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RIOC Unveils Redesigned Website, Faster and Optimized for Mobile Use RIOC.NY.Gov now delivers a more user-friendly, streamlined online experience
Roosevelt Island, NY (February 19, 2026) – The Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation (RIOC) has launched its redesigned website, RIOC.ny.gov, an updated online home for Roosevelt Island that is now faster and more user-friendly than the previous site, and is optimized for the mobile experience to meet visitors where they are in terms of device use. The newly redesigned site offers streamlined navigation and improved content organization, making it easier for residents and visitors to quickly find the information they need. Key services, community resources, and operational updates are now presented in a clearer layout, reducing the number of clicks required to access important pages.
Thursday, February 19, 2026
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Application Period Now Open for 2026 RIOC Public Purpose Funds
The Roosevelt Island Public Purpose Fund (The Fund) in The New York Community Trust is now accepting proposals from Roosevelt Island nonprofits that provide direct services or benefits to Roosevelt Island residents.
Friday, January 23, 2026
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RIOC and Leitner Poma of America Launch New Video Series on Roosevelt Island Tram
Roosevelt Island, NY — Jan. 22, 2026 — The Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation (RIOC), in partnership with Leitner‑Poma of America (LPOA), is launching a new series of short video profiles that spotlight the employees who keep the Roosevelt Island Tram running every day. The first video is launching today, Thursday, January 22.
Thursday, January 22, 2026
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