Atlantic Yards 101

Atlantic Yards is an epic project, but its basic facts remain confusing. Who owns it? Who decides what happens next? What’s the big fuss about anyway? 

What has gotten lost is that it is on public land and is supposed to have public benefits. This discussion will be an introduction to the project for people who have basic questions about it. This is important because recently, a new development team has taken control of the project and is negotiating changes to the plan with New York State. All the previous agreements seem to be up for discussion again, and it’s time for the community to understand its role. 

Here are some topics we’ll discuss:

• What was the original goal of the project, and what public benefits have been promised?

• Who are the developers who are requesting changes to the project, and what are those changes?

• How are changes to Atlantic Yards reviewed and approved?

• What is the timeline?

• How is the completed project likely to affect me and my neighbors?