Battery Park City Authority
Public Engagement Connects People with Climate Change Projects
The Ask.
Engage communities and stakeholders in planning projects to mitigate climate change-related flooding.
The Solution.
Layered public engagement for three connected Lower Manhattan projects to prompt participation—including navigating a COVID-19 required shift to virtual communication.
Tactics include:
Interactive in-person and virtual planning activities and design workshops
Public roundtables and presentations
WalkShop (walking workshop) series of three walking workshops with the project team for an on-the-ground idea-sharing tour.
The Outcome.
Continuing high attendance and participation by 400+ community members.
