Local business owners in East Harlem are raising concerns over the Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s proposal to spend $120,000 to maintain access to an Amazon warehouse through public transit routes. Critics argue the funding could instead be redirected to support struggling small businesses in the community, which have faced ongoing challenges amid rising costs and shifting economic priorities. The debate highlights tensions between corporate logistics operations and the needs of neighborhood entrepreneurs. Residents and shopkeepers are calling for a public review of how transit investments are allocated in underserved areas.
East Harlem Businesses Question MTA’s $120K Plan To Keep Amazon Access Open Harlem World Magazine
