There are already 3 really good Spanish restaurants within 30 seconds walk of the proposed project: - El Mero Mero on the corner of 36 Ave and 38 St - Cafe Ole on 36 Ave between 38 St and Steinway - La Choza Del Gorda at the intersection of 36 Ave and Northern Blvd In addition you have the semi famous Arepas Cafe on 36 Ave between 33rd and 34th streets which is a 3 minute walk from the proposed project. While I'm all for good Spanish restaurants we already have some fantastic choices which I wouldn't want to see squeezed out by newcomers. I kind of think the developers owe it to the community to make sure that existing small businesses are not squeezed out by having the leasing office cognizant of what already exists in the immediate neighborhood and trying to fill in with businesses that don't exist right now.

A decent wine shop, perhaps specializing in NYS wines. Rock climbing or other slightly extreme sports venue.

Yes

Super important to be able to easily reconnect with nature and the outdoors in a clean and safe setting.

Public art installations and exhibits

Support for our businesses & cultural institutions

I think that this will be a great project for everyone in the neighborhood as well as in surrounding neighborhoods. Just what we need right now after months of dread. The area in which the project is to be built is currently falling apart, underused and unattractive, the open space will be wonderful. Hopefully it doesn't get derailed by the political extremism that has gained a foothold in the past 18 months or so.

Kevin Hernandez
This project will revitalize the community and brings jobs and other opportunities to the Astoria area in Queens. I'm in full support of the project.

Cathy Anderson
I am a Astorian for the last 45 years, and I still live here today. Part of my mission in life is to save our children, schooling, and small businesses in the communities. If Kaufman Astoria Studios is trying to help, my hat off to them.

Milena Markova
More art spaces, green markets and small business opportunities are the key for revitalizing, yet retaining Astoria unique vibe. Green, neighborhood-friendly spaces for families and children would certainly help that part of Astoria that has been fading a bit in recent years.

Hassan Clark
My name is Pastor Hassan Clark. I was born and raised In the Astoria housing development. My family lived there for 25 years. I see this project as an opportunity for people in our community. I’m eager to be apart of the process to insure high paying construction job, as well business & investment opportunities. This can only happen when We all work together. I’m ready to support this project & find equitable ways to partner with the developers to make this a win for everyone, especially during this critical time in our city.

Lacey Gibbs
Hi everyone, I'm Lacey and im a black woman business owner with a first class cleaning company. I live in Queensbridge and this project will change my life and the lives of my workers. #queensbrigebusines

Jeremy Welsh-Loveman
Than change the scale of the neighborhood. This location is a 20 minute subway ride from one of the largest central business districts in the world, it should be much denser with more housing and office space.

Tara G
This is too much to ask. Unfortunately there are tradeoffs to be made with every project. And what's here is a great win for the community.