Can’t get more high earning residents without these types of developments big or small

I think Newark needs more high earning residents who pay taxes and spend money in the city. That will create more jobs for native Newarkers, and provide the city with its much needed funds for projects further out in the wards.

affordable for the types of people they want

20 percent is the law. It’s not a concession. Certainly people Who love the project as it is currently designed, should write letters and show up and voice of support. But given that the developers bought a building they knew was in a historic district, they should at least give some consideration to the historic context in terms of materials. Not that the building has to be smaller. But there was another post on here that showed all kinds or BIG buildings that looked a little bit more Art Deco with brick and symmetrical windows etc. Not a giant piece of spiral glass that looks like it’s from Miami or Dubai

They want to make money, I want a better city.

Thanks for helping

If they want support from me I need to see them plant 47 trees

See that’s the problem, idk why everyone think that Newark is a city of poor people. Have any of you ever been inside these new developments or know who live in them. Some of y’all think that only white people and Asians live inside these developments. I work at swahili, I’ve been in the parking lot, the majority of people of color that lives inside this building is crazy, and many of them are from Newark. There is a percentage of people in Newark that can actually afford these developments. Yes we have some poor people but let’s be grateful that our people can live inside this. You’ll be amazed with how many people of color live inside Shaq tower 1

Check out McGoverns Tavern on New Street. Great spot to grab a bite to eat before a game.

Exactly. I was born in Newark, experienced much of my life here, and live here now. Most people look at Newark and just see “building opportunity”, with no regard to the actual condition of Newark, in terms of its residents, income and quality of life. And it’s upsetting, because Newark can be GREAT, but only if it gets the help it actually needs and not the “help” people want to give it.

That's why I'm a little suspicious with all the posting and enthusiasm about all these new real estate developments happening in this subreddit. The people I know that live in Newark can't afford anything in these new developments. I'm not saying we should leave vacant lots and abandoned buildings but don't act like the residents who were here in the bad times are going to be able to still be here in good times. These developments aren't geared towards born and raised

I fully agree with this. Most people don’t make what “affordable housing” costs usually are, especially in Newark.

Every time you hear about a developer, giving a percentage of affordable housing and then you see what they want for that supposed affordable housing it's not really affordable. Over the years looking up at rents here and in New York City, I'm more convinced the term affordable housing is a buzzword than an actual thing

So far the developer has agreed to 20 percent affordable housing, and I believe the current stores will have a new location inside the tower first floors

If you email Calvin he’ll make sure they get the letters and read them.

Is the developer changing the design at all or making any compromises?

Should we email Calvin? What do we say? Should I email LaMonica and say I am in support?

I would simply ban people who instead of using the search feature believe reddit users are their personal concierge

Here is what I learned from the community meeting yesterday with the people behind The Arc Tower. This tower needs our support more than ever, and here's how you can help...........

• Calvin Sounders and myself wants us and other Newarkers to voice their support for the tower on board meetings and also writing letters to these board members and the city. If they see that there is support for the tower and the majority of people in the council meeting support the tower, than it should get approved. Let’s not make James street be the only ones getting to decide. As for the letters you can send them to Calvin Sounders or to the board members. Find friends and families who could support the tower. Imagine if 100 of us or even 1000 of us show up to the meeting ready to support. This is more about having a fancy tower, it’s about the future of Newark. Ask not what Newark can do for you, but what can you do for Newark!

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Oof. Bummer. Maybe check hours for Gallery Aferro or Project for Empty Space.

Can we just pin a “things to do in Newark” thread to the top of the sub. I can only type Casa de Paco so many times…

The Newark museum is not open on Tuesdays

Second the Newark Museum. Grab some food at the Yard and a beer at Newark Local before the game. All walkable.

Maybe get in an Uber to visit All Points West or the Cathedral Basilica is you want to get outside downtown and hit up a quick spot.

If I were you, I'd head up towards Newark Museum. Super cool, and can easily kill an hour or two there.

It's across the street from Halsey st, which has a bunch of small restaurants, a coffee shop.

Also across the park is Newark Local Brewery if you want to sneak in a few pints before the game.

Maybe a 15m walk from the brewery to Pru.

Not sure about how long to arrive before a game

It’s okay