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ABOUT SAC Begun in 1976 by a small group of residents concerned about preserving the Sutton neighborhood's character and incorporated two years later as a non-profit (501c3) organization, SAC works to improve the quality of life for those residing and working in the area between 52nd to 59th Streets, Second Avenue to the East River. Acting as watchdog and advocate, SAC does many things: monitors city services such as police, sanitation, fire and transportation; watches over zoning and development; looks after parks and sidewalks; supports area merchants; fosters historic preservation; and, through its newsletter and First Avenue bulletin board, informs the community about what is happening in the neighborhood. Traffic concerns continue to be paramount. SAC is closely monitoring the New York State Department of Transportation's five-year project to reconstruct the FDR Drive from 54th to 63rd Streets. Through past advocacy, SAC has seen success in the reopening of the 48th Street ramp to the FDR, in maintaining M57 bus stops on Sutton Place South and on First Avenue at 55th Street, and in resetting traffic signals on key intersections to allow more time for pedestrians to cross safely. Zoning, land use, and development issues require constant alert. An important SAC victory was halting installation of a Transit Authority electrical substation underneath 53rd and 54th Streets at Sutton Place South. And by bringing a major lawsuit, SAC was instrumental in scaling back original plans for Bridgemarket. SAC also successfully argued with others against a JFK Airport rail link terminal at the former Alexander's site on Third Avenue and 59th Street. The cleaning and greening of the area is another SAC initiative. SAC pays for and coordinates the efforts of professional gardeners in the upkeep of our three public parks as well as those of the 71 trees on First Avenue, our main street. And SAC was responsible for inviting Doe Fund personnel to clean Sutton area sidewalks, a much-needed service no longer provided by the city, and supports this worthy organization with an annual grant. SAC is committed to keeping the community informed about its past, present, and future. We publish three or more Bulletins each year which are distributed to members as well as government agencies and elected officials to keep them abreast of our positions and concerns. Ever-mindful of the importance of the area's rich history, SAC has always been interested in collecting and sharing archival information and artifacts through publications, exhibitions, and walking tours. |
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