A New Planning and Engagement Process to Shape Roosevelt Island’s Future
On November 14, 2025, the City and State introduced a new framework to extend Roosevelt Island’s master lease and kick off a planning and engagement process for the island’s future. This initiative, led along with the Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation (RIOC) and NYC Health + Hospitals, will engage residents, community leaders, elected officials, and other stakeholders to explore opportunities for potential housing, new infrastructure, and community amenities.
The process will consider the NYC Health + Hospitals/Coler campus and the former Roosevelt Steam Plant site and will prioritize the needs and input of residents and staff while maintaining a continuity of care.
As the process continues to progress, the New York City Economic Development Corporation (EDC) has set-up a website where Roosevelt Island residents and stakeholders can stay up to date on the planning study's progress and share feedback directly with city and state officials. You can also sign-up for updates, watch past engagement meetings, and view key documents.