Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation — Local services in New York

They promote free sock give aways than actually address the concerns of the neighborhood. I’ve sent countless of community requests that never been followed up. From stolen packages, to trash, to drug abuse that hasn’t been dealt with or getting local authorities involved. They spend more of our tax dollars creating events, than improving the roads, infrastructure, and even the public recreation of benches for residents who are elders / disabled to sit in. There is more focus of care to tourists who abuse our gondola 🚡 than prioritizing the transportation needs of locals. There’s no social services for young adults, lgbtq community, and the no affordable public housing, as the island is becoming rapidly privatized and overpriced. From the plight of terminally ill patients at Coler hospital, to a lack of government oversight, where is this agency actually...

Who would have known that a simple tram ride would have been such an enjoyable experience. I felt like a tourist. I snapped tons of pics. The view was so gorgeous. Going towards the Island I rode in the front. Going toward city the view from the back is best. The fair is the $2.50. Same as NYC subway & train. The turnstiles take metrocards only. You can also use your unlimited metrocards, therefore price is included. The tram itself was bigger than what I expected. Its very spacious and you dont feel claustophobic unless you go on it during rush hour. The ride was smooth as well so no worries about it shaking. Not a bad idea as...

❗MOST BEAUTIFUL LITTLE ISLAND❗ I ENJOY VISITING. HOW ABOUT BUILDING/INSTALLING A PRIVATE, MEMBERSHIP FOR RESIDENTS, MINI BEACH WITH A LOW LEVEL WATER RIVER POOL ON THE RIGHT HAND SIDE JUST BEFORE ENTERING THE ROOSEVELT MONUMENT PARK WHERE NEW RENOVATIONS ARE BEING DONE (with music, a mini fast food restaurant and fruit juice bar and other activities)❓❓❓ CAN ASK FOR DONATIONS FROM COMPANIES, THE RICH AND RESIDENTS. YEARLY PUBLIC PAID INVITATES CAN...