On a fine spring Saturday, volunteers picked up litter, performed tree care, listened to bluegrass, attended a tree-care workshop, had their soil tested, and learned how to make delicious fruit juice with a bicycle at the Civic Sweep, the Park Slope Civic Council’s semi-annual clean-up and beautification event.
A Civic Sweeping Success Read More »
Set to launch this July, New York City’s new bike-share program is possibly the biggest new transportation development in the city since the subway.
Share and Share a Bike Read More »
The Landmarks Preservation Commission has voted to approve an expansion of the Park Slope Historic District, making it one of the largest such zones in the city.
It’s Official: South Slope Is Now Historic Read More »
After four decades, the entrance to the Fourth Avenue F/G subway station on the thoroughfare’s east side is once again open to the public. MTA New York City Transit unveiled the rebuilt entryway, on the east side of Fourth Avenue between Ninth and Tenth Streets, at a ceremony on Feb. 23.
Now Reopened: The East Side of the Fourth Avenue Station Read More »
A group focusing on Fourth Avenue’s future arose from the Civic Council’s public forum on the thoroughfare, Forth on Forth Avenue, became a full-fledged committee of its own at the February Trustees Meeting, a move that received unanimous approval of all trustees.
Forth on Fourth Becomes Newest Civic Council Committee Read More »
The Civic Council’s annual grants program helps a wide range of local nonprofits working to make our neighborhood a livable, progressive, and inclusive place. This year, we provided nearly $8,000 in grant support to 13 schools and organizations around the community.
Lucky 13 Groups Earn Civic Council Grants Read More »
Did you know that the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) has funds available to help you install energy-efficiency measures in your home?
Make Your Home Safe, Comfortable, and Energy-Efficient Read More »
After a spirited discussion of the pros and cons of the initiative — at our Jan. 21 community meeting and Feb. 2 Trustees Meeting — the Civic Council’s trustees voted in favor of an application for slow zones that would encompass Park Slope.
A Step Toward Slow Zones Read More »
The proposal for a neighborhood slow zone in Park Slope inspired a healthy debate at the Civic Council’s February Board Meeting, and took up a significant part of the evening’s agenda.
A Debate on Whether ’20 Is Plenty’ for Park Slope Read More »
The latest issue of Civic News, the Park Slope Civic Council’s newsletter, is ready for you. You can read it here, pick up a copy at a local business, or — better yet — subscribe by becoming a member.
Civic News: Winter 2012 Read More »