Statement from New York Building Congress on East Midtown

"The future of East Midtown is much brighter thanks to today's agreement by the City Council to move forward on a finalized rezoning plan for this vital Manhattan business district. The New York Building Congress applauds Mayor Bill de Blasio and Deputy Mayor Alicia Glen, Manhattan Borough President Gale Brewer and City Council Members Dan Garodnick and David Greenfield for forging an agreement that will pave the way for a new generation of signature office towers while also attracting substantial private sector investment in the area's transportation network and public spaces. We look forward to the City Council's formal approval of this vital economic development initiative in early August," said Carlo A. Scissura, President and CEO, New York Building Congress.