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Red Hook library battle tests space for dancers plan
Community Board 6 meeting on July 24 debated a Brooklyn Public Library Spaceworks proposal to convert underused book area into long term rehearsal and studio space charging $12 per hour. Local officials and residents pressed for library needs while questioning funding and access.
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Community Board 6
CB6
Brooklyn Public Library
BPL
Spaceworks
Velmanette Montgomery
Carlos Menchaca
Felix Ortiz
Josh Levin
NYC Comptroller’s Office
Dan Wiley
Nydia
Red Hook
New York City