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Council member discusses housing development and community changes with Van Nest Neighborhood Alliance representative

3:47:06

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4 min

Council Member Kevin C. Riley engages in a discussion with Charlene Jackson Mendez from the Van Nest Neighborhood Alliance about housing development in the northeast Bronx. They discuss the changes in the community over time and the need for increased housing while maintaining community character.

  • Riley emphasizes the need for creative solutions to produce housing without disrupting the community's makeup
  • Jackson Mendez stresses the importance of responsible development and addressing infrastructure needs
  • They debate the balance between increasing housing and maintaining community stability