After 100 days in office, Vaad Hakohol shares an update on the initiatives they have working on and things they’ve accomplished. They are also announcing that they will soon be holding a virtual town meeting allowing residents to voice their opinions and concerns.
As the Vaad Hakohol and CHJCC Board marks 100 days of dedicated service, we are excited to share an update on the progress and key initiatives we’ve been working on to support and strengthen the Crown Heights community. Our mission is clear: to serve with excellence, build strong partnerships, and drive positive change for our Crown Heights residents.
Key Achievements (CHJCC):
1. Director for Social Services Recruitment
• Advanced recruitment of a Director for the Social Services Department.
• Ensuring efficient and compassionate support for Crown Heights residents.
2. Strengthening Our Political Influence
• Building a coalition to enhance political advocacy for the Crown Heights community.
3. Financial Literacy Workshop for Families
• Partnering with Collective Kindness to offer a workshop on budgeting and financial management.
• Tailored to Crown Heights families for better financial stability.
4. Community-Centric Development
• Engaging with developers for new housing projects suited to Crown Heights needs.
5. CHJCC Website & Office Renovation
• Developing a new website for improved community service access.
6. Weekly CHJCC Departmental Reports
• Implementing weekly departmental reports for transparency and accountability.
7. Ongoing Communication with DOT on Bike Lanes
• Discussing bike lane plans with the Department of Transportation (special thanks to Yaakov Behrman for his dedication).
8. Kingsbrook Shul Reopening
• Working with legal experts to support the reopening of Kingsbrook Shul.
9. Chosen Program for Shul Security
• New program to enhance shul security.
• Contact your netzig or email [email protected] for details.
10. Medicare Workshop for Seniors
• Organizing a Zoom workshop on Medicare enrollment and benefits.
• Scheduled for Tuesday, September 17, at 7:30 PM. RSVP HERE
Key Achievements (Vadd Hakohol):
11. Rabbanim Compensation
• Ensuring all Rabbonim receive their promised salaries
12. Chasunah Package Initiative
• Exploring a “Chasunah Package” to ease wedding expenses for local families.
13. CHK Operations
• Enhancing CHK operations to be more efficient and user-friendly for small businesses.
14. Mas Hakohol Fundraiser
• Launching a campaign to support Mas Hakohol’s essential services.
• Donate using this LINK
This 100-day update highlights our dedication to meeting the Crown Heights community’s needs with skill and care.
We are excited to announce that we will soon be holding a virtual town meeting, where everyone will have the opportunity to voice their opinions and concerns. Great progress is being made, and we deeply appreciate the support and trust you have shown us.
Here’s to continued improvements and a stronger future together! To send suggestions or to contact us, please email [email protected]
For updates from the CHJCC use this LINK and add 718-771-9000 to your contacts.
How bout having monthly CHJCC Zoom meetings ( excluding summer) to hear from the community with at least one CHJCC member being present. The CHJCC can also coordinate with Jewish CB 9 and CB 17 members for follow up action to be taken on behalf of the community. Monthly CHJCC zoom meetings will result in Community Board member accountability and accessibility. “City of Yes” upzoning is coming.
WE NEED MORE PARKING SPACES AND THE BIKES FOR RENT TAKE AWAY THEFEW THAT WE HAVE.
HAVE YOU SEEN A CRIPPLED PERSON RIDING A BIKE?!
HOW ABOUT A FAMILY WITH 6 CHILDREN!!!
THIS SHOULD BE ONE OF TH VAAD HAKOHOLS PRIORITY TO STOP THIS MADDNESS!