NYPD’s New Office Plans Spark Traffic and Parking Concerns in Queens Neighborhoods

The City Planning Commission’s recent public meeting addressed the impact of proposed NYPD office acquisitions at 9777 and 9525 Queens Boulevard on local traffic and parking. The NYPD’s Internal Affairs Bureau and Queens North Traffic Enforcement Division aim to secure new office spaces to alleviate overcrowding in their current facilities.

Proposed locations include 9777 Queens Boulevard, where the Internal Affairs Bureau plans to operate between 45 and 60 personnel in shifts, and 9525 Queens Boulevard, which will house the traffic enforcement unit with roughly 232 staff members working various shifts. Both offices will operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with most staff expected to work typical hours during the weekdays (Source: https://youtu.be/fX9Sjx-5ZF0&t=730).

Concerns were raised regarding traffic and parking impacts on the surrounding neighborhoods. However, officials indicated that the projects would not significantly burden local parking resources. At 9777 Queens Boulevard, the NYPD plans to establish eight dedicated parking spaces for its vehicles, accessible via 64th Road, while emphasizing that these will not include personnel’s personal vehicles. The surrounding area offers robust access to public transportation, and officials predict minimal reliance on street parking, with most officers expected to use public transit (Source: https://youtu.be/fX9Sjx-5ZF0&t=824).

Similarly, at the 9525 Queens Boulevard location, the NYPD will utilize approximately 58 dedicated ground-level parking spaces with 24-hour access. The traffic enforcement division will also benefit from easy connections to major thoroughfares in Queens, helping to preserve the area’s residential character (Source: https://youtu.be/P2KxZ_IezmY&t=13480).

The commission noted the importance of these office spaces in supporting law enforcement operations without adversely affecting local traffic or parking availability. As relocation efforts proceed, both departments aim to integrate smoothly into the community, enhancing their operational capabilities while remaining considerate of neighborhood dynamics (Source: https://youtu.be/P2KxZ_IezmY&t=13511).