During a board meeting on July 24, 2026, officials from the Economic Development Corporation (EDC) disclosed that the five planned NYC-owned markets, which are projected to cost taxpayers over $70 million, will likely not feature hot food counters or butchers. This announcement has drawn criticism regarding the viability of the plan.
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EDC Officials State NYC-Owned Markets Will Lack Certain Features
Officials from the Economic Development Corporation revealed that the five NYC-owned markets, expected to cost taxpayers over $70 million, will likely not include hot food counters or butchers. This has led to criticism about the effectiveness of the plan.
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EDC Officials State NYC-Owned Markets Will Lack Certain Features