BalanceRich5067 t1_jaskw2c wrote on March 3, 2023 at 7:32 PM

I don’t know if it was just me for some reason but are the security guards at 590 Madison on some rent-a-cop power trip???

Was told that I “wasn’t allowed” to put my feet on a chair while I was sitting at a table minding my own. Asked the guard why to which he responded “I work here” as if that was justification.

Obviously with Privately Owned Public Spaces the owners are allowed to set some rules but that seemed excessive even to me. I asked where that rule was posted and the security guard pointed to a sign on the wall. The closest rule that seemed relevant said that you couldn’t place personal belongings on chairs or benches, but that’s a stretch.

I’m not gonna waste time on it and the folks across the street at 550 Madison in the other POPS literally next door were much nicer anyways. Just wondering if anyone else has had any weird experiences

Schmeep01 t1_jaxqdgt wrote on March 4, 2023 at 9:49 PM

Unless you changed your shoes when you came in from the street, please don’t put your feces feet on the chair.

NetQuarterLatte t1_jaugwrw wrote on March 4, 2023 at 3:56 AM

At least in spirit, the NYC laws require the private business to establish rules for the privately owned public spaces that ensures the space can be equally enjoyed by everyone.

If occupying one chair with your feet meant it was one less chair for someone else to use it, or one soiled chair or something, the enforcement/rules appears to be aligned with the spirit.

That being said, none of it excuses a security guard going on an ego power trip.

30roadwarrior t1_jcf8ee3 wrote on March 16, 2023 at 12:29 PM

The guy told him he’s not allowed to put his feet on a chair. Basic manners actually and not an ego trip. Our poster is displaying typical toddler complaining and seeking sympathy.