Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What are the borders of Boerum Hill?

A: Schermerhorn Street to Warren Street and Court Street to Fourth Avenue. (map)

Q: How do I join the Boerum Hill Association?

Just click here!. Thank you for your support!

Q: Where do I get those plastic “No Menu” signs?

A: They are 2/$5 at Tony’s Hardware on Smith Street.

Q: How about those “Sorry for blocking your car, neighbor” dashboard placards?

A: Please download and print out the BHA Parking Placard. These placards are convenient and courteous to your neighbor if you choose to double-park, but carry no legal weight. You assume all responsibility for following applicable traffic laws.

Q: Who are our elected officials? How do I contact them?

A: Please see our Elected Officials page.

Q: There’s a real problem with littering/drugs/noise/parking on my block. Who do I talk to at the police department about this?

A: Call the 84th Precinct Community Affairs Hotline at 718-875-6850.

Q: Is the BHA a 501(c)(3) organization?

A: The Boerum Hill Association is registered as a non-profit corporation in New York State but we are not a 501(c)(3) organization.

Q: How can I get involved?

A: Glad you asked! Want to work on Atlantic Yards? Improving our schools? Getting a bike lane? Improving our post office? Just contact us and we’d be happy to talk to you about how you can make a real impact in your community.

Q: I don’t see my question here!

A: Ask us directly!