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Neighbors and Friends: Why We Support the QueensWay

August 27th, 2013

Since our effort began, thousands of Queens residents have joined the QueensWay cause.  Below are a couple of quotes in response to the selection of the QW consultant team. Tell us why you support the QW…  Read More

8/20/13 Press Conference Photos

August 23rd, 2013

On Tuesday August 20th, over thirty QW supporters and twenty news outlets gathered in Forest Hills to welcome on board team leaders from WXY and dlandstudio, selected by FQW and the Trust for Public Land as QW…  Read More

Press Release: Firms Picked for Feasibility and Planning Phases of the QueensWay

August 20th, 2013

By the Trust for Public Land – New York – 08/20/2013 Two New York firms have been chosen to lead a design and feasibility plan to turn 3.5 miles of an abandoned railroad in Queens into the…  Read More

The Entire QW in 2:10

July 25th, 2013

Untapped Cities contributor Jeff Seal traverses  the full length of the QueensWay. See the video below for a unique glimpse of the QW’s unique character, up close and personal. For the full story and photos visit…  Read More

QueensWay & the Case for Enhanced Property Values

July 10th, 2013

The mission of Friends of the QueensWay is to shape a shared vision: the creation of a linear park, extending 3.5 miles from Rego Park to Ozone Park. The benefits of creating new park space are…  Read More