Voices of New York
Chinatown Jail Plan Halted By Court
Lotus Chau for Sing Tao Daily |
Although the city is set to appeal, members of Neighbors United Below Canal said they believe the final victory belongs to the community.
Although the city is set to appeal, members of Neighbors United Below Canal said they believe the final victory belongs to the community.
‘The one-year delay in first year funding is an opportunity to avoid further exacerbating existing inequalities in our city and communities. The city must reconsider the plan to build a new jail in Mott Haven.’
‘On matters of land use, the City Council traditionally follows the wishes of the Councilmember in whose district the change is proposed. That’s a problematic approach on ordinary matters. And the borough jails plan is extraordinary.’