Tag: Department of Parks

Tell the Parks Department Your Thoughts on the Peck Park Greenway Design – This Wednesday!

The Destination:Greenways! initiative has gained traction after nearly two decades of advocacy and over $43 million in funding. A Zoom meeting is scheduled for May 13th to discuss the new greenway plan for Peck Park. We hope you’ll be asking for greater safety measures to ensure a successful implementation.… Read More Tell the Parks Department Your Thoughts on the Peck Park Greenway Design – This Wednesday!

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Building Bridges, Not Barriers: Richards’ Push for Greenway Accessibility

Donovan Richards in Flushing Meadows

New York’s greenways have long been touted as arteries of renewal—a lifeline for pedestrians and cyclists yearning for safer, more sustainable pathways through the urban labyrinth. The Vanderbilt Motor Parkway and the Joe Michaels Mile greenways are two of the most actively used spaces in all of Eastern Queens. Yet, as the plans for Destination:… Read More Building Bridges, Not Barriers: Richards’ Push for Greenway Accessibility

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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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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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