The third is State Senator David A. Paterson, who has represented Harlem since 1985.

"We know that we have to step forward and raise revenues," said Bill Perkins, the deputy majority leader, who represents central Harlem.

"We're in another era here," said Councilman Bill Perkins, who represents Harlem.

Many officials had pledged support to Ms. Fields, who represents central Harlem in the Council.

He said Representative Charles Rangel, who represents Harlem, would sit on the commission.

"I would not be involved in any process that is unfair," Mr. Rangel, who represents Harlem, said.

This has been a sore point with some people in the neighborhood - among them, the city councilman who represents Harlem, Bill Perkins.

"This is an outrageous position," Councilman Bill Perkins, who represents Harlem, said of the eviction plan.

Councilman Bill Perkins, who represents Harlem, has responded to complaints by asking companies to remove advertising that constituents found offensive.

Still, he said Mr. Giuliani should "meet with elected officials, especially those that represent Harlem."