FEBRUARY 2008 |
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New York City Economic Development Corporation is pleased to announce major economic development events that are taking place throughout New York City, including major lease signings and a historic redevelopment in Lower Manhattan, in this month's edition of NYCVISION.
Brought to you by New York City Economic Development Corporation, NYCVISION provides the latest news and information on economic development initiatives that are contributing to the City's growth across the five boroughs. We encourage you to visit our website, www.nycedc.com to learn more about how we work to help companies Make It Here. |
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| NEWS HIGHLIGHTS |
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Seth Pinsky Named NYCEDC President
Mayor Bloomberg announced the appointment of Seth Pinsky as President of New York City Economic Development Corporation, filling the position vacated with Bob Lieber's appointment as Deputy Mayor for Economic Development. He has managed financial analysis and structuring for some of the City's major projects including Hudson Yards, the World Trade Center, Yankees and Mets Stadiums and Queens West. Prior to joining NYCEDC in 2003, Mr. Pinsky was an associate at the law firm of Cleary Gottlieb, Steen & Hamilton in the Real Estate practice. Mr. Pinsky will oversee nearly 400 employees engaged in a wide array of economic development projects in all five boroughs. |
| Seth Pinsky Press Release > |
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Goldman Extends Lease at One New York Plaza
Goldman Sachs recently extended its lease for 517,000 square feet at One New York Plaza. The lease is for 15 months and will expire December 31, 2009, giving the company breathing room as it awaits the completion of its new headquarters in Battery Park City, scheduled to be completed by late 2009. |
| Goldman Sachs News Article > |
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Historic Lower Manhattan Pier Ready for Restoration
NYCEDC has chosen the Battery Park City Authority (BPCA) to redevelop Pier A, the historic three-story pier located at the southern tip of Manhattan built in 1886. Pier A is a 30,000 square foot facility containing three floors of usable space. |
| Battery Park City Press Release > |
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United Nations Finds Temporary Home
According to Real Estate Weekly, the United Nations is negotiating a roughly 600,000 square foot lease at 380 Madison Avenue while the UN's East Side campus begins a major renovation. The space will be used to relocate as many as 1,700 employees from the organization's Secretariat Building, which is expected to complete renovations within three years. |
| United Nations News Article > |
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| SEEKING PROPOSALS |
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A number of unique and exciting projects are available through NYCEDC, offering companies the opportunity to add to the changing face of the City. Respective RFP's can be found below and contain distinct information related to the scope of service, scheduled site visits, Q&A's and submission deadlines. |
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| LEASING OPPORTUNITIES |
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From time to time, leasing opportunities become available for city-owned properties. Find more information about current opportunities below. |
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