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NYC Neighborhood & Community District Research Guide

New York City Resources to help you research your NYC Community District, and to complete your CD Beat Memo.

CD Beat Memo Fall 2023

Community Board Basics

  • Each Community District has a Community Board serving as the local representative board of city gov’t
  • 59 community boards in NYC.
  • Each one consists of up to 50 unsalaried members, half of whom are nominated by their district's City Council members.
  • Has committees, holds monthly meetings and public hearings.
  • Plays advisory role in issues involving community welfare, including land use and zoning issues, and making recommendations in the city's budget process.
  • District manager (salaried position) appointed by board.