Local officials from Western Brooklyn are collaborating on a community meeting regarding the proposed Brooklyn Marine Terminal (BMT) Project. The meeting, scheduled for March 20, will feature a presentation from the NYC Economic Development Corporation (EDC) explaining their vision to modernize the terminal and convert the 122-acre area into a mixed-use space. However, controversy surrounds this plan as some residents and urban planners argue that the process has flaws, raising alarms about potential loss of maritime land due to rapid development. Residents are encouraged to ask questions and voice concerns in the Q&A session.
The NYC Economic Development Corporation is set to present their proposal for the Brooklyn Marine Terminal Project, aiming to transform the site into a mixed-use community asset.
Officials, including Assemblymember Jo Anne Simon and Rep. Dan Goldman, emphasize the importance of community input at the upcoming meeting about the controversial BMT Project.
Some residents and urban planners have criticized the EDC’s process for being flawed, raising concerns over potential loss of maritime space due to expedited development.
The community meeting scheduled for March 20 will provide a platform for residents to engage with officials and voice their concerns regarding the BMT proposal.
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