What you quoted is written in the law that passed the state legislature in 2019. "Carve-outs" refer to discounts or exemptions for *non*-low-income residents, for which some (e.g., CB1) clamor and other candidates express support. To her immense credit, Jenny chose not to go along. — Komanoff on The Candidates 2021: Jenny Low for CD1

Where does she say she opposes a " 'carve-out' for downtown residents"? "[...] Those who live in the congestion zone and make less than $60,000 a year, are also expected to be exempt from the fees. [...]" — James on The Candidates 2021: Jenny Low for CD1

James, you've doubtless heard the quote attributed to Edison, that "genius is one percent inspiration and ninety-nine percent perspiration." That applies equally to politics and government, IMO. Leadership is more about hard work and courage than originality -- FDR being a case in point. What leapt out at me in Jenny Low's interview is her thoughtfulness, the comprehensiveness of her responses, and her taking tough stands instead of scoring easy political points. Look at her response re congestion pricing. Every other candidate bloviated about "carve-outs" for downtown residents. Jenny, alone and to her immense credit, did not -- understanding that such insistence will only result in higher tolls for non-downtowners which will topple the whole plan. I like Jenny Low's stance on c.p. but even more, I admire her forthrightness. She's got my vote. — Komanoff on The Candidates 2021: Jenny Low for CD1

250 Water Street ULURP CB1 public hearing June 14 (up to 2 minutes per speaker) Written comment accepted until July 9 bit.ly/250WaterComment CB1 LandUse Committee will draft a resolution on July 12 CB1 full board will vote on a final resolution July 27 (then 30 day MBPO review) — Michael Kramer on Neighbors organizing (and suing) to fight 250 Water plans

Really appreciate these. There are differences. — PATRICK Valentino on The Candidates 2021: Jenny Low for CD1

@native don't forget the young mentally challenged homeless girl that was brutally bludgeoned to death in a seaport building, by 3 other homeless people- 2 in custody, and the 3rd, a woman who watched and participated in the covering up of the body who was released due to bail reform, and not evaluated for her mental stability- I dare say quite obviously, not well. she was recently seen living in a tent with a man on the median at 86th st. there should not be demonization of the homeless, and I firmly believe "there but for the grace of god go I", but we need intelligent, compassionate and common sense ideas here. 60-70% of homeless are mentally ill and often self medicating with drugs. mental illness is the main problem. we need a multi-tiered response and for sure re-imagining bail reform. and yes, institutions may be the only dignified life for the worst of the mentally ill. we all know there are no easy answers, but there are SOME answers. where are our bright minds and city planners? I agree that putting what is essentially a 200 man warehouse in SOHO (statistically 120 + will be mentally ill), is idiotic. and it's not about hiding them away. SOHO is a huge tourist, shopping & dining area that is a great source of revenue for the city, and already very congested. and what about moving Rikers to chinatown? another wildly saturated and congested neighborhood right next door. I can't wait to see what it will be like when all of this construction starts. how many years will it take for all of these projects? good luck driving anywhere in lower Manhattan, and crossing either of the bridges! — jenny on City plans three homeless shelters for downtown

Strong agree. The irony is that drug abuse, domestic violence, and mental illness also occur in 7 and 8-figure apartments. — Duane Street on City plans three homeless shelters for downtown

I have tried! At one point they filed to be a boutique hotel... — Tribeca Citizen on A new 7-Eleven and the old Lenwich open on Park Place

Ahhhhh!!!! So excited. I love this brand. I didn't realize they had a brick and mortar. Location is perfect. — Heather Bringhurst on Healthynest baby products coming to Warren

Speaking of that Trails and Tents spot (and I totally agree, I still miss it immensely) -- any idea what's happening with that lot? The collapse forced the closure of Barleycorn and Biddy Early, and both spaces still remain vacant. I haven't noticed any activity on that spot in over 3 years. — James Siegal on A new 7-Eleven and the old Lenwich open on Park Place

There are ways to discuss these troubling issues without such acute levels of aggression. We have enough of that already. — j. on City plans three homeless shelters for downtown

For those who have done their research- who are the candidates most likely to oppose moving forward with these shelters? I see someone mentioned Tali Weinstein and Liz Crotty for DA. How about the other seats? — K on City plans three homeless shelters for downtown

This is all boilerplate blah blah co-signing others' plans and not a single original idea. She'll make a great councilperson. — James on The Candidates 2021: Jenny Low for CD1

Really CD, when you leave your apartment and see human S-- right outside your door. Open drug use outside of the homeless hotel and your trying to walk your kid to school. Go live near it. — NATIVE on City plans three homeless shelters for downtown

Didn't have this problem when mental hospitals were here. I remember when they were closed and then the homelessness really began and they littered the beaches not knowing what to do. Don't know whose brilliant idea it was to close them - a beautiful Veterans hospital closed in Montrose that I visited often - bowling alley, movie theater, swimming pool and excellent care closed overnight. And Matawan for criminally insane? Is it fair to house criminally insane with prisoners? If a prisoner is not insane to begin with he's sure to come out insane. Why is there no mention of this. Most homeless cannot be trusted to stay on medication unless supervised. — Marie Benedetti on City plans three homeless shelters for downtown

Wow. These comments are really ugly. Not sure I wouldn’t rather live next to homeless than some of you on here. — Cd on City plans three homeless shelters for downtown

We care and fight overdevelopment also. Where have you been? Save Our Seaport! And still fighting! These aren't homeless families that have no where to go. These are mentally ill ,some sex offender drug addicts. No, they should not be living in our communities roaming our streets in any neighborhood, sorry. — NATIVE on City plans three homeless shelters for downtown

I love Grandaisy!! I can't believe its around 15 years!! — NATIVE on In the News: Celebrating 15 years of Grandaisy

well said, some of these comments are overly emotional and inflammatory for little to no reason. — c on City plans three homeless shelters for downtown

Agree — amorris on City plans three homeless shelters for downtown

I am confused by some of the passionate comments regarding providing shelters ‘ amongst us’. Real estate value aside, isn’t it the basic right of our fellow citizens to have a roof over their head, wherever that might be? I wonder how you feel about the unbridled development and building of out of scale towers in our neighborhoods that helped usher in more inequality and destroy the character of a once vibrant and diverse community? No rage there? So in your opinion, where should the homeless be housed? Just anywhere out of sight? Let that be someone else’s problem? Meanwhile don’t be so sure it won’t be your turn to experience homelessness one day. — R. on City plans three homeless shelters for downtown

You think the city cares about the homeless. Really homeless families and where will they get their affordable groceries? Where will their kids go to school. Doesn’t it make sense to house the homeless where they can afford to get food schooling medical care. These places has NON. What market is around this location. What pharmacy? — Sandra on City plans three homeless shelters for downtown

Condolences to the Friedlander family. The Salt Shed is a stellar building. — Heide Fasnacht on In the News: Celebrating 15 years of Grandaisy

The State just passed this law as a land grab to convert hotels into homeless shelters https://www.news10.com/news/ny-capitol-news/advocates-make-end-of-session-push-for-lawmakers-to-pass-honda/ What will this mean for our neighborhoods? Governor has not signed yet If it were men from the neighborhood it'd be one thing - they're emptying prisons — - on City plans three homeless shelters for downtown

Thank you Thank you Adam!! We need a "Protest against the Mayor and Homeless Shelters" he snuck under our noses. No new Mayor running will stop this. Its a bad nightmare for all of us who live here. — Native on City plans three homeless shelters for downtown