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Community Board 12-Manhattan Asks Court to Hear Community Voice in Riverside Drive Viaduct Litigation
CB12M filed a reply in support of its motion to submit an amicus brief in the contract dispute over the long-delayed Riverside Drive Viaduct rehabilitation, asking the Court to consider the delay's toll on residents.
Read the story →- Position StatementOctober 2, 2026
Community Board 12-Manhattan Urges City to Pause Modular Bathroom at Plaza Alianza Dominicana
The Board supports more public restrooms but cites a lack of community input, accessibility gaps, and vague maintenance plans in asking the City to pause the October 15 installation.
AnnouncementSeptember 30, 2026Take Our Community Survey: Tell Us What Matters to You
What do you love about Washington Heights and Inwood, and what would you change? Take our quick, anonymous survey so we can advocate for what matters most to you.
Position StatementSeptember 21, 2026Community Board 12-Manhattan Comments on City Proposals
CB12M submitted two comment letters to the City this past week: one on proposed rules restricting certain chemicals in personal care products, and one on the draft Fair Housing Growth Strategy.
- Position StatementSeptember 16, 2026
Statement of the Board: Comment on BSA’s Decision to Approve Zeta’s Special Permit Application
Community Board 12-Manhattan is deeply disappointed in the Board of Standards and Appeals’ decision to grant Zeta Charter School a special permit for a high school at 181st Street and Broadway.
Position StatementSeptember 8, 2026CB12M Files Amicus Brief in Legal Proceedings Involving Riverside Viaduct
Community Board 12-Manhattan took the unprecedented step of filing an amicus brief in the case between NYC DOT and Judlau over the halted Riverside Drive rehabilitation.
Event RecapAugust 25, 2026CB12M and Ponce Bank Host “Cafecito, Commerce & Connections” for Local Small Businesses
CB12M’s Business Development Committee partnered with Ponce Bank on August 18 to connect local small-business owners with the bank and other local services, with speakers from government agencies sharing the resources available to them.
Position StatementAugust 15, 2026Statement by Chairperson Anthony Viola, Community Board 12-Manhattan, Regarding Recent Events in Inwood
Chairperson Anthony Viola’s statement on the events of August 9, 2026 in Inwood, and the Board’s work with elected officials and City agencies to prevent a repeat.
Event RecapAugust 1, 2026CB12M Tables at Classical Theatre of Harlem’s Uptown Shakespeare in the Park
CB12M members met theatergoers at a Board table in Marcus Garvey Park on July 25 before the Classical Theatre of Harlem’s free outdoor production of Othello.
Event RecapJune 25, 2026CB12M Hosts Meet the Board Mixer; Enters Summer Break
CB12M closed its spring term with a Meet the Board mixer at Fort Washington Public House on June 25, welcoming dozens of residents and its 16 new members before the summer break.
Event RecapJune 22, 2026CB12M Partners with Parents Supporting Parents New York for Juneteenth Block Party
CB12M partnered with Parents Supporting Parents New York for the inaugural Stolen Children’s Month Juneteenth Block Party on 163rd Street, drawing over 300 community members on June 20.
Event RecapJune 12, 2026CB12M Co-Hosts Senior Safety and Wellness Fair with Manhattan District Attorney’s Office
The annual Senior Safety and Wellness Fair on June 12 drew more than 100 seniors and 20 organizations, with health screenings, fresh produce from City Harvest, a shred truck, and a Tai Chi demo.
AnnouncementJune 12, 2026CB12M Welcomes 16 New Members
The Manhattan Borough President has appointed 16 new members to CB12M, with terms running through spring 2028 — a class that includes three architects, two community-organization founders, and a high school student.
RecognitionMay 26, 2026CB12M Hosts Event Celebrating Mothers in the District
CB12M held a Mother’s Day celebration on May 23 at Bocadito’s in Inwood, honoring more than 50 community members with food, a raffle, and a rose for each attendee.
Event RecapMay 7, 2026Upper Manhattan’s Voice: CB12M Passes 23 Resolutions in a Busy April
CB12M passed 23 resolutions on April 28, covering land use, parks funding, civic education, and federal housing policy.
Event RecapApril 27, 2026CB12M Visits The Shabazz Center as Part of Uptown Tours Series
As the first stop in its 2026 Uptown Tours series, CB12M members visited The Shabazz Center on 165th Street and Broadway, hosted by Dr. Ilyasah Shabazz.
Public HearingApril 3, 2026CB12M Holds Public Hearing on Charter Schools
More than 100 community members attended CB12M’s first public hearing of 2026 on March 31, voicing mixed views on charter schools in Washington Heights and Inwood.
RecognitionMarch 9, 2026CB12M Celebrates Launch of Morris-Jumel Mansion’s $10 Million Restoration
CB12M joined the March 9 celebration launching the $10 million restoration of Morris-Jumel Mansion, the oldest standing house in Manhattan.
Position StatementMarch 1, 2026CB12M Passes Unanimous Resolution Calling on Port Authority to Reopen Dolphin Park
CB12M unanimously passed a resolution calling on the Port Authority to reopen Dolphin Park in Washington Heights, citing the agency’s commitment to a Spring 2026 reopening.
AnnouncementFebruary 15, 2026CB12M Hosts First Recruitment Event Ahead of Application Deadline
CB12M hosted its first recruitment event on February 12 at Fito NYC, drawing more than 30 residents ahead of the February 27 community board application deadline.
AnnouncementFebruary 9, 2026Committees Move to Virtual Setting for Second Week of February
Citing the Governor’s State of Emergency and winter weather, three CB12M committees will meet remotely during the second week of February 2026.
AnnouncementFebruary 1, 2026Committees Move to Virtual Setting for First Week of February
Citing the Governor’s State of Emergency and winter weather, six CB12M committees will meet remotely during the first week of February 2026.
Event RecapJanuary 30, 2026CB12M Passes Resolutions Regarding Education, Parks, Health, and Traffic
At its January 27 general meeting, CB12M passed 20 resolutions spanning education, parks, health, and traffic — including AI policy in schools and the reopening of Dolphin Park.
AnnouncementJanuary 28, 2026New MTA Customer Service Center at 168th Street Brings OMNY Support to Washington Heights
The MTA’s 168th Street Customer Service Center now offers OMNY support in Washington Heights, with free OMNY cards for the first 400 customers who transfer their MetroCard balances.
AnnouncementJanuary 23, 2026Manhattan Borough President Opens 2026 Community Board Applications
The Manhattan Borough President’s Office is accepting applications to serve on CB12M through 5:00 PM on Friday, February 27, 2026.
AnnouncementJanuary 16, 2026SLA Meets with CB12M Licensing Committee to Strengthen Ongoing Partnership
CB12M’s Licensing Committee hosted New York State Liquor Authority representatives at its January 15 meeting and announced a forthcoming Licensing Manual.
RecognitionJanuary 10, 2026Inwood Neighbors Rally to Help Dog Walker Recover Lost Rent Money
After JJ Cerillo lost $300 in rent money at an Inwood bagel shop, her neighbors rallied within 24 hours to replace the full amount.
AnnouncementJanuary 1, 2026CB12M Welcomes Changes in Leadership for 2026
CB12M elected Anthony Viola as Chairperson and a new slate of officers for 2026, and voted to hire Kiana Diaz as District Manager, succeeding Ebenezer Smith after 18 years.