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Auburndale Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Spring 2025_Election law seminar
March 3, 2025
Population: 1542
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made of a Mixture of Hispanics, Whites and Asians, Languages composed of English, Spanish, Chinese, Korean
Community Activities and Services
My community has a railroad station, three schools, two libraries, one USP office, One Supermarket, Street filled with Restruants
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community has a lack of trees, densely populated and polluted
Community Needs and Concerns
The Community need social services
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Auburndale Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Spring 2025_Election law seminar
March 3, 2025
Population: 1542
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made of a Mixture of Hispanics, Whites and Asians, Languages composed of English, Spanish, Chinese, Korean
Community Activities and Services
My community has a railroad station, three schools, two libraries, one USP office, One Supermarket, Street filled with Restruants
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community has a lack of trees, densely populated and polluted
Community Needs and Concerns
The Community need social services
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Auburndale Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Spring 2025_Election law seminar
March 3, 2025
Population: 1542
housing suburban
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made of a Mixture of Hispanics, Whites and Asians, Languages composed of English, Spanish, Chinese, Korean
Community Activities and Services
My community has a railroad station, three schools, two libraries, one USP office, One Supermarket, Street filled with Restruants
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community has a lack of trees, densely populated and polluted
Community Needs and Concerns
The Community need social services
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Queens
March 3, 2025
Population: 2085
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made up of Chinese Community in Flushing, Queens and it's rich and historic culture
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Auburndale Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Spring 2025_Election law seminar
March 3, 2025
Population: 1542
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made of a Mixture of Hispanics, Whites and Asians, Languages composed of English, Spanish, Chinese, Korean
Community Activities and Services
My community has a railroad station, three schools, two libraries, one USP office, One Supermarket, Street filled with Restruants
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community has a lack of trees, densely populated and polluted
Community Needs and Concerns
The Community need social services
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Auburndale Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Spring 2025_Election law seminar
March 3, 2025
Population: 1542
pollution housing immigration suburban middle class
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made of a Mixture of Hispanics, Whites and Asians, Languages composed of English, Spanish, Chinese, Korean
Community Activities and Services
My community has a railroad station, three schools, two libraries, one USP office, One Supermarket, Street filled with Restruants
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community has a lack of trees, densely populated and polluted
Community Needs and Concerns
The Community need social services
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Jamaica Estates
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Spring 2025_Election law seminar
March 3, 2025
Population: 5
schools housing crime education outdoor activities
Community Activities and Services
In my community, people gather at Cunnigham Park, the local park where events are held. These events range from concerts to discussions of social issues.
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Rego Park/Forest Hills Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Spring 2025_Election law seminar
March 3, 2025
Population: 689
housing diversity education Judaism Middle Eastern
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made up of people of Bukharian Jewish decent and people who are Russian speaking. The main languages are English, Russian, Spanish, and Hebrew. There are some hispanic people but it is mainly made up of Jewish people and Americans.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of people who visit places such as Queens Blvd, Synagogues, Queens Center Mall, the schools (Forest Hills High School) and a variety of places to go shopping on 108th Street
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is located near many schools and shopping centers and is located near a lake. There are also many parks near. Residents are usually employed out in the city or in Long Island. The ones employed here are usually in medical offices/schools.
Community Needs and Concerns
My community is very connected to another community in Forest Hills as the schools are very close and so are the malls and parks.
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Rego park
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Spring 2025_Election law seminar
March 3, 2025
Population: 654
transportation food housing healthcare education
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is a mix of Jewish and Russians, that manly speak English and Russian.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is located near flushing meadow park, which is a park as well as a lake. During the summer you have all cultures BBQ as well as enjoying the outdoor weather.
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Queens College
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Spring 2025_Election law seminar
March 3, 2025
Population: 2085
transportation diversity crime education elderly
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made up of Korean businesses and makes up the majority of upper Queens.
Community Activities and Services
My community goes to The Giving Church of New York, where Korean Christians go to worship and gather together. Also it's an educational area where kids go to Edward Bleeker Junior High and P.S 021 Edward Hart.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Most Koreans focus on food and retail services.
Community Needs and Concerns
My district is run by Korean-American assembly member Ron Kim. There was a surge of anti-asian sediments during the pandemic by a diverse set of races. More education on the treatment of asians would be nice.
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Indonesians of NYC
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Spring 2025_Election law seminar
March 3, 2025
Population: 2818
food immigration Christianity Buddhism Southeast Asian
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made up of the Indonesian population in New York, primarily concentrated in Elmhurst. There are several undocumented Indonesians.
Community Activities and Services
My community gathers at St. James Episcopal Church, where a group of chefs and small businesses host an Indonesian food bazaar once a month. There are also supermarkets dedicated to selling Indonesian products, including IndoJava and Ok Indo Food Store. For Buddhist Indonesians, Vihara Parivara Dhamma Acala is a temple they might gather at.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Many of the degrees my community acquired back in Indonesia are not often considered valid in the United States, forcing them to take up jobs that are unrelated to their profession and education back at home. This results in the community being forced to work in various industries, "working off the books," or unemployed.
Community Needs and Concerns
There are so few Indonesians as opposed to other ethnic communities in New York, so not much is known about the community. Elmhurst is often considered a "Little Indonesia" because Indonesian festivals and events, restaurants, and supermarkets can be found in Elmhurst.
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Forest Hills
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Spring 2025_Election law seminar
March 3, 2025
Population: 949
housing education elderly
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community mainly speaks Russian and bukharian.
Community Activities and Services
My community is mostly Jewish and surrounded by shuls. On Saturdays all of my neighbors go there.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is surrounded by some halal stores, most of my community doesn't to there though.
Community Needs and Concerns
My community spends throughout two counties and should be kept in the same district.
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Queens V community
March 3, 2025
Population: 2068
housing diversity education affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community has a large Caribbean and Hispanic population.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made of people who go to Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Church.
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Rockaway Beach
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Spring 2025_Election law seminar
March 3, 2025
Population: 3319
transportation housing diversity education environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
Blacks, whites, Hispanic, and Asians make up almost equal amounts of the community.
Community Activities and Services
My community is diverse in ethnicity. There are Stop and Shop and Keyfood supermarkets people frequent. There is also 3 schools close by. Rockaway Beach is where everyone goes.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is located very close to the beach so it is considered part of the shore.
Community Needs and Concerns
The needs of my community include affordable housing, clean beaches, policing, and good schools
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Forest Hills
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Spring 2025_Election law seminar
March 3, 2025
Population: 949
housing education elderly
Cultural or Historical Interests
my community speaks Russian and bukharian
Community Activities and Services
My community goes to soul on Saturdays because they're jewish
Economic or Environmental Interests
my community has a few kosher places but also a Halal store
Community Needs and Concerns
my community should not be separated
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Southside Queens Families
March 3, 2025
Population: 1462
transportation housing education flooding affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
made up of carribean immigrants and african americans
Community Activities and Services
People who go to 24 hour fitness hang out at the barbershop, and eat carribean food
Economic or Environmental Interests
located near a swamp, however no economic ties
Community Needs and Concerns
needs better infrastructure, a high school, and a more direct, affordable, and faster connection between the area and the city
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Southside People
March 3, 2025
Population: 1479
transportation education affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made up primarily of African American and Carribean people. Most share a history of immigration
Community Activities and Services
People gather at the local gym, at the barber shop.
Economic or Environmental Interests
We are neara a river.
Community Needs and Concerns
We need better infastructure, are roads are heavy with potholes, we need a subway train station, along with a high school so students don't have to leave the area to go to school.
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Suffolk college
Oct. 19, 2024
Population: 763
renewable resources diversity
Cultural or Historical Interests
Hispanidad
Community Activities and Services
Juegos de fútbol
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Herricks
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Sept. 19, 2024
Population: 1421
housing diversity taxes education suburban
Cultural or Historical Interests
The diverse communities include Asian, Indian, Middle Eastern, Jewish, and Polish families. There is no shared history because most residents moved here from Queens.
Community Activities and Services
People gather at the elementary schools, middle school, or high school. The high school is especially popular because of its large auditorium, track and field, and cultural events. The community center is also a prominent gathering center. Healthcare is accessible at the offices at Lake Success. Transportation is either the LIRR or the bus.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Residents are employed either in Long Island or commute to the city. Environmental concerns include air and noise pollution and extreme littering.
Community Needs and Concerns
Our needs include faster government responses to community problems, taxes used more effectively, and sanitation services.
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Flatbush of the Caribbean
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Kronebusch_PAF1250_Citizenship & Public Affairs
Sept. 19, 2024
Population: 1657
transportation housing healthcare crime affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community "Flatbush" is known for its vibrant food scene, including West Indian, Caribbean, and African restaurants. Neighborhood cafes and bars serve as informal social hubs. Kings Theatre is a historic venue where people come together for live performances, concerts, and other cultural events. Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts: A place where the community gathers for art and music performances. Churches, mosques, and temples are integral to the neighborhood, such as Flatbush Seventh Day Adventist SDA Church serving as community gathering points, especially for spiritual and social support.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up if people who go to Prospect Park, a large and popular park where residents can gather for picnics, exercise, sports, and community events. Places like NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County and SUNY Downstate Medical Center provide access to medical services for the community. The area is well-served by multiple subway lines (B, Q, 2, 5) and bus routes, making commuting within and outside of Brooklyn easy. Numerous public schools, like PS 152 and PS 249, and private schools provide education for children. Brooklyn College is nearby and serves as a center for higher education.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Flatbush Avenue is a major commercial hub, with many residents working in retail shops, grocery stores, restaurants, and other service-based jobs. Small businesses play an important role in providing employment, especially for newer immigrants. Flatbush, like many urban areas, faces issues related to air quality. Traffic congestion along major thoroughfares like Flatbush Avenue contributes to higher levels of vehicle emissions, impacting residents' health. The area is home to a large number of small businesses, especially those owned by immigrants. Many of these businesses cater to the Caribbean and African communities, offering food, goods, and services that are integral to the community.
Community Needs and Concerns
In my community housing is a big issue. Rent has gone up tremendously and slowly the neighborhoods are starting to be gentrified. Right in the middle new apartments are being built causing the other apartments that have been there longer start to raise prices on tenants that have been there for years. Organizations like Flatbush Development Corporation offer various services, from housing advocacy to youth programs, enhancing the community's social support network. Stronger rent control and tenant protection laws are needed to prevent displacement. New affordable housing units must be included in any development plans to ensure long-time residents are not priced out.
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Old Mill Basin or Lower Flatlands
Sept. 11, 2024
Population: 1025
Cultural or Historical Interests
The community is made of many different ethnic groups. There are Jews, Afro-Caribbean from Haiti, Jamaica, Antigua, Trinidad, Pakistan. In a word, many immigrants live there. There are a great deal of religious groups in the community. They attend Roman Catholic church, Baptist, Pentecostal, Church of God, Seventh Day Adventist Church, Synagogue, and Mosque. Brooklyn College is at the center of the community. In addition, there are many public schools at all levels: elementary, middle, junior high, and high school.
Community Activities and Services
It is not possible for me to answer this section with precision because I do not really know the people of the community. I usually speak to some people when I ride the elevator with them. Some work in the healthcare industry, the public school system of New York City , the Fire Department of New York City. Others used to work for the transit authority of New York City. I do not know where the children attend school. There are five bus lines in the community: B6, B103, B82, and B7, and B46. There are connected to B41, B44, B8, B35, B25, B17, B47, and trains 2, 3, 4, 5, D, F, B, Q, A, C. There are branches of Brooklyn Public Library that are located not too far away from the community.
Economic or Environmental Interests
The Kings Plaza Mall is located in the community. In addition, you find many other stores as Target, automobile stores, FedEx, furniture stores, Key Food Market, Fine Fare, Path Mark, to name a few. There are CVS Pharmacy, Walgreens stores, McDonald, Burger King, Popeyes, and other restaurants. There are Chase Bank, TD Bank, Bank of America, Webster Bank, Western Union Service, and money transfer stores to most of the Caribbean countries and Canada.
Community Needs and Concerns
The community must stay in the same district.
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West Brighton Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
kronebusch_paf9100_intro_public_affairs_fall2022
Sept. 10, 2024
Population: 128
housing voting rights education small businesses affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
Multicultural with ties to religious groups, high Latino population,
Community Activities and Services
Forest Ave home to many small businesses, also shipyards public schools, and parks, pools recreation center. Libraries and Richmond University hospital and an urgent care
Economic or Environmental Interests
Right next to the Hudson River, and residents are employed at schools, hospital, small businesses
Community Needs and Concerns
Protecting the small business and better NYCHA housing also improving public education, voting procedures
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Diversity Sanctuary on the tip of Queens Known as Queens Village
Sept. 10, 2024
Population: 812
transportation diversity crime environment suburban
Cultural or Historical Interests
When Queens Village was initially established in 1851, it was comprised of mostly rural lands and small communities from when the dutch had initially inhabited the area. In the late 19th century rolling into the 20th century, the construction of small homes came into effect with its first inhabitants of European decent. Following the Second World War, construction continued and the homes were inhabited primarily by post war veterans. It wasn't until the 1980s when the population began to diversify with different ethnic groups from South America and the West Indian countries.
Community Activities and Services
My community of Queens Village is comprised of a very diverse population of people compared to other small towns in Jamaica, Queens. With the LIRR in the center of town by Jamaica avenue providing fast commute west to Manhattan or east towards Roosevelt Field Mall, Bus routes which take you west towards the subway or north to Alley Pond park, and is home to various West Indian cuisine restaurants. In recent years, the city has made successful efforts in expanding accessible healthcare, and they are available for residents as well as other city residents.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Most of the residents in this community are either retired citizens, or they are employed west towards the city. During rush hour, Queens Village attracts several drivers from the eastern suburbs of Long Island. The reason for this is its free parking in the side roads. Where my community differs from the rest of the city, in the residential blocks there are no alternate side parking restrictions. So this benefits commuters that live east of Long Island so that they could drive and park their cars along the spacious roads, and contribute to the city economy by riding the LIRR from the station to Manhattan. Also, they park here and visit Alley Pond Park one of the largest parks in Queens.
Community Needs and Concerns
Many residents of my community have faced various assault and burglary incidents, and the alleged perpetrators were the either the patients at Creedmoor Psychiatric Complex on the north side of town migrants that are also being housed at there. This has been a growing problem since this community was generally always very peaceful, and this was generally never a threat like it has been. I would like for the city to invest in more treatment for the mentally ill that may have been forced out of the complex as a result of the flooding of migrants at this complex, and I would also like for them to develop better strategies for the crisis of the migrant population increasing by the day.
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The Latinx Community of West Harlem
Sept. 9, 2024
Population: 2444
gentrification housing education affordable unaffordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
West Harlem needs to preserve its historical building patterns and neighborhood scale.
Community Activities and Services
My community is comprised of a Latinx community that attends Our Lady of Lourdes Church. This Church offers education for young students, hosts religious events, and offers resources such as food, clothes, etc. This West Harlem community is also home to the City College of New York. This CUNY school allows thousands of students to gain knowledge and interact with the community to obtain a bachelor's Degree, master's Degree, and other certifications.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Since the expansion of Columbia began, there have been many changes in the demographic of residents and businesses in West Harlem. Rents and Sale prices are rising, and many locally owned shops have been unable to afford to operate in the neighborhood. The West Harlem community needs to create job-intensive businesses that benefit residents.
Community Needs and Concerns
Currently, the neighborhood is in the early stages of gentrification. There are rising rent prices, and large corporations are opening businesses in the neighborhood; causing mom-and-pop shops to close down and making it unaffordable for neighbors who have lived in the community the majority of their lives. The West Harlem community also needs to address the safety of the neighborhood and provide better education for its youth.
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Latinx Community of West Harlem
Sept. 9, 2024
Population: 2444
gentrification housing crime education affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
West Harlem needs to preserve its historical building patterns and neighborhood scale
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of a Latinx Community that attends Our Lady of Lourdes Church. This Church offers education for young students, hosts religious events, and offers resources such as food, clothes etc.
Economic or Environmental Interests
The West Harlem community needs to create job-intensive businesses that benefit residents.
Community Needs and Concerns
Currently, the neighborhood is in the early stages of gentrification. There are rising rent prices, and large corporations are opening businesses in the neighborhood; causing mom-and-pop shops to close down and making it unaffordable for neighbors who have lived in the community the majority of their lives. The West Harlem community also needs to address the safety of the neighborhood, and provide better education for its youth.
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West Harlem Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
kronebusch_paf9100_intro_public_affairs_fall2023
Sept. 9, 2024
Population: 1989
housing healthcare crime education affordable
Community Activities and Services
In my community people go to Our Lady of Lourdes Church. This church offers services such as education for young kids, hosts group meetings, and other services.
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Latino Community in the South Bronx
CUNY Community Mapping Project
kronebusch_paf9100_intro_public_affairs_fall2023
Sept. 8, 2024
Population: 19
crime Latinx low income affordable multilingual
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is the Latino community in the South Bronx. This community has been in the neighborhood for 30+ years. The languages spoken are English and Spanish. Yankee Stadium is located in this neighborhood.
Community Activities and Services
The neighborhood is surrounded by 3 subway lines (4, D, and B) and various bus routes. There are community based organizations to provide daycare services, ESL classes, afterschool, and tutoring. There is one public clinic that provides different healthcare services for free or at affordable prices. There a few schools(public and charter) for grades K-12. There are 2 NYPL. There are 2 parks in the neighborhood. One is which is tailored for elementary age children. There are small businesses as well as chains. There is a public pool run by NYC Parks. There are supermarkets.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Historically, the neighborhood has always been a low-income community. Most people work minimum wage jobs. During baseball season, there are many job opportunities for the community at Yankee Stadium. Many of the community members are SNAP, Medicaid, and/or cash assistance recipients.
Community Needs and Concerns
My community needs access to healthy foods. Majority of the restaurants are fast food restaurants. Crime is a big issue in the community (gun violence and robberies). Not much is done to lower the crime rate. Politicians are not involved and invested in the neighborhood like others. The community could benefit from a community fridge and cleaner streets. There is too much litter and garbage on the sidewalks.
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St. Mary's Community in the Bronx
Sept. 8, 2024
Population: 670
housing diversity crime gun control education
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community primarily consists of African American and Hispanic residents, most of which are immigrants and first generation Americans. The languages spoken in my community are English and Spanish. There are Mosques and Churches since much of the community is either Muslim, Catholic, or non-affiliated.
Community Activities and Services
My community gathers around St. Mary's Park because it is located at the center of the neighborhood. Community members congregate in this park to host birthday parties, celebratory events, walk their dogs, take their children out of the house, play sports, or simply speak to other neighbors. The strip next to the park consists of endless fast food restaurants, small businesses, healthcare services, access to public transportation, places of worship and schools.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Residents are primarily employed in small businesses in the surrounding areas, retail, or fast food. Many community members own small businesses or choose to work in other boroughs. One of the biggest concerns that exists in my community is homelessness and unemployment along with pollution from the excessive use of cars and buses.
Community Needs and Concerns
Politicians should be concerned with the education system, violence, poverty, and infrastructure within my community. Considering that it is a low-income community, there is excessive violence that exists within it. Moreover, most, if not all, the schools in the neighborhood and surrounding areas are severely underfunded with high drop-out rates. There must also be more programming in the community that the youth can engage in outside of school so they can avoid the streets.
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Brandon's Quaint Suburban Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
kronebusch_paf9100_intro_public_affairs_fall2023
Sept. 5, 2024
Population: 1320
housing diversity education suburban
Cultural or Historical Interests
When my parents moved here in 1971, things were alot different than they are now. There are various ethnic groups among us, and over the years, even during my lifetime, immigrants have moved to this area.
Community Activities and Services
There are a handful of buses that are in the area, provided by the MTA, that provide acceptable routes to and from most places. Although the scheduling of such things could use a little tightening up...
Community Needs and Concerns
Perhaps it is simply due to living in NYS, but whatever the case is, it seems that we are paying more and more for less and less. Quality groceries are on occasion hard to come by, and with apps like DoorDash and UberEats increasing their prices via Service Fees (due to labor laws on wage in the state, which they ironically lobbied against), the cost of living seems to be at an all time high, even years after COVID.
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West Brighton Community
Sept. 4, 2024
Population: 1094
housing policing education affordable Christianity
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of churches and school.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community has several Parks including one with a couple community gardens, a public swimming pool, track and field, basketball court, and baseball field. Also Clove Lakes Park which 93 acres and features picturesque lakes, walking trails, and wildlife. The park is a favorite spot for fishing, birdwatching, and nature enthusiasts.
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Iglesia
March 28, 2024
Population: 47419
Community Needs and Concerns
Elegir y dibujar
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Chinese community in Flushing
CUNY Community Mapping Project
PS 218_Spring 2024
Feb. 26, 2024
Population: 49997
Asian multilingual disability services
Cultural or Historical Interests
The community members are almost entirely comprised of Chinese Americans. We all celebrate Chinese New Year aka the Spring Festival. It is a huge celebration for my community. Most of the people speaks Chinese and some have difficulty understanding English.
Community Activities and Services
My community meets at the Chinese-American Planning Council in Flushing. They have supported my family in some of the special needs programs and services. My community has been mostly Asians and people with disabilities.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Most of the people who are in my community are workers in various fields and sectors. Some work in hospitals, some work in restaurants, and some work as taxi drivers. Some have difficulty finding jobs in the area. Most of them likes to work near the area near where they live.
Community Needs and Concerns
My community requests for more jobs opportunities in aand near Flushing. My community would also like to request for more opportunities for disabled people. My community also requests for more interpreters for Chinese workers and their families.
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Rosedale Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
PS 218_Spring 2024
Feb. 26, 2024
Population: 7356
immigration education Black Christianity Caribbean
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made up of working class middle aged Afro-Caribbean families
Community Activities and Services
My community is very close to green acres which is a popular local mall, where you often times find the youth. There are many forms of public transportation that can take you to the mall from busses, LIRR, and taxies. The mall hold many popular shopping stores such as H&M, Forever 21, Primark, ect. It also allows access for medical care and much more.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is near JFK, most people living in my community works with delivering companies, mail workers, teachers, ect.
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East Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
PS 218_Spring 2024
Feb. 26, 2024
Population: 9067
diversity education
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of people who go to Our Lady of Fatima Church. We have two schools that include Lexington School For The Deaf and Monsignor McClancy Memorial HighSchool. Many go to our local shopping center for things like groceries, buying bread and pastries, & grabbing a quick bite to eat. As for parks we have Louis. C Moser and Landing Lights.
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Kew Gardens Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
PS 218_Spring 2024
Feb. 26, 2024
Population: 23905
transportation housing small businesses affordable bicycles
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made up of various wave of immigrant groups and more recently professionals. It is also home to the Kew Gardens Cinema which is very popular with local residents.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of people who commute via the LIRR. There are also people who get breakfast at Baker’s Dozen and get pizza at Dani’s House of Pizza.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is a mix of white collar and professional employment with many commuting to Manhattan by the LIRR. It is also near JFK airport so there are a lot of pilots and flight attendants who stay the night and take a shuttle bus.
Community Needs and Concerns
Our community is ethnically and linguistically diverse so it can be hard to group. I feel we could also use more amenities like Citi bikes ore more frequent LIRR service.
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Queens College Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
PS 218_Spring 2024
Feb. 26, 2024
Population: 5397
education Asian small businesses
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made up of the Asian community. There are also a lot of Latinos in the community as well
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of people that go to Queens College, take the bus, and take the subway
Economic or Environmental Interests
There are many business owners in this community, the unemployment rate is about 6% which is higher than the national average.
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Babylon
CUNY Community Mapping Project
PS 218_Spring 2024
Feb. 26, 2024
Population: 51188
transportation housing diversity education suburban
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is majority white raced. I notice a large Italian population. The main languages spoken in my community are English, Spanish, and Italian.
Community Activities and Services
Belmont Lake State Park is a state park that my community spends a lot for time at. There are playgrounds for kids, as well as a huge lake to fish, horse trails and stables to explore, ball fields and basketball courts, and a few running trails. My community relies heavily on the LIRR for transportation into the city. Most people use the station in Babylon. We use the LIRR for transportation to concerts and big sporting events.
Economic or Environmental Interests
When major storms hit my community we experience a lot of flooding. It does major damage to our homes and roads.
Community Needs and Concerns
Politicians should know that my district is becoming more and more diverse over time. We are also experiencing an increase in apartment complexes and other types of urban housing. The area is becoming more and more overcrowded.
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Working Class Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
PS 218_Spring 2024
Feb. 26, 2024
Population: 31118
transportation housing homelessness education affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is a middle-upper-class neighborhood for the most part, however, throughout the year, there's been a wave of rent-control buildings that are allowing many low-income families to move in. Many retired individuals live in my community. The area's earliest modern homes were built in 1917 off of Union Turnpike.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of many working-class families who have about 3-to 4 children. We have 2 big parks surrounding our community, Flushing Park, and Forest Park. We also contain public parks such as Hoover Park, and many middle schools, elementary schools, high schools, and daycares. Mainly all public and few private institutions. There are also a number of train and bus stations, including the E and F line, Q60, Q10, Q37 and Q46 buses, and the LIRR. Also, my community is situated in an area with many main highways that get you throughout all of New York City. And Maple Grove Cemetery, along with one of the county criminal Courts is part of my community.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is impacted by rising costs of living, even with rent control as middle-class individuals are moving in into the newer apartments.
Community Needs and Concerns
My community needs safer spaces for younger generations. With the post-pandemic issues, there's been a lot of danger and homelessness very present in the street causing it to be more dangerous. And many students and families walk by these areas constantly.
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Town of Hempstead: Franklin Square Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
PS 218_Spring 2024
Feb. 26, 2024
Population: 19483
housing gun control education environment suburban
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made up of a lot of Italian Americans who had originally moved from Queens New York to escape to a more suburban lifestyle and I can see how the Asian Community in the recent years have been doing the same.
Community Activities and Services
My community is comprised with a lot of areas of interest that people indulge upon their free time. The Belmont Racetrack is historic in our community , bringing the people together once. every few years to get to experience the derby. Also with growing population, landmarks like the UBS arena and Nassau Coliseum have been constructed to provide entertainment options.
Economic or Environmental Interests
This area has a lot of greenery since the Town of Hempstead makes sure to keep properties up to code and appeasing .
Community Needs and Concerns
The Community should focus on providing better housing options for the younger Americans looking to buy a house. Franklin Square has experienced a surge of housing pricing and it's actually so hard for anyone to purchase a house here.
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Caribbean and South Asian community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
PS 218_Spring 2024
Feb. 26, 2024
Population: 82961
housing immigration crime Caribbean South Asian
Cultural or Historical Interests
The community is made up largely of Muslim and Hindu religious groups. The majority of the district is first and second generation immigrants along with undocumented immigrants. The community is mainly Hindi and English speaking with some Spanish speakers. Most people in the community tends to be older and younger with less middle aged people.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of people who go to smokey park to have fun and play sports. Also a strip of liberty Ave called Little Guyana being a semi residential and commercial area.
Economic or Environmental Interests
The community is usually lower to middle class immigrants with a large rental population. Most people tend to work office jobs in the city or work locally in stores.
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Juniper Valley Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
PS 218_Spring 2024
Feb. 26, 2024
Population: 33582
transportation homelessness crime environment public transit
Community Needs and Concerns
My community has one of the best parks in Queens, Juniper Valley Park, a place where all come to relax, exercise, and enjoy being outdoors. My community is concerned with heavy road usage, the need to repave streets, curb the surrounding immense cemetery, and keep crime out. The community wants to prevent 18-wheelers from using residential streets as shortcuts and thus creating dangerous events and destroying sidewalks.
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North Babylon Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
PS 218_Spring 2024
Feb. 26, 2024
Population: 73
schools education elderly high taxes disability services
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community has a lot of Italians and White (Non-Hispanics).
Community Activities and Services
My community has a good service of helping people in need especially families in need. There needs to be better public transportation system not just for my community but all on long island.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community has water near by the other towns so sometimes when it rains there is a lot of flooding that happens.
Community Needs and Concerns
My community needs to be kept in the same district because where the district lines are is good.
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Rego Park
CUNY Community Mapping Project
PS 218_Spring 2024
Feb. 26, 2024
Population: 104611
transportation mental health elderly suburban affordable
Community Activities and Services
There are a lot of shopping areas and places to eat.
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South Brooklyn Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Sept. 20, 2023
Population: 264887
climate infrastructure transportation environment coast
Cultural or Historical Interests
The south Brooklyn community spans different racial, ethnic, and religious groups. This region has been historically predominantly white, but that has been changing in the past several decades. While in this aspect it is diverse, as explained above it shares similar geographic and economic/development characteristics that mean this area has a significant amount of shared interests for public services.
Community Activities and Services
My community is the geographical region of South Brooklyn, where I grew up. This community is composed of several different neighborhoods, but is united by shared geography that means it is more remote/isolated from the rest of the city and borough, with more of a suburban culture and less access to public transportation. Subway lines are often not easily accessible, and the area is more reliant on cars and buses. Being close to the water makes Brighton Beach, Marine Park, Coney Island, the Marine Park Nature Preserve & Salt Marsh, and the shorelines important for this community.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Because of its remote location and distance from Manhattan, this area is more economically hyper-local. There are a lot of small businesses, and residents in South Brooklyn are less likely to commute into Manhattan for work. The tourism and amusement industry, via Coney Island, is an important economic driver for the area, dependent on the season. There is also a large nature preserve, Marine Park Salt Marsh Nature Trail, which is important to the community. Due to the area's proximity to the shore, flooding and storm damage are a big concern for much of the community, and Hurricane Sandy was extremely damaging to this area.
Community Needs and Concerns
Infrastructure, emergency management, and climate change policy are important shared interests. More public transit, both across Brooklyn and to the other boroughs, is also a huge need. Right now, these neighborhoods are split between different state assembly and congressional districts, but I think they should be in a shared district due to these common concerns and needs, such as economic and physical isolation from the rest of the borough and environmental vulnerability.
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Hurst Community
Sept. 20, 2023
Population: 1238
renewable resources housing diversity crime environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community mainly consist of Hispanic ethnic group and minority groups. Immigrants are a big part of the population in this community.
Community Activities and Services
My community of interest includes services such as two public libraries that can be easily access by members of the community. There is also several place of worship in the community that serves various religions and offer several food pantries throughout the month. The community also has P.S. 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School that ranges from grades Pk-SE. There is also a park where families come together one day during the summer to have an event (family day). The community has a trade fair supermarket which everyone in the community goes to for all their groceries.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is in East Elmhurst close by LaGuardia airport therefore, it can be very noisy as the planes are going by. Most of the residents in the community go to work in the city since the community does not have much job opportunities. The cost of houses in the community has drastically increased causing rent and property tax to be very high. Residents in the community have been forced to relocate which means that not a lot of people can afford to live in the community for as long as they want.
Community Needs and Concerns
My community needs be to developed and improved. The schools and libraries should be improved by upgrading the building and devices. There should be some new open spaces and recreational activities/facilities added to the community.
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sunnyside_nyc
CUNY Community Mapping Project
kronebusch_paf9100_intro_public_affairs_fall2023
Sept. 20, 2023
Population: 21779
transportation housing education environment affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is historically Irish middle-class and has diversified over the years. In Sunnyside Gardens in particular, limited housing stock due to this being a Landmarked district has likely driven up housing costs here and in the nearby area.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of people who attend St. Sebastian's Church. Irish, Philippino, and Hispanic congregants gather at the church and utilize the Parish Center.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Sunnyside is between Northern Blvd and Queens Blvd, two main thoroughfares that receive a lot of traffic, creating more pollution. Some people treat them as highways, speeding excessively.
Community Needs and Concerns
Demographically and culturally, I believe Sunnyside and Astoria should be more linked.
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Ludlow Park
Sept. 20, 2023
Population: 17161
transportation housing healthcare elderly affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community contains a majority of black and Hispanic families. There is a large immigrant population.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Unemployment is an issue. Home and car ownership is important.
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Suffolk County Fairness Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
kronebusch_paf9100_intro_public_affairs_fall2023
Sept. 20, 2023
Population: 64621
housing diversity education environment affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made up of different ethnicities that tend to hide under insidious racism. Varying in different age groups with families living together or in close proximities creates generation bonds to the community as well as wealth.
Community Activities and Services
Community interest in activities and services includes many faith-based places of worship. My community has universities and childcare services. It includes parks and lakes for the community to gather and enjoy nature. it is small business oriented with local nonprofits that advocate and maintain the environment. maintains a 24 hour public transportation system.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Living near a body of water there are many floods that impact the community. Schools, hospitals, and child care produce most of the economy along with low-skilled jobs.
Community Needs and Concerns
My community needs more inclusive schools to address the cultural issues that prohibit certain businesses from opening. More social services to assist low-skilled jobs help workers with their socioeconomic status. Issue with current district lines it excludes parts that are predominately colored, excluding them from certain services and schools.
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West African Muslim Immigrants in Harlem
CUNY Community Mapping Project
kronebusch_paf9100_intro_public_affairs_fall2023
Sept. 20, 2023
Population: 53422
housing healthcare education environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
The community in Harlem is a historical black cultural center. There are also many recent immigrants from west Africa who influence the community and culture. There is also a large Muslim population.
Community Activities and Services
In my community people gather at parks. People enjoy utilizing the basketball and tennis courts and playgrounds. They have community events in these places frequently.
Economic or Environmental Interests
There are many highways and major roads that pollute the air. It is shown that living in close proximity to highways has adverse effects on your health. There needs to be more green space and trees planted to keep the air cleaner.
Community Needs and Concerns
Public spaces need to be kept cleaner and better maintained. There are many parks that have very old and unkept infrastructure. There are unsanitary conditions for community members who want to enjoy the park.
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Manhattan
Sept. 20, 2023
Population: 1673604
transportation housing diversity crime affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
They might have the different past but they have the common future in the city
Community Activities and Services
People of Manhattan
Economic or Environmental Interests
Their economic and environmental interests heavily depends on the general well-being of NYC
Community Needs and Concerns
Making the city sustainable and livable, safe, clean and comfortable for inhabitants respectively to its world capital status
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Bay Ridge
Sept. 20, 2023
Population: 79969
recreation outdoor activities Islam Middle Eastern sanitation
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made partly made up of a large community of Middle Eastern Muslims.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of the people who run along Shore Road by the Verrazano Bridge to get their daily exercise.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is located close to New York Harbor and the Verrazano Bridge which is were recreational activities occur.
Community Needs and Concerns
My community needs more trash cans and for the existing trash cans to be emptied out more regularly.
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Prospect Height Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
kronebusch_paf9100_intro_public_affairs_fall2023
Sept. 20, 2023
Population: 18754
LGBT+ mental health education environment outdoor activities
Community Activities and Services
My community is made of people who like to go to the park, go to bard, the botanical garden, and go on vacation.
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South Brooklyn Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
kronebusch_paf9100_intro_public_affairs_fall2023
Sept. 20, 2023
Population: 254531
climate infrastructure transportation environment coast
Cultural or Historical Interests
The south Brooklyn community spans different racial, ethnic, and religious groups. This region has been historically predominantly white, but that has been changing in the past several decades.
Community Activities and Services
My community is the geographical region of South Brooklyn (Gravesend, Sheepshead Bay, Gerritsen, Marine Park, Brighton, Mill Basin, Coney Island). This is where I grew up. This community is united by shared geography that positions it as more remote with less access to public transportation. Subway lines are often not easily accessible, and the area is more reliant on cars and buses. There are also fewer public parks and spaces in this part of Brooklyn, but being close to the water makes Brighton Beach, Marine Park, Coney Island, the Marine Park Nature Preserve & Salt Marsh, and the shorelines important for this community.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Because of its remote location and distance from Manhattan, this area is more economically hyper-local. There are a lot of small businesses, and residents in South Brooklyn are less likely to commute into Manhattan for work. The tourism and amusement industry, via Coney Island, is an important economic driver for the area, dependent on the season. There is also a large nature preserve, Marine Park Salt Marsh Nature Trail, in the area, which is important to the community.
Community Needs and Concerns
Because of its proximity to the shore, flooding and storm damage are a big concern for much of the community, and Hurricane Sandy was extremely damaging to this area. Infrastructure, emergency management, and climate change policy are important shared interests. More public transit, both across Brooklyn and to the other boroughs, is also a huge need. Right now, these neighborhoods are split between different state assembly and congressional districts, but I think they should be in a shared district due to these shared concerns and characteristics, such as isolation from the rest of the borough and economic focus.
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Eastside
CUNY Community Mapping Project
kronebusch_paf9100_intro_public_affairs_fall2023
Sept. 20, 2023
Population: 411500
historical housing diversity crime education
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is split between historically affluent WASP demographic and a historically known for a rotating community that is immigrant based from Eastern European to Italian to Puerto-Rican to know broad Latin based that is slowly being gentrified by CUNY and Columbia.
Community Activities and Services
My focus community where it feels like the opening for the tale of two cities, “It was the best of time and the worse of time." The apparent contrast comes once you past the end of the second avenue subway. On one side you see rows of high-rise luxury apartments, countless museums, and well-groomed parks. On the other side there is rows of NYCHA buildings, poor infrastructure and heaps of garbage. Between the two the main gathering is our main street of the district where there is a movie theater, target and book store.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is along the East River so we do have a higher environmental concern in regards to water and we have two energy plants along the highway. Our air/light pollution is not ideal either but it’s not one of the deterrent to live in the neighborhood. On one side the main employment is white collar mainly real estate, wall street or general big business and on the other side it is a more blue collar and service worker jobs
Community Needs and Concerns
Both parts of the community main concern are public safety. Although majority are happy that the second avenue subway was built there has been a rise in homeless that loiter around the more affluent part of the neighborhood. As compared to the other side there is a particular area by a subway line that is often refer to as zombie-land for the loitering of drug dealers and addicts that loiter nearby.
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Re imaging the Eastside
CUNY Community Mapping Project
kronebusch_paf9100_intro_public_affairs_fall2023
Sept. 20, 2023
Population: 724581
schools housing diversity education affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is split between historically affluent WASP demographic and a historically known for a rotating community that is immigrant based from Eastern European to Italian to Puerto-rican to know broad Latin based that is slowly being gentrified by CUNY and Columbia.
Community Activities and Services
I live in an area where it feel like the opening for the tale of two cities,"It was the best of time and the worse of time." The apparent contrast comes once you past the end of the second avenue subway. On one side you see rows of high-rise luxury apartments, countless museums, and well groomed parks. On the other side there is rows of NYCHA buildings, poor infrastructure and heaps of garbage. Between the two the main gathering is the our main street of the district where there is a movie theater, target and book store.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is by the East River so we do have a higher environmental concern in regards to water and we have two energy plants along the highway. Our air/light pollution is not ideal either but its not one of the deterrent to live in the neighborhood. On one side the main employment is white collar mainly real estate, wall street or general big business and on the other side it is more blue collar and service worker jobs.
Community Needs and Concerns
Both parts of the community main concern is public safety. Although majority are happy that the second avenue subway was built there has been a rise in homeless that loiter around the more affluent part of the neighborhood. As compared to the other side there is a particular area by a subway line that is often refer to as zombie-land for the loitering of drug dealers and addicts that loiter near by.
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Riverdale
Sept. 19, 2023
Population: 1092
housing diversity education suburban affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made up of primarily Jewish and Latin residents. The Jewish residents primarily reside up the hill and have been there for the better part of half a century. They speak english and hebrew/yiddish and have an age range that tends to be on the older side.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of primarily Jewish residents who congregate by the synagogues, kosher markets and central restaurant area near me.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is residential and primarily commutes into the city or lower Westchester for work. Environmental issues range from smog to waterway pollution in the Henry Hudson.
Community Needs and Concerns
My community worries about housing inequality, public safety and access to education.
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Morrisania Community
Sept. 19, 2023
Population: 26219
housing immigration diversity education low income
Cultural or Historical Interests
The community is predominantly Latino, African American and overall BIPOC. Languages spoken are mainly Spanish and English. Many residents are immigrants, some are documented and some are not. There are many Catholic and Muslim groups. There is a modern art museum nearby called Bronx Museum of the Arts that is free to everyone who wants to enter.
Community Activities and Services
Access to healthcare services because of the Health and Hospital clinic on Gerard Avenue, between 167th and 168th streets. There are schools in the neighborhood for both elementary and high school. Public transportation is right around the corner to the 4 train, and also about two blocks away from the B and D trains, as well as the busses that run on the Grand Concourse. There are a number of no profit organizations that provide community and family support services. Around the area are shopping stores, supermarkets, and restaurants of all sorts. Finally, there's a park nearby where children and adults can participate in recreational activities.
Economic or Environmental Interests
An economic issue is that many of the residents are in need of public assistance, housing, food stamps, and immigration services. Some are not employed, don't have documentation to work, or simply are not capable due to disabilities or other health issues. Environmentally, there is a lot of pollution in the area that can be improved through community efforts to clean up and maintain the neighborhood.
Community Needs and Concerns
Despite the economic and environmental issues, there have been improvements throughout the years thanks to non profit organizations and H+H that have been serving the people in the area. However, crime and drug use in the area is apparent, which has been an ongoing issue.
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Hispanics in Inwood
Sept. 19, 2023
Population: 54130
housing crime gun control affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
Inwood (Dyckman) is a very diverse; we have community members from various backgrounds. We come together for communal gatherings and events held at the Park, plaza, public schools, and the public library. Conveniently, our community enjoys access to public transportation through the MTA, with stations located at Dyckman Street and 207th Street on the A and 1 train lines. Furthermore, numerous MTA bus routes, including the M100 and BX7, make transportation within our community easily accessible.
Community Activities and Services
My community is predominantly Dominican. The Dominican community migrated to Inwood in the 20th century and has continued to grow over the years. My community is within District 13th. Based on the 2020 census, my community is composed of 52,935 members. My community is diverse, with members of different races and cultural backgrounds, White (non-Hispanic), Black/African American, Asian (non-Hispanic), and Hispanics/Latinos leading in numbers of members within the Inwood community 32,705.
Economic or Environmental Interests
The area where my community is situated overflows with small businesses, including bodegas, supermarkets, and restaurants.
Community Needs and Concerns
Safety concerns are prevalent in our community, and our top priority is to enhance safety, especially given the presence of numerous schools and our commitment to safeguarding our children and families. To achieve this, we seek increased engagement from politicians to empower the Dominican community in Inwood, enabling them to voice our concerns effectively. Furthermore, we are in need of additional programs within the neighborhood that can serve as educational resources for the community.
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Young Families in Boerum Hill
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Sept. 18, 2023
Population: 6015
LGBT+ housing diversity education environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is mostly made up of young families, who are mostly White or Multi-Racial. However, the neighborhood was historically major Black Americans, who were pushed out of the neighborhood when investors came in to "flip" the brownstones in our neighborhood.
Community Activities and Services
People in my community mostly gather at small parks and at small businesses in the neighborhood.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Most people in my community are employed in the media industry (writing, publishing, etc.) However, the average median income in the neighborhood is quite high.
Community Needs and Concerns
I think our community needs a stronger relationship with communities nearby,
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Hudson River Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
kronebusch_paf9100_intro_public_affairs_fall2023
Sept. 18, 2023
Population: 1544
climate housing environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made up of various ethnic groups and has a wide range of ages. We live in one of the oldest cities in New York State and have been living amongst on another in a diverse area for many years.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of people who enjoy the outdoors as we have a walking path and park in the area. We also visit two shopping malls that are within close proximity.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is located near the Hudson River and is very mountainous. Flooding and landslides are an issue we've been dealing with, especially as of late due to climate change.
Community Needs and Concerns
My community is one of the largest cities within Westchester County. Our desire is for proper representation in relation to the high population.
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Morris Park Ave Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
kronebusch_paf9100_intro_public_affairs_fall2023
Sept. 18, 2023
Population: 7396
agriculture food healthcare multilingual Eastern European
Community Activities and Services
Residents have access to healthcare services since there is a hospital in the neighborhood. There is also a park for children and adults to participate in outdoor recreation activities. For education, there are elementary schools, high schools, and colleges in the area.
Economic or Environmental Interests
There is a community garden available to people who are interested in contributing and benefitting from the harvests. They have even built sidewalk gardens that grow herbs and other things that are free to the public.
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Diverse Community in Jamaica Queens
Sept. 18, 2023
Population: 8549
transportation housing diversity crime affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
Jamaica Queens has a diverse community where its composed of African Americans, Caribbean Blacks Hispanics, West Indians, Bengalis and White. Languages spoken are Haitian, patois, Chinese, English and Bengali. Most inhabitants are youth to middle aged adults and green card holders mixed with US citizens. In terms of history, it was originally settled in under Dutch rule in 1656 then under English rule in 1898 it became the center of the town and had the first county seat in Queens, and was also the first incorporated village on Long Island.
Community Activities and Services
Jamaica Ave is a hub and is mostly known for its transportation because it connects certain parts ; has different communities such as the South Jamaica Houses Community Center for children youth development, Service Program for Older Adults, Queens Community Justice Center who works with people in and out of the justice system providing a range of supporting services and opportunities for engagement of people of all ages and so much more..
Economic or Environmental Interests
It was long neglected before but crime has decreased and there's been developments thats been made. For instance, the Jamaica station has expanded with a new transfer to AirTrain to JFK and a new LIRR platform. It's home to many developments such as several government buildings such as the Queens Civil Court & Family Court, the Social Security office & the Queens County Supreme Court
Community Needs and Concerns
The community would need better traffic control and security because it is a very busy street and drivers are out of control and More new apartments and more renovation is needed.
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NYC Financial District
Sept. 17, 2023
Population: 17515
sea level rise universities large corporations urban white-collar
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community was mostly business prior to 9/11. The events of 9/11 devastated the area, but revitalization efforts caused population growth to surge.
Community Activities and Services
My community is located in the Financial District and is made up of mostly office workers during the weekdays. Restaurants are packed with post work happy hour crowds. My neighborhood is also part of Pace University's campus, and has college students during the school year. Being near two waterfronts, the East River and Hudson River, both are gathering points for shopping, dining, and entertainment. Close proximity to Fulton Center makes my community a major transportaion hub.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Residents are employed in finance, or commute to white color jobs via the city. Close proximity to City Hall and other NYC governmental agencies means many residents work in the public sector. Nearby NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital employees medical staff.
Community Needs and Concerns
My community changes drastically after working hours and days as thousands of people commute to work during the day and then leave to go home. With the Covid-19 pandemic encouraging more telework, the amount of people commuting to my community drastically decreased. While there has been an increase in people living in the Financial District instead of just community, the future of teleworking makes the future of my neighborhood unclear.
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Latinx Community of Washington Heights
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Sept. 15, 2023
Population: 136081
housing healthcare mental health crime education
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is mostly made of the Latino/a community, primarily originating from the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico. They have been in the area for over 50 years. Many of this community practice Roman Catholicism, speak Spanish as their first language, trend older than other communities, and are awaiting changes in immigration status.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made of people that go to New York-Presbyterian Hospital for their health. They use nearby A, C, and 1 Train stations, alongside several bus lines. They go to public schools K-12. They worship in the Church of the Incarnation. They shop in a wide variety of store, from massive chains to local family shops
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is located in a dense urban environment. Unemployment is a major issue. A majority of the jobs held here are in the health/personal care industry, the food/service industry, and the education industry. Much like the rest of the city, pollution has deeply affected the community health-wise, with large numbers asthma and other related conditions.
Community Needs and Concerns
By far, the biggest concern within this community is rent cost. The community has high levels of income inequality, so skyrocketing rent costs far exceed the average salary, pushing many on the brink of homelessness, or at least a low living standard.
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Unnecessarily Snobish
Sept. 14, 2023
Population: 64189
mental health crime education elderly middle class
Cultural or Historical Interests
It is a predominantly white protestant that has historically been upper-middle class since its creation. The highest demographic of my area has been German.
Community Activities and Services
My community is frequent between the various museums and two parks (Carl Schulz and Central)
Economic or Environmental Interests
We are located near the Henry Hudson River. We are mainly a residential neighborhood.
Community Needs and Concerns
We have a safety concern with the growing homeless population as well as the easy access the neighborhood now has because of the subway line.
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baruch college
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Sept. 13, 2023
Population: 2782
education
Cultural or Historical Interests
Baruch College
Community Needs and Concerns
better funding for cuny; student loan forgiveness
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park slope
CUNY Community Mapping Project
kronebusch_paf9100_intro_public_affairs_fall2023
Sept. 13, 2023
Population: 810
housing environment
Community Needs and Concerns
housing costs, environment
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Muslim, Jewish, and African American Community in Kew Gardens
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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June 14, 2023
Population: 33124
diversity homelessness Black Judaism Islam
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is very diverse. There are many different religious groups, and food eateries to cater to specific community needs, such as Halal and many Kosher shops and markets.
Community Activities and Services
My community comprises colleges, churches, restaurants, and local nonprofit organizations catering to seniors and children.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is comprised of many parks and recreational centers and sports fields. Some residents are groundskeepers for the parks and baseball coaches. There are also 2 big hospitals in my community and many of the residents work in the medical field. There are growing concerns about the number of food pantries needed and homeless people in the neighborhood. The rise of unemployment has been an issue since the onset of Covid to now.
Community Needs and Concerns
There is a need for more transportation in the community. It's difficult to get to trains and to other areas of the NYC boroughs. The trains are a far distance from the residential areas and so are the buses.
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Brownsville
CUNY Community Mapping Project
kronebusch_paf9100_intro_public_affairs_fall2022
May 22, 2023
Population: 64821
food crime small businesses public transit gun
Community Needs and Concerns
High crime and drugs
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Brownsville
April 17, 2023
Population: 2447
transportation housing crime
Cultural or Historical Interests
Brownsville Public Library NYC continues to remains popular with its community, serving as a resource for résumé and career help, as well as well-attended teen programs.
Community Activities and Services
Brownsville Public Library
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The Bob Marley Boulevard Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
kronebusch_paf9100_intro_public_affairs_fall2022
March 1, 2023
Population: 1993
housing healthcare diversity gun control affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
The community is bonded by it's strong immigrant roots. There are people from countries from almost all over the world within one block. The Brooklyn Children's Museum and the Brooklyn Botanic Garden are just a couple of places of culture and historical interest in the community.
Community Activities and Services
There a lots of places to meet with family and friends in my community. One of the most popular spots is Prospect Park where you'll always find people day and night walking their dog, running/walking, bird watching, even parting or roller skating. There's even African drumming and other cultural groups who come out to perform ceremonies. Transportation is easily accessible by way of the B35/B15/B41 buses which connects to the B/Q lines of the subway. Places of worship are within reach of transportation where you can find mosques, churches, synagogues and temples. Nonprofit organizations are well known in the community such as CAMBA, Caribbean Women's Health Association.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Most residents are employed within the healthcare field as Home Health Aides (HHA), Certified Nurses Aide (CNAs) and License Practical Nurses (LPNs) and social services field such as with the Human Resources Administration (HRA) and Administration of Children Services (ACS) to name a few. Sanitation issues continue to be a main environmental concern within district 9.
Community Needs and Concerns
Politicians should be aware of the financial background of the community when designating housing and try to provide affordable housing for the majority of people who are not high income earners. The community is experiencing a high level of gentrification which has some nonprofit groups fighting back and working with churches and political figures within the community.
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Saint John's University Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Feb. 23, 2023
Population: 3296
transportation housing education environment suburban
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is comprised of college students and a Chinese/Jewish population. A lot of Jewish celebrations are held here.
Community Activities and Services
My community is comprised of college students from Saint John's University.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is located near a busy turnpike with a bus that brings you to the E/F train.
Community Needs and Concerns
Inflation has risen, so many stores in the area have high prices for basic resources.
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Saint John's University Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Feb. 23, 2023
Population: 2529
transportation housing diversity education affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community consists of a large Chinese Jewish population, while also being home to Saint John's University's Queens campus. There are a lot of Asian restaurants and supermarkets surrounding my neighborhood. The main street is my neighborhood is Union Turnpike.
Community Activities and Services
My neighborhood is home to Saint John's University's Queens campus. The university, which was also my undergrad, has a large campus that spans over 11 streets and has nine separate gates. There are many surrounding restaurants that accept student IDs for a discount.
Economic or Environmental Interests
The residents of this neighborhood are located near a busy turnpike, so the area is quite industrialized. There is a huge problem with inflation and how expensive basic resources have gotten.
Community Needs and Concerns
The needs of this neighborhood include more public safety, as the crime rate has gone up in the past year.
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Crown Heights Brooklyn
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Feb. 19, 2023
Population: 4459
housing healthcare crime education environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
Crown Heights is a neighborhood in the central portion of the New York City borough of Brooklyn. The main thoroughfare through this neighborhood is Eastern Parkway, a tree-lined boulevard designed by Frederick Law Olmsted extending two miles (3 km) east-west. Typical Crown Heights.The 1970s and 1980s was a time of demographic movement for Crown Heights, with many of the Jewish residents moving out to Flatbush, Williamsburg, and Boro Park and the African American community moving in. 1978. New York has the largest African-American population in the United States. After the A-train extended service from Manhattan to Brooklyn, many African-Americans relocated to the Bedford-Stuyvesant area.
Community Activities and Services
Crown Heights Brooklyn, today know for neighborhoods with tree-lined streets with beautiful townhomes and brownstones, the many museums and cultural institutions in the neighborhood, and mix of great dining and bar options. Marked by brownstones and Victorian mansions, Crown Heights is an evolving area where Caribbean and kosher eateries share streets with trendy cafes and DJ-fueled bars. While the neighborhood is rapidly gentrifying, the Caribbean and Hasidic Jewish communities of Brooklyn’s sprawling Crown Heights neighborhood is known for its West Indian population and the community’s annual parade on Labor Day, a festival of feather headdresses that dances down Eastern Parkway.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Crown Heights has a majority West Indian and African American population according to the 2010 census
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Southside Jamaica
Feb. 16, 2023
Population: 63030
housing diversity education environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
The cultural bonds are the block parties that the through in the summer time and how much people are outside hanging out. Their is a diversity within the groups of people so you come across people from a lot of different backgrounds.Some history that is shared in the community is the fact that two of buildings that contain a majority of the population are the ones that 50 Cent and Nicki Minaj grew up in.The neighborhood seems to be mostly Christian. A lot fo times on Sunday mornings you will see a lot of families getting ready to head to church.
Community Activities and Services
People in this neighborhood gather a lot in the summer with their own families and neighbors. Most of the time it’s holiday dinners or barbecues in the summer. Most people take the subway so that is the main form of transportation there. The bus stops are 5 minutes away and train stops are 10 minutes away.
Economic or Environmental Interests
I think it’s 50/50 because some work around the same borough but some people work in the city towards midtown and downtown.
Community Needs and Concerns
One thing that the community needs is better roads but they are currently working on that.
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Tibbetts Park area
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Feb. 16, 2023
Population: 880
renewable resources environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
The area consists of mixed race community with about 50% white, 25% Hispanic, and other cultures such as African American, Asian, and American Indian.
Community Activities and Services
This community is made of people that live in the Tibbits park area. This area is compassionate to the neighboring beautiful 161 acre park that highlights the area.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is middle class regarding economics and love nature in general. You will see us taking many walks, playing sports on the field, enjoying the seasonal pool, or playing mini golf near the playground. The jobs at the pool are seasonal and will see pleasant teenagers employed.
Community Needs and Concerns
We hope that you can see specifically that the neighboring areas differ in terms of economics, culture, and what the community thinks is important.
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Flatbush Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Feb. 16, 2023
Population: 290417
gentrification parks immigration multicultural Caribbean
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made of up mostly Caribbean, African American, Hispanic, and Jewish people. This community has been in the neighborhood for 30 plus years and gentrification has dramatically changed that.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of immigrants and multi generational Americans. We have schools and universities, entertainment center, many places of worship and many forms of transportation.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Since the community has mixed income there are many people who are in need of employment that can cover the cost of living in the community. There is a huge wealth gap within this community.
Community Needs and Concerns
My community needs affordable housing for the people who have lived here for decades. The new housing and commercial developments in the community has been driving people out of the community due to the high cost of living.
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African Americans of Harlem
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Feb. 16, 2023
Population: 1072
housing healthcare diversity crime environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community was once composed primarily of African Americans transplants from the southern United States. Now, there are significant populations of affluent Asians and whites residing in Harlem.
Community Activities and Services
My community is centered around the 125th Street Corridor in Harlem.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Once thought of as a bashon of African American culture, Harlem, my dear community, is experiencing gentrification at peak levels. Rents are extremely expensive, forcing many current residents out of their homes.
Community Needs and Concerns
My community would benefit from more community reinvestment/capital investment by the federal government.
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Upper East Side
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Feb. 16, 2023
Population: 46332
housing healthcare education environment childcare
Cultural or Historical Interests
2 – My community is made up of primarily White and Asian individuals. According to New York City’s Community Health Profile - 78% of people are white, 10% Asian, 7% Latino, 3% Black, and 2% belong to others. Only 6% have limited English Proficiency, whereas the entire city has 23%.
Community Activities and Services
1 – In my community, folks gather, socialize, and access services in various places such as public and private gyms or clubs like equinox or the New York City Recreation Center, taking the kids to public parks, going to a corner pub or bar to get drunk, visiting historical sites like Metropolitan Museum, attending fancy art galleries while drinking wine at Acquavella, Kraushaar, and Salon 94, attending places of worship by going to synagogues and church, visiting the public library, dining out at fancy restaurants, going on a stroll on York Ave and Sutton Place, attending scheduled, non-scheduled doctors’ appointments at public or private medical facilities and clinics.
Economic or Environmental Interests
3 - According to New York City’s community health profile, 83% of folks are college graduates, whereas compared to NYC is 64%. Upper East Side has the lowest poverty and unemployment rate compared to the entire city. In addition, the Upper East Side has a lower rate of assault-related hospitalizations than the rest of the city. 62% of Upper East Side residents believe their neighbors are willing to help one another. This is lower than the citywide average of 72%.
Community Needs and Concerns
The community needs that must be addressed: are 1. affordable housing, 2. improved transportation services, 3. zoning and building preservation, and 4. construction of a mosque for Muslim residents.
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East End of Long Island (Eastern Suffolk County)
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Feb. 16, 2023
Population: 87206
pollution infrastructure immigration seasonal employment unaffordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
Given the nature of the "Hamptons," many people find that their socioeconomic status influences circles of association and in turn, religious and ethnic groups. Also, immigration status.
Community Activities and Services
Beach, shopping area, libraries, places of worship
Economic or Environmental Interests
Many residents are employed by the tourism industry or agricultural day laborers who support the need for landscaping. Environmental concerns are due to the expansion of luxury golf courses and other recreational areas and the strain that it puts on the power infrastructure. Significantly also is the population increase that has happened post-pandemic. Some numbers claim that the population increase has increased by 20% in the past few years.
Community Needs and Concerns
Social support for immigrants to the area, environmental restrictions on luxury development plans, affordable workforce housing, changes to infrastructure planning due to the population increase post-pandemic.
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"Jewish Flatbush"
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Feb. 16, 2023
Population: 136895
housing healthcare crime education affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
The community consists of various types of Jews. Some have lived in the united states for many generations and some are recent immigrants. The most commonly spoken languages are English, Yiddish and Hebrew. Yiddish is spoken more in the northern part and Hebrew is more common in the southern part. Ages vary across the lifespan with a large emphasis on young children and their schooling.
Community Activities and Services
The community gathers and socializes in each other's homes, in synagogues, at community centers. The community accesses services at nearby hospitals or they will travel to hospitals in manhattan using the subway system or buses or by car. The community attends local yeshiva schools for educatiion until 8th grade. They also will attend Brooklyn College or more specialized accelerated degree programs.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Residents are often employed in the community itself as the community tends to be insular. There is an emphasis in the more religious mindset that young men spend their time after graduating from high school learning Talmud for several years (sometimes for life) and to not seek traditional employment. There is expectation from the rest of the community and from philanthropists to support this endeavor. As a result, unemployment does exist within the community with men who have not found the financial support needed to continue learning Talmud full time but who also do not necessarily have other skills that can be applied to traditional jobs.
Community Needs and Concerns
The community leans heavily republican for various reasons including viewpoints on Israel, the fact that the community does not send their children through the NYC public school system and feels like they should not have to pay into it and exclusively eating kosher food. While many have the belief that the Jewish Community is wealthy and does not require assistance, in fact there is a lot of families who are struggling with poverty but are too proud to accept assistance.. It will be effective to keep the community in the same district or perhaps to separate it between the northern, Ashkenazi Jewish side as well the southern, Sephardic Jewish side.
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most diverse neighborhood of the city, South Ozone Park
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Feb. 15, 2023
Population: 81013
transportation housing voting rights diversity environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
Multi ethnic cultures
Community Activities and Services
Multi racial activities
Economic or Environmental Interests
undocumented immigrants
Community Needs and Concerns
legal services for immigrants
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Franklin Ave
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Feb. 15, 2023
Population: 23615
transportation housing diversity affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
The Crown Heights community is a unique combination of longstanding Jewish and Black communities, quickly diversifying beyond just these groups. Prospect Heights is whiter and wealthier. The Franklin Ave community lives on the border.
Community Activities and Services
My community is situated on Franklin Ave at the crossroad between Prospect Heights and Crown Heights. There are plentiful restaurants to enjoy with the Brooklyn Museum and Prospect Park just a short walk away. There are several longstanding churches, mosques, and synagogues. Manhattan and other areas of Brooklyn are easily accessible through the 2345 and AC trains.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Many of my peers in the neighborhood commute to Manhattan for work (or school). It takes me less than 20 minutes to get to work in FiDi. The train into Manhattan contains predominantly people of color where I get on, and then gets whiter with each stop closer to Manhattan.I am not aware of any particular environmental concerns besides the standard general concerns and desire to protect our limited green space.
Community Needs and Concerns
Biggest concerns in my neighborhood are around gentrification. Rent prices are increasing and more young professionals are moving in, displacing black communities and small businesses that have lived and operated there for a long time.
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Crotona Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Feb. 15, 2023
Population: 15078
transportation housing healthcare diversity education
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is located within the Longwood section of the Bronx. The community is made up of majority Hispanics, African Americans and other minority groups. There are several several parks and gardens around and the most notable is the Crotona Park. During summer, the park host different activities especially picnics and cultural activities. In the year 2022, the Ghanaian community hosted their Independence Anniversary celebration. Shatta Wale and Wiyaala, musicians from Ghana performed during the celebration. Other minority groups such as Dominican Republic, Guyana, Haiti and others host cultural events.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of diverse cultures and ethnic groups most especially Hispanics and Latin American who make up the largest population. There are several buses 🚌 that ply the community (BX 35, BX 25, BX 17, BX 19 etc), we also have the 2, and 5 🚊 trains. Most of the neighborhood children attend Phipps Neighborhood Community School, Urban Community School X463. Montefiore and Bronx Care Hospitals caters for the health needs of the community and there is also have a community library. The people are religious, hence the community is littered with churches such as Mother Walls AME Zion Church, Community Church of Christ, Christian Church Christ The King, St Peter's Pentecostal etc.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is made up of mostly working class people. Most of whom work in Downtown Manhattan and other parts of the Bronx. Close to my community is the neighborhood, Hunts Point, which houses several warehouses in the Bronx.
Community Needs and Concerns
Recently my community was redistricted and it is now part of New York Congressional District 15. Also the community is becoming gentrified.
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Young Professionals in LIC
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Feb. 15, 2023
Population: 37847
housing education Asian unaffordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
I believe that my community is primarily composed of young professionals who moved to LIC in order to have a quick commute to Manhattan. At this point, it seems like many work from home at least part of the time, but the area continues to draw people for the expanding entertainment options within the neighborhood and easy access to transit. I know that many neighborhoods tend to have an underlying resentment of gentrification, but I think that as a formerly industrial area, LIC residents might not have the same history of displacement, and instead be more okay with new buildings (we're in an area that allows for new development), as increasing supply is one way to bring down rent prices.
Community Activities and Services
I am not sure if LIC has the same deep-rooted sense of a neighborhood that areas like Astoria would have, where families have lived there for generations. I think major draws for LIC tend to be the waterfront by Vernon Boulevard, and the surrounding restaurants and breweries. There are abundant public transport options (and exceptional proximity to Midtown), so I think that this contributes to people leaving the area for socializing and accessing health and educational services.
Economic or Environmental Interests
I think that many people commute into Manhattan or work from home (completely or on a hybrid schedule). Some people might also work in the arts, as some buildings were less expensive before the more recent price increases. For environmental interests, I personally was very excited when curbside composting came to Queens, but I am not quite sure if others share that interest.
Community Needs and Concerns
As an area of many young adults and couples with young children, future educational offerings are important. However, from talking to (an admittedly small set of) neighbors, it seems like many people would leave the neighborhood (or even NYC) if they wanted to start families. In considering one’s future in LIC, there are worries about the lack of well-performing schools, as well as the high price of real estate for those hoping to eventually purchase a condo/co-op (coupled with the lack of proximity to urban green space).
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Immigrant Community of downtown White Plains
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Feb. 14, 2023
Population: 6668
gentrification housing immigration Latinx affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
In my community, Hispanic corner stores can be found. During the summer months, members of my community gather at the Eastview Campus track to play soccer, take their kids out to ride their bikes, and to socialize amongst each other.
Community Activities and Services
My community is a short walk away from downtown White Plains, hence why it has become the target of developers. Slowly, more and more community members are displaced and forced out of their homes into areas that are now charging double what they used to pay for rent in White Plains.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is made up of the Mexican and South American immigrant wave of the 90s, and a part of the African American community in White Plains. My community also includes first generation individuals, and we, along with the old time residents, are being affected by the incessant gentrification allowed by the City of White Plains.
Community Needs and Concerns
My community is need of affordable housing and rent control regulations. Due to the limited amount of available section 8 and affordable housing apartments in White Plains, applicants are waiting up to years before they can get a space. Additionally, lack of laws in Westchester regarding rent have resulted in rent overcharges and landlord abuse.
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S&B Harlem
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Feb. 12, 2023
Population: 16315
gentrification education Latinx low income health
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is primarily made up of Dominican, Puerto Rican and Mexican people. Spanish is the dominant language amongst the adults and English amongst the children. Catholic religion is the main religion.
Community Activities and Services
My community lacks activities for its residents. Activities that are recreational, and educational are very much needed. The youth need platforms where they can express themselves and use their creative energy. Adults need programs that educate them, English as a second language courses, financially literacy courses for both adults and children.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is being affected by gentrification. Families are being bought out of their homes. New Businesses are not representative of the people and are very expensive.
Community Needs and Concerns
My community is in need of financial literacy courses, affordable healthy foods, free English as a second language course, citizenship courses.
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Spanish and black Harlem
Feb. 12, 2023
Population: 20545
gentrification low income unaffordable multicultural health
Community Activities and Services
My community lacks activities for its residents. There is a need to create establishments that provide educational and recreational activities at reasonable prices.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is being affected by gentrification. Families are being bought out of their homes, new businesses are not representative of the community and are extremely expensive.
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NOHO
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Feb. 11, 2023
Population: 1348
transportation renewable resources diversity environment affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is located near SoHo area, cultural or historical interest focus on tourism industry, age group of 18-50 (college student and staffs), multi-cultural as there are many international students and locals, historic or art districts as there are many secondhand bookstores near by
Community Activities and Services
My community made up with all age group and they are multi-cultural as it is located near SoHo shopping area. it is a very busy location as there is one of the major public transport subway stations nearby. To support college students' daily lives, there are many convenience stores, bookstores, public libraries, fast food, iconic fashion stores and cafes near by.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is located near SoHo area, economic or environmental interest focus on tourism industry, college student lives, many convenience stores, bookstores, fast food, iconic fashion stores and cafes near by
Community Needs and Concerns
Some streets are very busy and have traffic congestion very often.
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Jews of Central Brooklyn
Feb. 11, 2023
Population: 140014
transportation housing diversity education environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
Jewish in Central Brooklyn
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Midwood
Feb. 2, 2023
Population: 48582
crime education elderly urban Judaism
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is predominantly Jewish, with a few Muslims and Christians. English is common as a second language, and the most common languages are Yiddish and Russian.
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Bensonhurst, Bath Beach, Gravesend
Feb. 1, 2023
Population: 134980
transportation housing education environment affordable
Economic or Environmental Interests
Shared resources and coastal environmental concerns
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Assembly District 106 v3
Jan. 30, 2023
Population: 133383
voting rights
Community Activities and Services
NYS Assembly District 106
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NYS Assembly District 106
Jan. 27, 2023
Population: 133383
voting rights
Community Activities and Services
NYS Assembly District 106
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Assembly District 106
Jan. 27, 2023
Population: 133383
voting rights
Community Activities and Services
Assembly District
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Grad Center
Oct. 13, 2022
Population: 5526
education
Community Activities and Services
Graduate Center, higher education
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East Elmhurst
Sept. 28, 2022
Population: 46344
housing healthcare diversity elderly environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
East Elmhurst is a diverse community in northwest queens. It has historic landmarks, such as the former home of famous American musician, Louis Armstrong. There is a large Muslim population with people from Egypt, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and other Middle East and Southeast Asian nations. There is also a strong Latin American community, namely Ecuadorian, El Salvadorian, and Colombian. These groups have a grown and spread from neighboring Jackson Heights. There is even a Colombian heritage parade every summer. Some pockets of older European immigrants still remain, particularly people from Greece. The Greek and Egyptian communities are also very significant in neighboring Astoria and spread.
Community Activities and Services
East Elmhurst has parks, playgrounds, and mosques and churches. Major avenues like 31st Ave, Northern Blvd and Astoria Blvd have restaurants, salons, libraries, professional offices, and schools. Buses are easily accessible, as are taxis. The subways and railroads are about a mile away. LaGuardia Airport is also located in East Elmhurst.
Economic or Environmental Interests
East Elmhurst is a working and middle class neighborhood. It is mainly residential with some shopping and business centers along 31st Ave and Northern Blvd. LaGuardia airport is located in the East Elmhurst zip codes, as are several airport hotels and motels. Export/import and logistics companies such as UPS, FedEx and Amazon also have warehouses and fleets of trucks housed near the airport. Some airport motels have been converted into family or men's shelters in recent years. In 2021, Hurricane Ida caused major flooding in low lying areas. Many homes were damaged and at least 3 people died. Many streets have seen improvements since and the city continues that work today.
Community Needs and Concerns
Hurricane Ida brought attention to the housing and infrastucture needs of East Elmhurst and surrounding neighborhoods. There are still many illegal basement apartments which become dangerous during a flood. There is also a need for more grocery stores with better quality produce. One store shut down this year and that left many households, particularly the elderly, without a market within walking distance. The elderly need more resources to help live safely in their homes. Many are not aware of the resources which already exist and may not speak English
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Sheepshead Bay
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Sept. 21, 2022
Population: 772
affordable Middle Eastern East Asian Eastern European Central Asian
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is mostly made up of Eastern European and Chinese immigrants who came to this country for almost 30 years. This area has low density in contrast to the rest of the city.
Community Activities and Services
Many people complete their daily chores. They go food shopping, gather in restaurants and stay home. For most of us who work outside the neighborhood, we utilize the Brighton Line (the B and Q trains) during rush hours. Unlike other neighborhoods, the streets become empty by 8pm.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community in Sheepshead Bay is located close to Brighton Beach, basically close to the water and beach with a higher wind speed in contrast to most neighborhoods in the city. Most people from all parts of the city come to Brighton Beach to enjoy recreation. This tourism industry benifts many Chinese and Eastern European business shops who happen to be located in the neighborhood.
Community Needs and Concerns
We need more transportation options for sure. As a new member of the neighborhood, we are extremely away from the city and those who live away from the subway would take a crowded bus to the B and Q trains. I was raised in Queens, where many transportation options are available. Unless we can expand express bus options into the city, access to the subway remain a problem. For now with politics, we are good with representation and ready for the new districts newly drawn.
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Parks and Public Space Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Sept. 21, 2022
Population: 27343
parks transportation housing education environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
The population is roughly 48% Black, 31% White, 14% Hispanic and 3% Asian. The neighborhood has experienced gentrification in the past 20 years as the household income group with the largest share has shifted from less than $20k in 2000 to over $100-250k in 2019, according to NYU Furman Center's CoreData.nyc. Much of Prospect Heights has received landmark status as the Prospect Heights Historic District.
Community Activities and Services
My community values public space and cultural activities. The neighborhood is home to Brooklyn Museum and Brooklyn Botanical Garden. There are several small parks in addition to Grand Army Plaza and Prospect Park. Central Library offers many services for the community, such as cultural programming, business and co-working space, career help, passport and identification services, and more. The neighborhood also includes Barclays Center, a major sports and entertainment venue.
Economic or Environmental Interests
The main concern of the neighborhood is the development of luxury residences surrounding Barclays Center and extending from Downtown Brooklyn, as well as rent increases that have pushed residents out of the neighborhood. There was also concern with residences towering over the Brooklyn Botanic Garden which affect the plants growing there, but the City Planning Commission has since voted to reject the rezoning application. The neighborhood established the Prospect Heights Neighborhood Development Council (PHNDC), which operates Open Streets along Vanderbilt Ave in order to give residents increased access to public space and also increased traffic local businesses and restaurants.
Community Needs and Concerns
Historically, Prospect Heights was part of Crown Heights but real estate interests have drawn a line in order to make living in the neighborhood more attractive to people moving in. Though some parts of Prospect Heights are protected from redevelopment by the Historic District, the parts that are not protected border Crown Heights. This development has caused rent to increase which has thus pushed current residents east towards Crown Heights in search of lower rent. Since Congressional redistricting, Prospect Heights has been officially separated from Crown Heights. However, most of the neighborhood's population is Black, so this group's voting power is more limited with newly drawn lines.
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Ghanaian Community in Williamsbridge, Bronx
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Sept. 21, 2022
Population: 1950
parks transportation immigration education Christianity
Cultural or Historical Interests
In my community, religion and spirituality is a thing of importance and as such, some members identify as Christians and others also identify as Muslims. The Ghanaian community is mostly an immigrant community and some are documented while others are undocumented. The ages of the members range from 0-70 years because the people above 70 years mostly relocate back home when they retire.
Community Activities and Services
I belong to the Ghanaian community of the Williamsbridge section of the Bronx. The people come together for social activities on the park in the neighborhood and also gather virtually to discuss issues concerning the community. There are trains and buses which are in close proximity to facilitate easy travel for the members of the community. The people also access health care services from Montefiore hospital, North Bronx Hospital and other private clinics within the community. Again, the members access education from Community Board 11 schools, Lehman College and Bronx Community College.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is an immigrant community and the women mostly work as Home Health Aide and the men also work as Taxi Drivers and Security Guards. The first generation members are able to have a United States education and such members work in a variety of fields with the most dominant profession being Registered Nurses.
Community Needs and Concerns
One challenge for most members of my community is that they are undocumented and they are unable to work and vote on issues. I will like to draw the attention of politicians to this problem and the need to provide immigration services which are culturally inclined geared toward getting documentation for such people. There is also an increasing rate of robbery in the community and the need to increase police patrol in the neighborhood.
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Do The Right Thing
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Sept. 21, 2022
Population: 35719
gentrification homelessness crime Black small businesses
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community of Bedford-Stuyvesant is predominantly and historically Black. Around the Great Depression, Caribbean and South American immigrants began settling in Bed-Stuy, joining the working class Black Americans and Irish and Jewish immigrants. The neighborhood was majority Black (35%) and foreign born Irish and Jewish (30%), at the time of redlining which earned the community a rating of D, or Hazardous, in the redlining maps: "Colored infiltration a definitely adverse influence on neighborhood desirability..."
Community Activities and Services
My community of Bed-Stuy has a strong sense of community. People gather and socialize right on the block, in the parks, in plazas, at churches and mosques. Fulton is always buzzing with activity. Healthcare is rather accessible, with a major hospital, urgent care, family health centers, and a few private practices. We rely on the A and C train, as well as several buses running North - South and East- West. There is a strong sense of community and pride in the neighborhood, even as the pressures of displacement grow in the past decade.
Economic or Environmental Interests
There have been a number of major rezonings in Bed-Stuy in the past 2 decades. This has created significant displacement pressures. In 2000 the neighborhood was 75% black, and by 2019 that dropped to 46%. Rates of unemployment have dropped from 18 to 7% and poverty from 36 to 23%. It is hard to tell how much of this improvement is experienced by the families who have been here for generations. The prices of rent in Bed-Stuy are unpredictable in comparison to Brooklyn and New York as a whole, reflecting the speculation driving the real estate market and displacement of the region
Community Needs and Concerns
While the economic indicators of Bedford-Stuyvesant as a whole have improved, the improvements are not evenly distributed. In the 1930s, Crown Heights and Bed-Stuy existed as a single District, District 8. Bed Stuy has since been separated into it's own Community District, District 3. But many dedicated Bed-stuy residents have more in common with District 8 than some of their new neighbors in District 3.
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Inwood
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Sept. 21, 2022
Population: 77101
housing diversity crime education affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
Many in my community gather around churches. Another large draw in the community are the local bars and parks. We are between Fort Tryon and Inwood Hill park. The area has a large number of families with children.
Community Activities and Services
there is a large community of folks from the Dominican Republic as well as other Spanish speaking communities. There is a distinct pocket of white residents on the west side of Inwood, mostly making more than 100k.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is made up of working class and service industry people. The average income of the home owners in the area, is just under 100k, where as the average income of renters in the area is roughly 55k.
Community Needs and Concerns
This area has a large portion of families with children. There is a large population of Spanish speaking residents. The Service industry is very prominent in the area, especially along Dykeman Street and Broadway. Police are very present and based on their presence crime is a major reported concern.
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1st and 2nd Generation Latino Communities
CUNY Community Mapping Project
kronebusch_paf9100_intro_public_affairs_fall2022
Sept. 21, 2022
Population: 24218
housing healthcare crime education affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community in East Harlem has a big population of first and second generation Puerto Rican, Dominican, Cuban and Mexican population. East 116th has a large amount of Mexican ran business and is generally the street that is closed off for festivity days. There is a clinic on 123rd that also closes off the street for events that tie in the cultural day with a focus on healthcare access.
Community Activities and Services
My community in East Harlem is a mix of a small business and corporate center serving a mostly latino and black population. Major streets are 116th and 125th, alongside the shopping center on 117th with a Target, Costco, Marshall's, Burlington, and Planet Fitness.
Economic or Environmental Interests
A portion of the community work nearby in shops.
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Queens Long Island Working Class
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Sept. 21, 2022
Population: 234226
housing healthcare mental health education affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is composed of two. I identify with the Haitian community, the burden of being tied to historical trauma, poverty and being the definition of failed infrastructure in the Western Hemisphere, as they like to describe it. I carry a lot of pride to counter the perception that is constantly forced upon an entire nationality. I also identify with being Black. Raised in NYC, I was forced to keenly be aware of skin and how it impacts ones growth in most society. I carry a lot of pride in Afro heritage and I enjoy learning about different cultures that originate from the African continent. As well as liberation movements and socialism.
Community Activities and Services
People in my community gather at work. My family is my community and I feel like we are always working. I feel that the same holds true for most working class folks. We spend more time in our work place than anywhere else. It’s for work we use public transportation, we work to pay for our loved ones to go to school and we go for higher education in the hopes of being paid more for work. Everything centers around work and the ability to afford living. At least in this society.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Most residents work a 9 to 5 job. I consider it to be a new form of slavery because economic growth is so difficult. Rich only seem to get richer, middle class is growing smaller and the poor get deeper in poverty.
Community Needs and Concerns
The needs of the community would be lower taxes on mortgages, lower interest rates for historically disadvantaged groups, more reliable bus service to travel and more investments into the community.
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Verrazano Bridge Community
Sept. 21, 2022
Population: 48944
transportation environment
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is located near the Verrazano Bridge that has seen steep hikes in its toll fees. Our concern is that high toll fees make access to Staten Island more expensive to the average commuter, especially if not resident of Staten Island, which in turn adversely affects the economic and commercial situation of the Staten Islanders. The Verrazano Bridge is the only bridge NYC that has no bike/pedestrian lanes.
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Expanding Jewish Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Sept. 20, 2022
Population: 2320
education environment suburban affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
The neighborhood actually used to be apple orchards and fields many years ago until it was developed. We are a very tight knit community regardless of how religious you are
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of a majority of Orthodox Jews, as well as Christians and others alike. Most people shop in the local kosher grocery stores, keep the sabbath and attend services on Friday night and Saturday.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Being that many of our backyards are woods, there are many animals around. We have to be extra cautious when driving to look out for the many deer, beer, squirrels, turkeys and other wildlife that inhabit this area. I b
Community Needs and Concerns
my community can use a better traffic system with more traffic lights
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East Harlem Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Sept. 20, 2022
Population: 52513
transportation housing crime education affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is primarily Latinx (with large concentrations of Mexican, Puerto Rican and Dominican people) and Black. Though there has been an increase in white, more affluent people coming into the neighborhood over the last couple of decades. It can be argued that East Harlem, also known as Spanish Harlem, has resisted the level of gentrification seen in other neighborhoods in downtown Manhattan because of the high quantity of public housing in this neighborhood. My specific area is also a cultural hub with places like El Museo del Barrio and the City Museum located within walking distance. East Harlem is known for history of activism, Latinx culture and a blend of both disciplines.
Community Activities and Services
My community of East Harlem gathers at places of worship, Central Park and other smaller parks, shopping areas/stores, community centers, arts and culture centers, bodegas and barbershops and more. These are the major ones that come to mind.
Economic or Environmental Interests
2020 Census data shows that the median household income in East Harlem is approx.. $33.5K (half the amount in NYS), 32% of people live below the poverty line (more than double the rate in NYS), and only 32% of people have a bachelor’s degree or higher. These stats speak to the need to expand educational opportunities/access, minimize unemployment, and increase job readiness. Other economic interests include prioritizing affordable housing, deterring the effects of gentrification on small businesses that are being priced out by the fancy coffee shops, grocery stores, etc. Environmental interests include maintaining and expanding green community spaces, open streets and minimizing pollution.
Community Needs and Concerns
I would say that one of the largest interests is to make sure that lower income Latinx, Black and other ethnic groups are not priced out of living in East Harlem. To finish my thoughts on cultural interests, I want politicians to prioritize access to arts and cultural, especially for youth. That means maintaining cultural institutions financially accessible and funding arts programming in public schools and in community and senior centers. Lastly, I think it's important to keep East Harlem within the same district in order to not dilute Latinx voters and voices, and to have one City Council member representing and advocating for the needs of the Spanish Harlem community as a whole.
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Woodside-Immigrants Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Sept. 20, 2022
Population: 110792
housing immigration diversity homelessness unaffordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is diverse with various ethic/religious groups in the neighborhood that is demonstrated by the diverse range of places of worship. We have a wide range of languages and age groups however we all share a similarity of being either first generation americans or children of first generation americans.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of people who rely on buses as their main mode of public transportation. People in my community gather at the queens center mall and the parks. We have a hospital in the community and various schools in the neighborhood.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is located near various restaurants and local shops. Our economy and places of work are greatly connected to and influenced by commerce. There is a growing number of small businesses and residential houses being phased out by apartment buildings and big corporations.
Community Needs and Concerns
My community is struggling with the rise of rent prices and lack of affordable housing. Along with the phasing out of small businesses, many in the community are struggling with job security and homelessness with a lack of resources for our homeless.
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Latinx community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Sept. 20, 2022
Population: 3950
housing diversity crime education affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made up of the Latinx community and West Indian community. It has has been in the neighborhood long before I was born (26 years ago) and is affected by gentrification.
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Peekskill: A Friendly Town
CUNY Community Mapping Project
kronebusch_paf9100_intro_public_affairs_fall2022
Sept. 20, 2022
Population: 1180
housing diversity education suburban affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is predominantly Hispanic. Peekskill has a rich history, including being the first city in New York State to elect an African American mayor in 1984. Our artistic community is something Peekskill is very fond of and our artist population keeps growing each year. The architecture in our downtown sites like the Paramount and the Peekskill Coffee House are staples.
Community Activities and Services
My community loves to gather at the Peekskill Waterfront which has a beautiful view of the Hudson River. Our downtown area is also busy because most of our restaurants, healthcare services, small businesses, pharmacies, and food markets are located there. The children of our community enjoy playing in our parks that are frequently visited by people outside of our county.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Residents in my community work all over the place. I tend to interact more with the immigrant Hispanic community so I know that a lot of our community members work in farms, factories, restaurants, shopping centers, pizzerias etc. There are a number of small businesses in our area that employees our community members. The schools in our district are also popular employers. Growing up, the Indian Point nuclear power plant was something we were all aware of. Our city would send us brochures or general information about what to do in case of an emergency. The power plant closed in April of last year.
Community Needs and Concerns
My community is not as wealthy as other towns in Westchester County. There is an influx of wealthy residents coming in from the city and rent is skyrocketing.
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Woodlawn heights
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Sept. 19, 2022
Population: 10407
schools transportation crime education public transit
Community Activities and Services
Woodlawn Heights provides the community with a nonprofit organization called Taxpayer & Community Association. The goal of this organization is to protect and service the neighborhood.
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Richmond County Community, Staten Island
CUNY Community Mapping Project
kronebusch_paf9100_intro_public_affairs_fall2022
Sept. 19, 2022
Population: 22381
transportation mental health crime education environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made of diverse religious and ethnic groups including, Hispanic, Italian, African American, Asian, Jewish and more. The community is surrounded by various arts and cultural organizations and institutions that illustrate the history of Staten Island. These institutions include, Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden, Historic Richmond Town, Staten Island Museum and Garibaldi-Meucci Museum.
Community Needs and Concerns
The Staten Island community is one of the five boroughs that resides between Brooklyn and Manhattan. This borough is often referred to as the "forgotten borough." Staten Island is underrepresented as a whole by politicians and in the news. Our biggest need is for transportation that extents throughout the boroughs. We have one train that only travels throughout some neighborhoods of Staten Island, the Staten Island Ferry that only goes to Manhattan and one bus that travels to only Bay Ridge Brooklyn.
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Manhasset Hills, NY
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Sept. 18, 2022
Population: 1136
housing crime education suburban affordable
Community Activities and Services
People in my neighborhood really value the local school district as it gives us a sense of identity as an area with no real business downtown
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Yorkville Young Professionals and Families
CUNY Community Mapping Project
kronebusch_paf9100_intro_public_affairs_fall2022
Sept. 17, 2022
Population: 1397
transportation housing healthcare education elderly
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is predominantly made up of members of the LatinX community based in East Harlem, and the Jewish community of the Upper East Side. East Harlem is a cultural hub for latin food, and salsa music. Visitors can often see messaging in both Spanish and English and hear members speaking both languages in tandem. The Upper East Side similarly is filled with Kosher butcheries and synagogs.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made of young professionals and families. Members of my community have ample access to green spaces, schools, healthcare and a variety of fresh food options, most of these resources being within 20-30min walking.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is filled with working families and young professionals. Most people commute to work, either downtown or further uptown, accessing the Q or 4/5/6. In the morning, families are seen walking students to school and then heading to work themselves. Access to green spaces is a huge interest for most members of my community, folks are often seen partaking/volunteering at the 92nd st farmers markets on Sundays, or during community cleanups.
Community Needs and Concerns
Map drawers should be aware of the economic differences between these bordering communities. The median household income for East Harlem was $34,000 in 2019, whereas the UES's median household income was between $100-250,000. These stark differences have resulted in gentrification occurring in median communities (Yorkville) and the slow displacement of East Harlem residents.
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Astoria
CUNY Community Mapping Project
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Sept. 14, 2022
Population: 7276
diversity education young environment affordable
Community Activities and Services
Astoria is a paragon of New York City’s incredible communities. It has history, art and culture, not to mention an abundance of lively entertainment and incredible bars, bakeries, and restaurants.
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Leif Boulevard/Hidden Valley Residents
CUNY Community Mapping Project
kronebusch_paf9100_intro_public_affairs_fall2022
Sept. 14, 2022
Population: 491
roads transportation environment flooding suburban
Cultural or Historical Interests
The neighborhood does not have a general shared cultural or historical interest. There is a mixture of different religious and ethnic groups. The neighborhood has only existed for approximately 25 years, as that was when the townhouses were built.
Community Activities and Services
The community is a relatively isolated neighborhood that is next to the intersection between two important roads. There is not a natural gathering point for the community in the neighborhood beyond the nearby playground and clubhouse maintained by the homeowners association for the neighborhood. It is geographically far away from any natural gathering point, such as a town center or church.
Economic or Environmental Interests
The neighborhood is located near a series of forests that have been maintained for years. Recently, they have been cut down and reduced to build a new storage facility. As a result, there is increasing concern that storms can flood the lower parts of our neighborhood.
Community Needs and Concerns
The community is relatively isolated from other neighborhoods. Despite the lack of shared cultural or ethnic ties, it is a singular community that should be kept together simply due to the geography and lack of a cultural plurality in the neighborhood.
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Frederick Douglass Bow Tie Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Reichl/Shaping NYC/QC HNRS 226
July 20, 2022
Population: 51449
gentrification housing diversity education affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
One great strength of this community is its socioeconomic diversity, which mirrors that of greater NYC in many important respects (based on data from the NYC Population FactFinder). In terms of race/ethnicity the Latino and Black populations are slightly higher and the White and Asian populations slightly lower than citywide, but the overall racial/ethnic mix is quite similar to that of NYC as a whole. Economically, the community encompasses residents from public housing to luxury housing coexisting in close proximity. Although NYC is remarkably diverse it is also highly segregated by race and class, and it's rare to find communities like mine that embody the great diversity of NYC!
Community Activities and Services
My community benefits from many vibrant parks and public spaces. The most notable are Central Park and Morningside Park, but there are also numerous well-designed and generally well-maintained playgrounds, schoolyards, and recreation areas. It's a high-density area with many local shops and a lively street life, and it's well served with multiple bus and subway lines. All in all the community fits closely with Jane Jacobs's image of a healthy urban neighborhood, and a range of lively public spaces helps bring together a diverse population of varied racial/ethnic and class backgrounds.
Economic or Environmental Interests
The economics of the community mirror the diversity of NYC, spanning everything from public housing to luxury condos and low-wage service workers to highly paid professionals. The median household income is 10% below the citywide median and the poverty level is one-third higher than NYC, but there is also a greater percentage of high-income households due to higher proportions of workers in professions, education, social/health services, and the arts. Most of the housing stock was built before 1970 and more than 80% is rental. As in greater NYC nearly half of renters are officially 'rent burdened' (paying more than 30% of income for housing), which highlights a key economic concern.
Community Needs and Concerns
The greatest concern of my community is maintaining its rich diversity against the forces of gentrification. Most importantly this requires greater protections for/investments in affordable housing and affordable commercial spaces to support vulnerable residents and local businesses. The area extending from Frederick Douglass Circle along Central Park West and North is a prime target for further gentrification, but because the community spans parts of the Upper West Side and Harlem it has previously been split into different City Council districts. Instead, it should be unified in a single district (preferably without a White majority) to protect its rare and fragile diversity!
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Community Board 4
July 19, 2022
Population: 142444
housing healthcare mental health crime affordable
Community Activities and Services
Community Board 4 makes up mostly Chelsea and Hell's Kitchen.
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Hell's Kitchen
July 19, 2022
Population: 72683
housing healthcare diversity crime affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is Hell's Kitchen. We have long been a working and middle class neighborhood bounded by Eighth Avenue and the Hudson River (east and west) and West 34th Street and Wes 57th street (north and south)
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Unify Bensonhurst
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coi
July 17, 2022
Population: 176950
voting rights diversity crime education elderly
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community has large Asian, mainly Cantonese immigrant families who share the same culture, language and daily lives in Bensonhurst area.
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Unify Bensonhurst
July 17, 2022
Population: 174643
voting rights crime education elderly
Cultural or Historical Interests
Asian Majority Council District
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Unify Bensonhurst
July 17, 2022
Population: 174760
diversity crime education
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community has made by large Asian, specifically Cantonese Chinese families.
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brooklyn
July 16, 2022
Population: 173608
housing education elderly
Cultural or Historical Interests
Asian majority
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NEW City Council District 13
July 6, 2022
Population: 174662
libraries housing education elderly art
Community Needs and Concerns
The Youth of Van Nest and Morris Park are extremely underserved. These communities need a community center to nurture and give direction to Teens and adults. Van Nest and Morris Park are also in CEC11 which is owed 3,000 middle school seats. Our children are bussed out of our communities to be educated for middle school. We need more Senior Housing.
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Central Harlem
July 6, 2022
Population: 168510
housing mental health crime education affordable
Community Activities and Services
Central Harlem.
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Washington Heights and Inwood
July 6, 2022
Population: 173358
housing mental health crime education affordable
Community Activities and Services
Washington Heights and Inwood
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West Harlem
July 6, 2022
Population: 169590
housing crime education environment affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
We are a mix of Black, Jewish, Dominican, Puerto Rican, Salvadorian, Colombian, West African, West Indian, Irish, Cuban, Chinese, Mexican, Venezuelan, and other longstanding communities, as well as newcomers. Many of us speak Spanish as our primary language, but many people have now been naturalized or at least achieved green card status. There is a rich mix of Catholic, Baptist, Pentecostal, COGIC, Episcopal, and other houses of worship.
Community Activities and Services
We live west of the parks that are built on cliffs. We enjoy Riverside Park, Riverbank State Park, St. Nicholas Park, Jackie Robinson Park, and Morningisde Park. We rely on the 1 train to go uptown and downtown, and we rely on the M100, M101, M4, and Bx19 buses to go crosstown. There are only 5 or so crosstown streets connecting us to Central Harlem and points east (110th St, 125th Street, 126th Street, 141st Street, and 145th Street). Our housing is almost all pre-war and is or was rent-regulated. Many of us live in HDFC co-operatives.
Economic or Environmental Interests
We are near the North River Treatment plant, a wastewater treatment plant that has been polluting our community for decades, and we have more than our fair share of bus depots and other contributors to air pollution. We have a factory district on 126th and Amsterdam Avenue that is trying to become and employment hub. Columbia's expansion into Manhattanville is driving higher rents across the district. We have higher than average unemployment and a higher than average number of us are employed as frontline workers.
Community Needs and Concerns
Our community is currently split between two Council districts (7 and 9), and we would like everyone west of the cliffs/parks to be in the same district.
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July 5, 2022
Population: 72605
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NYC Council District 31 _ Corrected
July 5, 2022
Population: 172675
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Community Needs and Concerns
This district was created almost 30 years ago to provide representation for a predominantly Black community. This district is one of three districts in the entire borough of Queens represented by a Black member of the City Council.
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NYC Council District 31
July 5, 2022
Population: 172930
transportation housing crime education environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
This district was established more than 25 years ago to provide greater representation for the Black community. The district currently is majority Black in its demographics. There is a large afro-caribbean, english speaking community, along with a very distinct and vibrant Jewish community.
Community Activities and Services
My community consists of predominately 1-2 family homes, houses of worship, parts of the Jamaica Bay, and JFK International Airport.
Economic or Environmental Interests
The residents within this community varies from low to upper-middle class families. There is a great deal of environmental advocacy considering Jamaica Bay and JFK Airport rest within the district.
Community Needs and Concerns
There are many needs, including stronger infrastructure, access to trauma health facilities, to name a few.
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June 28, 2022
Population: 70228
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Little Yemen
June 28, 2022
Population: 57949
transportation housing diversity education environment
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Arabs and middle eastern
Community Activities and Services
Mosques
Economic or Environmental Interests
Little Yemen
Community Needs and Concerns
Frame my community
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Bukharian Community of Forest Hills and Rego Park
May 27, 2022
Population: 32537
crime education middle class Judaism
Cultural or Historical Interests
A large proportion of the community is comprised of Bukharian Jews, who are Jews that come from the former USSR countries of Central Asia. They share common culture, religion, and languages (Russian,Bukharian), and all immigrated to the Forest Hills/Rego Park area during the 1990s after the fall of the Soviet Union.
Community Activities and Services
Most people in my community are practicing Jews, so many of us gather at one of the two main Bukharian Jews synagogues, Beth Gavriel synagogue on 108th street in Rego Park and the Bukharian Jewish Community Center on 71st avenue in Forest Hills. During days off and after school hours many of the community members gather at the Annadale Playground and Yellowstone park, which are staple parks of the community. Finally, the community is also held together by the presence of a public elementary, middle, and high school, which makes it very easy to go to school within the community regardless of age.
Economic or Environmental Interests
The community contains a variety of professions, ranging from barbers to real estate to doctors to restaurant owners. Although many of the community members do not work within the community, the ones that do have a very diverse range of jobs. The community relies on outdoor areas such as parks and playgrounds as it is a suburban area and has a high population of children, thus it is important for the community to not be over-urbanized.
Community Needs and Concerns
We hope that the members of this community can be kept in the same district, as it contains the highest density of Bukharian Jews in the world, all of whom share the same or similar cultural, social, and economic interests.
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Lincoln Square Community
May 27, 2022
Population: 49446
pollution housing small businesses art white-collar
Cultural or Historical Interests
Lincoln Square consists primarily of white population with a few representatives of other races and ethnicities. However, the community that resides within the Lincoln Square has been severely affected by gentrification throughout the 20th century. Around 70 years ago, the residents of this area were preeminently African American, Afro-Caribbean, and Puerto-Rican. The neighborhood, known as San Juan Hills, was the epicenter of low-income immigrants who lived in horrible conditions. The slums of San Juan Hills were demolished during the “urban renewal”, a reconstruction project led by Robert Moses with a goal to build better housing, roads, and, ultimately, the Lincoln Center.
Community Activities and Services
The community of Lincoln Square is centered around the Lincoln Center, one of the world’s most famous performing arts centers, which serves as the focal point for cultural activity within the neighborhood. Since Lincoln Square is a very densely populated neighborhood, most of its residents refer walking or taking a CitiBike as primary means of transportation. However, there are still many public transport options available in the area, such as local buses (M7, M11, M12, M104, M20, M66, M72) or subway (Columbus Circle and 66th St stations).
Economic or Environmental Interests
Since the community of Lincoln Square is centered around the Lincoln Center, many residents are employed in the media and arts. Common occupations unite the residents of the neighborhood, creating a friendly open space for meeting people with similar interests.
Community Needs and Concerns
Though Lincoln Square seems to be an ideal place to live, yet the community still faces a few concerns that need to be resolved. One of such concerns is ridiculously expensive rent. Another problem of the community is harsh environment for small local businesses. On top of that, since so many people live in the area, the neighborhood faces serious environmental issues. According to King L et al (2015), “In the Upper West Side, levels of PM2.5, the most harmful air pollutant, are 10.3 micrograms per cubic meter, compared with 10.7 in Manhattan and 8.6 citywide."
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May 27, 2022
Population: 4571
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Queensboro Hill
May 26, 2022
Population: 23638
transportation renewable resources housing education East Asian
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is located near a park, so it is very concerned with park safety, street safety, and park cleanliness.
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May 26, 2022
Population: 6242
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East Harlem
May 26, 2022
Population: 169479
transportation housing education environment affordable
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is located on the East River. Climate change in the upcoming years is an urgent issue.
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Van Nest Community, Community Board 11, 49th Precinct, Bronx Muslim Center, St. Dominic & OLS Church
May 25, 2022
Population: 178567
housing crime education elderly affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
The whole of Van Nest was established in late 1800's and early 1900's around the Morris Park Race Track's entrance in Van Nest close to the Van Nest Train Station. Also the Yemeni Muslim Community is split with the border running up Wallace Avenue.
Community Activities and Services
My community of Van Nest is part of Community Board 11, part of the 49th Precinct. Van Nest is a low density community and myself with two other Van Nest residents in CD15 are part of CB11 representing issues relevant to our Van Nest community on CB11 and the 49th Precinct.
Economic or Environmental Interests
The residents of Van Nest are either employed in Manhattan or at the hospitals in City Council 13 of Montefiore or Jacobi.
Community Needs and Concerns
The families and especially our children are extremely underserved. The young and teens of both the Van Nest and Morris Park communities have no community center to offer after school, sports, cultural, summer camp programs. They have no outlet but to get into trouble or swept up by drug dealers. It has been this way for decades. This burden was partially shared with the parochial schools that were closed 15 years ago. We are owed 3,000 middle school seats and now 85% of our children must be bussed out of our community to go to middle school. Van Nest lost its library in a political battle in 1998. It was never replaced. We lost our post office in 2003.
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Commercial Rego Park
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Reichl/Shaping NYC/QC HNRS 226
May 23, 2022
Population: 962
transportation housing diversity
Cultural or Historical Interests
This community is largely comprised of white and Asian residents. The Jewish community in commercial Rego Park is particularly prominent, though there is a church within the community as well.
Community Activities and Services
Rego Center features various department stores, such as Burlington, Ikea, TJ Maxx, and Marshall’s, as well as supermarkets and wholesale stores, such as Aldi and Costco. A few blocks down is Queens Center Mall, which has a wide variety of shops, including but not limited to Express, the Apple Store, Sephora, Gap, Victoria’s Secret, and Foot Locker. Queens Center Mall and Rego Center are hubs for activity within the community; not only do they provide residents with resources such as food, clothing, and groceries, but these are also the main areas in which people of the community and neighborhood gather to socialize.
Economic or Environmental Interests
The residents of this neighborhood typically work white collar office jobs. Since the 63rd Drive-Rego Park and Woodhaven Boulevard subway stations are so conveniently located, residents who typically work office jobs in Manhattan are able to commute back and forth with ease, typically with no transfers.
Community Needs and Concerns
What makes commercial Rego Park so unique may be its lack of needs and concerns. This is a fairly affluent community comprised of middle class and upper middle class individuals. The residents of commercial Rego Park have access to an abundance of resources.
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Commercial Rego Park
May 21, 2022
Population: 6987
transportation housing diversity
Cultural or Historical Interests
This community is largely comprised of white and Asian residents. The Jewish community in commercial Rego Park is particularly prominent, though there is a church within the community as well.
Community Activities and Services
Rego Center features various department stores, such as Burlington, Ikea, TJ Maxx, and Marshall’s, as well as supermarkets and wholesale stores, such as Aldi and Costco. A few blocks down is Queens Center Mall, which has a wide variety of shops, including but not limited to Express, the Apple Store, Sephora, Gap, Victoria’s Secret, and Foot Locker. Queens Center Mall and Rego Center are hubs for activity within the community; not only do they provide residents with resources such as food, clothing, and groceries, but these are also the main areas in which people of the community and neighborhood gather to socialize.
Economic or Environmental Interests
The residents of this neighborhood typically work white collar office jobs. Since the 63rd Drive-Rego Park and Woodhaven Boulevard subway stations are so conveniently located, residents who typically work office jobs in Manhattan are able to commute back and forth with ease, typically with no transfers.
Community Needs and Concerns
What makes commercial Rego Park so unique may be its lack of needs and concerns. This is a fairly affluent community comprised of middle class and upper middle class individuals. The residents of commercial Rego Park have access to an abundance of resources.
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Little Neck-Douglaston
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Reichl/Shaping NYC/QC HNRS 226
May 19, 2022
Population: 25262
transportation housing diversity education suburban
Cultural or Historical Interests
The community is mainly white and Asian as seen by multiple Asian stores, such as H-Mart, and bilingual advertising used in the area. However, the area is also at increasing risk of gentrification since the more affordable smaller homes are being demolished in favor of larger homes at exorbitant prices. Some smaller celebrities own property in the area which possibly contributed to the desire to make larger houses. Unfortunately, most of these houses increase in size at the cost of a backyard or large driveway area, making parking more difficult especially due to the amount of teachers in the area.
Community Activities and Services
My community is in school district 26 and is home to multiple different elementary schools and a middle school which all have positive ratings. Most students live in the area or do not commute very far. Older students enjoy eating at our local fast food places or eating at our famous “Joe’s Pizzeria” which is on the main street connecting all the major schools. There are a variety of churches, the largest being St. Anastasia which also hosts many community events such as the carnival and serves as the end point for our annual Memorial Day parade. There are also other churches which conduct mass in specific languages, such as in Korean. Has three bus routes and close proximity to the LIRR.
Economic or Environmental Interests
The community has good connections to both the city and Long Island making it a good middle-ground for commuters. There is no particular job that people do in this area however, due to Little Neck Bay, the area is known for various shellfish such as clams.
Community Needs and Concerns
Little Neck is closely associated with Douglaston and oftentimes the lines differentiating the two are blurred. Due to this, the community is often hyphenated as Little Neck-Douglaston, which I feel is an accurate name for the area. However, Queens Community District 11 combines the two with Bayside, Auburndale, East Flushing, Oakland Gardens, and Hollis Hills, creating a large area. I propose that Little Neck-Douglaston all the way until the Nassau County line be its own district due to its uniqueness: proximity to the water, local parks, access to public transit, and access to Long Island and Manhattan. The other areas share likeness only along Northern Boulevard where the Q12 runs.
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Hillside Avenue
May 18, 2022
Population: 20661
transportation diversity mental health crime education
Cultural or Historical Interests
Hillside is incredibly diverse with a majority being the Asian population, specifically South Asia. They are followed by the Hispanic Community as well as the African American Community. More than half of Hillside is Foreign born. The majority from South Central Asia along with a good amount from South America as well.
Community Activities and Services
Hillside is filled with small businesses as well as large fast food corporations. It is also a hub of transportation featuring: F train, Grand Central Parkway, Clearview Expressway, Q1, Q43, Q36, etc. Along the avenue there is also plenty of schools both public and private. For example, The Mary Louis Academy. Hillside is also home to Creedmoor Psychiatric Center.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Hillside's economy rests on the businesses that line its streets. However there are too many fast food places and not enough access to fresh groceries.
Community Needs and Concerns
Safety is a huge concern in the community. The area around the 179th street station is filled with liquor stores and bars making it an unsafe area after dark. Creedmoor Psychiatric Center is also a concern since the outpatient services there are underfunded and many residents aren't getting the help they need.
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Oakland Gardens Renters Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Reichl/Shaping NYC/QC HNRS 226
May 18, 2022
Population: 11522
transportation housing diversity crime affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
2. There is a large Korean Community in the area so there are a lot of stores appealing to the Korean community including a kimbab restaurant, two Korean Barbeque places, as well as a Korean supermarket. In the past there was a large Jewish community in the area but over the years that population has been dwindling. There are is also smaller ethnic communities like the Muslim and south asian communities as well as a small African American Community.
Community Activities and Services
1. People in my community socialize at various locations including the local library, some of the many NYC park and playgrounds, and various religious centers. The biggest area of socializing in the community is Alley Pond Park, a large NYC public park with an expansive running trail, baseball fields, a picnic area, and a playground. People also socialize at various elementary school playgrounds in the area to hang out or play basketball. There is also a Catholic Church called American Martyrs where the catholic community in the area attends, as well as a Jewish center.
Economic or Environmental Interests
3. A large portion of the community commutes to Manhattan for work, making the community reliant on the Queens express bus service as well as the other local bus lines that connect to the NYC subway system and the Long Island Railroad. The environmental concerns in the community are mostly to keep the parks and the streets clean. Also, since the community is made up of mostly apartment complexes most of the garbage in the area is consolidated to large dumpsters within the complexes that tend to overfill and leave trash blowing around on a windy day, concerning residents.
Community Needs and Concerns
4. Map drawers should know that a community of renters exist within this area and that this community is diverse economically and culturally and has its own needs separate from the rest of the area. Rising rents is a major concern for this community of renters. The need for better transportation is also a major concern of the community with many residents reliant on the MTA bus service to get to work. Also, crime is a growing concern among my community with a few instances of violent crime occurring in the past few months.
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The Latinx Tenants of Richmond Hill
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Reichl/Shaping NYC/QC HNRS 226
May 18, 2022
Population: 8269
housing mental health crime education affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made up of a latinx, roman catholic, working class majority and the most non-english language spoken there is Spanish. The community has been in the neighborhood since the 1970s and is affected by housing inequalities, the lack of quality education, poverty, a homelessness and mental health crisis, an increase of crimes, and poor air quality.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of people who go to the Holy Child Jesus Church. This church provides many services such as a food bank. There are also food distribution centers and many emergency shelters that help those who need an immediate place to stay, while reconnecting with housing. My community also has 19 diverse schools, two local libraries, three fire stations, one police station, and one hospital. It is located near forest park, the Richmond Hill War Memorial, and the Jackson Pond playground. Lastly, the J train and the Q56 allow residents to travel, interact with one another, and the public space around, strengthening residents' involvement and engagement within Richmond Hill.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is located near many retail stores such as restaurants, salons, clothing stores, e.t.c, which all partake in the economic growth of this community and even contributes to the rise of employment present. My community is also known as a transit hub. With this being said, the air is very polluted, which leads to a decrease in the health of the environment and its residents.
Community Needs and Concerns
This community needs to be included within a single district to maximize its political power. This is because although Latinx residents make up the majority and renters make up 45%, both their issues and concerns are overlooked. Therefore, they have shared policy concerns and social services that focus on tenant rights, temporary assistance, and homelessness. So, by gaining political power they can fully assist the overall wellbeing of the people and strengthen the community like never before.
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Pocket of Koreans in East Flushing
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Reichl/Shaping NYC/QC HNRS 226
May 16, 2022
Population: 9903
religion historical immigration Christianity East Asian
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made up of first and second generation Korean immigrants. It was not until the 1970s that the Greek and Italian residents started to leave Flushing, in which the Korean immigrants started to take advantage of the cheap housing prices to settle down.
Community Activities and Services
The people in my community use Korean churches, Korean owned restaurants and businesses to gather and socialize. Also, to obtain community access services, the people rely on Korean pharmacies and pediatric centers to obtain services and care.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is mostly comprised of Korean stores and businesses in which residents are employed either at restaurants or the numerous churches within the vicinity. Also, there are some residents that have white collar jobs and work at Korean pharmacies or the pediatrics.
Community Needs and Concerns
When people think of East Flushing, the community is often mistaken as being heavily concentrated by Chinese people as it is relatively close to Downtown Flushing. However, it is essential to bring awareness that there is a small pocket of Korean residents in East Flushing that thrives on the coherence and the sharing of the same values, businesses, and ways of socializing/gathering.
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East Flushing Hindu Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Reichl/Shaping NYC/QC HNRS 226
May 6, 2022
Population: 1538
education Asian Hinduism East Asian South Asian
Cultural or Historical Interests
People in this community are connected by their identity- being Asian immigrants. A majority of the population consists of Asians, East Asians being more common. The South Asians in this community are connected by their shared religion.
Community Activities and Services
My community consists of a Hindu temple, its neighboring South Indian restaurant, and surrounding Hindu organizations.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Residents are employed throughout NYC.
Community Needs and Concerns
Map drawers need to make sure to keep people of a certain group together so that the community is not disrupted.
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Elmhurst Hospital Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Reichl/Shaping NYC/QC HNRS 226
May 5, 2022
Population: 32154
immigration Asian public health middle class multilingual
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is primarily Asian (South Asian, East Asian, South East Asian) and Latinx cultures. The area is very heavily populated by immigrants and families. The area seems to be made up mostly of middle aged people and children.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of people who utilize the spaces near Elmhurst Hospital. There are two subway stations that serve as the most heavily populated/utilized hubs for shopping and businesses, and there is a public park nearby that is used by all ages.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My area is primarily made up of small businesses and restaurants. 82nd street has lots of bigger chain stores, but almost everything else is a small business with a focus on ethnic cuisine and products. The Hospital is also an important aspect of the area as many people are employed there. People also use the space for the Jackson-Heights Roosevelt avenue subway station (and the 82nd street station). The community is not very clean or well maintained as it could be, and there are a lot of homeless individuals.
Community Needs and Concerns
The area is crowded and there is difficulty when it comes to parking space and affordability. Many of the people who live there have lived there for a while, but because of gentrification, the prices are slowly going up and people are being pushed out. There are also a lot of cars in the neighborhood, so traffic and parking become an issue for residents.
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Oakland Gardens Apartment Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Reichl/Shaping NYC/QC HNRS 226
May 5, 2022
Population: 12687
transportation housing diversity crime affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is fairly diverse so there are several cultural bonds. There is a pretty large Korean Community in the area so there are a lot of stores appealing to the Korean community including a Kimbab restaurant, two Korean Barbeque places, as well as a Korean supermarket. In the past there was a large Jewish community in the area but over the years that population has been dwindling.
Community Activities and Services
People in my community socialize at various different locations including the local library, some of the many NYC park and playgrounds, and various religious centers. The biggest area of socializing in the community is definitely Alley Pond Park, a fairly large NYC public park with an expansive running trail, baseball fields, a picnic area, and a playground. People also socialize at various elementary school playgrounds in the area to hang out or play basketball. There is also a Catholic Church called American Martyrs where the catholic community in the area attends, as well as a Jewish center.
Economic or Environmental Interests
A large portion of the community commutes to Manhattan for work, making the community reliant on the Queens express bus service as well as the other local bus lines that connect to the NYC subway system and the Long Island Railroad. The environmental concerns in the community are mostly to keep the parks and the streets clean. Also since the community is made up of mostly apartment complexes most of the garbage in the area is consolidated to large dumpsters within the complexes that tend to overfill and leave trash blowing around on a windy day, concerning residents.
Community Needs and Concerns
Map drawers should know that this community is fairly diverse economically and culturally but share some common goals. The road signs or lack thereof are a major concern of the community following a fatal accident at a dangerous intersection with no traffic light or stop signs. Better transportation is also a major concern of the community with many residents reliant on. the MTA bus service got get to work. Also, crime is a growing concern among my community with a few instances of violent crime occurring in the past few months.
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Kew Gardens Hills Jewish Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Reichl/Shaping NYC/QC HNRS 226
May 4, 2022
Population: 34526
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made up of a predominately Jewish demographic, sharing a national culture, history, religion, language, and much more.
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Jews of Kew Gardens Hills
May 4, 2022
Population: 26531
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made up of a predominately Jewish demographic, sharing a national culture, history, religion, language, and much more.
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NYC Council District 30
April 30, 2022
Population: 173143
transportation crime environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
These communities are intertwined, their histories are dependent on each other.
Community Activities and Services
Maspeth, Middle Village, Glendale, Ridgewood
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The Elmhurst Hospital Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Reichl/Shaping NYC/QC HNRS 226
April 29, 2022
Population: 10518
food immigration Asian Latinx large corporations
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is primarily Asian (South Asian, East Asian, South East Asian) and Latinx cultures. The area is very heavily populated by immigrants and families. The area seems to be made up mostly of middle aged people and children.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of people who utilize the spaces near Elmhurst Hospital. There are two subway stations that serve as the most heavily populated/utilized hubs for shopping and businesses, and there is a public park nearby that is used by all ages.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My area is primarily made up of small businesses and restaurants. 82nd street has lots of bigger chain stores, but almost everything else is a small business with a focus on ethnic cuisine and products. The Hospital is also an important aspect of the area as many people are employed there. People also use the space for the Jackson-Heights Roosevelt avenue subway station (and the 82nd street station). The community is not very clean or well maintained as it could be, and there are a lot of homeless individuals.
Community Needs and Concerns
The area is crowded and there is difficulty when it comes to parking space and affordability. Many of the people who live there have lived there for a while, but because of gentrification, the prices are slowly going up and people are being pushed out. There are also a lot of cars in the neighborhood, so traffic and parking become an issue for residents.
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The Five Towns Jewish Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Reichl/Shaping NYC/QC HNRS 226
April 28, 2022
Population: 47655
taxes education suburban Judaism
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is centered around the orthodox jewish community of the five towns and its communal tentpole institutions like synagogues and kosher shopping
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is located near the water and we have been affected by flooding and no'reasters. It's a suburb and most people commute to NYC, either by car or the LIRR to the work.
Community Needs and Concerns
Our community crosses town and neighborhood lines and it's been proposed to break up the five towns before. Although there are differences between towns, I believe they comprise one community that should remain contiguous.
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Jamaica Hills
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Reichl/Shaping NYC/QC HNRS 226
April 28, 2022
Population: 3662
transportation housing diversity education affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
The people residing in Jamaica Hills are from various backgrounds. The people I come in most contacts with are South Asian. However, there are several black and Hispanic individuals living in the area as well. Since there are four schools located in the area, many of the people within the community are tied with their connection to these schools whether they, their kids, or someone they know went to the schools. Muslims in the area tend to gather on Fridays and Jamaica Muslim Center gets permission to block off JMC way( a street that has been recently established) in order to allow the Muslim community to gather. Most of the people are immigrants or children of immigrants.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of the people that reside in, shop at, and attend school in Jamaica Hills. Most people hang out in front of restaurants, near the religious buildings (Mosques/Churches), and the schools. There are also two playgrounds where most of the children play after school hours. There are a few urgent care locations and general doctors, dentists, physical therapists, and pharmacies located in jamaica hills. Transportation is abundant in this area since buses and trains are readily available.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is full of drivers and there is heavy traffic since it is located near Grand Central and connected to Hillside avenue. This raises concerns for air quality and general safety for pedestrians. Additionally, the pond located in the Captain Tilly Playground is heavily polluted. People are discouraged from interacting with it because of how dirty it is.
Community Needs and Concerns
The community needs some kind of regulation for the traffic that happens on hillside avenue. The traffic there is very heavy and unsafe for pedestrians because there's a double-parking issue in front of grocery stores without parking. Most people are from lower-income households, making the prices of food and general necessities unreasonable to expect the residents to pay. Social services that make basic necessities accessible would help residents who struggle to afford groceries and other needs. Education and job security are a concern for many parents in the area, a service that educates children and parents on how to succeed in school and work would be greatly beneficial to them.
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Inter-Continental Community of East Tremont
April 16, 2022
Population: 46835
transportation housing healthcare diversity environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
What cultural or historical interests define your community? Tremont Avenue was built early in the development of the area as a business route. Bronx Borough Hall, which was located in Tremont Park (previously known as "Old Borough Hall" Park) from 1897 to 1969, when it was dismantled, was a hub of civic activity in the area. Immigrants came into the neighborhood once the elevated train line was built, many fleeing the Lower East Side's congested tenements. Ethnic groups cycled through the neighborhood, following greater demographic swings in many other cities: initially, Italian and Irish immigrants, then Jews, and finally, African Americans and Hispanics after World War II.
Community Activities and Services
Access to transportation is the first and most significant service that defines my neighborhood. In my neighborhood, the Train 2 and 5 lines, as well as several buses, run. This is a significant benefit to the community, since it is a rather active one, with individuals going to work and school children going to school. There are a number of schools in the area that cater to both elementary and middle school students. The Bronx Zoo, which is close to East Tremont, is a fantastic spot for families to spend a day, especially during the summer.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Prior to the construction of the Cross Bronx Expressway, Tremont Park was a 15-acre open space and leisure area that was previously part of the larger Crotona Park to the south. Between 3rd and Arthur Avenues, it spans the full southern side of Tremont Avenue. The 3rd Avenue/Tremont Avenue rezoning, which intended to boost development possibilities along the Tremont Avenue commercial shopping corridor, rezoned sections of the corridor in 2010. The existing zoning allows for a wide range of building types, including entirely commercial structures as well as a combination of residential and business uses.
Community Needs and Concerns
Access to healthcare- Poor health care can result in unfavorable health consequences and more intense treatment, such as unnecessary hospitalizations. In East Tremont, about a quarter of residents do not have health insurance, and one out of every nine people goes without required medical treatment, which is close to the citywide figure. East Tremont has a greater rate of late or no prenatal treatment than the rest of the city. For a long time, the neighborhood has been afflicted by a variety of social issues connected with poverty, ranging from crime to drug addiction.
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CUNY Baruch College in Gramercy near Stuyvesant Town Peter Cooper in Manhattan, NY, NY.
April 4, 2022
Population: 22794
housing education
Cultural or Historical Interests
Manhattan has 65% of college graduates (in a state that does not produce as high of a rate of college graduates), implying that this borough attracts highly educated individuals and households from around the world. Average age is 38. Biggest generation being baby boomers. Stuyvesant Town Peter Cooper Village housing the biggest real estate transaction in housing. The borough with most single-person households. The borough with the most square footage in apartments and units, owned. The borough with the least car ownership, contributing toward NY being one of the least energy consuming states.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of CUNY Baruch College students (15,000 of the 250,000 CUNY students. CUNY students who make up the majority of college graduates in NYC) near Stuyvesant Town Peter Cooper Village. This community is Manhattan's Community Board District 6 of 59) and is within the U.S. 12th Congressional District (represented by Carolyn Maloney).
Economic or Environmental Interests
* 1.6M residents in 2019. * With the exception of the newly passed millionaires tax, population growth has been steadily increasing (though today matches that of 2014) * Ranked 15th by Kiplinger as "Where Millionaires Live in America" The concentration of high-wage earners in the New York - Newark, Jersey City and Pennsylvania area is 9% with 672,863 millionaire households. (Not unattainable when looking past high unemployment levels and at the median income for all households at $83,160. Though, less than 7% of Americans makes more than $75k/year.)
Community Needs and Concerns
Specifically, corporate partnerships (for the 30% of workers who work with corporations or companies with more than 1k employees) to help combat competition for entry-level jobs. The Baruch College and CUNY community may be large in scale, though competes with the rest of the world for highly coveted, high wage-earning jobs. (Think Goldman Sachs or 200,000 Wall Street jobs that just saw their biggest bonuses since 2008 and who also contribute most toward NY's federal income taxes - and all of the CUNY students (who may be equally educated though without the advantages of paid-for, dormitory-set-up-and-lived in IVY league or private school upbringings) who are left-out of the jobs. Wallethub.
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Albanian Community of Queens, NY
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Wilby_POL3000_Methods
April 3, 2022
Population: 23287
transportation healthcare education environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
The Albanian community of Queens can be divided into two main categories: first-generation Albanian-Americans (people that were usually born and raised in Albania and emigrated later on to the U.S.) and second-generation Albanian-American (people that were born in the U.S., but their parents were born and raised in Albania. Regarding religion, there are only two religions that are followed Christianity and Islam. Also, the Albanian community in Queens can be divided into a few small groups based on ethnicity which are those who were born in Albania, Kosovo, Montenegro, or Serbia. Regardless of the ethnicity, everyone in the Albanian community speaks the same language which is the Albanian la
Community Activities and Services
People of the Albanian Community of Queens, usually gather and socialize in coffee shops, which is sort of a tradition originated in Albania. Gathering in coffee shops in the Albanian community is the equivalent of gathering and socializing in restaurants, parks, or churches for people in other communities. In addition, younger generations also socialize in parks, schools, libraries, beaches etc. In regard to accessing services, the Albanian community uses the same healthcare, transportation, and educational services as any other community in New York. The only distinction may be that people prefer to use cars as a mean of transportation rather than using public transport.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Most of first-generation Albanian-Americans are employed in jobs that require low level skills mainly because of the lack of education in the United States and the inability to speak the English language. Industries in which they are usually employed in are construction, food service, maintenance and janitorial services and transportation. Second generation Albanian-Americans are usually employed in jobs that require high level skills and usually a college degree such as financial services, healthcare, and education.
Community Needs and Concerns
I would say that is important to keep the Albanian community in the same district rather than separating it into multiple districts. This because people in this community tend to live close to each other in a way that is easier to support one another, especially first generation Albanian- Americans. Something that I assume my community needs is building a better and greater relationship with nearby communities.
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Muslim and Punjabi community of Hillside
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Wilby_POL3000_Methods
April 2, 2022
Population: 8931
transportation housing crime education environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
This community is primarily made up of Muslims and people of Hispanic origin.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of Muslims of South Asian who go to nearby mosques and interact at the local gym.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Accessibility to jobs is an issue but many of them work in the healthcare industry and environmental concerns include hazardous street conditions and defective street lights with the potential for an electrical outage during heavy storms.
Community Needs and Concerns
We need to keep our community in the same district as some others as this district does not get as much attention in terms of local issues.
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Commuters of Baruch COllege
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Wilby_POL3000_Methods
April 2, 2022
Population: 2377
transportation education affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
What really defines us all is our shared disruption of our daily lives by the pandemic. 3rd and 4th years lived 2 years in an online setting and this is the first year sophomores actually attended college in person. A once in a 100 years pandemic disrupted everything and radically changed how we studied and worked. As Baruch is a predominantly business focused school, most students who attend there have a business mindset. Some of the surveyors didn’t tell me what job worked but some added extra details such as they work as managers, interns at big corporations, or work in financial offices. We share a culture of business and high-productivity in tandem with a commuter culture.
Community Activities and Services
One of the Key services defined by my community is that all the people I surveyed used the NYC Metro System. Its how they get around the city a majority of the time, and none of the participants owned any form of vehicular transportation. According to the Survey’s responses and the MTA system, Majority of the surveyees used the 4 train rather than the 6 with some outliers using the F train due to living in queens. Baruch community stores are defined by Fast food restaurants and food carts. People understand the commuter culture around the area so restaurants aren't a very defining feature. Students are always on the move and need places to get a quick bite to eat.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Many students at baruch college are interested in business so many people have jobs relating to business especially the seniors who are more career oriented. Students in the survey don’t have a job working in the school but work jobs in the Five boroughs. Even though according to the Rudin center, the area is ranked 14/177 for job access so there are plenty of jobs in the area. Students in internships are around the Zipcode but otherwise most students work elsewhere. But Many students do complain about the high-cost of living. While some students see their careers in the city, many want the education to get out and move to somewhere where there are better opportunities for living. NYC is one
Community Needs and Concerns
According to the students, crime is almost a negligible concern in baruch or around the campus. Many people don’t stick around too long and oftentimes go straight home after they are done with classes. According to the NYC Map of crime data,there are only 1.4 crimes per 1000 residents which is pretty average. Since Baruch is very busy traffic wise, and since the subways are nearby. Crimes don’t happen around baruch often or the students in the study felt no concern over it. What students do have concerns over are typically student problems, such as the courses they study. Seniors have it rough since they want to graduate and they are on a career track so they have to get everything in order
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Historic and Diverse Eateries in and around Ridgewood
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Wilby_POL3000_Methods
April 2, 2022
Population: 15668
food historical housing diversity landmark
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is very diverse with residents of Polish, German, Italian, Puerto Rican, Chinese descent. Ridgewood is also one of the oldest neighborhoods in all of New York City and is home to over 10 historic national districts. It is filled with brick rowhouse dwellings that are apart of the central Ridgewood historic district (one of the 10 historic national districts). These houses date back to the 1890s to the 1900s.
Community Activities and Services
My community is filled with many diverse eateries and shopping areas. From Italian to German to Dominican, there are restaurants scattered throughout the neighborhood that have been open for years. Myrtle Avenue also intersects into this community and has many small shops that sell clothing, shoes, hardware etc.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Ridgewood has many small businesses and family-owned stores. Many of the eateries around here are ran by families. There are a lot of blue collar workers that live in the area as well. A concern for this community is mainly problems with the housing in the area. There are many problems with utilities like heating and electricity due to the age of the houses.
Community Needs and Concerns
Ridgewood is right on the border of Queens and Brooklyn. There are a lot of cemeteries like All Faiths and Evergreen in and on the borders of Ridgewood. There are a lot of older citizens that live in this area and it has become hard for them to pay rent in their houses and get food. A lot of them benefit from senior centers and food pantries.
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The Diverse Region of East New York
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Wilby_POL3000_Methods
April 1, 2022
Population: 25340
pollution homelessness crime environment air quality
Cultural or Historical Interests
Many of the individuals in my neighborhood identify as either catholic or Muslim, especially many of the individuals I surveyed outside of my household. There are large communities of both religion in my neighborhood. Although they have many differing beliefs, it is very evident that my neighborhood is very united as well as interconnected. I say interconnected because there are many Islamic businesses, such as halal butcher shops that sell their products to many of the local supermarkets or grocery stores. This interdependence has brought my community closer to each other throughout the past few decades.
Community Activities and Services
In my community, there is a large church where many of the catholics in my neighborhood go to gather for religious purposes. As well as a Masjid that many of the muslims in my neighborhood go to for religious observation and to celebrate holy events or marriages, just as is done at my local church. There is also a large park called Highland Park where many people of all races and religions go to, there you can see birthday parties, picnics, and even sports games. Public transportation is all over East New York, just as healthcare services are.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Many of the individuals I had surveyed had said that they feel that pollution is the main concern. Individuals had complained that they are exposed to too much PM2.5 pollution from vehicles, especially since Jackie Robinson Expressway is very close to our neighborhood, as well as many two-lane expressways. Others had said that the dumping of garbage all over our neighborhood was also an environmental concern, because such dumping invites rats and other unwanted animals into the neighborhood. They also stated that they believe our community needs more job opportunities, they say that without such opportunities, the rising chance of our children entering a criminal lifestyle only increases.
Community Needs and Concerns
Many of the individuals I had surveyed had said that they believed the rising homeless presence in our neighborhood was a big concern, as well as the lack of job opportunities. Many had stated that the homeless presence in our neighborhood had made it very scary for their female loved ones to come home at night by themselves, a very reasonable concern that I too share. They had also said that the homeless presence had also brought with it the visible use of schedule 1 drugs in our streets. The lack of job opportunities was also a big concern, some respondents had said that some of their childhood friends had turned to drug dealing as a means of bringing in money for their family
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Jewish Community of Young Israel of Jamaica Estates
April 1, 2022
Population: 6511
housing education elderly suburban affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
A historical event that defines my community is the Holocaust. When asked “What is an historical event our community relates to, and why?”, all three people I interviewed immediately responded “Holocaust”. All three interviewers explained how they are descendants of Holocaust survivors and know that many fellow community members are descendants of holocaust survivors as well.
Community Activities and Services
After completing my interviews, I found that my community is defined by religious services on the sabbath. Many community members gather at the local synagogue on Friday nights and Saturday mornings to socialize and pray. Synagogue is often a place where members congregate and discuss political beliefs as well.
Economic or Environmental Interests
I found a common economic interests in my community is working jobs that make enough money to send children to private schools and maintain a religious Jewish lifestyle, which can be relatively expensive. All three people I interviewed explained their biggest expenses are sending their children to private Jewish schools. Two people I interviewed have four children and both told me they were paying upwards of $120,000 each year to educate their children. The third person I interviewed told me she receives financial aid from a Jewish private school that her child attends but it is still her largest expense. My community believes it is important to send their children to Jewish private schools
Community Needs and Concerns
In recent times some concerns my community has is safety and security. My local synagogue pays an extra fee to a security company so members can feel safe when attending synagogue. In fact, when asked “What are some security concerns you have in our community?” everyone answered anti-semitism. One interviewer explained how anti-Semitic attacks have gone up tremendously in the United States. She explained how just a couple of months ago there was a hostage situation at a synagogue in Texas. Another participant mentioned that last year there was a crazy man walking up and down her block screaming anti-Semitic tropes while wearing a Hitler shirt. Another person I interviewed explained that cri
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Young Israel of Jamaica Estates
April 1, 2022
Population: 5833
housing crime education suburban affordable
Community Activities and Services
My community is made of of people who pray at Young Israel of Jamaica Estates.
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The Asian Manhattan
March 31, 2022
Population: 143242
transportation housing education affordable
Community Activities and Services
Within my community, there are numerous activities and services disposable for the public. Locations such as Flushing Meadow Park and the recreation center are in high use within my community since they are free and available for the public to use. In my interview, the one public space that my interviewees occasionally visited was Flushing Meadow Park and its night market present during the warmer weather. When speaking with the interviewees, they often frequent the recreation center since it is free for children as well as the multitude of sports activities and programs present. On top of the recreation center, during the warmer weather, they would visit public parks where they would use th
Economic or Environmental Interests
While Flushing hasn’t suffered from most natural disasters except flooding, it doesn’t disinvolve them from any environmental issues. One environmental concern is the pollution of Flushing’s waters that is caused by the water-front condominium being built there. Another environmental interest that defines my community is the large rise of buildings within Flushing as well as the prevalent traffic located on Main Street. Such developments and large traffic tend to pollute the city causing drastic environmental issues. As the population of Flushing continues to increase, the need for construction increases as well creating vast pollution with large areas of land being decimated to accommodate
Community Needs and Concerns
Since my community is like a small city, transportation is a high priority, but mass transit is a major issue, even more in the outskirts. The only train that stops in Flushing is the 7 train and it only reaches the forefront of Flushing making trekking deeper a more difficult and tedious task. When speaking with my interviewees, their main concern was the lack of mobility available to the public. They often complained about the frequent delays and the long wait time for buses to arrive. Another concern they brought up was also the lack of trains present in Flushing making traveling long distances in Flushing expensive since they have to use delivery services which are costly e
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Crotona Park East Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Wilby_POL3000_Methods
March 31, 2022
Population: 36607
gentrification parks Latinx affordable construction
Cultural or Historical Interests
The demography of Crotona Park East is about 2/3rd hispanic and 1/3rd black with small but growing white and asian populations each around 1%. Along with the rest of the Bronx, it is also more religious on average than NYC as a whole; a larger percentage of its population identifying as christian. It is also younger on average than NYC as a whole, with roughly a quarter of the people living here being under the age of 18. Crotona Park East was the epicenter of the arson epidemic in the south bronx during the 70s which destroyed 80% of the housing market. The renewal project that followed created a slice of suburbia.
Community Activities and Services
As implied by the name of the neighborhood, Crotona Park is the most defining feature of Crotona Park East. That is the place you go to get away from people. Barbershops, bodegas, delis, hair salons, churches, pharmacies, and mechanics are the easiest businesses to find in the area. The primary method of public transit is the overground 2/5 train line along with seven bus routes that service the community, although that number is set to reduce to six given the MTA’s plan to streamline bus services across NYC.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Despite the rapid developments, the area still lags behind the rest of the city in several indicators: crime, poverty, education, unemployment, cleanliness, air pollution, health, obesity, substance abuse; all worse off than the average of NYC as a whole. What’s more, all of the city’s largest job centers lay at least an hour away via train ride. While substantial progress has been made in the past few decades on all those fronts, more work certainly remains to be done.
Community Needs and Concerns
The development of the area has largely been a success story, albeit one that if community and governmental leaders aren’t careful could displace the very people this community has served for decades. Gentrification comes with as many cons as it does pros, depending on who you ask, and there is no doubt that this community is gentrifying before our eyes. While Crotona Park East is riding the wave of progress, we need to make sure it doesn’t get swept up by the tide.
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March 28, 2022
Population: 172678
transportation
Cultural or Historical Interests
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Community Activities and Services
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Economic or Environmental Interests
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Community Needs and Concerns
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Millennials on the lower Upper West Side
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Wilby_POL3000_Methods
March 24, 2022
Population: 74203
housing young small businesses urban affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
The most obvious cultural interest is Lincoln Center. The great thing about Lincoln Center is that, during the summer (even through the pandemic) that have tons of free and low cost outdoor events. I’ve often gone to the opera screenings and Midsummer Night Swing events and with friends from the community. This past summer, they also turned the public space into a “lawn” with faux grass and lots of seating. There were frequent live performances and little food stands. People of all ages used it, but I certainly saw a lot from my community of millennials taking advantage of it. Central Park & Riverside Park serve similar purposes as gathering places.
Community Activities and Services
Restaurants and local coffee places seem to be benefitting from expanded outdoor dining, which has been wonderful for those of us working from home. In fact, I doubt if there’s a local coffee chain on the UWS without at least one millennial on the laptop at all moments! That said, Broadway is struggling with lots of storefronts still empty from pandemic closures. This is something that is lamented in the news and by candidates in the 2021 local elections. Rents are likely not helping. Transportation, notably the lack of Select Buses and the patchy A/C/E service, make commuting difficult. This is a sore spot, especially as the UES has better transit, but the only crosstown SBS is at 79th St.
Economic or Environmental Interests
The UWS is, mainly, outside of major flood zones, but flooding after major rain storms and hurricanes is still a concern. Central Park stays puddly and muddy for ages, it seems. Rising housing costs of concern. Purchasing a home for a family is next to impossible and rents, which became briefly decent during the pandemic, are rising sharply. And new builds continue to open with rents and purchase prices well higher than established buildings. Affordable options are coming available for seniors, but I should note that while there are more seniors here than in the City as a whole, there are also more 20-45 year olds--at least for now.
Community Needs and Concerns
If you believe the local papers, crime is a major concern. Shoplifting and bands of illegal ATVs both featured prominently this week. I don’t think these are massive concerns for my community though. Looking at 311 complaints, there aren’t actually any major problems. Similarly the NYPD’s reporting data shows relatively few thefts in the past month, though they did show a small increase year over year. Rising rents (for housing and commercial space) are a more critical problem, making the community feel atomized and forcing us to move out of the area. Increasing affordable housing, as well as expanding affordable shopping options (esp for groceries), would be a boon to the community.
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Community of "Huntington" proper.
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Lipsitz_PS 381W_Election Law
March 16, 2022
Population: 86141
housing education environment suburban affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community of interest is "Huntington", inside the larger town of Huntington, New York. The demographics of my community include a White non-Hispanic majority, with a large Latin American and a smaller yet also substantial African American population. My community has a long history because the Town of Huntington was founded in 1653. My community of interest of "Huntington" shall be defined as including the census-designated places of Huntington Bay, Halesite, Huntington Village, Huntington Station, and South Huntington.
Community Activities and Services
People in my community often go to the Walt Whitman Mall or the Huntington Village area for recreation. Driving is the number 1 dominant way that most people use to get around this suburban community.
Economic or Environmental Interests
A lot of people live and have employment in my same community. At the same time, there is also a substantial population of professionally employed "Huntington" residents who take the Long Island Railroad from Huntington and commute to work in NYC.
Community Needs and Concerns
The Huntington town government and the Suffolk County Government need to know that my community of interest needs to be distinguished from the other census-designated places that also form part of the larger Town of Huntington map. I feel that the constituents of "Huntington", defined as the previously mentioned 5 census designated places in the larger town of Huntington, have some very important political and socioeconomic interests that are ignored and or treated with downright hostility from the elected Town of Huntington government.The lack of Affordable rent and housing stock are issues that have existed for decades in "Huntington", yet the town government does not see this as a problem
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Astoria
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Lipsitz_PS 381W_Election Law
March 8, 2022
Population: 61797
housing crime education environment affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
my community are mainly blacks hispanics and the greeks. currently there are many things changing around due to gentrification
Community Activities and Services
people in my community gather around the shopping areas of 31st street broadway and steinway street they access healthcare through mount sinai hospital
Economic or Environmental Interests
my community is near a river where a lot of people enjoy kayaking and enjoy sometimes fishing. the main economic area is not near the water though.
Community Needs and Concerns
map makers should know that there are many things changing in the community and it is adversely affecting the local people. rent is spiking up but other than that it is a safe area and there is no crimes or problems so far.
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Diverse East Elmhurst Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Lipsitz_PS 381W_Election Law
March 7, 2022
Population: 79545
transportation housing diversity education environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is very ethnically and racially diverse. All cultures are celebrated and enjoyed in my community. The different kinds of restaurants and stores show this. One one end of the street we have Mexican and Dominican restaurants, and on the other end we have a Chinese one. There is a diversity of language, a lot of the people in my neighborhood speak Spanish, Mandarin, and Bengali. My community is also made up of immigrants, with most immigrants coming from Central America
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of commuters who travel on the Q72 and 7 train everyday. We all share the same services such as the Hospital, the Food Bazaar, and even the laundromat. Junction Blvd is the center of the community wherein everyone goes there for some light shopping and some light eating.
Economic or Environmental Interests
A lot of the residents are employed in public sectors, less than ten percent of the community works for private companies. Unemployment rate in my community is also below the national average.
Community Needs and Concerns
The main concern for my community at the moment would be crime. Just a few weeks ago someone was shot dead. There is a police precincts nearby, but there presence doesn't seem to really be changing anything.
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My Queens Community: District 12 Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Lipsitz_PS 381W_Election Law
March 5, 2022
Population: 204704
transportation housing education Black Latinx
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is predominantly black and there is some Latinx presence there as well. There are a lot of families that reside over here. Also Addisleigh Park is within my community which is a neighborhood where dominant Black figures like Jackie Robinson, Count Basie, Ella Fitzgerald once resided.
Community Activities and Services
Many people gather at the various local churches that are surrounded in my community. Also since there are many schools within my community a lot of students gather there. There are various busses and two LIRR stations close by so many people use that as well.
Economic or Environmental Interests
The residents in my community often work white collar jobs and are middle class. There can be better access to job centers within my community.
Community Needs and Concerns
My community is predominantly black and there is some Latinx presence there as well. There are a lot of families that reside over here. Also, Addisleigh Park is within my community which is a neighborhood where dominant Black figures like Jackie Robinson, Count Basie, Ella Fitzgerald once resided and owned property.
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Central Lakeside Brightwaters
March 5, 2022
Population: 1476
diversity education elderly suburban
Cultural or Historical Interests
Central Brightwaters is a predominately white and catholic community. The neighboring community of Bay Shore is primarily Latinx, but it also involves Black and Asian community members as well.
Community Activities and Services
People in my community tend to socialize on Main Street and gather at St Patrick's Church during holidays. Most members of my community own cars, utilize Urgent Care and RBK Pediatrics for Health Related issues, and students attend Bay Shore High School and the other schools within the Bay Shore school district.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Most members of the Central Brightwaters community work within the Bay Shore School District, or are retired. Other members of the community are attorneys and work within the legal field, as well as the Suffolk County Police Department.
Community Needs and Concerns
Most members of the Central Brightwaters community are fairly conservative, and find their concerns to be within the education system present in Bay Shore. Crime is fairly low, at a 8.48 per 1,000 residents rate.
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European and Latino Community near Ridgewood, Queens
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Lipsitz_PS 381W_Election Law
March 5, 2022
Population: 74432
transportation healthcare diversity education Eastern European
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is mostly made up of Europeans from Italy, Poland, Russia, and Albania, but there is also a Latino population well. Languages from all these countries are commonly spoken here. All of these people from different countries often interact with one another and use the same institutions. They go to the same shops, supermarkets, healthcare places, and use the same public transportation. There is also a mix of different religions in the area such as Catholic, Jewish, and Muslim.
Community Activities and Services
My community is often found socializing in shops, cafes, and recreational areas such as parks. The children usually gather in schools, libraries, and parks. The elderly are often found in parks on days when the weather is nice. There are many public transportation options in the community, both trains, and buses that take people from Ridgewood/Glendale to various parts of Queens, Brooklyn, and Manhattan. There are also many healthcare services in the area as well. Most of these are within walking access and are easy to access.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community does not have a great employment rate. The unemployment rate sits at 8% which is twice the national average. Many residents have to take a car or public transportation to work because there are not a lot of good-paying jobs available. The jobs that residents do have are not high-paying ones. The median average income of the area is about $51,000 which is below the national median average.
Community Needs and Concerns
Politicians should know that my community is made up of individuals who speak different languages, use public transportation, gather in parks and shops to socialize, and have jobs that do not pay too well. My community needs to give more attention to public transportation services and employment opportunities. Making sure my community is within the same district is a concern of mine.
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Adriana's Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Lipsitz_PS 381W_Election Law
March 4, 2022
Population: 18255
transportation education Latinx
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made up of a majority of Latinos.
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Jewish, South Asian and Asian American Community in Queens
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Lipsitz_PS 381W_Election Law
March 4, 2022
Population: 32855
transportation housing healthcare crime education
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community has been living in the area for the past 40 years so there is a long history of the different demographic groups working together to address issues in the community.
Community Activities and Services
My community is comprised of Jews, South Asians and Asian Americans in Northern Jamaica Queens. There are numerous schools, two major shopping areas, a park, many places of worship and bussing is a major form of transportation.
Economic or Environmental Interests
There are two major shopping areas where people are employed but many people also work in other places around NYC and either drive or use public transportation. We have a major park in our community and there is major concern over upkeep of both the parks and general infrastructure. There are also many small businesses in my community that rely heavily on the local population to stay open.
Community Needs and Concerns
The major areas of concern for my community revolve around infrastructure, crime, small business support, rights of religious groups, education, housing, healthcare and transportation.
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Brandon's Community of Interest
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Lipsitz_PS 381W_Election Law
March 4, 2022
Population: 103224
healthcare diversity homelessness crime education
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made up of many Hispanic groups throughout Woodside, Sunnyside, Astoria, Corona, and Rego Park. There are other distinct groups around the neighborhoods too but Hispanics play a large part in the businesses and groups. There are also several religious communities and churches on most blocks.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of several parks, schools, libraries, churches, and large cemeteries that are meant to gather all types of people. Many younger students, children, and families gather and socialize in many of these areas especially the parks and shopping areas around my community.
Economic or Environmental Interests
The health care, professional services, finance, retail, and educational services industries are rampant in my community of interest which also shows that they may have similar policy and job interests.
Community Needs and Concerns
Some of these main issues involve illegal parking, water maintenance, abandoned vehicles, blocked driveways, and encampment/homelessness concerns. Three out of the five 311 reports involve cars or vehicles to a certain extent. Politicians should also be aware of the rising crime rates, especially in Queens.
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Jewish and Asian American Community in Northern Queens Jamaica
March 2, 2022
Population: 24338
transportation crime education suburban affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is comprised of Jewish and Asian American that have been living in the area for the past 20 years as the two main demographics.
Community Activities and Services
My community is comprised of Jewish and Asian Americans in Northern Jamaica Queens. There are numerous schools, two major shopping areas, two parks, many places of worship and bus is a major form of transportation.
Economic or Environmental Interests
There are two major shopping areas where people are employed but many people also work in other places around NYC and either drive or use public transportation. We have two major parks in our community and there is major concern over upkeep of both the parks and general infrastructure.
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River side community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Flanagan_CSI_HON_224_Shaping_NYC
March 2, 2022
Population: 1707
housing healthcare voting rights diversity affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made of Asian American in Brooklyn. The community has mix of religious place such as church and temple.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made of the people who shop fresh seafood market a lot. And provide parks and library for elderly people and children.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is located near a river. Seafood market is the main industry. We experience pollution from the seafood market from the street.
Community Needs and Concerns
My community extends over two districts and cultural communities, we hope you can concern about the cultural conflict between the community.
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Bullshead
March 2, 2022
Population: 121453
housing education environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community made up of Italians and catholic.
Community Activities and Services
My community is filled with schools and shopping areas.
Economic or Environmental Interests
There's a nearby parks.
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Staten island Mall Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Flanagan_CSI_HON_224_Shaping_NYC
March 2, 2022
Population: 6548
transportation healthcare education suburban affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made of Catholics, Italians, Russians, Chinese people, Irish people, and Middle Eastern people.
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Staten Island
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Flanagan_CSI_HON_224_Shaping_NYC
March 2, 2022
Population: 172266
transportation healthcare crime education suburban
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is very diverse but primarily consists of people from a mix of European, Asian, and Latin countries.
Community Activities and Services
My community of people usually gather and socialize at the nearby mall or shopping centers.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is near the ocean so there is a great concern of coastal flooding.
Community Needs and Concerns
My community's concern is economic impacts and covid -19 recovery.
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Amelia court of Staten Island
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Flanagan_CSI_HON_224_Shaping_NYC
March 2, 2022
Population: 931
transportation housing diversity education environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
my community is made up of a mix of Latina and African American culture.
Community Activities and Services
my community is very close to parks and recreational areas, and close to transportation
Economic or Environmental Interests
my community is next to recreational parks and is also near a flood zone and a highway
Community Needs and Concerns
There is a need for more cultural diversity and a lack of cleaning ( alot of polution)
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Westerleigh Staten Island
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Flanagan_CSI_HON_224_Shaping_NYC
March 2, 2022
Population: 156171
transportation housing healthcare diversity environment
Community Activities and Services
My community can often be seen gathered at Northerleigh Park and shops at the various shopping centers down the road from the park on Forest Avenue. We take the same transportation, buses for us and have various religious denominations and diverse people coming together.
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Greater Bay Ridge
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Flanagan_CSI_HON_224_Shaping_NYC
March 2, 2022
Population: 179347
transportation housing education environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
I like the local history of the place; my father spent some of his youth living here. My parents visited restaurants here when they first got married.
Community Activities and Services
Places I shop and meet with friends. food. My kid's local school. Where my friends in the neighborhood live.
Economic or Environmental Interests
I love the great parks and access and views of the NY Harbor.
Community Needs and Concerns
Transportation; more school seats;
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SI South Shore
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Flanagan_CSI_HON_224_Shaping_NYC
March 2, 2022
Population: 150402
crime education elderly suburban
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is comprised of retirees from the inner city as well as middle class working families. The ethnicity is majority white, and some members of the community speak European languages as well as English.
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Midland Beach
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Flanagan_CSI_HON_224_Shaping_NYC
March 2, 2022
Population: 10469
schools education environment beach Eastern European
Cultural or Historical Interests
language groups, lots of people speak Russian
Community Activities and Services
parks, schools (PS38, IS2)
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New Springsville
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Flanagan_CSI_HON_224_Shaping_NYC
March 2, 2022
Population: 22678
diversity crime gun control education environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
There is many different cultures, most are white people, English is the most common lanuage spoken. There is not a shared history that I know of.
Community Activities and Services
The people in my community gather at the S.I. mall, the movie theater, the school yards, and in parks.
Economic or Environmental Interests
There are many schools in my community, and it is a very popular area due to the mall and other retail stores spread.
Community Needs and Concerns
Needs more parks and not school yards of conrete.
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Hylan Town
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Flanagan_CSI_HON_224_Shaping_NYC
March 2, 2022
Population: 63722
housing crime education suburban affordable
Economic or Environmental Interests
The community is located on or around Hylan Blvd and the nearby shoreline.
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Community of Interns and Students
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Kronebusch_PAF1250_Citizenship & Public Affairs
March 1, 2022
Population: 7355
transportation housing diversity education affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
The cultural bonds of my community would be the fact that most of the people come from a different country and they were not born here. The majority of the people that I've met have immigrant parents and they speak more than one language.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of mostly young adults. Most of them are students, or people who have just graduated and they are doing internships. They use the metro as their main form of transportation and they socialize in nearby bars or cafes for gathering and socializing.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Since most of the people that I live with are students or newly grads, they're looking for jobs at restaurants and cafes to save up money. Since my neighborhood is midtown, there are a lot of restaurants and cafes which make it convenient for them to work near where they live. Cold weather affects the businesses in a way that they need less staff since they have no outside sitting available.
Community Needs and Concerns
I think that the need of my community, like any other, is to have a clean neighborhood. Moreover, I would think that people of the same interests would want more opportunities for them to socialize and make friends since most of the people move in alone and they have no one to talk to. Since there is a large portion of the female population, the community would want for the streets to be safe at night.
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Jamaica Queens Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Lipsitz_PS 381W_Election Law
Feb. 24, 2022
Population: 97561
parks transportation healthcare education affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made up of many West Indians (Caribbeans).
Community Activities and Services
My community is made of people who like to go to local parks and gather for concerts and different events that are hosted in the parks. My community is also very accessible with multiple bus route throughout making getting from one place to another easy and convenient.
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The Republic
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Kronebusch_PAF1250_Citizenship & Public Affairs
Feb. 24, 2022
Population: 164592
transportation housing diversity education blue-collar
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made up of Majority Hispanic Descent, with African Americans and Caribbean's outlining the area especially near 167th Street. The languages mostly spoken in this area are English, Spanish, Arabic, and French. There are people of all ages as this is a family area.
Community Activities and Services
My Community is made of people who shop on Fordham Road and 170th Street, 170th consists of Shoe and Clothing stores and Trucks with fresh produce being sold on the street to everyone in the neighborhood. We have Lehman College, Monroe College, Fordham University and more. Lots of big parks where everyone goes to Barbecue and Party the minute it becomes hot. Football, Baseball, and Basketball are all played widely in this district. The District has Bronx Lebanon Hospital.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community has residents employed just about everywhere in NYC. Environmental Concerns would be sanitary conditions in the streets, with garbage normally piled up in the day and Sanitary Workers not cleaning until 3 AM.
Community Needs and Concerns
My Residential Community relies on the fresh produce and Clothing/Tech/Food industry as everyone is working class. These people need fairly priced food, and services that allow them to eat healthy and be able to feed their families on a budget.
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Feb. 24, 2022
Population: 6655
health mental
Economic or Environmental Interests
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Without One, No All
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Kronebusch_PAF1250_Citizenship & Public Affairs
Feb. 24, 2022
Population: 64341
diversity environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made of the Hispanic community as it first started. Now it being more diverse. There mostly Christian’s. Majority of the language is Spanish and English. Ages are from 50 and below. There are some immigrants who came looking for a better living lifestyle.
Community Activities and Services
My community is people with low or middle income. It very diverse and there people highly active that likes to support the community being a part in non profit organizations and volunteering.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is polluted as we live in the city and there is much going on. Like factories, and constructions. Unemployment problems due to Covid-19.
Community Needs and Concerns
We need to increase the job rates as the unemployment rate is under 4%. We need to grow more plants and trees to decrease pollution. We also need to build a water system for us to make natural resources.
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Caribbean Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Kronebusch_PAF1250_Citizenship & Public Affairs
Feb. 24, 2022
Population: 120904
immigration diversity island Caribbean
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made up of Immigrants from Caribbean Islands and their descendants.
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Bronx Little Italy
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Kronebusch_PAF1250_Citizenship & Public Affairs
Feb. 24, 2022
Population: 25063
crime gun control
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is labeled as "Little Italy" which is inspired by the Italian culture as it's named, but there's many other races with other languages that's spoken.
Community Activities and Services
My community has parks, churches, a library, and lots of majorly Italian inspired restaurant, but there's also other restaurants of other cultures.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Many of the residents are employed outside of the community, but there's a lot of jobs around the area.
Community Needs and Concerns
This community is very culturally diverse, but it's been experiencing a very high rate of violent crimes. It is important to change this since it holds and it's near significant places.
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Arabs at the Bay
Feb. 24, 2022
Population: 6655
immigration diversity middle class affordable Middle Eastern
Cultural or Historical Interests
This community is in a neighborhood that has seen a rise in real estate value tremendously over the years. The bay is a fishing spot, where people dock boats. Now it has become a luxurious neighborhood with flashy cars and lights.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of Muslims that live in Sheepshead Bay, and we often see each other at the mosque or other social events.
Economic or Environmental Interests
With real estate booming here, many people in my community invest in houses or own stores. We often see one another when ever we walk into a deli, either they're working or just hanging out.
Community Needs and Concerns
This community has a lot of homeless people that harass strangers and sometimes attack others. America in general has a homeless people problem, and this is one of the areas where it is prevalent.
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Suburban Staten Island
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Kronebusch_PAF1250_Citizenship & Public Affairs
Feb. 24, 2022
Population: 6984
transportation healthcare education flooding suburban
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is mostly made up of a mix between people of either european or albanian decent, however there has been an increase in asian and hispanic residents in the past 3 years.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of people who attended a preschool and middle school right down the block from my house. Many of my neighbors attended these schools growing up due to it's location, there also being a hosiptal about 2 blocks down the street in case of emergencies.
Economic or Environmental Interests
There is a lot of woods and animals near my community, things like deer, rabbits, owls, etc. There are also parks nearby, a new park actually being built up the block from my own house.
Community Needs and Concerns
Politicians and map drawers should know that there tends to be a more democratic environment where I live as compared to other parts of Staten Island, for example the south shore which has a very high republican and conservative population.
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Bayside Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Kronebusch_PAF1250_Citizenship & Public Affairs
Feb. 24, 2022
Population: 5300
transportation environment
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is located near a pier. Environmental and weather issues are a concern due to a close proximity to the water.
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Little Caribbean
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Kronebusch_PAF1250_Citizenship & Public Affairs
Feb. 24, 2022
Population: 19401
transportation housing diversity elderly environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is mostly made up of West Indian and Caribbean people that have been in South Ozone Park for many many years.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of mostly people that go to Mandir/Temple, which is what us Hindus call Church.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is located near the Van Wyck, which causes it to have a lot of traffic sometimes.
Community Needs and Concerns
There are a lot of people that tend to be out on the streets drinking and smoking, simply because they have no home. This makes a lot of people uncomfortable while waiting for the bus because they tned to be bothersome a lot.
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Middle Bronx
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Kronebusch_PAF1250_Citizenship & Public Affairs
Feb. 24, 2022
Population: 35006
transportation housing healthcare environment affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made up of mostly hispanic and asian(brown). Mostly immigrants and muslim asians.
Community Activities and Services
My community consists of majority muslim people. It consists of multiple mosque for Islamic practices.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community consists of warehouses and wholesale industries. Majority of the people are selfemployed.
Community Needs and Concerns
My community consists of hispanics and asian it would be good to see eye to eye. I feel as if there should be more jobs for the community.
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Sundry New York
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Kronebusch_PAF1250_Citizenship & Public Affairs
Feb. 24, 2022
Population: 42034
diversity unemployment low income multicultural multilingual
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is filled with black, indigenous, latinx, asian, and many more races and ethnicities. The shared history is that people of color came together one day and decided they wanted to create a community that was inclusive of people from everywhere in the globe. They started off with a few group of people and slowly increase the number more room was made. Also, some of the families in the community know each other since the community started so the later generations have a close connection to each other,
Community Activities and Services
My community gather/socialize at parks, libraries. They like to talk while walking pass each other houses or when they are at the supermarket or the mall.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community residents are employed at minimum wage job, fast food, retail, thirftstore, supermarket, gym, and nonprofit organizations. However, some residents are unemployed due to lack of pay or work being too much.
Community Needs and Concerns
My community are a diverse group of people but all experience prejudice from being a marginalized and minority good of people. My community need politics to increase minimum wage, clean streets, and better access to resources.
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The Littler Caribbean South of Eastern Parkway
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Kronebusch_PAF1250_Citizenship & Public Affairs
Feb. 23, 2022
Population: 12743
housing Black Latinx blue-collar Caribbean
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made up largely of Black and Hispanic people from the Caribbean. Many people are first or second generation so they grow up similar values and experiences.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of people who take the 3 train. Many of the people in my community use this train to get to work and or school as it is the best means of getting to downtown Brooklyn or Manhattan.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Many of the roads are riddled with potholes and have been for a really long time. This leads to unpleasant driving and a higher risk of damage to the cars of the local residents.
Community Needs and Concerns
My community sits on the border of Crown Heights, Weeksville and Brownsville. The diversity can be seen in the culture, public transportation and the jobs of the residents.
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Westchester Square
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Kronebusch_PAF1250_Citizenship & Public Affairs
Feb. 23, 2022
Population: 1278
transportation housing diversity education affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made up of many different religions and cultures. A few of the cultures are Hispanics, African American, Asian, etc.
Community Activities and Services
My community hold annual events such as a fair every summer. It also holds movie nights so people in the community can come together for entertainment. They give out school supplies at the local center for students before school starts in September.
Economic or Environmental Interests
The residents are employed in the area. A few people in my community that I know work in the local Walgreens or key food. Others work in the school in my community. There are no enviornmental concerns in my community.
Community Needs and Concerns
People should know about my community because our vote matters too. The needs of my community is a local healthy food option. My community is surrounded by Burger King, McDonald's, and Wendy's.
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Westchester Square - The Bronx
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Kronebusch_PAF1250_Citizenship & Public Affairs
Feb. 23, 2022
Population: 1278
transportation housing diversity
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made up of all different cultural backgrounds. Some include Spanish, African American, Asian, Indian, etc.
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Richmond Terrance Houses Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Kronebusch_PAF1250_Citizenship & Public Affairs
Feb. 23, 2022
Population: 9524
homelessness crime gun control education environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made up of many Black and African Americans on the North Shore of Staten Island. This community has been present for as long as my brothers and my sister have been alive (which is about 23-30 years).
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of people who live by the Richmond Terrance Houses on Staten Island. Most people gather to socialize at Mahoneys Park, where basketball tournaments and other events like church and police events are hosted for the community.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is located by the Staten Island Ferry, which means that we are by the ocean. Many plastic and other ideas get thrown in the ocean, so it keeps getting polluted
Community Needs and Concerns
My community is very dangerous with many burglaries and gun violence going on. My community needs a communicator to emphasize the dangers of all these things because I believe police will not fix it.
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Kingsbridge Road Community
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Kronebusch_PAF1250_Citizenship & Public Affairs
Feb. 23, 2022
Population: 18383
housing diversity affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community involves people who live in the Kingsbridge road area, or surrounding Fordham Road, and Bedford Road.Many people with hispanic background as well as Middle eastern or African decent, (mainly minorities).
Community Activities and Services
This community involves people who live around the D train.There are a couple churches and schools that keep the community united at peace.There are a couple of small clinics along the Concourse street, but the nearest hospital is North Central closer to Bedford.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Our biggest issue would be the polluted streets.The garbage trucks comes around once in a while to collect bags of trash but what about the strays.There's loose pieces of garbage flying around and no one to pick them up.More garbage cans can be installed in the area. More sanitation.
Community Needs and Concerns
There is an excess amount of drug use; relating more to more hardcore drugs (needle use)maybe more police involvement/patrol, any kind of drug reform within the area.Can be dangerous at night.More street lights.
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Sports Community In Farmingdale, Long Island
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Kronebusch_PAF1250_Citizenship & Public Affairs
Feb. 23, 2022
Population: 22811
parks diversity taxes environment sports
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community has a very diverse area. It is located in Farmingdale, Long Island where there are many diverse ethnicities and religions. Even though there are different religions everyone is respectful and all places that have some association within the religion such as buildings, leagues, or events are always open to all.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of people who are involved with what projects should be made such as renewing community parks. They have town meetings in the town hall building to go over the specifics and all residents of the town are allowed to attend.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is also based on a lot of sports-orientated economies. There are a lot of local owned businesses as well as many of them being business in the sports or physical activity industry.
Community Needs and Concerns
My community is based on the sport baseball and a lot of money goes into that. There are a lot of town people who would enjoy seeing the town more effort into basketball such as building indoor community rec centers with indoor basketball courts instead of spending it on 4 new baseball fields.
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Sephardic Jewish Community of Brooklyn
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Kronebusch_PAF1250_Citizenship & Public Affairs
Feb. 22, 2022
Population: 24032
religion Judaism
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community has been largely present since the early 1900's when large portions of Jewish people immigrated out of Middle Eastern countries.
Community Activities and Services
My community consists of the Sephardic Jewish community in the New York and New Jersey area. Even though it is very spread out, it is very close knit; Everyone knows everyone, one way or another. During the summer almost everyone moves to Long Branch, New Jersey, and throughout the year celebrations like weddings are where a lot of catching up happens.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is mainly in Brooklyn, New York and Deal, New Jersey, where people have jobs in a variety of different paths. There are entrepreneurs, lawyers, real estate agents, interior designers, and many many more.
Community Needs and Concerns
Since I went to high school in Brooklyn, that part of the community is what I more closely connect to. I think politicians need to better understand and help the fact of the very real issue of Anti-Semitism that still is present in those areas.
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Cypress Hills
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Kronebusch_PAF1250_Citizenship & Public Affairs
Feb. 22, 2022
Population: 45050
housing diversity crime education affordable
Community Needs and Concerns
I am currently concern about the safety of the streets during the night time around this neighborhood
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East Harlem
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Kronebusch_PAF1250_Citizenship & Public Affairs
Feb. 22, 2022
Population: 124463
housing healthcare immigration COVID-19 environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
For most of the 20th century east Harlem was an epicenter for many immigrants from other countries, majority Latinx. Most people here speak Spanish (as their first language).
Community Activities and Services
My communities schools have a variety of after school programs for children. Not only is this helpful with students learning and creativity, but also a big help to the working class parents that make up a big part of this community. It’d be great to see more funding for these programs.
Economic or Environmental Interests
East Harlem (and the rest of Harlem for that matter) suffers from exponentially high levels of pollution and harmful gases in comparison to wealthy parts of Manhattan.
Community Needs and Concerns
My community (East Harlem) is made up of mostly Latinos (this was a welcoming community to immigrants for a lot of the 20th century). Concerns of poor health and high unemployment issues threaten the lively hood of those in my community. We need increased access to job opportunities and fresh and affordable produce (as a start).
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East Harlem
Feb. 22, 2022
Population: 124463
housing healthcare COVID-19 environment Latinx
Community Needs and Concerns
My community (East Harlem) is made up of mostly Latinos (this was a welcoming community to immigrants for a lot of the 20th century). Concerns of poor health and high unemployment issues threaten the lively hood of those in my community. We need increased access to job opportunities and fresh and affordable produce (as a start).
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Muslims of the Bay
Feb. 22, 2022
Population: 6349
immigration diversity middle class Middle Eastern
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community was mainly used for fishing and docking boats. However the pier made the real estate very valuable here.
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The Woodhaven BID
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Kronebusch_PAF1250_Citizenship & Public Affairs
Feb. 22, 2022
Population: 13671
diversity environment small businesses multicultural
Cultural or Historical Interests
This organization is located in a largely diverse neighborhood with a broad number of ethnicities, and has been helping the community since 1993.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of workers and volunteers of the Woodhaven Business Improvement District (BID), this nonprofit organization focuses on improving small local businesses as well as the community as a whole. One way they help small businesses is by promoting them on social media and writing articles on the business owners. They also help the community by hosting community events such as an annual back to school fair where they give out free school supplies.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community focuses on providing a clean environment for those who reside in the area, they do so by hosting community clean ups where they gather volunteers to get together and pick up liter.
Community Needs and Concerns
The Woodhaven BID helps grow over 200 businesses as well a creating a safe an happy environment for those residing in the community, with a larger budget we can continue to accomplish our goals of improving the neighborhood.
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Mott Haven Hustlers
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Kronebusch_PAF1250_Citizenship & Public Affairs
Feb. 20, 2022
Population: 7939
healthcare crime education environment affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
The community mostly shares the same bond if immigration and being poor. Catholicism is common in my community along with Spanish speakers.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of low income minorities but mostly Latinas and African immigrants.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is the most heavily polluted area in the city which has resulted to the highest asthma rates as well. A cleanse environment would be of interest along with more accesible healthcare since not only can it be expensive, but there aren’t any clinics close by my community just a single hospital.
Community Needs and Concerns
The issue is that my community is bunched in with many other communities who differ from us that it kind of makes our individual concerns less emphasized.
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Muslim Harlem
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Kronebusch_PAF1250_Citizenship & Public Affairs
Feb. 20, 2022
Population: 4465
housing diversity education elderly affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made up of diverse groups of people who had been here for the past 10 years or more.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made of people who goes to schools, spend time with families at nearby parks, in which they gather around and engage with one another.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is near a school and a park. Residents are employed in Hospitals, local stores, and Uber.
Community Needs and Concerns
The needs of my community is more safety around the area.
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New Yorkers
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Kronebusch_PAF1250_Citizenship & Public Affairs
Feb. 19, 2022
Population: 13684
transportation housing suburban
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is mostly made up of white Americans and asians.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of a series of shopping areas where a large majority of people are seen congregating in the supermarkets and food stores.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is located near housing complexes and suburban houses that're lined up to fill many streets.
Community Needs and Concerns
There aren't many concerns regarding my community besides the fact that it could use some more trees for scenery.
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South Slope, Brooklyn
CUNY Community Mapping Project
Kronebusch_PAF1250_Citizenship & Public Affairs
Feb. 18, 2022
Population: 21728
transportation housing education environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
This is a largely upper/middle income area of Brooklyn. Majority white, but is generally welcoming and supportive of minority group members.
Community Activities and Services
This community consists of the neighborhood I'm calling the South Slope.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Most residents are employed. The housing stock mostly consists of brownstones and small apartment buildings. There's a mix of owner-occupied and rental units.
Community Needs and Concerns
Costs of housing are an issue. Strong support for environmental issues. Politically seen as generally progressive.
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NYC map
Feb. 18, 2022
Population: 1666
mental health environment
Community Activities and Services
Friends
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NYC map
Feb. 18, 2022
Population: 4441
transportation environment
Community Activities and Services
Shopping
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d
Feb. 14, 2022
Population: 5094
health mental
Community Needs and Concerns
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Morningside Heights / Columbia Univ
Feb. 4, 2022
Population: 43146
crime affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
Churches include St John the Divine, and Riverside Church.
Community Activities and Services
My community is split between students and staff and faculty people associated with Columbia University, as well as residents of Morningside Heights. My community is bounded to the east by Morningside Park, to the west by Riverside Park, to the south the northern section of Central Park, and Columbia new campus at around 125th St. We are in City Council District 7, and Community Board 9. Main shopping areas include Westside Market on Broadway and 110th st, the Farmer's Market near Columbia main campus.
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Jan. 31, 2022
Population: 2650
Community Activities and Services
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Astoria, Queens
Jan. 30, 2022
Population: 160887
transportation housing healthcare voting rights education
Community Needs and Concerns
My section of Astoria is often neglected and excluded from city improvement projects, because it is often not considered part of our neighborhood despite sharing streets and resources. I would like to make sure me and my neighbors are included with the rest of our Astoria community and actually see some improvement in conditions further down the line.
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Queens College
Jan. 13, 2022
Population: 6205
Cultural or Historical Interests
blak
Community Activities and Services
Queens College
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Michele Delhi
Jan. 3, 2022
Population: 698
internet housing mental health education farming
Cultural or Historical Interests
Farming
Community Activities and Services
University
Economic or Environmental Interests
University, Construction, Sports
Community Needs and Concerns
Internet
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N/A
Dec. 15, 2021
Population: 6818
Cultural or Historical Interests
N/A
Community Activities and Services
N/A
Economic or Environmental Interests
N/A
Community Needs and Concerns
N/A
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Park Slope
Nov. 26, 2021
Population: 16096
housing healthcare diversity mental health environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is pretty diverse. However in recent years there has been lots of gentrification. Many of my working class neighbors are really concerned about that.
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Levittown
Binghamton University Center for Civic Engagement
Binghamton University Student Community of Interest Maps
Nov. 19, 2021
Population: 904
education music middle class
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of many families who are highly involved in the local school districts, as well as other clubs and organizations.
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Westchester Test
Nov. 18, 2021
Population: 17625
environment
Community Needs and Concerns
Westchester Test
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Huntington, New York
Binghamton University Center for Civic Engagement
Binghamton University Student Community of Interest Maps
Nov. 18, 2021
Population: 79108
housing healthcare mental health education suburban
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is mainly comprised Irish and Italian Catholic religious groups. There is also a large Latin X population, with many Spanish speakers.
Community Activities and Services
My community takes a lot of pride in its public schools. A lot of the socialization in the neighborhood surrounds the actions and budget of the schools, and it ties a lot of the community together through their children and the school's sporting events
Economic or Environmental Interests
A large portion of the community is upper-middle class, and many people commute into NYC for work. My community is not very industrial; it is mostly suburban with people commuting to work.
Community Needs and Concerns
A concern in my community is socioeconomic inequality. With a large population density and a high number of school districts, there is still a pressing issue of socioeconomic inequality within these school districts. Residents in school districts range in their socioeconomic status, from very wealthy to living below the poverty line.
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Family of Newburgh Free Academy Students
Binghamton University Center for Civic Engagement
Binghamton University Student Community of Interest Maps
Nov. 18, 2021
Population: 37558
transportation crime education
Cultural or Historical Interests
Newburgh includes the Washington Headquarters as well as other important historic sites.
Community Needs and Concerns
A lot of people in my community go to Newburgh Free Academy. The community would like to see the campuses of this high school be a safer place for students. As well as adding public transportation, like buses, leading in and out of close surrounding areas.
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Binghamton University
Binghamton University Center for Civic Engagement
Binghamton University Student Community of Interest Maps
Nov. 18, 2021
Population: 1012
renewable resources housing healthcare mental health education
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of people who go to Binghamton University.
Community Needs and Concerns
Sidewalks for pedestrians are needed because it's unsafe to walk anywhere.
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Fort Drum Community
Binghamton University Center for Civic Engagement
Binghamton University Student Community of Interest Maps
Nov. 17, 2021
Population: 19224
military education farming rural
Economic or Environmental Interests
Our residents are all employed within Watertown, NY in various industrial/management positions and in Fort Drum, the military base nearby.
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Nassau County
Binghamton University Center for Civic Engagement
Binghamton University Student Community of Interest Maps
Nov. 17, 2021
Population: 1695
transportation environment suburban
Community Needs and Concerns
I live on Long Island, and when I drive there are a lot of potholes that damage my vehicle.
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Tarrytown, NY
Nov. 17, 2021
Population: 11860
voting rights diversity environment
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is located near the Hudson River and protecting the environment, especially views of it, is VERY important.
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Binghamton Underfunded
Binghamton University Center for Civic Engagement
Binghamton University Student Community of Interest Maps
Nov. 16, 2021
Population: 32822
renewable resources housing mental health affordable
Economic or Environmental Interests
The lack of affordable housing, high rates of homelessness and poverty
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Safety in Johnson City
Binghamton University Center for Civic Engagement
Binghamton University Student Community of Interest Maps
Nov. 16, 2021
Population: 825
mental health crime environment
Community Needs and Concerns
I take my baby to walk around the community a lot. Then I found out one guy who often approached us was actually a sex offender. I didn't know. This became a concern to me. I saw police cars in the area a lot, but I don't know where they are stationed or how fast they can come here. If I have concerns over who my neighbors are, is there a way for me to get some quick info. online? Or the police will have some meetings like this for local people on security reports?
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Binghamton University
Binghamton University Center for Civic Engagement
Binghamton University Student Community of Interest Maps
Nov. 16, 2021
Population: 2538
transportation diversity mental health education environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community needs community/municipal museums which engage community dialogues for history and healing
Community Activities and Services
My community would need more public libraries with books from other parts of the world to expose to the community members to other life, opportunities and cultural aspects of other parts of the world
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community need more parks for reflection and recreation
Community Needs and Concerns
My community need more pedestrians side walks way for easy walk
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Elmhurst Community
Binghamton University Center for Civic Engagement
Binghamton University Student Community of Interest Maps
Nov. 16, 2021
Population: 83813
transportation diversity elderly suburban
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community mainly consists of the Southeast and East communities, who have been a part of the neighborhood for roughly 25 years. This community, despite being the majority, has been subjected to discrimination nonetheless.
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Binghamton University Students
Binghamton University Center for Civic Engagement
Binghamton University Student Community of Interest Maps
Nov. 16, 2021
Population: 16630
housing healthcare education environment affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
Young (19-28), often live Downtown or on the Westside, more politically progressive than the rest of Broome county
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of Binghamton University students. The university is our main point of access for healthcare, the library, and transportation, although we do also Broome public transport. Binghamton students frequent the bars and restaurants downtown and commonly volunteer or intern for organizations in the community.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Students are often employed by the university or in the service industry i.e. Mcdonald, Starbucks, Marshalls. They also often work in the local schools. Student neighborhoods usually have a lot of litter and garbage.
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Aid to Norwich
Binghamton University Center for Civic Engagement
Binghamton University Student Community of Interest Maps
Nov. 16, 2021
Population: 8737
healthcare mental health education
Economic or Environmental Interests
Community is located near several rivers, ponds
Community Needs and Concerns
Funding toward technology in the public school system, funding and aid toward opioid epidemic
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North Colonie Suburbs
Binghamton University Center for Civic Engagement
Binghamton University Student Community of Interest Maps
Nov. 16, 2021
Population: 2683
education suburban outdoor activities middle class government workers
Community Activities and Services
My community is a suburban town in the Albany County, heavily commercialized and provides many community programs through sports, schools, and local government.
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Binghamton University students
Binghamton University Center for Civic Engagement
Binghamton University Student Community of Interest Maps
Nov. 16, 2021
Population: 161
universities education activism outdoor activities affordable
Community Activities and Services
My community is made of the students who attend Binghamton University. Many students enjoy visiting bars/clubs, attending concerts and sporting events, and taking part in outdoor activities. The university offers a food pantry, health services, and career/volunteer advising.
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Senator Sanders Ideal District
Nov. 15, 2021
Population: 343045
transportation healthcare education environment affordable
Economic or Environmental Interests
Primarily Democratic area of Southeast Queens. Comprised of homeowners and various housing developments. Primary areas of concerns are environmental issues, healthcare, housing availability and food/resource accessibility.
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Binghamton University Students
Binghamton University Center for Civic Engagement
Binghamton University Student Community of Interest Maps
Nov. 13, 2021
Population: 1941
housing mental health education environment affordable
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is located near the Susquehanna River. The river has the most flood-prone basin east of the Mississippi. A majority of the areas are affected by the flooding and aftermath and low to moderate-income communities.
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Senator Sanders Ideal District
Nov. 12, 2021
Population: 357362
transportation healthcare education environment affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
Primarily Democratic area of Southeast Queens. Comprised of homeowners and various housing developments. Primary areas of concerns are environmental issues, healthcare, housing availability and food/resource accessibility.
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Senator Sanders Ideal District
Nov. 12, 2021
Population: 356146
housing diversity education environment affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
Primarily Democratic area of Southeast Queens. Comprised of homeowners and various housing developments. Primary areas of concerns are environmental issues, healthcare, housing availability and food/resource accessibility.
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Endicott/ Town of Union
Binghamton University Center for Civic Engagement
Binghamton University Student Community of Interest Maps
Nov. 10, 2021
Population: 32285
housing diversity mental health crime environment
Economic or Environmental Interests
Economic. There is no industry in Endicott anymore. There is a large abandon boarded up hotel that has been sitting for years. Environment, you cannot drink the tap water in Endicott, it is not safe.
Community Needs and Concerns
Social service programs for addiction. The area has clearly been hit hard by the opiate epidemic.
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Otsego/Delaware County
Binghamton University Center for Civic Engagement
Binghamton University Student Community of Interest Maps
Nov. 10, 2021
Population: 26426
transportation housing diversity mental health rural
Community Activities and Services
Rural transportation is an ongoing problem. There is a lack of healthcare providers, resulting in long wait times & likely substandard care.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community seems hung up on hopefully someday attracting more big businesses, rather than supporting existing businesses and entrepreneurs. There is a shortage of affordable housing- both family rentals and homes for first-time homebuyers, mainly because of renting to students and the rise of Air BnB & other short-term rentals (especially for renting to baseball camp families). There is very little support for first-time homebuyers. Lack of universal broadband access is still a problem, though great strides have been made.
Community Needs and Concerns
My community (especially neighboring Delaware County where I work) has tension between "locals" and folks recently moved upstate from NYC. We have an "angry white man" problem. We also suffer from lack of diversity in leadership, and a pool from which to find more diverse leaders.
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Binghamton Sustainable Communities Graduate Students (SUSTIES!)
Nov. 10, 2021
Population: 17963
climate renewable resources environment recreation affordable
Community Activities and Services
My community is comprised mostly of graduate students at Binghamton University; they are the majority of the people that I interact with, both on campus and off campus. We tend to gather in downtown areas for socialization, like breweries, small restaurants, etc. Many of us use university provided health and transportation services (buses, for example, to and from different parts of Binghamton).
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community, as I defined it above, are mostly students. We are all very stressed and very broke, but we're also busy learning about issues affecting the Binghamton community (environmentally, economically, socially, etc)
Community Needs and Concerns
My community depends on accessible services, such as affordable housing (off campus housing) etc. We're civically minded as a graduate program (MPA and MS/MA in Sustainability), so incorporating dimensions of equity into the expansion of social services is very important.
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Shinnecock Indian Nation
Nov. 9, 2021
Population: 819
Indigenous crime environment rural waste
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is the Shinnecock Indian Nation. We are a federally recognized indigenous reservation.
Community Activities and Services
Shinnecock Lobster Factory, Shinnecock Community Center, Shinnecock Native American Museum, Shinnecock Cemetery
Economic or Environmental Interests
Cemetery Beach, Shinnecock Powwow Grounds
Community Needs and Concerns
Keeping trespassers off our land, regaining land that was wrongfully taken from us over the course of history, and re-instilling our sovereignty over that land
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Citizen's united
League of Women Voters of NYC
League of Women Voters of the City of New York Community Mapping Drive
Nov. 8, 2021
Population: 2462
housing healthcare voting rights diversity suburban
Cultural or Historical Interests
Bipartisan justice
Community Activities and Services
Community activist
Economic or Environmental Interests
none
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NY COI test with blocks
Nov. 1, 2021
Population: 5010
Cultural or Historical Interests
test with blocks
Community Activities and Services
test with blocks
Economic or Environmental Interests
test with blocks
Community Needs and Concerns
test with blocks
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Schenectady/Southern Saratoga Counties
One Person, One Vote Coalition
Capital Area Urban League
Oct. 31, 2021
Population: 320363
transportation urban suburban high taxes government workers
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community includes a few cities and several suburbs around the Capital Region that have similar employment and travel zones that a lot of the residents share and interact with on a daily basis. We have a lot of state, local and education workers employed by government and have a common region of similar interests across the greater Capital Region. Many of these towns and cities currently make up a large portion of the current 49th state senate district.
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test COI for splitting
Oct. 27, 2021
Population: 16654
Cultural or Historical Interests
test COI
Community Activities and Services
test COI
Economic or Environmental Interests
test COI
Community Needs and Concerns
test COI
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South End Unite
One Person, One Vote Coalition
Capital Area Urban League
Oct. 27, 2021
Population: 5788
transportation housing healthcare mental health education
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community attend AA Trade School. AA Cultural Center. More trade schools needed.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of people who seek health care Albany Medical Center. Use bus transportation and Uber.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Need training on how to grow vegetables in community gardens. More jobs offered. Nutrition training to eat healthy.
Community Needs and Concerns
My community needs community centers for youth. Food pantries. More police patrol.
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Saratoga Springs Community School District
One Person, One Vote Coalition
Saratoga County Mapping Drive
Oct. 21, 2021
Population: 52119
schools housing healthcare small businesses outdoor activities
Community Needs and Concerns
My school district is currently represented by two US Congressional Reps, two state Senators, and two Assembly members. Keeping this school district in the same districts would better represent the needs of not just the schools, but the families, businesses, and neighborhoods in the district.
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Kayderosseras Creek Watershed
One Person, One Vote Coalition
Saratoga County Mapping Drive
Oct. 18, 2021
Population: 3516
renewable resources healthcare voting rights elderly environment
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is Friends of the Kayderosseras, and the city of Saratoga Springs.
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Greater Saratoga Springs
One Person, One Vote Coalition
Schenectady County Mapping Drive
Oct. 18, 2021
Population: 76658
housing education environment suburban partisanship
Community Activities and Services
My community is the Greater Saratoga Springs area. This includes the city of Saratoga Springs and surrounding towns. We share shopping areas, recreation, non-profit organizations and health services.
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Norwood
Northwest Bronx Community and Clergy Coalition
Northwest Bronx Community and Clergy Coalition
Oct. 14, 2021
Population: 43466
transportation housing education environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
a
Community Activities and Services
schools
Economic or Environmental Interests
a
Community Needs and Concerns
a
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Glens Falls Nation
Oct. 14, 2021
Population: 150531
transportation housing healthcare environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
glens falls was named hometown usa by times in the 50's
Community Activities and Services
My community all attend the Crandall library. Frequent restaurants downtown. Go to glens falls hospital for emergencies. Attend community events in crandall park. Public transportation is located down town goes to south glens falls, hudson falls, fort edward, and queensbury.
Economic or Environmental Interests
We have mill workers. Our socioeconomics is more closely related to hudson falls than queensbury
Community Needs and Concerns
My community needs to be lumped into hudson falls as we are more like them than we are queensbury and lake george.
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Northwest Bronx
Oct. 14, 2021
Population: 18197
transportation renewable resources housing education affordable
Community Needs and Concerns
Diversity
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Hudson
Oct. 13, 2021
Population: 64665
Cultural or Historical Interests
Washington Irving, Hudson Identity
Community Activities and Services
schools
Economic or Environmental Interests
Commuting to the city
Community Needs and Concerns
Climate change and mitigation
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h
Oct. 5, 2021
Population: 2789
environment
Community Needs and Concerns
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Assembly District 68 Connects
League of Women Voters of NYC
League of Women Voters of the City of New York Community Mapping Drive
Sept. 27, 2021
Population: 123541
housing mental health gun control education elderly
Community Activities and Services
My co
Community Needs and Concerns
Our community expands into two senate districts, five assembly districts and I would love for us to remain as one.
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North West Bronx
Sept. 15, 2021
Population: 103423
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is near several green spaces that improve the lives of the community.
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Gft
One Person, One Vote Coalition
Capital Area Urban League
Sept. 13, 2021
Population: 8838
Community Activities and Services
Rryy
Economic or Environmental Interests
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South End Community
One Person, One Vote Coalition
Capital Area Urban League
Sept. 9, 2021
Population: 7053
transportation healthcare education
Community Activities and Services
We go shopping in Glenmont at the Walmart shopping area or at Westgate. The children in my community attend Giffin Elementary School. Only 1 bus to Glenmont (107 bus line). Need shipping and stationary stores.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Need to clean up the streets and cut all the weeds growing. The grounds are not kept up on South Pearl St.
Community Needs and Concerns
Pan handlers are a problem (not safe for them or us). Need more stores and restaurants. There are no food or leisure choices in my community.
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Greene School District
Binghamton University Center for Civic Engagement
Binghamton University Student Community of Interest Maps
Sept. 8, 2021
Population: 7510
education
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is defined by traditions like festivals and events.
Community Activities and Services
My community is defined by the local school district.
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Albany across the tracks
Sept. 7, 2021
Population: 1640
housing diversity mental health unemployment environment
Community Activities and Services
My community has limited job opportunities at a living wage. Housing is limited and rents are very high.
Community Needs and Concerns
There is no public entity to ensure recycling and efforts to take care of the environment. My community is also very white with few persons of other races in evidence.
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Interest More Racial Equity in the 19th District of NY - Antonio Delgato
Sept. 6, 2021
housing voting rights diversity crime education
Community Needs and Concerns
The existence of traditionally marginalized black & brown communities need to be better addressed. In other words, racial equity has never been a priority in USA & evidence to support it are contained in the U.S. Constitution & the Amendments. Federalism gives people power & the i opposed to be all the people, but due to institutional racism & systemic racism across multiple institutions, Blacks have been shut out of the American dream. Redistricting should be done in the U.S. House Dist. of Antonio Delegate, and while NY lost one seat, he has made a difference & his district should be maintained & enhanced to effect more racial equity in his district.
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Schodack residential
One Person, One Vote Coalition
Capital Area Urban League
Sept. 5, 2021
pollution environment water rural suburban
Community Needs and Concerns
My community is semirural with access to major highways. It includes both farmers and commuters who work in the cities. We value the rural atmosphere and are concerned about commercial development in the highway access corridors that threatens our resources, especially the aquifer.
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Arbor Hill
One Person, One Vote Coalition
Capital Area Urban League
Sept. 3, 2021
voting rights crime gun control environment affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
My Community is the Black community of Arbor Hill along the Clinton Avenue Historic District.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Solid waste management and litter
Community Needs and Concerns
My community need better care of homes and properties and civic engagement
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Town of Dickinson
Sept. 3, 2021
transportation education elderly suburban
Community Activities and Services
My community is located in the Town of Dickinson in Broome County and people in my neighborhood work, shop and socialize in Vestal, Binghamton, Johnson City and Endicott and other locations throughout the county. Currently our neighborhood is included in a different state assembly than the rest of the County.
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Capital District NY Urban Communities
One Person, One Vote Coalition
Capital Area Urban League
Sept. 3, 2021
transportation housing voting rights crime education
Community Needs and Concerns
The community is middle class or poor, disinvested & redlined, which leads to both low home ownership rates, as well as low home values. This (-) impacts wealth creation & hampers the transfer of generational wealth.The community is also over policed, as police don’t solve crimes, they respond to them (detectives solve crimes), so flooding the community with boots on the ground does little long-term good when people are likely to be arrested, convicted & incarcerated (hurts families).The community needs equitable redistribution of their tax payments to government, so, when communities ask for government support, that is not a handout from government. It's a ROI of taxes paid.
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Sept. 2, 2021
Community Activities and Services
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Community Needs and Concerns
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Community of Awareness
One Person, One Vote Coalition
Capital Area Urban League
Aug. 31, 2021
housing diversity gun control education environment
Community Needs and Concerns
Community needs for the young people,, education, teen centers and after school programs. Meals for homeless and kids.
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Port Washington
Aug. 26, 2021
Community Activities and Services
My community are all part of the Port Washington school district.
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Aug. 20, 2021
Community Activities and Services
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Schenectady/Saratoga State Senate District
One Person, One Vote Coalition
Saratoga County Mapping Drive
Aug. 20, 2021
infrastructure education urban suburban government workers
Economic or Environmental Interests
My area has a large concentration of workers employed by state government, various local governments, schools and colleges, and health care institutions of various sizes. The residents are heavily interconnected within the larger Capital District area of New York State.
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Dominican LPR Community
Aug. 18, 2021
voting rights diversity education suburban affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
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Community Activities and Services
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Economic or Environmental Interests
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Community Needs and Concerns
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Chinatown/Lower East Side
Aug. 17, 2021
Community Activities and Services
Chinatown/Lower East Side
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Bay Ridge, Brooklyn
Aug. 16, 2021
transportation housing education environment affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
Bay Ridge includes a large arab/muslim community
Economic or Environmental Interests
common transportation infrastructure; near waterfront.
Community Needs and Concerns
housing, transportation, education.
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Flushing
Aug. 15, 2021
Community Activities and Services
Flushing
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Bayside/Auburndale
Aug. 14, 2021
Community Activities and Services
Bayside/Auburndale
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Ozone Park
Aug. 14, 2021
Community Activities and Services
Ozone Park
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Richmond Hill/South Ozone Park
Aug. 14, 2021
Community Activities and Services
Richmond Hill/South Ozone Park
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Woodside
Aug. 14, 2021
Community Activities and Services
Woodside
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Elmhurst
Aug. 14, 2021
Community Activities and Services
Elmhurst
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Jackson Heights
Aug. 14, 2021
Community Activities and Services
Jackson Heights
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Sheepshead Bay
Aug. 14, 2021
Community Activities and Services
Sheepshead Bay
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Sunset Park
Aug. 14, 2021
Community Activities and Services
Sunset Park
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Bensonhurst
Aug. 13, 2021
Community Activities and Services
Bensonhurst
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Auburndale
Aug. 13, 2021
Community Activities and Services
Auburndale
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Oakland Gardens
Aug. 13, 2021
Community Activities and Services
Oakland Gardens
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Bayside
Aug. 13, 2021
Community Activities and Services
Bayside
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Jamaica Hills
Aug. 13, 2021
Community Activities and Services
Jamaica Hills
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Briarwood
Aug. 13, 2021
Community Activities and Services
Briarwood
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Parkchester-Westchester Square-Castle Hill
Aug. 13, 2021
Community Activities and Services
Parkchester-Westchester Square-Castle Hill
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Floral Park-Queens Village-Bellerose-Glen Oaks
Aug. 12, 2021
Community Activities and Services
Floral Park-Queens Village-Bellerose-Glen Oaks
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My Community HK
Aug. 10, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
N/A
Community Activities and Services
N/A
Economic or Environmental Interests
N/A
Community Needs and Concerns
N/A
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Owego Village Historic District
Aug. 9, 2021
transportation housing healthcare education environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
Besides the Owego Historic District, the Village of Owego has a monthly ArtsWalk on the first Friday of each month, April-December. We have vibrant church communities in St Patrick's Catholic Church, the Historic Owego First Baptist Church (where John D. Rockefeller worshipped), St. Paul's Episcopal Church, the Owego Methodist Church and Owego Presbyterian Church. We have the Tioga County Fair in early August in Marvin Park.
Community Activities and Services
The Village of Owego Historic District is a community on the Riverbank of the Susquehanna River bordered by Front Street and Main Street in Downtown Owego. We have a commercial area that features many galleries, craft shops, restaurants and cafes and the Tioga County Historical Society. We have many beautiful historic houses, churches and public buildings (Tioga County Courthouse). Every year the Village sponsors Lights Along the River in December and StrawberryFest in June. We also have a Memorial Day parade and tribute to our veterans.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Owego's economy is linked to the Susquehanna Valley. In the 20th century, Owego was linked to IBM at the plant in Owego that is now part of the Lockheed Martin campus. High tech jobs at Lockheed Martin have been an economic anchor for the community, providing excellent jobs with good pay and benefits. Tourism is also an important part of Owego and the surrounding area's economy, including Tioga Downs in Nichols. Some agriculture, particularly dairy farming is still important.. Owego and its surroundings are also bedroom communities for both Binghamton/Tri-Cities and Ithaca.
Community Needs and Concerns
Owego need to be in the congressional and assembly districts that share its high-tech industries, tourism and the suburban connections to Broome and Tompkins Counties. People who live in Owego work in Binghamton and Ithaca. Many Owegeans work for the Binghamton University, Cornell and Ithaca College.
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Jamaica Queens
Aug. 7, 2021
transportation construction
Economic or Environmental Interests
Construction workers, cab drivers
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Kips Bay
Aug. 6, 2021
Community Activities and Services
Public housing, in yards with picnics and gardening
Community Needs and Concerns
People should live better, be cleaner in the buildings, treat buildings well, maintain a healthier environment
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Davidson Ave Community
Aug. 6, 2021
housing diversity education
Cultural or Historical Interests
All different types of people live here.
Community Activities and Services
There are lots of festivals, shopping
Economic or Environmental Interests
We care about the train: 4, D and the 12 Bus — they are necessary so that we can go to Orchard beach
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Morning Side Heights
League of Women Voters of NYC
League of Women Voters of the City of New York Community Mapping Drive
Aug. 6, 2021
parks housing
Cultural or Historical Interests
Central prk
Community Activities and Services
Low income housing, skate prks
Community Needs and Concerns
Low priced housing
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Fort Green
League of Women Voters of NYC
League of Women Voters of the City of New York Community Mapping Drive
Aug. 6, 2021
healthcare voting rights environment
Community Activities and Services
Fort Greene diversity
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Prospect Lefferts Garden
Aug. 6, 2021
housing voting rights environment affordable
Community Activities and Services
My community cares about gun violence, over policing, affordable housing, schools, and the climate.
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AstoriaHeights
Aug. 6, 2021
healthcare diversity gun control elderly environment
Community Needs and Concerns
Gun control to many gangs
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the bronx
Aug. 6, 2021
transportation housing
Community Activities and Services
my community do fairs for the kids in the neighborhood
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East Meadow
Aug. 6, 2021
housing diversity education suburban
Cultural or Historical Interests
We are mixed with all races esoically people coming in from the city
Community Activities and Services
Football Baseball Basketball
Economic or Environmental Interests
We are like 10min from the beach
Community Needs and Concerns
We haven’t signed off on the legalization of marijuana
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Upper Manhattan
Aug. 6, 2021
housing crime
Cultural or Historical Interests
I'm a minority in my community, so for me there's no place to gather. For the people who are the majority group in the area, they do have places to gather.
Community Needs and Concerns
We care about violence against women. Also, a lot of the buildings have been bought up by private equity firms, and it is almost gentrified.
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Williamsburg
Aug. 6, 2021
renewable resources crime education environment
Community Needs and Concerns
Fix the roads, they are falling to pieces.
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North Flatbush
Aug. 6, 2021
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is near prospect park, and the preservation of park access is important
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Heaven On Earth! :~)
Aug. 6, 2021
housing voting rights diversity environment affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
Churches are a very big part of my interests. Specifically the church downtown that i found that houses the artifacts from the Twin Towers after 9/11.... St. Michael, Mary Magdoline, Jesus, St. Thomas... etc... :( I trimmed the plants so they could breath, but then i got yelled at so i left... didnt get help from SSI... ugggg
Community Activities and Services
My ideal community is full of love respect and kindness to all culture, color, and ethnicities.
Economic or Environmental Interests
both sides of the river of Manhattan are beautiful!!! there should be more ponds and water fountains AND restrooms!!!
Community Needs and Concerns
People should be sharing within the community gardens and create more for sharing!!!! Por~fa~vor!!!
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Chinatown
Aug. 6, 2021
housing healthcare immigration elderly East Asian
Cultural or Historical Interests
Lots of Chinese live in my community. And also some white people and other ethnic groups.
Economic or Environmental Interests
In Chinatown there is a lot of seafood and Chinese food.
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NYS !05th Assembly District
Aug. 5, 2021
Economic or Environmental Interests
The 105th Assembly District is a mixture of farm and suburban living. The southern tier of the district is high rate of commuters who work in Westchester or NYC. The northern tier of the district has high unemployment, no industry in the area and low minimum wage jobs. Many of the family farms in this area are struggling, to offset this burden they are selling off property or selling the farm and leaving the area. Several farms have applied to and growing hemp to help with overhead costs. Most of the jobs in the area are retail, warehouse, or manual labor at minimum wage. There are very few businesses that pay a livable or high wage positions in the area. Two major employers in the are
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Hunter's Point
Aug. 2, 2021
transportation housing environment river suburban
Community Activities and Services
My community uses the train to go into Manhattan for work.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community works for a company that has recently begun trading in stock. They are happier when investment taxes are low.
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Normanskill
One Person, One Vote Coalition
Aug. 1, 2021
parks internet elderly unions government workers
Community Activities and Services
My community is made of families that gather around the park surrounding the New York State Correctional Services Training Academy
Economic or Environmental Interests
A large percentage of my neighborhood seems to be comprised of folks at or near retirement age, and the majority of workers are employed by NYS agencies.
Community Needs and Concerns
We could use greater competition in telecommunications, as it currently is restricted to Spectrum-only internet which drives up our prices. Literally two blocks away the residents are able to choose between Verizon and Spectrum, and it has lowered their prices while increasing their speeds and reliablility.A community gym, or the ability to use the nearby Training academy gym in the off-hours would be very appreciated, and would help to increase the overall health of our community.We could also use more local events, rather than needing to find our own transportation to downtown Albany for the majority of events.Lastly, implementing sidewalks in our neighborhood would be wonderful.
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Broome Urban Core
July 30, 2021
housing healthcare diversity education elderly
Economic or Environmental Interests
The key emplyers in my community include education and hospitals, and to a lesser extent companies involved in servicing those emplyers, or who hire graduates of the educational institutions.
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A New 32nd
July 25, 2021
Community Needs and Concerns
The 32nd State Senate District consists of mostly, Multifamily residential Units, also known as MDU. For those who are less familiar with MDUs, they are a classification of housing where multiple separate housing units for residential inhabitants are contained within one building or several buildings within one complex. In my district we have quite a few of them in many shapes and sizes. These units can be next to each other (side-by-side units), or stacked on top of each other (top and bottom units). In the 32nd State Senate District our multifamily residential buildings are very diverse with cooperatives, condominiums, apartment buildings with private owners housing mostly families and/
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Test Community
July 20, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
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Community Activities and Services
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Economic or Environmental Interests
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Community Needs and Concerns
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Greater Rochester Area
League of Women Voters of the Rochester Metropolitan Area
LWV Rochester Metro Area - Rochester COI
July 18, 2021
Community Activities and Services
My community is made of people who live in the greater Rochester, New York area that still depends on the city of Rochester for work and recreation.
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Identity Map Company
July 16, 2021
Community Activities and Services
I am interested in providing mapping services.
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Kate's community
July 14, 2021
Community Activities and Services
Many parks (Cobb’s Hill, Buckland Park)) and the Farmer’s market Monroe Ave is the main drag for shops, coffee, bars, and restaurants
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Union Square Community
League of Women Voters of NYC
League of Women Voters of the City of New York Community Mapping Drive
July 13, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is in the center of Manhattan, but somewhat in between traditional neighborhoods, being south of Flatiron, east of Chelsea, and north of the West Village and East Village. We have our own unique cultural identity centered around Union Square Park and the many social and cultural happenings there throughout history.
Community Activities and Services
My community is centered around Union Square Park, which serves as an important communal resource. It is the location of a regular farmers' market and many other events that occur there, such as protests and gatherings, as well as have public services like playgrounds and green space. Parts of NYU and The New School are in my community. There are also a number of subway stations in my community, including the large 14 Street-Union Square station, the city's upkeep and development of which affects the area.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is impacted by rising costs of living, which threatens to push many residents out or make residing here more economical challenging. The maintenance of the Union Square green space, valuable in a dense urban environment, is also important.
Community Needs and Concerns
My community is often split up in redistricting, divided between congressional districts, state house and senate districts, and NYC city council and state assembly districts, which dilutes our interests.
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Manhattan rose hill
July 12, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
We are a mix of native NYers as well as more recent transplants who have come here for work and have stayed on to raise families.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of people who utilize public schools, parks and community organizations in the area including St. Vartan's Park, East river for biking as well as the libraries and hospitals on the Eastside
Economic or Environmental Interests
There is a mix of employment most are post-secondary degree jobs such as finance, law, etc
Community Needs and Concerns
We are currently in a state assembly district that covers mostly the Westside of Manhattan. Which means we have a minor role or voice in that district. A majority of our community events, activities happen on the Eastside and we engage with elected officials who cover the eastside accept for this state assembly district
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Wayne Central
July 7, 2021
Community Needs and Concerns
My community needs more diversity. Many students from Wayne Central public schools graduate and go into law enforcement without having ever interacted with either the BIPOC or the LGBTQ community.
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temporary test
July 2, 2021
Community Activities and Services
this is a test
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school
June 16, 2021
Community Activities and Services
school
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Elmont Memorial High School Community
League of Women Voters of NYC
League of Women Voters of the City of New York Community Mapping Drive
June 8, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Elmont is a primarily Caribbean and West African community with a growing South Asian population, with the majority of the stores in the neighborhood reflecting these cultures.
Community Activities and Services
Most community activities and services in West Elmont occur at or around the school (e.g., the local park, the elementary schools, etc.) Most of these activities are accessed via walking or driving.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Elmont has many small businesses (e.g., restaurants, barbershops, corner stores, delis, etc.), so policies that help develop new and old small businesses are very important to us.
Community Needs and Concerns
Many citizens of Elmont work in nearby New York City, but there is a huge lack of accessible public transportation to the City, making it difficult to navigate between the nearby boroughs and Elmont.
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Elmont/Valley Stream Community
State Voices
New York
May 31, 2021
Community Activities and Services
My community is made of people who go to either Elmont Memorial High School or Valley Stream Central High School.
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Angel's Community
May 22, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
For my immediate community, most of the residents want to make the building a better place to live. Many of the common values tend to address what they think could improve in order to reach this shared goal. A lot of the residents have been with the building for a while, and are really passionate about this. On the other hand, this is a bit harder to answer for the broader community. There are a few churches nearby, but I am actually unaware of what fosters a sense of belonging. There is a good
Community Activities and Services
People in the community tend to frequent restaurants and bars to socialize. This question is really interesting, because in terms of my immediate community I think of all the residents in the building. They tend to socialize in the lobby and take walks around the area. For the broader community, there are a lot of people who commute to work here but live elsewhere. Central Park is within walking distance, so quite a few people take their dogs or bike around during the weekend.
Economic or Environmental Interests
There are environmental concerns in terms of noise resulting from constant construction and traffic. Additionally, the area is close to major streets (Lexington and Park Ave, FDR Dr) so air quality is an additional factor. The East River is situated nearby and flood-prevention plans have been implemented to address this - though the design has been criticized for being insufficient.
Community Needs and Concerns
The community cares about the constant construction, which is normalized as a part of New York City. However, Midtown East was recently rezoned to allow for increased floor area of blocks. Combined with a strong market for real estate in the area, investors will most likely renovate or redevelop certain buildings - not to mention existing unused air rights. While I do not have a particular stance on this issue, I find it really interesting since COVID-19 has changed working conditions.
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19th Ward Community Association
May 5, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
The 19th Ward Community Association, formed in 1965, is one of the oldest Neighborhood Associations in the country. The Association formed to fight racist real estate practices, such as blockbusting and redlining, while purposefully cultivating a neighborhood that is diverse with respect to age, race, and class.
Community Needs and Concerns
Cathy Kane, of LWV-RMA, created this map as a test of representable's functionality for our efforts to engage communities in redistricting. Boundaries are based on https://rocwiki.org/19th_Ward.
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19th Ward Community
May 3, 2021
Population: 4906
Cultural or Historical Interests
It's my understanding that the needs of the 19th ward community have historically been underserved. I hope the community's restorative interests can be preserved to undo the decades of red lining that lead to destructive outcomes. The 19th ward community association meets to organize there. There is a pioneer cemetery, which is a historic landmark, that we are seeking to restore into a community garden and tourist destination with guided tours. Representatives who care about this are important.
Community Activities and Services
My community is a mix of native Rochesterians and University of Rochester student rentals. Diverse student groups meet and gather off campus to further their clubs and social circles, and bring patronage to local business. We meet and greet neighbors who have lived in the area for many years.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Lead piping has been major injustice in my community. While extensive surveying and testing has been done to map and remove these hazards, I don't believe lead's presence can be ruled out. Piping may still exist inside homes or between street-level mains and individual houses. I hope all residents have access to prospecting for these pipes, and easy access to lead levels blood testing.
Community Needs and Concerns
The 19th ward and it's composition is constantly under threat. As the university seeks to expand it's influence, increasing swaths of the ward are converted to student rentals. With this growth in University assets comes heavyhanded protection. UR president shot down a measure to arm off campus police only after strong student backlash. A community housing center, the Plymouth Gardens, is being eyed by the University for conversion into student housing. Residents are facing pressure to move out.
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Newburgh-Middletown
April 20, 2021
Population: 176167
Community Activities and Services
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Sullivan County
April 14, 2021
Population: 23062
Cultural or Historical Interests
When the area had train service from NYC, it served as a health destination for TB, as well as attracting tourists. Farmers sent goods to market. It became the Borscht Belt with resorts being served by the locals. These transformed to Buddha and Yoga resorts, and then transformed to Orthodox camps. In 1969 it hosted the Woodstock festival, but because of the name, the area was never able to capitalize. Bethel Woods performing arts center was built on the site of the festival.
Community Activities and Services
Outdoor recreation is paramount being close to the Catskill Park and the Delaware River. Hiking, canoeing, fishing. The area is predominantly farm land. Villages are small. Transport is primarily cars, although a bus service was introduced last year to service the larger towns. Social activities are hosted by Volunteer Fire Departments, small towns, the county's tourism agency, and one of the state's largest performing arts centers: Bethel Woods.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Agriculture and small dairy farms is the predominant industry. It has been struggling and many have recently gone bankrupt. Laws are in place to protect the land but not the farmer. Environmentalist are loud, protecting the Catskill forest and the Delaware River. The area is split socially and economically between "locals" and "2nd homeowners." While the first is reliant on the second for second jobs such as maintenance, carpentry and retail sales, there is little other interaction.
Community Needs and Concerns
Protection of the land is paramount to the community - for agricultural use and recreational use The area is split politically between "locals" who tend to be conservative, vote Republican, and the "2nd Homeowners" who are from NYC, lean liberal and don't vote locally. The pandemic saw many 2nd homeowners embrace their local home and have shifted their primary residence to the area. This could have a strong impact on local elections.
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Turtle Bay/East of 3rd
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April 3, 2021
Population: 20463
Cultural or Historical Interests
It's a very international area given the UN. There is a large Japanese community with the Japan Society, Armenian with St. Vartan's Church, and focal points for Norwegians, Nigerians, and many other countries. The shared history is pretty limited since it feels pretty transient. Used to be a home for slaughterhouses. Tudor City is nice, with few windows facing the East River. Ford Foundation beautiful with interior gardens.
Community Activities and Services
My community is located near Grand Central, the United Nations, and NYU Hospital. We are near the Ferry at 34th St. A lot of protests take place here, in front of embassies and the Governor's NYC address. Great local public transportation. Near FDR making it easier to leave midtown, but traffic is busy. No parking pretty much.
Economic or Environmental Interests
To the south, more Murray Hill, it's more middle class. Most of Turtle Bay is also pretty middle class, but there are a number of more expensive apartment buildings that bring in richer and often less community oriented residents. There are few parks, but Dag Hammerskjold Plaza is a focal point with a Wed. farmers market, Tudor City, and playgrounds at St. Vartan's and 42nd and East River. The UN blocks egress to the river. Before 9/11 the UN park was open to the public but now it is a fortress
Community Needs and Concerns
We could use more parks, places to make the place feel like a community. Better bikeways, although that situation has been improving.
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Clarence community
April 1, 2021
Population: 11381
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made up of White, affluent and conservative groups. Population is all ages, English speaking and has some historic significance. The town board and supervisor are all of the same party and have been that way historically. There is a library and no public transportation. People drive to their destinations.
Community Activities and Services
There are multiple colleges and a university available within driving distance. There are 2 lakes, a river and multiple places of worship within driving distance. There is no public transportation. The local library is excellent and there are many parks in my community.
Community Needs and Concerns
My community has been gerrymandered and the current district lines need to be reevaluated. The lines have been based on political affiliation.
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Buffalo
March 30, 2021
Population: 5499
Cultural or Historical Interests
immediate community is urban, with mix of people, immigrant and native born, economics is varied, from poor to upper middle class, both immigrant and native born. There is much diversity, yet segregated to some extent based on income, occupation, and social cohesion.
Community Activities and Services
grocery shopping, restaurants, bus routes, park, pharmacies
Community Needs and Concerns
public education, poverty, health needs, housing, crime
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Turtle Bay
March 26, 2021
Population: 20572
Cultural or Historical Interests
There is little to link us other than the UN, but many are not participants in that
Community Activities and Services
We are near to NYU Hospitals. There is a nice park at Dag Hammerskjold Plaza, with a 1x/week farmers market. Tudor City also has two nice parks. Grand Central is a focal point. The UN used to be a place where people could go, but not since 9/11.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is located near the United Nations and Grand Central Station. FDR and the UN block access to the East River and any parks and bike lanes near there. We are diverse in terms of economics, very international. There is a sizable Japanese population
Community Needs and Concerns
Traffic can be intense, especially around the UN General Assembly and when there is work on the Queens Midtown Tunnel
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Patty's Cooperstown
March 25, 2021
Population: 8763
Cultural or Historical Interests
There are many performance-related institutions--the opera, the museums, a winter and summer concert series, choral groups, a popular film festival in November. The Cooperstown Graduate program brings graduate students to our community from around the country.
Community Activities and Services
The elementary and secondary school buildings for the district are in the village. The lake, the museums, the Clark Sports Center, the Glimmerglass opera, art venues, and the churches bring the village together. The largest employer is Bassett Healthcare. It's a walking village; services are accessible by walking from all parts of the village. For those living outside the village, getting to these places requires a car. Buses run from the village to the nearest city.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community sits on beautiful Lake Otsego, the headwaters of the Susquehanna River. What happens on that lake or to the lake will eventually flow into the Chesapeake Bay. It is a place of natural beauty, a source of recreation, and an economic engine for the area. the lake is the drinking water source for the village. It's expensive to keep the water clean as it flows back into the river.
Community Needs and Concerns
Housing is difficult for moderate income families as many of the houses are owned by seasonal residents. Rental units are in great demand since many homes are only rented in the summer. Owners can charge more for that season than for a whole year's lease.
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Astoria Digital
March 25, 2021
Population: 172387
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community has been and continues to be affected by gentrification.
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Larchmont Mamaroneck Sustainability
March 24, 2021
Population: 27959
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of diverse economic households and there are strong efforts to help those that are economically disadvantaged.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is on Long Island Sound and is ground zero for climate change and flooding. Sustainability is very important to our residents.
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Suburban Saratoga County
March 4, 2021
Population: 126375
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is a suburb of Albany, NY and many of our residents work for state or local governments or schools and also have economic and social ties to those who live in the greater Capital District.
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Feb. 27, 2021
Population: 23440
Cultural or Historical Interests
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Community Activities and Services
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Economic or Environmental Interests
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Community Needs and Concerns
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Newkirk Area Neighborhood
Feb. 26, 2021
Population: 51724
Cultural or Historical Interests
Brooklyn college is nearby and could be considered in the neighborhood, and for this mapping, I have included it. In addition there are a number of storefront and more traditional churches, mosques and synagogues to serve this diverse community of South Asian, Hispanic, Haitian, West-Indian immigrants and long-time Brooklyn residents.
Community Activities and Services
There are several store streets in this residential neighborhood. Most are small independent stores or franchises of larger supermarkets as well as pharmacy chains and a few independent pharmacies. Flatbush Development Corporation, People in Need and Pakistani-Amarican Youth Services are nonprofits serving the community.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is centered around an express subway stop at Newkirk Plaza which provides convenient transport to Midtown Manhattan as well as to public swimming beaches. The Plaza is a pedestrian shopping street adjacent to the station. Residents span the economic spectrum from solid middle-class homeowners and apartment dwellers, working poor, to marginally employed and food- and housing-insecure residents.
Community Needs and Concerns
The good housing stock has led to an influx of more affluent homeowners over the past 10 or so years. This has improved the commercial activity of the neighborhood, but also placed much of the housing out of the reach of some long-term residents.
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NYLS Tribeca
Feb. 24, 2021
Population: 14070
Cultural or Historical Interests
City Hall
Community Activities and Services
financial services
Economic or Environmental Interests
restaurants, coffee shops, housing
Community Needs and Concerns
parking needed
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NYLS Tribeca
Feb. 24, 2021
Population: 12676
Cultural or Historical Interests
City Hall, Stock Exchange, bridges,
Community Activities and Services
government, housing, business, law school
Economic or Environmental Interests
historic district, government, stock exchange
Community Needs and Concerns
housing shopping, transportation
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Brooklyn
Feb. 24, 2021
Population: 12973
Cultural or Historical Interests
From my personal experience, having a car is relatively ubiquitous, so our family travels to Long Island for most shopping, as driving in the city is impractical at best. Younger people, among my peers, usually travel into the city for leisure.
Community Activities and Services
Healthcare and education services are relatively ubiquitous in my community, as it’s a relatively urban and somewhat suburban area. Furthermore, while NYC’s MTA is not the most reliable service, it’s fairly good in terms of affordability and especially incredible in working 24/7 in most areas of the city
Economic or Environmental Interests
Most of the population works either in the vicinity - at restaurants/cafes or in retail, however a good chunk travels into Manhattan/Downtown Brooklyn construction sites and the various navy yards for work - I believe a majority of my neighbors are trade workers.
Community Needs and Concerns
Since the beginning of the pandemic, I've witnessed numerous decades old small mom 'n pop shops be closed due to a lack of business - I believe this issue can be easily resolved with government funding and maybe encouragement of the local population to frequent nearby stores by discounting goods - which would only be possible with government subsidies.
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Map of Astoria, Queens
Feb. 24, 2021
Population: 114459
Economic or Environmental Interests
Our community is located next to the river and near power plants, public housing and parks. We are close to La Guardia Airport and to major highways that connect Long Island to Manhattan. A historical film district is part of our neighborhood.
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residents of the NYC metro area
Jan. 30, 2021
Economic or Environmental Interests
our city needs jobs especially for young people the pandemic has also disproportionately affected certain industries, e.g. restaurant workers, retail workers (non-food), cab drivers, etc. - significant job loss will need to be addressed. environmental issues are especially important in many low-lying communities by the city's extensive waterfront
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City People
Jan. 22, 2021
Population: 4872
Economic or Environmental Interests
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