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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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Newly-installed crosswalk at the intersection of Vermont Place and Cypress Avenue.

Wednesday, September 24, 2025 - 10:52

Work Underway at Vermont Place and Cypress Avenue

NYC DOT is currently implementing various public realm improvements at the intersection of Vermont Place and Cypress Avenue adjacent to Highland Park.

Commisioner Ydanis Rodríguez, joined by City employees and local schoolchildren, attend a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the launch of the Harlem River Greenway.

Friday, September 12, 2025 - 16:30

Harlem River Greenway Implementation Underway

New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, NYC Parks Commissioner Sue Donoghue, and NYC Economic Development Corporation President and CEO Andrew Kimball announced today the city will install more than four lane miles of on-street prot

Greater greenways report cover. Image of family cycling on greenway.

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 - 11:08

New York City Releases "Greater Greenways" Plan

On August 13, 2025, New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) released "Greater Greenways: NYC Greenway Plan". The report captures the state of the city's

Group of people celebrating the reopening of Rainey Park

Monday, July 14, 2025 - 14:52

Astoria's Rainey Park Reopens

On July 9, 2025, NYC Parks and its partners celebrated the reopening of Rainey Park in Astoria. The $8.5 million reconstruction yielded new playgrounds, fitness areas, spray showers, improved accessibility features, and new, expanded waterfront greenways.

NYC DOT staff speaks facilitates discussion with community members during second round of Harlem River Greenway workshops.

Monday, March 10, 2025 - 13:39

Harlem River Greenway Open House Events: Implementation Plan (Spring 2025)

The New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) will host the third and final round of Harlem River Greenway engagement as the city develops an implementation plan for the seven-mile cycling and walking route and new open space from Van Cortlandt Park to Randall’s Island Park.

A small group discusses comments regarding the Queens Waterfront Greenway with DOT staff at an October 2024 public workshop.

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 - 09:50

Queens Waterfront Greenway Virtual Workshop (Existing Conditions)

Join us for the first round of Queens Waterfront Greenway community workshops to share your specific comments, suggestions, concerns, and ideas.

Cyclists rides beneath the 9-A underpass.

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 - 15:41

Hudson River Greenway Connector Set for Spring 2025

NYC DOT recently received approval for a new project that will link the east and west portions of the Manhattan Waterfront Greenway.

Congressman Hakeem Jeffries and NYC DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodríguez accept a $2 million check in federal 2024 Community Project Fudning.

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 - 16:40

Federal Funding Secured for Jamaica Bay Greenway – Paerdegat Ave

House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries has secured $2 million in federal funding to improve transportation infrastructure in eastern Brooklyn, enhancing safety and connectivity for pedestrians, cyclists and bus riders alike.

Aerial image of Manhattan and the Bronx divided by the Harlem River.

Friday, November 8, 2024 - 15:24

Federal Grant to Fill Gap in Manhattan Waterfront Greenway in Inwood

NYC DOT was recently awarded a competitive $96 million federal grant to construct a 1.35-mile greenway along 10th Avenue in Inwood.

Three cyclists enter Van Cortlandt Park.

Friday, November 8, 2024 - 15:21

Van Cortlandt Park South & Bailey Avenue Project in Progress

Improvements are underway to make access to Van Cortlandt Park’s southern entrance safer and more accessible for pedestrians and cyclists alike.

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