A Megaproject Unresolved: What’s Happening with Atlantic Yards?

Hugely controversial when proposed (in 2003) and later approved, the megaproject Atlantic Yards (in 2014 renamed Pacific Park Brooklyn), is at an inflection point. See what’s been built (the Barclays Center, home to the Brooklyn Nets; 8 of 15-16 towers) and what remains: a costly deck over an MTA railyard, supporting proposed larger towers, and a two-tower project opposite the arena.
With watchdog journalist Norman Oder, learn about the project’s history, uncertain timetable, changing designs (and ownership), and questions about proposed new density, financing, timing, and affordable housing, as well as oversight. Issues include public accountability, open space, arena design/operations, & the changing neighborhood/Brooklyn context.
We will walk around much of the 22-acre site’s perimeter, plus a few adjacent blocks.