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Council Member Brewer proposes housing development on Ward's Island

1:11:03

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Council Member Gale A. Brewer suggests developing housing on Ward's Island, proposing it as a potential site for Mitchell-Lama 2.0, 3.0, or 4.0 programs. She emphasizes that the island, which is jointly owned by the city and state, could be a significant housing opportunity in Manhattan.

  • Brewer mentions having legislation to propose this development
  • She acknowledges existing facilities on the island, including a hospital and fire department
  • Commissioner Carrión expresses openness to discussing the idea
Gale A. Brewer
1:11:03
And at Ward's Island, you know where Ward's Island is.
Adolfo Carrión Jr.
1:11:06
I see.
Gale A. Brewer
1:11:06
Okay.
1:11:07
That's city and state.
1:11:08
We could have Mittalama, 2.03.04.0, adult care.
1:11:12
That entire island could be housing, but it has
Adolfo Carrión Jr.
1:11:15
My mom's steroids over there.
Gale A. Brewer
1:11:17
Yes.
1:11:17
Yeah.
1:11:17
I have legislation to say do that, just so you know.
1:11:20
I think that would be the only land left in the borough Manhattan.
1:11:24
And it would be a great along with the hospital and other, you know, I know their issues.
1:11:28
I know what's the other fire department help USA Essent but that's something to think about.
1:11:33
You know, you have big pictures.
1:11:34
Mhmm.
1:11:34
That's a big picture.
Adolfo Carrión Jr.
1:11:35
We welcome the opportunity to discuss those ideas.
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