Community Board 4 backs P.S. 11’s Open Streets application

Oct 22, 2026

After DOT explained the Open Streets program and said P.S. 11’s application was approved with an expedited notification, the committee voted to support the school’s request to maintain its street closure for daily arrival, dismissal and outdoor learning.

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DOT public-realm staff explained that the Open Streets program became permanent after City Council legislation in 2021 and program rules adopted in 2024; DOT said it had reviewed P.S. 11’s application and issued a 14-day notification waiver to expedite approval.

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