"East Harlem's long-awaited reunion with the Harlem River is officially underway. City and state officials broke ground this week on the $353 million Manhattan Greenway Harlem River project, which will transform a seven-block stretch between East 125th and 132nd Streets into seven acres of new parkland, complete with playgrounds, picnic lawns, basketball courts and (finally!) a long-requested public restroom at 127th Street."
"Funded by $310 million from the city and a $43 million state grant, the project will close a crucial gap in the Manhattan Waterfront Greenway, a 32.5-mile loop that will eventually encircle the island with continuous waterfront access. When finished, East Harlem residents will be able to bike, jog or stroll along the river from northern Harlem to East Midtown-a first in city history."
"The redesign aims to deliver more than recreation space. The shoreline will be raised roughly two feet to protect against sea level rise and future flooding, while hundreds of new trees and thousands of shrubs will absorb stormwater and help cool the neighborhood. The plan also calls for native plantings, public art installations and designated areas for barbecues and community gatherings."
City and state officials broke ground on the $353 million Manhattan Greenway Harlem River project that will convert a seven-block stretch between East 125th and 132nd Streets into seven acres of parkland. The project is funded with $310 million from the city and a $43 million state grant and will close a key gap in the 32.5-mile Manhattan Waterfront Greenway, enabling continuous waterfront access from northern Harlem to East Midtown. Planned amenities include playgrounds, picnic lawns, basketball courts, a public restroom at 127th Street, native plantings, public art, barbecue and gathering areas. Shoreline elevation will rise roughly two feet for flood protection, while new trees and shrubs will absorb stormwater and cool the neighborhood.
Read at Time Out New York
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