We Hear You, and We’d Love Your Help
(August 2025) SPNA is aware of the recent uptick in drug use and encampments in Stuyvesant Square Park—especially in the East Park—and we’re actively working with city agencies, local officials, and service organizations to find compassionate, effective solutions. While these are complex issues rooted in a lack of housing, healthcare, and support, we remain committed to keeping the park safe and welcoming for everyone, especially our elders, children, and pets.
We ask neighbors not to turn away, but to help. One of the most impactful ways you can support is by reporting activity to 311. Every report helps bring needed attention and resources to our park. You can call 311 or use the links below to report issues anonymously—photos are especially helpful.
📍 Encampments in parks
💉 Drug use
🧹 Debris and illegal dumping
🕰️ Past incidents
You can also reach out directly to your local elected officials and let them know how important park safety is to you and cc: us: spnanyc@gmail.com.
City Council Member Carlina Rivera
📞 212-677-1077 📧 District12@council.nyc.gov
State Assemblymember Harvey Epstein
📞 212-979-9696 📧 epsteinh@nyassembly.gov
State Senator Kristen Gonzalez
📞 718-765-6674 📧 gonzalez@nysenate.gov
Your voice matters. Together, we can support those in need and protect the safety and spirit of our community space.
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Help keep our park and neighborhood safe! Report crime to 911, issues of concern to 311, and reach out to these officers assigned to our part of the city.
Officer Christopher Keeley
917-913-2099
Officer Joseph Cosolito
917-863-6539
For Handling Youth Problems:Officer Philip
929-291-1633
Officer Allison Ohagan
NYC311 Website: Need help or information about New York City? Visit NYC311's website or call 311.
New York City 2nd Council District
Councilwoman Carlina Rivera's district office can be contacted at District2@council.nyc.gov.
Manhattan Community District 6
Go to http://cbsix.org for updates on upcoming Community virtual events and District area projects, including COVID-19 resources. If you need help with or are having issues with city services, call 212-319-3750 or email help@cbsix.org.
Help us keep everyone in our park safe by following NYC Parks' rules below:
NO Littering: Put trash where we all know it belongs - in the trash containers.
NO Destruction of Property: Protect the park as if it belongs to you - it does!
NO Destruction or Abuse of Trees, Plants, and Grass: Respect the park’s plantings; they’re beautiful living things.
NO Abuse of Park Animals: Animals are our friends and neighbors; treat them well.
NO Person shall climb or allow any Animal or Child in their custody to climb any Tree, Fence, Statue or Fountain: Stay off these park features to preserve and protect them - and yourselves!
NO Person shall go upon or allow any Animal or Child in their custody to go upon any Grass plot or any area enclosed by Fencing: Keep our park’s protected spaces looking beautiful.