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AccessibilityWhat’s Next in Capital Projects
All across the city, we are working hard to rebuild sustainable and resilient parks for the next generation. Find out which projects will be completed in the next three months, and get ready to visit our next great open space.
Featured Projects
Parks Without Borders
We're making our parks more open, welcoming, accessible, and vibrant by improving entrances, furnishings, and park edges. Learn more about Parks Without Borders
Community Parks Initiative
AThrough our Parks equity program, we're rebuilding parks in neighborhoods with the greatest needs. Learn more about Community Parks Initiative Capital Projects
Anchor Parks
One large park in each borough will receive $30 million in upgrades through the City's Anchor Parks program. Learn more about New York City's Anchor Parks
Recently Completed Projects and Projects Nearing Completion:
March 2021 To July 2021
March 2021
Fairview Park Reforestation
Location: Fairview Park, Staten Island
This project will remove invasive species, seed and install groundcover, and plant trees in Fairview Park.
Fort Totten Park Chapel and Commander's House Reconstruction
Location: Fort Totten Park, Queens
This project will reconstruct the steeple spire and bell tower at the Chapel and reconstruct the roof and exterior woodwork at the Commander's House at Fort Totten.
Idlewild Park Nature Center Construction
Location: Idlewild Park, Queens
This project will construct a nature center in Idlewild Park.
Little Red Square Reconstruction
Location: Little Red Square, Manhattan
This project will reconstruct Little Red Square with new pavements, curb alignments, seating, and plantings.
Lt. Federico Narvaez Tot Lot Reconstruction
Location: Lt. Federico Narvaez Tot Lot, Brooklyn
This project will construct new play equipment for 2-5 years old, benches, fencing, drainage and water supply systems and plantings in Lt. Federico Narvaez Tot Lot.
Mapes Ballfield Reconstruction
Location: Mapes Ballfield, Bronx
This project will reconstruct Mapes Ballfield with a new natural turf outfield, recreational sports lighting, play equipment, and adult fitness equipment.
Marcus Garvey Park Comfort Station Construction
Location: Marcus Garvey Park, Manhattan
This project will construct a new comfort station and Little League building in Marcus Garvey Park.
Queens General Site Work (QG-217M)
Location: Multiple Parks, Queens
This project will reconstruct Lt. Clinton L. Whiting Square, the sidewalk and guide rail along the west side of Harvey Park, and the pathway between Park Lane South at 86th Street and the bandshell in Forest Park.
April 2021
Audubon Playground Comfort Station Reconstruction
Location: Audubon Playground, Manhattan
This project will reconstruct the comfort station at Audubon Playground and make it ADA accessible.
Baruch Playground Comfort Station Reconstruction
Location: Baruch Playground, Manhattan
This project will reconstruct the comfort station at Baruch Playground.
Bronx River (Shoelace) Park Link Reconstruction
Location: Bronx River Parkway, Bronx
This project will reconstruct paths and drainage systems, construct new entrances, and bioswales and rain gardens, and formalize the Bronx River Greenway in Shoelace Park.
Bronx, Manhattan and Queens Park Trees Planting and Replacement
Location: Various locations in the Bronx, Manhattan and Queens
This project will plant new park trees in the Bronx, Manhattan and Queens.
Bronx, Manhattan and Queens Sandy-Related Park Tree Planting and Replacement FY18
Location: Various locations in the Bronx, Manhattan and Queens.
This project will plant new trees in parks affected by Hurricane Sandy in the Bronx, Manhattan and Queens.
Cadman Plaza Park Brooklyn War Memorial ADA Ramp and Elevator Construction
Location: Cadman Plaza Park, Brooklyn
This project will install an accessible ramp and elevator at the Brooklyn War Memorial in Cadman Plaza Park.
Highbridge Anchor Park Reconstruction Phase I
Location: Highbridge Park, Manhattan
This project will reconstruct the staircase and pathways, including pavement, drainage, lighting and planting, in Highbridge Park.
Olmsted Center Reconstruction
Location: Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Queens
This project will reconstruct the Olmsted Center in Flushing Meadows Corona Park.
Prescott Playground Reconstruction
Location: E.M.T. Christopher J. Prescott Playground, Staten Island
This project will reconstruct Prescott Playground, including fencing, retaining walls, play equipment, and pavements.
Rev. Dr. Maggie Howard Playground Reconstruction
Location: Rev. Dr. Maggie Howard Playground, Staten Island
This project will reconstruct the playground, multi-use fields, basketball and handball courts, and water features at Rev. Dr. Maggie Howard Playground.
May 2021
Battery Park Playground Reconstruction
Location: The Battery, Manhattan
This project will reconstruct and expand the playground at The Battery.
Bronx, Manhattan and Queens Reforestation FY18
Location: Various locations in the Bronx, Manhattan and Queens
This project will remove invasive species and plant new and replacement trees in the Bronx, Manhattan and Queens.
Flushing Meadows Corona Park Aquatic Center Emergency Netting System Installation
Location: Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Queens
This project will install a debris netting system at Flushing Meadows Corona Park Aquatic Center.
Frank Golden Park Fields Reconstruction Phase II
Location: Frank Golden Park, Queens
This project will reconstruct the athletic fields and park amenities at Frank Golden Park.
Hugh Grant Circle and Virginia Park Reconstruction
Location: Multiple Parks, Bronx
This project will reconstruct Virginia Park and Hugh Grant Circle, including general site work, pavements, fencing, curbs, lighting and landscaping.
Rufus King Park Entrance Construction and Fence Reconstruction
Location: Rufus King Park, Queens
This project will reconstruct the perimeter fence and passive recreation area at Rufus King Park.
St. John's Recreation Center Boilers and HVAC Systems Reconstruction
Location: St. John's Park, Brooklyn
This project will reconstruct the boilers and HVAC systems at St. John's Recreation Center.
June 2021
Abraham Lincoln Playground Comfort Station Reconstruction
Location: Abraham Lincoln Playground, Manhattan
This project will reconstruct the comfort station in Abraham Lincoln Playground.
Astoria Park Charybdis Playground Reconstruction and Spray Shower Construction
Location: Astoria Park, Queens
This project will reconstruct Charybdis Playground and construct a spray shower in Astoria Park.
Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island Reforestation FY18
Location: Various locations in Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island.
This project will remove invasive species and plant new and replacement trees in Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island.
Corlears Hook Park Comfort Station Reconstruction
Location: Corlears Hook Park, Manhattan
This project will reconstruct the comfort station at Corlears Hook Park.
Crotona Park Comfort Station Reconstruction
Location: Crotona Park, Bronx
This project will reconstruct the comfort station at Playground of the Stars in Crotona Park.
Freshkills North Park Pathway and Comfort Station Construction
Location: Freshkills Park, Staten Island
This project will construct a new multi-use pathway, overlook structures, and comfort station with composting toilets in the northern section of Freshkills Park.
Playground 134 Reconstruction
Location: Playground One Thirty Four CXXXIV, Bronx
This project will reconstruct Playground 134 with new basketball courts, play equipment, a skate park, adult fitness equipment, a spray shower, and swings.
Queens Street Tree Planting FY20 - Community Boards 9,10,14
Location: Queens
This project will plant new street trees in Community Boards 9, 10, and 14 in Queens.
July 2021
Captain John McKenna IV Park Water Line Reconstruction
Location: Captain John McKenna, IV Park, Brooklyn
This project will reconstruct the water line to Captain John McKenna IV Park.
Highbridge Park Water Tower Reconstruction
Location: Highbridge Park, Manhattan
This project will reconstruct the water tower in Highbridge Park.
Manhattan Street Tree Planting FY20 - Community Board 2
Location: Manhattan
This project will plant new trees in Community Board 2 in Manhattan.
Manhattan Street Tree Planting FY20 - Community Board 3
Location: Manhattan
This project will plant new trees in Community Board 3 in Manhattan.
Manhattan Street Tree Planting FY20 - Community Board 4
Location: Manhattan
This project will plant new trees in Community Board 4 in Manhattan.
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