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As part of a revision of the City Charter, New York City Community Boards were officially established in 1975, but they’ve existed in some form since 1951. Currently there are 59 Boards across the five boroughs. Each one represents a Community District of no more than 250,000 people. There are 12 Boards/Districts in the Bronx; 18 in Brooklyn; 12 in Manhattan; 14 in Queens; and, 3 in Staten Island. Who takes part in Community Boards? Each Board is made up City Council members who serve the district, plus volunteers (up to 50 people who live or work or have some sort of interest in that community). Board members are appointed by the Borough President. City Council members can nominate Board … More >>