How is Vital Brooklyn Funded?
The $1.4 billion plan employs a comprehensive suite of resources funded through the FY 2018 Executive Budget.
$700M for Community-Based Health Care
The investment will establish new health care facilities and increase access to primary care providers and specialists.
$563M for Affordable Housing
The investment will create new afforadble housing options, including rental and homeownership, that are green and healthy.
$140M for Open-Space and Other Programming
The investment will focus on maximizing green space, revitalizing recreation facilities, education & youth development programs & violence prevention.
Timeline for Impementation
2017
By the end of 2017, existing programs in all 8 focus areas will expand into Central Brooklyn, requests for proposals will be released, and participatory design for the first phase of housing and open space projects will be underway.
2018
By the end of 2018, new programs will be launched, recreational capital investment improvements will begin, and contracts will be awarded for new housing developments.
2019
By the end of 2019, the development plan for ambulatory care will be completed and implementation will begin, schoolyard renovations will be completed and open for community use, and construction will be underway at all new housing developments.
