It feels like spring. An OG might be expanding, seems like some Tribeca classics are being reactivated; and congestion pricing is on the agenda. / 8 comments
The staff will return to the office at least four days a week as of today, along with other city agencies, but meetings will be remote for now and maybe hybrid forever?? / 1 comment
A final review for changes to Wagner Park; a new bar at Maxwell's? / 2 comments
There are plans for two new restaurants at the Ecco! and Rosa Mexicano spaces, as well as discussions around hate crimes, tap water and Pier A.
Changes afoot at 42 Walker; liquor licenses for the new Mexican on Duane Park and the hotel rising at 456 Greenwich. Plus the borough based jails still on the agenda. / 2 comments
The Battery is taking volunteers; blood drive TODAY in Battery Park City; Ghislaine Vinas wins designer of year award; CB1 to hear update on White Street jail. / 2 comments
The members-only family learning and play space will be able to offer beer and wine to its (adult) members inside and on the sidewalk. / 9 comments
More on the tower development for 250 Water; the borough based jail for Chinatown; and a liquor license for Cocoon. / 6 comments
Over the two decades he lived in Battery Park City, Notaro dedicated his non-working hours to the community, serving on countless committees, boards, panels and coalitions.
A somewhat quiet month at CB1, but it will include more discussion of the Howard Hughes towers in the Seaport Historic District at 250 Water. / 3 comments
Last month's Executive Committee rejected the idea of converting a truck loading zone to a bike loading zone on Warren Street. The issue comes up again tonight. / 15 comments
This month's agendas will cover plans afoot at Governors Island, Citi Bike locations, the Howard Hughes development at 250 Water, and more! / 1 comment
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Would love to help. Honest question. What can we do? — Randy / What can be done about counterfeit vendors?
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