Advocates urge Mamdani to save Greenwich Village's Tony Dapolito Recreation Center

"The city has proposed demolishing the long-shuttered recreation center designated a city landmark in 2010 as part of a broader $164 million plan to revitalize the Clarkson Street corridor."

"Over a dozen local community groups have long opposed the demolition, however, describing the Dapolito Rec Center as a much-beloved local landmark."

"Protesters alleged undermined city claims that the center is beyond repair, releasing government records obtained through a year-long Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) request."

"On Sunday, over a dozen community groups called on Mamdani to follow through on a campaign promise to support the renovation of the site."

Assembly Member Grace Lee and local organizations rallied to advocate for the renovation of the Tony Dapolito Recreation Center, a cherished landmark. The center has been closed due to structural issues, and the city plans to demolish it as part of a $164 million revitalization project. Protesters presented government records suggesting the center is repairable, countering city claims. Approximately 100 residents joined the protest, emphasizing the community's desire to preserve the recreation center rather than replace it with new facilities.

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