Forest Hills, NY – Less than a month after Assemblymember Andrew Hevesi, Council Member Lynn Schulman, Senator Leroy Comrie, Senator Joe Addabbo, and Queens Community Board 6 called on the New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY) to proactively maintain the medians along Queens Boulevard between Rego Park and Kew Gardens/Forest Hills, the officials reported the cleanup as completed.

In initial communications with DSNY, the officials referenced a wave of community complaints that arose in the summer of 2024 regarding deteriorating conditions on the medians, and indicated they had worked with the agency to make sure they were addressed. Following a July 7th letter highlighting similar issues emerging in 2025, the officials expressed gratitude for DSNY’s regular updates, swift response, and timely cleanup.

“The medians are looking great, we really appreciate DSNY’s responsiveness and action – getting this early in the season was really important from both an aesthetic and public health perspective. Huge thanks to the DSNY, all of the team members who carried this out, the Queens Borough outreach team, Commissioner Lojan, and to the Friends of MacDonald Park for everything they do and for making sure this stayed on the radar.” said Assemblymember Andrew Hevesi.

“Sincere thanks to the Department of Sanitation for stepping up and clearing the medians along Queens Boulevard. Their quick response and consistent effort to keep our streets clean and safe doesn’t go unnoticed – we appreciate their hard work. Collaborating with local elected officials to solve an important issue like this shows what real teamwork can accomplish – and for that, we’re truly thankful.” said Heather Beers-Dimitriadis, Chair, Queens Community Board 6.

“I want to thank DSNY for stepping up and addressing the concerns of our community so quickly,” said Council Member Lynn Schulman. “Clean and well‑maintained medians are not only important for the beauty of our neighborhoods, but also for the health and safety of residents and visitors. This swift action shows what can be accomplished when city agencies and the community work hand‑in‑hand to keep Queens a welcoming place for everyone.”