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PUBLIC TESTIMONY

Testimony by Mark Diller, District Manager of Manhattan Community Board 2

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      Mark Diller, District Manager of Manhattan Community Board 2, testifies about the challenges faced by community boards, particularly regarding increased responsibilities and the need for more funding. He emphasizes the difficulties in managing hybrid meetings and the strain on resources due to new expectations post-COVID.

      • Highlights the high volume of outdoor dining applications (20-25 per week) that community boards must process
      • Discusses the technical and logistical challenges of conducting hybrid meetings to meet public engagement expectations
      • Emphasizes the need for increased funding to support community boards' role in local democracy