New Meadowlands: A new identity through resiliency

A comprehensive plan for a valuable yet vulnerable area

Different types of landscape in the NY – NJ region

The NY – NJ region is vulnerable to flooding…

…but other factors, such as social vulnerability…

…are also taken into consideration .

A series of conflicting pressures threaten the meadowlands today

Through a series of workshops local residents and stakeholders were consulted…

…and informed about the project

Protect, Connect, Grow!

A system of berms protects existing structures in the area and enables safe and durable development

The existing landscape is an integral part of the protective system

Impression of the berm in Secaucus during good weather…

…and during future storms.

Three protective systems work together to make a resilient area

Around basins that collect rainwater, the native Atlantic White Cedar can be reintroduced.

New Meadowlands encompasses four different landscapes

The meadowlands are a vital part of the region’s ecology worthy of protection and appreciation

The New Meadowlands offer a broad range of ecological and recreational attractions

A series of bicycle paths will make Meadowpark accessible

An abandoned railway bridge turns into a fish restaurant…

…serving fish caught and prepared in the meadowlands to locals and visitors.

Spotting wildlife in Meadowpark

Meadowband connects several important programmes

Exploded diagram showing the different elements of Meadowband

Meadowband connects and protects people and landscape

The Berm and Meadowband change shape and appearance according to local conditions

Living with the water on top of the Meadowband near Little Ferry

Storm barrier protecting South Kearny industry

Storm barrier protecting South Kearny industry