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November 30, 2007

Community Groups Call For Independent Study Of Atlantic Yards Project

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Several elected officials and community groups gathered Thursday to demand an independent study for the Atlantic Yards project.
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“The public needs to know why Brooklyn is different than Newark,” said Eric McClure of the Council of Brooklyn Neighborhoods. “Why is a 20-foot setback in Brooklyn okay, while a 25-foot setback in Newark is not safe?"

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NoLandGrab: Since we don't have our hands on a political-speak code book, we're not exactly sure what Bruce Bender's statement is supposed to mean, but we think that it roughly translates to "F U."

Posted by lumi at November 30, 2007 6:35 AM