Tag: Parks and Recreation

• City Planning Commission Unveils Ambitious Development Plans for Affordable Housing and Green Spaces

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  May 16

  The City Planning Commission (CPC) convened on May 5, 2025, to discuss various development proposals aimed at addressing community needs through enhanced public amenities and green spaces. Officials highlighted the… more ›

• NYC Council Takes Action on Wildfire Preparedness Amid Rising Environmental Risks

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  May 2

  During the New York City Council’s stated meeting on May 1, 2025, members united to address a pressing environmental concern: the increasing risk of wildfires in city parks. Recent events… more ›

• Community Voices Concern Over Environmental Impact of Ferry Point Project

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  Apr 30

  At the recent City Planning Commission meeting, attendees raised significant concerns regarding the environmental impacts of the proposed Valley’s Ferry Point project. Activists and residents voiced their apprehensions about the… more ›

• Community Voices Concerns Over Park Space and Transparency in Monitor Point Development

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  Apr 30

  Residents voiced significant concerns over the Monitor Point Development proposal during a public scoping meeting held by the NYC Department of City Planning on April 23, 2025. Residents questioned ongoing… more ›

• Long Island City’s OneLIC Plan: A Blueprint for Affordable Housing and Resilient Community Transformation

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  Apr 17

  One neighborhood’s transformation can shape the lives of its residents significantly, and in Long Island City (LIC), the proposed OneLIC neighborhood plan aims to address the needs of both existing… more ›

• Coney Island Residents Voice Concerns Over Proposed Gaming Facility’s Impact on Traffic and Local Businesses

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  Apr 9

  The City Planning Commission (CPC) convened on April 9, 2025, to discuss zoning applications and modifications related to the proposed gaming facility in Coney Island. Attendees voiced strong opinions about… more ›

• NYC Expands Free Swimming Lessons to 4,800 More Kids in Underserved Communities

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  Mar 26

  New York City is set to expand its free swimming lessons for children, reaching an additional 4,800 second graders in underserved communities. This initiative, announced by Mayor Eric Adams, aims… more ›

• Community Gardens at Risk: Advocates Call for Restored Funding Amid Budget Cuts

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  Mar 25

  City officials and community advocates engaged in a pivotal discussion during the New York City Parks and Recreation Committee’s budget hearing for the fiscal year 2026, held on March 20,… more ›

• NYC Parks Budget: Advocates Demand Stable Funding to Safeguard Green Spaces

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  Mar 25

  The New York City Parks and Recreation Committee projected a budget of $640 million for the fiscal year 2026 during a recent hearing, emphasizing the need for reliable funding mechanisms… more ›

• 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 ›

• Hudson Yards West Development Unveils $1.36 Billion Community Benefits Plan to Support Local Needs

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  Feb 19

  At a recent public meeting regarding the Hudson Yards West Development proposal, local leaders outlined how a $1.36 billion community benefits plan aims to support various neighborhood initiatives. The proposal,… more ›

• Kips Bay Life Sciences Campus Set to Transform Healthcare Access and Boost Local Economy

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  Feb 18

  The New York City Council recently held a meeting to discuss a significant new life sciences campus in Kips Bay, aimed at improving healthcare access. The project is set to… more ›

• City Officials Address Traffic Safety Concerns in Atlantic Avenue Mixed-Use Plan

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  Feb 18

  Local officials discussed the potential impacts of the Atlantic Avenue Mixed-Use Plan on traffic and pedestrian safety during a recent City Planning Commission (CPC) meeting. The plan aims to transform… more ›

• New York City Sets 2030 Goal for Comprehensive Financial Education in Schools

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  Jan 15

  New York City officials have set an ambitious goal to ensure all students receive financial education by 2030. During a recent public meeting, city leaders announced plans to place a… more ›

• Queens Metropolitan Park Project Poised to Generate 29,000 Jobs and Boost Local Economy

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  Jan 8

  The Queens Future Metropolitan Park Project is expected to significantly boost local businesses by creating thousands of jobs and enhancing the area’s economic landscape. During a recent public hearing held… more ›