New York City: Elected Officials, Urban Ag Coalition Rally for Development of Comprehensive Urban Agricultural Plan

Council Member Espinal,

Brooklyn Borough President Adams,

Elected Officials,

Urban Ag Coalition Rally For

Development of a

Comprehensive Urban Agricultural Plan

WHO:  Council Member Rafael Espinal, Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams, Urban Farmers, Community Gardeners

WHEN: Tuesday, June 11th, 10:30am

WHERE: Jacob Wrey Mould Fountain in City Hall Park, New York, NY 10007

WHAT: Elected officials, supporters of urban agriculture, environmental allies, along with leaders of the City's community gardens will rally in City Hall Park for the development of a comprehensive urban agriculture plan prior to the City Council Hearing on the legislation.

In lifting restrictions and clearing up land use policy, the plan will promote the expansion of large-scale urban agriculture, making it easier for the City to protect New Yorkers' health and the environment while bolstering the economy. Advocates have long argued that the expansion of green spaces and access to local food is necessary in closing the 'freshness gap’ in the under-served communities of the city.