RIOC newsletterJune 2026
RIOC's June 2026 newsletter covers the Tram's 50th anniversary, Roosevelt Island Day drawing 1,000+ people, steam plant demolition oversight, road/sidewalk upgrades, and a full slate of summer events including movie nights and a film festival.
- Tramway celebrated its 50th anniversary with a 'TRAMiversary' event and a proclamation from Assembly Member Rebecca Seawright.
- A Community Advisory Group (CAG) was formed with local elected officials, NYC HPD, and NYC DOB to oversee steam plant demolition; residents can email questions to ridemolition@hpd.nyc.gov.
- West Road repaving and curb repair are complete; sidewalk work from Meditation Lawn to the subway continues, targeted for completion by summer to improve ADA access and reduce flooding.
- 'Operation Smooth Ride' has fixed 375+ potholes since spring; residents are urged to sign up for the Brightly ticket system to report issues.
- Free Southpoint Park Summer Movie Series kicked off July 17 with four Friday screenings, and the Roosevelt Island Film Festival returned June 25-28 at Main Street Theatre.