DEP to acquire 3.3 acres and three easements to establish stormwater runoff areas in Staten Island. In February the Planning Commission approved two actions associated with stormwater runoff systems in the Arden Heights, Annadale, Eltingville, Woodrow and Prince’s Bay neighborhoods of Staten Island, some of the last remaining areas in the city without established stormwater sewer systems.

DEP sought to acquire three easements, totaling .2 acres, in Prince’s Bay and Woodrow and in the second application sought a 3.3- acre acquisition for stormwater conveyance and storage for the Arden Heights, Annadale, and Eltingville neighborhoods. DEP noted in its applications that the original storm and sanitary sewer plan for Staten Island was prepared in 1961; however, it was never fully implemented and became obsolete. A 1989 study recommended that wetlands be used for stormwater management while also providing natural open space. Implementation of this plan began in 1993 with the City’s acquisition of selected wetlands and stream basins. (read more…)