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The Revised DOT proposal for Fulton Ferry Traffic Calming and Two Way Furman Street
On Tuesday, Jan 17th, the City’s Department of Transportation (DOT) made a presentation to the Transportation Committee of Community Board 2 (CB2) which included a slightly revised plan to calm traffic in our neighborhood incorporating some input from our community … Continue reading
Filed under B25 bus service cuts, Quality of Life, Traffic and Parking, Uncategorized
Pier 1 Hotel and Residential Development Proposals Presentation
Here is the slideshow from the presentation at Borough Hall on November 22nd. The public has until December 22nd to submit comments. We suggest that rather than picking one design — although you are welcome to do so — you … Continue reading
Filed under Brooklyn Bridge Park, Local politics
Federal Judge Rebukes City, State, NPS; Orders return of the Tobacco Warehouse to Protected Public Parkland
We are very pleased to tell you that the Federal Court has ruled fully in our favor. Stating that the evidence “is so one-sided that (plaintiffs) must prevail as a matter of law,” United States District Judge Eric N. Vitaliano handed … Continue reading
Filed under Brooklyn Bridge Park, local history, Local politics
JUDGE VITALIANO CALLS NPS DEFENSE “HOUSE OF CARDS (THAT) CANNOT WITHSTAND THE GENTLEST BREEZE
We are extremely pleased to report that on Friday, US Federal Judge Eric Vitaliano declared that the National Park Service violated federal law–and its own charter–by secretly removing the Tobacco Warehouse from protected parkland. In his words: ” the issuance … Continue reading
Filed under Brooklyn Bridge Park, local history, Local politics
Brooklyn Bridge Construction–Abrasion Blasting and Noise
A number of you have asked about the noise from the abrasion blasting taking place nearby, and several of you have registered complaints about the same. We have been told that the permit from the City allows this particular work … Continue reading
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Out your window and front door–Brooklyn Bridge Park at Pier 1
Most of us have watched as the once-ugly Port Authority sheds have been replaced by new trees, grass (sod, actually), landscaping and paths both large and small. You may have also noticed the tall light poles (described in this article … Continue reading
Cabaret License on Hold — For Now
Update: We noticed this invitation today for a NYE party that goes until 5AM. If things get rowdy in the wee hours, call 311. Since our last post, the Executive Committee of Community Board 2 voted unanimously to oppose the … Continue reading
Filed under Local Businesses, Local politics, Quality of Life, Uncategorized
CB2 Committee Votes No to Cabaret
Following a meeting of the Health, Environment and Social Services committee of Community Board 2 last Wednesday night, members voted 5-2, with 2 abstentions, against recommending a cabaret license be issued for the top floor of the One Front Street … Continue reading
Filed under Local Businesses, Local politics, Quality of Life
Construction Update–Phase I continues (obviously)
Just when you thought Old Fulton was back to normal, the digging began again. Here’s the scoop on what’s going on. The City is in the process of installing new water mains, valves and hydrants. These will run on Water … Continue reading
Filed under Brooklyn Bridge Park, Traffic and Parking
FFLA Co-sponsors Council Candidate Forum Sept 10th
Haven’t made up your mind yet on who you support for City Council of our district? On September 10, just five days prior to the City Primary, we are co-sponsoring a candidate forum in conjunction with the Boerum Hill … Continue reading
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