The article highlights the efforts of Miguel Acevedo, president of the tenant association at NYCHA's Fulton Houses, who has been addressing the challenges faced by his community due to gentrification in Chelsea. Acevedo works tirelessly to create a sense of belonging among tenants, organizing events and maintaining a food pantry to support residents. The piece emphasizes the importance of tenant leadership and the community’s need to be included in conversations about local development and change, particularly as the Fulton Houses face significant transformations in the months ahead.
When I took this role, I wanted to make sure that we're part of any conversation that happens in Chelsea.
Everything behind the blue office door is connected to the Fulton Houses: The awards are recognition from events that brought residents and the greater community together.
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