Bill > A00209

This bill amends the administrative code of New York City to officially add a secondary designation for Staten Island as the "borough of parks". The bill specifically modifies subdivision 5 of section 2-202 of the city's administrative code by inserting language that allows Staten Island to be known by both its current name and the new "borough of parks" moniker. The bill does not change the geographical boundaries or legal definition of Staten Island, which is currently defined as the territory known as Richmond County and includes Staten Island itself along with several smaller islands like Island of Meadows, Pralls Island, Hoffman Island, and Swinburne Island. The new designation appears to be a symbolic recognition of Staten Island's significant park and green space resources, potentially highlighting the borough's natural landscape and recreational areas. The bill includes a standard provision that it will take effect immediately upon enactment.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A209