Love the comments here, we all now fear for our safety in what supposed to be the highest priced and most likely most heavily taxed area in NYC, yet we just had a local election and all the pro-criminal, defund the police, progressives got re-elected. maybe at some point we will all get tired of the destruction being caused by city council, DA's, Mayor and Gov and vote for some sort of change. I miss this once great city but I fear its trajectory is a straight line down. — S on 7-Eleven clerks take matters into their own hands

I'm pretty sure DeNiro has his ...uh... hands full, right about now... https://www.nytimes.com/2023/11/09/arts/robert-de-niro-trial-gender-discrimination.html https://apnews.com/article/robert-de-niro-assistant-lawsuit-07b4d5c932667ea1867ba9352946148d https://www.insider.com/robert-de-niros-ex-assistant-says-forced-wash-his-sheets-2023-11 — Alex on Tribeca corner named for Argentinian rocker

If he is "WIDELY REVERED beyond the confines of TriBeCa," then perhaps the street named for him should be located somewhere beyond the confines of Tribeca, like in South America. He has nothing to do with Tribeca, and certainly far less than someone like Robert De Niro, for whom no similar exception was made. — james on Tribeca corner named for Argentinian rocker

On Thomas, there are various meth heads and homeless people that sit on the steps of the AT&T building. The rear side of 105 Duane has a poorly-lit quasi-"courtyard" where I know for a fact a homeless guy sleeps behind one of the planters. Not to mention the abandoned McDonald's. If you live on 1 Thomas or 8 Thomas, you definitely have to watch your back at night. — Jake on 7-Eleven clerks take matters into their own hands

J Frank P in response to your comment. The cops are overwhelmed in our city right now. They make arrest and these criminals (assaults, muggings,) are back on the streets commiting the same crimes. Thats what I meant. Also, I don't know why they didn't call 911. Maybe because its constant. This man is clearly has mental illness. I see the cops on trains every day looking at their phones. Not kidding. — NY Native on 7-Eleven clerks take matters into their own hands

In my work I do see a unstable homeless, drunk, and high individuals from time to time. In my experience, when I call 911 the police show up quickly and immediately resolve the situation. In fact, the last time this occur I was truly concerned for my safety. I requested an officer stick around on the block to ensure the individual would not come back - and the officer was happy to assist. I am not sure why the 7-11 did not call the police right away, but their response time has always been very good. — Randy on 7-Eleven clerks take matters into their own hands

Cops have their hands tied? By what? The police headquarters is a football field away from this 7/11 & the police budget has gotten nothing but increases recently. They aren't even in the subways anymore because they know the public's memory is short and we've all forgotten the lip service directive late last year that they'd be down there more often. When does the NYPD get a full top to bottom overhaul? Why can't they share the responsibilty and gain even more respect by taking a good look at the job they - and no one else - have to do? — J Frank P on 7-Eleven clerks take matters into their own hands

When you have to defend your business and cops have their hands tied. So sad what this city has become. No one is accountable for crimes committed. Praying for better days in a city I once loved. Scary times. — NY Native on 7-Eleven clerks take matters into their own hands

Maybe, James, and I realize this might be hard for you, because it involves an opinion contrary to your own, but just maybe you should consider that while you may never have heard of Charly Garcia, that he is WIDELY REVERED beyond the confines of TriBeCa, and that the album that boasted a photograph from that corner has been celebrated around the world. A single glance at Wikipedia confirms: Clics modernos is the second solo studio album by the Argentine musician Charly García, released on November 5, 1983 on SG Discos and Interdisc. It was a decisive work to consolidate the modern trends that would mark the profile of Argentine rock during the 1980s and saw García heralded as a "revolutionary" for his musical and lyrical boldness. It was ranked at number two in the Argentine edition of Rolling Stone's list of The 100 Greatest Albums of Argentine Rock. Billboard Magazine ... an industry staple ... called Garcia's record one of the "greatest Latin albums of the past 50 years," further extrapolating: If Clics Modernos only contained the haunting “Los Dinosaurios,” which became a cry from the ashes of Argentina’s devastation by the military dictatorship, it would be enough. But the album, which includes more of Garcia’s best songs, would change the sound of Argentine music. Recorded in New York with Clash engineer Joe Blaney, the recording brought synthesizers and dance beats to Garcia’s emotional, socially conscious piano rock. It's an accomplishment. He's earned it. What's your grievance? (beyond possibly a myopic xenophobe, `cos that's the impression you're creating). — Alex on Tribeca corner named for Argentinian rocker

This block of Broadway between Thomas and Duane is so sketchy. — FidiGuy on 7-Eleven clerks take matters into their own hands

Below are the Manhattan CB1 street co-naming guidelines. What is the "strong argument" that Charly Garcia "had an extraordinary and highly acclaimed accomplishment or involvement for the public good linked to MCD1"? "MANHATTAN COMMUNITY BOARD 1 STREET CO-NAMING GUIDELINES "Manhattan Community District 1 (MCD1) is unique given its narrow street grid, historical street names, and history of human loss. In order to fully respect our district’s history, Community Board 1 (CB1) sets standards and reviews applications for street co-naming with stringency and great care. These guidelines are meant to ensure that the honor of co-naming is available for future generations of honorees and that the selected honorees will be considered significant by future generations. Given these issues, we strongly encourage applicants to fully consider other ways to memorialize those who they believe deserve to be honored in MCD1 "CB1 is open to considering efforts, at the applicant's expense, to display a plaque or other commemoration that describes a proposed honoree’s community contributions and significance on a building, sidewalk, lamp post or other appropriate space or structure in our district. An application for an individual, an organization or an historic event that has already received a street co-naming within the City of New York (NYC) or has already been named on, or qualifies to be named on, a public memorial within MCD1 is strongly discouraged from applying to co-name a street. [...] "Individuals Prospective honoree must: 1. Have been deceased for at least 20 years; 2. Have been a person of great significance to NYC, a key person in an event of historical note* that occurred in NYC or have brought about significant changes through their twenty or more years of community involvement in Manhattan Community District 1 (MCD1); and 3. Have the reason for his/her/their selection be closely associated with the proposed street and block/corner being proposed for co-naming. *an individual whose death occurred under extraordinary circumstances of crime, accident, disease or a societal problem and that death led to a greater awareness within society of that issue. Alternatively, a person that helped to solve that problem/issue may be considered. "Organizations A prospective honoree must be a nonprofit organization that 1. has demonstrated an extraordinary and continuous commitment of at least 30 years that has benefited the community and/or community members in MCD1; and 2. is currently located on the street and block proposed for co-naming or has a very significant association with the street and block proposed for co-naming. "Historic Events/Places A prospective honoree must be: 1. an historic event/place that is recognized as significant by a historical society or other appropriate group; and 2. mentioned in at least one major film, book, and/or international news story; and 3. identified on a widely available map at or near the proposed co-naming location. "Other The Board may, at its discretion, grant a naming that does not clearly fall into any of the three categories. However, the applicant must provide a strong argument that the proposed honoree had an extraordinary and highly acclaimed accomplishment or involvement for the public good linked to MCD1 and the location proposed for the co-naming. [...]" — james on Tribeca corner named for Argentinian rocker

Please let's not promote and glorify vandalism. People can graffiti on their own walls if they wish (codes permitting). — Marcus on Tribeca corner named for Argentinian rocker

"some nobody with no connection to Tribeca" Expand your mind and your worldview, James... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charly_Garc%C3%ADa — Alex on Tribeca corner named for Argentinian rocker

Wow, whole lot of anger here. That's a shame. It should be remembered that there is a world outside of New York City, and I'm pretty certain that, at absolutely no point in his distinguished career, did Charly Garcia ever intend to imply or try to assert that he was from -- or of -- NYC. He was indisputably enamored with our lovely city, and took pains to come here (without any major label support) to record at Electric Lady on his own dime. He felt a kinship with the energy of New York City and wanted to tap into it, so to speak. This isn't a recent "social media" thing either -- this was 1983. He never claimed to be a New Yorker. While many folks here in the States are entirely unfamiliar with the man -- as I was until fairly recently -- he is widely considered an influential artist not just in his native Argentina, but throughout Latin America writ large. You might not know his music, but that doesn't negate the fact that he has millions of fans literally all over the world. I'd suggest that respect is due, but y'know .... you do you. — Alex on Tribeca corner named for Argentinian rocker

This is exactly the kind of soft-headed mismanagement ruining New York. The CB objects on principle to a street renaming for a real Tribeca booster in Robert Deniro and makes an exception for some nobody with no connection to Tribeca. — james on Tribeca corner named for Argentinian rocker

Odd list to say the least. The Odeon and Max are huge oversights. — Kristin on In the News: Picking favorites among neighborhood restaurants

So many superlatives in the piece! The whole thing almost sounds like a spoof. Charly Garcia? Cortlandt Alley has mysteriously been gentrified and appropriated by the social media set for years, like the selfie spot in Dumbo, an Instagram must. While across Walker Street, towards Canal, under the perennial scaffolding, still a homeless shelter, the street urine soaked and reeks of pot and other waste, waiting to be discovered. — R. on Tribeca corner named for Argentinian rocker

Could you provide contact info for this fundraising effort? Thx! — Jennifer Roff on Downtown Little School will close at the end of the school year

Actually, a piece of it still exists. — Bruce Ehrmann on Tribeca corner named for Argentinian rocker

We tried to save that graffiti. To no avail. The owners of tthat building in the steam punk alley wanted the wall repaired and painted over. Now even Cortlandt Alley is upscale and gentrified. — Bruce Ehrmann on Tribeca corner named for Argentinian rocker

So interesting - Thanks for sharing! — RN on Tribeca corner named for Argentinian rocker

Ooh, which Nordstrom? I dream of their Sefardi Breakfast Wrap. That malawach! — Jenn on BEC Report: Edith’s has closed

Love it. I hope they can pull it off. Always thought this would be a great candidate for a residential conversion given the floorplates aren’t too big and there is lots of natural light even on the West facade. Good luck! — Chris on Still Nosy: Any update on 250 Church?

that's because her new pop up is in Nordstrom! — VW on BEC Report: Edith’s has closed

So were the damage claims from neighboring buildings resolved satisfactorily? — Makes You Go Hmmmm.... on Warren Street Hotel scheduled to open February 1