City Official's Brother Files Permits for Controversial Highbridge Residential Building
Permits filed by John Miholics, brother of a city official, for six-story building in Highbridge near Yankee Stadium.
The perpetually controversial Highbridge neighborhood is once again making headlines, this time with permits filed for a six-story residential building located at 955 Woodycrest Avenue. The lot, situated between West 162nd Street and West 163rd Street, is conveniently located near the 161 Street-Yankee Stadium subway station, making it an attractive location for potential renters.
But it's not just the location that's causing a stir. The owner listed on the permits is none other than John Miholics, brother of a high-ranking city official. This familial connection has raised eyebrows and sparked concerns about conflicts of interest and potential soft corruption.
While Miholics appears to have followed all necessary protocols in filing the permits, the timing and location of the project have raised suspicions among locals. One resident, who wished to remain anonymous, expressed their frustration, stating, "It's always the same story in Highbridge. Developers and city officials playing their games, while we, the community, are left to deal with the consequences."
This is not the first time the Miholics name has been connected to a controversial development project. In 2017, John's brother, who holds a prominent position in city government, came under fire for allegedly using their position to influence a real estate deal. While no wrongdoing was ever proven, the accusations left a sour taste in the mouths of many Highbridge residents.
With the filing of these permits, it seems the Miholics family is once again at the center of a potentially contentious project. Whether or not any ethical lines have been crossed remains to be seen, but one thing is for sure: the