Comments for Dumbo NYC http://dumbonyc.com Notes from the DUMBO, Brooklyn NY neighborhood Thu, 17 May 2012 02:51:51 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Comment on ConEd Substation Explosion Collateral Damage by asdf http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CommentsForDumboNyc/~3/HC0yfkfXhtE/ asdf Thu, 17 May 2012 02:51:51 +0000 http://dumbonyc.com/?p=10041#comment-390115 Find out about the clean up from the explosion last year as well. They barely cleaned up John St after flooding it with contaminated water from the sprinklers which went right into the storm drain into the river... Find out about the clean up from the explosion last year as well. They barely cleaned up John St after flooding it with contaminated water from the sprinklers which went right into the storm drain into the river…

]]> http://dumbonyc.com/2012/05/14/coned-substation-explosion-collateral-damage/comment-page-1/#comment-390115 Comment on ConEd Substation Explosion Collateral Damage by Adm http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CommentsForDumboNyc/~3/PDdU0xTZf0M/ Adm Wed, 16 May 2012 20:38:06 +0000 http://dumbonyc.com/?p=10041#comment-389857 Thank you Aldona for the update. We're not saying that the plant owners need to leave. It's their property to begin with, so we have no right to tell them what to do with it. However, events there that affect the community are harmful, we need to be aware of it and be concerned that the ConEd operators are complying with all environmental safety requirements. Thank you Aldona for the update. We’re not saying that the plant owners need to leave. It’s their property to begin with, so we have no right to tell them what to do with it. However, events there that affect the community are harmful, we need to be aware of it and be concerned that the ConEd operators are complying with all environmental safety requirements.

]]> http://dumbonyc.com/2012/05/14/coned-substation-explosion-collateral-damage/comment-page-1/#comment-389857 Comment on ConEd Substation Explosion Collateral Damage by Aldona Vaiciunas- President-Vinegar Hill Neighborhood Association http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CommentsForDumboNyc/~3/OH5_dOi95vs/ Aldona Vaiciunas- President-Vinegar Hill Neighborhood Association Wed, 16 May 2012 20:11:43 +0000 http://dumbonyc.com/?p=10041#comment-389835 I have been in constant contact with Con Edison regarding their demolition of the plant and the blast that has occurred. The main demolition of the plant is certainly planned, but at the moment has been forestalled for budgetary reasons and will take many years to achieve. The facility presently and will in the future likely continue to act as a transfer point for steam from the Navy Yard Co-Generating facility;the steam is used in the heating and cooling systems of older buildings in the City. I have already set up a meeting with Con Ed and VHNA for next week to discuss the specifics and the findings of their investigation of this fire. I have been in constant contact with Con Edison regarding their demolition of the plant and the blast that has occurred.
The main demolition of the plant is certainly planned, but at the moment has been forestalled for budgetary reasons and will take many years to achieve. The facility presently and will in the future likely continue to act as a transfer point for steam from the Navy Yard Co-Generating facility;the steam is used in the heating and cooling systems of older buildings in the City.
I have already set up a meeting with Con Ed and VHNA for next week to discuss the specifics and the findings of their investigation of this fire.

]]> http://dumbonyc.com/2012/05/14/coned-substation-explosion-collateral-damage/comment-page-1/#comment-389835 Comment on ConEd Substation Explosion Collateral Damage by Emery http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CommentsForDumboNyc/~3/5eTwXdQchSY/ Emery Wed, 16 May 2012 17:55:30 +0000 http://dumbonyc.com/?p=10041#comment-389663 @Kathy G, there have been NUMEROUS reports on this website, Brooklyn Eagle, Brownstoner, and elsewhere that ConEd WILL be dismantling that station. As to the accuracy of these reports, I can't say. Would love if someone could get some actual information from ConEd on this. @Kathy G, there have been NUMEROUS reports on this website, Brooklyn Eagle, Brownstoner, and elsewhere that ConEd WILL be dismantling that station. As to the accuracy of these reports, I can’t say. Would love if someone could get some actual information from ConEd on this.

]]> http://dumbonyc.com/2012/05/14/coned-substation-explosion-collateral-damage/comment-page-1/#comment-389663 Comment on ConEd Substation Explosion Collateral Damage by Emery http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CommentsForDumboNyc/~3/dLUB4FZUyuk/ Emery Wed, 16 May 2012 17:51:52 +0000 http://dumbonyc.com/?p=10041#comment-389660 ConEd moving out would obviously be ideal for the transitioning neighborhood but of course it is their rightful property to keep. That being said, explosions leaking toxic chemicals is not what anyone signed up for. If that were part in parcel for a substation, the mixed use rezoning would have never passed. Had someone unfortunately been walking by when the explosion occurred (such as I often do) they could have been killed or exposed to a lethal amount of toxic chemicals. PCBs were banned in 1977. I would assume the ConEd plant was built prior to that ban and therefore is legally allowed to continue their use of this chemical. That being said, if regular explosions (2 in 6 months) is the norm for this station, the community needs to step in and say that's not ok or ConEd needs to enclose that substation to protect pedestrians in the event of a future explosion. The fact they are using a banned toxic chemical makes this an even more pressing matter. I would like to see the full report and perhaps CB2 should commission their own environmental study to ensure our streets are safe and clean. I certainly would not take ConEd's word for it. I wonder if the opinions would be any different if someone were seriously injured or killed. Let's not let it get to that and step up as a community to keep it safe. ConEd moving out would obviously be ideal for the transitioning neighborhood but of course it is their rightful property to keep. That being said, explosions leaking toxic chemicals is not what anyone signed up for. If that were part in parcel for a substation, the mixed use rezoning would have never passed. Had someone unfortunately been walking by when the explosion occurred (such as I often do) they could have been killed or exposed to a lethal amount of toxic chemicals. PCBs were banned in 1977. I would assume the ConEd plant was built prior to that ban and therefore is legally allowed to continue their use of this chemical. That being said, if regular explosions (2 in 6 months) is the norm for this station, the community needs to step in and say that’s not ok or ConEd needs to enclose that substation to protect pedestrians in the event of a future explosion. The fact they are using a banned toxic chemical makes this an even more pressing matter. I would like to see the full report and perhaps CB2 should commission their own environmental study to ensure our streets are safe and clean. I certainly would not take ConEd’s word for it. I wonder if the opinions would be any different if someone were seriously injured or killed. Let’s not let it get to that and step up as a community to keep it safe.

]]> http://dumbonyc.com/2012/05/14/coned-substation-explosion-collateral-damage/comment-page-1/#comment-389660 Comment on ConEd Substation Explosion Collateral Damage by Kathy G http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CommentsForDumboNyc/~3/apSFZ_FfM8A/ Kathy G Wed, 16 May 2012 17:50:42 +0000 http://dumbonyc.com/?p=10041#comment-389657 No, Con Ed is NOT going anywhere. I've been here over 8 years(I work across the street from one plant and live across the street from another) and I know where I moved and am not advocating that they move nor shut down. I accept completely where I live, really enjoy VH and am not being all NIMBY. But I would like Con Ed to give us some straight answers, and a bit of information as to what we should do if the smoke from the explosion infiltrated where we live. For example, should we change our A/C filters, do I NOT eat the veggies and fruits that are in my garden, should I be doing something else besides just the regular cleaning I did on my terrace, is my dog safe to roll around out there, etc.? I don't think that's too much to ask. It was not an insignificant fire/explosion and it did effect several residents' homes that day. I accept the risks of living so close to the Con Ed plants, but would just like them to consider their neighbors when accidents like this happen. I'm sure they would inform and educate residents if they had any of their own family members living here. The FDNY felt it was necessary to set up 2 D-con trucks for their first responders - that was a big enough sign for me to be concerned. No, Con Ed is NOT going anywhere. I’ve been here over 8 years(I work across the street from one plant and live across the street from another) and I know where I moved and am not advocating that they move nor shut down. I accept completely where I live, really enjoy VH and am not being all NIMBY. But I would like Con Ed to give us some straight answers, and a bit of information as to what we should do if the smoke from the explosion infiltrated where we live. For example, should we change our A/C filters, do I NOT eat the veggies and fruits that are in my garden, should I be doing something else besides just the regular cleaning I did on my terrace, is my dog safe to roll around out there, etc.? I don’t think that’s too much to ask. It was not an insignificant fire/explosion and it did effect several residents’ homes that day. I accept the risks of living so close to the Con Ed plants, but would just like them to consider their neighbors when accidents like this happen. I’m sure they would inform and educate residents if they had any of their own family members living here. The FDNY felt it was necessary to set up 2 D-con trucks for their first responders – that was a big enough sign for me to be concerned.

]]> http://dumbonyc.com/2012/05/14/coned-substation-explosion-collateral-damage/comment-page-1/#comment-389657 Comment on LuckyRice Night Market Returning to Dumbo by Tom http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CommentsForDumboNyc/~3/vfD-Jk-mHOk/ Tom Wed, 16 May 2012 17:15:31 +0000 http://dumbonyc.com/?p=7088#comment-389622 Went to this event a few weekends back thinking there was going to be yummy fried foods and authentic asian street fare. BUT there was NONE of that. My girlfriend and I split up so that we could try all the food and was not impressed one bit by any of the offerings from the restaurants. The best thing was the all natural ginger ale. This is our first time attending an asian night market in NYC, and because of the experience we had at this event, we will no longer be attending any of them. When you think asian street food, the first thing that pops into your head, for those of you that have experience Asian street food, is DEEP FRIED goodies. Also there were two places serving korean fusion style bibimbap (which was terrible btw...) No where in Seoul do you find a street vendor selling bibimbap, NO WHERE!!! Also the night markets in Kuala Lumpur offer service and seating, so this event was far from an authentic "Night Market". Next year the name of this event should be changed to "Asian Fusion Night Market" with a description of what to expect. - Expect Crowds so get there early (5pm) - Once you're in the tunnel, there will be utter chaos - Lining up for food? F**K that just go up to the front and cut in. - The food prepared will be Asian FUSION, mediocre, and not authentic. - Did we already mention the food will be "just ok"? - Don't come hungry or you will leave hungry That way less people will buy tickets for the event providing a better experience to those who actually decide to go next year. Oh and we emailed Lucky Rice about our dissatisfaction, and the best they offered was a discount for their next event along with the "I'm sorry but all ticket sales are non-refundable" Went to this event a few weekends back thinking there was going to be yummy fried foods and authentic asian street fare. BUT there was NONE of that. My girlfriend and I split up so that we could try all the food and was not impressed one bit by any of the offerings from the restaurants. The best thing was the all natural ginger ale.

This is our first time attending an asian night market in NYC, and because of the experience we had at this event, we will no longer be attending any of them. When you think asian street food, the first thing that pops into your head, for those of you that have experience Asian street food, is DEEP FRIED goodies. Also there were two places serving korean fusion style bibimbap (which was terrible btw…) No where in Seoul do you find a street vendor selling bibimbap, NO WHERE!!! Also the night markets in Kuala Lumpur offer service and seating, so this event was far from an authentic “Night Market”.

Next year the name of this event should be changed to “Asian Fusion Night Market” with a description of what to expect.

- Expect Crowds so get there early (5pm)
- Once you’re in the tunnel, there will be utter chaos
- Lining up for food? F**K that just go up to the front and cut in.
- The food prepared will be Asian FUSION, mediocre, and not authentic.
- Did we already mention the food will be “just ok”?
- Don’t come hungry or you will leave hungry

That way less people will buy tickets for the event providing a better experience to those who actually decide to go next year.

Oh and we emailed Lucky Rice about our dissatisfaction, and the best they offered was a discount for their next event along with the “I’m sorry but all ticket sales are non-refundable”

]]> http://dumbonyc.com/2011/02/04/luckyrice-night-market-returning-to-dumbo/comment-page-1/#comment-389622 Comment on Fire at ConEd Plant in Vinegar Hill Yesterday (Again) by China http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CommentsForDumboNyc/~3/Dos-4tG1Z7o/ China Wed, 16 May 2012 16:19:57 +0000 http://dumbonyc.com/?p=9968#comment-389562 Con Ed is not going to be selling their land so get over Brooklyn Bridge Park going there. You people must live in some sort of TV reality world. Con Ed is not going to be selling their land so get over Brooklyn Bridge Park going there. You people must live in some sort of TV reality world.

]]> http://dumbonyc.com/2012/04/30/coned-fire/comment-page-1/#comment-389562 Comment on ConEd Substation Explosion Collateral Damage by China http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CommentsForDumboNyc/~3/6tQ5_BGGXZA/ China Wed, 16 May 2012 16:10:05 +0000 http://dumbonyc.com/?p=10041#comment-389548 It is unbelievable that everyone has an opinion about who should go and who should stay. Hey People,you know what, you knew when you rented or bought your apartments where you were buying them. This was no surprise so quit your holier than thou act and NIMBY and get all the facts straight. How convenient it is to only supply one page of a report instead of the entire package and how fast you are to act and judge. Con Ed isn't going anywhere. It is unbelievable that everyone has an opinion about who should go and who should stay. Hey People,you know what, you knew when you rented or bought your apartments where you were buying them. This was no surprise so quit your holier than thou act and NIMBY and get all the facts straight. How convenient it is to only supply one page of a report instead of the entire package and how fast you are to act and judge. Con Ed isn’t going anywhere.

]]> http://dumbonyc.com/2012/05/14/coned-substation-explosion-collateral-damage/comment-page-1/#comment-389548 Comment on ConEd Substation Explosion Collateral Damage by MCR http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CommentsForDumboNyc/~3/0jtIPLVJAZc/ MCR Wed, 16 May 2012 12:58:10 +0000 http://dumbonyc.com/?p=10041#comment-389338 Will there be any toxic PCB discounts from 205 Water of Kirkman Loft's? Will there be any toxic PCB discounts from 205 Water of Kirkman Loft’s?

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]]> http://dumbonyc.com/2008/03/22/dumbo-links-week-of-16mar08/comment-page-1/#comment-388592 Comment on City Limited Filming in Dumbo Last Month by Steve http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CommentsForDumboNyc/~3/sytVUwSyNMk/ Steve Tue, 15 May 2012 18:47:51 +0000 http://dumbonyc.com/?p=10045#comment-388395 As a writer I am in no way opposed to filming in Dumbo, especially when done by companies like the Boardwalk Empire crew who try to be as least disruptive as possible, I do have to disagree with Mark on one thing. The film crews, most especially the bigger productions, do not in any way assist local Dumbo businesses directly. Almost every production brings in their own catering. That said I firmly believe the city's overall economy benefits greatly. As a writer I am in no way opposed to filming in Dumbo, especially when done by companies like the Boardwalk Empire crew who try to be as least disruptive as possible, I do have to disagree with Mark on one thing. The film crews, most especially the bigger productions, do not in any way assist local Dumbo businesses directly. Almost every production brings in their own catering. That said I firmly believe the city’s overall economy benefits greatly.

]]> http://dumbonyc.com/2012/05/15/city-limited-filming-in-dumbo-last-month/comment-page-1/#comment-388395 Comment on ConEd Substation Explosion Collateral Damage by Emery http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CommentsForDumboNyc/~3/lFpGLlHWYno/ Emery Tue, 15 May 2012 18:34:20 +0000 http://dumbonyc.com/?p=10041#comment-388382 PCB production was actually banned in 1977 so it's shocking to learn this site still uses it (I assume as coolant). Im all for a community organized effort to get these guys to clean up or move out. 2 explosions in 6 months is not acceptable. PCB production was actually banned in 1977 so it’s shocking to learn this site still uses it (I assume as coolant). Im all for a community organized effort to get these guys to clean up or move out. 2 explosions in 6 months is not acceptable.

]]> http://dumbonyc.com/2012/05/14/coned-substation-explosion-collateral-damage/comment-page-1/#comment-388382 Comment on ConEd Substation Explosion Collateral Damage by asdf http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CommentsForDumboNyc/~3/ilOpAe251WE/ asdf Tue, 15 May 2012 01:06:38 +0000 http://dumbonyc.com/?p=10041#comment-387598 You should have already called your insurance company, the car is totaled as its now a hazardous material and I assume can't just be scrapped. Prepare for a few grand from insurance (never take their first offer) and a lengthy court process for damages from the city & ConEd (considering FDNY released your dog covered in PCBs) Who can we contact with a FOIA for an environmental report from the previous fire? You should have already called your insurance company, the car is totaled as its now a hazardous material and I assume can’t just be scrapped.
Prepare for a few grand from insurance (never take their first offer) and a lengthy court process for damages from the city & ConEd (considering FDNY released your dog covered in PCBs)
Who can we contact with a FOIA for an environmental report from the previous fire?

]]> http://dumbonyc.com/2012/05/14/coned-substation-explosion-collateral-damage/comment-page-1/#comment-387598 Comment on ConEd Substation Explosion Collateral Damage by Kathy G http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CommentsForDumboNyc/~3/ZrnqLtlP6lg/ Kathy G Tue, 15 May 2012 00:02:16 +0000 http://dumbonyc.com/?p=10041#comment-387560 Don't know who pursued this (no name mentioned) but I am very grateful that you did. Our building at 260 Water St was completely engulfed with the smoke and it left a very noticeable residue all over my terrace (where I grow vegetables, etc. and where my dog spends a lot of time). It was very difficult to clean it off the furniture, etc. I inquired myself re: testing my soil, a/c filter, etc. but was told that Con Ed doesn't test privately. You are so right in that we ALL should be concerned. I have contacted the President of the Vinegar Hill Neighborhood Association requesting that she speak with Con Ed as well. If others live in DUMBO, not VH, I would advise you to contact the DUMBO neighborhood Association as well. Collective voices make a difference. And let's use this forum to keep each other posted. I am so sorry about your car, etc. but thank you so much for taking the first steps toward this investigation. Don’t know who pursued this (no name mentioned) but I am very grateful that you did. Our building at 260 Water St was completely engulfed with the smoke and it left a very noticeable residue all over my terrace (where I grow vegetables, etc. and where my dog spends a lot of time). It was very difficult to clean it off the furniture, etc. I inquired myself re: testing my soil, a/c filter, etc. but was told that Con Ed doesn’t test privately. You are so right in that we ALL should be concerned. I have contacted the President of the Vinegar Hill Neighborhood Association requesting that she speak with Con Ed as well. If others live in DUMBO, not VH, I would advise you to contact the DUMBO neighborhood Association as well. Collective voices make a difference. And let’s use this forum to keep each other posted. I am so sorry about your car, etc. but thank you so much for taking the first steps toward this investigation.

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