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Category Archives: State Government
Bombshell: The BPCA gives $500K to Manhattan Youth
(Center, Bob Townley who runs Manhattan Youth, From Clockwise: Former Chairman of the BPCA, Bill Thompson, Former President/CEO of the BPCA, Gayle Horwitz, BPCA senior executive Anne Fenton, Community Board 1 Chair, Katherine McVay Hughes, State Senator Daniel Squadron, Community … Continue reading
NID-tax in zombie status
June 25, 2013- With the passage in the state legislature of the amendment to the Hudson River Park Trust Act that allows revenue to be raised via the sale of air rights, the fate of the alternative revenue raising plan, … Continue reading
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Paul Hovitz doubles down on Sheldon Silver
June 25, 2013- At the CB1 meeting tonight, Paul Hovitz made a public comment profusely praising Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver and begged the community to remember all the positives he has done for the community. This was in response to … Continue reading
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The NID-tax seems dead with passage of bill to allow sale of HRPT air rights
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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BPCA shows no enthusiasm for West Thames bridge
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
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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Hudson River Park Trust should be converted into an “authority” like the BPCA
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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Friend of Sheldon Silver gets mysterious state job gigs
May 30, 2013- The NY Post is reporting, “A former state assemblywoman and close ally of Speaker Sheldon Silver has quietly left her cushy job at the state Education Department for an even higher-paying one in state Family Court. Janele … Continue reading
Important issues Downtown approved without community input
May 9, 2013- By Steven E. Greer Battery Park City residents will now be forced to endure weeks of the latest “outdoor art” chosen by the Brookfield Properties art guru, Debra Simon. The hideous steal cargo ship containers are smack-dab … Continue reading
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Port authority and City Spar Over Escalating World Trade Center Expenses
If you thought the construction progress at the new World Trade Centers and 9/11 memorial was stalling, you were correct. After duct taping together the 9/11 Memorial to meet the deadline of the tenth anniversary opening, the whole site has … Continue reading
City wants BPCA to pay for West Thames bridge cost overruns
Update April 18, 2013- The BPCA board met on the 16th and voted to fund for a $2 Million design of the West Thames bridge. Currently, the bridge is a very speculative idea with no real architectural plans. Therefore, estimated … Continue reading
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Does Asphalt Green deserve your trust, again?
April 14, 2013– Essay by Steven E. Greer, MD They’re baaaack. Asphalt Green is claiming to be in business once again, accepting memberships for summer camp and gym memberships. More than 1,700 families and 3,000 individuals of Downtown were burned … Continue reading
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Another resolution, more conflicts of interest at Tribeca CB1
April 12, 2013 By Steven E. Greer, MD The issue of possible conflicts of interest amongst Tribeca CB1 board members was discussed last month during contentious debates over the proposed Hudson River Park tax (i.e. The NID Tax). Key voting … Continue reading
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The CB1 makes a grab for BPCA treasure chest to fund Pier 40
April 10, 2013– The Tribeca Cb1 passed the follow general resolution in support of the Hudson River Park. There s no mention of an NID Tax or call for Albany to allow for bonds to be issued. (In the comments … Continue reading
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Should the public school waitlists be a random lottery?
April 11, 2013 By Steven E. Greer, MD One of the most concerning issues to parents Downtown is the growing problem of classroom (more…)
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Poulakakos group discusses party boat plans for Pier A
April 9, 2013- Since last presenting their plans for developing Pier A more than a year ago, the Poulakakos group has now made it known that they intend to offer some sort of dinner or party boat cruise that would … Continue reading
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Little League opening day attracts the unworthy taking credit
Opinion April 7, 2013 (updated 6:23 PM) The ballfields were opened this morning and Little League was able to commence the season on schedule. Showing up for the photo-op, like flies to honey, were every imaginable elected official. Even some … Continue reading
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Latest arrests of State Assemblyman seem familiar
April 5, 2013- The latest in several arrests of New York State Assemblymen by federal prosecutors were made over allegations of the elected officials accepting bribes in exchange for helping prevent new competition to a community center. If that sounds … Continue reading
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The sound and the fury: Route 9 DOT beeping at 4:00 AM
Update March 26, 2013 By Steven E Greer BatteryPark.TV remained in communication with the DOT regarding the unbearable construction noise on the West Side Highway at the Battery Park underpass. Although the DOT had made good efforts, and switched out … Continue reading
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No elected officials turn out for yet another Manhattan Youth fundraiser
March 7, 2013 Bob Townley’s Manhattan Youth center has been incessantly bombarding residents with email solicitations to raise money for his center, claiming that the Hurricane Sandy damage was not covered under insurance. He hosted a fundraiser on February 28th, … Continue reading
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