Entries by Dan Rosenblum | Next American City
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Bruce Ratner-Financed Community Group Goes Out of Business Two Months After His Arena Opens
One of the most visible of eight groups that signed a Community Benefits Agreement with Atlantic Yards developer Forest City Ratner is expected to close its doors on Friday. The CBA, with its support from community groups such as BUILD, laid the groundwork for the city and state’s public support of the project, which at latest count totaled about $305 million.
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Promises, Protests Continue After Barclays Center Opening
A more thorough look at the economic promises and community protests that make up the saga of the Barclays Center, which opened on Friday after nine years of discussion and debate.
