Benches Removed From Roosevelt Landings Main Street Windowed Atrium Area – Some Residents Unhappy That Long Time Communal Gathering Spot For Elderly And Youth Gone, Others Say It Is Necessary To Be Rid Of Drug Dealing, Loud Music And Loitering

The cement benches inside the Roosevelt Island Main Street windowed atrium were recently removed by Roosevelt Landings building ownership.

I asked Roosevelt Landings managing agent C+C Management:

Why are the sidewalk benches under the arcade being removed? Some residents were pleased they are being removed and others object.

A C+C Management spokesperson answered:

After multiple discussions with RIOC and Public Safety, the benches were removed to reduce loitering and smoking in the area.

Comments on Roosevelt Islander Instagram post about the bench removals include:

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