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Advancing
A Local and Regional Transportation Network A Proposal
to Coordinate Major Rail Systems in the Borough of Queens
- September 1991, Revised June 1993
Several modes of transportation, controlled by different
transportation authorities, cross paths in Queens without
connections or links between them. The transportation authorities
are now independently proceeding with their own planned
improvements. This report advocates the creation of an intermodal
station, at the Sunnyside Rail Yard in Long Island City,
that would provide connections between existing mass transit
and commuter rail lines with potential for new rail links
to both LaGuardia and Kennedy Airports in Queens.
Willets Point A New Direction
- May 1993
Willets Point is within minutes of both Queens airports,
in close proximity to major arterial highways, situated
next door to world class recreational and cultural facilities
- USTA National Tennis Center, Shea Stadium, Hall of Science,
Queens Theater in the Park, Queens Museum - of Flushing
Meadows Corona Park. Willets Point A New Direction proposes
that the area should be developed with higher and better
uses, such as a Multi-use Business Center or an International
Trade Pavilion, that better suit the locational advantages.
Aqueduct Race Track Study -
August 1994
Over the years there have been reports about the closure
of the Aqueduct Race Track and sale of the 200+ acre property
by New York Racing Authority. Although Aqueduct is surrounded
by low-density residences existing zoning would allow inappropriate
semi-industrial uses. The study provides a framework for
rezoning the racetrack property and recommends reuse of
the site with needed housing, open space and community facilities.
Creedmoor Master Plan - June
1999
The New York State Office of Mental Health is proceeding
to sell portions of the Creedmoor Campus. The master plan
was conceived by the Creedmoor Working Group to recommend
development types and design guidelines that would be most
compatible with the neighboring area. The master plan proposes
low density housing and a public education complex on the
unneeded portions of the Creedmoor site.
CITYWIDE REPORTS
Strategic Policy Statement
Pursuant to the NYC Charter, every four years, the Borough
Presidents prepare a document that identifies the Borough's
long-term issues, policy goals, and recommended implementation
strategies. Strategic Policy Statements for Queens were
prepared in 1990, 1994 and 1998. |
