RI DAILY

Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

Daily beats from a quieter Manhattan.

RI DAILY

Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

Reporting Roosevelt Island since sunrise.

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The Good News From Last Night’s RIOC Board Meeting

Last night’s RIOC board meeting was a chaotic mess, plagued by bickering and bullying. The good news? Acting COO Mary Cunneen recommended axing the Palace of Versailles Bike Ramp project, saving trees and traffic hassle. Communications Director Bryant Daniels secured approval for holiday decorations from a vetted vendor, bypassing the usual suspect. #__JETPACK_AI_ERROR__

RIOC’s out of sight switch benefits pal Hudson-Related

In a last-minute move, RIOC sought a benefit for Hudson-Related, disregarding public wishes, at its December 2021 board meeting. The state agency wants the real estate giant off the hook for building promised restrooms at Firefighter’s Field. But there’s plenty…