Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney and Council member Jessica Lappin have established an East River Esplanade Taskforce to rehabilitate the East River Esplanade north of 63rd Street. The task force will assess the condition of the esplanade, estimate the cost of repairs, and secure funding.
It is evident from the sinkholes, potholes, lack of benches and shrubbery, that not only is the Esplanade unsightly, but it can also be unsafe. The East 70's portion of the Esplanade is particularly perilous, with several spots closed off.
On July 26 a preliminary meeting was held, during which is was determined that the Parks Department is the appropriate agency to take the lead on this project.
On October 7, Congresswoman Maloney, Council member Lappin will meet with community board chairs and Parks Department chairs to continue planning for this project. Of course, funding will be the biggest challenge for this project.
The esplanade was built in the 1960s, along with the FDR Drive. The pavement was last renovated in the 1980s, when hex block pavers were installed, but the seawall from 59th to 96th streets has never been renovated.
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