North Brooklyn Neighbors

11/05/2024

If you missed the October 29 NuHart meeting, a recording is available on our website.

Community Meeting Environmental Justice & Health Recap: 10.29.24 NuHart Community Meeting November 4, 2024 On October 29, 2024 North Brooklyn Neighbors hosted a community meeting and were joined by the offices of Assembly Member Emily Gallagher, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, Council Member Lincoln...

10/22/2024

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10/17/2024

Our October newsletter discusses the results of our air testing at Java & Franklin streets, the NuHart Community Health Survey, DKN Ready Mix, and upcoming events.

After collecting air samples earlier this year, North Brooklyn Neighbors and NYU fellows met with community members at the beautiful Java Street Community Garden to review our findings.  In summary, a number of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) were detected in the area. However, the vast majority...

10/17/2024

Click to take the survey, or bookmark it to come back to when you have some time to fill it out: https://redcap.link/nuhartsurvey

09/17/2024

Our September newsletter is out now. Read on to learn more about upcoming events and our current work in the neighborhood!

After multiple discussions with community members about their desire to see a comprehensive survey assessing the health impacts of those living near the State Superfund site located at 65 Dupont Street, we are happy to share the good news: the NuHart Community Health Survey is out! The survey, which...

09/17/2024

After hearing from neighbors about concerns over the smells coming from Metropolitan Packaging in the Java/Franklin street area, NBN took action. Earlier this year, we sampled and analyzed the air to determine what compounds were contributing to the smells and to begin to take a look at whether they may be a concern for community health.

We will be informally presenting our findings TONIGHT, Tuesday (9/17) at 7 pm at the Java Street Garden - hope to see you there!

09/05/2024

In collaboration with redshedcommunitygarden, North Brooklyn Neighbors will be offering free soil testing on Sunday, September 8 from 10 am to noon at the garden.

We will be using our XRF machine to offer free soil testing of the heavy metal (i.e. lead) content of your soil and results will be available immediately. Bring a sample of your soil in a new, clear, plastic sandwich bag with about 2 cups of dry soil. Information on safely dealing with high levels of lead in soil will be available in English, Polish, and Spanish. No registration required.

08/14/2024

The Meeker Avenue Plume Community Advisory Group (CAG) will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, from 6-8 p.m. to hear from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) about the human health and ecological risks of the as Meeker Avenue Plume Superfund site. At this meeting, you can learn about the risks, share your concerns and get answers to your questions about the site.

Some internal CAG business will also be discussed. If you are interested in becoming involved with the CAG, we are always accepting new members!

Events • Meeker Avenue Plume Meeker Avenue Plume CAG Meeting The Meeker Avenue Plume Community Advisory Group (CAG) will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 from 6-8 p.m. to hear from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) about the human health and ecological risks of the as...

07/25/2024

NuHart Update: The changes to the remedy at NuHart have been approved. No changes were made to the ROD Amendment as a result of the public comments received. However, all comments were responded to in a separate document.

06/13/2024

Tonight is the night! With a clear forecast in the high 70s for this evening, it is going to be a beautiful night to celebrate on the rooftop of the The Box House Hotel.

We hope to see you tonight at ReusaBall 2024, our 30th anniversary celebration! Tickets available at the door or online: bit.ly/ReusaBall2024

06/10/2024

Join us in celebrating 30 years of advocating for healthy and safe parks, gardens, and communities in North Brooklyn at our 2024 ReusaBall! 🎉✨ happening on Thursday, June 13th at the Box House Hotel in Greenpoint. Tickets and details: bit.ly/ReusaBall2024

Since last year's event, we've made significant strides in soil testing and community health protection:

*Held 2 soil testing events where around half of samples brought to us by the public tested well over recommendations for lead levels; shared information on how to safely use space with contaminated soil
*Met with community partners and elected officials to share concerns about soil lead findings in McCarren Park
*Shared McCarren Park soil lead findings with NYC Parks Department leading to mulch being spread in some of the most problematic areas of the park resulting in greater community health protection
*Published “Sites of Concern: Public Spaces Soil Testing” report detailing soil contamination findings of 69 public spaces in North Brooklyn
*Continuing to push for more protection and more comprehensive soil testing in McCarren Park
*Assisted two community projects by offering complimentary soil testing

06/06/2024

Our 2024 ReusaBall is ONE WEEK AWAY. Join us in celebrating 30 years of advancing environmental justice & health, community-centered land use & public space, and improving transportation & infrastructure in North Brooklyn. Join us on Thursday, June 13th at the Box House Hotel in Brooklyn for our annual fundraiser to help us celebrate our work over the decades and look forward to continuing to fight for our local communities. Tickets and details: bit.ly/ReusaBall2024