Staten Island’s North Shore Esplanade will receive a $5.4 million investment, according to an official city announcement. This project plans to improve the waterfront and provide residents with a safe and fun place for outdoor activities.
According to Silive, Councilwoman Kamillah Hanks, who represents the North Shore, shared the news along with NYC Parks Borough Commissioner Joseph Homsey. The project focuses on the promenade at Westervelt Avenue and Richmond Terrace.
The funding “will help renovate and transform this space into a safe, accessible and vibrant downtown,” Hanks said. It’s “part of a larger vision to reconnect our neighborhoods to the waterfront and provide meaningful public access for every Staten Islander.”
Planned improvements
The revitalization will include boardwalk infrastructure improvements, landscaping, trails and recreational areas. Among the new additions will be a skate park for children and teenagers. City officials also plan to implement safety measures to reduce the effects of flooding and storms, making the area more resilient to extreme weather.
Impact on the community
Commissioner Homsey emphasized the importance of the boardwalk to the local community. “The North Shore Esplanade is a 1.5-acre site that is used every day by commuters, residents and students from nearby schools,” he said. This is an important step in a “much larger plan to improve the entire North Shore and we’re excited to be a part of it.”
Part of a bigger plan
The NYC Parks Department will oversee planning and construction, with updates expected in the coming months. The project is a continuation of the New York City Economic Development Corporation’s North Shore Action Plan, which has already invested $426 million in waterfront redevelopment. The broader plan includes improvements to Empire Outlets and the former NY Wheel site.
The North Shore Esplanade renovation is planned to make Staten Island’s waterfront more accessible, safer and more beautiful. By improving recreational areas and protecting the area from flooding, the city hopes to make it a prime location for community events, outdoor games and family gatherings.
Frequently asked questions
1. What is the $5.4 million North Shore Esplanade project?
It is a city-funded initiative to revitalize Staten Island’s North Shore Esplanade, improving infrastructure, recreational spaces and flood safety.
2. Where is the North Shore Esplanade located?
The Esplanade is located at Westervelt Avenue and Richmond Terrace in Staten Island.
3. What innovations will the waterfront revitalization include?
Planned improvements include a skatepark, upgraded trails, landscaping, flood control measures and improved recreation areas.
