This entire chain of comments is interesting. While I don't doubt that many feel compassion when it comes to this man, I also agree with those who have asked "why is this ok?". Why is it ok to have an article about it? Why is it ok for him to be there for years? And I'd ask all of those who are call themselves feeling compassion and trying to help him, if he was a Black homeless man, would you feel the same way? Before you accuse me of making this about race, let me be clear - I am. Because it is really sad that even when it comes to unhoused individuals, there is privilege. There is no way that a Black homeless man would be allowed to stay there for 6 days, let alone 6 or 16 years. And to "SF" who made the ignorant comments about the Biden administration and immigrants, try to be more serious. — Intrigued on Nosy Neighbor: Who is the man who lives full time on Reade Street?

I strongly disagree with the decision to publish this article. A vulnerable person isn't a neighborhood curiosity. This started as a conversation between two friends — "Do you know anything about this guy?" "I don't, you should go ask him yourself" — that should have stayed private. Tribeca Citizen also chose not to speak with Johannes directly, describing him in advance as "clearly unstable." That's a dehumanizing assumption to make about anyone. I'm also curious whether Johannes consented to having his name, photograph, and personal details published. When Sonia was chatting with him, did she mention it was for an article, or did he think he was just talking to a friendly neighbor? (And if he's assumed to be "clearly unstable", is it reasonable to assume he could give meaningful consent?) Some of the comments are gross. I'd genuinely like to know what purpose Tribeca Citizen thinks this article serves. — ReaderOnDuane on Nosy Neighbor: Who is the man who lives full time on Reade Street?

Yikes...this is a selfish and heartless take. He keeps his area clean, he doesn't bother anyone, and is not asking for anything from you. He doesn't create any more of a rat issue than the odd tourist dropping food on the street and can't be adding more than a few extra dollars in electricity costs. I live on this street too and it has never once bothered me. Regardless of what WE think is best for him, he deserves to have his own agency. No one is romanticizing -- just discussing the reality of who he is and how he lives. — GD on Nosy Neighbor: Who is the man who lives full time on Reade Street?

You have to imagine they've been working on the details and sourcing material and contractors behind the scenes for a while if they're going to break ground by Spring. I think Silverstein has been in talks with Amex since 2024 or earlier, so this announcement just seems like the culmination of that. Since the foundation is already in place, we should start to see vertical ascent pretty quickly. As much as I like funky street art, I cannot wait to see the stump go. Great news all around. Thirty years to rebuild ... — malcolm on 2 World Trade Center will be developed for American Express

fascinating story. thanks! — madeline c lanciani on Books of Tribeca: Future Boy: Back to the Future and My Journey Through the Space-Time Continuum

Relieved that kindness prevailed and coyote was released to a natural habitat. — Alexandra Simmonds on Seen & Heard: Coyote is released to state land

Well, nearly four years later, apparently the place went to the dogs... — Scott on First Impressions: The Tin Building

It doesn't sound like you are being facetious, quite the opposite. You come across as I imagine you intended - opinionated by way of over-generalizing, uncaring and selfish. Thanks for sharing. — Nerd Pete on Nosy Neighbor: Who is the man who lives full time on Reade Street?

I’ve spoken with him many times over the years. The story he told me was that he was from The Netherlands, outside of Amsterdam. Something about losing his passport so unable to go home. Also something about legal issues which was a very complicated story. He was hoping things would resolve soon and he could go home. That was 4 years ago. I’m not sure if any of what he told me was based in reality. I’ve offered food, hand warmers, and to help him get permanent housing. He doesn’t want the assistance. — S on Nosy Neighbor: Who is the man who lives full time on Reade Street?

As announced by the New York Governor: https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-hochul-announces-new-american-express-global-headquarters-2-world-trade-center — JPL on Seen & Heard: Coyote is released to state land

Great news. Ilya has been cutting my hair for 20 years. He is the best! — Raphael on Ilya’s, aka Leo’s, has opened on Worth and Broadway

The administration isn't "blowing past it", they filed a new Fair Share Statement which you could have found very easily via Google. It even says as much in the Gothamist article you linked. Read closely! — Mike Oxlong on The city will open the shelter next to Peck Slip School

Another bit of neighborhood-ish news: Amex has finally agreed to be the owner and tenant of 2WTC and construction should apparently start this Spring. — malcolm on Seen & Heard: Coyote is released to state land

Agree. He obviously has mental health issues and needs intervention. This only ends one way. When the unfortunate happens, everyone will say "why didn't someone do something"? Look no further than our current government which will continue to allow this type of behavior to flourish - to the detriment of the humans involved, the neighborhood and the broader community. No one is winning here. — Downtown Dad Reborn on Nosy Neighbor: Who is the man who lives full time on Reade Street?

Definitely agree with G! They were great and noticeably did even better than last time with the corners of the blocks etc! — Tribeca Local on Blizzard takes Tribeca

Way too big of a space and the prices were very high for what it was. I think it would have worked in a smaller location for sure, needs more mass appeal to fill a space like that (i.e. italian, etc) or be a larger Tavern/pub . — Kman on Goa on Leonard has closed?

There was a proposal for this from the last borough president: https://tribecacitizen.com/2023/09/21/borough-president-proposes-tearing-down-fdr-drive-in-fidi/ — Tribeca Citizen on The Tin Building is closing to become…Balloon Museum

https://www.nytimes.com/2022/12/14/arts/design/con-artist-adam-himebauch.html An old joke. — J on The Tin Building is closing to become…Balloon Museum

I think this is a fantastic idea. It will bring so many people to the waterfront to not only experience this awesome concept which I visited in Dallas, but it will allow families to have a great time and explore the cool things within this museum chain. It will be fantastic! — Esther on The Tin Building is closing to become…Balloon Museum

Must you people politicize everything? — JimboInBigD on Nosy Neighbor: Who is the man who lives full time on Reade Street?

Speaking of museum, anyone have any idea about this nyc moca window display at 79 walker street? It claims that New York City museum of contemporary art is building a few blocks away in Tribeca. There is a rendering of a glass building sandwiched between two cast iron buildings. Anyone know where it is and what exact is this nyc moca https://www.nycmoca.com/ — sean on The Tin Building is closing to become…Balloon Museum

The entire area near the Tin Building is full of Mice and Rats. I sat in a Restaurant outside and watched. The Tin Room Building is so expensive anyway. Replacing it with another High priced Venue that few will attend is a Great idea???? Right! Why not run a shuttle bus from the subway??? — Sarina on The Tin Building is closing to become…Balloon Museum

he should at the very least be given accommodations like illegals who came in via Biden Admin have been given, (William and Wall Migrant hotel and cash cards) or, is it that if he didn't come via the cartels with Biden Admin he doesn't qualify ? It may sound like I'm being facetious but I'm not. — SF on Nosy Neighbor: Who is the man who lives full time on Reade Street?

Ah, yes,... a balloon museum! Such a benefit to the community that will be! Why didn't anyone think of it sooner? I can see the money rolling right in from that. Stand back, everyone. — Alex in NYC on The Tin Building is closing to become…Balloon Museum

Great shots. And a huge "Thank You" to all the City workers who kept the streets open, buses and trains running, and handled emergencies. — G on Blizzard takes Tribeca