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Wagner Park at night 7-31-2013

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Laughable PR stunt by BPCA PR team

September 11, 2013- In response to BatteryPark.TV’s and resident’s complaints about the deterioration of the parks in the wake of park staff firings, the BPCA’s Dynamic Duo of Misinformation have instructed park staff to do the humiliating job of painting … Continue reading

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9/11 memorial lights

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Exclusive: Picasso Pizza shut down by the health department

Update: February 6, 2012 Picasso is reopened now after what they described as “renovations”. However, the place looks the same. The sign out front even is broken, missing some lights. _____________________________________________________________________   November 21, 2011 The Battery Park City “Broadsheet” … Continue reading

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Would you re-elect Mayor Bloomberg this year if you could?

June 28, 2013- Our previous story about Mayor Bloomberg triggered some interesting responses. With the current polls showing Anthony Weiner in the lead for the 2013 mayoral race, if you could, would you re-elect Mayor Bloomberg? Post your comments below…also … Continue reading

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The reason the DOT was a no-show at the CB1 meeting

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

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Minutes from the BPC CB1 meeting

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

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NYT exposes Bill Thompson’s cronyism while comptroller

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

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Blue Smoke adds fish

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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Photos 8-26-2013

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Why are you running away?

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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Photos 8-24-2013

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Fifth Citi Bike rack added in BPC

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ConEd destroys brand new sidewalk and street in Battery Park

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

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Letter: Our parks are looking bad

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

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Broadsheet publishes more PR for the BPCA that pays them

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

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NY Times makes excellent review of Mayor Bloomberg’s legacy

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…)

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Progress in Battery Park and Pier A plaza

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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Photos 8-16-2013

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