Thursday 5/14: RIOC Board Meeting 5:30PM
Dear Roosevelt Island Community: Please be advised that a meeting of the RIOC Board of Directors will be held on Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. at the Good Shepherd Community Center, 543 Main Street, Roosevelt Island, New York 10044. Meeting agenda can be found here: chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://d3olf8azjyqv1e.cloudfront.net/media/2026%2005%2014%20%20Board%20Meeting%20Agenda.pdf -Team RIOC
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Saturday, June 6 - Roosevelt Island Day!
Dear Roosevelt Island Community: RIOC invites the community to come together for a day of celebration, fun, and island pride at Roosevelt Island Day 2026! Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026 Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Location: Firefighters Field Rain Date: Sunday, June 7, 2026 This year’s celebration will feature a full day of fun for all ages, including: 🎉 Games & Inflatables 🎨 Kids Activities 🎶 Music 🍔 Food 🎁 Giveaways 🏘️ Community Booths …and much more! Join your neighbors for an afternoon of island fun and celebration. We look forward to seeing you there! -RIOC Communications & Community Affairs
Monday, May 11, 2026
May 8-18: Temporary Parking Restrictions Around the Cornell Loop
Dear Roosevelt Island Community: Please be advised that due to Cornell Graduation activities and other approved permits, temporary parking restrictions will be in effect in the following locations around the Cornell Tech loop beginning Friday, May 8: West Loop Road: No parking from Friday, May 8, 2026 at 11:00 PM through Monday, May 18, 2026 at 3:00 PM. East and South Loop Roads: No parking from Sunday, May 10, 2026 at 8:00 PM through Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 4:00 PM. PSD will post signs in the affected areas in advance of the restrictions. Motorists are encouraged to use Motorgate Garage during this time. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. Sincerely, PSD
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Operations Committee Meeting - Tuesday, May 12
Dear Roosevelt Island Community: Please be advised that a meeting of the Operations Advisory Committee of the RIOC Board of Directors will be held on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at RIOC’s Operations Office, 680 Main Street, Roosevelt Island, New York 10044. AGENDA: 1.Steam Plant – Brief Community Advisory Group Update 2.Operation “Smooth Ride” (Pothole Update) 3.Upcoming Capital Projects 4.Operational Procurements in Progress 5.July 4th Preparation 6. Any Other Committee Business that May be Brought Before the Committee The Open Meetings Law of the State of New York requires that all public bodies conduct meetings, convened for the purpose of officially conducting public business, in a manner open to attendance by the general public to observe and listen. Pursuant to Public Officers Law § 103-A, certain Committee members might attend the meeting via videoconference. The link to a webcast will be posted on RIOC’s website by 12:00 pm on May 12, 2026.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Lighthouse Park Comfort Station Reopened
Dear Roosevelt Island Community: Please be advised that the Lighthouse Park comfort station has now reopened following the recent water main break. The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) still has additional work to perform in the area, which may require the comfort station to go offline again for a brief period in the coming weeks. We will provide updates if any temporary closures are needed. Thank you for your understanding. -RIOC Maintenance
Monday, May 4, 2026
Traffic Now Reopened Near 510 Main Street
Dear Roosevelt Island Community: Traffic in both directions has now reopened near 510 Main Street. Thank you for your patience and understanding. -PSD
Friday, May 1, 2026
Traffic Temporarily Closed Near 510 Main Street
Dear Roosevelt Island Community: Due to FDNY activity, traffic on Main Street is temporarily closed in both directions near 510 Main Street. We apologize for the inconvenience and will update the community when the road reopens. Thank you for your understanding. - PSD
Friday, May 1, 2026
West Side Sidewalk and Road Repairs Beginning May 11
Dear Roosevelt Island Community: There are two upcoming projects to repair sidewalks and roads on the west side beginning Monday, May 11, that will temporarily impact parking in those areas: Sidewalk Expansion Along West Road – In late 2025, RIOC began work to expand the sidewalk adjacent to the promenade on West Road to improve Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance. Beginning Monday, May 11, work will resume to complete the project, which will impact parking from 475 Main Street to 455 Main Street. The work will be performed in two phases: Phase 1 will limit parking from 475 to 465 Main Street, and Phase 2 will limit parking from 465 to 455 Main Street. PSD will post signs in the affected areas in advance of the work to notify residents of the restrictions. Prior to the start of work, on May 5, shrubs along the sidewalk will be removed to accommodate its expansion. Replacement shrubs will then be replanted after the work is completed. In addition to a new sidewalk, the project will also add new bollard lighting to the walkway. The project is expected to be completed by August. Street Repair on West Main Street Adjacent to Tramway Plaza – Beginning Monday, May 18, RIOC will perform asphalt paving and install a new curb along West Main Street adjacent to Tramway Plaza. PSD will post signs in the affected area in advance of the work to notify residents of the parking restrictions. This work is expected to be completed by mid-June. Thank you for your cooperation as we work to complete these necessary upgrades. Additional communications regarding both projects will be shared in the future. Sincerely, RIOC Maintenance
Friday, May 1, 2026
Sun. 5/3 - 2026 NYC Five Borough Bike Tour Traffic Delays
Dear Roosevelt Island Community: Please be advised that due to the 2026 NYC Five Boro Bike Tour on Sunday, May 3, from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, there will be intermittent traffic delays on the Roosevelt Island 36th Avenue Bridge and throughout the five boroughs. As per NYC DOT, Vernon Boulevard will also be closed that day from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, so please plan your travel accordingly. Thank you. -PSD
Friday, May 1, 2026
RIOC Board Governance Committee Meeting - Monday (5/4) @5:30PM
Dear Roosevelt Island Community: Please be advised that a meeting of the Governance Committee of the RIOC Board of Directors will be held on Monday, May 4, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at RIOC’s Operations Office, 680 Main Street, Roosevelt Island, New York 10044. AGENDA: 1. Review of RIOC’s policies: a) Personally Owned Vehicle Usage Policy b) Policies and Procedures Regarding Travel by Personnel c) Policy for the Use of Discretionary Funds 2. Committee Chair’s Motion for Executive Session to Discuss: a) employment history of a particular person or corporation, or matters leading to the appointment, employment, promotion, demotion, discipline, suspension, dismissal or removal of a particular person or corporation. 3. Any other matters that can be brought before the Committee * * * The Open Meetings Law of the State of New York requires that all public bodies conduct meetings, convened for the purpose of officially conducting public business, in a manner open to attendance by the general public to observe and listen. Pursuant to Public Officers Law § 103-A, certain Committee members might attend the meeting via videoconference. The link to a webcast will be posted on RIOC’s website by 12:00 pm on May 4, 2025.
Wednesday, April 29, 2026