David Provost

David Provost was born at his family's Pearl Street home, near Fulton Street, in New York City, on January 16, 1670, to David Provost Sr. (1642-1720), one of New Amsterdam's Dutch burghers, and Tryntje "Catherine" (née Laurens) Provost (1650–1707). ==Career==

In 1699, David Provost was appointed Mayor. During his administration, two new market houses were erected, one at Coenties Slip and the other at the foot of Broad Street. A hospital-home for the poor was established. Public street cleaners were hired, and homeowners were directed to pave in front of their houses or face a fine of twenty shillings. In 1699, the firing of guns within New York City was strictly forbidden. A powder-house was ordered to be built for public use, and all persons were prohibited from keeping more than fifty pounds of powder in their house. ==Personal life==

On June 1, 1691, Provost married Helena Byvanck (d. 1698) of Albany. Together, they were the parents of: • Belitje Provost (b. 1692), who married Henry Coens • Catharina Provost (b. 1694), who married Abraham Van Wyck (1695–1756) • David Provost III (b. 1695), who married Johanna Rynders. He died in 1724 and his will was probated on January 27, 1724. ==Legacy==

Provost Avenue in The Bronx, New York is named for him. ==References==