It was just a matter of time.
A few days ago, we shared Brooklyn Paper‘s news about the possibility of an access bridge from Montague St. to Brooklyn Bridge Park.
Today, the Eagle writes about the inevitable objections raised by Montague St. residents.
Montague Street to Brooklyn Bridge Park will ruin the “peace and relaxation” of the Brooklyn Heights Promenade and infringe on the Promenade’s protected views, say some Heights residents who live near Montague Street.
Predictably, the business interests on Montague feel differently:
…the increased pedestrian traffic would be a boost to businesses, said Kate Chura, executive director of the Montague Street Business Improvement District.
But Rick Dean, president of the co-op board at 2 Montague Terrace, says the idea requires much more study before any support is given. The stately 2 Montague Terrace is adjacent to the walkway connecting Montague Street to the Promenade.
Among the most serious objections came from the president of the co-op board at 2 Montague Terrace, Rick Dean, according to the Eagle, which quoted him as saying in a letter to the Brooklyn Heights Association that a new bridge could “kill the neighborhood.”
The comments came at a meeting last Thursday.
Was anyone else present? Anything to add to the conversation?
Check out the Eagle for more details, and let us know what you think…
