By Doug Cunningham

 [Gary LaBarbera]: “This project will represent thousands of construction jobs and thousands of permanent jobs.”

 New York City Building and Construction Trades Council President Gary LaBarbera on the Atlantic Yards project. Labarbera is confident that after years of hurdles the project will happen.

 [LaBarbera 2]: “These jobs are good paying jobs with medical coverage and retirement benefits. We believe it’s gonna be very good for the community and that it’s gonna be a revenue generator all the way around.”