Would you support efforts to revitalize Steinway Street, create jobs, and bring more affordable housing and open space to our neighborhood?
Yes, I support this effort. Please also add tennis courts similar to Astoria Park.
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Would you support efforts to revitalize Steinway Street, create jobs, and bring more affordable housing and open space to our neighborhood?
I would support this if it was a real promise for rents that are truly and permanently affordable for all residents, not just rich kids.
Hi, Claire. The plan includes approximately 725 apartments that will be permanently affordable for individuals earning an average of $45,000 annually, with some affordable to individuals earning as little...
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Would you support efforts to revitalize Steinway Street, create jobs, and bring more affordable housing and open space to our neighborhood?
When will you release a full detailed report on the economic impacts of this project?
Hi, James. We expect to complete and release a comprehensive environmental impact statement toward the end of 2021, prior to the start of the public review process.
Would you support efforts to revitalize Steinway Street, create jobs, and bring more affordable housing and open space to our neighborhood?
What is the timeline for this project?
Hi, Monica. We're expecting the plan to enter the city's public review process later this year, with construction beginning in 2023 if it's approved. The first phase could be complete as soon as 2025.
Would you support efforts to revitalize Steinway Street, create jobs, and bring more affordable housing and open space to our neighborhood?
No. Stay out of our neighborhood. I can barely afford rent as it is. Please don’t destroy this great neighborhood, nobody needs another Williamsburg.
Hi, Michael. We hear your concern. We've been in Astoria for 40+ years and agree that it's a great neighborhood. We're proud of the relationships we've built with the small businesses, nonprofits, cultural...
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Would you support efforts to revitalize Steinway Street, create jobs, and bring more affordable housing and open space to our neighborhood?
Yes!
In addition to supporting Astoria's existing shops and restaurants, what types of new retail and entertainment would you like to see?
Bars, restaurants, coffee shops, museums, fashion, stationary, home. All mom and pop shops - no chains!
How important is it that new development includes open space, such as lawns, playgrounds, dog runs and places to sit?
Very important. We need to take back the streets and create common spaces for everyone!
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