Catalytic converter, Woodhaven wheelies, speeding, broken mirrors, shelter…

Because this section of 74 Avenue is near Woodhaven Boulevard, theft is common, noise is loud, parking is a concern, homeless walks about. Cars tend to speed as well on this two way street ignoring the 15 MPH warning sign. As for speeding, several residents are asking for a speed bump or turning this stretch … Read more

Homeless shelter at 85-15 101 Avenue is not so neighborly.

113 single adult males with mental illness have been sheltered here for over two years. Politicians complained; demonstrations were held. Once opened, there is no legal option in contract to shut it down. Why cannot the City stipulate in its contract calling for periodic reviews? If certain safety criteria were not met, contract would be … Read more

Dead ends are favorite spots for trash and car dumping.

At 92 Avenue next to the LIRR Jamaica Yard, cars are dumped here regularly. City does remove them only to be replaced by more vehicles dumped. Sometimes, police have issued violation tickets to cars of law-abiding residents. Because a night club is one block away, KISS at 130-35 91 Avenue, patrons would block residents’ driveway … Read more