Tag: Environment

• Community Voices Concerns Over Environmental Sustainability in Brooklyn Development Plans

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  Mar 4

  During a recent review session held by the City Planning Commission, community members expressed significant concerns regarding the environmental sustainability of proposed developments in Brooklyn. Issues discussed included the risks… more ›

• City Planners Address Wind Tunnel Effects at Hudson Yards Meeting, but Community Skepticism Persists

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  Feb 19

  City planners discussed strategies to mitigate wind tunnel effects caused by proposed tall buildings during a recent public meeting about the Hudson Yards West Development Proposal. The City Planning Commission… more ›

• NYC Aims for Greener Future: Plan Unveiled to Electrify For-Hire Vehicle Fleet and Expand EV Infrastructure

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  Feb 18

  New York City officials gathered to discuss the ongoing status of the Yellow Cab industry and the introduction of new legislation aimed at electrifying the city’s for-hire vehicle (FHV) fleet.… more ›

• Community Outcry Over Environmental Concerns at Dwick Clinton Park North Meeting

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  Feb 17

  The Dwick Clinton Park North proposal has raised significant concerns regarding its potential environmental impacts following a recent public scoping meeting held by the New York City Department of City… more ›

• City Council Urges Probe into 9/11 Toxin Transparency: Seeking Truth on Health Risks and Government Knowledge

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  Feb 8

  The New York City Council held a meeting on January 29, 2025, during which the proposed resolution Res 560 focused on addressing the health impacts of environmental toxins resulting from… more ›

• Community Board Triumphs: Local Voices Halt Controversial Development Project

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  Feb 7

  Community board members effectively challenged a significant development project that sought to build a heavy structure in their neighborhood, ultimately rendering the project unfeasible. Residents feared that the proposed construction… more ›

• NYC Council Tackles Housing Crisis, Public Safety, and Renewable Energy Goals in New Year Meeting

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  Jan 9

  The New York City Council convened on January 8, 2025, to discuss significant challenges facing the city as it enters the new year. Council members identified critical issues, including housing… more ›

• Brooklyn Officials Discuss Environmental Impacts of Proposed Gaming Facility at Flushing Meadows Corona Park

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  Jan 7

  At the Brooklyn Community Planning Review Meeting, city officials discussed various zoning and development proposals, with a focus on addressing environmental impacts related to the proposed gaming facility at Flushing… more ›

• In 2025, NYC to Highlight Rich Legacy of Lenape People in 400th Anniversary Commemorations

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  Jan 2

  New York City will commemorate its 400th anniversary in 2025, with plans to highlight the Indigenous heritage of the Lenape people, who have inhabited the area for millennia. An emphasis… more ›

• NYC Planners Discuss Sustainable Urban Design Strategies to Combat Climate Change

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  Dec 20

  New York City officials discussed the city’s urban planning strategies to address climate change during a recent Community Improvement Meeting. The focus of the event was how proposed changes in… more ›

• Brooklyn Planning Officials Address Environmental Concerns in New Developments

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  Dec 16

  During a recent Brooklyn City Planning Commission review meeting, officials discussed measures to address the environmental impacts of upcoming developments. The commission is focusing on creating pedestrian-friendly spaces while minimizing… more ›