Residents Voice Objections to Members Club Proposal at 854 5th Avenue

Residents expressed significant concerns over a proposed members club at 854 5th Avenue during the recent New York City Planning Commission public meeting. Attendees highlighted various quality of life issues related to the location, specifically noting the challenging conditions present along some streets and sidewalks in Midtown South.

Community representatives acknowledged that they had heard these concerns during the planning process, emphasizing the need for ongoing dialogue. The commission recognized the importance of listening to public feedback as they move forward with the proposal, although they admitted they may not have immediate solutions during the meeting.

Furthermore, the Midtown community’s initiatives, including the Midtown Community Improvement Coalition, aim to address these local issues by fostering collaboration between community groups, government agencies, and other stakeholders. This coalition seeks to improve conditions in the area as development projects, like the members club, progress. (Source: https://youtu.be/guf7sYbd2wM&t=7556).