New York City Council
Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises
Dec 12, 2024
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12:00 PM
19 min
Summary
A hearing on a grant application by the New York City Economic Development Corporation (EDC) for $2 million from the Empire State Development Corporation's Restore New York Communities Initiative for the Kingsbridge Armory redevelopment project in the Bronx.
Discussions focused on the armory's historical significance, extensive infrastructure needs, community engagement process, and the importance of securing additional funding for the estimated $500 million project.
Features testimony from the New York City Economic Development Corporation (EDC).
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Council Member Kevin C. Riley introduces the Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises meeting and explains procedures
Council Member Kevin C. Riley, chair of the Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises, opens the meeting and outlines the procedures for the public hearing on the Kingsbridge Armory ESDC grant …
0:00:33
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Council Member Riley opens public hearing on Kingsbridge Armory grant application
Council Member Kevin C. Riley opens the public hearing on a pre-considered Land Use item related to the New York City Economic Development Corporation's application for a grant from the …
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Council Member Sanchez's statement on Kingsbridge Armory redevelopment
Council Member Pierina Ana Sanchez provides an overview of the Kingsbridge Armory redevelopment project, emphasizing its historical significance, community engagement process, and the importance of the current resolution for securing …
0:04:19
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Introduction and overview of the New York City Economic Development Corporation
Michelle Lamberti introduces herself as the Vice President of Legislative Affairs at the New York City Economic Development Corporation (EDC). She provides a brief overview of the EDC's mission and …
0:07:40
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35 sec
Overview of the Restore New York Communities Initiative Grant
Michelle Lamberti explains the Restore New York Communities Initiative grant program, which the city intends to apply for to support the Kingsbridge Armory redevelopment. - The grant provides financial assistance …
0:08:16
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Introduction to the Kingsbridge Armory redevelopment project
Michelle Lamberti introduces the Kingsbridge Armory redevelopment project as the focus of the city's Restore New York grant application. - The grant funding would address critical infrastructure needs at the …
0:08:41
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15 sec
Together for Kingsbridge vision plan and community engagement
Michelle Lamberti details the Together for Kingsbridge vision plan and the extensive community engagement process that informed its development. - The plan was created through engagement with over 4,000 community …
0:08:57
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87 sec
Current state and infrastructure needs of the Kingsbridge Armory
Michelle Lamberti describes the Kingsbridge Armory's history and its current state, highlighting the extensive infrastructure needs of the building. - The armory is a historic military facility constructed in 1917, …
0:10:25
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45 sec
Funding and financial aspects of the Kingsbridge Armory project
Michelle Lamberti outlines the funding and financial aspects of the Kingsbridge Armory redevelopment project. - The Restore New York funding, if granted, would address critical infrastructure needs - The city …
0:11:09
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40 sec
Grant application details and requested findings from the City Council
Michelle Lamberti provides specific details about the Restore New York grant application for the Kingsbridge Armory project and outlines the findings requested from the City Council. - The city is …
0:11:50
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74 sec
Council Member Riley questions EDC representatives about Kingsbridge Armory redevelopment
Council Member Kevin C. Riley conducts a Q&A session with representatives from the New York City Economic Development Corporation regarding the Kingsbridge Armory redevelopment project. The discussion covers potential uses …
0:13:07
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Council Member Sanchez inquires about Kingsbridge Armory redevelopment costs
Council Member Pierina Ana Sanchez discusses the funding secured for the Kingsbridge Armory redevelopment project and inquires about the estimated total development cost. Michelle Lamberti from the New York City …
0:15:40
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94 sec
Vote outcome on pre-considered Land Use item for Kingsbridge Armory grant application
The Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises approved the pre-considered Land Use item related to the Kingsbridge Armory grant application. The vote was unanimous in favor of the item. - Yeas: …
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