By Staten Islander News Organization.

The Graniteville Wetland located along South Avenue in Staten Island has been a point of contention for residents who do not want the BJs Wholesale Club project to go forward. This project would cut down about 1,800 trees, and destroy the wetland that people living in the area, environmental conservationists, scientists, and others have stated protects the local area from flooding. Gabriella Velardi Ward of Staten Island Coalition of Wetlands and Forests has provided an update to the public, including things you can do and how to get involved.