Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson announced Friday a nearly $300,000 investment in security upgrades at the Teller Avenue/166th Street NYCHA development in Concourse Village.
The check will go towards investments in new closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras, LED lighting system and other security measures aimed at minimizing crime and helping residents feel safer in their homes.
Gibson joined Council Member Althea Stevens and Assembly Member Landon Dais along with public housing advocates to unveil the public safety funding.
“These investments in security enhancements are not just about infrastructure—they’re about restoring trust, creating safer spaces, and ensuring every NYCHA resident feels secure in their home and community,” Gibson said.
Stevens (D-16), who represents the West Bronx district encompassing the NYCHA development, said that communities in the Bronx should feel safe in their own homes.
“This investment in NYCHA is a step toward building trust, protecting our neighbors, and uplifting the voices of residents who have long demanded safer conditions,” said Council Member Stevens. “True public safety means investing in people, prevention, and the promise of a better Bronx for everyone.”
Dais (D-77) thanked the borough president for allocating funds that will improve safety and piece of mind for NYCHA residents in his district.
“Her leadership in securing critical funding for security upgrades at Teller Avenue/166th Street is an essential step toward deterring crime and enhancing the quality of life for NYCHA residents in our community,” said Dais. “This echoes the collective commitment to fostering safer, more secure neighborhoods throughout the Bronx.”
