Comments on: Will the MTA kowtow to Ratner on Atlantic Yards plans?

By: Rhywun

Rhywun — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 21:26:11 +0000

Now they’re selling the naming rights to the adjacent subway station. What’s next–The Lion King Station? Michael Jordan’s Steak House Terminal? The mind reels.

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By: Benjamin Kabak

Benjamin Kabak — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 14:37:56 +0000

I think it’s a political assessment. Perkins could ask them to vote no, but no one will listen. People are far more likely to listen to a request for a delay.

By: Rhywun

Rhywun — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 13:02:32 +0000

I don’t care where the Nets are. I don’t really care what goes up there–as long as the developer follows the rules, pays market value for the land, and isn’t given these sweetheart deals by politicians (that includes “bonuses” for building so-called “affordable” housing). Yeah, I know, kind of laughable in NYC.

By: Scott E

Scott E — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 12:53:47 +0000

This whole Atlantic Yards project/proposal has been a boondoggle from the start (disclosure of personal bias: I want the Nets to stay in NJ). But there’s one statement in this article that really bothers me: “State Senator Bill Perkins has also asked the MTA to delay voting on the deal”. Ignoring the lack of integrity in the State Senate for a moment, this is exactly why nothing gets done. Why delay the vote? Just vote – vote “no” – and move on.

By: rhywun

rhywun — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 11:12:19 +0000

Does your subject line even require an answer? As for blaming the MTA, I think the people have gotten a little taste for who really pulls the strings there, … but nothing will change.