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Testimony by Hector Robertson, Member from Brooklyn Community Board 9 on holistic planning and retaining ULURP

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Hector Robertson, a member of Brooklyn Community Board 9, argues that comprehensive planning must encompass broader issues like education, transit, and public safety, not just land use, and criticizes current development for often ignoring community needs. He strongly defends keeping the ULURP process to ensure communities retain a voice in shaping development appropriate for their neighborhoods.

  • Robertson emphasizes a holistic view of comprehensive planning.
  • He asserts that current luxury development often doesn't serve existing Crown Heights residents.
  • He believes ULURP is essential for community input and should not be weakened or bypassed.
  • He opposes shifting decision-making power away from the community level.