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May 17, 2009
Here's that grain of salt you ordered...
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Ratner: Atlantic Yards To Break Ground This Year
May 16, 2009
Developer Bruce Ratner says he is confident ground will be broken this year on the proposed Nets arena in Brooklyn, as his controversial Atlantic Yards project cleared another hurdle Friday.
A panel of four appellate judges ruled unanimously the state can use eminent domain to go forward with the project because of the public benefits associated with the plan.
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Ratner says he expects the new home for the Nets will be ready for the 2011-2012 season.
Atlantic Yards To Begin Construction By Year's End
September 10, 2008
The controversial Atlantic Yards project development plan in Brooklyn is moving forward against the wishes of many residents and businesses.
Developer Forest City Ratner announced plans to break ground in December.
Construction Begins On Atlantic Yards Project
February 20, 2007
The Atlantic Yards redevelopment project has been the subject of a lot of debate, but it is now finally the subject of some construction.
The first stages of construction began Tuesday.
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Construction of the new arena for the NBA's Nets is scheduled to begin in the fall.
PACB Gives Atlantic Yards Green Light
December 20, 2006
After hours of delays, the $4 billion Atlantic Yards project was finally given the go-ahead by a key state board Wednesday.
Republicans, Governor George Pataki and State Senate Majority leader Joe Bruno, control two of the three votes on the Public Authorities Control Board. Both were known supporters of the plan.
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Developers say work on the stadium and the buildings should begin next fall, ending in 2010.
Posted by steve at May 17, 2009 7:59 AM