Brooklyn Community Board Members — 2027 Applications
Brooklyn Borough President's Office
Brooklyn community board members represent neighborhood participation in local government as Borough President Antonio Reynoso opens applications for residents interested in serving on Brooklyn's 18 community boards.
Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso has opened applications for New York City residents interested in serving on Brooklyn's 18 community boards. The volunteer boards provide input on neighborhood issues including land use, liquor licenses, transportation projects and local development. Each board can include up to 50 members who live, work or have a significant interest in the community they represent. Residents age 16 and older are encouraged to apply before the February 8, 2027 deadline at 11:59 p.m. Reynoso said he wants the boards to reflect Brooklyn's diverse neighborhoods and has directed Borough Hall resources toward supporting their operations and long-term sustainability. Applications and additional information are available through the Brooklyn Borough President's Office.
Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso Kicks Off 2027 Community Board Application Season
Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso Kicks Off 2027 Community Board Application Season
Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso today opened applications for city residents to join Brooklyn’s 18 community boards. Community boards, the most grassroots level of local government, are local bodies that weigh in on topics ranging from local land use matters to liquor licenses, transportation projects, and more. With 18 community districts, Brooklyn has the most community boards of all five boroughs, each one comprised of up to 50 volunteers who live, work, or have a significant interest in their community. Now through February 8, 2027 at 11:59 PM, eligible New York City residents 16 years and older are encouraged to learn more and apply at https://www.brooklynbp.nyc.gov/community-boards/.
“The people who know our communities best are those who live, work, and raise their families in them, and those are the voices we need at the table,” said Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso. “Brooklyn is one of the most diverse boroughs in our city, and I want our community boards to reflect the communities they serve. If you are passionate about your neighborhood, motivated to make a difference, and want to be a voice for your community, I encourage you to apply and get involved with your local community board.”
Borough President Reynoso’s vision of a Brooklyn for all requires that community boards – the grassroots of our local government – are fully funded, fully resourced, and as diverse as the people of this borough. As agency head, Borough President Reynoso has redirected Borough Hall resources toward advancing the independence and long-term sustainability of community boards through operational training and support, as well as advocating to relevant City agencies to provide critical resources.
