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State of New York Senator Jeffrey D. Assemblyman Klein Jeffrey Dinowtiz 1250 Waters Place, Suite 1202 3107 Kingsbridge Avenue Bronx, New York 10461 Bronx, NY 10463 (718) 822-2049 718-796-5345 Fax (718) 822-2321 [email protected] [email protected] Legislative office building 941 Albany, NY 12248 Legislative Office Building 913 Albany, New York 12247 518-455-5965 (518) 455-3959 Legislature Fax (518) 426-6887 http://klein.nysenate.gov/ July 2, 2013 Honorable Chris Christie Office of the Governor P.O. Box 001 Trenton, NJ 08625 Dear Governor Christie: We are writing on behalf of the people of the Bronx and New York City to respectfully request that you intervene in LG Electronic’s plans to erect a 143-foot office tower along the Palisades. The construction of this tower would not only hinder the goals set forth in the creation of the Palisades Interstate Park, but would irrevocably disrupt the impressive landscape formed by the treeline and cliffs along the park. Furthermore, if this design is fully realized, it will set a precedent for further construction along this beautiful stretch of land, permanently ruining this beloved landscape and natural habitat. We must ensure that the same land and views that have been enjoyed by past generations will still be there for those who come after us to appreciate. With the creation of the Palisades Interstate Park between our two states in 1900, we were able to establish and protect the natural beauty of the Palisades that has been enjoyed by our neighboring states for years, with the hope that future generations could enjoy the same vibrant land and views. That is why we are joining the countless community leaders and elected officials in New York City, along with four of your predecessors- Brendan Byrne, Thomas Kean, James Florio and Christine Todd Whitman in protesting this plan. We thank you for your consideration in this matter and look forward to your response. Please do not hesitate to contact our offices if we can be of any assistance to you in this matter. Sincerely, Jeffrey D. Klein Jeffrey Dinowitz New York State Senator New York State Assemblyman President Pro Tempore 81st Assembly District 34th Senate District .

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