Queens Community Board 13

Queens Community Board 13 is a local government body in the New York City borough of Queens, responsible for advising on land use and zoning, participating in the city budget process, and addressing community concerns. It encompasses the neighborhoods of Queens Village, Glen Oaks, New Hyde Park, Bellerose, Cambria Heights, Laurelton, Rosedale, Floral Park, and others.

History

The community board system was established in 1975 as part of the New York City Charter to ensure local input in land use decisions and budgeting. Queens Community Board 13 was one of the original boards established.

Structure

Each community board in New York City is composed of up to 50 volunteer members appointed by the Borough President, half from nominations by City Council members representing the community district. The board elects its own chair and other officers. The district manager and the district office staff are hired by the community board and are city employees.

Responsibilities

The board's responsibilities include reviewing land use and zoning matters, assessing the needs of their own neighborhoods, and making recommendations in the city's budget process to address them. They also coordinate with city agencies to address local service delivery and other community concerns.

Meetings

Community Board 13 holds monthly meetings that are open to the public. These meetings often feature presentations from city agencies, elected officials, and others, as well as public comment periods.

See also

• Community boards of Queens
• Government of New York City
• List of Queens neighborhoods