The City of Hackensack is taking significant strides to reduce flooding and reduce overflows (CSO) of its combined sewer system, which conveys both sanitary and stormwater flows. In so doing, the City seeks to reduce the impacts of flooding and stormwater pollution upon its residents and the local environment. Measures include combined sewer separation projects, […]
Join us in this free and public gathering to learn more about how the Green Infrastructure for Environmental Justice project can help communities in Central Hackensack. We will explore: *How green infrastructure can help reduce future flooding and beautify places *Environmental justice, and how it can be used to protect vulnerable communities from environmental problems […]
Join us to learn more about an exciting project to help reduce future flooding in Hackensack and make neighborhoods in the city greener and healthier. Learn about green infrastructure and environmental justice, and how you can get involved in a strategies to promote both in Central Hackensack. There will be light refreshments served (snacks and […]
Meet and chat with Kelsey Zlevor. She's an urban planner who works to make public places, such as parks, be places of healing and connection for people suffering from depression or other mental illnesses. In this free online conversation, learn about her work -- Mental Landscapes -- and find out about her conference session and workshop in Teaneck […]
Loneliness and social isolation are growing problems in the United States, which can worsen the effects of depression and other psychological disabilities. Most planners, architects and other placemaking professionals know very little about how to address this issue. This unique workshop will help you explore how to make public spaces -- such as parks -- […]
Join us to learn more about an exciting project to help reduce future flooding in Hackensack and make neighborhoods in the city greener and healthier. Learn about green infrastructure and environmental justice planned for 2024, and how you can get involved. There will be light refreshments served (snacks and soft drinks). To learn more about […]
The Hackensack Environmental Justice Alliance, a community group that focuses on helping people who are hardest hit by environmental issues, will hold its monthly meeting February 26, from 7 to 8 pm. We will be talking about creating a green infrastructure plan in Hackensack that is guided by community members. A green infrastructure plan is […]
La Fundacion Comunitaria Northern de Nueva Jersey, invata a la comunidad que vive in Hackensack a una clase de pintura gratis para las familias, con el fin de concientizarnos acerca de las inundaciones en su barrio y reflexionar sobre el medio ambiente. The Northern New Jersey Community Foundation invites anyone who lives or works in […]
Public art can help raise awareness, generate new ways of thinking and even inspire people to act. Following up on its Barrels O' Art project, the Green Infrastructure for Environmental Justice program, is looking for ideas for environmental art that addresses climate change, flooding or other environmental issues. Share your ideas in this free event […]
Part 1: 9:30-12 | Part 2: 12:30 – 2 About: Replacing all or some of your front lawn with native plants is a great way to help reduce flooding and pollution, support our natural ecosystem, and add beauty to your property. In this two-part workshop, you will learn how to design a native plant garden […]
