Brooklyn is set to inaugurate its first Japanese mini-forest this spring, designed to enhance air quality, mitigate flooding, and beautify a neglected area of waterfront Williamsburg. Inspired by Miyawaki forests, this project involves the dense planting of native trees, including serviceberry and sassafras. City council member Lincoln Restler spearheaded the initiative, which is partially funded by a $35,000 contribution from his office and an additional $150,000 from a tree planting contract. Local residents express excitement over the expected greenery, especially amidst ongoing construction nearby.
"We wanted to replicate, and bring this model, to New York," Restler said, noting that he drew inspiration for the plan from a similar forest in Boston.
The park will be partially paid for through $35,000 in funding from his office, and will fund ongoing maintenance, irrigation and purchasing of small vegetation.
I think this part of the community definitely needs some foliage, especially with all the construction going on," said local Julian Thomas.
New York City's first Miyawaki forest opened last year on Roosevelt Island.
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