Parks and Open Spaces News

On Sep. 8, a coalition of civic and environmental groups met on the Peconic Riverfront to advocate for the extension

There are many benefits to acquiring land for State Forest Preserves, but it can often make life difficult for residents who live in and around the acquired area because of the limits placed on new development. A recently passed bill seeks to ease this burden by creating a 750 acre land bank for certain public projects.

Just as fast as it was voted in by New York City Council, the Bag Bill, imposing a 5-cent fee on all plastic bags used at retailers in New York City, was at risk of being killed when New York State Senate approved a bill to ban the bag fee on Tuesday, June 7th.

On Monday, May 16th, the House unanimously passed “Save, Don’t Sell Plum Island”, Bill H.R. 1887 after it breezed through

On Thursday, May 5th, the New York City Council voted in favor of Int. 0209-2014! This is a monumental step towards building a more progressive city, and this legislation will serve to make for a cleaner and healthier New York City and environment!

Bike share programs have been popping up in lots of cities across the United States, and researchers are studying their pros and cons compared to private cycling, walking, driving, and public transit.

Today, Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez, Chair of the City Council Transportation Committee unveiled the plan to make this year’s Earth Day one for the books.