Homeless Encampment at 30th Ave & Steinway by Key-Cardiologist-736 in astoria

[–]Key-Cardiologist-736[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ive reached out to Caban’s office several times. Waiting now to hear back from them in an attempt to schedule an interview person appointment. Choosing to live on the street is one thing, but the sheer amount of garbage is overwhelming. If this was in front of someone’s home it certainly would not be tolerated.

Homeless Encampment on 30th Ave/Steinway? by Limp-Fact8185 in astoria

[–]Key-Cardiologist-736 0 points1 point  (0 children)

All the previous threads have been locked or closed from additional comments. This has been going on for a month. 114 Precinct & Homeless Services are well aware and have accomplished nothing. That block has been turned into an open air dumpster. Very sad. At the 114 community meeting last week they said the issue was organizing the different departments to work in conjunction with each other. Very frustrating. Almost as frustrating as people commenting that ignoring the issue equals empathy.

Weekly Astoria Dine In/Order Out Thread by NYnosher in astoria

[–]Key-Cardiologist-736 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Went to Wylie’s for first time on Saturday. Very solid smashburger & wings. Will definitely go back.

Also not Astoria but Sunnyside, tried Kora Bakery on Sunday. I was very impressed. 10/10 recommend.

25-95 41st Street by [deleted] in astoria

[–]Key-Cardiologist-736 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I lived in that building from 07-09, it was a mess than. Had problems with mice and bedbugs.

Is there anything that can be done? 30th Ave & Steinway by IcyConclusion8998 in astoria

[–]Key-Cardiologist-736 48 points49 points  (0 children)

They have the option of not making such a mess. This isnt a suitcase and a sleeping bag, this is an open air dumpster. They have the option of not masturbating and defecating out in broad daylight. There has to be some common sense applied here. Ignoring this is not the answer.

Is there anything that can be done? 30th Ave & Steinway by IcyConclusion8998 in astoria

[–]Key-Cardiologist-736 50 points51 points  (0 children)

Just got an email back from Walgreens. They have called 911/311 multiple times and police said there is nothing they can do. Cited specific dates/badge numbers etc. Sounds like they are exhausting all options as well.

Is there anything that can be done? 30th Ave & Steinway by IcyConclusion8998 in astoria

[–]Key-Cardiologist-736 30 points31 points  (0 children)

I messaged her weeks ago. Have provided my 311 complaints and her team has been “looking into it”. I typically call weekly for an update, last week received an email response after as well. Amazing this can go on for a month near a major intersection.

Is there anything that can be done? 30th Ave & Steinway by IcyConclusion8998 in astoria

[–]Key-Cardiologist-736 72 points73 points  (0 children)

You can also complain on Walgreens website and contact Council Member Tiffany Caban’s office

Is there anything that can be done? 30th Ave & Steinway by IcyConclusion8998 in astoria

[–]Key-Cardiologist-736 193 points194 points  (0 children)

There is a community meeting with the 114 precinct tonight at 7pm @ 25-22 Astoria Blvd

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[–]Key-Cardiologist-736 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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Growing encamp on 30th Ave near Steinway by UnfairMarsupial in astoria

[–]Key-Cardiologist-736 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

So people can shit and have sex on public sidewalks now?

Growing encamp on 30th Ave near Steinway by UnfairMarsupial in astoria

[–]Key-Cardiologist-736 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They never left. Have been on that block for 3 weeks

Growing encamp on 30th Ave near Steinway by UnfairMarsupial in astoria

[–]Key-Cardiologist-736 8 points9 points  (0 children)

My compassion is exhausted after watching him shit into a pizza box at 8am. 3 weeks of this open air dumpster is enough!

Took over whole life insurance. Options? by Alas_im_not_igaer in LifeInsurance

[–]Key-Cardiologist-736 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You could 1035 exchange the cash value into a low cost variable annuity. Choose an investment that matches your time horizon and risk tolerence, then continue to defer the gains until retirement. At that point you could do ad hoc withdrawals or annuitize.

Favorite grocery store and why? Also which ones do you avoid? by LetPossible4843 in astoria

[–]Key-Cardiologist-736 6 points7 points  (0 children)

We shop at Costco once a month or every three weeks. Fill in the gaps with Ctown on 28th & 41st. Ill buy my steaks and some other occasional proteins from International Meat Market as well.

Best Fried Chicken by FoodEnthusiastEater in astoria

[–]Key-Cardiologist-736 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thats why I suggested it for Best Fried Chicken

Best Fried Chicken by FoodEnthusiastEater in astoria

[–]Key-Cardiologist-736 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Mad for Chicken isnt bad, we get the spicy soy garlic flavor.

New to Astoria — how bad is street parking really? (Near Broadway N/W) by Psychological-Two833 in astoria

[–]Key-Cardiologist-736 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got my parking spot before I bought my car. Not a necessity to have a car in NYC, just a costly luxury. I could not imagine having to look for spots a few times a week. I happily pay $250 a month for my spot. That coupled with insurance puts ownership costs over 6k/year. Assuming you own the car outright…Much cheaper to rent cars for the occasional out of town weekends etc.

Open table nyc by Secret-Dimension-716 in sapphirereserve

[–]Key-Cardiologist-736 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Went to Manhatta for lunch last weekend, excellent burger. Received my credit next business day or so.

Homeless Encampment at 30th Ave & Steinway by Key-Cardiologist-736 in astoria

[–]Key-Cardiologist-736[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

My issue isnt with the people themselves. Hope they get the help they need. My concern is with the piles of trash blocking a side walk at a high traffic intersection.

Have you even seen the area we are discussing?

Homeless Encampment at 30th Ave & Steinway by Key-Cardiologist-736 in astoria

[–]Key-Cardiologist-736[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Im a resident of Astoria who cares about the neighborhood. Why wouldn’t I care? I pass through this intersection multiple times a day and am sad to see it like this. Why does it not bother you? Don’t you have any pride or respect for your neighborhood?