Posted by Leonard Steinberg on February 23rd, 2014 Mercer has released its report for 2014 for the best ‘quality of life’ cities in the world and New York ranked 47th: European cities fared best with strong healthcare, infrastructure and recreational facilities with political stability and relatively low crime levels. These are the TOP FIVE GLOBAL… [Read More]
NEW NOISE POLLUTION LAWS/CITY ORDINANCES REQUIRED
Posted by Leonard Steinberg on May 28th, 2011 One of the worst forms of pollution in a city like Manhattan is noise pollution: Because of the very nature of the city, noise affects individuals more acutely than in other parts of the country where noise can carry and be spread out more. It is time… [Read More]
HIGH LINE PARK VIEWING SPUR RISES
If you are walking near West 26th Street and 10th Avenue, look up. You will notice a new addition to the High Line—the Viewing Spur is starting to take shape. Crews have hoisted the 22-by-11-foot painted steel frame into place, giving us a hint of what will soon be one of Section 2’s most dynamic… [Read More]
MANHATTAN: Friendliest, safest, best…..now what about the cyclists?
A survey has just been released assessing the satisfaction of New Yorkers with their City…..Manhattan came out on top for some critical parts of the survey. Not only is it perceived to be the friendliest and safest borough, it is also considered to be the best place to live. On the down side, Manhattan was… [Read More]