Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Manhattan CB4?
Twelve Dead, 1,600 Hurt—Still No Action
Manhattan CB4: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 6, 2025
The Toll in Plain Sight
One death. Eleven left with injuries so severe they changed lives. That’s just the last twelve months in Manhattan CB4. The numbers are steady, unyielding. In three and a half years, twelve people have died and over 1,600 have been hurt on these streets. Most were walking or riding. Most never saw it coming.
The Latest Crashes: No End in Sight
Just last year, an 86-year-old woman was killed crossing with the signal at 8th Avenue and West 25th. The driver was in an SUV, turning left, not yielding. She died from head injuries. The crash report lists “failure to yield right-of-way” and “driver inattention” as causes. The driver was unlicensed. The woman never made it to the other side, according to NYC Open Data.
A 23-year-old cyclist died on West 36th Street. She was hit by an e-bike. The city calls it “driver inexperience” and “distraction.” The details are spare. The loss is not.
The Voices on the Street
People see what’s happening. “No one stops at these stop signs. We see people go through these red lights all the time,” said a woman named Nita. Another resident put it plain: “The crowding and the traffic signals are a problem,” said Jordan.
Leadership: Progress and Delay
Local leaders have moved, but not fast enough. State Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal voted yes on a bill to require speed limiters for repeat speeders, aiming to keep the worst drivers from killing again. Assembly Member Tony Simone co-sponsored bills to expand speed camera enforcement and hold reckless drivers accountable. Council Member Erik Bottcher sponsored a bill to ban parking near crosswalks, a simple fix that saves lives. But the deaths keep coming. The city has the power to lower speed limits to 20 mph. It has not used it.
What Now: No More Waiting
Every day of delay is another day someone doesn’t come home. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Tell them to lower the speed limit, fix the crossings, and end the silence. The slow grind of traffic violence will not stop on its own. It takes a city to end it.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does Manhattan CB4 sit politically?
▸ Which areas are in Manhattan CB4?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Manhattan CB4?
▸ Are these crashes just 'accidents'?
▸ What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene, West Side Spirit, Published 2025-07-31
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4636298 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
- Cyclist Struck In Washington Heights Hit-And-Run, CBS New York, Published 2025-08-04
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- File A 7997, Open States, Published 2025-04-16
- Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights, CBS New York, Published 2025-08-04
- Cyclist Hospitalized After Hit-And-Run Uptown, CBS New York, Published 2025-08-03
- Carriage Horse Dies On Manhattan Street, CBS New York, Published 2025-08-06
- Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene, West Side Spirit, Published 2025-07-31
- StreetsPAC Ranks Lander #1 for Mayor, Offers Other Picks for Comptroller, Beeps and Council, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-11
Other Representatives
District 75
214 W. 29th St. Suite 1401, New York, NY 10001
Room 326, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 3
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212-564-7757
250 Broadway, Suite 1785, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6979
District 47
322 8th Ave. Suite 1700, New York, NY 10001
Room 310, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Manhattan CB4 Manhattan Community Board 4 sits in Manhattan, Precinct 10, District 3, AD 75, SD 47.
It contains Chelsea-Hudson Yards, Hell'S Kitchen.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Manhattan Community Board 4
Motorcycle Strikes Parked Sedan on 10 Avenue▸A motorcycle traveling north collided with a parked sedan on 10 Avenue in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver suffered back injuries and shock. The crash was caused by driver inattention. The sedan sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, at 1:55 AM on 10 Avenue near West 26 Street in Manhattan, a motorcycle traveling north struck a parked sedan. The sedan was stationary, with damage to its left rear quarter panel and bumper. The motorcycle's right front quarter panel was damaged upon impact. The motorcycle driver, a 35-year-old male, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The sedan driver was not present in the vehicle at the time, and no other occupants were involved.
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 68-year-old woman was struck by an SUV making a left turn on West 49 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle's left front bumper collided with her, causing knee and lower leg injuries.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of West 49 Street and 9 Avenue in Manhattan at 16:23. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2023 Cadillac SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck her with the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated as 3. The report notes no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian but indicates unspecified contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision and resulting injuries highlight the dangers posed by vehicle maneuvers such as left turns at intersections.
Sedan Ignores Signal, Hits Cyclist on 54th▸A sedan ran a traffic control and struck a northbound cyclist on West 54th. The rider took the hit to the face. He stayed conscious. The crash left the bike and car scarred. System failed the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on West 54th Street near 11th Avenue in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male bicyclist riding north. The cyclist suffered facial abrasions and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a driver error, showing the sedan driver failed to obey signals or signs. 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was also noted as a factor. The sedan's right front bumper and the bike's right front quarter panel were damaged. The cyclist wore a helmet. The report does not assign blame to the injured rider beyond the noted confusion.
Hoylman-Sigal Conditionally Supports Misguided Lower Congestion Fee▸State senators debate cutting the $15 congestion toll. Brad Hoylman-Sigal backs a lower fee if safety and transit gains hold. Liz Krueger wants $1 billion for the MTA. Jabari Brisport slams the rushed process. Trump vows to kill the tolls.
On July 2, 2024, state lawmakers, including Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47), discussed reducing the $15 base congestion pricing fee. The debate, reported by Gothamist, centers on whether a lower toll could unfreeze the program while still funding the MTA. Hoylman-Sigal said, "Nobody's wedded to $15. We are wedded to the improvements that congestion pricing will provide for mass transit or safety on our streets for cleaner air." Sen. Liz Krueger is open to a new fee if it raises $1 billion yearly. Sen. Jabari Brisport criticized the lack of study and feedback in the process, calling it "irresponsible." Any change needs legislative, MTA, and federal approval. Trump has promised to end congestion pricing if elected. No formal safety analysis was provided for vulnerable road users.
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NY lawmakers weigh lower congestion pricing fee – but Trump could kill tolls if elected,
gothamist.com,
Published 2024-07-02
Hoylman-Sigal Supports Misguided Lower Congestion Pricing Toll▸Albany stalls. The MTA faces a $15 billion hole. Lawmakers argue over reviving congestion pricing with a lower toll. Transit hangs in the balance. Streets stay clogged. Riders and walkers wait for answers. No fix. No funding. Danger lingers.
On July 2, 2024, state lawmakers, including Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47), debated the future of congestion pricing and MTA funding. The matter, reported as 'MTA in dark over Gov. Hochul’s talks to revive congestion pricing with lower tolls,' highlights confusion and division. Hoylman-Sigal supports lowering the toll, saying, 'The goal should be mend it don’t end it.' He urges keeping the program alive to save mass transit. Sen. Liz Krueger is open to tweaks if goals are met. Assemblyman Gary Pretlow opposes any revival. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall after the program’s pause. Policy experts warn that lowering the toll could weaken congestion relief and transit funding. No clear plan exists. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as gridlock and uncertainty persist.
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MTA in dark over Gov. Hochul’s talks to revive congestion pricing with lower tolls: ‘I don’t know anything’,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-07-02
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Bicyclist on West 41st▸A 20-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn on West 41st. The cyclist was struck on the right side, sustaining shock and pain without ejection or vehicle damage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on West 41st was making a right turn when it failed to yield the right-of-way to a bicyclist also traveling east. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the sedan striking the right side doors of the bicycle. The 20-year-old male bicyclist was injured, suffering knee, lower leg, and foot injuries and was in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing any safety equipment. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The driver of the sedan was licensed and female. This crash highlights the danger posed by driver failure to yield to vulnerable road users.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 29-year-old man suffered head injuries and shock after an SUV struck him at an intersection while he was crossing with the signal. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing the collision in Manhattan’s 10 Avenue area.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2013 Toyota SUV, traveling northeast and making a left turn, struck him at the intersection near 315 10 Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle’s left front bumper made contact. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and was in shock following the impact. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time of the crash. This collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian.
Tony Simone Backs Safety Boosting Plaza33 Pedestrian Transformation▸City leaders cut the ribbon on Plaza33. Once a car-choked block, now a pedestrian haven. Trees, tables, and open space replace exhaust and noise. Years of work. A new chapter for Midtown. People walk, sit, and breathe. Cars banished. Safety reclaimed.
On June 27, 2024, city officials and civic leaders marked the completion of Plaza33, a pedestrian plaza on 33rd Street by Penn Station. The event capped years of transformation, turning a block once 'full of cars and trucks' into a car-free space. Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Assembly Member Tony Simone, and Council Member Erik Bottcher attended the ribbon-cutting. Levine recalled, 'I remember the battle over transforming this space and all the people who said that it would clog up traffic all over Midtown if we turned this street over to people and here we are and it's gorgeous.' Vornado Realty Trust funded the $65-million project with the Department of Transportation. The plaza, now permanent, offers 16,000 square feet for pedestrians, with trees, seating, and public programming. The change removes cars from a busy Midtown block, giving vulnerable road users safe, open ground.
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Penn Station Block Completes Years-Long Transformation into ‘Plaza33’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-27
E-Scooter Rider Hurt by Broken Pavement▸E-scooter struck broken pavement on West 44 Street. Rider’s shoulder fractured, arm twisted. Helmet on. No ejection. Road defect, not rider, caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old man riding an e-scooter east on West 44 Street near 11 Avenue in Manhattan was injured at 8:17 AM. The rider suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder and upper arm. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Shoulders Defective/Improper' as contributing factors. The e-scooter hit the defect and sustained center front end damage. The rider was licensed in New Jersey and wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No driver error was cited. The crash highlights the danger of defective road conditions.
Car Strikes Woman Head-On Before Dawn▸A car moving east on West 58th Street struck a 29-year-old woman head-on before sunrise. Her body was crushed. She died alone in the street, unnamed, as the city slept. The impact left silence and loss in its wake.
According to the police report, a woman was walking in the roadway near West 58th Street and Ninth Avenue in Manhattan at 3:41 a.m. when an eastbound car struck her head-on. The report states her body was crushed and she died at the scene, 29 years old, alone in the dark. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, and the car was traveling straight ahead. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for both the driver and the pedestrian. No information is provided about the vehicle type or the driver. The victim's actions are described as 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The deadly force of the car and the lack of identified driver error in the report highlight the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets, especially in the early hours.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Outside Intersection▸A 51-year-old man was injured when a Tesla SUV traveling west struck him outside an intersection on West 24th Street. The driver’s view was obstructed, contributing to the collision. The pedestrian suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injuries.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male pedestrian was injured by a 2023 Tesla SUV traveling west on West 24th Street in Manhattan. The collision occurred outside an intersection, with the pedestrian performing 'other actions in roadway.' The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to see the pedestrian in time. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No vehicle damage was reported. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s limited visibility as the primary cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan turning right on West 34 Street hit a 40-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was left in shock. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling south, was making a right turn on West 34 Street in Manhattan around 12:33 a.m. The vehicle struck a 40-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the sedan, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her hip and upper leg, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal. The collision highlights the driver's error in yielding, which directly led to the pedestrian's injury.
E-Bike Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸A 66-year-old man suffered abrasions and full-body injuries after an e-bike traveling east struck him while he crossed with the signal near West 58th Street. The e-bike showed no damage, highlighting the force of impact on the pedestrian.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling eastbound on West 58th Street struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal but not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. The e-bike had no reported damage, indicating a significant impact on the pedestrian. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or other violations were explicitly cited. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident underscores the dangers posed by e-bikes to pedestrians, even when crossing legally.
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Collision▸A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured with a shoulder contusion after colliding with an SUV making a right turn on West 51 Street. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn southwest when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead southbound. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV sustained no damage and had no occupants other than the driver. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The impact point was noted as 'Other' on the bike, indicating a collision location not on the vehicle's front or side. No pedestrian or victim fault is indicated in the report.
S 9752Hoylman-Sigal votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Hoylman-Sigal votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
Simone Opposes Hochuls Pause of Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing▸Albany lawmakers shut down a last-ditch MTA funding plan after Governor Hochul paused congestion pricing. No replacement for the lost $1 billion. Transit riders and street users face uncertainty. Lawmakers call the move reckless. The city waits. Danger lingers.
On June 7, 2024, the New York State legislative session ended without passing a replacement funding plan for the MTA after Governor Kathy Hochul paused congestion pricing. The matter, described as 'Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,' left the MTA without the $1 billion annual revenue congestion pricing would have provided. Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins announced the session’s close without a deal. Lawmakers including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, Senate Deputy Leader Michael Gianaris, State Sen. John Liu, Assemblyman Harvey Epstein, and Assemblyman Tony Simone criticized the governor’s decision and the proposed IOU bailout. Gounardes said, 'I cannot in good conscience ratify a decision that will eliminate a significant, dedicated revenue source for the MTA’s capital plan.' The pause leaves the city’s transit future—and the safety of those who rely on it—uncertain.
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Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Simone votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A motorcycle traveling north collided with a parked sedan on 10 Avenue in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver suffered back injuries and shock. The crash was caused by driver inattention. The sedan sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, at 1:55 AM on 10 Avenue near West 26 Street in Manhattan, a motorcycle traveling north struck a parked sedan. The sedan was stationary, with damage to its left rear quarter panel and bumper. The motorcycle's right front quarter panel was damaged upon impact. The motorcycle driver, a 35-year-old male, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The sedan driver was not present in the vehicle at the time, and no other occupants were involved.
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 68-year-old woman was struck by an SUV making a left turn on West 49 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle's left front bumper collided with her, causing knee and lower leg injuries.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of West 49 Street and 9 Avenue in Manhattan at 16:23. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2023 Cadillac SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck her with the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated as 3. The report notes no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian but indicates unspecified contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision and resulting injuries highlight the dangers posed by vehicle maneuvers such as left turns at intersections.
Sedan Ignores Signal, Hits Cyclist on 54th▸A sedan ran a traffic control and struck a northbound cyclist on West 54th. The rider took the hit to the face. He stayed conscious. The crash left the bike and car scarred. System failed the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on West 54th Street near 11th Avenue in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male bicyclist riding north. The cyclist suffered facial abrasions and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a driver error, showing the sedan driver failed to obey signals or signs. 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was also noted as a factor. The sedan's right front bumper and the bike's right front quarter panel were damaged. The cyclist wore a helmet. The report does not assign blame to the injured rider beyond the noted confusion.
Hoylman-Sigal Conditionally Supports Misguided Lower Congestion Fee▸State senators debate cutting the $15 congestion toll. Brad Hoylman-Sigal backs a lower fee if safety and transit gains hold. Liz Krueger wants $1 billion for the MTA. Jabari Brisport slams the rushed process. Trump vows to kill the tolls.
On July 2, 2024, state lawmakers, including Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47), discussed reducing the $15 base congestion pricing fee. The debate, reported by Gothamist, centers on whether a lower toll could unfreeze the program while still funding the MTA. Hoylman-Sigal said, "Nobody's wedded to $15. We are wedded to the improvements that congestion pricing will provide for mass transit or safety on our streets for cleaner air." Sen. Liz Krueger is open to a new fee if it raises $1 billion yearly. Sen. Jabari Brisport criticized the lack of study and feedback in the process, calling it "irresponsible." Any change needs legislative, MTA, and federal approval. Trump has promised to end congestion pricing if elected. No formal safety analysis was provided for vulnerable road users.
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NY lawmakers weigh lower congestion pricing fee – but Trump could kill tolls if elected,
gothamist.com,
Published 2024-07-02
Hoylman-Sigal Supports Misguided Lower Congestion Pricing Toll▸Albany stalls. The MTA faces a $15 billion hole. Lawmakers argue over reviving congestion pricing with a lower toll. Transit hangs in the balance. Streets stay clogged. Riders and walkers wait for answers. No fix. No funding. Danger lingers.
On July 2, 2024, state lawmakers, including Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47), debated the future of congestion pricing and MTA funding. The matter, reported as 'MTA in dark over Gov. Hochul’s talks to revive congestion pricing with lower tolls,' highlights confusion and division. Hoylman-Sigal supports lowering the toll, saying, 'The goal should be mend it don’t end it.' He urges keeping the program alive to save mass transit. Sen. Liz Krueger is open to tweaks if goals are met. Assemblyman Gary Pretlow opposes any revival. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall after the program’s pause. Policy experts warn that lowering the toll could weaken congestion relief and transit funding. No clear plan exists. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as gridlock and uncertainty persist.
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MTA in dark over Gov. Hochul’s talks to revive congestion pricing with lower tolls: ‘I don’t know anything’,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-07-02
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Bicyclist on West 41st▸A 20-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn on West 41st. The cyclist was struck on the right side, sustaining shock and pain without ejection or vehicle damage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on West 41st was making a right turn when it failed to yield the right-of-way to a bicyclist also traveling east. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the sedan striking the right side doors of the bicycle. The 20-year-old male bicyclist was injured, suffering knee, lower leg, and foot injuries and was in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing any safety equipment. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The driver of the sedan was licensed and female. This crash highlights the danger posed by driver failure to yield to vulnerable road users.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 29-year-old man suffered head injuries and shock after an SUV struck him at an intersection while he was crossing with the signal. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing the collision in Manhattan’s 10 Avenue area.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2013 Toyota SUV, traveling northeast and making a left turn, struck him at the intersection near 315 10 Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle’s left front bumper made contact. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and was in shock following the impact. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time of the crash. This collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian.
Tony Simone Backs Safety Boosting Plaza33 Pedestrian Transformation▸City leaders cut the ribbon on Plaza33. Once a car-choked block, now a pedestrian haven. Trees, tables, and open space replace exhaust and noise. Years of work. A new chapter for Midtown. People walk, sit, and breathe. Cars banished. Safety reclaimed.
On June 27, 2024, city officials and civic leaders marked the completion of Plaza33, a pedestrian plaza on 33rd Street by Penn Station. The event capped years of transformation, turning a block once 'full of cars and trucks' into a car-free space. Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Assembly Member Tony Simone, and Council Member Erik Bottcher attended the ribbon-cutting. Levine recalled, 'I remember the battle over transforming this space and all the people who said that it would clog up traffic all over Midtown if we turned this street over to people and here we are and it's gorgeous.' Vornado Realty Trust funded the $65-million project with the Department of Transportation. The plaza, now permanent, offers 16,000 square feet for pedestrians, with trees, seating, and public programming. The change removes cars from a busy Midtown block, giving vulnerable road users safe, open ground.
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Penn Station Block Completes Years-Long Transformation into ‘Plaza33’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-27
E-Scooter Rider Hurt by Broken Pavement▸E-scooter struck broken pavement on West 44 Street. Rider’s shoulder fractured, arm twisted. Helmet on. No ejection. Road defect, not rider, caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old man riding an e-scooter east on West 44 Street near 11 Avenue in Manhattan was injured at 8:17 AM. The rider suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder and upper arm. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Shoulders Defective/Improper' as contributing factors. The e-scooter hit the defect and sustained center front end damage. The rider was licensed in New Jersey and wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No driver error was cited. The crash highlights the danger of defective road conditions.
Car Strikes Woman Head-On Before Dawn▸A car moving east on West 58th Street struck a 29-year-old woman head-on before sunrise. Her body was crushed. She died alone in the street, unnamed, as the city slept. The impact left silence and loss in its wake.
According to the police report, a woman was walking in the roadway near West 58th Street and Ninth Avenue in Manhattan at 3:41 a.m. when an eastbound car struck her head-on. The report states her body was crushed and she died at the scene, 29 years old, alone in the dark. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, and the car was traveling straight ahead. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for both the driver and the pedestrian. No information is provided about the vehicle type or the driver. The victim's actions are described as 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The deadly force of the car and the lack of identified driver error in the report highlight the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets, especially in the early hours.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Outside Intersection▸A 51-year-old man was injured when a Tesla SUV traveling west struck him outside an intersection on West 24th Street. The driver’s view was obstructed, contributing to the collision. The pedestrian suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injuries.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male pedestrian was injured by a 2023 Tesla SUV traveling west on West 24th Street in Manhattan. The collision occurred outside an intersection, with the pedestrian performing 'other actions in roadway.' The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to see the pedestrian in time. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No vehicle damage was reported. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s limited visibility as the primary cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan turning right on West 34 Street hit a 40-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was left in shock. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling south, was making a right turn on West 34 Street in Manhattan around 12:33 a.m. The vehicle struck a 40-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the sedan, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her hip and upper leg, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal. The collision highlights the driver's error in yielding, which directly led to the pedestrian's injury.
E-Bike Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸A 66-year-old man suffered abrasions and full-body injuries after an e-bike traveling east struck him while he crossed with the signal near West 58th Street. The e-bike showed no damage, highlighting the force of impact on the pedestrian.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling eastbound on West 58th Street struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal but not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. The e-bike had no reported damage, indicating a significant impact on the pedestrian. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or other violations were explicitly cited. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident underscores the dangers posed by e-bikes to pedestrians, even when crossing legally.
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Collision▸A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured with a shoulder contusion after colliding with an SUV making a right turn on West 51 Street. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn southwest when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead southbound. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV sustained no damage and had no occupants other than the driver. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The impact point was noted as 'Other' on the bike, indicating a collision location not on the vehicle's front or side. No pedestrian or victim fault is indicated in the report.
S 9752Hoylman-Sigal votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
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Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Hoylman-Sigal votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
Simone Opposes Hochuls Pause of Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing▸Albany lawmakers shut down a last-ditch MTA funding plan after Governor Hochul paused congestion pricing. No replacement for the lost $1 billion. Transit riders and street users face uncertainty. Lawmakers call the move reckless. The city waits. Danger lingers.
On June 7, 2024, the New York State legislative session ended without passing a replacement funding plan for the MTA after Governor Kathy Hochul paused congestion pricing. The matter, described as 'Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,' left the MTA without the $1 billion annual revenue congestion pricing would have provided. Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins announced the session’s close without a deal. Lawmakers including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, Senate Deputy Leader Michael Gianaris, State Sen. John Liu, Assemblyman Harvey Epstein, and Assemblyman Tony Simone criticized the governor’s decision and the proposed IOU bailout. Gounardes said, 'I cannot in good conscience ratify a decision that will eliminate a significant, dedicated revenue source for the MTA’s capital plan.' The pause leaves the city’s transit future—and the safety of those who rely on it—uncertain.
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Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Simone votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
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Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
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Published 2024-06-07
A 68-year-old woman was struck by an SUV making a left turn on West 49 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle's left front bumper collided with her, causing knee and lower leg injuries.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of West 49 Street and 9 Avenue in Manhattan at 16:23. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2023 Cadillac SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck her with the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated as 3. The report notes no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian but indicates unspecified contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision and resulting injuries highlight the dangers posed by vehicle maneuvers such as left turns at intersections.
Sedan Ignores Signal, Hits Cyclist on 54th▸A sedan ran a traffic control and struck a northbound cyclist on West 54th. The rider took the hit to the face. He stayed conscious. The crash left the bike and car scarred. System failed the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on West 54th Street near 11th Avenue in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male bicyclist riding north. The cyclist suffered facial abrasions and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a driver error, showing the sedan driver failed to obey signals or signs. 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was also noted as a factor. The sedan's right front bumper and the bike's right front quarter panel were damaged. The cyclist wore a helmet. The report does not assign blame to the injured rider beyond the noted confusion.
Hoylman-Sigal Conditionally Supports Misguided Lower Congestion Fee▸State senators debate cutting the $15 congestion toll. Brad Hoylman-Sigal backs a lower fee if safety and transit gains hold. Liz Krueger wants $1 billion for the MTA. Jabari Brisport slams the rushed process. Trump vows to kill the tolls.
On July 2, 2024, state lawmakers, including Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47), discussed reducing the $15 base congestion pricing fee. The debate, reported by Gothamist, centers on whether a lower toll could unfreeze the program while still funding the MTA. Hoylman-Sigal said, "Nobody's wedded to $15. We are wedded to the improvements that congestion pricing will provide for mass transit or safety on our streets for cleaner air." Sen. Liz Krueger is open to a new fee if it raises $1 billion yearly. Sen. Jabari Brisport criticized the lack of study and feedback in the process, calling it "irresponsible." Any change needs legislative, MTA, and federal approval. Trump has promised to end congestion pricing if elected. No formal safety analysis was provided for vulnerable road users.
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NY lawmakers weigh lower congestion pricing fee – but Trump could kill tolls if elected,
gothamist.com,
Published 2024-07-02
Hoylman-Sigal Supports Misguided Lower Congestion Pricing Toll▸Albany stalls. The MTA faces a $15 billion hole. Lawmakers argue over reviving congestion pricing with a lower toll. Transit hangs in the balance. Streets stay clogged. Riders and walkers wait for answers. No fix. No funding. Danger lingers.
On July 2, 2024, state lawmakers, including Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47), debated the future of congestion pricing and MTA funding. The matter, reported as 'MTA in dark over Gov. Hochul’s talks to revive congestion pricing with lower tolls,' highlights confusion and division. Hoylman-Sigal supports lowering the toll, saying, 'The goal should be mend it don’t end it.' He urges keeping the program alive to save mass transit. Sen. Liz Krueger is open to tweaks if goals are met. Assemblyman Gary Pretlow opposes any revival. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall after the program’s pause. Policy experts warn that lowering the toll could weaken congestion relief and transit funding. No clear plan exists. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as gridlock and uncertainty persist.
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MTA in dark over Gov. Hochul’s talks to revive congestion pricing with lower tolls: ‘I don’t know anything’,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-07-02
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Bicyclist on West 41st▸A 20-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn on West 41st. The cyclist was struck on the right side, sustaining shock and pain without ejection or vehicle damage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on West 41st was making a right turn when it failed to yield the right-of-way to a bicyclist also traveling east. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the sedan striking the right side doors of the bicycle. The 20-year-old male bicyclist was injured, suffering knee, lower leg, and foot injuries and was in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing any safety equipment. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The driver of the sedan was licensed and female. This crash highlights the danger posed by driver failure to yield to vulnerable road users.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 29-year-old man suffered head injuries and shock after an SUV struck him at an intersection while he was crossing with the signal. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing the collision in Manhattan’s 10 Avenue area.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2013 Toyota SUV, traveling northeast and making a left turn, struck him at the intersection near 315 10 Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle’s left front bumper made contact. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and was in shock following the impact. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time of the crash. This collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian.
Tony Simone Backs Safety Boosting Plaza33 Pedestrian Transformation▸City leaders cut the ribbon on Plaza33. Once a car-choked block, now a pedestrian haven. Trees, tables, and open space replace exhaust and noise. Years of work. A new chapter for Midtown. People walk, sit, and breathe. Cars banished. Safety reclaimed.
On June 27, 2024, city officials and civic leaders marked the completion of Plaza33, a pedestrian plaza on 33rd Street by Penn Station. The event capped years of transformation, turning a block once 'full of cars and trucks' into a car-free space. Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Assembly Member Tony Simone, and Council Member Erik Bottcher attended the ribbon-cutting. Levine recalled, 'I remember the battle over transforming this space and all the people who said that it would clog up traffic all over Midtown if we turned this street over to people and here we are and it's gorgeous.' Vornado Realty Trust funded the $65-million project with the Department of Transportation. The plaza, now permanent, offers 16,000 square feet for pedestrians, with trees, seating, and public programming. The change removes cars from a busy Midtown block, giving vulnerable road users safe, open ground.
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Penn Station Block Completes Years-Long Transformation into ‘Plaza33’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-27
E-Scooter Rider Hurt by Broken Pavement▸E-scooter struck broken pavement on West 44 Street. Rider’s shoulder fractured, arm twisted. Helmet on. No ejection. Road defect, not rider, caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old man riding an e-scooter east on West 44 Street near 11 Avenue in Manhattan was injured at 8:17 AM. The rider suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder and upper arm. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Shoulders Defective/Improper' as contributing factors. The e-scooter hit the defect and sustained center front end damage. The rider was licensed in New Jersey and wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No driver error was cited. The crash highlights the danger of defective road conditions.
Car Strikes Woman Head-On Before Dawn▸A car moving east on West 58th Street struck a 29-year-old woman head-on before sunrise. Her body was crushed. She died alone in the street, unnamed, as the city slept. The impact left silence and loss in its wake.
According to the police report, a woman was walking in the roadway near West 58th Street and Ninth Avenue in Manhattan at 3:41 a.m. when an eastbound car struck her head-on. The report states her body was crushed and she died at the scene, 29 years old, alone in the dark. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, and the car was traveling straight ahead. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for both the driver and the pedestrian. No information is provided about the vehicle type or the driver. The victim's actions are described as 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The deadly force of the car and the lack of identified driver error in the report highlight the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets, especially in the early hours.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Outside Intersection▸A 51-year-old man was injured when a Tesla SUV traveling west struck him outside an intersection on West 24th Street. The driver’s view was obstructed, contributing to the collision. The pedestrian suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injuries.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male pedestrian was injured by a 2023 Tesla SUV traveling west on West 24th Street in Manhattan. The collision occurred outside an intersection, with the pedestrian performing 'other actions in roadway.' The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to see the pedestrian in time. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No vehicle damage was reported. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s limited visibility as the primary cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan turning right on West 34 Street hit a 40-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was left in shock. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling south, was making a right turn on West 34 Street in Manhattan around 12:33 a.m. The vehicle struck a 40-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the sedan, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her hip and upper leg, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal. The collision highlights the driver's error in yielding, which directly led to the pedestrian's injury.
E-Bike Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸A 66-year-old man suffered abrasions and full-body injuries after an e-bike traveling east struck him while he crossed with the signal near West 58th Street. The e-bike showed no damage, highlighting the force of impact on the pedestrian.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling eastbound on West 58th Street struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal but not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. The e-bike had no reported damage, indicating a significant impact on the pedestrian. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or other violations were explicitly cited. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident underscores the dangers posed by e-bikes to pedestrians, even when crossing legally.
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Collision▸A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured with a shoulder contusion after colliding with an SUV making a right turn on West 51 Street. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn southwest when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead southbound. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV sustained no damage and had no occupants other than the driver. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The impact point was noted as 'Other' on the bike, indicating a collision location not on the vehicle's front or side. No pedestrian or victim fault is indicated in the report.
S 9752Hoylman-Sigal votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
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Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Hoylman-Sigal votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
Simone Opposes Hochuls Pause of Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing▸Albany lawmakers shut down a last-ditch MTA funding plan after Governor Hochul paused congestion pricing. No replacement for the lost $1 billion. Transit riders and street users face uncertainty. Lawmakers call the move reckless. The city waits. Danger lingers.
On June 7, 2024, the New York State legislative session ended without passing a replacement funding plan for the MTA after Governor Kathy Hochul paused congestion pricing. The matter, described as 'Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,' left the MTA without the $1 billion annual revenue congestion pricing would have provided. Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins announced the session’s close without a deal. Lawmakers including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, Senate Deputy Leader Michael Gianaris, State Sen. John Liu, Assemblyman Harvey Epstein, and Assemblyman Tony Simone criticized the governor’s decision and the proposed IOU bailout. Gounardes said, 'I cannot in good conscience ratify a decision that will eliminate a significant, dedicated revenue source for the MTA’s capital plan.' The pause leaves the city’s transit future—and the safety of those who rely on it—uncertain.
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Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Simone votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
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Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A sedan ran a traffic control and struck a northbound cyclist on West 54th. The rider took the hit to the face. He stayed conscious. The crash left the bike and car scarred. System failed the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on West 54th Street near 11th Avenue in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male bicyclist riding north. The cyclist suffered facial abrasions and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a driver error, showing the sedan driver failed to obey signals or signs. 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was also noted as a factor. The sedan's right front bumper and the bike's right front quarter panel were damaged. The cyclist wore a helmet. The report does not assign blame to the injured rider beyond the noted confusion.
Hoylman-Sigal Conditionally Supports Misguided Lower Congestion Fee▸State senators debate cutting the $15 congestion toll. Brad Hoylman-Sigal backs a lower fee if safety and transit gains hold. Liz Krueger wants $1 billion for the MTA. Jabari Brisport slams the rushed process. Trump vows to kill the tolls.
On July 2, 2024, state lawmakers, including Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47), discussed reducing the $15 base congestion pricing fee. The debate, reported by Gothamist, centers on whether a lower toll could unfreeze the program while still funding the MTA. Hoylman-Sigal said, "Nobody's wedded to $15. We are wedded to the improvements that congestion pricing will provide for mass transit or safety on our streets for cleaner air." Sen. Liz Krueger is open to a new fee if it raises $1 billion yearly. Sen. Jabari Brisport criticized the lack of study and feedback in the process, calling it "irresponsible." Any change needs legislative, MTA, and federal approval. Trump has promised to end congestion pricing if elected. No formal safety analysis was provided for vulnerable road users.
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NY lawmakers weigh lower congestion pricing fee – but Trump could kill tolls if elected,
gothamist.com,
Published 2024-07-02
Hoylman-Sigal Supports Misguided Lower Congestion Pricing Toll▸Albany stalls. The MTA faces a $15 billion hole. Lawmakers argue over reviving congestion pricing with a lower toll. Transit hangs in the balance. Streets stay clogged. Riders and walkers wait for answers. No fix. No funding. Danger lingers.
On July 2, 2024, state lawmakers, including Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47), debated the future of congestion pricing and MTA funding. The matter, reported as 'MTA in dark over Gov. Hochul’s talks to revive congestion pricing with lower tolls,' highlights confusion and division. Hoylman-Sigal supports lowering the toll, saying, 'The goal should be mend it don’t end it.' He urges keeping the program alive to save mass transit. Sen. Liz Krueger is open to tweaks if goals are met. Assemblyman Gary Pretlow opposes any revival. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall after the program’s pause. Policy experts warn that lowering the toll could weaken congestion relief and transit funding. No clear plan exists. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as gridlock and uncertainty persist.
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MTA in dark over Gov. Hochul’s talks to revive congestion pricing with lower tolls: ‘I don’t know anything’,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-07-02
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Bicyclist on West 41st▸A 20-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn on West 41st. The cyclist was struck on the right side, sustaining shock and pain without ejection or vehicle damage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on West 41st was making a right turn when it failed to yield the right-of-way to a bicyclist also traveling east. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the sedan striking the right side doors of the bicycle. The 20-year-old male bicyclist was injured, suffering knee, lower leg, and foot injuries and was in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing any safety equipment. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The driver of the sedan was licensed and female. This crash highlights the danger posed by driver failure to yield to vulnerable road users.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 29-year-old man suffered head injuries and shock after an SUV struck him at an intersection while he was crossing with the signal. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing the collision in Manhattan’s 10 Avenue area.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2013 Toyota SUV, traveling northeast and making a left turn, struck him at the intersection near 315 10 Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle’s left front bumper made contact. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and was in shock following the impact. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time of the crash. This collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian.
Tony Simone Backs Safety Boosting Plaza33 Pedestrian Transformation▸City leaders cut the ribbon on Plaza33. Once a car-choked block, now a pedestrian haven. Trees, tables, and open space replace exhaust and noise. Years of work. A new chapter for Midtown. People walk, sit, and breathe. Cars banished. Safety reclaimed.
On June 27, 2024, city officials and civic leaders marked the completion of Plaza33, a pedestrian plaza on 33rd Street by Penn Station. The event capped years of transformation, turning a block once 'full of cars and trucks' into a car-free space. Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Assembly Member Tony Simone, and Council Member Erik Bottcher attended the ribbon-cutting. Levine recalled, 'I remember the battle over transforming this space and all the people who said that it would clog up traffic all over Midtown if we turned this street over to people and here we are and it's gorgeous.' Vornado Realty Trust funded the $65-million project with the Department of Transportation. The plaza, now permanent, offers 16,000 square feet for pedestrians, with trees, seating, and public programming. The change removes cars from a busy Midtown block, giving vulnerable road users safe, open ground.
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Penn Station Block Completes Years-Long Transformation into ‘Plaza33’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-27
E-Scooter Rider Hurt by Broken Pavement▸E-scooter struck broken pavement on West 44 Street. Rider’s shoulder fractured, arm twisted. Helmet on. No ejection. Road defect, not rider, caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old man riding an e-scooter east on West 44 Street near 11 Avenue in Manhattan was injured at 8:17 AM. The rider suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder and upper arm. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Shoulders Defective/Improper' as contributing factors. The e-scooter hit the defect and sustained center front end damage. The rider was licensed in New Jersey and wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No driver error was cited. The crash highlights the danger of defective road conditions.
Car Strikes Woman Head-On Before Dawn▸A car moving east on West 58th Street struck a 29-year-old woman head-on before sunrise. Her body was crushed. She died alone in the street, unnamed, as the city slept. The impact left silence and loss in its wake.
According to the police report, a woman was walking in the roadway near West 58th Street and Ninth Avenue in Manhattan at 3:41 a.m. when an eastbound car struck her head-on. The report states her body was crushed and she died at the scene, 29 years old, alone in the dark. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, and the car was traveling straight ahead. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for both the driver and the pedestrian. No information is provided about the vehicle type or the driver. The victim's actions are described as 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The deadly force of the car and the lack of identified driver error in the report highlight the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets, especially in the early hours.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Outside Intersection▸A 51-year-old man was injured when a Tesla SUV traveling west struck him outside an intersection on West 24th Street. The driver’s view was obstructed, contributing to the collision. The pedestrian suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injuries.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male pedestrian was injured by a 2023 Tesla SUV traveling west on West 24th Street in Manhattan. The collision occurred outside an intersection, with the pedestrian performing 'other actions in roadway.' The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to see the pedestrian in time. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No vehicle damage was reported. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s limited visibility as the primary cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan turning right on West 34 Street hit a 40-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was left in shock. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling south, was making a right turn on West 34 Street in Manhattan around 12:33 a.m. The vehicle struck a 40-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the sedan, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her hip and upper leg, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal. The collision highlights the driver's error in yielding, which directly led to the pedestrian's injury.
E-Bike Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸A 66-year-old man suffered abrasions and full-body injuries after an e-bike traveling east struck him while he crossed with the signal near West 58th Street. The e-bike showed no damage, highlighting the force of impact on the pedestrian.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling eastbound on West 58th Street struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal but not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. The e-bike had no reported damage, indicating a significant impact on the pedestrian. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or other violations were explicitly cited. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident underscores the dangers posed by e-bikes to pedestrians, even when crossing legally.
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Collision▸A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured with a shoulder contusion after colliding with an SUV making a right turn on West 51 Street. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn southwest when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead southbound. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV sustained no damage and had no occupants other than the driver. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The impact point was noted as 'Other' on the bike, indicating a collision location not on the vehicle's front or side. No pedestrian or victim fault is indicated in the report.
S 9752Hoylman-Sigal votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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S 9752Hoylman-Sigal votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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Published 2024-06-07
Simone Opposes Hochuls Pause of Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing▸Albany lawmakers shut down a last-ditch MTA funding plan after Governor Hochul paused congestion pricing. No replacement for the lost $1 billion. Transit riders and street users face uncertainty. Lawmakers call the move reckless. The city waits. Danger lingers.
On June 7, 2024, the New York State legislative session ended without passing a replacement funding plan for the MTA after Governor Kathy Hochul paused congestion pricing. The matter, described as 'Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,' left the MTA without the $1 billion annual revenue congestion pricing would have provided. Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins announced the session’s close without a deal. Lawmakers including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, Senate Deputy Leader Michael Gianaris, State Sen. John Liu, Assemblyman Harvey Epstein, and Assemblyman Tony Simone criticized the governor’s decision and the proposed IOU bailout. Gounardes said, 'I cannot in good conscience ratify a decision that will eliminate a significant, dedicated revenue source for the MTA’s capital plan.' The pause leaves the city’s transit future—and the safety of those who rely on it—uncertain.
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Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,
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Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Simone votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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State senators debate cutting the $15 congestion toll. Brad Hoylman-Sigal backs a lower fee if safety and transit gains hold. Liz Krueger wants $1 billion for the MTA. Jabari Brisport slams the rushed process. Trump vows to kill the tolls.
On July 2, 2024, state lawmakers, including Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47), discussed reducing the $15 base congestion pricing fee. The debate, reported by Gothamist, centers on whether a lower toll could unfreeze the program while still funding the MTA. Hoylman-Sigal said, "Nobody's wedded to $15. We are wedded to the improvements that congestion pricing will provide for mass transit or safety on our streets for cleaner air." Sen. Liz Krueger is open to a new fee if it raises $1 billion yearly. Sen. Jabari Brisport criticized the lack of study and feedback in the process, calling it "irresponsible." Any change needs legislative, MTA, and federal approval. Trump has promised to end congestion pricing if elected. No formal safety analysis was provided for vulnerable road users.
- NY lawmakers weigh lower congestion pricing fee – but Trump could kill tolls if elected, gothamist.com, Published 2024-07-02
Hoylman-Sigal Supports Misguided Lower Congestion Pricing Toll▸Albany stalls. The MTA faces a $15 billion hole. Lawmakers argue over reviving congestion pricing with a lower toll. Transit hangs in the balance. Streets stay clogged. Riders and walkers wait for answers. No fix. No funding. Danger lingers.
On July 2, 2024, state lawmakers, including Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47), debated the future of congestion pricing and MTA funding. The matter, reported as 'MTA in dark over Gov. Hochul’s talks to revive congestion pricing with lower tolls,' highlights confusion and division. Hoylman-Sigal supports lowering the toll, saying, 'The goal should be mend it don’t end it.' He urges keeping the program alive to save mass transit. Sen. Liz Krueger is open to tweaks if goals are met. Assemblyman Gary Pretlow opposes any revival. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall after the program’s pause. Policy experts warn that lowering the toll could weaken congestion relief and transit funding. No clear plan exists. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as gridlock and uncertainty persist.
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MTA in dark over Gov. Hochul’s talks to revive congestion pricing with lower tolls: ‘I don’t know anything’,
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Published 2024-07-02
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Bicyclist on West 41st▸A 20-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn on West 41st. The cyclist was struck on the right side, sustaining shock and pain without ejection or vehicle damage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on West 41st was making a right turn when it failed to yield the right-of-way to a bicyclist also traveling east. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the sedan striking the right side doors of the bicycle. The 20-year-old male bicyclist was injured, suffering knee, lower leg, and foot injuries and was in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing any safety equipment. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The driver of the sedan was licensed and female. This crash highlights the danger posed by driver failure to yield to vulnerable road users.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 29-year-old man suffered head injuries and shock after an SUV struck him at an intersection while he was crossing with the signal. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing the collision in Manhattan’s 10 Avenue area.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2013 Toyota SUV, traveling northeast and making a left turn, struck him at the intersection near 315 10 Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle’s left front bumper made contact. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and was in shock following the impact. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time of the crash. This collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian.
Tony Simone Backs Safety Boosting Plaza33 Pedestrian Transformation▸City leaders cut the ribbon on Plaza33. Once a car-choked block, now a pedestrian haven. Trees, tables, and open space replace exhaust and noise. Years of work. A new chapter for Midtown. People walk, sit, and breathe. Cars banished. Safety reclaimed.
On June 27, 2024, city officials and civic leaders marked the completion of Plaza33, a pedestrian plaza on 33rd Street by Penn Station. The event capped years of transformation, turning a block once 'full of cars and trucks' into a car-free space. Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Assembly Member Tony Simone, and Council Member Erik Bottcher attended the ribbon-cutting. Levine recalled, 'I remember the battle over transforming this space and all the people who said that it would clog up traffic all over Midtown if we turned this street over to people and here we are and it's gorgeous.' Vornado Realty Trust funded the $65-million project with the Department of Transportation. The plaza, now permanent, offers 16,000 square feet for pedestrians, with trees, seating, and public programming. The change removes cars from a busy Midtown block, giving vulnerable road users safe, open ground.
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Penn Station Block Completes Years-Long Transformation into ‘Plaza33’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-27
E-Scooter Rider Hurt by Broken Pavement▸E-scooter struck broken pavement on West 44 Street. Rider’s shoulder fractured, arm twisted. Helmet on. No ejection. Road defect, not rider, caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old man riding an e-scooter east on West 44 Street near 11 Avenue in Manhattan was injured at 8:17 AM. The rider suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder and upper arm. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Shoulders Defective/Improper' as contributing factors. The e-scooter hit the defect and sustained center front end damage. The rider was licensed in New Jersey and wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No driver error was cited. The crash highlights the danger of defective road conditions.
Car Strikes Woman Head-On Before Dawn▸A car moving east on West 58th Street struck a 29-year-old woman head-on before sunrise. Her body was crushed. She died alone in the street, unnamed, as the city slept. The impact left silence and loss in its wake.
According to the police report, a woman was walking in the roadway near West 58th Street and Ninth Avenue in Manhattan at 3:41 a.m. when an eastbound car struck her head-on. The report states her body was crushed and she died at the scene, 29 years old, alone in the dark. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, and the car was traveling straight ahead. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for both the driver and the pedestrian. No information is provided about the vehicle type or the driver. The victim's actions are described as 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The deadly force of the car and the lack of identified driver error in the report highlight the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets, especially in the early hours.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Outside Intersection▸A 51-year-old man was injured when a Tesla SUV traveling west struck him outside an intersection on West 24th Street. The driver’s view was obstructed, contributing to the collision. The pedestrian suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injuries.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male pedestrian was injured by a 2023 Tesla SUV traveling west on West 24th Street in Manhattan. The collision occurred outside an intersection, with the pedestrian performing 'other actions in roadway.' The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to see the pedestrian in time. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No vehicle damage was reported. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s limited visibility as the primary cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan turning right on West 34 Street hit a 40-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was left in shock. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling south, was making a right turn on West 34 Street in Manhattan around 12:33 a.m. The vehicle struck a 40-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the sedan, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her hip and upper leg, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal. The collision highlights the driver's error in yielding, which directly led to the pedestrian's injury.
E-Bike Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸A 66-year-old man suffered abrasions and full-body injuries after an e-bike traveling east struck him while he crossed with the signal near West 58th Street. The e-bike showed no damage, highlighting the force of impact on the pedestrian.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling eastbound on West 58th Street struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal but not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. The e-bike had no reported damage, indicating a significant impact on the pedestrian. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or other violations were explicitly cited. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident underscores the dangers posed by e-bikes to pedestrians, even when crossing legally.
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Collision▸A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured with a shoulder contusion after colliding with an SUV making a right turn on West 51 Street. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn southwest when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead southbound. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV sustained no damage and had no occupants other than the driver. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The impact point was noted as 'Other' on the bike, indicating a collision location not on the vehicle's front or side. No pedestrian or victim fault is indicated in the report.
S 9752Hoylman-Sigal votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Hoylman-Sigal votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
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Published 2024-06-07
Simone Opposes Hochuls Pause of Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing▸Albany lawmakers shut down a last-ditch MTA funding plan after Governor Hochul paused congestion pricing. No replacement for the lost $1 billion. Transit riders and street users face uncertainty. Lawmakers call the move reckless. The city waits. Danger lingers.
On June 7, 2024, the New York State legislative session ended without passing a replacement funding plan for the MTA after Governor Kathy Hochul paused congestion pricing. The matter, described as 'Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,' left the MTA without the $1 billion annual revenue congestion pricing would have provided. Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins announced the session’s close without a deal. Lawmakers including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, Senate Deputy Leader Michael Gianaris, State Sen. John Liu, Assemblyman Harvey Epstein, and Assemblyman Tony Simone criticized the governor’s decision and the proposed IOU bailout. Gounardes said, 'I cannot in good conscience ratify a decision that will eliminate a significant, dedicated revenue source for the MTA’s capital plan.' The pause leaves the city’s transit future—and the safety of those who rely on it—uncertain.
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Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Simone votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
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A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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Published 2024-06-07
Albany stalls. The MTA faces a $15 billion hole. Lawmakers argue over reviving congestion pricing with a lower toll. Transit hangs in the balance. Streets stay clogged. Riders and walkers wait for answers. No fix. No funding. Danger lingers.
On July 2, 2024, state lawmakers, including Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47), debated the future of congestion pricing and MTA funding. The matter, reported as 'MTA in dark over Gov. Hochul’s talks to revive congestion pricing with lower tolls,' highlights confusion and division. Hoylman-Sigal supports lowering the toll, saying, 'The goal should be mend it don’t end it.' He urges keeping the program alive to save mass transit. Sen. Liz Krueger is open to tweaks if goals are met. Assemblyman Gary Pretlow opposes any revival. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall after the program’s pause. Policy experts warn that lowering the toll could weaken congestion relief and transit funding. No clear plan exists. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as gridlock and uncertainty persist.
- MTA in dark over Gov. Hochul’s talks to revive congestion pricing with lower tolls: ‘I don’t know anything’, nypost.com, Published 2024-07-02
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Bicyclist on West 41st▸A 20-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn on West 41st. The cyclist was struck on the right side, sustaining shock and pain without ejection or vehicle damage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on West 41st was making a right turn when it failed to yield the right-of-way to a bicyclist also traveling east. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the sedan striking the right side doors of the bicycle. The 20-year-old male bicyclist was injured, suffering knee, lower leg, and foot injuries and was in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing any safety equipment. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The driver of the sedan was licensed and female. This crash highlights the danger posed by driver failure to yield to vulnerable road users.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 29-year-old man suffered head injuries and shock after an SUV struck him at an intersection while he was crossing with the signal. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing the collision in Manhattan’s 10 Avenue area.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2013 Toyota SUV, traveling northeast and making a left turn, struck him at the intersection near 315 10 Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle’s left front bumper made contact. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and was in shock following the impact. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time of the crash. This collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian.
Tony Simone Backs Safety Boosting Plaza33 Pedestrian Transformation▸City leaders cut the ribbon on Plaza33. Once a car-choked block, now a pedestrian haven. Trees, tables, and open space replace exhaust and noise. Years of work. A new chapter for Midtown. People walk, sit, and breathe. Cars banished. Safety reclaimed.
On June 27, 2024, city officials and civic leaders marked the completion of Plaza33, a pedestrian plaza on 33rd Street by Penn Station. The event capped years of transformation, turning a block once 'full of cars and trucks' into a car-free space. Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Assembly Member Tony Simone, and Council Member Erik Bottcher attended the ribbon-cutting. Levine recalled, 'I remember the battle over transforming this space and all the people who said that it would clog up traffic all over Midtown if we turned this street over to people and here we are and it's gorgeous.' Vornado Realty Trust funded the $65-million project with the Department of Transportation. The plaza, now permanent, offers 16,000 square feet for pedestrians, with trees, seating, and public programming. The change removes cars from a busy Midtown block, giving vulnerable road users safe, open ground.
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Penn Station Block Completes Years-Long Transformation into ‘Plaza33’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-27
E-Scooter Rider Hurt by Broken Pavement▸E-scooter struck broken pavement on West 44 Street. Rider’s shoulder fractured, arm twisted. Helmet on. No ejection. Road defect, not rider, caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old man riding an e-scooter east on West 44 Street near 11 Avenue in Manhattan was injured at 8:17 AM. The rider suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder and upper arm. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Shoulders Defective/Improper' as contributing factors. The e-scooter hit the defect and sustained center front end damage. The rider was licensed in New Jersey and wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No driver error was cited. The crash highlights the danger of defective road conditions.
Car Strikes Woman Head-On Before Dawn▸A car moving east on West 58th Street struck a 29-year-old woman head-on before sunrise. Her body was crushed. She died alone in the street, unnamed, as the city slept. The impact left silence and loss in its wake.
According to the police report, a woman was walking in the roadway near West 58th Street and Ninth Avenue in Manhattan at 3:41 a.m. when an eastbound car struck her head-on. The report states her body was crushed and she died at the scene, 29 years old, alone in the dark. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, and the car was traveling straight ahead. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for both the driver and the pedestrian. No information is provided about the vehicle type or the driver. The victim's actions are described as 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The deadly force of the car and the lack of identified driver error in the report highlight the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets, especially in the early hours.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Outside Intersection▸A 51-year-old man was injured when a Tesla SUV traveling west struck him outside an intersection on West 24th Street. The driver’s view was obstructed, contributing to the collision. The pedestrian suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injuries.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male pedestrian was injured by a 2023 Tesla SUV traveling west on West 24th Street in Manhattan. The collision occurred outside an intersection, with the pedestrian performing 'other actions in roadway.' The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to see the pedestrian in time. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No vehicle damage was reported. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s limited visibility as the primary cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan turning right on West 34 Street hit a 40-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was left in shock. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling south, was making a right turn on West 34 Street in Manhattan around 12:33 a.m. The vehicle struck a 40-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the sedan, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her hip and upper leg, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal. The collision highlights the driver's error in yielding, which directly led to the pedestrian's injury.
E-Bike Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸A 66-year-old man suffered abrasions and full-body injuries after an e-bike traveling east struck him while he crossed with the signal near West 58th Street. The e-bike showed no damage, highlighting the force of impact on the pedestrian.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling eastbound on West 58th Street struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal but not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. The e-bike had no reported damage, indicating a significant impact on the pedestrian. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or other violations were explicitly cited. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident underscores the dangers posed by e-bikes to pedestrians, even when crossing legally.
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Collision▸A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured with a shoulder contusion after colliding with an SUV making a right turn on West 51 Street. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn southwest when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead southbound. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV sustained no damage and had no occupants other than the driver. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The impact point was noted as 'Other' on the bike, indicating a collision location not on the vehicle's front or side. No pedestrian or victim fault is indicated in the report.
S 9752Hoylman-Sigal votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
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Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Hoylman-Sigal votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
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Published 2024-06-07
Simone Opposes Hochuls Pause of Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing▸Albany lawmakers shut down a last-ditch MTA funding plan after Governor Hochul paused congestion pricing. No replacement for the lost $1 billion. Transit riders and street users face uncertainty. Lawmakers call the move reckless. The city waits. Danger lingers.
On June 7, 2024, the New York State legislative session ended without passing a replacement funding plan for the MTA after Governor Kathy Hochul paused congestion pricing. The matter, described as 'Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,' left the MTA without the $1 billion annual revenue congestion pricing would have provided. Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins announced the session’s close without a deal. Lawmakers including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, Senate Deputy Leader Michael Gianaris, State Sen. John Liu, Assemblyman Harvey Epstein, and Assemblyman Tony Simone criticized the governor’s decision and the proposed IOU bailout. Gounardes said, 'I cannot in good conscience ratify a decision that will eliminate a significant, dedicated revenue source for the MTA’s capital plan.' The pause leaves the city’s transit future—and the safety of those who rely on it—uncertain.
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Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Simone votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
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Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
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Published 2024-06-07
A 20-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn on West 41st. The cyclist was struck on the right side, sustaining shock and pain without ejection or vehicle damage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on West 41st was making a right turn when it failed to yield the right-of-way to a bicyclist also traveling east. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the sedan striking the right side doors of the bicycle. The 20-year-old male bicyclist was injured, suffering knee, lower leg, and foot injuries and was in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing any safety equipment. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The driver of the sedan was licensed and female. This crash highlights the danger posed by driver failure to yield to vulnerable road users.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 29-year-old man suffered head injuries and shock after an SUV struck him at an intersection while he was crossing with the signal. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing the collision in Manhattan’s 10 Avenue area.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2013 Toyota SUV, traveling northeast and making a left turn, struck him at the intersection near 315 10 Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle’s left front bumper made contact. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and was in shock following the impact. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time of the crash. This collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian.
Tony Simone Backs Safety Boosting Plaza33 Pedestrian Transformation▸City leaders cut the ribbon on Plaza33. Once a car-choked block, now a pedestrian haven. Trees, tables, and open space replace exhaust and noise. Years of work. A new chapter for Midtown. People walk, sit, and breathe. Cars banished. Safety reclaimed.
On June 27, 2024, city officials and civic leaders marked the completion of Plaza33, a pedestrian plaza on 33rd Street by Penn Station. The event capped years of transformation, turning a block once 'full of cars and trucks' into a car-free space. Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Assembly Member Tony Simone, and Council Member Erik Bottcher attended the ribbon-cutting. Levine recalled, 'I remember the battle over transforming this space and all the people who said that it would clog up traffic all over Midtown if we turned this street over to people and here we are and it's gorgeous.' Vornado Realty Trust funded the $65-million project with the Department of Transportation. The plaza, now permanent, offers 16,000 square feet for pedestrians, with trees, seating, and public programming. The change removes cars from a busy Midtown block, giving vulnerable road users safe, open ground.
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Penn Station Block Completes Years-Long Transformation into ‘Plaza33’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-27
E-Scooter Rider Hurt by Broken Pavement▸E-scooter struck broken pavement on West 44 Street. Rider’s shoulder fractured, arm twisted. Helmet on. No ejection. Road defect, not rider, caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old man riding an e-scooter east on West 44 Street near 11 Avenue in Manhattan was injured at 8:17 AM. The rider suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder and upper arm. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Shoulders Defective/Improper' as contributing factors. The e-scooter hit the defect and sustained center front end damage. The rider was licensed in New Jersey and wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No driver error was cited. The crash highlights the danger of defective road conditions.
Car Strikes Woman Head-On Before Dawn▸A car moving east on West 58th Street struck a 29-year-old woman head-on before sunrise. Her body was crushed. She died alone in the street, unnamed, as the city slept. The impact left silence and loss in its wake.
According to the police report, a woman was walking in the roadway near West 58th Street and Ninth Avenue in Manhattan at 3:41 a.m. when an eastbound car struck her head-on. The report states her body was crushed and she died at the scene, 29 years old, alone in the dark. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, and the car was traveling straight ahead. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for both the driver and the pedestrian. No information is provided about the vehicle type or the driver. The victim's actions are described as 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The deadly force of the car and the lack of identified driver error in the report highlight the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets, especially in the early hours.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Outside Intersection▸A 51-year-old man was injured when a Tesla SUV traveling west struck him outside an intersection on West 24th Street. The driver’s view was obstructed, contributing to the collision. The pedestrian suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injuries.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male pedestrian was injured by a 2023 Tesla SUV traveling west on West 24th Street in Manhattan. The collision occurred outside an intersection, with the pedestrian performing 'other actions in roadway.' The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to see the pedestrian in time. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No vehicle damage was reported. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s limited visibility as the primary cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan turning right on West 34 Street hit a 40-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was left in shock. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling south, was making a right turn on West 34 Street in Manhattan around 12:33 a.m. The vehicle struck a 40-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the sedan, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her hip and upper leg, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal. The collision highlights the driver's error in yielding, which directly led to the pedestrian's injury.
E-Bike Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸A 66-year-old man suffered abrasions and full-body injuries after an e-bike traveling east struck him while he crossed with the signal near West 58th Street. The e-bike showed no damage, highlighting the force of impact on the pedestrian.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling eastbound on West 58th Street struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal but not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. The e-bike had no reported damage, indicating a significant impact on the pedestrian. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or other violations were explicitly cited. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident underscores the dangers posed by e-bikes to pedestrians, even when crossing legally.
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Collision▸A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured with a shoulder contusion after colliding with an SUV making a right turn on West 51 Street. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn southwest when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead southbound. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV sustained no damage and had no occupants other than the driver. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The impact point was noted as 'Other' on the bike, indicating a collision location not on the vehicle's front or side. No pedestrian or victim fault is indicated in the report.
S 9752Hoylman-Sigal votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
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Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Hoylman-Sigal votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
Simone Opposes Hochuls Pause of Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing▸Albany lawmakers shut down a last-ditch MTA funding plan after Governor Hochul paused congestion pricing. No replacement for the lost $1 billion. Transit riders and street users face uncertainty. Lawmakers call the move reckless. The city waits. Danger lingers.
On June 7, 2024, the New York State legislative session ended without passing a replacement funding plan for the MTA after Governor Kathy Hochul paused congestion pricing. The matter, described as 'Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,' left the MTA without the $1 billion annual revenue congestion pricing would have provided. Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins announced the session’s close without a deal. Lawmakers including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, Senate Deputy Leader Michael Gianaris, State Sen. John Liu, Assemblyman Harvey Epstein, and Assemblyman Tony Simone criticized the governor’s decision and the proposed IOU bailout. Gounardes said, 'I cannot in good conscience ratify a decision that will eliminate a significant, dedicated revenue source for the MTA’s capital plan.' The pause leaves the city’s transit future—and the safety of those who rely on it—uncertain.
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Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Simone votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
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Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 29-year-old man suffered head injuries and shock after an SUV struck him at an intersection while he was crossing with the signal. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing the collision in Manhattan’s 10 Avenue area.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2013 Toyota SUV, traveling northeast and making a left turn, struck him at the intersection near 315 10 Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle’s left front bumper made contact. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and was in shock following the impact. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time of the crash. This collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian.
Tony Simone Backs Safety Boosting Plaza33 Pedestrian Transformation▸City leaders cut the ribbon on Plaza33. Once a car-choked block, now a pedestrian haven. Trees, tables, and open space replace exhaust and noise. Years of work. A new chapter for Midtown. People walk, sit, and breathe. Cars banished. Safety reclaimed.
On June 27, 2024, city officials and civic leaders marked the completion of Plaza33, a pedestrian plaza on 33rd Street by Penn Station. The event capped years of transformation, turning a block once 'full of cars and trucks' into a car-free space. Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Assembly Member Tony Simone, and Council Member Erik Bottcher attended the ribbon-cutting. Levine recalled, 'I remember the battle over transforming this space and all the people who said that it would clog up traffic all over Midtown if we turned this street over to people and here we are and it's gorgeous.' Vornado Realty Trust funded the $65-million project with the Department of Transportation. The plaza, now permanent, offers 16,000 square feet for pedestrians, with trees, seating, and public programming. The change removes cars from a busy Midtown block, giving vulnerable road users safe, open ground.
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Penn Station Block Completes Years-Long Transformation into ‘Plaza33’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-27
E-Scooter Rider Hurt by Broken Pavement▸E-scooter struck broken pavement on West 44 Street. Rider’s shoulder fractured, arm twisted. Helmet on. No ejection. Road defect, not rider, caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old man riding an e-scooter east on West 44 Street near 11 Avenue in Manhattan was injured at 8:17 AM. The rider suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder and upper arm. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Shoulders Defective/Improper' as contributing factors. The e-scooter hit the defect and sustained center front end damage. The rider was licensed in New Jersey and wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No driver error was cited. The crash highlights the danger of defective road conditions.
Car Strikes Woman Head-On Before Dawn▸A car moving east on West 58th Street struck a 29-year-old woman head-on before sunrise. Her body was crushed. She died alone in the street, unnamed, as the city slept. The impact left silence and loss in its wake.
According to the police report, a woman was walking in the roadway near West 58th Street and Ninth Avenue in Manhattan at 3:41 a.m. when an eastbound car struck her head-on. The report states her body was crushed and she died at the scene, 29 years old, alone in the dark. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, and the car was traveling straight ahead. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for both the driver and the pedestrian. No information is provided about the vehicle type or the driver. The victim's actions are described as 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The deadly force of the car and the lack of identified driver error in the report highlight the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets, especially in the early hours.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Outside Intersection▸A 51-year-old man was injured when a Tesla SUV traveling west struck him outside an intersection on West 24th Street. The driver’s view was obstructed, contributing to the collision. The pedestrian suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injuries.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male pedestrian was injured by a 2023 Tesla SUV traveling west on West 24th Street in Manhattan. The collision occurred outside an intersection, with the pedestrian performing 'other actions in roadway.' The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to see the pedestrian in time. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No vehicle damage was reported. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s limited visibility as the primary cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan turning right on West 34 Street hit a 40-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was left in shock. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling south, was making a right turn on West 34 Street in Manhattan around 12:33 a.m. The vehicle struck a 40-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the sedan, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her hip and upper leg, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal. The collision highlights the driver's error in yielding, which directly led to the pedestrian's injury.
E-Bike Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸A 66-year-old man suffered abrasions and full-body injuries after an e-bike traveling east struck him while he crossed with the signal near West 58th Street. The e-bike showed no damage, highlighting the force of impact on the pedestrian.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling eastbound on West 58th Street struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal but not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. The e-bike had no reported damage, indicating a significant impact on the pedestrian. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or other violations were explicitly cited. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident underscores the dangers posed by e-bikes to pedestrians, even when crossing legally.
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Collision▸A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured with a shoulder contusion after colliding with an SUV making a right turn on West 51 Street. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn southwest when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead southbound. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV sustained no damage and had no occupants other than the driver. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The impact point was noted as 'Other' on the bike, indicating a collision location not on the vehicle's front or side. No pedestrian or victim fault is indicated in the report.
S 9752Hoylman-Sigal votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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S 9752Hoylman-Sigal votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
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Published 2024-06-07
Simone Opposes Hochuls Pause of Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing▸Albany lawmakers shut down a last-ditch MTA funding plan after Governor Hochul paused congestion pricing. No replacement for the lost $1 billion. Transit riders and street users face uncertainty. Lawmakers call the move reckless. The city waits. Danger lingers.
On June 7, 2024, the New York State legislative session ended without passing a replacement funding plan for the MTA after Governor Kathy Hochul paused congestion pricing. The matter, described as 'Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,' left the MTA without the $1 billion annual revenue congestion pricing would have provided. Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins announced the session’s close without a deal. Lawmakers including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, Senate Deputy Leader Michael Gianaris, State Sen. John Liu, Assemblyman Harvey Epstein, and Assemblyman Tony Simone criticized the governor’s decision and the proposed IOU bailout. Gounardes said, 'I cannot in good conscience ratify a decision that will eliminate a significant, dedicated revenue source for the MTA’s capital plan.' The pause leaves the city’s transit future—and the safety of those who rely on it—uncertain.
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Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Simone votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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Published 2024-06-07
City leaders cut the ribbon on Plaza33. Once a car-choked block, now a pedestrian haven. Trees, tables, and open space replace exhaust and noise. Years of work. A new chapter for Midtown. People walk, sit, and breathe. Cars banished. Safety reclaimed.
On June 27, 2024, city officials and civic leaders marked the completion of Plaza33, a pedestrian plaza on 33rd Street by Penn Station. The event capped years of transformation, turning a block once 'full of cars and trucks' into a car-free space. Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Assembly Member Tony Simone, and Council Member Erik Bottcher attended the ribbon-cutting. Levine recalled, 'I remember the battle over transforming this space and all the people who said that it would clog up traffic all over Midtown if we turned this street over to people and here we are and it's gorgeous.' Vornado Realty Trust funded the $65-million project with the Department of Transportation. The plaza, now permanent, offers 16,000 square feet for pedestrians, with trees, seating, and public programming. The change removes cars from a busy Midtown block, giving vulnerable road users safe, open ground.
- Penn Station Block Completes Years-Long Transformation into ‘Plaza33’, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-06-27
E-Scooter Rider Hurt by Broken Pavement▸E-scooter struck broken pavement on West 44 Street. Rider’s shoulder fractured, arm twisted. Helmet on. No ejection. Road defect, not rider, caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old man riding an e-scooter east on West 44 Street near 11 Avenue in Manhattan was injured at 8:17 AM. The rider suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder and upper arm. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Shoulders Defective/Improper' as contributing factors. The e-scooter hit the defect and sustained center front end damage. The rider was licensed in New Jersey and wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No driver error was cited. The crash highlights the danger of defective road conditions.
Car Strikes Woman Head-On Before Dawn▸A car moving east on West 58th Street struck a 29-year-old woman head-on before sunrise. Her body was crushed. She died alone in the street, unnamed, as the city slept. The impact left silence and loss in its wake.
According to the police report, a woman was walking in the roadway near West 58th Street and Ninth Avenue in Manhattan at 3:41 a.m. when an eastbound car struck her head-on. The report states her body was crushed and she died at the scene, 29 years old, alone in the dark. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, and the car was traveling straight ahead. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for both the driver and the pedestrian. No information is provided about the vehicle type or the driver. The victim's actions are described as 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The deadly force of the car and the lack of identified driver error in the report highlight the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets, especially in the early hours.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Outside Intersection▸A 51-year-old man was injured when a Tesla SUV traveling west struck him outside an intersection on West 24th Street. The driver’s view was obstructed, contributing to the collision. The pedestrian suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injuries.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male pedestrian was injured by a 2023 Tesla SUV traveling west on West 24th Street in Manhattan. The collision occurred outside an intersection, with the pedestrian performing 'other actions in roadway.' The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to see the pedestrian in time. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No vehicle damage was reported. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s limited visibility as the primary cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan turning right on West 34 Street hit a 40-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was left in shock. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling south, was making a right turn on West 34 Street in Manhattan around 12:33 a.m. The vehicle struck a 40-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the sedan, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her hip and upper leg, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal. The collision highlights the driver's error in yielding, which directly led to the pedestrian's injury.
E-Bike Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸A 66-year-old man suffered abrasions and full-body injuries after an e-bike traveling east struck him while he crossed with the signal near West 58th Street. The e-bike showed no damage, highlighting the force of impact on the pedestrian.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling eastbound on West 58th Street struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal but not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. The e-bike had no reported damage, indicating a significant impact on the pedestrian. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or other violations were explicitly cited. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident underscores the dangers posed by e-bikes to pedestrians, even when crossing legally.
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Collision▸A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured with a shoulder contusion after colliding with an SUV making a right turn on West 51 Street. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn southwest when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead southbound. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV sustained no damage and had no occupants other than the driver. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The impact point was noted as 'Other' on the bike, indicating a collision location not on the vehicle's front or side. No pedestrian or victim fault is indicated in the report.
S 9752Hoylman-Sigal votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
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Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Hoylman-Sigal votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
Simone Opposes Hochuls Pause of Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing▸Albany lawmakers shut down a last-ditch MTA funding plan after Governor Hochul paused congestion pricing. No replacement for the lost $1 billion. Transit riders and street users face uncertainty. Lawmakers call the move reckless. The city waits. Danger lingers.
On June 7, 2024, the New York State legislative session ended without passing a replacement funding plan for the MTA after Governor Kathy Hochul paused congestion pricing. The matter, described as 'Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,' left the MTA without the $1 billion annual revenue congestion pricing would have provided. Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins announced the session’s close without a deal. Lawmakers including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, Senate Deputy Leader Michael Gianaris, State Sen. John Liu, Assemblyman Harvey Epstein, and Assemblyman Tony Simone criticized the governor’s decision and the proposed IOU bailout. Gounardes said, 'I cannot in good conscience ratify a decision that will eliminate a significant, dedicated revenue source for the MTA’s capital plan.' The pause leaves the city’s transit future—and the safety of those who rely on it—uncertain.
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Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Simone votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
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Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
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Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
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Published 2024-06-07
E-scooter struck broken pavement on West 44 Street. Rider’s shoulder fractured, arm twisted. Helmet on. No ejection. Road defect, not rider, caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old man riding an e-scooter east on West 44 Street near 11 Avenue in Manhattan was injured at 8:17 AM. The rider suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder and upper arm. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Shoulders Defective/Improper' as contributing factors. The e-scooter hit the defect and sustained center front end damage. The rider was licensed in New Jersey and wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No driver error was cited. The crash highlights the danger of defective road conditions.
Car Strikes Woman Head-On Before Dawn▸A car moving east on West 58th Street struck a 29-year-old woman head-on before sunrise. Her body was crushed. She died alone in the street, unnamed, as the city slept. The impact left silence and loss in its wake.
According to the police report, a woman was walking in the roadway near West 58th Street and Ninth Avenue in Manhattan at 3:41 a.m. when an eastbound car struck her head-on. The report states her body was crushed and she died at the scene, 29 years old, alone in the dark. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, and the car was traveling straight ahead. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for both the driver and the pedestrian. No information is provided about the vehicle type or the driver. The victim's actions are described as 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The deadly force of the car and the lack of identified driver error in the report highlight the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets, especially in the early hours.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Outside Intersection▸A 51-year-old man was injured when a Tesla SUV traveling west struck him outside an intersection on West 24th Street. The driver’s view was obstructed, contributing to the collision. The pedestrian suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injuries.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male pedestrian was injured by a 2023 Tesla SUV traveling west on West 24th Street in Manhattan. The collision occurred outside an intersection, with the pedestrian performing 'other actions in roadway.' The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to see the pedestrian in time. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No vehicle damage was reported. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s limited visibility as the primary cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan turning right on West 34 Street hit a 40-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was left in shock. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling south, was making a right turn on West 34 Street in Manhattan around 12:33 a.m. The vehicle struck a 40-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the sedan, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her hip and upper leg, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal. The collision highlights the driver's error in yielding, which directly led to the pedestrian's injury.
E-Bike Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸A 66-year-old man suffered abrasions and full-body injuries after an e-bike traveling east struck him while he crossed with the signal near West 58th Street. The e-bike showed no damage, highlighting the force of impact on the pedestrian.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling eastbound on West 58th Street struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal but not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. The e-bike had no reported damage, indicating a significant impact on the pedestrian. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or other violations were explicitly cited. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident underscores the dangers posed by e-bikes to pedestrians, even when crossing legally.
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Collision▸A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured with a shoulder contusion after colliding with an SUV making a right turn on West 51 Street. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn southwest when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead southbound. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV sustained no damage and had no occupants other than the driver. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The impact point was noted as 'Other' on the bike, indicating a collision location not on the vehicle's front or side. No pedestrian or victim fault is indicated in the report.
S 9752Hoylman-Sigal votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
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Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Hoylman-Sigal votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
Simone Opposes Hochuls Pause of Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing▸Albany lawmakers shut down a last-ditch MTA funding plan after Governor Hochul paused congestion pricing. No replacement for the lost $1 billion. Transit riders and street users face uncertainty. Lawmakers call the move reckless. The city waits. Danger lingers.
On June 7, 2024, the New York State legislative session ended without passing a replacement funding plan for the MTA after Governor Kathy Hochul paused congestion pricing. The matter, described as 'Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,' left the MTA without the $1 billion annual revenue congestion pricing would have provided. Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins announced the session’s close without a deal. Lawmakers including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, Senate Deputy Leader Michael Gianaris, State Sen. John Liu, Assemblyman Harvey Epstein, and Assemblyman Tony Simone criticized the governor’s decision and the proposed IOU bailout. Gounardes said, 'I cannot in good conscience ratify a decision that will eliminate a significant, dedicated revenue source for the MTA’s capital plan.' The pause leaves the city’s transit future—and the safety of those who rely on it—uncertain.
-
Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Simone votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
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Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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A car moving east on West 58th Street struck a 29-year-old woman head-on before sunrise. Her body was crushed. She died alone in the street, unnamed, as the city slept. The impact left silence and loss in its wake.
According to the police report, a woman was walking in the roadway near West 58th Street and Ninth Avenue in Manhattan at 3:41 a.m. when an eastbound car struck her head-on. The report states her body was crushed and she died at the scene, 29 years old, alone in the dark. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, and the car was traveling straight ahead. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for both the driver and the pedestrian. No information is provided about the vehicle type or the driver. The victim's actions are described as 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The deadly force of the car and the lack of identified driver error in the report highlight the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets, especially in the early hours.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Outside Intersection▸A 51-year-old man was injured when a Tesla SUV traveling west struck him outside an intersection on West 24th Street. The driver’s view was obstructed, contributing to the collision. The pedestrian suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injuries.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male pedestrian was injured by a 2023 Tesla SUV traveling west on West 24th Street in Manhattan. The collision occurred outside an intersection, with the pedestrian performing 'other actions in roadway.' The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to see the pedestrian in time. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No vehicle damage was reported. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s limited visibility as the primary cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan turning right on West 34 Street hit a 40-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was left in shock. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling south, was making a right turn on West 34 Street in Manhattan around 12:33 a.m. The vehicle struck a 40-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the sedan, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her hip and upper leg, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal. The collision highlights the driver's error in yielding, which directly led to the pedestrian's injury.
E-Bike Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸A 66-year-old man suffered abrasions and full-body injuries after an e-bike traveling east struck him while he crossed with the signal near West 58th Street. The e-bike showed no damage, highlighting the force of impact on the pedestrian.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling eastbound on West 58th Street struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal but not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. The e-bike had no reported damage, indicating a significant impact on the pedestrian. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or other violations were explicitly cited. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident underscores the dangers posed by e-bikes to pedestrians, even when crossing legally.
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Collision▸A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured with a shoulder contusion after colliding with an SUV making a right turn on West 51 Street. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn southwest when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead southbound. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV sustained no damage and had no occupants other than the driver. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The impact point was noted as 'Other' on the bike, indicating a collision location not on the vehicle's front or side. No pedestrian or victim fault is indicated in the report.
S 9752Hoylman-Sigal votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Hoylman-Sigal votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
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Published 2024-06-07
Simone Opposes Hochuls Pause of Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing▸Albany lawmakers shut down a last-ditch MTA funding plan after Governor Hochul paused congestion pricing. No replacement for the lost $1 billion. Transit riders and street users face uncertainty. Lawmakers call the move reckless. The city waits. Danger lingers.
On June 7, 2024, the New York State legislative session ended without passing a replacement funding plan for the MTA after Governor Kathy Hochul paused congestion pricing. The matter, described as 'Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,' left the MTA without the $1 billion annual revenue congestion pricing would have provided. Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins announced the session’s close without a deal. Lawmakers including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, Senate Deputy Leader Michael Gianaris, State Sen. John Liu, Assemblyman Harvey Epstein, and Assemblyman Tony Simone criticized the governor’s decision and the proposed IOU bailout. Gounardes said, 'I cannot in good conscience ratify a decision that will eliminate a significant, dedicated revenue source for the MTA’s capital plan.' The pause leaves the city’s transit future—and the safety of those who rely on it—uncertain.
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Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,
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Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Simone votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
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Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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Published 2024-06-07
A 51-year-old man was injured when a Tesla SUV traveling west struck him outside an intersection on West 24th Street. The driver’s view was obstructed, contributing to the collision. The pedestrian suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injuries.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male pedestrian was injured by a 2023 Tesla SUV traveling west on West 24th Street in Manhattan. The collision occurred outside an intersection, with the pedestrian performing 'other actions in roadway.' The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to see the pedestrian in time. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No vehicle damage was reported. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s limited visibility as the primary cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan turning right on West 34 Street hit a 40-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was left in shock. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling south, was making a right turn on West 34 Street in Manhattan around 12:33 a.m. The vehicle struck a 40-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the sedan, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her hip and upper leg, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal. The collision highlights the driver's error in yielding, which directly led to the pedestrian's injury.
E-Bike Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸A 66-year-old man suffered abrasions and full-body injuries after an e-bike traveling east struck him while he crossed with the signal near West 58th Street. The e-bike showed no damage, highlighting the force of impact on the pedestrian.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling eastbound on West 58th Street struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal but not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. The e-bike had no reported damage, indicating a significant impact on the pedestrian. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or other violations were explicitly cited. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident underscores the dangers posed by e-bikes to pedestrians, even when crossing legally.
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Collision▸A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured with a shoulder contusion after colliding with an SUV making a right turn on West 51 Street. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn southwest when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead southbound. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV sustained no damage and had no occupants other than the driver. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The impact point was noted as 'Other' on the bike, indicating a collision location not on the vehicle's front or side. No pedestrian or victim fault is indicated in the report.
S 9752Hoylman-Sigal votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Hoylman-Sigal votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
Simone Opposes Hochuls Pause of Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing▸Albany lawmakers shut down a last-ditch MTA funding plan after Governor Hochul paused congestion pricing. No replacement for the lost $1 billion. Transit riders and street users face uncertainty. Lawmakers call the move reckless. The city waits. Danger lingers.
On June 7, 2024, the New York State legislative session ended without passing a replacement funding plan for the MTA after Governor Kathy Hochul paused congestion pricing. The matter, described as 'Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,' left the MTA without the $1 billion annual revenue congestion pricing would have provided. Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins announced the session’s close without a deal. Lawmakers including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, Senate Deputy Leader Michael Gianaris, State Sen. John Liu, Assemblyman Harvey Epstein, and Assemblyman Tony Simone criticized the governor’s decision and the proposed IOU bailout. Gounardes said, 'I cannot in good conscience ratify a decision that will eliminate a significant, dedicated revenue source for the MTA’s capital plan.' The pause leaves the city’s transit future—and the safety of those who rely on it—uncertain.
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Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Simone votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
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Published 2024-06-07
A sedan turning right on West 34 Street hit a 40-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was left in shock. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling south, was making a right turn on West 34 Street in Manhattan around 12:33 a.m. The vehicle struck a 40-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the sedan, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her hip and upper leg, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal. The collision highlights the driver's error in yielding, which directly led to the pedestrian's injury.
E-Bike Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸A 66-year-old man suffered abrasions and full-body injuries after an e-bike traveling east struck him while he crossed with the signal near West 58th Street. The e-bike showed no damage, highlighting the force of impact on the pedestrian.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling eastbound on West 58th Street struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal but not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. The e-bike had no reported damage, indicating a significant impact on the pedestrian. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or other violations were explicitly cited. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident underscores the dangers posed by e-bikes to pedestrians, even when crossing legally.
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Collision▸A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured with a shoulder contusion after colliding with an SUV making a right turn on West 51 Street. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn southwest when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead southbound. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV sustained no damage and had no occupants other than the driver. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The impact point was noted as 'Other' on the bike, indicating a collision location not on the vehicle's front or side. No pedestrian or victim fault is indicated in the report.
S 9752Hoylman-Sigal votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
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Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Hoylman-Sigal votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
Simone Opposes Hochuls Pause of Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing▸Albany lawmakers shut down a last-ditch MTA funding plan after Governor Hochul paused congestion pricing. No replacement for the lost $1 billion. Transit riders and street users face uncertainty. Lawmakers call the move reckless. The city waits. Danger lingers.
On June 7, 2024, the New York State legislative session ended without passing a replacement funding plan for the MTA after Governor Kathy Hochul paused congestion pricing. The matter, described as 'Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,' left the MTA without the $1 billion annual revenue congestion pricing would have provided. Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins announced the session’s close without a deal. Lawmakers including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, Senate Deputy Leader Michael Gianaris, State Sen. John Liu, Assemblyman Harvey Epstein, and Assemblyman Tony Simone criticized the governor’s decision and the proposed IOU bailout. Gounardes said, 'I cannot in good conscience ratify a decision that will eliminate a significant, dedicated revenue source for the MTA’s capital plan.' The pause leaves the city’s transit future—and the safety of those who rely on it—uncertain.
-
Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Simone votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
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Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
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Published 2024-06-07
A 66-year-old man suffered abrasions and full-body injuries after an e-bike traveling east struck him while he crossed with the signal near West 58th Street. The e-bike showed no damage, highlighting the force of impact on the pedestrian.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling eastbound on West 58th Street struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal but not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. The e-bike had no reported damage, indicating a significant impact on the pedestrian. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or other violations were explicitly cited. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident underscores the dangers posed by e-bikes to pedestrians, even when crossing legally.
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Collision▸A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured with a shoulder contusion after colliding with an SUV making a right turn on West 51 Street. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn southwest when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead southbound. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV sustained no damage and had no occupants other than the driver. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The impact point was noted as 'Other' on the bike, indicating a collision location not on the vehicle's front or side. No pedestrian or victim fault is indicated in the report.
S 9752Hoylman-Sigal votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
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Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Hoylman-Sigal votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
Simone Opposes Hochuls Pause of Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing▸Albany lawmakers shut down a last-ditch MTA funding plan after Governor Hochul paused congestion pricing. No replacement for the lost $1 billion. Transit riders and street users face uncertainty. Lawmakers call the move reckless. The city waits. Danger lingers.
On June 7, 2024, the New York State legislative session ended without passing a replacement funding plan for the MTA after Governor Kathy Hochul paused congestion pricing. The matter, described as 'Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,' left the MTA without the $1 billion annual revenue congestion pricing would have provided. Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins announced the session’s close without a deal. Lawmakers including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, Senate Deputy Leader Michael Gianaris, State Sen. John Liu, Assemblyman Harvey Epstein, and Assemblyman Tony Simone criticized the governor’s decision and the proposed IOU bailout. Gounardes said, 'I cannot in good conscience ratify a decision that will eliminate a significant, dedicated revenue source for the MTA’s capital plan.' The pause leaves the city’s transit future—and the safety of those who rely on it—uncertain.
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Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Simone votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured with a shoulder contusion after colliding with an SUV making a right turn on West 51 Street. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn southwest when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead southbound. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV sustained no damage and had no occupants other than the driver. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The impact point was noted as 'Other' on the bike, indicating a collision location not on the vehicle's front or side. No pedestrian or victim fault is indicated in the report.
S 9752Hoylman-Sigal votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Hoylman-Sigal votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
Simone Opposes Hochuls Pause of Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing▸Albany lawmakers shut down a last-ditch MTA funding plan after Governor Hochul paused congestion pricing. No replacement for the lost $1 billion. Transit riders and street users face uncertainty. Lawmakers call the move reckless. The city waits. Danger lingers.
On June 7, 2024, the New York State legislative session ended without passing a replacement funding plan for the MTA after Governor Kathy Hochul paused congestion pricing. The matter, described as 'Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,' left the MTA without the $1 billion annual revenue congestion pricing would have provided. Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins announced the session’s close without a deal. Lawmakers including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, Senate Deputy Leader Michael Gianaris, State Sen. John Liu, Assemblyman Harvey Epstein, and Assemblyman Tony Simone criticized the governor’s decision and the proposed IOU bailout. Gounardes said, 'I cannot in good conscience ratify a decision that will eliminate a significant, dedicated revenue source for the MTA’s capital plan.' The pause leaves the city’s transit future—and the safety of those who rely on it—uncertain.
-
Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Simone votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 9752, Open States, Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Hoylman-Sigal votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
Simone Opposes Hochuls Pause of Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing▸Albany lawmakers shut down a last-ditch MTA funding plan after Governor Hochul paused congestion pricing. No replacement for the lost $1 billion. Transit riders and street users face uncertainty. Lawmakers call the move reckless. The city waits. Danger lingers.
On June 7, 2024, the New York State legislative session ended without passing a replacement funding plan for the MTA after Governor Kathy Hochul paused congestion pricing. The matter, described as 'Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,' left the MTA without the $1 billion annual revenue congestion pricing would have provided. Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins announced the session’s close without a deal. Lawmakers including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, Senate Deputy Leader Michael Gianaris, State Sen. John Liu, Assemblyman Harvey Epstein, and Assemblyman Tony Simone criticized the governor’s decision and the proposed IOU bailout. Gounardes said, 'I cannot in good conscience ratify a decision that will eliminate a significant, dedicated revenue source for the MTA’s capital plan.' The pause leaves the city’s transit future—and the safety of those who rely on it—uncertain.
-
Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Simone votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
-
File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 9752, Open States, Published 2024-06-07
Simone Opposes Hochuls Pause of Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing▸Albany lawmakers shut down a last-ditch MTA funding plan after Governor Hochul paused congestion pricing. No replacement for the lost $1 billion. Transit riders and street users face uncertainty. Lawmakers call the move reckless. The city waits. Danger lingers.
On June 7, 2024, the New York State legislative session ended without passing a replacement funding plan for the MTA after Governor Kathy Hochul paused congestion pricing. The matter, described as 'Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,' left the MTA without the $1 billion annual revenue congestion pricing would have provided. Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins announced the session’s close without a deal. Lawmakers including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, Senate Deputy Leader Michael Gianaris, State Sen. John Liu, Assemblyman Harvey Epstein, and Assemblyman Tony Simone criticized the governor’s decision and the proposed IOU bailout. Gounardes said, 'I cannot in good conscience ratify a decision that will eliminate a significant, dedicated revenue source for the MTA’s capital plan.' The pause leaves the city’s transit future—and the safety of those who rely on it—uncertain.
-
Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Simone votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
-
File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
Albany lawmakers shut down a last-ditch MTA funding plan after Governor Hochul paused congestion pricing. No replacement for the lost $1 billion. Transit riders and street users face uncertainty. Lawmakers call the move reckless. The city waits. Danger lingers.
On June 7, 2024, the New York State legislative session ended without passing a replacement funding plan for the MTA after Governor Kathy Hochul paused congestion pricing. The matter, described as 'Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,' left the MTA without the $1 billion annual revenue congestion pricing would have provided. Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins announced the session’s close without a deal. Lawmakers including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, Senate Deputy Leader Michael Gianaris, State Sen. John Liu, Assemblyman Harvey Epstein, and Assemblyman Tony Simone criticized the governor’s decision and the proposed IOU bailout. Gounardes said, 'I cannot in good conscience ratify a decision that will eliminate a significant, dedicated revenue source for the MTA’s capital plan.' The pause leaves the city’s transit future—and the safety of those who rely on it—uncertain.
- Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing, nypost.com, Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Simone votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
-
File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 8607, Open States, Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
-
File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
- File A 7652, Open States, Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Simone votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
-
File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
- File A 7652, Open States, Published 2024-06-07