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September 4, 2013- By Steven E. Greer The September 3rd BPC CB1 meeting was supposed to feature the City DOT plans for altering and improving South End Avenue and West Thames crossings. However, the DOT architects did not show up, … Continue reading →

September 3, 2013- By Steven E. Greer At the monthly BPC subcommittee of the CB1 tonight, more residents than usual attended. The City DOT was scheduled to present final plans to improve the streets, but canceled at the last minute. … Continue reading →

August 31, 2013- BatteryPark.TV previously reported on the reasons for former BPCA Chairman Bill Thompson suddenly resigning. It seems that he was cutting lucrative deals with the big real estate owners in Battery Park City (BPC) in exchange for campaign … Continue reading →

A rotating variety of fish is now on the menu at Blue Smoke. In addition to the healthy smoked chicken, the menu is now much more conducive to weekly dining. (more…)

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August 27, 2013- We previously reported that BPCA executives convened staff meetings to discuss the media reports and rumors surrounding the abrupt resignation of former president Boutris. Sources told us that the meeting took place at the parks conservancy headquarters. … Continue reading →

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Update August 21, 2013- After three months of work, the new gas fittings are completed. Left standing is this new mystery monolith, like 2001 a Space Odyssey. May 18, 2013- We asked the crew contracted by ConEd why they are … Continue reading →

August 12, 2013 Dear Ms. Fenton, and Mr. Monahan: Since my common charges are no longer being used to maintain the common areas of Battery Park City, I was wondering if there will be a credit passed along to the … Continue reading →

August 19, 2013- By Steven E. Greer BatteryPark.TV has previously reported on the financial conflicts of interest created by the Broadsheet accepting tens of thousands of dollars from the Battery Park City Authority. In the wake of the surprise announcement … Continue reading →

August 18, 2013- BatteryPark.TV has previously expressed the opinion that Mayor Bloomberg, while certainly flawed, has championed important changes to the city. The NY Times is reporting on his legacy as well. (more…)

August 14, 2013- The slow progress with the Battery Park Conservancy redesign of the 25 acres is making slow progress. ConEd is the rate limiting step for the northern section that will connect the Hudson River Park bike path through … Continue reading →

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August 16, 2013- By Steven E. Greer BatteryPark.TV has previously reported on the problem of the BPCA-paid PEP officers still refusing to patrol the West Thames park due to turf battles with the Hudson River Park Trust. In addition, the … Continue reading →

https://youtu.be/HBX3fwxZ7XE May 30, 2013- At a recent board meeting of the BPCA, Chairman Dennis Mehiel announced the formation a compensation committee to more thoroughly scrutinize staff salaries. This comes in the wake of BatteryPark.TV reporting on the inexplicable 45% increase … Continue reading →

August 15, 2013- Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group announced that star chef of The Modern, Gabriel Kreuther is leaving to form his own restaurant next year. (more…)

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August 9, 2013- By Steven E. Greer, MD In the annual report and request for budget (Page 23), the Community Board 1 is requesting from the city that the Clinton Castle within Battery Park be converted into a performing arts … Continue reading →

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