All are invited to attend our Annual Spring Meeting on Thursday, May 28th at Christ Church (326 Clinton Street) from 6-8pm. At this meeting you’ll hear neighborhood updates from the Cobble Hill Association board, as well our local elected officials (or their representatives). Our Spring Meeting is also where we hold elections for new Board members (more below).

If you plan to attend in person, please RSVP so we know how many chairs to set up. We are unlikely to hit capacity for the venue, but if we do, priority will go to members and those who have RSVP’d. 

Is there something specific you would like the CHA to address, we encourage you to email us ahead of time at cha@cobblehill.nyc. 

At the meeting on May 28^th, the Nominating Committee will report the nominations for the CHA Board to the membership, at which time CHA members may make additional nominations from the floor. [CHA bylaws Article 7 Section 3 (d)]. Although anyone who wants to can and should attend the meeting in person, only those members who live within the Cobble Hill Historic District (and are physically present) will be able to vote. Not a member yet? Please consider joining and add your voice to those who care about our community! Unsure if your membership is up to date? Email membership@cobblehill.nyc and we can check for you.

Agenda (TBD)

Candidate Bios

Louis Cox, President

Louis Cox was born and raised in Cobble Hill, where he lives with his wife and daughter along with their two cats. When he was growing up in the neighborhood, his father ran a photography business out of their home while his mother was head chef and owner of Fanfare Catering on Atlantic Avenue.  

Louis has served three years as a member of the Cobble Hill Association board, where he has committed to maintaining the neighborhood by preserving the trees and cleanliness of the streets while organizing community events that bring neighbors together.  He is licensed by the Parks Department to perform street tree maintenance, and has served as the tree planting coordinator for the Cobble Hill Tree Fund: in 2025 he planted 25 street trees while organizing tree care events and educational opportunities.

 When he’s not caring for trees, Louis is a writer and filmmaker.  With a background in filmmaking and writing, his debut feature film, Now Again, was published by The New Yorker. His second feature film, Our Lady of Queens, adapted from a play written by the late Joe Beck and starring Austin Pendleton, premiered at the Chelsea Film Festival.  Always passionate about collaborative expression, Louis has worked as a teaching assistant for cinematography, lighting, and film production courses at The New School in Manhattan, was the film shoot supervisor for pre-teens at the SOCAPA summer arts program, and served as a Juror for the 76th Annual Wabash Valley Exhibition at The Swope Art Museum. He believes in engaging with elected officials and city agencies to advocate for his community and is a serving member of the Brooklyn Democratic County Committee and an elected Judicial Delegate. 

Tom Fry, Treasurer

Tom Fry has lived in Brooklyn for over a decade, first in Fort Greene and in Cobble Hill since 2021, where he and his wife Anu have happily settled into the rhythms of neighborhood life. Tom works as a philanthropic advisor, partnering with foundations, families, and nonprofits to help them build stronger, more impactful organizations. Before focusing on the social sector, he spent 14+ years in finance and investing, and has since served on more than 30 nonprofit boards. Outside of work, Tom enjoys running, yoga, cooking, and travel. Joining the CHA Board feels like a natural next step for Tom, who is eager to roll up his sleeves, work shoulder to shoulder with his neighbors, and deepen his engagement in the community he and Anu are proud to call home.

Directors (3-year term)

Lauren Sandtorv, Director

Born and raised in New York, Lauren has lived in Brooklyn for over a decade and resides in Cobble Hill with her husband and three year old son. She works in leadership in the tech industry, where she focuses on building collaborative teams and developing strategies to drive sustainable revenue growth. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family exploring the neighborhood’s parks, playgrounds, and local food establishments.  Lauren has already served one term as a Director on the CHA board, and is excited to continue contributing her experience in strategic planning and organizational leadership to support the preservation and vitality of the Cobble Hill community. She’s passionate about helping the neighborhood retain its close-knit, community-driven feel amid the pace of city life.

Jessica Renda, Director

Award-winning speaker, top sales professional and a proud Brooklynite. Jessica grew up in Cobble Hill and still lives in the neighborhood. She holds an MBA from Old Dominion University and brings extensive experience across banking, real estate, and grassroots community engagement. She is deeply passionate about fostering healthy communities and engaging in meaningful conversation. She puts family first and never misses a good BBQ with friends.   Jessica looks forward to working with the community and continuing the legacy of Cobble Hill as a close-knit community.  

Dalen Rosa, Director

Dalen Rosa is a lifelong Cobble Hill resident who grew up on Congress Street and now lives on Verandah Place. She is an art advisor who works with contemporary and modern galleries and clients to build meaningful art collections. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Wesleyan University and Master of Arts from New York University. She has been involved with dog park clean ups and has organized donation events for dog shelter supplies in the neighborhood. You can find her in Cobble Hill Park with her dog Rainy, meeting with neighbors to discuss all the neighborhood happenings. She is particularly interested in giving back and helping to shape Cobble Hill and its community for generations to come.