Brooklyn Street to be Co-Named in Memory of Misaskim Founder R’ Yanky Meyer z”l

Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso recently took the initiative to push for a street to be co-named in honor of Rabbi Yanky Meyer z”l, renowned baal chesed and founder of Misaskim and Hatzalah volunteer. In a letter addressed to Yidel Perlstein, Chairman of Community Board 12, Reynoso advocated for this tribute to commemorate Rabbi Meyer’s extensive contributions to Brooklyn’s Jewish community.

Rabbi Meyer, who passed away in Elul 5782, was a prominent figure known for his unwavering dedication to serving others. He founded Misaskim, provided critical support as a Hatzalah member, and served as a chaplain for both the NYPD and the Port Authority. Whether organizing assistance during major events or working behind the scenes to prevent autopsies according to halacha, Yanky Meyer was always ready to help those in need.

Reynoso’s letter read: “I write to you in hopes that you will join me in recognizing Rabbi Jack (Yanky) Meyer, the founder Of Misaskim, by co-naming a street in Borough Park in honor of his profound legacy. Rabbi Meyer was a leader whose dedication to faith and service can be seen all over Brooklyn and this city. From his founding role in Misaskim, to his support for orphans and widows and his contributions as a member of the Boro Park Hatzolah, Rabbi Meyer was a leader and caretaker for so many Brooklynites. His memory lives on in the devotion and selflessness he has inspired in so many others.”

The letter continued, urging swift action on the proposal. “Beloved by all in Borough Park, Rabbi Meyer’s legacy deserves to be memorialized in our streets, marked by a co-naming so that he and his good deeds can be passed down from generation to generation. I urge you to consider co-naming a street in Community District 12 in honor of Rabbi Meyer, and I hope you will undertake this effort quickly. I look forward to working together to uplift Rabbi Meyer’s memory for all of Brooklyn.”

Rabbi Bernard Freilich expressed his full support for the initiative, emphasizing Rabbi Meyer’s extraordinary service to the community. “A dedicated and selfless leader, Rabbi Jack (Yanky) Meyer was beloved by many in Brooklyn. His legacy of service to our communities, particularly Borough Park, is worthy of every honor, and I commend Borough President Reynoso for seeking to honor Rabbi Meyer with a street co-naming. This memorial will inspire new generations of Brooklynites to follow in Rabbi Meyer’s footsteps and never take for granted the everlasting impact a person can achieve in just one lifetime.”

Indeed, this past week, Community Board 12 convened to vote on the proposal and approved the co-naming of 16th Avenue between 58th and 59th Streets, the block where the NYPD’s 66th Precinct is located in Borough Park. The next step involves forwarding the proposal to the City Council and the Department of Transportation, both of which are anticipated to approve it by a substantial majority.

{Matzav.com}