Brooklyn Community Board 17

June is here, and so is our full lineup of scheduled virtual committee meetings and in‑person public hearings for the month.

It’s your moment to get involved, share your voice, and help shape the work ahead. Before Community Board 17 recesses for July and August, June is full of opportunities to show up, speak up, and stay connected.

Attend a meeting to get informed and take part in shaping what comes next.

Find all committee meeting links on our website, here:
www.nyc.gov/brooklyncb17

🌿🎉 The Shirley Chisholm Recreation Center, in partnership with the Community Board 17 Parks & Beautification Committee, Presents Two Exciting Community Events! 🎉🌿

Join us at the Shirley Chisholm Recreation Center for two amazing celebrations filled with community, culture, music, fun, and connection!

👔 Father’s Day Community Celebration
📅 Saturday, June 13, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
🎈 FREE & Open to the Public

Bring the family out as we celebrate fathers and father figures in our community with an afternoon of fun and fellowship!

✊🏾❤️💛💚 Juneteenth Celebration 2026
📅 Saturday, June 20, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Join us as we honor African Americans’ history of freedom with a day full of music, games, good energy, and community celebration!

⚠️ Please Note: Participants attending the Juneteenth Celebration must have an NYC Parks Recreation Center Membership to enter the facility. Membership is FREE for youth and young adults ages 24 and under.

📲 Interested in becoming a member?
Please see the attached flyer with the QR code to pre-register for membership.

🙌 Interested in volunteering for either event?
Please contact Chair Antoine at:
📧 [email protected]

The Community Board 17 Parks and Beautification Committee is proud to collaborate with the Shirley Chisholm Recreation Center to bring these wonderful community events to life. We look forward to celebrating with you! 💙

🎉 Happy Birthday to Our District Manager, Sherif Fraser! 🎉

Today, Community Board 17 proudly celebrates our dedicated District Manager, Sherif Fraser, for her outstanding leadership, commitment, and service to our community.

Your hard work, professionalism, and passion for improving the quality of life throughout Community District 17 continue to make a meaningful impact each and every day. We are grateful for your leadership and the care you bring to serving our residents and neighborhoods.

On behalf of the Members and Staff of Community Board 17, we wish you a birthday filled with joy, happiness, good health, and continued success in the year ahead.

🎂 Happy Birthday, Sherif Fraser! 🎂

🌸 Happy Mother’s Day from Community Board 17 🌸

Today, we celebrate and honor all mothers, grandmothers, godmothers, stepmothers, foster mothers, and mother figures whose love, strength, sacrifice, and guidance help shape our families and communities every day.

Thank you for the countless ways you nurture, uplift, inspire, and lead with compassion and resilience. Your impact reaches far beyond your homes and into the heart of our community.

On behalf of the Members, District Manager, and Staff of Community Board 17, we wish you a beautiful Mother’s Day filled with love, joy, appreciation, and special moments with those who matter most.

💐 Happy Mother’s Day! 💐

On Friday, May 1st, 2026, the office of CB17 will be closed as we observe a day of mourning to honor Chairperson Rodrick F. Daley's service and legacy. We honor and respect Mr. Daley's contribution to CB17 and the Community at large.

Interested in the future of the Interborough Express (IBX)? Join Metropolitan Transportation Authority - MTA at their interactive in-person workshops about the proposed light rail connection between Brooklyn and Queens.

At the workshops, you can share your priorities for stations and train design, hear the latest project updates, and get your questions answered.

Workshop Dates:
Tuesday, April 28, 6 to 8 p.m. — PS 7Q, Elmhurst, Queens
Saturday, May 2, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. — Christ the King, Middle Village, Queens
Thursday, May 7, 6 to 8 p.m. — PS 235K, Brooklyn
Wednesday, May 13, 6 to 8 p.m. — Maimonides Medical Center, Brooklyn
Thursday, May 28, 6 to 8 p.m — PS 88Q, Ridgewood
Saturday, May 30, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. — East New York Arts & Civic HS, Brooklyn

For more information, visit: mta.info/IBX

In Loving Memory of Chair Rodrick Daley

On behalf of Community Board 17, we extend our deepest condolences on the passing of our beloved Chair, Rodrick Daley.

Chair Daley was more than a leader—he was a pillar of strength, a voice for the community, and a true servant of the people. His unwavering dedication, steadfast commitment, and genuine love for this community have left an indelible mark that will not be forgotten. He led with purpose, compassion, and integrity, always striving to uplift and support those around him.

We are profoundly grateful for his years of service, for the countless lives he touched, and for the legacy of leadership he leaves behind. His impact will continue to be felt throughout Community Board 17 for years to come.

To his family, we extend our heartfelt prayers and deepest sympathies. Please know that you are in our thoughts during this incredibly difficult time. We pray that you find comfort in the love that surrounds you, strength in the memories you shared, and peace in knowing how deeply he was respected and cherished by his community.

Chair Daley’s light will continue to shine through all of us who were blessed to know him and serve alongside him.

With deepest sympathy and gratitude,
Community Board 17 🕊️💙

This past Saturday was a beautiful reminder of what community looks like in action. 🌿💚

A heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who came out to support our Street Tree Care initiative in East Flatbush. Your time, energy, and commitment truly made a difference in helping us care for and beautify our neighborhood.

Special appreciation to Assemblymember Monique Chandler-Waterman, Council Member Farah Louis, Big Reuse, DYCD, NYC Community Development, the Parks Department, Community Board 17 Members, and the incredible Parks & Beautification Committee. Your leadership and partnership continue to uplift our community in meaningful ways.

To every volunteer who showed up ready to work, serve, and give back, we see you, we appreciate you, and we thank you. Because of you, our community is greener, stronger, and more connected.

📸 View photos from today’s event: https://photos.app.goo.gl/hXYFQmWZg8KLMDGY8

Together, we did it, and this is just the beginning! 🌱✨

✨ Celebrating Women Who Lead and Serve ✨

At our March meeting, Brooklyn Community Board 17 proudly recognized two extraordinary women in honor of Women's History Month, Dr. Carol Reneau and Ms. Marietta Small.

Dr. Reneau, an educator and housing advocate, continues to make a powerful impact through her leadership, service, and commitment to advancing equity in our community.

Ms. Small, a dedicated community advocate, has consistently uplifted and supported residents through her unwavering commitment to service.

We celebrate their contributions, their leadership, and the lasting difference they make every day in our community. 💐

Due to the recent blizzard, the CB17 Commerce Committee will postpone our Small Business Expo scheduled for this afternoon, February 24th. Please stay tuned for an update on a new date and time.