The Upper West Side is currently witnessing a battle over the concrete jungle gym.
According to The Post, she mentioned that they were receiving looks as if they were the ones visiting.
Last week, the conflict over Cassone Playground, affectionately called “Llama Park” due to its concrete horse sculptures resembling llamas, intensified with the placement of signs prohibiting non-residents from entering.
Parkgoers have been repeatedly scolded by irate residents for not adhering to the new signs. Some residents have even resorted to yelling at nannies, telling them that they and their charges are not welcome in the park.
As soon as I offered my neighbors the use of our playset, I felt a pang of regret. The thought of my children’s precious play space being occupied by someone else’s kids made me uneasy. However, I didn’t want to come across as rude, so I forced a smile and gave them permission to use it. Deep down, I knew I would be watching their every move, hoping they would treat our playset with care and respect.
According to reports, affluent youngsters have been accused of showing disregard for both the locals and the newly renovated area. The property, which is under the management of a private company, was previously owned by the New York City Housing Authority and underwent renovations earlier this year.
Russell expressed his sentiment by stating, “If they were able to enhance the aesthetics of this place, why can’t we maintain it that way?”
According to some tenants, the park is sometimes filled with more outsiders than residents. Russell expressed that while it’s fine for visitors to come, it’s important not to monopolize the space.
According to Beverly, a longtime resident, they treat everyone equally despite their age. “We love all kids,” she said to The Post.
Beverly recounted the incident where the man turned around and used the phrase, “shut up, you bitch.”
A mother in New York City was fined for allowing her 4-year-old child to pee in a park. The incident has caused outrage among parents, with many calling the situation “absolutely insane.” It is unclear why the mother was fined, as there are no public restrooms available in the park. The incident has sparked a debate about the lack of public restrooms in the city, especially in parks where children often need to use the bathroom. Parents are calling for more public restrooms to be installed in parks to prevent similar situations from occurring in the future.
Sources report that the location experienced two disputes that prompted calls to the police, but there were no arrests made. The NYPD did not provide any further details regarding these incidents.
Before the official signs were put up on May 24th, an unknown individual taped the gate shut and posted flyers that stated, “This park is exclusively for Wise Tower residents” and “This is not a public park.”
Officials have stated that the playground is not under the jurisdiction of the city Parks Department, causing confusion over whether the park is public. However, it seems that the residents have the right to restrict access.
According to a spokesperson for the authority, NYCHA campuses are considered private property. The residents of Wise Towers have voiced their concerns regarding the access to the playground and the treatment of the new equipment.
According to him, the residents of Wise Towers have his full support in their efforts to limit the use of the courtyard to only the residents of the development. He also believes that it is necessary for the property manager to put up signage that clearly states that the courtyard is not open to the public.
According to an email obtained by the outlet, the school declared on May 28th that it would no longer utilize the grounds.
According to principal Kristin Crawford, the recess play in that area will be suspended for the time being. She also recommends that families refrain from playing in that area after school and over the weekends.
The board received heart-wrenching letters from the school children pleading to be allowed to play in the park. Their sorrowful expressions were evident in their words, as they longed for the joy and freedom that the park could bring.
According to her, children from all over the place participated in the activity. Being in Manhattan, they were able to integrate and play together without any regard for their school, location, religion, or race.
David Owens, a nearby resident and father of two who has been visiting the park for over 50 years, expressed his understanding of both perspectives. However, he strongly believes that the park should not be closed off to the community. According to him, playgrounds play a vital role in bringing people together, and he would hate to see that taken away.