General NewsNew York CityU.S. News Transformation of World’s Largest Former Landfill in NYC Reaches Significant Milestone; Initial Segment Now Accessible to Public by Joshua Brown October 16, 2023 written by Joshua Brown October 16, 2023 4 comments Bookmark 23 NEW YORK (AP) — New York City officials announced a significant landmark on Sunday in the ongoing project to convert what was once the world’s largest landfill site into a public recreational area. The initial 21-acre (8.5-hectare) section, known as North Park, of the reimagined Freshkills Park has been officially opened to the public. North Park features amenities such as pedestrian walkways, bike paths, an observation deck, a bird-watching tower, and an environmentally friendly composting restroom that operates without water. Originally known as Fresh Kills Landfill, this 2,200-acre (890-hectare) area on Staten Island functioned as the main repository for New York City’s waste for 50 years following its inauguration in 1948. The landfill accepted its final shipment of regular waste in 2001, upon its closure by then-Mayor Rudy Giuliani, partially in response to grievances from Staten Island residents who were discontented with their borough being the city’s primary waste disposal site. New York City Parks Commissioner Sue Donoghue stated that this groundbreaking initiative sets a precedent for land reuse projects globally. “It stands as an exemplary instance of how habitat restoration can positively affect urban wildlife,” she added. Initiated in 2008, the development of Freshkills Park is slated for completion in 2036. Table of Contents Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Landfill TransformationQ: What was the Fresh Kills Landfill in New York City known for?Q: When did the Fresh Kills Landfill officially close, and what were the reasons for its closure?Q: What amenities can visitors find in the North Park section of Freshkills Park?Q: When did the construction of Freshkills Park commence, and when is it expected to be completed?Q: What is the significance of Freshkills Park as mentioned by New York City Parks Commissioner Sue Donoghue?More about Landfill Transformation Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Landfill Transformation Q: What was the Fresh Kills Landfill in New York City known for? A: The Fresh Kills Landfill in New York City was renowned for being the world’s largest landfill site and served as the principal disposal site for the city’s garbage for five decades, starting in 1948. Q: When did the Fresh Kills Landfill officially close, and what were the reasons for its closure? A: The Fresh Kills Landfill closed officially in 2001. Its closure was partly in response to complaints from Staten Island residents, who had long voiced their dissatisfaction with their borough serving as the primary dumping ground for New York City’s waste. Q: What amenities can visitors find in the North Park section of Freshkills Park? A: The North Park section of Freshkills Park offers a range of amenities, including pedestrian and cycling paths, an overlook deck, a bird viewing tower, and an environmentally friendly composting restroom that operates without water. Q: When did the construction of Freshkills Park commence, and when is it expected to be completed? A: Construction on Freshkills Park began in 2008, and it is projected to be completed in 2036. Q: What is the significance of Freshkills Park as mentioned by New York City Parks Commissioner Sue Donoghue? A: Freshkills Park is considered a model for land reuse projects worldwide and a prime example of how habitat restoration can have positive impacts on urban wildlife in densely populated areas. More about Landfill Transformation Freshkills Park Official Website New York Times Article on Freshkills Park NYC Parks Department – Freshkills Park History of Fresh Kills Landfill You Might Be Interested In Justice Department Pleads With Judge to Resist Delaying Trump’s Classified Document Trial Microsoft’s Acquisition of OpenAI’s Former CEO Leads to Internal Disarray Swedish media report that the winners of the Nobel Prize in chemistry may have been announced early Al Jazeera Gaza correspondent loses 4 family members in an Israeli airstrike Ineffectual Rainfall Intensifies Canadian Wildfires, Predicting Increased Smoky Haze, Report Officials Trump’s Legal Team Focuses on Role of External Accountants in Financial Statements environmental restorationFreshkills ParkGeneral Newslandfill transformationNew York Citypublic recreationurban renewalwaste management Share 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail Joshua Brown Follow Author Joshua Brown is a political commentator who writes about the latest news and trends in national and international politics. He has a keen interest in social justice issues and is passionate about using his platform to give a voice to underrepresented communities. previous post Scion of Banana Magnate Leads in Ecuador’s Presidential Runoff With Over Half of Votes Tallied next post Israeli rabbis work around the clock — even on the Sabbath — to count the dead from Hamas attack You may also like Bookmark A woman who burned Wyoming’s only full-service abortion... December 28, 2023 Bookmark Argument over Christmas gifts turns deadly as 14-year-old... December 28, 2023 Bookmark Danny Masterson sent to state prison to serve... December 28, 2023 Bookmark Hong Kong man jailed for 6 years after... December 28, 2023 Bookmark AP concludes at least hundreds died in floods... December 28, 2023 Bookmark Live updates | Israeli forces raid a West... December 28, 2023 4 comments NYCExplorer October 16, 2023 - 6:49 am I visited Freshkills Park, it’s huge & pretty. 2036 seems far tho, can’t wait 4 full openin! Reply JohnDoe123 October 16, 2023 - 10:16 am wow, freshkills park sounds amazin! big props 2 NYC for makin this happn. cool 2 c a landfill turned into a park. Reply SeriousReader45 October 16, 2023 - 8:31 pm North Park got bikepaths, birdwatch tower, watrless restroom, gr8 4 environment & wildlife. Impresive! Reply EcoWarrior99 October 16, 2023 - 11:23 pm Freshkills Park = brill exmpl of reusin land, helpin nature in cities. Gud job, NYC! Reply Leave a Comment Cancel Reply Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ
