RIOC News, Issue 11, Out Now!

New Issue Alert! Issue #11 of the RIOC News e-newsletter is now available!

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Sportspark Renovation Update

Please be advised that mobilization will begin in late April for the highly anticipated renovations on the Sportspark facility. The renovations will include the installation of energy-efficient systems, the addition of a fitness center, a multi-purpose me...

Governor Hochul Announces Opening of $11 Million Southpoint Park Revitalized Waterfront Promenades

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the opening of two newly expanded and improved waterfront promenades within Roosevelt Island's Southpoint Park. The $11 million revitalization project expands the island's lookout points with pathways and native veget...

Blackwell Plaza Gets an Upgrade

Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation (RIOC) will welcome the holiday season with a newly renovated Blackwell Plaza, a cornerstone to Roosevelt Island’s Main Street, when it opens to the public on Friday, November 19^th.

“The safety of ...

Banking on Roosevelt Island, an Update

On Monday, October 25^th, Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation (RIOC), with support of elected officials, the Roosevelt Island Resident Association (RIRA), Community Board 8 and other community representatives, held an open house for financial institutio...

Statement from Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation (RIOC) President and CEO, Shelton J. Haynes

McManus Welcome Station Opens

Nothing was more welcoming than the smile of Jack McManus. A staunch supporter of youth sports and beloved Chief of the Roosevelt Island Public Safety Department from 2013 to 2019, you could always count on seeing Jack enthusiastically greet the soccer pl...

Work Commences on Blackwell Park Improvement Project

On Monday, July 26^th, Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation (RIOC) commenced work on the Blackwell Park Improvement Project, which will help shape a safer, more accessible, and welcoming outdoor space for the community and visitors alike.

Improvements tha...

Roosevelt Island to Unveil New Memorial Honoring FDR Ahead of the ADA’s 31st Anniversary

A testimonial to the former U.S. President, the memorial will be a tribute to diversity and inclusion

Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation (RIOC) and the Roosevelt Island Disabled Association (RIDA) announced plans to celebrate the 31^st anniver...

Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation Announces Island-Wide Beautification Plans

Their Horticultural and Landscape Design Initiative will enhance, elevate, and diversify the island

ROOSEVELT ISLAND, NY, Jun. 12, 2021 – Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation (RIOC) announced today their Horticultural and Landscape De...