DEC invites the public to comment about a proposed expedited cleanup of contamination related to the 566-568 Grand Street site #224356 (Brooklyn, Kings), within New York’s State Superfund Program. Public comments about the proposal will be accepted through May 8, 2022.

Click the web link above at "Additional Information" to learn about the proposal and how to comment.

Project documents can be reviewed online at: https://www.dec.ny.gov/data/DecDocs/C224356/

And at:

Brooklyn Public Library
Leonard Street Branch
81 Devoe Street
Brooklyn, NY 11211
Phone: 718-486-6006

Brooklyn Community Board No. 1
435 Graham Avenue
Brooklyn, New York 11211
Phone: (718) 389-0009
Email: bk01@cb.nyc.gov

DEC invites the public to comment about a proposal to address contamination related to the 408 West 207th Street site #C231147 (Manhattan, New York County) within New York's Brownfield Cleanup Program. Public comments about the proposal will be accepted through May 9, 2022.

Click the web link above at "Additional Information" to learn about the proposal and how to comment.

Project documents can be reviewed online at: https://www.dec.ny.gov/data/DecDocs/C231147/

And at:

Inwood Library
4857 Broadway
New York, NY 10034
(212) 942-2445
inwood@nypl.org

Manhattan Community Board #12
530 West 166th Street, 6th Floor
New York, NY 10032
(212) 568-8500
Ebenezer Smith – ebsmith@cb.nyc.gov

This full-day workshop will provide Electrical Hazard Awareness Training. It will NOT satisfy EHAP certification. This training program will be interactive and cover a range of safety-related topics essential for arborists working near energized overhead power lines. This workshop will provide a certificate of attendance in partial fulfillment of the OSHA and Z133 training requirements for arborists working 10 feet or closer to energized conductors. Attached is a flier with more details about this event.

$45 for ReLeaf and NYS Urban forestry council members, $60 for general public. Registration required, this event is likely to reach capacity and walk-ins won’t be accepted. Registration fees are non-refundable, but may be transferred to another person. Register for Electrical Hazard Awareness training online on the NYS Urban Forestry Council Website

Registration will close when capacity is reached, or May 6^th at 1pm, whichever comes first

Lunchtime Virtual Public Forum Series

Introduction by Kimberly T. Hill, Chief Disability Officer, Office of NYS Governor Kathy Hochul

This two-part webinar series will provide an overview of relevant federal regulations and standards on access to public lands by people with disabilities to inform public discourse in New York State. Janet Zeller, a national expert on accessibility of outdoor recreation, will give a presentation on each topic, followed by a discussion period facilitated by the Accessibility Advisory Committee to the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and the Adirondack Park Agency (APA).

PART I

Mobility Devices on Public Lands: Is it a Wheelchair or Other Power-Driven Mobility Device?

Tuesday, May 10, Noon-1:30pm

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that any mobility device that meets the definition of a wheelchair must be allowed everywhere that the public can go. This session will include an overview of the required factors for public entities to consider in evaluating which mobility devices meet the definition of a wheelchair and which are considered Other Power-Driven Mobility Devices (OPDMDs).

Presenter: Janet Zeller. Discussion facilitator: Jason Thurston- Chair, Accessibility Advisory Committee; Outreach Coordinator, John Dillon Park, Adirondacks, NY.

Register for the May 10th WebEx

American Sign Language interpretation and closed captioning will be available at each session. Please let us know how else we may accommodate your participation by submitting a request with your registration by April 27.

Please email accessibility@dec.ny.gov or call 518.402.9295 with any questions.

New York State Climate Action Council Public Hearing Scheduled

April and May Public Hearings at Upstate and Downstate Locations to Provide Public Opportunities to Share Input on Draft Scoping Plan
 
Public Comment Period Extended through June 10, 2022

New York State's 22-member Climate Action Council, established under the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA), will hold 10 public hearings across the State to receive public input on the Draft Scoping Plan and advance work on a Final Scoping Plan to guide the implementation of the State's nation-leading climate goals under the CLCPA.

The Council released the Draft Scoping Plan on Dec. 30, 2021, and is accepting public comments on the draft through June 10, 2022. The Council extended the comment period beyond 120 days to allow for additional public input.

The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), Co-Chairs of the Climate Action Council, today announced eight in-person hearings in locations across the State, as well as two virtual hearings. In-person hearings will also be live-streamed to allow for remote viewing of the proceedings. All persons, organizations, corporations, and government agencies are encouraged to attend the public hearings and to submit oral or written comments.

Climate Action Council Public Hearing Scheduled

Tuesday, May 10, 2022 4:00 PM Tupper Lake  -- The Wild Center
 The Wild Center

 45 Museum Drive

Tupper Lake, New York 12986

If in-person hearings cannot be held due to changing COVID-19 health and safety guidelines, hearings will shift to virtual at the same date and time. Each participant will be given two minutes to address the Climate Action Council. Lengthy statements should be submitted in writing and summarized for oral presentation. PowerPoint presentations are not allowed, but individuals may provide written supporting documents or visuals.

Pre-registration is encouraged but not required for the in-person hearings. Priority in seating and speaking will be given to those who pre-register. Individuals can pre-register at the Climate Act website.

Members of the public who want to provide oral comment must attend either in-person or join a virtual hearing. Equal weight will be given to oral and written statements.

Written comments can be submitted through June 10, 2022, via the online public comment form, via email to scopingplan@nyserda.ny.gov, or via U.S. Mail to Attention: Draft Scoping Plan Comments, NYSERDA, 17 Columbia Circle, Albany, NY 12203-6399.

For more information about the New York State Climate Action Council, visit the Climate Act website.

Public trees and public health - May 11 Webinar, 12 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.

A growing body of scientific research suggests that abundant trees and green space in communities provides important benefits for human health and well-being.  The Green Heart Project in Louisville, Kentucky is one of the largest, long-term initiatives in the U.S. to plant many trees and conduct controlled research on physical and mental health in Louisville.  Join us on May 11 for an overview of the Green Heart Project with a presentation from members of the project team at the University of Kentucky

Registration is free but required in advance at: https://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=e9279ca6af6040513004639aa145a2982

New York State Climate Action Council Public Hearing Scheduled

April and May Public Hearings at Upstate and Downstate Locations to Provide Public Opportunities to Share Input on Draft Scoping Plan
 
Public Comment Period Extended through June 10, 2022

New York State's 22-member Climate Action Council, established under the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA), will hold 10 public hearings across the State to receive public input on the Draft Scoping Plan and advance work on a Final Scoping Plan to guide the implementation of the State's nation-leading climate goals under the CLCPA.

The Council released the Draft Scoping Plan on Dec. 30, 2021, and is accepting public comments on the draft through June 10, 2022. The Council extended the comment period beyond 120 days to allow for additional public input.

The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), Co-Chairs of the Climate Action Council, today announced eight in-person hearings in locations across the State, as well as two virtual hearings. In-person hearings will also be live-streamed to allow for remote viewing of the proceedings. All persons, organizations, corporations, and government agencies are encouraged to attend the public hearings and to submit oral or written comments.

Climate Action Council Public Hearing Scheduled

Wednesday, May 11, 2022, 4:00 PM Online/Virtual  -- Via WebEx
 Event number: 2595 530 3236

Event password: climate

Call in number: +1-415-655-0003

Call in access code: 2595 530 3236

If in-person hearings cannot be held due to changing COVID-19 health and safety guidelines, hearings will shift to virtual at the same date and time. Please note this listing is for an online/virtual event. Each participant will be given two minutes to address the Climate Action Council. Lengthy statements should be submitted in writing and summarized for oral presentation. PowerPoint presentations are not allowed, but individuals may provide written supporting documents or visuals.

Pre-registration is encouraged but not required for the in-person hearings. Priority in seating and speaking will be given to those who pre-register. Individuals can pre-register at the Climate Act website.

Members of the public who want to provide oral comment must attend either in-person or join a virtual hearing. Equal weight will be given to oral and written statements.

Written comments can be submitted through June 10, 2022, via the online public comment form, via email to scopingplan@nyserda.ny.gov, or via U.S. Mail to Attention: Draft Scoping Plan Comments, NYSERDA, 17 Columbia Circle, Albany, NY 12203-6399.

For more information about the New York State Climate Action Council, visit the Climate Act website.

Together, kids and their caregivers can enjoy a fun hour-long outdoor activity. For children in grades K–5.

We welcome those who have any type of physical challenge to all our programs. If you call ahead to let us know your needs, we will be happy to learn how we can serve you.

PLEASE NOTE

• Registration is required for ALL programs unless otherwise indicated; call 716-683-5959 to register. 
• If you call outside of normal business hours, you will receive a call confirming your registration or waitlist status. PLEASE SPEAK CLEARLY when leaving your name and phone number as our system does not have caller ID. Unless you receive a callback, you are not registered. 
• Registration is limited to two programs/month. If you want to sign up for additional programs, you will be added to the waitlist. No limit for virtual programs.
• Social distancing and mask protocols are subject to change with current COVID guidelines.
• If you or a family member feels ill, is waiting for COVID test results or have COVID symptoms, please stay at home.
• In case of poor weather, programs may be cancelled.
  
• We cannot accommodate organized youth/civic groups at these programs. Please call to make other arrangements.

Come celebrate the dawn chorus as we monitor the progression of spring bird migration. These outdoor surveys begin at 7:30 AM. Meet outside the visitor center. After a brief introduction, we’ll head out on the trails. Beginners are always welcome. Bring binoculars if you have them. In case of inclement weather, these programs will be canceled. Space is limited and registration is required.

Call 518-475-0291 by the Monday prior to register.

NEW YORK STATE CLIMATE ACTION COUNCIL ADDS
HUDSON VALLEY PUBLIC HEARING ON DRAFT SCOPING PLAN ON MAY 12

What:

New York State’s 22-member Climate Action Council, established under the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, will hold an additional in-person public hearing in the Hudson Valley on May 12, 2022, to continue its work on a Statewide Scoping Plan to guide the State toward its nation-leading climate goals.

The Council released the Draft Scoping Plan on Dec. 30, 2021, and is accepting public comments on the draft through June 10, 2022. The Climate Action Council is now holding a total of 11 public hearings with nine in-person hearings and two virtual hearings.

In-person hearings will also be live-streamed to allow for remote viewing of the proceedings. All persons, organizations, corporations, and government agencies are encouraged to attend the public hearings and to submit oral or written comments.

Individuals attending in-person hearings and providing comments will be given two minutes to speak. Attendees are encouraged to arrive 30 minutes prior to the hearing for registration.

Press should show credentials at registration table upon entering the hearing.

When:

Hudson Valley Public Hearing

Thursday, May 12, 2022, 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. ET

Paramount Hudson Valley Theater
1008 Brown Street
Peekskill, NY 10566
           
Event Address: 

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87946428269?pwd=QjRROWNFUzNCdVpBWENySFowUkcyUT09
Passcode: climate

Dial: +1 646 558 8656
Webinar ID: 879 4642 8269
Event Passcode: 6349737

Capacity of Venue:
Up to 700 may attend this hearing.

Transportation:

• Street and public garage parking is metered until 6 p.m. Additional parking is available at the municipal garage on 1050 Park Street (3-minute walk from Paramount Theater).
• The Paramount Theater is located 0.8 miles by foot from the Peekskill Railroad station.

Health and Safety:

• The Paramount Theater does not require face masks or proof of COVID-19 vaccination at this time.
• Disposable face masks will be available at the event.

Information for All Hearing Attendees:

Pre-registration is encouraged but not required for the in-person hearings. Priority in seating and speaking will be given to those who pre-register. Individuals can pre-register here. Hearings will be webcast for viewing purposes only, professionally recorded, and transcribed as part of the official record and posted on the Climate Act website.

Members of the public who want to provide oral comment must attend either in-person or join a virtual hearing. Equal weight will be given to oral and written statements. American sign language and language interpretive services shall be made available upon written request at no charge. Any additional information, including instructions for joining each event remotely to view the proceedings, will be made available prior to each event here.

Written comments can be submitted via the online public comment form, via email to scopingplan@nyserda.ny.gov, or via U.S. Mail to Attention: Draft Scoping Plan Comments, NYSERDA, 17 Columbia Circle, Albany, NY 12203-6399.

For more information about public hearings or meetings of the New York State Climate Action Council, please visit climate.ny.gov/CAC-Meetings-and-Materials.

Join us after school to get some fresh air, stretch your legs, and have fun outdoors. We’ll meet in front of the visitor center to head out on an adventure. Each week will have a different theme and will include time to explore. Come for as many sessions as you’d like, and dress for outdoor activity. For children in grades K–5 and their caregivers.

Space is limited. Call 518-475-0291 by the Monday prior to register.

DEC has received a Brownfield Cleanup Program (BCP) application for a site known as 310 Ship Canal Site, site ID #C915322. This site is located in the City of Buffalo, within the County of Erie, and is located at 310 Ship Canal Parkway. Public comments about the application must be submitted by May 13, 2022.

Click the web link above at "Additional Information" to learn about the site and how to comment.

Project documents can be reviewed online at: https://www.dec.ny.gov/data/DecDocs/C915322/

And at:

Dudley Branch Library
2010 South Park Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14220

Celebrate International Migratory Bird Day with a bird walk followed by a sampling of bird-friendly chocolates and coffee. $5/person, free for Friends members. 

We welcome those who have any type of physical challenge to all our programs. If you call ahead to let us know your needs, we will be happy to learn how we can serve you.

PLEASE NOTE

• Registration is required for ALL programs unless otherwise indicated; call 716-683-5959 to register. 
• If you call outside of normal business hours, you will receive a call confirming your registration or waitlist status. PLEASE SPEAK CLEARLY when leaving your name and phone number as our system does not have caller ID. Unless you receive a callback, you are not registered. 
• Registration is limited to two programs/month. If you want to sign up for additional programs, you will be added to the waitlist. No limit for virtual programs.
• Social distancing and mask protocols are subject to change with current COVID guidelines.
• If you or a family member feels ill, is waiting for COVID test results or have COVID symptoms, please stay at home.
• In case of poor weather, programs may be cancelled.
  
• We cannot accommodate organized youth/civic groups at these programs. Please call to make other arrangements.

The weather is warming up and nature is on the move! Join a Five Rivers educator for this playful movement class. We’ll stretch like a bobcat, hunt one-legged like a heron, and squat like a toad. This program is for children (ages 5-12) and their caregivers. Bring a towel or yoga mat. Meets outdoors in the pavilion but we will be on the lawn in the spring sunshine if conditions permit. Space is limited.

Call 518-475-0291 by Wednesday, May 11 to register.

Silent witnesses to the forest world, trees actually do and “say” a lot if you know how to listen! We’ll take a nature walk to discover what the trees can tell us as they shelter our neighborhoods and the wildlife that live among us. For ages 6 and up. Space is limited.

Call 518-475-0291 by Wednesday, May 11 to register.