Tag Archives: Old Fulton Street
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
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
Filed under Quality of Life
300-square-foot bike-rental concession coming to B’klyn Bridge Park
Good news for bike riders without bikes! A bike rental concession is coming to Brooklyn Bridge Park this spring, just inside the entrance to Pier 1 at Old Fulton Street. See more info at the link below. 300-square-foot bike-rental concession … Continue reading
Filed under Brooklyn Bridge Park
The Latest On 11-15 Old Fulton-demolition on hold until 10/6/
As you may have noticed, there has been some positive action on 11, 13, and 15 Old Fulton Street, thanks to continuing pressure from concerned residents, preservationists, and our elected officials. Contractors have been cleaning out the buildings so as … Continue reading
Filed under local history, Local Real Estate
11-15 Old Fulton Update
The saga of 11-15 Old Fulton Street continues, as seen recently in some local blogs. If you care about saving historic buildings from the wrecking ball, read on. Shrouded under scaffolding at present, 11, 13 and 15 Old Fulton Street … Continue reading
Filed under local history, Local politics
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Most of us have watched as the once-ugly Port Authority sheds have been replaced by new trees, grass (sod, actually), landscaping and paths both large and small.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
Application for a Cabaret License by One Front–CB2 on 11/4
According to a small sign posted on the window of One Front Restaurant (previously Toro), the owners are seeking a cabaret license for their 314 person capacity establishment. A cabaret license is issued by the Department of Consumer Affairs, and is … Continue reading
Filed under Local Businesses, Local politics
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
