Residents,
soccer fans, merchants, community organizations and elected officials
will have a chance to discuss a proposal to build a soccer stadium on
River Avenue at 157th Street.
The 161st Street BID will be hosting a meeting on January 15 at 7:30 PM at 900 Grand Concourse (161st Street) to provide everyone a chance to express themselves on this topic.
“This is a chance to gather the thoughts and feelings of the
community,” noted Dr. Cary Goodman, the BID’s executive director. “The
Town Hall Meeting will give opponents and those who want a new stadium a
chance to share their opinions and hear others.”
The meeting is open to the public and free.
Participating organizations and institutions include The Bronx Museum
of the Arts, Community Board 4, Mid-Bronx Senior Citizens Council,The
Highbridge Life Center, Bronx Health Reach, South Bronx United, Hostos
Community College and The Bronx Council on Environmental Quality.
