On August 29, 2023, the New York City Economic Development Corporation announced a public-private partnership with Vornado Realty Trust, Hudson Pacific Properties, and Blackstone to build a studio campus at Pier 94 near Hell’s Kitchen in Manhattan. The Sunset Pier 94 Studios project will create a film and production studio as well as public amenities for Hudson River Park.
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Parks Celebrates Ongoing Improvements to Staten Island Parks
On August 29, 2023, Parks Commissioner Sue Donoghue joined Council Members Joseph Borelli and David Carr and Borough President Vito Fossella in recognizing the improvements being made to two Staten Island parks.
Council Passes Bill to Create Interactive Map for Bike Lanes
On August 3, 2023, the City Council passed Int. 289-A, which requires the Department of Transportation to create a searchable map of the City’s bike lanes. The bill was sponsored by Council Member Carlina Rivera.
DOT and DCC announce Pedestrian Safety Improvements in Jamaica
On August 10, 2023, the New York City Department of Transportation and Department of Design and Construction announced the completion of their pedestrian safety improvements in Jamaica, Queens. The goal of the pedestrian safety improvements is to create a more inviting space for residents to enjoy Downtown Jamaica and reduce the amount of car crashes resulting in serious pedestrian injury in the area.
City Council Passes Bill to Help One- to Three-Family Property Owners Build Environmentally Friendly Projects
On August 3, 2023, the City Council voted to pass Int. 689-A, which reduces financial barriers in building environmentally-friendly homes. The bill was co-sponsored by Public Advocate Jumaane Williams and Council Member Sandy Nurse.
City Planning Announces “Walkshop” Walking Tours Along Cross Bronx Expressway
On August 22, 2023, the Department of City Planning announced a series of “walkshops” along the Cross Bronx Expressway to discuss the city’s ongoing efforts to address negative impacts of the expressway on the health of local residents. The tours will be in collaboration with the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and both the city and state Departments of Transportation. Members of the public will have the opportunity to see existing conditions of the … <Read More>