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34th Avenue Open Street

‘Gold Standard’ Open Street Has Two Paths Forward To Become True ‘Paseo Park’

The DOT is contemplating two options for the 1.3 mile-long linear park in Jackson Heights. Which would you choose?

November 26, 2025

Monday’s Headlines: Permanent Paseo Edition

We journeyed to Jackson Heights to celebrate a milestone in the life of the 34th Avenue open street. Plus other news.

November 17, 2025

Report: A Calmer 34th Avenue Open Street Starts on Northern Boulevard

Supporters the 34th Avenue open street hope design changes can help calm the strip and redirect faster riders to a safer Northern Boulevard.

June 17, 2025

Open Streets Are Shrinking Thanks to ‘Lukewarm’ City Support: Lander

Another silver lining from the pandemic retreated under Mayor Adams.

April 27, 2025

Money for Something: DOT Starts $89M Paseo Park Redesign Outreach

The Department of Transportation held its first vision meeting for the redesign of the 26-block 34th Avenue open street. Of course, some opponents were so angry that they didn't bother to participate.

June 24, 2024

Queens Pol: DOT Needs to Solve ‘Moped Crisis’ in Paseo Park

Residents fear mopeds on the "gold standard" open street — and the local Council member is focused on a better design.

June 11, 2024

Thursday’s Headlines: 34th Avenue Is Officially a Park Edition

The 26-block car-free open street on 34th Avenue in Queens is officially a park! Plus more news.

December 21, 2023