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Dear Mark Scharfman, landlord for Le Madeleine ;

Le Madeleine has been an important anchor of the West 43rd St. / Hell’s Kitchen community for 27 years, and we strongly urge you to reconsider your eviction plans and continue the existing 12 year lease agreement with Le Madeleine. It should not be destroyed by demolition, nor should it be a victim of any development plans you have for this neighborhood. This restaurant stands out as a proud part of your property portfolio and should be allowed to continue to be of service to the community into the foreseeable future.

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Le Madeleine in the News
Savings Plans
-Time Out New York, 11/30/06


Restaurateur to Landlord: Check the Basement
-New York Observer, 11/27/06


At a Local Stalwart, the Last Omelet Looms
-New York Times, 10/29/06


LAST SUPPERS Fighting to Save Local Restaurants
-New York Post, 10/25/06


Page Six
-New York Post 10/26/06


Landlord Mark Scharfman in the News
Charity Begins—And Ends—At Home -Village Voice

Jane Wood, 94 & Still Fighting for Tenants’ Rights
-tenant.net


Tenants: Give Us A Lift
-citylimits.org



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# First NameLast NameCityCountryComments
201 JeanGreenoughNew YorkThe music, food and service are devine! Don't lose this hallowed ground to the finer things in life to a wrecker's ball. Why would you want to destroy one of the ingredients that make New york a magnet for visitors??? don't let this become another Village Gate. Jean Greenough
202 MaxineDampfScarsdale
203 susanallanmarlborough
204 BarbaraWigrenProvidenceYou own a historic property and have an obligation to preserve this slice of NYC for future generations.
205 JoyceFriedmanMorris PlainsWhat a crime to demolish such a beautiful building and a charming restaurant! Places like this are unique and contribute to New York's appeal!
206 JoanKoenigBronx
207 EdDoughertyRandolph
208 KevinBarnesNew YorkThe urban fabric of Hell's Kitchen and 43rd Street in particular would be irrevocably damaged if Le Madeleine was destroyed.
209 AllenWernerVeniceI think that it should stay since its been part of the community for so long people must love it.
210 RoyGreenbergNew YorkStand firm. New York would not be the same without the slow food mentality of this wonderful resturant.
211 DavidCowanWellingtonDon't take away our favorite NYC eatery.
212 dittonowakoskiSeattle
213 joshmartynelondon
214 josephdanisinew york
215 AlanJonesNew YorkPlease preserve what remains of cultural landmarks in the Clinton district and stop illegal and excessive development.
216 ginnymasonprinceton
217 IvanStrasburgLos AngelesThis is by far my favourite Manhatten restaurant. It is inconceivable that it may dissappear.
218 MartinCunninghamNew YorkLe Madeleine is a unique gem of a restaurant - my wife and I have been dining there for years - and I am deeply disturbed at the possibility of losing it. Please reconsider your position. Thank you.
219 markdenatalelocust valleyTruly a taste of France right in our backyard!
220 HeidiWinstonNew YorkCelebrate the future by saving the past!
221 AlanChumbleyNew YorkPlease don't force this NY landmark restaurant out of business. Very few restaurants are able to make a successful business in NYC for three decades, and this one is a true gem! Le Madeleine played an influential role in bringing Hells' Kitchen back to the vibrant economic state we currently enjoy. It must be protected and not punished for taking that risk.
222 SherriBilsonSan MarcosI have eaten at LeMadeleine, and sent over 1oo people to eat there. In every case I and the people I referred were treated to an exceptional meal and a fantastic atmosphere. It would be a great loss to the community surrounding the resturant, if it were to have to close. Agreements made should be upheld. They have a lease. How can any small business compete in this day and age, if they cannot depend on the lease they have signed. Sincerely, Sherri Bilson
223 donaldbilsonsan marcosme and my wife have eaton at la madeleine when we traveled to new york and enjoyed it thorolly
224 MildredFreemanSilver SpringWe've enjoyed many a meal at Le Madeleine when we lived in New Jersey and expect to enjoy many more when we visit NYC
225 KimEastwoodSan Marcos
226 FrancesCorwinVenicePlease save Le Madeleine by honoring the existing 12 year lease agreement for this NY landmark, named for our Step-granddaughter.
227 LissaLundbergPhoenixLe Madeleine is the only restaurant I always visit on my trips to the city. Le Madeleine must be allowed to complete its lease; it's the only fair thing to do.
228 joerodriguezSan Francisco
229 AlbertCorwinVenicePlease save and honor the remaining 12 years on the present lease agreement for this NY landmark, named for our step-granddaughter.
230 JohnSmithLondon
231 RickWaldNew YorkThe place you are considering getting rid of is exactly what NYC needs more of. Don't do it.
232 ShaunaHansennyI worked at Le Madeleine for 5 years as a manager & corporate party planner. I had worked in restaurants my whole life and I never had a better experience working in a fine dining restaurant as I did here. The owner, Toney Edwards treated me like I was a part of his family, matter of fact, if anything ever was difficult for any employee, Toney & his staff went out their way to see if there was anything they could do to help, including money for rent, visiting people at the hospital, anything. I was given insurance & a 401k plan, highly unusual for any NYC restaurant. To let this restaurant not continue to prosper is a huge mistake & simply not right. The customers love coming in here, but it is their second home. There is nothing phony about this place. People are truly family here. I have never loved working in a resturant as much as I loved working there. Toney & his staff deserve to continue to do what they love to do. They do it so well & the neighborhood would be amiss with Le Madeleine.
233 BobBachlerNew York
234 brianbittnerny
235 jenniferbittnernySAVE THE ARTS!!!!
236 JimBuckleyScrantonI was introduced to Le Madeleine many years ago by New Yorkers that regularly frequented the establishment. I make a point to dine there as often as I can when I come to town. This place is New York, or at least as I would like to know/remember it.
237 JANEWALENTASBROOKLYN
238 StuartPennCentennialI wholeheartedly support this petition.
239 AnnaLevinNew YorkI promise to dine monthly at Le Madeleine if you allow them to stay. This restaurant continues to make Hell's Kitchen what it is now - an attraction for locals and tourists alike.
240 MichaelKaneNew YorkLe Madeleine with its wonderful staff is a major reason the neighborhood is so desirable today. It would be a terrible loss for all concerned (including developers) to lose this neighborhood asset.
241 JayMarcusNew York
242 RobertDitkoffNew YorkLe Madeleine should, and Must, be allowed to continue to serve the community
243 JimDeNataleNew YorkWhen is our government going to wake up and realize that BIG Business is killing the American worker? Small businesses like this are the backbone of America and they are litterally breaking our backs.
244 BessLibovitzNew YorkIt would be a pity to lose such a wonderful place. I am 84 years young and Le Madeleine means the world to me - don't let this happen! Bess Libovitz
245 JackFrancisVenice
246 CathleenFrancisVeniceNew York would never be the same without it!
247 ThomasFearingNew YorkThis restaurant is one of the best treasures in the city. Please allow it to remain.
248 CharlesDavenportSarasotaClinton needs community, not more office/condo projects. Cafe Madeline has been a wonderful presence on W. 43rd Street for years and years. What a tragedy for the neighborhood, for the theatre district, if it were no longer there. Please, as a former Manhattanite, I would ask you to reconsider. Charles Davenport, MD
249 Linda & KenHarrisMariettaLe Madelaine is a fabulous restaurant and a true mainstay in New York. Please allow this restaurant to stay forever. They have worked hard to be the great restaurant they are today!! Our friends, Kate & Lew go there all the time as do we when in NY
250 GregPhillipsSanta Monica

 

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