Turner Announces Federal DOT Grant For Jamaica Bay Greenway

New York – Congressman Bob Turner (NY-09) today announced the awarding of a federal grant to the New York City Department of Transportation for use on the Jamaica Bay Greenway Implementation Plan in the amount of 1.436 million dollars.

“I am pleased to announce the awarding of this federal grant to the New York City Department of Transportation to be put towards the Jamaica Bay Greenway Implementation Plan. National parks and other federal lands are a time capsule that provides visitors a look into our nation’s history and a safe environment for outdoor activities and education for all Americans to enjoy. It is crucial to provide the necessary infrastructure to maintain and improve transportation around these American landmarks which is just what these grants enable. This grant will help fund critical improvements to Flatbush Avenue, the Marine Parkway Bridge, Beach Channel Drive, Veterans Memorial Bridge, Cross Bay Boulevard, Shore Parkway, and several smaller connector streets.  I am excited for the improvements these funds will create in Queens and Brooklyn.”

Congressman Bob Turner represents New York’s 9th Congressional district and serves on the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, and House Committee on Homeland Security.
 

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