I applaud your efforts, but know that you're in for the long haul. My daughter's daycare in the Slope was closed down by fire a few years ago and finding alternative space was NIGHTMARISH. Parents looked at over 40 spots all over brownstone bklyn, most of which failed to meet Dept. of Daycare standards (multiple egress, no higher than the 3rd fl, etc.) When we did find a temp alt space, it was shut down by DOH after an anonymous neighborhood complaint.

Thankfully, the school was finally able to reopen in its (renovated) space nearly a year after the fire. I say this not to discourage you and your allies in this cause, but just to let you know that this campaign may take longer than you would hope.

There is something, tho, that I would like to take issue with--the notion that first-come, first-served is an equitable way of doing admissions. It definitely does not favor those whose jobs/ circumstances/proximity to the line do not permit them the flexibility to get there early and wait. Think single parents, entry level workers, etc. Lottery would be a better way...