The New York City Department of Parks and Recreation received a $5,815,975 Project Grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration's Reconnecting Communities Pilot (CFDA 20.940) program. The grant will fund the NYC Parks Queensway Project, which aims to transform an abandoned 3.5-mile railway into a greenway and transportation corridor connecting diverse, historically disadvantaged communities in Queens, New York. The project will provide alternative, low-emitting transportation options while delivering economic, health, and climate benefits to the local area. As a sub-awardee, the department has undertaken habitat restoration, debris removal, shoreline protection, and community engagement initiatives as part of the broader greenway development effort. This federal grant award supports the department's mission to enhance the city's green spaces, promote environmental stewardship, and increase accessibility to outdoor recreational opportunities for New York City residents.
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