A coalition of park + water users and local residents advocating for a healthy and equitably accessible #FlushingBay and #FlushingCreek.
Queens, NY
Joined June 2018
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This week, NYC’s green roof tax abatement program is set to expire.
@LiuNewYork & I with @natureconservancy @FlushingBay @queensbotanicl urge @GovKathyHochul to approve legislation expanding the green roof tax abatement—its continuation is crucial to a sustainable, livable NY🌿
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We're still a month away from dipping our sondes in the Sound, but the 2024 Unified Water Study season is underway!
Our water quality team was thrilled to welcome the first wave of partner groups to Larchmont on Tuesday for our annual training session.
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Thanks @NY1 for covering the importance of #Greeninfrastructure as we get more floods, and hotter days. @NYCWater @NYCParks
NCA is a proud member of the RAIN Coalition with @GowanusCConserv @BxRiverAlliance @TheHOPEProgram @FlushingBay
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Make your voice heard 🗣️
There’s still time to join EPA’s National Environmental Youth Advisory Council, a committee by the youth and for the youth. Apply by August 22 and help shape environmental change. ⬇️
epa.gov/node/282802
ALT A collage images with the text National Environmental Yourth Advisory Council, apply by 08/22/23. epa.gov/NEYAC. Images include Administrator Regan taking a selfie with a student, one image of him speaking with a student, and one image of him standing with students and an educator in front of a school bus.
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Steven Cohen — the owner of the Mets — wants to build a casino in Queens and has made a selling point out of its proximity to Chinese immigrant neighborhoods.
Residents say: "Don't prey on our community." Read and share: documentedny.com/2023/06/05/…
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All those “listening” sessions were a sham. Legislation to alienate parkland for a casino - this was always the plan.
NEW - Assemblyman Jeff Aubry introduced a bill today to alienate the Citi Field parking lot to facilitate development by @Mets owner Steve Cohen. Cohen’s lobbying firm even gets named in the bill - thecity.nyc/2023/3/22/236519…
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Did you know that half the land managed by @NYCParks is directly on the water?
These spaces should be resources for climate adaptation, but that can’t happen with current funding. @OurWaterfront stands with the #PlayFair coalition, calling for #1Percent4Parks in the City budget!
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Another city entity that appears clueless about this — @NYCEDC, despite the Mets bond financing through the corporation.
Another entity surprised by this park alienation bill: @NYCParks, who are the @mets landlord. Commissioner Donoghue had no idea when asked at City Hall today. And I’m not sure if @FranciscoMoyaNY was informed either -
thecity.nyc/2023/3/22/236519…
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If there was ever any doubt the Citi Field parking lot project wasn't about a casino – Mets owner Steve Cohen's rights to the lot would be terminated if a casino isn't built in 15 years, a new bill says. queenseagle.com/all/2023/3/2…
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"We certainly want action. We just don’t think that this is the right action.” – @Tracyworks on Army Corps proposal via @GOVERNING governing.com/community/the-… @NewtownCreek @FlushingBay @GowanusCConserv @Waterkeeper @NYNJBaykeeper @HackensackRiver @SavetheSound @OurWaterfront
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Important story from @Gothamist @WNYC about the Army Corps proposal & a widespread call for more comprehensive solutions to flooding. W/ viewpoints from @FlushingBay & stewards of several creeks & canals where the Corps has proposed gate structures: gothamist.com/news/major-nyc…
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A coalition of 10 prominent waterfront groups has come out in opposition to the Army Corps $52 billion HATS proposal, which seeks to protect the New York region from coastal storms. Read more at @Gothamist/@WNYC. gothamist.com/news/major-nyc…
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@KensingerNathan from @Gothamist highlights the concerns from NCA and our Urban Tributary Working Group Partners regarding the @USACEHQ HATS plan:
gothamist.com/news/major-nyc…
@FlushingBay @BxRiverAlliance @SavetheSound @GowanusCConserv @ConeyCreek @HackensackRiver @NYNJBaykeeper
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Our new report "Activating New York City Owned Waterfront Sites for Recreation and Access" shares action plans and recommendations for four New York City-owned sites ready to be transformed into accessible waterfronts. Read more in our #WaterWire waterfrontalliance.org/2022/…
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Wetlands absorb water, filter pollutants, and buffer wave impacts during storms. Protecting and restoring these systems are a crucial #ClimateAdaptation. Close out #ClimateWeekNYC with this great community event in #Flushing #Queens!
Don’t miss a walking tour led by professional wetlands ecologist @Jamie_WL_Ong (Sept. 24—2pm)! Jamie will guide you along the Promenade and discuss the local ecology and restored DEP salt marshes on the Flushing Bay shoreline.
Register at givebutter.com/saturdayatthe…
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Save the day! Join @Jamie_WL_Ong the ecologist at Flushing Bay Canoe/Kayak Launch on Sept 24. Learn why wetland at Flushing Bay is so important. How plants help prevent flood, filter water and bring in wildlife for the area. See pics and scan QR code for details. @FlushingBay
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Curious about what a “Saturday at the Bay” looks like? Join us on Sept. 24 (12-4pm) and find out! Paddle the Bay, picnic on the waterfront or take a walking tour through Willets Point givebutter.com/saturdayatthe… #dayatthebay
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Come hear me talk about the native 🌱 and 🐟 of #Flushing Bay, including 🐎 + 👠 + 🦀s
#IYKYK @AllianceForFMCP @FlushingRealNY @FlushingChamber @FlushingBay
Save the date & join us for a fun-filled day at Flushing Bay on Saturday, Sept. 24 (12-4pm)!😊
GoFB is hosting a free, public, outdoor fundraiser that includes fun activities like kayaking, dragon boating, & walking tours. Learn more, donate, or register: givebutter.com/saturdayatthe…
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Riverkeeper and partner environmental organizations submitted to Mayor Adams’ Administration twelve recommendations for improving New York City’s Green Infrastructure Program. riverkeeper.org/blogs/water-… @BxRiverAlliance @GowanusCConserv @FlushingBay @TheHOPEProgram
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Register for 5/26 #climate/#floodresiliency mtg at @cpc_nyc in Flushing NY bit.ly/3PCvyKw More info on mtg, hosted by NYSG, @Columbia, @nycemergencymgt, bit.ly/3a0I4Tw or contact Lillit Genovesi [email protected], a @LISStudy, @ccecornell specialist at @nycwater
