Brownfield Opportunity Area (BOA)
Archtober Newburgh is an annual festival of 25+ free events that celebrates the city's rich architectural heritage, connects people to resources and promotes local initiatives in the community.
This mini exhibition explores the Brownfield Opportunity Area (BOA) Study for the City of Newburgh—a collaborative, community-driven planning initiative aimed at revitalizing underused and potentially contaminated properties. Through maps, visuals, and interactive materials, the display sheds light on how residents, stakeholders, and planners have worked together to shape a more sustainable and inclusive future for Newburgh. Learn about the process, the vision, and the opportunities emerging from this important planning effort.
The Newburgh Hillside BOA Nomination Study was a bold, inclusive planning initiative transforming a long-neglected 144‑acre area into a thriving, connected, and equitable neighborhood. Spearheaded by local stakeholders in partnership with NYS and environmental consultants, the process weaves environmental assessment, public input, and strategic vision into a foundation for future redevelopment. The project acknowledges past displacements and invests in community-led renewal—reinvigorating Newburgh’s connection to its waterfront, its heritage, and its people
