Interesting semi-related to what we talk about here item. Seems Gov. Cuomo has announced a new rail line extension from Willets Point to LaGuardia. From he map it appears that your favorite tailgate lot is a goner (so is your favorite make-out spot by the water) and that the line will have a nice view of the mall. Enjoy the additional construction delays in the area!
The Willet Point IRT Station will finally be handicapped accessible.
” In the audience were representatives of the Wilpon family, which owns Citi Field and the Mets, and the Related Companies, one of Mr. Cuomo’s largest donors; Related Companies is redeveloping land around the proposed AirTrain terminal.” http://www.nytimes.com/2015/01/21/nyregion/cuomo-proposes-train-link-to-la-guardia-airport.html?ref=nyregion