Apr 18, 2019 | Pay to Play
As the New York Times pours over the Muller Report, New Yorkers have a second copy-toner killer in their midst. A heavily redacted report released by the Department of Investigation into Mayor de Blasio’s illegal handing of donations from developers under the...
Apr 18, 2019 | #isitsafe, #votersagainstsupertalls, 200 Amsterdam, Dept. of Buildings
Despite court orders, and split decisions, well – covered – by – the – media, SJP Properties continues to build at 200 Amsterdam regardless of the illegality of their work. Neighbors, electeds and advocates even recently held a rally (video...
Apr 8, 2019 | #votersagainstsupertalls, Advocacy, CENTRAL dARK, Dept. of City Planning
On Wednesday, the Department of City Planning is expected to vote on their proposal to close the voids loophole exploited by developers. The vote, more than four months overdue by their own schedule, is the next step forward, after a March 13th hearing and a review...
Apr 4, 2019 | #isitsafe, #votersagainstsupertalls
There are many questions we get on a daily basis in emails, calls, and drop ins, but a question arriving with greater regularity is “is it safe?”. A fair question, and one worth asking. While development spurs strong response, and leaves some residents...
Mar 19, 2019 | #votersagainstsupertalls, 200 Amsterdam
In a happy occurrence, the Courts have chosen to uphold the law and directed the New York City Board of Standards and Appeals to essentially “fix it”. Previously, the BSA has upheld the prepared findings it stated at the onset of their initial hearing on...
