Sam Turvey, representing ReThinkNYC, expresses opposition to the City of Yes proposal, citing concerns about its effectiveness in addressing the affordable housing crisis. He fears the proposal may lead to unintended consequences, such as an increase in high-rise market-rate residential buildings in Manhattan without delivering the promised affordable housing.

• Turvey argues that the proposal lacks a programmatic approach to affordable housing and may encourage the demolition of existing affordable housing and negatively impact the cityscape.
• He calls for a simpler proposal with real benchmarks and metrics to address the affordable housing crisis, referencing successful historical programs like LaGuardia's First Houses, Mitchell-Lama, and Melrose Commons.
• Turvey expresses skepticism about the 'trickle-down' approach to housing and urges caution in implementing the City of Yes proposal.

• Fears the City of Yes proposal is a prelude to an abyss, not truly addressing affordable housing needs
• Concerns about high-rise market-rate residential buildings in Manhattan
• Worry about potential demolition of existing affordable housing
• Skepticism about promises for future affordable housing
• Criticism of the 'trickle-down' approach to housing
• Concern about creating more apartments for wealthy individuals rather than truly affordable units
• Call for a simpler proposal with real benchmarks and metrics to address the affordable housing crisis
• Suggestion to look at historical successful housing initiatives like LaGuardia's First Houses, Mitchell Lama, and Melrose Commons

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