Adi Talwar
The northwest view from the intersection of Baltic Street and 4th Avenue, an area covered by the city's proposed rezoning.
‘The de Blasio administration must recommit to advancing its first rezoning in what is now a majority white, middle-income neighborhood and ensure that the vision of a thriving, inclusive, and resilient Gowanus is actually realized.’
‘The City Council vote is the first of a series of land use decisions for the neighborhood and provides an opportunity to thoughtfully plan for the future of Gowanus.’
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