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Montefiore/Einstein East Campus pavilion previewed to Community Board 11; no formal vote requested
Summary
Representatives and elected officials updated Community Board 11 on early planning for the Montefiore Einstein East Campus pavilion project; members said the project will return for further engagement and noted the proposed building height has been reduced from an earlier proposal.
Community Board 11 members reported an informational presentation regarding the Montefiore Einstein East Campus pavilion during the Oct. 24 meeting; the presentation was framed as an early outreach and no formal board action was requested at this time.
Attendees said project representatives and elected officials briefed the board about the scope and timeline and that the initial, larger height proposal had been reduced after outreach and feedback. Board members praised the early notice and said they expect more detailed plans — including renderings and planning materials — to be provided when the project returns to the board for formal review or for a requested letter of support.
Members asked for follow-up sessions, and staff said they will coordinate a Q&A with a Department of Buildings representative during business hours to address technical questions, since DOB indicated it cannot meet after hours. The board advised residents who missed the presentation to watch the recording posted on YouTube for more detail and renderings.
No motion or vote was taken; board members said the project is anticipated to return when formal land-use approvals or requests for board support are imminent.
