DescrIn September, the EDC’s Vision Plan for the BMT was passed by a two-thirds vote of the task force. This approval moves the project into the GPP (General Project Plan) stage.

For the GPP phase, a BMT Development Corporation has been established (BMTDC), and an Advisory Task Force (ATF) has been created. Samantha Razook is participating on the ATF. Meetings have yet to convene. Once meetings convene and information is shared, the committee will continue to update this site with information.

Description text goes hereThe GPP phase begins with an environmental review process to evaluate how the proposed development could impact the environment—including traffic, air quality, noise, and other factors. This is captured in an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS).

A Draft Scope of Work (DSOW) outlines the framework for the EIS, including potential environmental impacts, alternatives, and mitigation strategies. The public has a say in what is studied and included in the DSOW. These requests can be submitted orally (at hearings) or via email. The deadline has been extended to March 31.

March 31 concludes the end of the period for solicitation of public testimony requesting areas of study for the EIS. As part of the review process, the Mayor’s Office is required to receive and include this testimony in the development of the DSOW for the EIS.

The City Club of New York (CCNY) has proposed an alternative plan to the BMT Vision Plan - the CCNY’s plan is an All-Maritime Plan.

At the end of 2025, the EDC issued a Request for a an Expression of Interest (RFEI) for Port Operations and Maritime Uses. There were 25 respondents in 4 main categories.

Of the PLANS posted below, the 3 Most Recent summarize the current position of the project.

The EDC’s presentation of the RFEI includes a response to the CCNY’s All-Maritime plan.

Click into the presentation to see links for time stamps and slide numbers corresponding to these elements.