BP backs city skyscraper plan for midtown
Manhattan Borough President Scott Stringer Thursday backed the Bloomberg administration's plan to rezone midtown east to allow for modern skyscrapers.
Stringer's support was in part based on Mayor Michael Bloomberg's Daily News op-ed that the city will put up a "significant portion" of the money for transit and open-space projects. "Greater density in east midtown should follow significant investments in its infrastructure," Stringer said.
Developers would pay for pedestrian and transit projects, but community groups felt nearby infrastructure was already in need of improvement without adding density to the area.
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Newsday Live Music Series: Long Island Idols Newsday Live presents a special evening of music and conversation with local singers who grabbed the national spotlight on shows like "The Voice," "America's Got Talent,""The X-Factor" and "American Idol." Newsday Senior Lifestyle Host Elisa DiStefano leads a discussion and audience Q&A as the singers discuss their TV experiences, careers and perform original songs.
