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Introduction and overview of the Willets Point redevelopment project

2:23:20

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89 sec

Melissa Román Burch, COO of NYC Economic Development Corporation, introduces the Willets Point redevelopment project as a transformative initiative for a long-underserved community. The project aims to address environmental pollution and lack of infrastructure while creating economic opportunities.

  • Project includes infrastructure improvements, affordable housing, retail, public space, and a soccer stadium
  • Estimated to create thousands of jobs and generate $6.1 billion in economic impact over 30 years
  • Responds to the city's housing crisis