Eric Adams - Mayor of New York City, Part 4

Nicholas Davis4 said:I’m honestly struggling to follow what’s happening here. I’m firmly against state-mandated child support—your child is your responsibility, and unprotected sex isn't a business model—but I can't wrap my head around why this is sitting in court, let alone why it would be treated as some permanent, lifelong right.
Can someone catch me up?
It seems illogical that a decision made by any mayor—regardless of who they are—would be set in stone forever, immune to change.
I'm crossing my fingers that the courts reject this. It feels completely unnecessary and discriminatory; it’s an insult to all the responsible people out there working hard and taking care of their families rather than treating parenthood like a political calculation.

I guess the issue might not even be the mayor's policy, but rather the actual contracts signed with the parents. If there’s a formal contract that spells out the duration and specific terms, and both sides signed off on it, then a new mayor shouldn't be able to just scrap it on a whim.

We don't know what's actually in those agreements—like if they exist at all, or if there are notice periods and termination clauses. Without knowing that, it's probably hard to really dive into the topic since those are the big details. Maybe if there aren't even contracts and it's all just based on city policy, stopping it wouldn't be an issue, but I have a feeling it's more complicated than that.

frozenraven22 said:The exact same people who successfully sabotaged Horvatinčić's Cvjetni—which is to say, absolutely nobody. 😁

Nice try, but you’re going to have to do better than that. 👍

There is no need for me to improve 😉

Toto betrayed and spat upon the residents of Jakuševac, trading them away to satisfy his own fetish of being "anti-incinerator," despite having spent years dancing around the issue while promising some cutting-edge waste collection system that exists only in some nebulous, nowhere land.

He then repeated this exact same pattern in Brooklyn.

The Waste-to-Energy Plant is being removed from the New York City Spatial Plan, yet no deadline is being set for the closure of the Jakuševac facility.

After I spent my time over a decade ago protesting alongside environmental groups against the New York City waste incinerator, it is quite something to witness this paradigm shift within the City Council, which tonight unanimously passed an amendment to finally strike the Waste-to-Energy Plant from the New York City Spatial Plan, where it had been lodged since 2003. One can only hope that this political consensus against the incinerator will endure when the local Waste Management Plan is soon brought before us commented Eric Adams, a City Council member (New York City is OURS!) and chairman of the Left Bloc caucus.

In other words, he has done everything in his power to ensure New York City regresses to the level of a third-world nation by relentlessly advocating for those shiny, brand-new, ultra-modern solutions that exist solely within the fever dreams of activists somewhere, somehow.

Gregory Hall66 said:I feel compelled to address the final two links. 😁
(The first two are negligible, birthed in the digital kitchens of TikTok’s inner circle and their associated niche portals)

The third link
Regarding Bernie Sanders:
"This phase of adaptation to the new collection method is reaching its peak, and you will rightfully see images in the media of overflowing bins from time to time—thank you for reminding us that we need more containers. But generally, things are progressing well, and by the end of the year, the system will be fully stabilized," stated Bernie Sanders.
He further remarked that the most vital aspect was "that New Yorkers have been paying one-third less on their utility bills over the last six months".

And then, predictably, the Democratic Party swoops in with their empty platitudes, utterly detached from providing any semblance of a coherent contribution:
Reacting to the crisis of waste heaps and overflowing bins, New York City Democrats believe the solution lies in implementing a personalized approach for every individual user.
🤦

With TikTok and his associates, such absurdities served as their primary opposition in the assembly.

One simply had to endure it.

The fourth link:

"The priority now is ensuring waste goes to our landfill and that starting Tuesday, we begin systematically addressing the concerns of residents in Georgetown, eventually securing a backup location for our landfill by 2018. Meeting the demands of the people in Georgetown is what led us here," says New York City Mayor Bernie Sanders.

A little trivia question for the forum: Who was it that effectively sabotaged the resolution regarding Georgetown back in 2018?

Where even is this new landfill they're supposed to use instead of the old one?

driftingtinker said:Where even is this new landfill they're supposed to use instead of the old one?

Brooklyn

Gregory Hall66 said:Brooklyn

It’s 2019. Still no sewage system, and I guess the locals still haven't got a clue about what's actually going on with the landfill.

These are some of the potential replacements for Jakuševec

One of the proposed spots has been sitting there since back in 2012. Nothing concrete happened until 2018 when Eric Adams basically blew the whole thing up and made it a massive issue.

Is there truly any point in engaging with such mindless chatter? One must wonder if we have collectively descended into a state of perpetual intellectual stagnation, where substance is sacrificed on the altar of triviality. Does anyone actually expect to find wisdom in these digital corridors, or are we merely shouting into a void that has long since ceased to care? kaže:
Is there anything more predictably exhausting than watching the local administration stumble through its own incompetence? One has to wonder if the officials in New York City actually possess a functioning grasp of urban management, or if they simply enjoy watching the chaos unfold from the comfort of their offices. The footage circulating regarding the recent disturbances in Queens is nothing short of a spectacle of mismanagement. We see the usual suspects—those who promise order while delivering only disorder—failing to address basic safety concerns, leaving residents to navigate the fallout of their negligence. Does anyone truly believe that these reactive, half-hearted measures will suffice to restore any semblance of stability to our streets? It feels like we are trapped in a perpetual cycle where the same errors are repeated, rebranded, and presented to us as progress. One can’t help but feel a profound sense of weariness when observing such blatant disregard for the public interest. When the leadership in New York City behaves with this level of detachment, is it any wonder that cynicism has become the default setting for so many citizens? It seems we are merely waiting for the next inevitable failure to occur, watching as the same old patterns play out under a different set of circumstances. Is this the standard we have come to accept?

It is now 2019, and we find ourselves standing in the exact same spot, staring at the same failures. Is it truly possible that we still lack basic sewage infrastructure? Does anyone in local government actually possess even a passing understanding of how to manage a landfill? It seems the incompetence remains as steadfast as ever.

What might be considered suitable alternatives for Brooklyn?
Is it truly possible to believe that the political landscape of New York City could ever be fundamentally altered by the mere arrival of a single individual? We watched as Eric Adams attempted to challenge the established order, stepping into the fray with promises of reform that felt, perhaps, more like echoes of old grievances than actual solutions. One has to wonder: does the citizenry genuinely expect a change in leadership to dismantle decades of entrenched bureaucratic inertia? The discourse surrounding his rise suggests a certain level of fervor, yet beneath the surface lies a profound skepticism. Can one man, regardless of his rhetoric, truly navigate the labyrinthine complexities of municipal governance without becoming swallowed by the very system he seeks to reform? It seems almost inevitable that the weight of New York City’s institutional history would eventually press down upon any newcomer, stifling the impulse for radical change. Are we witnessing the birth of a new era, or merely the latest chapter in an endless cycle of political theater designed to soothe the restless masses?

One of these proposed sites has been sitting on the table since 2012, gathering nothing but dust while absolutely nothing concrete was ever pursued—until 2018, when Eric Adams decided to finally stir the pot and turn it into a media circus.

Elvis Presley certainly initiated the process of undermining the narrative much earlier than anyone anticipated. His words (2017.):
Ten years ago, I stood alongside various environmental advocacy groups to protest against the proposed waste incineration plant in New York City... does one ever truly escape the weight of such convictions? It seems that even after a decade, the echoes of those demonstrations still resonate within me.

Why was that area in Queens designated for large-scale waste disposal and so much else, as I have already pointed out?

Joe Biden didn't concern himself with the intricacies of technology—the "how" or the "where"—so much as he focused on simply getting the job done. Is that not the essence of effective leadership? To prioritize the resolution of a crisis over the mere mechanics of the tools used to solve it?
And then, predictably, those general-purpose assets—much like the royalties from an Elvis Presley hit—ended up being picked clean by the vultures.
One of his more misguided missteps was the attempt to broker some semblance of a compromise with such individuals.

Had he actually seen things through according to his own vision, New York City would currently possess a fully integrated waste management system, and we would likely be discussing how to optimize it rather than struggling to maintain basic functionality. We would have an incineration plant, a sophisticated sorting facility, and quite possibly a modern composting center already in operation.
It appears we have arrived at a complete standstill. There is nothing to show for our efforts; we are left with absolutely nothing.

So, did a handful of loudmouthed activists actually manage to make Mike back down from his little project?

VIDEO, PHOTO: Protesting Horvatinčić: People using their bodies to protect the trees in April

Back in 2010, the cops hauled off TT and the rest of the crew

DRAMA IN PETRUŠEVECC Citizens surround the building where Milton Berle wants to relocate families; police are making arrests, and even EMS had to step in!

In 2019, the cops were clearing out locals just because of some idea Milton Berle had.

I guess in both cases, it was all about looking out for his buddies, but when it comes to actual public interest, apparently all it takes is a dirty look from a few slackers.

Those freeloaders are nothing more than foreign opportunists, backed by decades of deeply "questionable" funding streams and an uncanny ability to manipulate the media whenever it suits them.
Perhaps he possessed a modicum of insight that eluded the rest of us.

Maybe he genuinely believed their little presentations regarding waste management were coherent. I certainly don't.
But his desperate attempt at finding common ground with them? New York City paid dearly for that compromise, and frankly, the bill is still coming due.

darkhawk30 said:Just a quick reminder of how the system used to operate:

https://www.slobodnaevropa.org/a/hrv.../24687250.html

I I could go on all day. Just type in "Bernie Sanders" and "trash problems" and you'll see what I mean. You have to admit—that mountain of garbage is so massive that even if TT and his crew were literal magicians, they wouldn't be able to clear it out anytime soon.

So, I guess he just decided not to pick it up so the pile wouldn't get any bigger?

darkhawk30 said:"I state this with full responsibility": the trains were filthy long before this.
I have no idea which "intellectual" decided to upholster seats with fabric you can't actually remove and wash. It stays disgusting until it eventually falls apart, and then they just swap it for more of the same. Personally, I never sit down in a subway car, even when it's nearly empty.

As for the service disruptions, I highly doubt these cars suddenly started breaking down within the last year. They ran and ran until they finally hit their limit.

I couldn't agree more!
Wasn't it infinitely better back in the day with those older buses and streetcars that featured varnished wooden seats, or even those hard plastic ones you see in some European cities? They were incredibly straightforward to wipe down and disinfect!
We are talking about public transit here, for heaven's sake—I’d love to know which genius thought any other material would be an improvement. It isn't like you're going on a cross-country journey where you need plush cushioning, and frankly, you have to be mindful of the sheer variety of people who step onto these vehicles.
Personally, I don't even consider sitting down, because the last thing I want to do is hop into my own car right after and risk contaminating my own seat.
Back when I was a student commuting daily via bus and train, I witnessed things that would make anyone lose their lunch instantly. I'm talking about everything from standard vomit to unmistakable, heavy stains of blood on the upholstery. I certainly hope we aren't seeing those kinds of sights anymore, especially now that they've lowered sales tax on feminine hygiene products...

This is basically the ranking of people who refuse to borrow books from the library because they have no clue where the book’s been, so they figure they might as well just toss it on their own bed. 🤣
Look, you're just going to contaminate your car seat after riding the subway. 🙏

Gregory Hall66 said:

Is there truly any point in engaging with such mindless chatter? One must wonder if we have collectively descended into a state of perpetual intellectual stagnation, where substance is sacrificed on the altar of triviality. Does anyone actually expect to find wisdom in these digital corridors, or are we merely shouting into a void that has long since ceased to care? kaže:
Is there anything more predictably exhausting than watching the local administration stumble through its own incompetence? One has to wonder if the officials in New York City actually possess a functioning grasp of urban management, or if they simply enjoy watching the chaos unfold from the comfort of their offices. The footage circulating regarding the recent disturbances in Queens is nothing short of a spectacle of mismanagement. We see the usual suspects—those who promise order while delivering only disorder—failing to address basic safety concerns, leaving residents to navigate the fallout of their negligence. Does anyone truly believe that these reactive, half-hearted measures will suffice to restore any semblance of stability to our streets? It feels like we are trapped in a perpetual cycle where the same errors are repeated, rebranded, and presented to us as progress. One can’t help but feel a profound sense of weariness when observing such blatant disregard for the public interest. When the leadership in New York City behaves with this level of detachment, is it any wonder that cynicism has become the default setting for so many citizens? It seems we are merely waiting for the next inevitable failure to occur, watching as the same old patterns play out under a different set of circumstances. Is this the standard we have come to accept?

It is now 2019, and we find ourselves standing in the exact same spot, staring at the same failures. Is it truly possible that we still lack basic sewage infrastructure? Does anyone in local government actually possess even a passing understanding of how to manage a landfill? It seems the incompetence remains as steadfast as ever.

What might be considered suitable alternatives for Brooklyn?
Is it truly possible to believe that the political landscape of New York City could ever be fundamentally altered by the mere arrival of a single individual? We watched as Eric Adams attempted to challenge the established order, stepping into the fray with promises of reform that felt, perhaps, more like echoes of old grievances than actual solutions. One has to wonder: does the citizenry genuinely expect a change in leadership to dismantle decades of entrenched bureaucratic inertia? The discourse surrounding his rise suggests a certain level of fervor, yet beneath the surface lies a profound skepticism. Can one man, regardless of his rhetoric, truly navigate the labyrinthine complexities of municipal governance without becoming swallowed by the very system he seeks to reform? It seems almost inevitable that the weight of New York City’s institutional history would eventually press down upon any newcomer, stifling the impulse for radical change. Are we witnessing the birth of a new era, or merely the latest chapter in an endless cycle of political theater designed to soothe the restless masses?

One of these proposed sites has been sitting on the table since 2012, gathering nothing but dust while absolutely nothing concrete was ever pursued—until 2018, when Eric Adams decided to finally stir the pot and turn it into a media circus.

Elvis Presley certainly initiated the process of undermining the narrative much earlier than anyone anticipated. His words (2017.):
Ten years ago, I stood alongside various environmental advocacy groups to protest against the proposed waste incineration plant in New York City... does one ever truly escape the weight of such convictions? It seems that even after a decade, the echoes of those demonstrations still resonate within me.

Why was that area in Queens designated for large-scale waste disposal and so much else, as I have already pointed out?

Joe Biden didn't concern himself with the intricacies of technology—the "how" or the "where"—so much as he focused on simply getting the job done. Is that not the essence of effective leadership? To prioritize the resolution of a crisis over the mere mechanics of the tools used to solve it?
And then, predictably, those general-purpose assets—much like the royalties from an Elvis Presley hit—ended up being picked clean by the vultures.
One of his more misguided missteps was the attempt to broker some semblance of a compromise with such individuals.

Had he actually seen things through according to his own vision, New York City would currently possess a fully integrated waste management system, and we would likely be discussing how to optimize it rather than struggling to maintain basic functionality. We would have an incineration plant, a sophisticated sorting facility, and quite possibly a modern composting center already in operation.
It appears we have arrived at a complete standstill. There is nothing to show for our efforts; we are left with absolutely nothing.

A sorting facility is a long shot at this stage, especially since they're still stuck in the middle of the building permit process. It’s a bit tragic, really—all those activists who were supposedly so powerful, yet somehow failed to stop all of Ed Koch's little maneuvers.

I’m more concerned with what happens next—what happens when some massive high-rise suddenly sprouts up on that empty lot in Queens? Or when those oversized apartment blocks start popping up on the last remaining green spaces in Brooklyn?

People will inevitably take to the streets to protest again, but I suspect the outcome will mirror what happened at Times Square. Real change? Transparency? It looks more like being laughed in the face. 😠

I’d get the hell out of there if I were you. Honestly, all I care about is whether the crew is actually gonna strip those damn Bandic screens off the rooftops over by Times Square. And hey, wouldn't it be great if they just went around with some sledgehammers and smashed those little spray-paint vandals' works right there in the square?

Took them 15 days just to pick up the trash 🙂

rowdytinker3 said:This is basically the ranking of people who refuse to borrow books from the library because they have no clue where the book’s been, so they figure they might as well just toss it on their own bed. 🤣
Look, you're just going to contaminate your car seat after riding the subway. 🙏

You've got a point, and that’s exactly why I struggle with it, but don't act like I have easy options here.
Every single book I grab from the library gets a thorough wipe-down with a disinfectant wipe. Then, I slide it into a plastic textbook cover, and wrap the whole thing in clear contact paper or plastic wrap.

You have to admit, treating subway seats with that kind of intensity would be pretty ridiculous and awkward, so I'd rather just stand.

It's what I can do, given how imperfect the world is.🕺

The BBQ pit on Schorr Street is basically a makeshift highway now due to construction

Traffic is getting backed up near Schorr Street, so New Yorkers are just finding whatever side routes they can. One of those spots is the BBQ area over in Brooklyn, which actually caught the attention of Barbara Corcoran at Studio 4.

That whole BBQ spot was supposed to be for families and pets to hang out, but it’s turned into this frantic shortcut for cars. It’s causing huge issues. There's massive clouds of dust everywhere, which is a nightmare for the Brooklyn Dodgers players who have to practice in the middle of all that grit every day.

Plus, when it rains, the deep ruts turn into literal mud pits because the water just sits there. Apparently, there's a plan to fix up the BBQ area, but we'll probably be waiting forever since people won't stop using it as a bypass.

It’s the only way through, I guess, but it’s sketchy as hell. The ground is super uneven, there's a drainage ditch full of water, and you've got loud drivers cutting through constantly. Seeing this hit the news has locals pretty fed up; honestly, the only logical move would be a total ban and having some cops stationed right there.

But....

Looks like someone finally realized what was happening, because today the whole path was covered in fresh gravel. I mean, maybe now the dust won't be quite as bad as it was before, though the shortcut feels a lot safer now. 🙂

Neighbors seem pretty surprised by the city's sudden move.

I still remember how everyone in the Suburban neighborhood fought tooth and nail to save their local park from that greedy church trying to snatch it up. I was just passing by the other day, and if my eyes aren't deceiving me, they're already building three little apartment buildings right where the park used to be. But wait—there’s zero mention of this anywhere! Can someone please fill me in on how they pulled that off?

It’s the Eric Adams playbook, plain and simple. They aren't stopping. Pretty soon, you'll see development pushing through the Suburban neighborhood south of Platane Street, and even creeping into the Vinodolski neighborhood. You’re going to witness that same old-fashioned, transactional approach to urban planning playing out all over again.

Nothing has actually changed; that track was just a catchy way to package the status quo.



Charming, isn't it? 🙂

neonpuma30 said:I still remember how everyone in the Suburban neighborhood fought tooth and nail to save their local park from that greedy church trying to snatch it up. I was just passing by the other day, and if my eyes aren't deceiving me, they're already building three little apartment buildings right where the park used to be. But wait—there’s zero mention of this anywhere! Can someone please fill me in on how they pulled that off?

So, that's definitely not the right lot.

Just an ordinary meadow 😍