The city is taking a huge step to put the “park” back in Park Avenue. New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez announced that the Park Avenue between East 46th Street and East 57th Street will be getting a major facelift. The city will be adding greenery, public seating, concessions, and safer crossings for pedestrians.
The effort comes as a part of the city’s continued effort to permanently reimagine Fifth Avenue as a safer, less congested, pedestrian-centered boulevard. As a part of the announcement, the city released an RFP to help develop the design for Park Avenue. “High-quality public spaces aren’t just a luxury — they’re a necessity, and they’re a vital component of our vision to revitalize commercial corridors like Midtown and build a safer, more affordable, better city for all New Yorkers,” said Mayor Adams.
“Our ambitious project will ensure that as the MTA completes its underground structural work, the Park Avenue that goes back on top will be better than ever, with more space for people to enjoy the greatest city in the world.” “We’re putting the ‘park’ back in Park Avenue! This project will transform this iconic stretch of Manhattan’s Park Avenue by adding greenery and making important safety improvements. The Adams administration continues to reimagine public space in record ways,” said DOT Commissioner Rodriguez.
“This street redesign is a key piece of a.