Will RIOC’s Board really meet on Thursday? Given the chaos generated under President/CEO Shelton J. Haynes, it’s hard to tell. There are mixed messages, legally
Month: September 2022
The Curious Tale of Two Fire Hydrants and Public Safety
“Hooray, that unsightly and inexplicable fire hydrant barricade has been removed from in front of the deli,” our reader wrote. “However, it is commonplace for
Make Roosevelt Island Main Street Better with Car-Free Weekends
Roosevelt Island’s Main Street is drearier than it should be or was originally envisioned. It discourages strollers, and people casually meeting people. Free Red Buses
Why Is RIOC Suddenly Doing the Right Thing? Sometimes… But Why?
Doing the right thing is not a sure thing with RIOC. More than a few WTF moments have sparkled through Roosevelt Island during the Haynes
Hello, Queens? Districting Commission Chucks Roosevelt Island Chaos
It’s back to “Hello, Queens,” for Roosevelt Island as the City Council Districting Commission imploded yesterday. Freshly drawn maps were rejected, putting initial maps shoving
How Practical Exercise Leads to Lasting Benefits in Health and Beauty
We all know that exercise is good for us. It’s been drilled into our heads since we were children. However, sometimes it’s hard to find
The Unbearable Light Headedness of Being RIOC: Board Meeting Edition
We already know that being RIOC means never having to say you’re sorry. After all, why would you when you never get it wrong? But
Are the Feds Deflecting UN Dangers Roosevelt Island’s Way?
UN dangers were on Roosevelt Islander Raye Schwartz’s mind when she emailed City Council Member Julie Menin as the General Assembly opened. The answer she
New York pledges $5.5M to install cameras on subway trains
(The Center Square) – For those riding a New York City subway, “Big Brother” is going to be watching. And Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul wants it
Unwind For Roosevelt Island, a Big Win Now In Districting Disarray
After forceful lobbying by local activists, a big win moved Roosevelt Island closer to sensible Common Council representation. Initial redistricting maps pushed the community, along
