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The Goldman Alley Summer Solstice shindig

Posted on June 22, 2013 by Editor

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A new place for sunbathing and Frisbee Downtown

Posted on June 22, 2013 by Editor

May 25, 2013- The West Thames grass field opened today, after repairs were made to install a drainage system. The public can now use it for sunbathing and light recreational activities (see photos below). (more…)

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Circus Arts at Asphalt Green

Posted on June 22, 2013 by Editor

June 17, 2013- By Christina Klapper of Asphalt Green InShape Circus offers classes for the whole family using traditional circus arts like static trapeze, silks, tumbling, acrobatics and more. InShape Circus helps create a personalized and unique environment that allows … Continue reading →

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The NID-tax seems dead with passage of bill to allow sale of HRPT air rights

Posted on June 22, 2013 by Editor

June 21, 2013- The NID-tax seems dead with passage of bill to allow sale of HRPT air rights to fund the park. This is a defeat for CB1’s Katherine McVay Hughes, Peter Braus, and Bob Townley. Real estate mogul Douglas … Continue reading →

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Photos 6-21-2013

Posted on June 22, 2013 by Editor

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BPCA shows no enthusiasm for West Thames bridge

Posted on June 22, 2013 by Editor

Update June 18, 2013- By Steven Greer The BPCA met today. The West Thames bridge was downplayed once again by the BPCA, with Chairman Mehiel only saying, “Nothing new to report….we’ll see how that goes” May 24, 2013– By Steven … Continue reading →

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A deep dive into State Assembly Bill A8031 amending the HRPT act of 1998

Posted on June 21, 2013 by Editor

November 14, 2013- Governor Cuomo finally signed A8031. The Villager reports, “On the same day that around 200 Lower West Side residents gathered to discuss their fears about a bill that would allow the transfer and sale of Hudson River … Continue reading →

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Photos of the Week 6-17-2013

Posted on June 19, 2013 by Editor

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Asphalt Green angers some ardent supporters

Posted on June 19, 2013 by Editor

June 16, 2013- By Steven E. Greer, MD BatteryPark.TV previously reported in detail the complex political infighting that caused the former BPCA administration to intentionally stall the opening of the Asphalt Green community center. One reason that the malfeasance stopped … Continue reading →

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Will the BPCA be insured for the next hurricane?

Posted on June 18, 2013 by Editor

June 18, 2013- By Steven E. Greer At the June 18th BPCA board meeting, a lengthy discussing ensued about whether the authority would be properly insured for the next storm flood, and how much insurance should be purchased. Interestingly, after … Continue reading →

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Summary of the BPCA meeting 6-18-2013

Posted on June 18, 2013 by Editor

June 18, 2013- By Steven Greer The BPCA meeting this morning proceeded once again in secretive fashion, with no details of the agenda being posted ahead of the meeting. Chairman Dennis Mehiel began by announcing the opening of Asphalt Green, … Continue reading →

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Letter: Lower Manhattan Democrats club often violent while campaigning

Posted on June 17, 2013 by Editor

Letter: June 15, 2013– By Westider (In response to our story The Robin Forst gorilla campaign) The woman volunteer trying to attack the camera is Eli Hausknecht, live-in girlfriend of the male volunteer you referenced but who is not shown … Continue reading →

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The entire apartment building at 22 River Terrace for sale

Posted on June 17, 2013 by Editor

June 13, 2013- the Real Estate Weekly is reporting, “Cushman & Wakefield has been appointed to sell 22 River Terrace, a luxury residential building at the convergence of Battery Park City’s north neighborhood and Tribeca.” Editor’s note: We believe that … Continue reading →

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Road trip: Eataly

Posted on June 17, 2013 by Editor

Brookfield Place is trying to make something like Midtown’s Eataly. Let’s hope they succeed. (more…)

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Give us your impressions of Asphalt Green

Posted on June 16, 2013 by Editor

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Hudson River Park Trust should be converted into an “authority” like the BPCA

Posted on June 16, 2013 by Editor

Update March 20, 2013 In response to our essay, below, politicians got off the fence and have decidedly spoken out against allowing residential building within the Hudson River Park. According to local news, “Assemblymember Richard Gottfried, who the only local … Continue reading →

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Photos 3-30-2013

Posted on June 16, 2013 by Editor

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Photos 4-7-2013

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It’s official. Asphalt Green is now open.

Posted on June 15, 2013 by Editor

June 15, 2013- By Steven E. Greer, MD It’s official. Asphalt Green is now open, and it is probably the biggest and best constructed community center int he country. The facility opened with ample interest from the community. (more…)

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Police and Irish Memorials both neglected

Posted on June 15, 2013 by Editor

June 4, 2013- By Steven E. Greer The pumps for the waterfalls in the Police Memorial and Waterfall Pond are still not activated. This has turned the Police Memorial into a neglected property that now collects junk and debris where … Continue reading →

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