What’s happening? Did they stop the cutting ? We are not in town but returning soon… signed the petition and will March- protest when we can! — Concerned for the parks on State breaks ground on huge monument for Rockefeller Park lawn

Was it open for film shooting in March2021? — Ashie on The Square Diner will close until spring 2021

I don’t want to distract from the important subject at hand, but I politely disagree with your assessment of the current community involvement in downtown matters. Yes, affordable housing timed out in BPC and that’s just crappy politics. However, the families in Tribeca and BPC fight for a strong quality of life for their children. If something needs done, they get it done. Look at the Downtown Soccer League and Downtown Little League. All parent volunteers. Sponsored by neighborhood families and businesses. These folks are fully and passionately invested in their communities. Give these people a plausible idea and they carry it to fruition. Now, let’s keep intact that gorgeous park that you selflessly worked hard to build. — Susan on State breaks ground on huge monument for Rockefeller Park lawn

So well put; you said it perfectly. Can't fathom how felling such beautiful trees that have grown over years and years is not a crime of epic proportion. To cause pain to a community over a memorial they don't want is sickening. Oh and a memorial that reportedly has Cuomo's name on it. So destruction of a community treasure over a vanity project... — Shannon on Six trees coming down in Rockefeller Park — maybe today

There was a WSJ article about this in March: https://www.wsj.com/articles/lower-manhattan-isnt-right-place-for-covid-19-memorial-residents-say-11615494239 Perhaps those with Twitter accounts can reach out to the author to write a follow up article? Irene Plagianos https://twitter.com/ireneplagianos?lang=en — JB on Six trees coming down in Rockefeller Park — maybe today

All of the Democrats who elect leaders such as those running New York haven’t yet learned: peaceful protests don’t matter. Rioting, looting, vandalism, and attacking police officers might get some attention. Perhaps concerned citizens who elected these leaders should use better tactics. — Bobbie on Six trees coming down in Rockefeller Park — maybe today

I was an early resident of the financial district in the 80s when we had nothing down there but tall buildings soot and no light. I served on CB1 when the parks were being built as one of the cochair people for the youth committee when our kids had no grass or trees whatsoever. We fought so hard for open space and through the years I watched it being chiseled away. This is absolutely a sad commentary on the lack of community participation with the local government. Not that there was great communication between the community and city government to begin with but my recollection was that CB1 was a lot stronger in those days. Mostly because downtown was built on Mitchell llama housing and had a lot more permanent residence than it does now. Now it seems to be just a revolving door for transients in Battery Park city. People were more invested in quality of life issues not just who could build the biggest memorial to themselves - better to use the money to actually build or repair affordable housing for those who clean up after the capitalist wasteland that the once historic community has become. Shame on the myopic vision of the Cuomo administration- not what Mario would have done! — Cronk-Horch ElizaBeth on State breaks ground on huge monument for Rockefeller Park lawn

I signed. I hope we can stop this. — Janet Goldner on State breaks ground on huge monument for Rockefeller Park lawn

I share in your horror at this poorly planned memorial. Having lived for five years right in front of this proposed site, I can say that this beautiful, uninterrupted stretch of green space is vital to not only the families of BPC, but to the many New Yorkers who enjoy these impeccable lawns. To chop down mature trees and pour concrete in the middle of an already stunning green pace is ridiculous and reeks of political posturing. We ALL agree that a respectful celebration of all of our essential workers is 100% necessary and should be strongly supported. However, why destroy an existing, beautiful and beloved park instead of planning and growing new life into new park — ones that our hero healthcare workers can enjoy perhaps on their lunch breaks? What better tribute to our hero healthcare workers than to replicate their life’s calling — sustaining and growing new strength into those who fall ill. There are countless areas around the hospitals that need this level of respect, care and growth. PS. Let us not forget that Rockefeller Park and it’s beauty also sustained our emotionally scarred little ones post September 11th. For our family this will always be sacred ground. — Susan on State breaks ground on huge monument for Rockefeller Park lawn

FYI - Nadler picked up #PauseTheSaws and tweeted Cuomo. People should continue contacting him. https://twitter.com/RepJerryNadler/status/1409590760463163395 — person on Six trees coming down in Rockefeller Park — maybe today

Yes, most likely, yes and yes, though I am not sure how much gas it actually uses. The one at Arlington costs several hundred a month, but it all depends on gas prices. — Tribeca Citizen on Six trees coming down in Rockefeller Park — maybe today

people need to get there now or someone needs to speak with cuomo directly- we have the support of local leaders and yet they are bringing in iron rods to erect a stronger fence to keep protestors out! — urban cowgirl on Six trees coming down in Rockefeller Park — maybe today

Has anyone tried Senator Shumer? Or Amy Shumer? She has such a big social presence and is a New Yorker with a small child. I’m sure she’d be supportive! — KT on Six trees coming down in Rockefeller Park — maybe today

Thank you for publishing! Join the conversation here: https://chat.whatsapp.com/CfXoJ9sGoQc4ESWElrbUgy — Britni Erez on Six trees coming down in Rockefeller Park — maybe today

Thank you all for the information about how to fight this. I have signed the petition, written to all the contacts provided above. Is there any objection being coordinated on environmental grounds? In addition to the absurdity of cutting down mature trees, paving grass and plopping an artificial circle of trees in a park otherwise designed to complement the beautiful natural surroundings rather than competing with it, the concept of the eternal flame is really wrong. Would that be powered by natural gas and would it waste resources, cost money and create pollution? — CL on Six trees coming down in Rockefeller Park — maybe today

A What's App for those looking to help with a peaceful demonstration in the park: https://chat.whatsapp.com/CfXoJ9sGoQc4ESWElrbUgy — Jeff on State breaks ground on huge monument for Rockefeller Park lawn

I would love to be included in any organizing. Where can I find out more? Signed, Tribeca Mom — Celina Kelly May on State breaks ground on huge monument for Rockefeller Park lawn

Too bad the park isn't home to an endangered species. Anyone seen any rare birds lately? — BPC Resident on Six trees coming down in Rockefeller Park — maybe today

Suvannah Guthrie lives down there. As does Jenna Bush. Someone could contact them; facebook, or if you see them in the neighborhood. — CR on Six trees coming down in Rockefeller Park — maybe today

we need people at the site!! *4:45pm Neighborhood Party at the site today* so that the orange fence doesn't become a more permanent wall at 5pm. Share with neighbors. — urban cowgirl on Six trees coming down in Rockefeller Park — maybe today

What’s not to like about a parade? No doubt the pots and pans will be banging loudly. — person on Seen & Heard: Hometown Heroes ticker tape parade

First Battery Park got the Staten Island Ferry Disaster Memorial, and now this one? https://tribecacitizen.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/courtesy-Staten-Island-Ferry-Octopus-Disaster-Memorial-Museum.jpg — James on Six trees coming down in Rockefeller Park — maybe today

Ridiculous! Submit this to the major local news networks! — Local Resident on Six trees coming down in Rockefeller Park — maybe today

While the essential workers certainly deserve a monument for their heroic service during the pandemic which devestated our city, it should not be at the expense of sacrificing open air green space whioch promotes the good helath of us all. There should be a better way. — Rand Hardy on State breaks ground on huge monument for Rockefeller Park lawn

I wonder how popular this parade is going to be. Some of the labor unions will definitely pump this thing but I wonder how the general population will react. Incidentally, funny that the city titled the parade the same way as the song from the off-Broadway musical ‘Dogfight’ — GA on Seen & Heard: Hometown Heroes ticker tape parade