In 2018, NCA, Riverkeeper and Perkins+Will launched the Newtown Creek Vision plan, a 150 page report chronicling priority issues and 85 proposed projects to address Remediation, Restoration, Recreation and Resilience. The report builds upon decades of planning and visioning efforts by numerous community members and organizations; framing ideas in the wake of upcoming Superfund remediation and Clean Water improvements. Read the full plan here.
Explore these interactive educational resources on ArcGIS StoryMaps to learn more about the Creek's ecosystem and NCA’s efforts in environmental remediation, restoration, and revitalization. We have units available on the history and geography of the Creek, regional flora and fauna, Newtown Creek's soil and water health, and the impact of climate change on NYC's coastal communities. Click "read more" to view them all.
Position: Storyteller in Residence at Newtown Creek Alliance [freelance, part-time] Project: ‘Heat Stories’ — a Community Storytelling Partnership Project by Melting Metropolis: Everyday Histories of Health and Heat since 1945. Duration: May 2025 – October 2026Application Deadline: March 15, 2025 View this posting as a .pdf About NCA: Newtown Creek Alliance (NCA) is a community […]
To everyone who supported NCA this year, whether by volunteering your time, attending an NCA tour or event, being a donor, or helping us share the story of Newtown Creek, thank you! Top PicksNewtown Creek Alliance had much to celebrate throughout 2024. Before diving into the details for our various programs, we wanted to share […]
NYC DEP is currently proposing a modification to the ‘Long Term Control Plan’ (LTCP) — a NY-State approved initiative to reduce Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) in Newtown Creek. The current plan will reduce overall CSO volume into Newtown Creek by approximately 61% and be complete in 2040. The proposed modification will capture more sewage and prevent the planned diversion of […]
Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate the Creek with us last Thursday, October 17, 2024, at the 7th Annual Tidal Toast! We had a wonderful time connecting with the Creek community, celebrating our work so far, and sharing the future vision for our waterway. A special thank you to our 2024 Honorees […]
BACKGROUND On August 28, 2024 The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released the Proposed Cleanup Plan for the East Branch tributary. We have been waiting for a cleanup plan for Newtown Creek for many years! The release of the East Branch Early Action Proposed Cleanup Plan is a significant first step towards the cleanup of Newtown […]
