1. My community zip code is 11212. N/A

2. Brownsville is the name of my neighborhood in Brooklyn, 11212. N/A

3. The name of my Community board is 16. The purpose of the board is to review matters pertaining land that is use in the district. The board evaluates the quality and quantity of service delivery in the community, makes recommendations for capital and expense budget priorities and develops plans for the community’s improve. Some respondabilties includes, capital project site selection, franchises, acquisitions and disposition of City property and other matters. The community Board reports to the Board of Standards and Appeals on zoning variances and certain special permits. Providing information and complaint to the services center. Assisting City departments and agencies in making contacts with and transmitting information to the residents of the district. http://www.brooklyncb16.org/about/

4. Eric Adams is the President of my Community Board 16. (http://www.brooklyncb16.org/) This is old info: Eric Adams is currently the Brooklyn Borough President

5. The District Manager of Brownsville is Viola D. Greene-Walker.  (http://www.brooklyncb16.org/)

6. Darlene Mealy is the current New York City Council Member in Brownsville community. She serves Bedford Stuyvesant, Ocean Hill-Brownsville, East Flatbush and Crown Heights. http://council.nyc.gov/d41/html/members/home.shtml

7. New York State Assembly Member in Brownsville is Hon. William F. Boyland Jr http://www.nysenate.gov/files/pdfs/2014%20Guide%20to%20Brooklyn.pdf

8. John Sampson is New York State Senator http://www.nysenate.gov/files/pdfs/2014%20Guide%20to%20Brooklyn.pdf

9. U.S. Senators are Gillibrand, Kirsten E. and Charles Chuck Schumer. ( http://www.senate.gov/general/contact_information/senators_cfm.cfm?State=NY)

10. Yvette D. Clarke and Hakeem S. Jeffries are U.S. Congressional Representative in Brooklyn, 11212. (http://www.house.gov/htbin/findrep?ZIP=11212&Submit=FIND+YOUR+REP+BY+ZIP)

11. The basic estimated demographics of Brownsville in 2011 are as follow: Population 80,311, gender female 46,257, male 34,054. Age levels 32.1 years. White population: 666, Black population: 67,801 American Indian population: 232, Asian population: 588, Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander population: 31, some other race population: 243, two or more races population: 1,034, Hispanic or Latino population: 13,905. Income levels $27,278. Household sizes 2.6 people. Educational level population 25 years and over High school or higher: 74.5%, Bachelor’s degree or higher: 10.5%, Graduate or professional degree: 2.7%. (http://www.city-data.com/zips/11212.html)

12. The Health status for Brownsville population are as follows obesity is the number one health problem in the community (25%), with HIV/AIDS and STDs ranking second (9%), cancer, poverty and homelessness tying for third place (8%), and mental health ranking fourth (7%). other diseases such as high blood pressure 35%. (http://0101.nccdn.net/1_5/09a/2ab/341/Brookdale-Hospital-CHNA-FINAL-DEC30-2013.pdf)

13. 73rd Precinct in Brownsville reported the crime statistics for the month September 8, 2014 through September 14, 2014. Murder 0, Rape 1,Robbery 4, Fel. Assault 11, Burglary 3, Gr. Larceny 8 , Grand Larceny Auto 4, Petit Larceny 17, Transit 1, Housing 6, Misd. Assault 26, Misd. Sex Crimes 1, Shooting Vic. 3, and Shooting Inc. 2. http://www.nyc.gov/html/nypd/downloads/pdf/crime_statistics/cs073pct.pdf

14. The Community of Brownsville contained more than 28 schools which includes private and public schools, and 2 libraries. However the community does not have theatres, museums or movie houses. http://www.brooklyncb16.org/directory/

15. The recreational resources in Brownsville community showed 14 parks, 19 sports centers / facilities, 2 public pools, and 4 health clubs. http://www.brooklyncb16.org/directory/

16. Religious and spiritual institutions shape the community of Brownsville with more that 60 different churches. In addition, religion is important in the lives of many African-Americans and other ethnic groups. Meaning that, it brings unity, comfort and peace to each other. http://www.brooklyncb16.org/directory/

17. Financial and business institutions are vital in Brownsville community it helps build the community by providing jobs, generate money for the local economy, and give back to the community in terms of training and donations to charities. The community contain 2 banks, 3 check-chasing businesses, 6 super markets, 27 drug stores, and 43 clothing stories. There are many other small groceries stores, real estate agencies, and brokerages. http://www.brooklyncb16.org/directory/

18. The infrastructure of Brownsville community have many issues such as potholes which should repair at a timely fashion that would reduce traffic. New housing construction also causing problem at the side walk, making not safe to walk. Many of our trees in parks and on the sidewalks need pruning on a more frequent basis to prevent the limbs from blocking street lights and hanging low in the path of pedestrians. Limbs are frequently breaking off which presents a hazard to pedestrians and motorist. Some streets lights are dim and can create an atmosphere to conduct to criminal activities. Streets furniture such as benches are display through out the community. N/A

19. Based on research and walkabouts, there are 3 community’s strengths or assets 1. Recreational Centers 2. New York City Housing Authority buildings 3. Churches N/A

20. There are 3 issues of concern to me and the community 1. Gun violence 2. Teenage pregnancy 3. Alcohol/Drugs http://www.neighborhoodscout.com/ny/brooklyn/brownsville/

21. Human services professional care about communities and society because they uphold the integrity and ethics of the profession to promote clients and communities well-being and also to enhance their professional growth. For instance, they act as advocates in addressing unmet client and community needs. Human service professionals provide a mechanism for identifying unmet client needs, calling attention to these needs, and assisting in planning and mobilizing to advocate for those needs at the local community level. N/A TROUBLED

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