A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to a citywide greenway plan

Summary

This bill would require the Department of Transportation (DOT) and Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR), in conjunction with other relevant City agencies and entities, to develop a plan that details the development of greenways in the City, involving the identification of locations feasible for development into a greenway, the identification of opportunities for integrating green infrastructure, and the creation of a map that displays the status of greenways. It would also require DOT and DPR to annually report to the Mayor, Speaker and public on the implementation and updating of this plan. Additionally, this bill would require DOT and DPR to regularly engage with community boards that contain locations potentially suitable for greenway development. DOT or DPR would have to provide notice of and an opportunity to request a presentation on future greenway development proposals to affected community boards.

Official summary of legislation · NYC Council