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New York City has an ambitious vision to expand its greenways by 40 miles, offering a continuous walk around Manhattan and car-free cycling from Brooklyn to Far Rockaway. Released on Wednesday, the “ Greater Greenways ” plan is the city’s first master plan for its greenway network in more than 30 years. The plan assesses the existing 500 miles of paths and proposes new pedestrian and cycling routes to fill in existing gaps across the five boroughs, with construction on some short-term projects beginning as early as 2028.

“Our citywide network of greenways connects New Yorkers with their neighbors and with the great outdoors, providing safe and accessible places to work up a sweat or take a stroll, and to appreciate the beauty of the five boroughs,” NYC P

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