During a town hall on June 4, 2025, Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso confronted New York City Economic Development Corporation (EDC) officials over their conduct regarding plans for redeveloping the Brooklyn Marine Terminal. The contentious plan, intended to transform the 122-acre site into a modern 'Harbor of the Future,' has sparked community concerns about the city selling public land to private developers and the affordability of new housing units. With significant investments planned, Reynoso and local residents demand accountability and clarity, highlighting ongoing tensions as the Task Force holds veto power over the redevelopment efforts.
Reynoso accused EDC of trying to pressure task force members into approving the redevelopment plan for Brooklyn Marine Terminal, highlighting increasing tensions over local development.
Local concerns focus on the sale of publicly-owned land to developers and the plan to construct 7,700 housing units, with only 35% considered affordable.
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