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The Department of Health made sure that the food vendors on the pier sold only fresh fruits and vegetables. |
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The Department of Transportation built a boat dock that all boats could use when traveling to the pier, but also allowed for boat rentals for a small fee. |
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The Department of Parks and Recreation worked with the Department of Transportation to plant trees along side the designated bike paths. |
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The Department of Sanitation built dozens of recycling bins throughout the pier. Brown compost bins and black trashcans are also seen throughout the pier. |
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The Department of Sanitation worked with the Department of Transportation to create a boat that would clean the water along the Hudson River near the pier. |
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The Department of Transportation built a subway station and rerouted the A/C/E trains to stop at the pier. |
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This 3-story building was built by the Department of Health and includes a Senior Center, a dance studio for all ages, a healthy restaurant, and a rooftop playground. |
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This boat, built by the Department of Parks and Recreation, is a museum about the history of the west side of Manhattan. |
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This large, glass-bottomed boat gives tours to many tourists each day. It was built by the Department of Transportation. |
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The Department of Transportation built safety signs and crosswalks to protect both pedestrians and motorists alike. Orange bike paths show where biking is permitted on the pier. |
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The Department of Animal Care and Control built a small-scale zoo for students and visitors to learn about local wildlife and rescued animals. |
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A sprinkler park for children was built by the Department of Parks and Recreation |
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Picnic tables are available to those who want to eat at the pier and spend the day there. They were built by the Department of Parks and Recreation. |
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There are many boats available for rent at the boat dock, including glass-bottom boats that come with a tour guide as well as free canoes for day trips. |
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A view of the interior of the gazebo (with benches) and the healthy garden mentioned above. |
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A dog run was built by the Department of Animal Care and Control to allow for constant off-leash time for animals. |
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Signs are posted on roadways to improve safety by the Department of Transportation. |
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A bus stop was built at the pier by the Department of Transportation. |
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A water slide and swimming pool were built by the Department of Parks and Recreation for all citizens to enjoy during the warm summer months. |
This was an amazing year in second grade!! Looking back through this blog has brought so many great memories to mind as we start thinking towards next school year. Good luck with everything next year and please, as I've said before, don't hesitate to email me or contact me should you need anything.
- Liz