Matzo-Gate Pt. 3

Here in NYC the arts community has been closely following the 475 Kent story. A couple of weeks ago I posted a copy of the letter I sent to several city agencies in support of the evicted artists.

This afternoon I was contacted by one of the newly homeless artists. Apparently they’re mounting a coordinated effort to get international attention for their situation. (It also sounds like there are some possible indications that a positive resolution may be on the horizon, but it’s far too early to say for sure.)

Anyway, I’m going to dutifully post the information she provided here. Use it as you see fit. At this point, people are being encouraged to contact Mayor Bloomberg’s office by email or fax:

The FAX #s:
212 788 2460
212 341 3810
212 788 7745

**If your fax does not go through, please email your letter to the Mayor at:
mike@cityhall.nyc.gov
mbloomberg@cityhall.nyc.gov

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Here is a sample letter:

To:
Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg
City Hall
New York, NY 10007
USA

Dear Mayor Bloomberg,

My attention has recently been drawn to the problem of the artist’s building at 475 Kent Avenue in Brooklyn, New York.

You are certainly aware by now that over 200 artists are in danger of losing their homes and workplaces permanently - which usually spells financial ruin in a community already subjected to considerable risk.

In the spirit of the cultural tradition that has long prevailed in this great city, I urge you to do everything you can to help the artists return to their professions immediately and to foster our common creative capital.

Sincerely,
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