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Aerial image of Shore Boulevard in Astoria Park in Queens. Three cyclists ride along the greenway abutting the East River.

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Front cover of the Harlem River Implementation Plan report

Tuesday, September 1, 2026 - 16:22

Harlem River Greenway Implementation Plan Release

On December 19, 2025, NYC DOT announced the release of the Harlem River Greenway Implementation Plan, which outlines the long-term strategy for a seven-mile greenway between Van Cortlandt Park a

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Depot Place in the Bronx shown from an aerial angle, with a colorful mural along a two-way bike lane along the Harlem River

Wednesday, September 2, 2026 - 16:06

Harlem River Greenway: Depot Place Murals

In June 2026, the Depot Place protected bike lane, part of the Harlem River Greenway, received a makeover: a colorful mural by artist Laura Alvarez, painted by community members.

A person bikes in a two-way protected bike lane on Vernon Boulevard in Queens.

Wednesday, September 2, 2026 - 15:33

Queens Waterfront Greenway: Open Houses Held Spring 2026

Between May 28, 2026 and June 9, 2026, NYC DOT hosted the final round of Queens Waterfront Greenway engagement.

A two-way protected bike lane rendering overlaid on a photo of W 72nd St.

Wednesday, September 2, 2026 - 10:57

Manhattan Waterfront Greenway: NYC DOT Proposes Protected Bike Lane for 72nd Street in Manhattan

On April 15, 2026, NYC DOT announced its proposal for a two-way protected bike lane that would serve as a vital greenway connector from Central Park to the Manhattan Waterfront Greenway.

A schematic drawing of proposed Prospect Park upgrades along Ocean Ave

Tuesday, September 1, 2026 - 16:35

Historic Brooklyn Greenway: Groundbreaking for Prospect Park’s East Side Perimeter Upgrades

On March 20, 2026, NYC DOT and Prospect Park Alliance broke ground on upgrades to the Park's East Side perimeter along Ocean and Parkside Avenues. This work is an important starting point in the Historic Brooklyn Greenway Implementation Plan process.

A two-way green bike lane connecting to a plaza next to Hunts Point Rd.

Monday, August 31, 2026 - 16:34

Bronx Waterfront Greenway: Del Valle Square Upgrade

In January 2026, the City celebrated the completion of Del Valle Square in Hunts Point. This $12 million project included public space upgrades, pedestrian safety improvements, a bus shelter and a bike lane connection serving as an early segment of the Bronx Waterfront Greenway.

Workers on an roadway construction site in DUMBO with the Brooklyn Bridge in the background.

Monday, August 31, 2026 - 16:19

Brooklyn Waterfront Greenway: Dumbo Bike Network Upgrades

In November 2025, the City completed a major street restoration in DUMBO that included a bike network with smooth, granite paths built into the neighborhood's historic cobblestone streets.

Queens Waterfront Greenway Public workshop in Otcober 2024.

Friday, October 17, 2025 - 13:41

Queens Waterfront Greenway Public Workshop: Route Alternatives

On February 26, 2026m NYC DOT hosted its second route alternatives workshop for the Queens Waterfront Greenway Implementation Plan.

Photo of cyclist riding on two-way path along Review Avenue.

Thursday, October 2, 2025 - 11:38

NYC DOT Completes New Bike Lanes on Review Avenue, Van Dam Street, and Starr Avenue

NYC DOT has added 1.9 new bike lane miles and safety upgrades on Review and Starr avenues in Blissville, Queens. Together, the lanes connect Queens residents to both Brooklyn (via the Greenpoint Avenue and Kosciuszko Bridges), and to the Western Queens waterfront.

Aerial rendering of two-way greenway along Pioneer and Conover Streets.

Thursday, October 2, 2025 - 11:22

Red Hook Coastal Resiliency Project Breaks Ground

In mid-September, the City broke ground on Red Hook Coastal Resiliency (RHCR), a $218 million public safety project that will protect neighborhood residents and businesses from the effects of future storm surges and flooding above sea level.

Graphic outlining proposed improvements along East Tremont Avenue and Devoe Avenue.

Thursday, October 2, 2025 - 10:57

Bronx River Greenway Project to Begin Construction

The Department of Design and Construction is set to begin a project that will improve safety at the intersection of East 177th Street, Devoe Avenue and East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx.

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