5 PM. Earlier dates are crossed out. The lower section lists offices on the ballot: Mayor, Comptroller, District Attorney, Public Advocate, City Council, and Charter Changes, followed by “Find out where to vote @ findmypollsite.vote.nyc.” The design uses CB6’s navy blue, orange, and white color scheme with the CB6 logo in the upper left corner.
October 27, 2025 at 10:40 AM
bkcb6.bsky.social
Vote early, vote today!

Sunday, October 26th, polls are open from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.

Not sure where to vote? Go to findmypollsite.vote.nyc
Graphic from Brooklyn Community Board 6 encouraging early voting. The headline reads “VOTE EARLY!” followed by “Sunday, October 26, 2025.” Text below says “Polls will be open from 9 AM until 5 PM.” A list indicates offices on the ballot: Mayor, Comptroller, District Attorney, Public Advocate, City Council, and Charter Changes. The bottom line reads “Find out where to vote @ findmypollsite.vote.nyc.” The background is navy blue with orange and white text and the CB6 logo in the upper right corner. Brooklyn Community Board 6 early voting schedule graphic. The header says “VOTE EARLY!” followed by a list of early voting dates and hours: • Sunday, October 26, Monday, October 27, Thursday, October 30, Saturday, November 1, and Sunday, November 2 — polls open 9 AM – 5 PM • Tuesday, October 28, and Wednesday, October 29 — polls open 10 AM – 8 PM • Friday, October 31 — polls open 9 AM – 5 PM (highlighted in black). Some earlier dates are crossed out. The lower section lists offices on the ballot (Mayor, Comptroller, District Attorney, Public Advocate, City Council, Charter Changes) and says “Find out where to vote @ findmypollsite.vote.nyc.” The design uses CB6’s navy, orange, and white color scheme with the CB6 logo in the corner.
October 26, 2025 at 12:54 PM
bkcb6.bsky.social
As @aspishakthomas.com said, take our survey! bit.ly/CB6SurvFY27
Graphic for Brooklyn Community Board 6’s FY2027 District Needs Survey. The background is navy blue with bold white and orange text. Large text reads “FY2027 District Needs Survey.” On the right, the CB6 logo appears with the words “Brooklyn Community Board 6” beneath it. Below, smaller text reads “Click, Scan, Visit bit.ly/CB6SurvFY27” next to a QR code. The design uses CB6’s signature navy, orange, and white color scheme with clean, block-style typography.
October 25, 2025 at 6:17 PM
bkcb6.bsky.social
Polls are open until 5 PM today, Saturday Oct 25 and from 9 am until 5 PM tomorrow, Sun Oct 26th. Find where to vote findmypollsite.vote.nyc
Graphic reading “VOTE EARLY! Saturday, October 25, 2025. Polls are open UNTIL 5 PM.” Text lists offices on the ballot — Mayor, Comptroller, District Attorney, Public Advocate, City Council, and Charter Changes — and includes the Brooklyn Community Board 6 logo with a note to find your polling place at findmypollsite.vote.nyc. Blue and orange design. Graphic reading “VOTE EARLY! Sunday, October 26, 2025. Polls will be open from 9 AM UNTIL 5 PM.” Text lists offices on the ballot — Mayor, Comptroller, District Attorney, Public Advocate, City Council, and Charter Changes — and includes the Brooklyn Community Board 6 logo with a note to find your polling place at findmypollsite.vote.nyc. Blue and orange design.
October 25, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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bkcb6.bsky.social
Vote today!

Polls are open until 5 PM.

Find where: findmypollsite.vote.nyc
Graphic from Brooklyn Community Board 6 reading: “VOTE EARLY TODAY! Saturday, October 25, 2025. Polls open from 9 AM until 5 PM. Vote for: Mayor, Comptroller, District Attorney, Public Advocate, City Council, Charter Changes. Find out where to vote @ findmypollsite.vote.nyc.” The CB6 logo appears in the upper right corner. Colors are navy blue, white, and orange.
October 25, 2025 at 4:26 PM
bkcb6.bsky.social
Vote today!

Polls are open until 5 PM.

Find where: findmypollsite.vote.nyc
Graphic from Brooklyn Community Board 6 reading: “VOTE EARLY TODAY! Saturday, October 25, 2025. Polls open from 9 AM until 5 PM. Vote for: Mayor, Comptroller, District Attorney, Public Advocate, City Council, Charter Changes. Find out where to vote @ findmypollsite.vote.nyc.” The CB6 logo appears in the upper right corner. Colors are navy blue, white, and orange.
October 25, 2025 at 4:26 PM
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aspishakthomas.com
Every year community boards across New York City submit a "District Needs Statement", identifying their district's priorities with the hopes of influencing the city budget. @racioppomike.bsky.social writes about the process and highlights our call on @bkcb6.bsky.social for community input.
Suggesting You Choose to Take A Survey
One of your neighbors posted in Politics & Government. Click through to read what they have to say. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.)
patch.com
October 23, 2025 at 5:28 PM
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aspishakthomas.com
We want to hear from you! If you live in Brooklyn CB6 (Red Hook, Gowanus, Carroll Gardens, Cobble Hill, Park Slope, Columbia Waterfront) fill out our survey and let us know what you want to see prioritized in this year's district needs statement.
CB6 FY2027 District Needs Assessment Survey
Brooklyn Community Board 6 is currently preparing our Fiscal Year 2027 District Needs Assessment. This document, which we submit to the City of New York each fall, helps guide our budget priorities. ...
docs.google.com
October 23, 2025 at 5:28 PM
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brooklynspoke.bsky.social
"Housing is the most-pressing crisis facing New York City. The plan delivers up to 6,000 new homes, with 2,650 permanently below market rate at deep affordability levels, including 250 units reserved for NYCHA residents from the surrounding neighborhoods."
racioppomike.bsky.social Mike Racioppo @racioppomike.bsky.social · Sep 29
I’m in @nyc.streetsblog.org this morning with an op-Ed on my ‘Yes’ on the Brooklyn Marine Terminal Vision Plan. bit.ly/streetsblogmikerac930
Website header with an article titled "Pro: Why I Voted 'Yes' on the Brooklyn Marine Terminal Vision Plan" and a cityscape image below. STREETSBLOG NYC Pro: Why I Voted ‘Yes’ on the Brooklyn Marine Terminal Vision Plan By Mike Racioppo
September 29, 2025 at 1:46 PM
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racioppomike.bsky.social
Celebrated #CityOfWaterDay w/ the Gowanus Canal Conservancy at Thomas Greene Park! Huge credit & thanks to @bkcb6.bsky.social members Aurelia Casey & Joe Anne Brown for making it happen.

It all reinforces why a Gowanus BID will benefit Gowanus’s future.
gowanusimprovementdistrict.org
July 12, 2025 at 10:02 PM
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aspishakthomas.com
We did it, it's open! I both checked out and returned books today at the new Carroll Gardens popup library. In just 3 months, so many people came together to make this dream a reality and it's a beautiful thing, we've never been more back 🥹
bkcb6.bsky.social CB6 - Brooklyn Community Board 6 @bkcb6.bsky.social · Jul 9
Come by 250 Baltic and take out a book like @aspishakthomas.com did today!
cmshahanahanif.bsky.social Council Member Shahana Hanif @cmshahanahanif.bsky.social · Jul 9
📣The Carroll Gardens Pop-up Library is officially open!

Check out the space on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays between 1 PM and 5 PM.

Big thanks to DCAS, Cobble Hill Association, @bklynlibrary.bsky.social, IKEA & Friends of Carroll Gardens Library for their collaboration 📚
July 9, 2025 at 8:26 PM