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Upcoming hearings / presentations:

PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Manhattan CB4 will hold public hearings on the following items on Wednesday, Novemnber 2, 2005, starting at 6:30 p.m. at Roosevelt Hospital, 2nd floor conference room - 1000 Tenth Av., b. 58th and 59th sts.

527 West 18th Steet - ULURP No. 050388 ZSM: Application for a special permit for an accessory parking garage at 527-537 West 18th St. The developer of a new office building seeks to build a 94-space garage. Only 37 spaces are allowed as of right (without the special permit).

Capital and Expense Budget Priorities, Fiscal Year 2007: Annual identification of the Community Board's priorities for capital and expense funding based on district needs.

PUBLIC INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS:

EXPANSION PLANS for the JAVITS CONVENTION CENTER

DATE: Monday, November 14, 2005
TIME: 6:30 p.m.
PLACE: Theater Row - Clurman Theater, 410 W. 42nd St., b. Ninth and Dyer avs.

The New York State Javits Convention Center Development Corporation has selected Richard Rogers Partnership with FXFowle Architects and A. Epstein and Sons International as the team to design the expansion and modernization of the Javits Center. The project is intended to make the Javits Center competitive with other convention centers in attracting "high-impact" tradeshows and conventions. The expansion would provide space for additional exhibit halls, meeting rooms and a large ballroom. Other elements of the plan include new open space, a "headquarters" hotel and expanded truck marshalling facilities. The design process is just beginning. The team will present the project's objectives and solicit public input.

All are welcome to attend and participate. CB4's Clinton/Hell's Kitchen Land Use Committee expects to hold future public discussions on this matter. When the project's General Project Plan is finalized, the Empire Sate Development Corporation is required to hold a public hearing.

PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT at the GENERAL THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY

DATE: Monday, November 21, 2005
TIME: 6:30 p.m.
PLACE: Hudson Guild Auditorium at Fulton Center, 119 Ninth Av., b. 17th and 18th sts.

The General Theological Seminary will present a proposal to partner with a private developer to construct a 17-story primarily residential, mixed-use building on the west side of Ninth Avenue between 20th and 21st streets. The new building would replace the existing building that fronts Ninth Avenue and would raise funds for use by the Seminary to help preserve other buildings on its grounds. The base of the apartment building would be used by the Seminary for offices, a daycare facility, a bookstore and possibly other retail. Some space would be available for community use when not in use by the Seminary.

All are welcome to attend, and to learn details and ask questions. There will be ample public hearing opportunities to follow where comments may also be made. This proposal requires the approval of the Landmark Preservation Commission and the Uniform Land Use Review Procedure (ULURP), with formal hearings by CB4 and the City Planning Commission, as well as approvals by the Council and the Mayor.

News, events & happenings:

General Theological Seminary to present new development on Ninth Avenue. At a public meeting to be held November 21 at Fulton Center, the General Theological Seminary will present a proposal to develop residential, building on the west side of Ninth Avenue between 20th and 21st streets. The new building would replace the existing building. All are welcome to attend, and to ask questions. More info.

Public hearing set on "cleaned-up" zoning language; CB4 rejects 42nd Street bonus. City Planning will hold a public hearing on clarifications of the zoning langauge for the new Hudson Yards Special District. The hearing will take place on November 16th at 22 Reade Street, starting at 10:00 AM.. CB4 voted to approve all the clean-up language, but disagreed on an substative change regarding a new development bonus that would apply to the former site of the Fairbanks and Houseman theaters and the Kraft Restaurant.

With the West Side Stadium out of the picture, the Hudson Yards land use plan needs rethinking. The MTA and the Department of City Planning must work closely with the local community to develop a master plan for the Rail Yards and the surrounding area. Read more.

GET YOUR FREE FLU SHOTS IN CHELSEA. The Dept of Health is offering FREE flu shots to anyone age 4 or older on Tue, Nov. 1st, 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. at 346 W. 17th St. (b. 8th & 9th Avs.) This effort is also a medication distribution emergency drill. For more info, call 311 or visit www.nyc.gov/health/flu.

HURRICANES AND NYC. Detailed informational brochure produced by NYC Office of Emergency Management available at CB4 office. Detailed map of evacuation zones included. Multiple copies, or copies in Spanish, Russian, Chinese, Korean or Haitian Creole available by contacting Amber Greene, 718-422-4887 or agreene@aem.nyc.gov.

EMT TRAINING. Interested in becoming an Emergency Medical Technician? New York-Presbyterian Emergency Medical Services is offering an EMT Basic course from 12/08/05 to 6/10/06. Tue and Thu evenings, 6:00 to 9:30 pm. Certification exam: 6/15/06. $700 for tuition and texts. Classes at EMS Training Center, 525 E. 68th St. Call 212-746-0885 or write NY Presbyterian Hospital EMS, Attn: Peter DiPrima Jr., 525 E. 68th St., Rm M-101, NYC, NY 10021.

POLICE PRECINCT COMMUNITY COUNCIL MEETINGS.

JOIN THE NYPD. Filing for exam is open until January 13, 2006. Written exam scheduled for Feb. 25. Starting in January, the NYPD will offer a FREE tutorial program to all applicants. The tutorials will help applicants to maximize their scoring potential on the upcoming exam by offering helpful test taking skills and strategies, as well as reviewing the 10 ability areas that are tested. For applications and info, visit www.NYPDRECRUIT.com or call 212-RECRUIT.

ALTERNATE SIDE PARKING RULES SUSPENSION CALENDAR. The City suspends alternate side parking regulations, for both street cleaning purposes and traffic flow, on 33 legal and religious holidays. This includes only 7 dates in November 2005: Tue, Nov 1; Thu/Fri/Sat, Nov. 3-5; Tue, Nov. 8; Tue, Nov. 11; and Thu, Nov. 24.

SCIENCE EDUCATION is the topic of an upcoming NYC Council Education Committee Hearing. Thursday, November 10; 10:00am - 1:00pm; Committee Room. Please call 212-788-7393 for more information.

OPEN SCHOOL WEEK & PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES. Nov. 13 - Nov. 19. Most public schools follow this schedule: District 75, Nov. 2 evening parent/teacher conferences & Nov. 9 afternoon conferences; Elementary Schools, Nov. 14 afternoon conferences, Nov. 16 evening conferences; Middle Schools, Nov. 15 afternoon conferences, Nov. 17 evening conferences. Check with your school for specific times & for info about other special events during the week.

2006 PROPOSED CONSOLIDATED PLAN. Nov. 7th ends the public comment period on NYC's application to the US Dept. of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for 4 federal programs: Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnership, Emergency Shelter Grant & Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS. Public hearing will be held on Nov. 3 at 3:30 p.m. in Spector Hall, Dept. of City Planning, 22 Reade Street. A question and answer session to follow the hearing. Copies of the document are available for review at the CB4 office. Written comments on the Plan should be sent to Mr. Sorrentino at the Dept. of City Planning, 22 Reade St. 4N, NYC, NY 10007.

LITERACY REFERRAL HOTLINE. Call 212-803-3333 for information about FREE classes for adult and out-of-school youth throughout NYS, including: Adult Basic Education, GED prep, GED test applications & info and English for speakers of other languages. Call Monday-Friday, 9 am to 5 pm. or use the free Adult Educator Locator at www.lacnyc.org/hotline.

CRUISE INDUSTRY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION (CICF). Supports programs that enhance educational opportunities for youth, to improve literacy, teach basic life skills, and promote good citizenship. Focus on programs that are designed to improve the quality of life in the communities served by the cruise industry. Also support academic enrichment opportunities related to reading, math and science. Applications accepted on the calendar quarter. For guidelines: http://www.iccl.org/foundation/history.cfm.

MANHATTAN LEGAL AID FOR SENIORS PROJECT. With the goal of helping seniors to age in place, MFY Legal Services and the Northern Manhattan Improvement Corp. have joined forces. Free legal services for low income Manhattan residents aged 60 and older, with priority given to those who are facing the loss of housing or the loss or reduction of public benefits; priority also to those being abused physically or emotionally and who are victims of financial exploitation. Telephone intake for those living below 110th St: 212-417-3880 on Wednesdays, 2-4:30 p.m. For those living north of 110th St., call 212-822-8300.

HEALTH & HOSPITALS CORP. ANNUAL PUBLIC MEETINGS. In Manhattan, Wednesday, November 2, 6 PM. Gouverneur Healthcare Services, 227 Madison St., 13th flr. Bd. of Directors of the NYC Health & Hospitals Corp. will report on the activities of the Corp.; the public is invited to make oral and/or written presentations. Register in advance to get priority on the speaking schedule. Contact Ms. Patricia Lockhart, Sect'y to the Corp., NYC HHC, 125 Worth St, Rm. 519, NY, NY 10013. 212-788-3360.

ARTISTS SELF HELP. Fractured Atlas, arts service organization, expanding Professional Development program to help artists become entrepreneurs. Visit www.fracturedatlas.org to get details & for info about their Open Arts Network, helping arts organizations to provide constituents with access to affordable healthcare and other benefits. 212-277-8020.

Next Full Board Meeting:

Meeting calendar & agendas:

Meeting dates, times, locations and agendas are current as of October 4, 2005 and are subject to change. Please visit CB4's online calendar or call the CB4 Office (212-736-4536) for confirmation.

NOV 2- FULL BOARD MEETING
6:30 p.m.
Roosevelt Hospital, 2nd floor conference room
1000 Tenth Av., b. 58/59 sts.

NOV 7 - Quality of Life/Education, Libraries & Cultural Affairs
6:30 p.m.
CB 4 Office, 330 W. 42nd St., 26th floor
1. Discussion: Street conditions at Bayard Rustin High School for the Humanities, 351 West 18th Street

NOV 8 - Business Licenses & Permits
6:30 p.m.
Holland House, 351 W. 42nd St. (b. 8th / 9th), Basement

1. New Liquor License Applications:
- Corporation to be formed by Makago Takagi, 825 8th Ave (49/50) (Worldwide Plaza);
- Silc NYC LLC, 75 9th Ave (15/16, Chelsea Market);
- Section 8 LLC, 354 W. 56th St;
- Acapulco Bar, 316 W. 39th St;
- Port Imperial Ferry Corp d/b/a Christopher Columbus, Waterfront;
- Producers Club Studios, 358 W. 44th St, 2nd Fl;
- Entity to be formed by Donatella Arpaia, 261 11th Ave (at 27th);
- Entity to be formed by Sabit Kajtazi, 601 W. 26th St;
- Entity to be formed by Luciano & James Marchignoli, 536 9th Ave (39/40);
- Caybor Catering Inc, 544 W. 27th St

2. Alteration Applications:
- Latitude, 783 8th Ave (47/48)

3. Renewal Applications:
- La Rivista Ristorante, 313 W. 46th St;
- Crystal Symphony, Passenger Ship Terminal;
-Hell's Kitchen, 679 9th Ave (46/47);
- Cara Mia, 654 9th Ave (45/46);
- Q Lounge, 220 W. 19th St;
- Villa Pizza, Port Authority Bus Terminal;
- Flannery's Bar, 205 W. 14th St;
- The Door, 508 9th Ave (38/39);
- McQuaid's Restaurant & Pub, 589 11th Ave (at 44th);
- Flamingo Room, 470 W. 23rd St;
- McCoy's Bar, 768 9th Ave (51/52);
- Sushi Damo Damo, 330 W. 58th St;
- Da Umberto, 107 W. 17th St;
- Spirit, 530-542 W. 27th St;
- Calidad Latina Restaurant, 132 9th Ave (18/19);
- Mangia E Beve, 800 9th Ave (at 53rd);
- Coppersmiths Bar & Grill, 793 9th Ave (at 53rd)

4. Cabaret Applications:
- Providence, 309 W. 57th St

NOV 9 - Clinton/Hell's Kitchen Land Use
6:00 p.m. * NOTE TIME CHANGE *
John Jay College, Room 630-T - 899 Tenth Av., b. 58/59
1. Report & Discussion: Construction management at Clinton Green/Mosaic project (51st - 53rd Sts, east of 10th Av.)
2. Presentation & Discussion: preliminary development proposal by The Hakiminan Organization for conversion of 636 11th Av. (46th/47th) to residential use
3. Witkoff Group development at 300-306 W. 44th St. - request for support of extension of special permit for a parking garage.
4. How Zoning Works in Clinton/Hell's Kitchen, continued. Discussion of Special Clinton District regulations (time permitting)

NOV 10 - Waterfront & Parks
6:00 p.m.
CB 4 Office, 330 W. 42nd St., 26th floor
1. Discussion: Permitting process for special events in City parks
2. Discussion: Pier structural issues at Chelsea Piers
3. Discussion: DeWitt Clinton Park conditions and 2006 advocacy efforts

NOV 14 - PUBLIC MEETING: EXPANSION PLANS for the JAVITS CONVENTION CENTER (more info)
6:30 p.m.
Theater Row - Clurman Theater 410 W. 42nd St. (b. Ninth / Dyer avs.)

NOV 15 - Health, Housing & Human Services
6:30 p.m.
CB4 Office, 330 W. 42nd St., 26th flr
1. Discussion: Medicare Part D (prescription drug plan)
2. Follow up: Resources related to crystal meth and other "boutique" drugs; information provided by NYC Dept. of Health and Mental Hygiene

NOV 16 - Transportation Planning
6:30 p.m.
CB4 Office, 330 W. 42nd St., 26th flr
1. Discussion: 8th Avenue bike lane
2. Discussion: Dept. of Transportation responsibility for sidewalk complaints received through 311
3. Discussion: Lincoln Tunnel issues
4. Request for "No Parking Any Time" signage in front of The Inn on 23rd, 131 W. 23rd St.
5. Street Activity Permit Applications:
- 9th Avenue International Food Festival, May 20-21, 9th Avenue b. 37th and 57th Streets
- Hell's Kitchen Flea Market, Saturdays and Sundays in 2006, West 39th Street b. 9th and 10th.
- McBurney YMCA, July 1, 6th Avenue b. 14th and 23rd Streets
- Chelsea Reform Democratic Club, September 9, 8th Avenue b. 14th and 23rd Streets
- St. Bernard Church, July 22, 14th Street b. 7th Avenue and 8th Avenue
- Holy Apostle Soup Kitchen, August 12, 23rd Street b. 8th Avenue and 9th Avenue
- 10th Precinct Community Council, May 13, 23rd Street b. 7th Avenue and 8th Avenue
- Congregation Emunath, April 2, 23rd Street b. 7th Avenue and 8th Avenue
- Actors' Temple, July 23, 47th Street b. 8th Avenue and 9th Avenue
- Chelsea Midtown Democrats, May 27, 6th Avenue b. 14th and 23rd Streets
- Chelsea Community Council, April 8, 23rd Street b. 8th Avenue and 9th Avenue
- Chelsea Visiting Neighbors, April 29, 8th Avenue b. 14th Street and 23rd Street
6. Application for Revocable Consent: Bollards and stairs at entrance of Swingtime LLC d/b/a Penthouse Executive Club, 603 West 45th Street
7. Request for a speed bumps on West 43rd Street (b. 8th/9th) near McCaffery Park and on 46th Street (b. 9th/10th) near Hartley House

NOV 21 - Chelsea Preservation & Planning
6:00 p.m.
Hudson Guild Auditorium at Fulton Center - 119 Ninth Av. (b. 17th / 18th)
1. "Clean-up" zoning text amendments related to the newly created Special West Chelsea District.

NOV 21 - PUBLIC MEETING: PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT at the GENERAL THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY (more info)
6:30 p.m.
Hudson Guild Auditorium at Fulton Center - 119 Ninth Av. (b. 17th / 18th)

NOV 28 - Executive Committee
6:15 p.m.
CB 4 Office, 330 W. 42nd St., 26th floor
1. TBA

DEC 7 - FULL BOARD MEETING
6:30 p.m.
Hudson Guild Auditorium at Fulton Center - 119 Ninth Av. (b. 17th / 18th)