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SIRR Williamsburg/ Greenpoint/ DUMBO/ LIC Public Workshop

From Lolita Jackson, Outreach Director for the Mayor’s Special Initiative for Rebuilding & Resiliency: “The NYC Special Initiative for Rebuilding & Resiliency [SIRR] is continuing its outreach with a public workshop to introduce our mission to the broader public and engage with the communities most impacted by Sandy. We consider you a critical stakeholder in this conversation, so we […]

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Spotlight on Citizen Science on Newtown Creek – 2/25

NCA’s February meeting will highlight the wide array of local citizen and student scientists exploring all angles of the creek. The meeting will be structured as a showcase, with quick presentations on each topic, and materials for you to peruse in person. Come mingle with your local citizen scientists. Read on for the full line up. […]

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Open House on the Oil Spill Settlement Funding – 2/11

Community Meeting 2 of the Greenpoint Environmental Benefit Projects Program is scheduled for February 11, 2013.  Community Meeting 2 has been designed with an open house format.  You may drop in anytime between 5:00 and 8:00. From the office of Attorney General Schneiderman: “The State of New York is collaborating with the residents of Greenpoint, […]

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Post-Sandy Redux with USEPA on Newtown Creek

During the peak of the storm, Newtown Creek flooded throughout Zones A, B and C, and some waterfront areas experienced several feet of water. Luckily, waters receded quickly for the most part, but cleanup for many will be challenging, and the industrial zone is dealing with damage to electrical systems and other equipment.  Check out […]

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