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N.Y. Environmental Conservation Dept. Advances Next Phase of Landmark Effort to Expand Water Quality Protections in New York City Waters With Proposed Newtown Creek Reclassification
September 04, 2026
ALBANY, New York, Sept. 4 -- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation issued the following news release:

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DEC Advances Next Phase of Landmark Effort to Expand Water Quality Protections in New York City Waters with Proposed Newtown Creek Reclassification

Efforts Highlight Unprecedented Collaboration Between New York State DEC and New York City DEP to Improve Waterways Across the City

Proposal Builds on State's Multi- . . .

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