New York City plans to spend $7 million to transform a trash-strewn beach beneath the Brooklyn Bridge into a recreational destination. The plan announced Thursday would provide access to sand. It also would create a new kayak and canoe launch along the East River near the bridge. City Council Speaker Christine Quinn and Manhattan Borough President Scott Stringer said the beach will be a “staycation” spot for locals as well as a tourist attraction. The project will feature tree-lined walkways, concession stands, terraced seating and a spot for fishing. It will include the creation of salt marshes to protect the area from erosion. It’s expected to take three years to complete. The so-called Brooklyn Bridge Beach is part of a larger plan to open up Manhattan’s East Side waterfront.
Posted on: Thu, 01 Aug 2013 23:16:30 +0000
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