A new Improvement District can have a significant impact on quality of life issues in Northside, Williamsburg, from public space to public safety.
What is an Improvement
District?
A Business Improvement District (BID) is a nonprofit organization that provides specialized services within a clearly defined geographic area, tailored specifically to the needs identified by local stakeholders. These services are funded through assessments on properties within the district's boundaries.
In Northside Williamsburg, an Improvement District could supplement essential services, such as sanitation and litter removal, parks and open space maintenance, horticultural enhancements, public safety, and business assistance.
A BID is formed through a rigorous planning and ballot process that requires deep engagement and positive support from the majority of property owners within the district - including YOU!
Our Mission
A Northside Improvement District Steering Committee formed in 2023 to lead the BID formation process, which is facilitated by the North Brooklyn Parks Alliance, in partnership with New York City Council Members, Lincoln Restler and Jennifer Gutiérrez.
The Committee’s mission is to create an organization that will promote improved quality of life in the neighborhood, focused on:
Creating a neighborhood that is cleaner, safer and more inviting to all
Supporting the small businesses that are the backbone of our local economy
Improving the quality of public spaces
Take a look at our fee finder page for detailed information about how much different stakeholders would contribute.
You have questions: we have answers
Click the buttons below for the answers to some common questions we’ve heard from our neighbors. We try our best to make accurate information as accessible as possible, but if you find anything confusing, please email us directly at info@improvenorthsidebk.org!
Our FAQ Page includes a detailed overview of the BID formation process as well as links to other sources of accurate information.
BIDs do a ton all around the city! Click above for a comprehensive summary of the streets cleaned, trash cans emptied, graffitis removed, and more that BIDs did in 2024 alone.
This kind of public-private partnership can be confusing, so stay alert and make sure your information is correct!
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