In 2019, politicians voted to partially demolish East River Park in a highly controversial and ecologically destructive flood plan aimed at protecting residents of Lower Manhattan from storm surges. Neighborhood groups worked for years on innovative, resilient designs, but the City opted for what park advocates argue is the most expensive and environmentally devastating solution. As plans to level areas of the park and pile 8-10 feet of landfill on top loom, neighbors, scientists, and activists discuss their frustration with local government, the need for comprehensive protection from climate disasters, and their fears for the future of a beloved park.