2. Alley Pond Park’s Shoreline is Eroding

Although Alley Pond Park has been the focus of rehabilitation efforts for decades, its health is still dependent on community and governmental support. As reported by Nathan Kensinger at Curbed NY, Alley Creek lost 30 percent (13 acres) of its marsh from 1974 to 2012 alone, equating to about two feet of loss per year. To combat its erosion, conservation efforts have been taking place over the last few months to clear away debris and non-native invasive plant species, such as common reeds.