As I've stated before, the city's plan to relocate the Department of Probation to John Street is ill-advised and will have a major impact on the surrounding neighborhoods. With lower Manhattan continuing to be rebuilt and more and more families moving to the area, I support the lawsuit to stop the relocation of the department and urge the city to look at other alternatives. We have worked hard to rebuild our community in the wake of the tragic events of September 11, 2001 and Superstorm Sandy, and I am proud that we have been able to create vibrant neighborhoods and a community where families and children are thriving. The decision to relocate the probation department, with no prior notice to the community, will have serious negative impacts on the quality of life in this area and the city should immediately reassess their plans for this relocation and consider alternative locations in consultation with the community.