I don't pay what I pay to live in this building to stay in a hotel at that price point. They are a luxury building - they should expect that we will remain in the fashion to which we are accustomed.
I don't give a sh*t if my accommodations are luxurious or not, sorry. At this point, I'm happy to not be on the Street since I have no place to go (some of us are not fortunate enough to have local friends/family). Legally, Mgmt doesn't have to give us anything but our daily rent rate. While I think generally they could be handling the situation better (and I do plan on submitting claims for every extra cent this has cost me), I think this attitude is what will give us a nasty image to Mgmt, press, etc. Let us all be a little more humble. Just my honest opinion.
Well Rachelle - we don't have to worry about our image in the press. We are obviously the victims and quite frankly - if you don't care how you live - I am not sure why you live in the building?? There are plenty of "unluxurious" buildings all over the city -- enjoy!
no need to insult. I never said I didn't care how I live - I obviously enjoy living at 90 West St, just that I am more thankful to have everyone be safe and actually have a place to go - I'm not occupied with being placed in luxurious accommodations while we're all in "disaster mode". Technically mgmt didn't have to place us anywhere - all they are legally obligated to do is rebate our daily rent for every day we're able to live there.
I didn't need nor want management to find me any where to live - I can do that - I don't need anyone telling me where I can stay or how much I can spend. That was my point. The Port Authority is responsible for paying for this and I am not down-grading my lifestyle as a result of their negligence.
I certainly agree with your initial reaction ... the first night or two I was simply thankful to have shelter so quickly.
And while you certainly would be correct if this were a natural disaster/act of God, etc., it is clear that the flood was manmade, and caused by negligence at the very best, or perhaps recklessness on the part of the Port Authority.
This changes the legal dynamic. Because it was caused at the very least by their negligence, they are responsible to "make us whole," so to speak, that is to put us in the position we would have been in had the incident not occured in the best manner possible.
This means either housing similar to what we are accustomed to, including both quality and geographic convenience, or the cost of that housing.
They are also responsible for all consequential damages, including lost time at work, transportation, food, etc.
That's actually a good point. I think PA is absolutely liable for all damages. I will just be glad to be able to move back in ASAP. There are certain aspects that cannot be resolved with reimbursement money, such as my dog who has not eaten much since this incident and is constantly on edge in an unfamiliar environment. Sounds silly, I know, but reparation for inconvenience and discomfort experienced by ALL residents should be considered as well.
Let's talk about luxury....I have the luxury of drinking warm water as there is no room in this mini-bar for large bottles of water I am forced to buy at Duane Reade. This morning, I had the luxury of bearing the winds and walking three blocks to Starbucks for coffee I don't even like-paying $5 and then spilling it on my coat as I walked in the torrential wind avoiding the ANNOYING Africans selling terrorist funded handbags and watches to unsuspecting tourists - just what I want on a Saturday morning. I then get to come and sit my bed in my room and drink it. Normally, I would have the inconvenience of rolling out of my bed at home and making my own cappuccino (as I do every morning)and then enjoying it on my sofa watching the news. Boy this luxury thing is really growing on me!
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I don't pay what I pay to live in this building to stay in a hotel at that price point. They are a luxury building - they should expect that we will remain in the fashion to which we are accustomed.
I don't give a sh*t if my accommodations are luxurious or not, sorry. At this point, I'm happy to not be on the Street since I have no place to go (some of us are not fortunate enough to have local friends/family). Legally, Mgmt doesn't have to give us anything but our daily rent rate. While I think generally they could be handling the situation better (and I do plan on submitting claims for every extra cent this has cost me), I think this attitude is what will give us a nasty image to Mgmt, press, etc. Let us all be a little more humble. Just my honest opinion.
Well Rachelle - we don't have to worry about our image in the press. We are obviously the victims and quite frankly - if you don't care how you live - I am not sure why you live in the building?? There are plenty of "unluxurious" buildings all over the city -- enjoy!
no need to insult. I never said I didn't care how I live - I obviously enjoy living at 90 West St, just that I am more thankful to have everyone be safe and actually have a place to go - I'm not occupied with being placed in luxurious accommodations while we're all in "disaster mode". Technically mgmt didn't have to place us anywhere - all they are legally obligated to do is rebate our daily rent for every day we're able to live there.
I didn't need nor want management to find me any where to live - I can do that - I don't need anyone telling me where I can stay or how much I can spend. That was my point. The Port Authority is responsible for paying for this and I am not down-grading my lifestyle as a result of their negligence.
Rachelle,
I certainly agree with your initial reaction ... the first night or two I was simply thankful to have shelter so quickly.
And while you certainly would be correct if this were a natural disaster/act of God, etc., it is clear that the flood was manmade, and caused by negligence at the very best, or perhaps recklessness on the part of the Port Authority.
This changes the legal dynamic. Because it was caused at the very least by their negligence, they are responsible to "make us whole," so to speak, that is to put us in the position we would have been in had the incident not occured in the best manner possible.
This means either housing similar to what we are accustomed to, including both quality and geographic convenience, or the cost of that housing.
They are also responsible for all consequential damages, including lost time at work, transportation, food, etc.
John/Karen,
That's actually a good point. I think PA is absolutely liable for all damages. I will just be glad to be able to move back in ASAP. There are certain aspects that cannot be resolved with reimbursement money, such as my dog who has not eaten much since this incident and is constantly on edge in an unfamiliar environment. Sounds silly, I know, but reparation for inconvenience and discomfort experienced by ALL residents should be considered as well.
Let's talk about luxury....I have the luxury of drinking warm water as there is no room in this mini-bar for large bottles of water I am forced to buy at Duane Reade. This morning, I had the luxury of bearing the winds and walking three blocks to Starbucks for coffee I don't even like-paying $5 and then spilling it on my coat as I walked in the torrential wind avoiding the ANNOYING Africans selling terrorist funded handbags and watches to unsuspecting tourists - just what I want on a Saturday morning. I then get to come and sit my bed in my room and drink it. Normally, I would have the inconvenience of rolling out of my bed at home and making my own cappuccino (as I do every morning)and then enjoying it on my sofa watching the news. Boy this luxury thing is really growing on me!
Not sure how accurate this is - but I heard that the Port Authority owns the Ramada in Newark if anyone is interested.
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