"From day one, our administration's North Star has been public safety. We have gone to work to sweep out crime and illegal activities from our neighborhoods, and because of this work, we are currently in our eighth consecutive quarter of crime reductions. That means for almost two straight years since January 2024 crime has consistently declined each quarter in New York City. But public safety is about more than just policing. To make sure our communities feel safe and are safe, we must make smart, upstream investments that prevent crime in the first place. We must invest in our young people and provide them with safe places away from gun violence. Places to just be kids, and to play and build trust with law enforcement."
"Last week, we opened the Harlem Field of Dreams, a state-of-the-art sporting field in Harlem that will provide a space for our young people to play baseball, softball, football, soccer, and lacrosse, as well as learn life skills and stay engaged in positive activities. First announced in our State of the City address earlier this year, this $11 million project has turned a dilapidated field into a vibrant, safe, and enriching space for 800 children in Harlem to play, learn, and build trust. With this new field, parents can rest easy knowing that the growth and safety of their child is not limited to the classroom. The programming at the Harlem Field of Dreams will keep our children healthy, engaged, and connected to their community."
New York City announced a nearly $30 million capital investment in three parks and public recreation projects on Staten Island alongside additional funding for a new Harlem sports facility. The administration reports eight consecutive quarters of crime reductions, noting sustained quarterly declines since January 2024. Public safety emphasis extends beyond policing toward upstream investments that prevent crime by providing safe places for youth away from gun violence. The $11 million Harlem Field of Dreams converts a dilapidated field into a multi-sport facility serving 800 children, offering programming to promote health, engagement, life skills, and community trust. The facility will also honor Brigadier General Charles Young.
Read at www.amny.com
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