Q&A
Ariola questions development in environmentally sensitive areas
4:10:01
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21 sec
Council Member Ariola challenges the City Planning Commission's proposal to promote higher density development in her environmentally sensitive district. She questions the wisdom of encouraging development in areas prone to flooding and other climate-related issues.
- Expresses concern about promoting development in a district with severe environmental challenges
- Questions the consideration given to special districts and their unique environmental needs
- Highlights the potential risks of increasing density in flood-prone areas
Joann Ariola
4:10:01
So my questions for you are, how can you promote this hyperdevelopment program in a place with severe environmental issues like my district or other designated special districts without taking them into consideration or in areas like ozone Park, Woodhaven, and Glendale where there are smaller lots and and on in Howard Beach, as well.
