On September 19, 2024, the Landmarks Preservation Commission celebrated the installation of three historic markers to commemorate the Old Croton Aqueduct Walk. The Old Croton Aqueduct Walk was designated as a scenic landmark this past April, and is the Bronx’s first scenic landmarks and the twelfth scenic landmark designated citywide.
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DOT Announces Open Streets at Schools Ahead of Start of School Year
On August 29, 2024, New York City Department of Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez announced the creation of 71 Open Streets at schools across the City. This record number of school-related Open Streets is the result of the New York City Department of Transportation’s $30 million investment to create and sustain high-quality public spaces like plazas and Open Streets, through the City’s Public Space Equity Program (PSEP). The City’s Public Space Equity Program aims to provide … <Read More>
Parks Dept Celebrates Mill Pond Park Extension
On July 22, 2024, the New York City Parks Commissioner Sue Donoghue, in collaboration with critical stakeholders and community members, celebrated the 2.8-acre extension of Mill Pond Park.
The project provides a link between community members, the park, and the Harlem River waterfront. The 2.8-acre extension includes a waterfront path, children’s playground and spray shower, adult fitness area, BBQ area with furnished with picnic tables, plaza and seating area, and a new public restroom.
City Announces Renovations to the Bronx Museum
On July 11, 2024, the New York City Economic Development Corporation, in collaboration with the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs and the Department of Citywide Administrative Services announced the renovation of The Bronx Museum located at 165th Street and Grand Concourse.
HPD Announces Bergen Green Affordable Housing Project in Latest 24 in 24 Push
On January 31, 2024, the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) announced that Apex Building Group and Bridge Street Development Corporation will be building 116 homes for low-income families at 516 Bergen Street in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn. The announcement comes in light of Mayor Adams’ push for affordable housing advancements on publicly owned land. Mayor Adam’s 24 in 24 plan is seeking to create or preserve around 12,000 units of housing … <Read More>
City Planning Hears Application for Arts Center and Affordable Housing Development in Brownsville
On December 13, 2023, the City Planning Commission held a meeting on the City’s Brownsville Arts Center and Apartments project, an application that would enable the development of a mixed-use residential and community space at 376 Rockaway Avenue in the Brownsville neighborhood of Brooklyn. The proposed site is currently a vacant city-owned lot. The applicant, the Department of Housing Preservation and Development, seeks to rezone the area that is located mid-block between East New York … <Read More>