nydailynews.com/2026/07/12/d… Contemporary engineering has not resolved these old risks, and the report does not pretend otherwise. Langan writes that, on similar projects, “groundwater eventually leaks through the numerous pile-to-pile cold joints,” and that water will also rise into the excavation through fractures in the bedrock below the wall. Pumping during excavation draws down the water table outside the wall as well. The report is unusually candid about what follows: soils compress, adjacent structures settle, and older buildings on timber piles are particularly vulnerable, because removing the water exposes wood piles to air within the soil and begins their decay. In organic pond mud, settlement can amount to inches and is essentially permanent.

Sacrificing the health of Chinatown residents is not justifiable by anyone .

Last block party of the summer hosted by @ThinkChinatown at my newsstand at 21 mott. Summer vibes . Support your local small businesses and non profit institutions.

Chinatown Block party hosted by @ThinkChinatown !! Small Property owners like me are proud to partner with our vital nonprofits to support local businesses and culture. That my grandmother's newsstand from 1928. And the famous egg cake lady of the 1990's

Here's your weekend reminder that NYC @NYCMayor is building the tallest jail in the world, which when completed with also be the most expensive building built ever built in North America per sq ft. at $3500/ ft. @NYCCouncil @CrimJusticeNYC @NYCDDC @SpeakerMenin @AAFederation @AAFE1974 @cpc_nyc

So, im enjoying the birthday of St Rocco on Mott st. In front of the Church of The Transfiguration. And this happens, like i dont know what that means. Gtfoh ! Why?

Thank you @ABC7NY for the coverage of our town hall that pointed to elevated air pollution levels surrounding the manhattan jail site, jeopardizing thousands. Including Asian women who are more susceptible to lung cancer. Than others, according to a new study

luma.com/town-hall-megajail-… A Readout of New Data: Health Risks & Air Quality Levels of Chinatown’s Megajail ​As the excavation and construction phases of the Manhattan Borough-Based “Megajail” begin, there are growing concerns in Chinatown of a repeat of the issues present throughout the demolition phase. This time, the air, noise, and vibration issues will persist for several years. ​Following a previous town hall with Neighbors United Below Canal, which examined the health and environmental risks posed by the demolition phase, we are reconvening the community on Aug 13th from 6-8 PM at The Hub to continue the conversation and to look ahead in preparation for the construction phase. ​This panel will discuss findings from a recent air quality monitoring study conducted during the megajail’s demolition phase, and share experiences advocating for improved safety measures and how we can fight together for better solutions. ​Limited seating: RSVP to reserve your spot. Hope to see you there. ​Language Services Available: Mandarin and Cantonese interpreters will be present at this event. ​Important Note: This event will be photographed and/or filmed. ​市民大會:清淨空氣行動 ​最新數據發布:華埠「超級監獄」的健康風險與空氣品質狀況 ​隨著曼哈頓行政區「超級監獄」進入挖掘與施工階段,華埠社區日益擔憂拆除階段所出現的問題將再次重演。這一次,空氣、噪音與震動問題將持續數年之久。 ​繼先前與Neighbors United Below Canal共同舉辦、探討拆除階段所帶來健康與環境風險的市民大會後,我們將於8月13日晚上6點至8點,在The Hub再次召集社區居民,延續這場對話,並為即將到來的施工階段做好準備。 ​本次座談會將討論近期於超級監獄拆除階段所進行之空氣品質監測研究結果,並分享大家為爭取更完善安全措施所付出的努力經驗,一同思考我們該如何攜手爭取更好的解決方案。 ​座位有限:請報名以確保您的席位。期待與您相見。 ​語言服務:活動現場將提供國語與粵語口譯服務。 ​重要提醒:本活動將進行拍照及/或錄影。 Location Welcome to Chinatown 115 Bowery, New York, NY 10002, USA