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The author reflects on the contribution of African-descent individuals of Harlem, New York City in the city's growth, history and success, and mentions continued community engagement as a proper way to honor those individuals.

The article reports on the official lighting in 125th Street in Harlem, New York City through the effort and fund raising program of the 125th Street Business Improvement District (BID) and Community Boards.

The article echoes the author's fear that New York City-based Columbia University's planned expansion will destabilize West Harlem. He believes that the expansion will lead to real estate speculation, dramatic change to neighborhood character, and displacement pressures on local residents and businesses. The author proposes a special purpose zoning district called the West Harlem Special District to save the area from the clutches of expansion.