Cuyler Gore Park in Fort Greene underwent a massive renovation after decades without updates since the 1980s. The city purchased the park in 1845 for $1 and it had remained a beloved public space for nearly two centuries. Funding for reconstruction began in 2021 through Laurie Cumbo and was completed under Council Member Crystal Hudson. The renovation added a new playground with modern equipment, new spray showers, additional trees and greenery, and new seating and benches. A previously empty area was converted into a new seating space. Community input emphasized the importance of the small elevated stage, which was rebuilt with new structural supports and concrete steps.
"For nearly two centuries, Cuyler Gore has been a critical public space for Brooklynites to relax and connect with their neighbors. This renovation completely rejuvenates the park with new features that New Yorkers of all ages will love, from new spray showers and seating to an upgraded stage for music and community events."
"The park now has an all-new playground with modern equipment, new spray showers and additional trees and greenery, and new seating and benches. A formerly empty part of Cuyler Gore - which used to be part of Cumberland Avenue and was closed and made part of the park in 1983 - was turned into a new seating area."
"In 2021, the city hosted multiple public information sessions to gather community input on the park's renovation. Neighbors said the park's small elevated stage was a critical part of the community, and played frequent host to small musical programs and events. In response, the parks department rebuilt and upgraded the stage, the agency said, with new structural supports and concrete steps."
"Projects like this ensure that our shared greenspaces are safe and welcoming for all. We're grateful to Council Member Crystal Hudson for funding this project, and to all our partners in the community who have helped us make this major upgrade a reality."
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