Draft Strategies
At the June 24 Town Hall meeting, Draft Strategies for the LIC Neighborhood Plan were shared. Draft Strategies are the City’s preliminary proposals for potential policy changes, capital projects, and programs & services, as well as an accompanying zoning proposal. These Draft Strategies are organized by the Shared Goals of the Neighborhood Plan.
Town Hall 3 Presentation
Watch a recording of the June 24 Presentation here
Protect existing affordable housing and generate significant new housing, especially affordable housing that serves diverse types of households and family needs.
Invest in existing parks and deliver new open space along the waterfront and in the core that is high-quality, resilient, sustainable, and accessible.
Enhance connectivity with multi-modal transportation, improve safety for pedestrians and bikers, and improve logistics for deliveries, loading zones, and truck access.
Plan for a more resilient and sustainable Long Island City by addressing existing challenges, planned development, population growth, and climate change.
Support existing businesses and the creative community, increase local job growth, and improve access to diverse, quality jobs and training.
Invest in neighborhood services, education, and community programs to improve access for marginalized communities and promote public safety.
Increase the knowledge and capacity of planning partners (including residents, local business owners, community-based organizations, city agencies and others) to effectively and equitably work together to shape the future of the neighborhood.
