Develop Willets Point

City Hall reports on the dilemma faced by City Council members, specifically those seeking higher office in 2009, making a decision about the development plan for Willets Point.  Though 29 council members signed a letter opposing the plan, inspiring the creation of DWP, they are now torn because the plan has garnered supports from unions and other elected officials.

The article portrays Willets Points as a tough decision because these council members may risk the support of labor groups or antagonize elected officials who support the plan.

The following is a great quotation from Assembly Member Nettie Mayersohn:

“I am so glad they are finally going to do something about the area,” said Mayersohn.

Reflecting on shop owners and housing advocates who have protested the plan, she added, “I have no idea why anyone is opposed to it.”

I have no idea why anyone is opposed to this plan, either.  This City Hall article is a great, concise read.  The claims made by the opponents of the plan seem to be a far reach, and even the most ardent opponent of the plan, Councilman Monserrate, sounds willing to make some compromises on his stance regarding the development project.

Also, as previously mentioned in a comment by a reader of DWP, Fernando Ferrer is being paid to come out against Mayor Bloomberg’s plan.