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August 24, 2006
Pictures: Massive Turnout for Atlantic Yard Public Hearing
NYC Indy Media
By Brian Tubbs
The public hearing over Bruce Ratner's Development project had little to do with addressing those in power. Instead, roudy supporters faced off with the tempermental opposition. People for the project, mostly Union Laborers and the unemployeed are badly in need of jobs. Those against, are worried that the jobs and affordable housing are just a ruse.
The proposal for the Nets arena and 16 skyscrappers is the biggest to ever hit NYC, but the communtiy and oversite committees have been closed out of the process. Here are some pictures.
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Posted by lumi at August 24, 2006 7:08 PM