NYT Urges State to Release Moynihan Plans

Today, the New York Times published an editorial urging ESDC to present detailed plans and proposals to the public as soon as possible. If plans are released, “then everyone – especially the people who use the station – could push to make this much-needed project happen.” We wholeheartedly agree.

To get the public involved, Governor Spitzer’s development team, led by Patrick Foye, will have to unveil their plans for the project, as long promised. Once details are aired, commuters and others should make sure that this private-public partnership gives the public its due...There are still many threads that need to be woven together. Right now, there are important negotiations going on about how to pay for the project, and whether the state, city and developers are contributing enough to pull in the necessary federal funds. If such negotiations must continue behind doors, that still does not mean the state and the developers can delay letting the public see detailed plans and proposals. Veteran commuters deserve some hope that the new Moynihan complex is not just another urban fantasy.

The Times also raises questions about whether moving Macy’s to Moynihan East would result in too much mall and not enough train station.

Read New York Times editorial: “Miracle on 32nd Street”