Category: Call For Action

Queens Waterfront Greenway Western Workshop is Dec 8 and Our New Bathrooms in Kissena Park Will Be Built in 2026!

The Queens Waterfront Greenway is poised to transform how residents connect to their waterfront and each other. Stretching 16 miles from Gantry Plaza State Park to Fort Totten, the plan will close critical gaps in bike and pedestrian infrastructure, creating a safe, continuous corridor for recreation, commuting, and community life. On December 8, NYC DOT, NYC Parks, and NYC EDC will host a workshop in Astoria focused on the western section of the Greenway, from Gantry Plaza to Bowery Bay. This session is not just informational—it’s a chance for residents to directly shape the design. Feedback gathered will guide short‑term street improvements and long‑term capital projects, ensuring the Greenway reflects community priorities.… Read More Queens Waterfront Greenway Western Workshop is Dec 8 and Our New Bathrooms in Kissena Park Will Be Built in 2026!

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Queens Waterfront Greenway Workshop at the Louis Armstrong House Museum – Tuesday, October 28 from 6-8pm

On Tuesday, October 28 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Louis Armstrong House Museum in Corona, NYC DOT will present Round Two of planning for the Queens Waterfront Greenway, the central segment running from Bowery Bay to Willets Point. We need you to give your feedback to shape this greenway.… Read More Queens Waterfront Greenway Workshop at the Louis Armstrong House Museum – Tuesday, October 28 from 6-8pm

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Queens Residents Mobilize: March Against the Casino This Sunday

The struggle for Flushing Meadows Corona Park continues as community members rally against a proposed casino. Despite unanimous support from the Community Advisory Committee, state licensing is still required. A March Against the Casino on October 5 aims to advocate for public space, transparency, and community involvement in development decisions.… Read More Queens Residents Mobilize: March Against the Casino This Sunday

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Bayside Cyclist Zhao Feng Zhen Killed at Queens Intersection: A Tragedy with Many To Blame

On Thursday, July 31 at around 2:18 p.m., 55-year-old Bayside resident Zhao Feng Zhen was riding her bike southbound on Hollis Court Boulevard near 50th Avenue in Queens Village when she was struck from behind by a 2015 Nissan Rogue driven by a 62-year-old woman.… Read More Bayside Cyclist Zhao Feng Zhen Killed at Queens Intersection: A Tragedy with Many To Blame

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Rein In Reckless Speeders—Mandating ISA for the worst 1.5% of Speeders Could Save Your Life

New York City’s streets are being turned into battlegrounds by reckless drivers, with Queens among the hardest hit. Repeat offenders, often speeding and driving drunk, are responsible for a disproportionate number of fatal crashes—yet political inaction has allowed them to continue their reign of terror. The Speed Limiters for the Most Reckless Drivers bill proposes an effective, proven solution: Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) technology that automatically prevents vehicles from exceeding speed limits. ISA has been shown to reduce fatalities, curb emissions, and lower noise pollution, offering a path toward safer, cleaner streets. The time for hesitation is over—New York must act now.… Read More Rein In Reckless Speeders—Mandating ISA for the worst 1.5% of Speeders Could Save Your Life

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Selling out Flushing Meadows-Corona Park for a Casino? We can do better!

Flushing Meadows Corona Park, New York City’s fifth largest park, faces systematic defunding aimed at selling it to wealthy developers. A call for a public vote is made to ensure local residents decide the future of the park rather than politicians influenced by private interests. The parkland’s potential giveaway is linked to a proposed casino for billionaire Steve Cohen, raising concerns about the impact on public land and democracy. Advocates argue for the preservation of the park, criticizing deals that prioritize private profit over community needs. They urge for an honest dialogue to safeguard the park for future generations.… Read More Selling out Flushing Meadows-Corona Park for a Casino? We can do better!

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The DOGE-ing of Flushing Meadows Corona Park: How Local Democrats Are Using Elon’s Playbook

Flushing Meadows-Corona Park faces a potential parkland loss as billionaire Steve Cohen proposes an $8 billion casino, amidst concerns over local political motivations and historical underfunding. Despite a successful Mets season, attendance is low, raising questions about the project’s viability. Critics highlight the risk of failing to deliver promised benefits, like a pedestrian bridge, while taxpayers’ money is used to enrich the wealthy. Previous developments have left public commitments unmet, leading to skepticism about the project’s promises for park improvement.… Read More The DOGE-ing of Flushing Meadows Corona Park: How Local Democrats Are Using Elon’s Playbook

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Flushing Meadows-Corona Park: The Decline from the Worlds Fair to the Iron Triangle

This is part of a a series of articles where we discuss how the land under Flushing Meadows-Corona Park has a history of being exploited to make the the wealth richer at the expense of the locals. Systematic Under-funding Since the Worlds Fairs, Flushing Meadows Corona Park has been de-funded by local politicians so it… Read More Flushing Meadows-Corona Park: The Decline from the Worlds Fair to the Iron Triangle

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Flushing Meadows-Corona Park: Early Years of Exploitation

Flushing Meadows Corona Park, once the fifth largest in New York City, faces systematic de-funding aimed at privatization for mega-developers, notably to allow a casino under the pretense of improving cycling access. The park’s history is marred by exploitation, from the displacement of the Lenape to the industrial degradation epitomized by the “Corona Dump.” Cleanup for the 1939 World’s Fair cost taxpayers $50 million. The series aims to highlight the ongoing political betrayal harming community interests for billionaire profit.… Read More Flushing Meadows-Corona Park: Early Years of Exploitation

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A Greenway for Creedmoor: How To Make Your Voice Matter

For years, the residents of Glen Oaks, Bellerose, Douglaston, and Little Neck have been disconnected to the great parkland in Eastern Queens due to the Cross Island Parkway. That would change overnight if we build a greenway across the Creedmoor campus. This project would give neighborhood families better access to parkland, providing much-needed outdoor spaces… Read More A Greenway for Creedmoor: How To Make Your Voice Matter

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Join the Queens Virtual Greenway Workshop on 1/28/25 at 6PM

Why Greenways Are Essential for Our Communities As we settle into the new year, it’s time to renew our commitment to creating vibrant, sustainable communities. Nationwide change is challenging, but we have a lot of opportunity to improve our local community if we work together. One of the most impactful ways we can achieve this… Read More Join the Queens Virtual Greenway Workshop on 1/28/25 at 6PM

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Rerouting Around Our Roots: A Bridge By The Botanical Gardens

Completing the connection between the Eastern Queens Greenway’s western end and Flushing Meadows Park has remained the EQGW’s most ambitious yet elusive goals. For over a decade, we’ve held this as our top priority, urging our partners to prioritize this hazardous section first. With other sections being funded and designed for construction, now is time… Read More Rerouting Around Our Roots: A Bridge By The Botanical Gardens

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In Pursuit of the Pedestrian Paradise: Why NYC Needs Another Greenway Grant

In New York City’s sprawling urban landscape, where concrete and steel vie for supremacy, the subtle charm of pedestrian pathways and bike lanes often goes unnoticed. Yet these arteries of non-motorized travel promise a future brimming with sustainability, safety, and a touch of serenity amidst the urban cacophony. With last year’s resounding success in securing… Read More In Pursuit of the Pedestrian Paradise: Why NYC Needs Another Greenway Grant

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Intersection Intervention: Clearing the Way for Safety with Intro 1138

New York State law currently prohibits parking within 20 feet of an intersection with a crosswalk. However, New York City has long exempted itself from this critical regulation.  Traditionally, vehicles were lower to the ground with longer hoods, allowing drivers to maintain better visibility even when others parked their cars at the intersection.  But in… Read More Intersection Intervention: Clearing the Way for Safety with Intro 1138

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Riding into Controversy: Who Is Really Being Attacked from Ebike Regulations?

Vickie Paladino is supporting new legislation that hurts Queens residents because she claims “migrant gangs” are using ebikes to commit crimes. Although this crime conspiracy theory has no connection to reality, bill 606 is unfortunately very real, and you don’t have to be a racist who hate kids biking who are supporting this poorly written… Read More Riding into Controversy: Who Is Really Being Attacked from Ebike Regulations?

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On December 5th Join a Vibrant Community Input Meeting on Kissena Park Greenway!

Parks is hosting an important discussion about the future of the Kissena Park Greenway between Main Street and Fresh Meadow Lane. We need YOUR ideas and voices to help shape this treasured space! 🌳 📅 Date: December 5th 🕕 Time: 6:30 PM📍 Location: Zoom (link will be sent to your registered email) 🚴 Register here… Read More On December 5th Join a Vibrant Community Input Meeting on Kissena Park Greenway!

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