Staten Island meetings address youth needs this week

Staten Island is holding public meetings this week to address youth needs and other community issues. Two of the borough's Community Boards will meet to discuss these topics. On March 25 at 6:30 p.m., a virtual meeting of the Waterfront Committee will take place. There is no specific agenda for this meeting, but residents can check the board's Facebook page for updates and a Zoom link. The Community Board 1 Youth Committee will meet virtually on March 26 at 5:30 p.m. Agnes McBeth will share updates on efforts by District Attorney Michael McMahon's office to support youth. Additionally, Nigel Wyatte from the New York City Center for Interpersonal Development will discuss the agency's work with public schools. An update on a new playground at Morris Intermediate School will also be given. Community Board 2 has no meetings scheduled for this week. However, on March 25 at 7 p.m., a general board meeting will be held at Our Lady Help of Christians R.C. Church in Tottenville. This meeting will cover routine business and local concerns. All Community Board meetings are open to the public, allowing residents to learn about their neighborhoods and express their concerns. Each board covers various areas of Staten Island, and contact information is available for those interested in getting involved.