David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor
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Understanding Safety on Roosevelt Island: Weekly Update from the 114th Precinct
By Ericka O’Connell, Roosevelt Island Daily Hello, neighbors! Roosevelt Island is a unique community, and keeping it safe is a team effort. The NYPD’s 114th Precinct, based in Astoria, Queens, is responsible for patrolling our island along with nearby neighborhoods like…
In Context: Guarding the Streets from Atlanta to Island Wide Patrols
Welcome, neighbors! Every Wednesday, we take a step back to look deeper. Whether it’s a headline making waves or a local issue with broader roots, this is our space to learn, reflect, and grow together By Ericka O’Connell, The Beat…
Back-to-School Giveaway at Good Shepherd Plaza
By Ericka O’Connell, Roosevelt Island Daily A Warm Welcome Back to School Friends, as summer winds down and September creeps closer, our community is once again stepping up to make sure Roosevelt Island kids are ready for a bright new…
In Context: Homelessness, Human Stories, and the Privilege of Local Safety on Roosevelt Island
Welcome, neighbors! Every Wednesday, we take a step back to look deeper. Whether it’s a headline making waves or a local issue with broader roots, this is our space to learn, reflect, and grow together. A Sweep in Washington, D.C….
Things That Make You Say, “We Pay High Taxes For This?”
RIOC’s secretive and poorly communicated priority Tram access plan for seniors and disabled riders is ineffective, highlighting their lack of leadership and transparency. Disappointing and impractical.
UPDATED: Get Ready Now: Ten Days of Transportation Trouble Ahead
Roosevelt Island is facing transportation troubles for ten days. F trains will be detouring, and the Tram will have reduced capacity due to maintenance. Limited alternatives include the Q102 bus, NYC Ferry, and NYC Subway. Additionally, Roosevelt Island’s Public Safety Department’s poor management exacerbates the situation. The north cabin of the Tram recently underwent tests and both cabins will undergo maintenance. The situation is challenging, especially for those with physical restrictions. PSD’s incompetence and lack of leadership from RIOC exacerbate the difficulties.
Everybody’s Mad at PSD Now. Why Is Nothing Being Done?
The Roosevelt Islander blog revealed mounting frustrations with the Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation’s Public Safety Department (PSD). Despite a positive view of Chief Kevin Brown, residents are dissatisfied with PSD’s perceived ineffectiveness in addressing noise, drug use, and other community concerns. Fundamental doubts about the department’s necessity and performance persist, urging a critical and transparent evaluation.
RIOC Public Safety Department Misconduct Exposed: Inside Look
A former Public Safety Officer shared that “PSD is a kind of citadel, averse to influence even from RIOC’s top management.” Is that still true when it comes to PSD misconduct? by David Stone The Roosevelt Island Daily News PSD…
Hochul Agrees: Rein In the E-Bikes Now. Will RIOC Finally Get It?
E-bikes and mopeds wreak havoc on Roosevelt Island’s streets and sidewalks just like on the Upper East Side. Officials in UES take action, but Roosevelt Island locals face lawless riders. Governor Hochul signed a bill to track and hold accountable these reckless e-vehicles, but more comprehensive measures are urged for safety. Will RIOC be reined in?
As RIOC Now Slowly Crumbles, PSD Leads the Way
Roosevelt Island’s public safety negligence taints its leadership’s mismanagement and financial troubles. The Public Safety Department’s ineffectiveness is accentuated by plummeting cash reserves and executive turmoil. Meanwhile, dedicated staffers strive to maintain quality services amid the organization’s rapid decline. No resolution appears on the horizon, indicating a pervasive state of decay.
David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor