On September 30, 2025, Parks Commissioner Iris Rodriguez-Rosa joined community members to celebrate the completed renovation of John Paul Jones Park in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn.
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Parks, Community, Celebrate Reconstruction of Rainey Park in Astoria
On July 9, 2025, NYC Parks Commissioner Iris Rodriguez-Rosa, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, former Council Member Jimmy Van Bramer, and local community members came together to celebrate the completion of an $8.5 million renovation of Rainey Park in Astoria, Queens.
Parks Celebrates Strong Street Playground Reconstruction in the Bronx
On July 1, 2025, the Department of Parks and Recreation joined elected officials and community members to celebrate the reopening of the Strong Street playground in the Kingsbridge Heights section of the Bronx.
New Parks Commissioner Appointed and $23 Million Completed Parks Investment Celebrated
On June 1, 2025, Mayor Eric Adams appointed Iris Rodriguez-Rosa as the new Parks Commissioner. She is the first Latina to hold this position, and her appointment follows a long career in public service.
Parks Announces Upcoming Improvements to Playground in Sunnyside
On April 22, 2025, New York City Parks Commissioner Sue Donoghue, alongside other key stakeholders, announced upcoming improvements to the Lt. Michael R. Davidson Playground in Sunnyside, Queens. The New York City Council is funding this $4.8 million project.
Parks Celebrates Reopening of Tompkins Square Park Fieldhouse
On April 15, 2025, New York City Parks Commissioner Sue Donoghue joined with other critical stakeholders to celebrate the reopening of the Tompkins Square Park Fieldhouse. This $5.6 million project was funded by the Mayor’s Office.