Massapequa's Alhambra Park Reopens A Decade After Sandy Destroyed It

MASSAPEQUA, NY — The Town of Oyster Bay celebrated the grand opening of Alhambra Park in Massapequa today, which had been closed for years after Hurricane Sandy devastated it in 2012.

The town secured $4 million in funding from the state to restore and improve the park. The work done included flood mitigation, and created better recreational access and beautification of the park.

"Alhambra Park has long been a favorite destination for residents of our south shore and the overall experience will now be better than before," said Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino. "Through federal funding, we were able to mitigate flooding and provide for water quality improvements while bringing a face-lift to the park and improving its overall appeal. Whether you enjoy a picnic, kayaking or walking on the boardwalk, Alhambra Park will be a favorite destination for this neighborhood."

Improvements to Alhambra Park included installation of new bulkhead, drainage improvements and installation of green infrastructure to reduce flooding. The design of the facility uses bio-retention areas to naturally treat and filter storm-water runoff, thereby removing pollutants from the water prior to its return to our aquifers.

The park also features access to the South Shore Blueway Trail with a kayak and canoe launching area. To further enhance safety and security, security cameras will be placed on site and a timber floating dock is being installed for use by the town's Bay Constables and the Nassau County Police Department Marine Bureau.