Category Archives: State Government

Exclusive: Huge impediment to bike and pedestrian flow possibly removed

Posted on September 13, 2014 by Editor

July 2, 2014- By Steven E. Greer During the July 1st CB1 meeting, pedestrian congestion caused by the increase in tourists was brought up. The discussion then turned to speeding bikes that have to share the esplanade with walkers thanks … Continue reading →

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Dysfunctional LMDC obstructs development at WTC Tower 5

Posted on September 13, 2014 by Editor

September 5, 2014- Downtown Express posted a story about the World Trade Center Tower 5 spot that sits undeveloped just north of the W Hotel. (more…)

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Despite multiple malpractice payouts, doctors often keep practicing

Posted on September 12, 2014 by Editor

Doctor who runs 200 Chambers Urgent Care being investigated by NY Health Department (more…)

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Pier A plans are “A slap in the face to Italian Americans”

Posted on September 2, 2014 by Editor

Update: June 25, 2011 The oyster bar wins It appears as if the BPCA is not backing down on its subversive plans to turn Pier A into a for-profit bar (see below). John Fratta, leading opponent to the bar plan … Continue reading →

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This is the type of drunk that Pier A could bring to BPC

Posted on September 2, 2014 by Editor

https://youtu.be/gwkokdZcHPU August 26, 2014- This is the type of piss drunk derelict that could stumble out of Pier A at 4:00 AM if it is allowed to open with the current proposed liquor license. (more…)

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Will there be a German beer festival next to the Jewish Holocaust Museum?

Posted on September 1, 2014 by Editor

June 6, 2014- By Steven E. Greer, MD With the real possibility that the SLA will allow the Poulakakos team to have the rights to serve beer on the large 5,000 square-foot, BPCA-funded, plaza, under construction now, what will this … Continue reading →

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Did the CB1 break state law when it approved the Pier A liquor license?

Posted on September 1, 2014 by Editor

August 19, 2014- By Steven E. Greer On March 4th, the BPC subcommittee of the CB1 met and voted unanimously to approve the liquor license for the Pier A nightclub. By doing so, the CB1 enabled the (more…)

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California set to ban drones that violate privacy laws

Posted on August 24, 2014 by Editor

https://youtu.be/KsHuECa4qBM August 23, 2014- California has a state bill that would ban the use of drones capturing photos of celebrities and others, in ways that violate current privacy laws. (more…)

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Simply disgraceful: Weeds overrun BPC parks

Posted on August 24, 2014 by Editor

August 13, 2014- There are two marble planters near the West Thames dog run, within the BPC boundaries that for some reason are being treated by the parks conservancy as if they are not BPC property. The weeds are now … Continue reading →

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WSJ explains why Governor’s Island is getting elevated

Posted on August 24, 2014 by Editor

August 20, 2014- The WSJ reported on Governor’s Island and explained its history and why portions of it are being elevated now. (more…)

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Nadler sends letter to Mayor de Blasio to stop tourist helicopters

Posted on August 16, 2014 by Editor

August 8, 2014- By Steven E. Greer Two years ago, when residents affected by the nonstop noise from the tourist helicopters appealed to BatteryPark.TV for help, we began to (more…)

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Tip of the Week: How to dodge jury duty (legally)

Posted on August 16, 2014 by Editor

August 4, 2014- By Steven E. Greer There are ways to postpone jury duty in New York that are not well appreciated. (more…)

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Durst wants more ferry boats

Posted on August 11, 2014 by Editor

August 5, 2014- A real estate news aggregating blog reports that developer Durst, the same man who failed to gain control of (more…)

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The Poulakakos team explains to the judge why they deserve to be open until 4:00 AM

Posted on August 5, 2014 by Editor

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How Asphalt Green eventually opened

Posted on August 4, 2014 by Editor

June 13, 2013- By Steven E. Greer, MD Finally, seven years after the Battery Park City Authority approved the creation of the Asphalt Green community center, it will open this weekend and be nearly 18-months behind schedule. Undoubtedly, on June … Continue reading →

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BPCA throws $7 Million into a money pit, literally

Posted on August 2, 2014 by Editor

July 31, 2014- By Steven E. Greer You have heard of the metaphorical “money pit”. Well, the Battery Park City Authority is throwing money into a money pit, literally, at the parks conservancy building on Battery Place. (more…)

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Contractor for 1 WFC lied to get minority contracts

Posted on August 1, 2014 by Editor

August 1, 1014- The Post reports, “Federal authorities on Thursday charged (more…)

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The second meeting of “Friends of BPC” block association

Posted on July 29, 2014 by Editor

July 18, 2014- The second meeting took place today. We plan to meet again on or before the CB1 meeting on July 29th. (more…)

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Brookfield reopens only detour at ground level

Posted on July 28, 2014 by Editor

Update July 28, 2014- The ground level detour is now opened up again, promptly after BP.TV reported. (more…)

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Preet Bharara goes after another state corruption target

Posted on July 25, 2014 by Editor

July 1, 2014- The Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Preet Bharara, whose office took over Governor Cuomo’s anti-corruption (more…)

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