In The News

January, 2014

Parks & Trails New York Awards Grants To Strengthen Park And Trail Groups Around The State

The statewide advocacy group Parks & Trails New York (PTNY) today awarded almost $15,000 in Growing the Grassroots capacity building grants to eight not-for-profit park and trail organizations. The groups will use the funds to increase organizational visibility, generate community support, grow membership, and attract additional volunteers.

Parks & Trails New York Applauds Governor Cuomo's Proposed Investment In Parks And Environment Budget

Governor Cuomo’s budget proposal for State FY 2014-2015 includes important investments in state parks infrastructure and environmental programs that will help grow the economy, promote tourism, and enhance the quality of life for all New Yorkers.

New Yorkers Call On Governor Cuomo To Fund Pedestrian And Bicycling Projects

More than 50 organizations, 1,300 Postcards, one message—NYS Budget needs dedicated bike/ped funding—New Yorkers for Active Transportation (NY4AT) delivered a united message to Governor Cuomo this afternoon: more than 1,300 postcards, from New Yorkers across the state, calling on the Governor to dedicate funding to improve New York’s pedestrian and bicycling infrastructure. The postcard delivery is a follow‐up to a letter, sent in December 2013, from more than 50 organizations representing environmental, health, aging, equity, and transportation groups.

Statement From Parks & Trails New York On Governor Cuomo's 2014 State Of The State Address

In today's State of the State address, Governor Cuomo reinforced his commitment to the revitalization of New York’s world-class state park system. We applaud the Governor’s continued investment in these treasured landscapes and cultural landmarks for New Yorkers today and for future generations.