About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 18
▸ Crush Injuries 18
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 21
▸ Severe Lacerations 13
▸ Concussion 19
▸ Whiplash 70
▸ Contusion/Bruise 158
▸ Abrasion 68
▸ Pain/Nausea 42
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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York and 72nd, 5 AM
Manhattan CB8: Jan 1, 2022 - Sep 4, 2025
Just after 5 AM on Aug 30, 2025, at York Avenue and E 72nd Street, a taxi hit a person on foot. He died (NYC Open Data).
He was one of 13 people killed on Manhattan CB8 streets since Jan 1, 2022 (NYC Open Data). This year, crashes in the district are up 33.6% from last year to date, with deaths rising from 1 to 5 and serious injuries from 5 to 8 (NYC Open Data).
This is the pattern. Dawn hours are deadly here. From 4 to 6 AM, five people were killed across these years (NYC Open Data).
This week on our streets
- Aug 30: A pedestrian was killed at York and 72nd. The vehicle recorded was a taxi (NYC Open Data).
Where the blood pools
FDR Drive leads the toll here: 3 deaths and 337 injuries. Two Avenue is next: 2 deaths and 67 injuries. East 85th Street claims another life on the board (NYC Open Data).
Failures repeat. Drivers running lights and failing to yield show up again and again in the case files (NYC Open Data). Cars and SUVs do most of the harm; trucks and buses kill too (NYC Open Data).
Leaders knew the risk
The Queensboro Bridge path has been delayed and argued over. Lawmakers warned the mayor in April: “Any further delays to this project that is otherwise ready to open will unnecessarily put at risk the thousands of New Yorkers who cycle and walk the current shared path every day” (Streetsblog NYC). The bridge sits on CB8’s edge. The bodies are not abstract.
Your state senator, Liz Krueger, voted yes in committee on the Stop Super Speeders Act (S4045) to force repeat violators to install speed limiters (Open States). Your assembly member, Rebecca Seawright, co‑sponsors the matching speed‑limiter bills (A 2299 and A 7979) (Open States; Open States). Your council member, Julie Menin, backs daylighting and curb extensions that clear sightlines and slow turns (Int 1138‑2024; Int 0285‑2024) (Streetsblog NYC).
Make the next turn a safe one
- Daylight every corner near the hotspots. Add hardened turns and Leading Pedestrian Intervals on York, Second, and around FDR Drive. Target failure‑to‑yield and red‑light runs during the dawn hours that keep killing people (NYC Open Data).
- Open safe, dedicated space where crowds are forced to mix — including the Queensboro approach — and keep it open (Streetsblog NYC).
- Citywide, lower speeds and stop the worst repeat offenders. Albany’s tools are on the table: pass and enforce the speed‑limiter bill; use the city’s authority to drop limits on local streets. The record shows who dies when we wait (Open States; NYC Open Data).
One man died in the dark at York and 72nd. Don’t let the next one be a line in a spreadsheet. Act here.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ What happened at York Avenue and E 72nd Street?
▸ How many people have been killed on Manhattan CB8 streets since 2022?
▸ Are things getting worse this year?
▸ Which streets are the worst hotspots in this area?
▸ How were these numbers calculated?
▸ Who represents this area on these issues?
▸ What is CrashCount?
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions — NYC Open Data - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-04
- Pols Demand Adams Open Queensboro Bridge Pedestrian Path, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-04-09
- S4045 — Intelligent speed assistance for repeat violators, Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-11
- A7979 — Intelligent speed assistance for repeat violators, Open States / NY Assembly, Published 2023-08-18
- StreetsPAC Ranks Lander #1 for Mayor, Offers Other Picks for Comptroller, Beeps and Council, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-11
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Rebecca Seawright
District 76
Council Member Julie Menin
District 5
State Senator Liz Krueger
District 28
▸ Other Geographies
Manhattan CB8 Manhattan Community Board 8 sits in Manhattan, Precinct 19, District 5, AD 76, SD 28.
It contains Upper East Side-Lenox Hill-Roosevelt Island, Upper East Side-Carnegie Hill, Upper East Side-Yorkville.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Manhattan Community Board 8
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Unsafe Lane Change Slams Sedan Into SUV▸Jun 26 - Sedan veered on FDR Drive. Smashed into SUV. Driver hurt—neck injury, whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane change, inexperience. Metal twisted. One man injured. No pedestrians, no cyclists, no escape.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on FDR Drive changed lanes unsafely at 18:44 and struck the right front bumper of a northbound SUV. The sedan’s left side doors took the hit. The 31-year-old male sedan driver suffered neck trauma and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists "Unsafe Lane Changing" and "Driver Inexperience" as contributing factors. The sedan driver was restrained by a lap belt and harness, remained conscious, and was not ejected. The SUV had no occupants at the time. The crash stemmed from driver error—unsafe lane changing—without any fault assigned to the injured driver.
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Head-On E-Bike Collision Leaves Rider Bleeding▸Jun 21 - Two e-bikes collided head-on on East 90th Street. Steel struck steel. A 39-year-old man flew from his frame, helmeted, blood streaming from his head. Distraction listed. The street fell silent as injury and confusion settled in.
According to the police report, two e-bikes collided head-on on East 90th Street. The crash occurred at 17:36. One rider, a 39-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and suffered a severe head injury, bleeding and incoherent at the scene. The report states that 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor in the collision. One of the e-bikes involved was unlicensed. The narrative describes the impact as 'steel to steel' and notes that the injured rider was wearing a helmet. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as contributing to the crash. The focus remains on driver distraction and the presence of an unlicensed vehicle.
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on FDR Drive▸Jun 20 - A 32-year-old male driver was injured when his SUV struck the rear quarter panel of a sedan traveling south on FDR Drive. The SUV driver was semiconscious, wearing a lap belt and harness, with complaints of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 1:33 AM on FDR Drive involving a 2023 Toyota SUV and a sedan traveling southbound. The SUV driver, a 32-year-old man, was the sole occupant and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel of the SUV striking the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The injured driver was not ejected but was semiconscious and complained of pain or nausea. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing behaviors beyond the documented driver errors. The collision highlights the dangers of distracted driving and unsafe passing maneuvers on high-speed roadways.
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Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 17 - An 83-year-old woman suffered hip and upper leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a right turn on 1 Avenue. The impact caused shock and pain, highlighting driver errors at a busy Manhattan intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on 1 Avenue struck an 83-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with East 60 Street around 9:40 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and improper turning as contributing factors. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center back end, damaging the sedan's right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally, but the failure to yield and improper turn caused the crash. No pedestrian fault or helmet use was noted as contributing factors.
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Turning SUV Strikes Elderly Woman in Crosswalk▸Jun 13 - A 78-year-old woman, crossing with the signal at East 93rd and 2nd Avenue, was struck and killed by a left-turning SUV. The impact crushed her body. She died there, in the street, beneath the gray June sky.
According to the police report, a 78-year-old woman was crossing 2nd Avenue at East 93rd Street with the pedestrian signal when she was struck by a southbound SUV making a left turn. The report states the point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, which caused fatal crush injuries to the pedestrian's entire body. The driver was cited for 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' a critical error that directly contributed to the collision. The woman was in the crosswalk, obeying the signal, when the SUV turned into her path. The police report lists no contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, underscoring that driver inattention and failure to yield were the sole causes named in the official account.
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Cargo Van Backs Into Pedestrian on East 65 Street▸Jun 11 - A cargo van backing unsafely struck a 41-year-old woman crossing East 65 Street. The driver’s inattention caused the collision. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock, complaining of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, at 9:22 a.m. on East 65 Street, a Ford cargo van traveling south was parked and then backed unsafely. The driver, a licensed male from New York, failed to notice a 41-year-old female pedestrian crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The report cites 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factors. The pedestrian was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot area, was not ejected, and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The vehicle sustained no damage. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver errors during vehicle backing maneuvers in pedestrian areas.
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Left Turn Crash Injures Passenger on East 96th▸Jun 9 - Two sedans collided at East 96th and 3rd. A 24-year-old woman in the Chevrolet took a hard hit to her knee and leg. Police cite failure to yield. Both cars’ front ends smashed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a Nissan sedan heading west struck a Chevrolet sedan making a left turn at East 96th Street and 3rd Avenue in Manhattan. The Chevrolet’s right front bumper and the Nissan’s center front end took the impact. A 24-year-old female passenger in the Chevrolet suffered contusions and bruises to her knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No victim actions or other contributing factors were cited. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash left both vehicles damaged and a passenger hurt.
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Pedestrian Struck Crossing East 96 Street▸Jun 8 - A 28-year-old woman was injured crossing East 96 Street outside a crosswalk. A pickup truck traveling west struck her, causing fractures and dislocations to her lower leg. The driver showed no vehicle damage and was going straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing East 96 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan at 13:19. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when she was struck by a 2015 Toyota pickup truck traveling westbound. The report notes the pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The pickup truck driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The vehicle sustained no damage, and the point of impact showed no damage as well. No specific contributing factors were listed for the driver or pedestrian, but the pedestrian’s crossing outside a crosswalk is noted. The data highlights the danger posed by vehicle movement in areas where pedestrians cross unsignalized streets.
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Congestion Pricing Paused: $500M Infrastructure Sits Idle, Powers Responds▸Jun 8 - Congestion pricing is on ice. Cameras and sensors gather dust. The MTA’s budget hangs in limbo. Councilman Keith Powers urges repurposing the tech for speed and red-light cameras. No plan emerges. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay dangerous. The clock ticks.
On June 8, 2024, New York’s congestion pricing program was paused indefinitely, leaving $500 million in installed infrastructure unused. The matter, titled "$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure," highlights the lack of contingency plans from the MTA and Governor Hochul. Councilman Keith Powers (District 4), a supporter of congestion pricing, called for repurposing the equipment for red-light, speed, and noise camera enforcement, and tracking vehicles with fake or obscured plates. Critics, including Vito Fosella and Joe Borelli, questioned the process and future use of the equipment. The indefinite pause leaves the MTA’s capital projects unfunded and vulnerable road users exposed, as enforcement tools sit idle and no alternative safety measures are in place.
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$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-08
7S 8607
Bores votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7A 7652
Bores votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 9752
Krueger votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 9752
Krueger votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 8607
Seawright votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7A 7652
Seawright votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
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SUV Strikes Bicyclist on East 72 Street▸Jun 6 - A bicyclist was injured after an SUV struck him on East 72 Street in Manhattan. The rider was partially ejected and suffered chest injuries. Limited visibility contributed to the crash, underscoring dangers posed by obstructed views in busy city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:19 PM on East 72 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained chest injuries classified as severity level 3. The bicyclist was conscious and injured internally. The collision involved a 2022 Toyota SUV traveling east and the bicyclist traveling south. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report identifies 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both parties, indicating that limited visibility played a critical role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing instead on the systemic danger of obstructed views leading to this collision.
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Krueger Condemns Delay as Harmful to Traffic Safety▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul pulled the plug on congestion pricing just weeks before rollout. The move leaves the MTA’s future in limbo. Board members and city officials push back. Billions for transit hang in the balance. No clear plan replaces lost funds.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing, a policy set to start June 30. The delay, announced without legislative action, sparked backlash. MTA Board member Midori Valdivia vowed, 'I'm going to vote yes to congestion pricing, and that it should start as soon as possible.' Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi echoed, 'It needs to happen now.' Senator Liz Krueger called Hochul's move 'a staggering error.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll and business leader Kathy Wylde criticized the governor’s floated payroll tax hike as unfair to city businesses. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay keeps streets clogged and transit underfunded, risking more danger for those outside cars.
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Two Huge Questions About ‘Gridlock Gov.’ Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Delay,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
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Krueger Criticizes Lack of Alternative Funding for Transit▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul froze Manhattan’s congestion pricing. The $15 billion for subways, buses, and rail hangs in limbo. Riders face broken elevators, old signals, and crowded trains. Streets stay clogged. No plan B. Vulnerable New Yorkers lose safe, reliable transit.
""She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from."" -- Liz Krueger
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul halted New York’s congestion pricing program, which was set to start June 30. The plan, designed to charge most drivers $15 to enter Manhattan below 60th Street, would have funded $15 billion in MTA capital improvements. The bill’s summary warns: 'No plan B for transit investments should congestion pricing not go through.' Senator Liz Krueger, mentioned in the debate, criticized the lack of alternative funding, saying, 'She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from.' The delay leaves critical projects—like subway accessibility, new signals, and electric buses—unfunded. Without this money, vulnerable riders face more delays, breakdowns, and unsafe conditions. The City Council and transit advocates express deep disappointment and concern for New York’s future.
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Congestion pricing: $15 BILLION in transit improvements in jeopardy after Hochul halts Manhattan toll plan,
amny.com,
Published 2024-06-06
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Krueger Opposes Payroll Mobility Tax Increase on Workers▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul halted congestion pricing. Lawmakers balked at raising payroll taxes. The MTA’s $15 billion plan now hangs by a thread. Projects stall. Federal funds at risk. Riders, walkers, and cyclists face uncertainty. Albany remains split. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Hochul announced a pause on congestion pricing, sparking confusion in Albany. The state-level response included a rejected proposal to raise the payroll mobility tax (PMT) on NYC businesses to fill the $15 billion gap in the MTA’s capital plan. State Sen. Liz Krueger said, 'Payroll mobility taxes are actually taxes on workers... I do not think we have an appetite for that in the Senate.' Assembly Member Stacey Pheffer Amato, who once voted for congestion pricing, now supports the pause, calling the original vote 'political blackmail.' The MTA’s future projects, including the Second Avenue Subway, are threatened, as federal matching funds require local dollars. Lawmakers remain divided. No clear alternative has emerged. Vulnerable road users are left exposed as transit funding falters.
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Reporter’s Notebook: Where Were You The Day Congestion Pricing Died (Maybe)?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
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Krueger Slams Reckless Congestion Pricing Delay Safety Harm▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul yanked support for congestion pricing weeks before launch. Senator Liz Krueger called it reckless. The move leaves a $15 billion hole in MTA funding. No clear replacement plan. Riders and streets hang in the balance. Gridlock wins.
On June 6, 2024, Senator Liz Krueger (District 28) condemned Governor Hochul’s last-minute reversal on congestion pricing. The policy, approved by the MTA Board and set for June 30, now faces indefinite delay. Krueger called the decision 'a staggering error' that creates a financial crisis for the MTA. The matter at hand: 'Gov. Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing less than a month before it was supposed to start.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll also criticized the governor, rejecting her proposal to hike the payroll mobility tax on city businesses. The MTA’s capital plan now faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as congestion pricing aimed to cut traffic and fund safer transit. The council’s response is clear: the city needs congestion pricing, now.
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Two Huge Questions About 'Gridlock Gov.' Hochul's Congestion Pricing Delay,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2024-06-06
Jun 26 - Sedan veered on FDR Drive. Smashed into SUV. Driver hurt—neck injury, whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane change, inexperience. Metal twisted. One man injured. No pedestrians, no cyclists, no escape.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on FDR Drive changed lanes unsafely at 18:44 and struck the right front bumper of a northbound SUV. The sedan’s left side doors took the hit. The 31-year-old male sedan driver suffered neck trauma and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists "Unsafe Lane Changing" and "Driver Inexperience" as contributing factors. The sedan driver was restrained by a lap belt and harness, remained conscious, and was not ejected. The SUV had no occupants at the time. The crash stemmed from driver error—unsafe lane changing—without any fault assigned to the injured driver.
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Head-On E-Bike Collision Leaves Rider Bleeding▸Jun 21 - Two e-bikes collided head-on on East 90th Street. Steel struck steel. A 39-year-old man flew from his frame, helmeted, blood streaming from his head. Distraction listed. The street fell silent as injury and confusion settled in.
According to the police report, two e-bikes collided head-on on East 90th Street. The crash occurred at 17:36. One rider, a 39-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and suffered a severe head injury, bleeding and incoherent at the scene. The report states that 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor in the collision. One of the e-bikes involved was unlicensed. The narrative describes the impact as 'steel to steel' and notes that the injured rider was wearing a helmet. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as contributing to the crash. The focus remains on driver distraction and the presence of an unlicensed vehicle.
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on FDR Drive▸Jun 20 - A 32-year-old male driver was injured when his SUV struck the rear quarter panel of a sedan traveling south on FDR Drive. The SUV driver was semiconscious, wearing a lap belt and harness, with complaints of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 1:33 AM on FDR Drive involving a 2023 Toyota SUV and a sedan traveling southbound. The SUV driver, a 32-year-old man, was the sole occupant and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel of the SUV striking the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The injured driver was not ejected but was semiconscious and complained of pain or nausea. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing behaviors beyond the documented driver errors. The collision highlights the dangers of distracted driving and unsafe passing maneuvers on high-speed roadways.
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Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 17 - An 83-year-old woman suffered hip and upper leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a right turn on 1 Avenue. The impact caused shock and pain, highlighting driver errors at a busy Manhattan intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on 1 Avenue struck an 83-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with East 60 Street around 9:40 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and improper turning as contributing factors. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center back end, damaging the sedan's right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally, but the failure to yield and improper turn caused the crash. No pedestrian fault or helmet use was noted as contributing factors.
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Turning SUV Strikes Elderly Woman in Crosswalk▸Jun 13 - A 78-year-old woman, crossing with the signal at East 93rd and 2nd Avenue, was struck and killed by a left-turning SUV. The impact crushed her body. She died there, in the street, beneath the gray June sky.
According to the police report, a 78-year-old woman was crossing 2nd Avenue at East 93rd Street with the pedestrian signal when she was struck by a southbound SUV making a left turn. The report states the point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, which caused fatal crush injuries to the pedestrian's entire body. The driver was cited for 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' a critical error that directly contributed to the collision. The woman was in the crosswalk, obeying the signal, when the SUV turned into her path. The police report lists no contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, underscoring that driver inattention and failure to yield were the sole causes named in the official account.
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Cargo Van Backs Into Pedestrian on East 65 Street▸Jun 11 - A cargo van backing unsafely struck a 41-year-old woman crossing East 65 Street. The driver’s inattention caused the collision. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock, complaining of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, at 9:22 a.m. on East 65 Street, a Ford cargo van traveling south was parked and then backed unsafely. The driver, a licensed male from New York, failed to notice a 41-year-old female pedestrian crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The report cites 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factors. The pedestrian was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot area, was not ejected, and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The vehicle sustained no damage. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver errors during vehicle backing maneuvers in pedestrian areas.
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Left Turn Crash Injures Passenger on East 96th▸Jun 9 - Two sedans collided at East 96th and 3rd. A 24-year-old woman in the Chevrolet took a hard hit to her knee and leg. Police cite failure to yield. Both cars’ front ends smashed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a Nissan sedan heading west struck a Chevrolet sedan making a left turn at East 96th Street and 3rd Avenue in Manhattan. The Chevrolet’s right front bumper and the Nissan’s center front end took the impact. A 24-year-old female passenger in the Chevrolet suffered contusions and bruises to her knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No victim actions or other contributing factors were cited. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash left both vehicles damaged and a passenger hurt.
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Pedestrian Struck Crossing East 96 Street▸Jun 8 - A 28-year-old woman was injured crossing East 96 Street outside a crosswalk. A pickup truck traveling west struck her, causing fractures and dislocations to her lower leg. The driver showed no vehicle damage and was going straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing East 96 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan at 13:19. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when she was struck by a 2015 Toyota pickup truck traveling westbound. The report notes the pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The pickup truck driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The vehicle sustained no damage, and the point of impact showed no damage as well. No specific contributing factors were listed for the driver or pedestrian, but the pedestrian’s crossing outside a crosswalk is noted. The data highlights the danger posed by vehicle movement in areas where pedestrians cross unsignalized streets.
8
Congestion Pricing Paused: $500M Infrastructure Sits Idle, Powers Responds▸Jun 8 - Congestion pricing is on ice. Cameras and sensors gather dust. The MTA’s budget hangs in limbo. Councilman Keith Powers urges repurposing the tech for speed and red-light cameras. No plan emerges. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay dangerous. The clock ticks.
On June 8, 2024, New York’s congestion pricing program was paused indefinitely, leaving $500 million in installed infrastructure unused. The matter, titled "$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure," highlights the lack of contingency plans from the MTA and Governor Hochul. Councilman Keith Powers (District 4), a supporter of congestion pricing, called for repurposing the equipment for red-light, speed, and noise camera enforcement, and tracking vehicles with fake or obscured plates. Critics, including Vito Fosella and Joe Borelli, questioned the process and future use of the equipment. The indefinite pause leaves the MTA’s capital projects unfunded and vulnerable road users exposed, as enforcement tools sit idle and no alternative safety measures are in place.
-
$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-08
7S 8607
Bores votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7A 7652
Bores votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 9752
Krueger votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 9752
Krueger votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 8607
Seawright votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7A 7652
Seawright votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
6
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on East 72 Street▸Jun 6 - A bicyclist was injured after an SUV struck him on East 72 Street in Manhattan. The rider was partially ejected and suffered chest injuries. Limited visibility contributed to the crash, underscoring dangers posed by obstructed views in busy city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:19 PM on East 72 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained chest injuries classified as severity level 3. The bicyclist was conscious and injured internally. The collision involved a 2022 Toyota SUV traveling east and the bicyclist traveling south. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report identifies 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both parties, indicating that limited visibility played a critical role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing instead on the systemic danger of obstructed views leading to this collision.
6
Krueger Condemns Delay as Harmful to Traffic Safety▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul pulled the plug on congestion pricing just weeks before rollout. The move leaves the MTA’s future in limbo. Board members and city officials push back. Billions for transit hang in the balance. No clear plan replaces lost funds.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing, a policy set to start June 30. The delay, announced without legislative action, sparked backlash. MTA Board member Midori Valdivia vowed, 'I'm going to vote yes to congestion pricing, and that it should start as soon as possible.' Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi echoed, 'It needs to happen now.' Senator Liz Krueger called Hochul's move 'a staggering error.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll and business leader Kathy Wylde criticized the governor’s floated payroll tax hike as unfair to city businesses. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay keeps streets clogged and transit underfunded, risking more danger for those outside cars.
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Two Huge Questions About ‘Gridlock Gov.’ Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Delay,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Criticizes Lack of Alternative Funding for Transit▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul froze Manhattan’s congestion pricing. The $15 billion for subways, buses, and rail hangs in limbo. Riders face broken elevators, old signals, and crowded trains. Streets stay clogged. No plan B. Vulnerable New Yorkers lose safe, reliable transit.
""She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from."" -- Liz Krueger
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul halted New York’s congestion pricing program, which was set to start June 30. The plan, designed to charge most drivers $15 to enter Manhattan below 60th Street, would have funded $15 billion in MTA capital improvements. The bill’s summary warns: 'No plan B for transit investments should congestion pricing not go through.' Senator Liz Krueger, mentioned in the debate, criticized the lack of alternative funding, saying, 'She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from.' The delay leaves critical projects—like subway accessibility, new signals, and electric buses—unfunded. Without this money, vulnerable riders face more delays, breakdowns, and unsafe conditions. The City Council and transit advocates express deep disappointment and concern for New York’s future.
-
Congestion pricing: $15 BILLION in transit improvements in jeopardy after Hochul halts Manhattan toll plan,
amny.com,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Opposes Payroll Mobility Tax Increase on Workers▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul halted congestion pricing. Lawmakers balked at raising payroll taxes. The MTA’s $15 billion plan now hangs by a thread. Projects stall. Federal funds at risk. Riders, walkers, and cyclists face uncertainty. Albany remains split. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Hochul announced a pause on congestion pricing, sparking confusion in Albany. The state-level response included a rejected proposal to raise the payroll mobility tax (PMT) on NYC businesses to fill the $15 billion gap in the MTA’s capital plan. State Sen. Liz Krueger said, 'Payroll mobility taxes are actually taxes on workers... I do not think we have an appetite for that in the Senate.' Assembly Member Stacey Pheffer Amato, who once voted for congestion pricing, now supports the pause, calling the original vote 'political blackmail.' The MTA’s future projects, including the Second Avenue Subway, are threatened, as federal matching funds require local dollars. Lawmakers remain divided. No clear alternative has emerged. Vulnerable road users are left exposed as transit funding falters.
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Reporter’s Notebook: Where Were You The Day Congestion Pricing Died (Maybe)?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Slams Reckless Congestion Pricing Delay Safety Harm▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul yanked support for congestion pricing weeks before launch. Senator Liz Krueger called it reckless. The move leaves a $15 billion hole in MTA funding. No clear replacement plan. Riders and streets hang in the balance. Gridlock wins.
On June 6, 2024, Senator Liz Krueger (District 28) condemned Governor Hochul’s last-minute reversal on congestion pricing. The policy, approved by the MTA Board and set for June 30, now faces indefinite delay. Krueger called the decision 'a staggering error' that creates a financial crisis for the MTA. The matter at hand: 'Gov. Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing less than a month before it was supposed to start.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll also criticized the governor, rejecting her proposal to hike the payroll mobility tax on city businesses. The MTA’s capital plan now faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as congestion pricing aimed to cut traffic and fund safer transit. The council’s response is clear: the city needs congestion pricing, now.
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Two Huge Questions About 'Gridlock Gov.' Hochul's Congestion Pricing Delay,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2024-06-06
Jun 21 - Two e-bikes collided head-on on East 90th Street. Steel struck steel. A 39-year-old man flew from his frame, helmeted, blood streaming from his head. Distraction listed. The street fell silent as injury and confusion settled in.
According to the police report, two e-bikes collided head-on on East 90th Street. The crash occurred at 17:36. One rider, a 39-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and suffered a severe head injury, bleeding and incoherent at the scene. The report states that 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor in the collision. One of the e-bikes involved was unlicensed. The narrative describes the impact as 'steel to steel' and notes that the injured rider was wearing a helmet. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as contributing to the crash. The focus remains on driver distraction and the presence of an unlicensed vehicle.
20
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on FDR Drive▸Jun 20 - A 32-year-old male driver was injured when his SUV struck the rear quarter panel of a sedan traveling south on FDR Drive. The SUV driver was semiconscious, wearing a lap belt and harness, with complaints of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 1:33 AM on FDR Drive involving a 2023 Toyota SUV and a sedan traveling southbound. The SUV driver, a 32-year-old man, was the sole occupant and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel of the SUV striking the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The injured driver was not ejected but was semiconscious and complained of pain or nausea. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing behaviors beyond the documented driver errors. The collision highlights the dangers of distracted driving and unsafe passing maneuvers on high-speed roadways.
17
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 17 - An 83-year-old woman suffered hip and upper leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a right turn on 1 Avenue. The impact caused shock and pain, highlighting driver errors at a busy Manhattan intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on 1 Avenue struck an 83-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with East 60 Street around 9:40 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and improper turning as contributing factors. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center back end, damaging the sedan's right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally, but the failure to yield and improper turn caused the crash. No pedestrian fault or helmet use was noted as contributing factors.
13
Turning SUV Strikes Elderly Woman in Crosswalk▸Jun 13 - A 78-year-old woman, crossing with the signal at East 93rd and 2nd Avenue, was struck and killed by a left-turning SUV. The impact crushed her body. She died there, in the street, beneath the gray June sky.
According to the police report, a 78-year-old woman was crossing 2nd Avenue at East 93rd Street with the pedestrian signal when she was struck by a southbound SUV making a left turn. The report states the point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, which caused fatal crush injuries to the pedestrian's entire body. The driver was cited for 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' a critical error that directly contributed to the collision. The woman was in the crosswalk, obeying the signal, when the SUV turned into her path. The police report lists no contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, underscoring that driver inattention and failure to yield were the sole causes named in the official account.
11
Cargo Van Backs Into Pedestrian on East 65 Street▸Jun 11 - A cargo van backing unsafely struck a 41-year-old woman crossing East 65 Street. The driver’s inattention caused the collision. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock, complaining of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, at 9:22 a.m. on East 65 Street, a Ford cargo van traveling south was parked and then backed unsafely. The driver, a licensed male from New York, failed to notice a 41-year-old female pedestrian crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The report cites 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factors. The pedestrian was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot area, was not ejected, and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The vehicle sustained no damage. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver errors during vehicle backing maneuvers in pedestrian areas.
9
Left Turn Crash Injures Passenger on East 96th▸Jun 9 - Two sedans collided at East 96th and 3rd. A 24-year-old woman in the Chevrolet took a hard hit to her knee and leg. Police cite failure to yield. Both cars’ front ends smashed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a Nissan sedan heading west struck a Chevrolet sedan making a left turn at East 96th Street and 3rd Avenue in Manhattan. The Chevrolet’s right front bumper and the Nissan’s center front end took the impact. A 24-year-old female passenger in the Chevrolet suffered contusions and bruises to her knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No victim actions or other contributing factors were cited. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash left both vehicles damaged and a passenger hurt.
8
Pedestrian Struck Crossing East 96 Street▸Jun 8 - A 28-year-old woman was injured crossing East 96 Street outside a crosswalk. A pickup truck traveling west struck her, causing fractures and dislocations to her lower leg. The driver showed no vehicle damage and was going straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing East 96 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan at 13:19. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when she was struck by a 2015 Toyota pickup truck traveling westbound. The report notes the pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The pickup truck driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The vehicle sustained no damage, and the point of impact showed no damage as well. No specific contributing factors were listed for the driver or pedestrian, but the pedestrian’s crossing outside a crosswalk is noted. The data highlights the danger posed by vehicle movement in areas where pedestrians cross unsignalized streets.
8
Congestion Pricing Paused: $500M Infrastructure Sits Idle, Powers Responds▸Jun 8 - Congestion pricing is on ice. Cameras and sensors gather dust. The MTA’s budget hangs in limbo. Councilman Keith Powers urges repurposing the tech for speed and red-light cameras. No plan emerges. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay dangerous. The clock ticks.
On June 8, 2024, New York’s congestion pricing program was paused indefinitely, leaving $500 million in installed infrastructure unused. The matter, titled "$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure," highlights the lack of contingency plans from the MTA and Governor Hochul. Councilman Keith Powers (District 4), a supporter of congestion pricing, called for repurposing the equipment for red-light, speed, and noise camera enforcement, and tracking vehicles with fake or obscured plates. Critics, including Vito Fosella and Joe Borelli, questioned the process and future use of the equipment. The indefinite pause leaves the MTA’s capital projects unfunded and vulnerable road users exposed, as enforcement tools sit idle and no alternative safety measures are in place.
-
$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-08
7S 8607
Bores votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7A 7652
Bores votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 9752
Krueger votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 9752
Krueger votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 8607
Seawright votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7A 7652
Seawright votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
6
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on East 72 Street▸Jun 6 - A bicyclist was injured after an SUV struck him on East 72 Street in Manhattan. The rider was partially ejected and suffered chest injuries. Limited visibility contributed to the crash, underscoring dangers posed by obstructed views in busy city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:19 PM on East 72 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained chest injuries classified as severity level 3. The bicyclist was conscious and injured internally. The collision involved a 2022 Toyota SUV traveling east and the bicyclist traveling south. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report identifies 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both parties, indicating that limited visibility played a critical role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing instead on the systemic danger of obstructed views leading to this collision.
6
Krueger Condemns Delay as Harmful to Traffic Safety▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul pulled the plug on congestion pricing just weeks before rollout. The move leaves the MTA’s future in limbo. Board members and city officials push back. Billions for transit hang in the balance. No clear plan replaces lost funds.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing, a policy set to start June 30. The delay, announced without legislative action, sparked backlash. MTA Board member Midori Valdivia vowed, 'I'm going to vote yes to congestion pricing, and that it should start as soon as possible.' Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi echoed, 'It needs to happen now.' Senator Liz Krueger called Hochul's move 'a staggering error.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll and business leader Kathy Wylde criticized the governor’s floated payroll tax hike as unfair to city businesses. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay keeps streets clogged and transit underfunded, risking more danger for those outside cars.
-
Two Huge Questions About ‘Gridlock Gov.’ Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Delay,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Criticizes Lack of Alternative Funding for Transit▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul froze Manhattan’s congestion pricing. The $15 billion for subways, buses, and rail hangs in limbo. Riders face broken elevators, old signals, and crowded trains. Streets stay clogged. No plan B. Vulnerable New Yorkers lose safe, reliable transit.
""She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from."" -- Liz Krueger
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul halted New York’s congestion pricing program, which was set to start June 30. The plan, designed to charge most drivers $15 to enter Manhattan below 60th Street, would have funded $15 billion in MTA capital improvements. The bill’s summary warns: 'No plan B for transit investments should congestion pricing not go through.' Senator Liz Krueger, mentioned in the debate, criticized the lack of alternative funding, saying, 'She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from.' The delay leaves critical projects—like subway accessibility, new signals, and electric buses—unfunded. Without this money, vulnerable riders face more delays, breakdowns, and unsafe conditions. The City Council and transit advocates express deep disappointment and concern for New York’s future.
-
Congestion pricing: $15 BILLION in transit improvements in jeopardy after Hochul halts Manhattan toll plan,
amny.com,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Opposes Payroll Mobility Tax Increase on Workers▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul halted congestion pricing. Lawmakers balked at raising payroll taxes. The MTA’s $15 billion plan now hangs by a thread. Projects stall. Federal funds at risk. Riders, walkers, and cyclists face uncertainty. Albany remains split. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Hochul announced a pause on congestion pricing, sparking confusion in Albany. The state-level response included a rejected proposal to raise the payroll mobility tax (PMT) on NYC businesses to fill the $15 billion gap in the MTA’s capital plan. State Sen. Liz Krueger said, 'Payroll mobility taxes are actually taxes on workers... I do not think we have an appetite for that in the Senate.' Assembly Member Stacey Pheffer Amato, who once voted for congestion pricing, now supports the pause, calling the original vote 'political blackmail.' The MTA’s future projects, including the Second Avenue Subway, are threatened, as federal matching funds require local dollars. Lawmakers remain divided. No clear alternative has emerged. Vulnerable road users are left exposed as transit funding falters.
-
Reporter’s Notebook: Where Were You The Day Congestion Pricing Died (Maybe)?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Slams Reckless Congestion Pricing Delay Safety Harm▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul yanked support for congestion pricing weeks before launch. Senator Liz Krueger called it reckless. The move leaves a $15 billion hole in MTA funding. No clear replacement plan. Riders and streets hang in the balance. Gridlock wins.
On June 6, 2024, Senator Liz Krueger (District 28) condemned Governor Hochul’s last-minute reversal on congestion pricing. The policy, approved by the MTA Board and set for June 30, now faces indefinite delay. Krueger called the decision 'a staggering error' that creates a financial crisis for the MTA. The matter at hand: 'Gov. Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing less than a month before it was supposed to start.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll also criticized the governor, rejecting her proposal to hike the payroll mobility tax on city businesses. The MTA’s capital plan now faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as congestion pricing aimed to cut traffic and fund safer transit. The council’s response is clear: the city needs congestion pricing, now.
-
Two Huge Questions About 'Gridlock Gov.' Hochul's Congestion Pricing Delay,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2024-06-06
Jun 20 - A 32-year-old male driver was injured when his SUV struck the rear quarter panel of a sedan traveling south on FDR Drive. The SUV driver was semiconscious, wearing a lap belt and harness, with complaints of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 1:33 AM on FDR Drive involving a 2023 Toyota SUV and a sedan traveling southbound. The SUV driver, a 32-year-old man, was the sole occupant and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel of the SUV striking the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The injured driver was not ejected but was semiconscious and complained of pain or nausea. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing behaviors beyond the documented driver errors. The collision highlights the dangers of distracted driving and unsafe passing maneuvers on high-speed roadways.
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Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 17 - An 83-year-old woman suffered hip and upper leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a right turn on 1 Avenue. The impact caused shock and pain, highlighting driver errors at a busy Manhattan intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on 1 Avenue struck an 83-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with East 60 Street around 9:40 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and improper turning as contributing factors. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center back end, damaging the sedan's right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally, but the failure to yield and improper turn caused the crash. No pedestrian fault or helmet use was noted as contributing factors.
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Turning SUV Strikes Elderly Woman in Crosswalk▸Jun 13 - A 78-year-old woman, crossing with the signal at East 93rd and 2nd Avenue, was struck and killed by a left-turning SUV. The impact crushed her body. She died there, in the street, beneath the gray June sky.
According to the police report, a 78-year-old woman was crossing 2nd Avenue at East 93rd Street with the pedestrian signal when she was struck by a southbound SUV making a left turn. The report states the point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, which caused fatal crush injuries to the pedestrian's entire body. The driver was cited for 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' a critical error that directly contributed to the collision. The woman was in the crosswalk, obeying the signal, when the SUV turned into her path. The police report lists no contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, underscoring that driver inattention and failure to yield were the sole causes named in the official account.
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Cargo Van Backs Into Pedestrian on East 65 Street▸Jun 11 - A cargo van backing unsafely struck a 41-year-old woman crossing East 65 Street. The driver’s inattention caused the collision. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock, complaining of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, at 9:22 a.m. on East 65 Street, a Ford cargo van traveling south was parked and then backed unsafely. The driver, a licensed male from New York, failed to notice a 41-year-old female pedestrian crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The report cites 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factors. The pedestrian was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot area, was not ejected, and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The vehicle sustained no damage. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver errors during vehicle backing maneuvers in pedestrian areas.
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Left Turn Crash Injures Passenger on East 96th▸Jun 9 - Two sedans collided at East 96th and 3rd. A 24-year-old woman in the Chevrolet took a hard hit to her knee and leg. Police cite failure to yield. Both cars’ front ends smashed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a Nissan sedan heading west struck a Chevrolet sedan making a left turn at East 96th Street and 3rd Avenue in Manhattan. The Chevrolet’s right front bumper and the Nissan’s center front end took the impact. A 24-year-old female passenger in the Chevrolet suffered contusions and bruises to her knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No victim actions or other contributing factors were cited. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash left both vehicles damaged and a passenger hurt.
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Pedestrian Struck Crossing East 96 Street▸Jun 8 - A 28-year-old woman was injured crossing East 96 Street outside a crosswalk. A pickup truck traveling west struck her, causing fractures and dislocations to her lower leg. The driver showed no vehicle damage and was going straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing East 96 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan at 13:19. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when she was struck by a 2015 Toyota pickup truck traveling westbound. The report notes the pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The pickup truck driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The vehicle sustained no damage, and the point of impact showed no damage as well. No specific contributing factors were listed for the driver or pedestrian, but the pedestrian’s crossing outside a crosswalk is noted. The data highlights the danger posed by vehicle movement in areas where pedestrians cross unsignalized streets.
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Congestion Pricing Paused: $500M Infrastructure Sits Idle, Powers Responds▸Jun 8 - Congestion pricing is on ice. Cameras and sensors gather dust. The MTA’s budget hangs in limbo. Councilman Keith Powers urges repurposing the tech for speed and red-light cameras. No plan emerges. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay dangerous. The clock ticks.
On June 8, 2024, New York’s congestion pricing program was paused indefinitely, leaving $500 million in installed infrastructure unused. The matter, titled "$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure," highlights the lack of contingency plans from the MTA and Governor Hochul. Councilman Keith Powers (District 4), a supporter of congestion pricing, called for repurposing the equipment for red-light, speed, and noise camera enforcement, and tracking vehicles with fake or obscured plates. Critics, including Vito Fosella and Joe Borelli, questioned the process and future use of the equipment. The indefinite pause leaves the MTA’s capital projects unfunded and vulnerable road users exposed, as enforcement tools sit idle and no alternative safety measures are in place.
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$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-08
7S 8607
Bores votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7A 7652
Bores votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 9752
Krueger votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 9752
Krueger votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 8607
Seawright votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7A 7652
Seawright votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
6
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on East 72 Street▸Jun 6 - A bicyclist was injured after an SUV struck him on East 72 Street in Manhattan. The rider was partially ejected and suffered chest injuries. Limited visibility contributed to the crash, underscoring dangers posed by obstructed views in busy city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:19 PM on East 72 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained chest injuries classified as severity level 3. The bicyclist was conscious and injured internally. The collision involved a 2022 Toyota SUV traveling east and the bicyclist traveling south. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report identifies 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both parties, indicating that limited visibility played a critical role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing instead on the systemic danger of obstructed views leading to this collision.
6
Krueger Condemns Delay as Harmful to Traffic Safety▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul pulled the plug on congestion pricing just weeks before rollout. The move leaves the MTA’s future in limbo. Board members and city officials push back. Billions for transit hang in the balance. No clear plan replaces lost funds.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing, a policy set to start June 30. The delay, announced without legislative action, sparked backlash. MTA Board member Midori Valdivia vowed, 'I'm going to vote yes to congestion pricing, and that it should start as soon as possible.' Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi echoed, 'It needs to happen now.' Senator Liz Krueger called Hochul's move 'a staggering error.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll and business leader Kathy Wylde criticized the governor’s floated payroll tax hike as unfair to city businesses. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay keeps streets clogged and transit underfunded, risking more danger for those outside cars.
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Two Huge Questions About ‘Gridlock Gov.’ Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Delay,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Criticizes Lack of Alternative Funding for Transit▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul froze Manhattan’s congestion pricing. The $15 billion for subways, buses, and rail hangs in limbo. Riders face broken elevators, old signals, and crowded trains. Streets stay clogged. No plan B. Vulnerable New Yorkers lose safe, reliable transit.
""She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from."" -- Liz Krueger
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul halted New York’s congestion pricing program, which was set to start June 30. The plan, designed to charge most drivers $15 to enter Manhattan below 60th Street, would have funded $15 billion in MTA capital improvements. The bill’s summary warns: 'No plan B for transit investments should congestion pricing not go through.' Senator Liz Krueger, mentioned in the debate, criticized the lack of alternative funding, saying, 'She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from.' The delay leaves critical projects—like subway accessibility, new signals, and electric buses—unfunded. Without this money, vulnerable riders face more delays, breakdowns, and unsafe conditions. The City Council and transit advocates express deep disappointment and concern for New York’s future.
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Congestion pricing: $15 BILLION in transit improvements in jeopardy after Hochul halts Manhattan toll plan,
amny.com,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Opposes Payroll Mobility Tax Increase on Workers▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul halted congestion pricing. Lawmakers balked at raising payroll taxes. The MTA’s $15 billion plan now hangs by a thread. Projects stall. Federal funds at risk. Riders, walkers, and cyclists face uncertainty. Albany remains split. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Hochul announced a pause on congestion pricing, sparking confusion in Albany. The state-level response included a rejected proposal to raise the payroll mobility tax (PMT) on NYC businesses to fill the $15 billion gap in the MTA’s capital plan. State Sen. Liz Krueger said, 'Payroll mobility taxes are actually taxes on workers... I do not think we have an appetite for that in the Senate.' Assembly Member Stacey Pheffer Amato, who once voted for congestion pricing, now supports the pause, calling the original vote 'political blackmail.' The MTA’s future projects, including the Second Avenue Subway, are threatened, as federal matching funds require local dollars. Lawmakers remain divided. No clear alternative has emerged. Vulnerable road users are left exposed as transit funding falters.
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Reporter’s Notebook: Where Were You The Day Congestion Pricing Died (Maybe)?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Slams Reckless Congestion Pricing Delay Safety Harm▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul yanked support for congestion pricing weeks before launch. Senator Liz Krueger called it reckless. The move leaves a $15 billion hole in MTA funding. No clear replacement plan. Riders and streets hang in the balance. Gridlock wins.
On June 6, 2024, Senator Liz Krueger (District 28) condemned Governor Hochul’s last-minute reversal on congestion pricing. The policy, approved by the MTA Board and set for June 30, now faces indefinite delay. Krueger called the decision 'a staggering error' that creates a financial crisis for the MTA. The matter at hand: 'Gov. Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing less than a month before it was supposed to start.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll also criticized the governor, rejecting her proposal to hike the payroll mobility tax on city businesses. The MTA’s capital plan now faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as congestion pricing aimed to cut traffic and fund safer transit. The council’s response is clear: the city needs congestion pricing, now.
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Two Huge Questions About 'Gridlock Gov.' Hochul's Congestion Pricing Delay,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2024-06-06
Jun 17 - An 83-year-old woman suffered hip and upper leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a right turn on 1 Avenue. The impact caused shock and pain, highlighting driver errors at a busy Manhattan intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on 1 Avenue struck an 83-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with East 60 Street around 9:40 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and improper turning as contributing factors. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center back end, damaging the sedan's right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally, but the failure to yield and improper turn caused the crash. No pedestrian fault or helmet use was noted as contributing factors.
13
Turning SUV Strikes Elderly Woman in Crosswalk▸Jun 13 - A 78-year-old woman, crossing with the signal at East 93rd and 2nd Avenue, was struck and killed by a left-turning SUV. The impact crushed her body. She died there, in the street, beneath the gray June sky.
According to the police report, a 78-year-old woman was crossing 2nd Avenue at East 93rd Street with the pedestrian signal when she was struck by a southbound SUV making a left turn. The report states the point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, which caused fatal crush injuries to the pedestrian's entire body. The driver was cited for 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' a critical error that directly contributed to the collision. The woman was in the crosswalk, obeying the signal, when the SUV turned into her path. The police report lists no contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, underscoring that driver inattention and failure to yield were the sole causes named in the official account.
11
Cargo Van Backs Into Pedestrian on East 65 Street▸Jun 11 - A cargo van backing unsafely struck a 41-year-old woman crossing East 65 Street. The driver’s inattention caused the collision. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock, complaining of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, at 9:22 a.m. on East 65 Street, a Ford cargo van traveling south was parked and then backed unsafely. The driver, a licensed male from New York, failed to notice a 41-year-old female pedestrian crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The report cites 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factors. The pedestrian was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot area, was not ejected, and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The vehicle sustained no damage. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver errors during vehicle backing maneuvers in pedestrian areas.
9
Left Turn Crash Injures Passenger on East 96th▸Jun 9 - Two sedans collided at East 96th and 3rd. A 24-year-old woman in the Chevrolet took a hard hit to her knee and leg. Police cite failure to yield. Both cars’ front ends smashed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a Nissan sedan heading west struck a Chevrolet sedan making a left turn at East 96th Street and 3rd Avenue in Manhattan. The Chevrolet’s right front bumper and the Nissan’s center front end took the impact. A 24-year-old female passenger in the Chevrolet suffered contusions and bruises to her knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No victim actions or other contributing factors were cited. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash left both vehicles damaged and a passenger hurt.
8
Pedestrian Struck Crossing East 96 Street▸Jun 8 - A 28-year-old woman was injured crossing East 96 Street outside a crosswalk. A pickup truck traveling west struck her, causing fractures and dislocations to her lower leg. The driver showed no vehicle damage and was going straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing East 96 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan at 13:19. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when she was struck by a 2015 Toyota pickup truck traveling westbound. The report notes the pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The pickup truck driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The vehicle sustained no damage, and the point of impact showed no damage as well. No specific contributing factors were listed for the driver or pedestrian, but the pedestrian’s crossing outside a crosswalk is noted. The data highlights the danger posed by vehicle movement in areas where pedestrians cross unsignalized streets.
8
Congestion Pricing Paused: $500M Infrastructure Sits Idle, Powers Responds▸Jun 8 - Congestion pricing is on ice. Cameras and sensors gather dust. The MTA’s budget hangs in limbo. Councilman Keith Powers urges repurposing the tech for speed and red-light cameras. No plan emerges. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay dangerous. The clock ticks.
On June 8, 2024, New York’s congestion pricing program was paused indefinitely, leaving $500 million in installed infrastructure unused. The matter, titled "$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure," highlights the lack of contingency plans from the MTA and Governor Hochul. Councilman Keith Powers (District 4), a supporter of congestion pricing, called for repurposing the equipment for red-light, speed, and noise camera enforcement, and tracking vehicles with fake or obscured plates. Critics, including Vito Fosella and Joe Borelli, questioned the process and future use of the equipment. The indefinite pause leaves the MTA’s capital projects unfunded and vulnerable road users exposed, as enforcement tools sit idle and no alternative safety measures are in place.
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$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-08
7S 8607
Bores votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7A 7652
Bores votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 9752
Krueger votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 9752
Krueger votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 8607
Seawright votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7A 7652
Seawright votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
6
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on East 72 Street▸Jun 6 - A bicyclist was injured after an SUV struck him on East 72 Street in Manhattan. The rider was partially ejected and suffered chest injuries. Limited visibility contributed to the crash, underscoring dangers posed by obstructed views in busy city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:19 PM on East 72 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained chest injuries classified as severity level 3. The bicyclist was conscious and injured internally. The collision involved a 2022 Toyota SUV traveling east and the bicyclist traveling south. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report identifies 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both parties, indicating that limited visibility played a critical role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing instead on the systemic danger of obstructed views leading to this collision.
6
Krueger Condemns Delay as Harmful to Traffic Safety▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul pulled the plug on congestion pricing just weeks before rollout. The move leaves the MTA’s future in limbo. Board members and city officials push back. Billions for transit hang in the balance. No clear plan replaces lost funds.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing, a policy set to start June 30. The delay, announced without legislative action, sparked backlash. MTA Board member Midori Valdivia vowed, 'I'm going to vote yes to congestion pricing, and that it should start as soon as possible.' Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi echoed, 'It needs to happen now.' Senator Liz Krueger called Hochul's move 'a staggering error.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll and business leader Kathy Wylde criticized the governor’s floated payroll tax hike as unfair to city businesses. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay keeps streets clogged and transit underfunded, risking more danger for those outside cars.
-
Two Huge Questions About ‘Gridlock Gov.’ Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Delay,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Criticizes Lack of Alternative Funding for Transit▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul froze Manhattan’s congestion pricing. The $15 billion for subways, buses, and rail hangs in limbo. Riders face broken elevators, old signals, and crowded trains. Streets stay clogged. No plan B. Vulnerable New Yorkers lose safe, reliable transit.
""She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from."" -- Liz Krueger
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul halted New York’s congestion pricing program, which was set to start June 30. The plan, designed to charge most drivers $15 to enter Manhattan below 60th Street, would have funded $15 billion in MTA capital improvements. The bill’s summary warns: 'No plan B for transit investments should congestion pricing not go through.' Senator Liz Krueger, mentioned in the debate, criticized the lack of alternative funding, saying, 'She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from.' The delay leaves critical projects—like subway accessibility, new signals, and electric buses—unfunded. Without this money, vulnerable riders face more delays, breakdowns, and unsafe conditions. The City Council and transit advocates express deep disappointment and concern for New York’s future.
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Congestion pricing: $15 BILLION in transit improvements in jeopardy after Hochul halts Manhattan toll plan,
amny.com,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Opposes Payroll Mobility Tax Increase on Workers▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul halted congestion pricing. Lawmakers balked at raising payroll taxes. The MTA’s $15 billion plan now hangs by a thread. Projects stall. Federal funds at risk. Riders, walkers, and cyclists face uncertainty. Albany remains split. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Hochul announced a pause on congestion pricing, sparking confusion in Albany. The state-level response included a rejected proposal to raise the payroll mobility tax (PMT) on NYC businesses to fill the $15 billion gap in the MTA’s capital plan. State Sen. Liz Krueger said, 'Payroll mobility taxes are actually taxes on workers... I do not think we have an appetite for that in the Senate.' Assembly Member Stacey Pheffer Amato, who once voted for congestion pricing, now supports the pause, calling the original vote 'political blackmail.' The MTA’s future projects, including the Second Avenue Subway, are threatened, as federal matching funds require local dollars. Lawmakers remain divided. No clear alternative has emerged. Vulnerable road users are left exposed as transit funding falters.
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Reporter’s Notebook: Where Were You The Day Congestion Pricing Died (Maybe)?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Slams Reckless Congestion Pricing Delay Safety Harm▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul yanked support for congestion pricing weeks before launch. Senator Liz Krueger called it reckless. The move leaves a $15 billion hole in MTA funding. No clear replacement plan. Riders and streets hang in the balance. Gridlock wins.
On June 6, 2024, Senator Liz Krueger (District 28) condemned Governor Hochul’s last-minute reversal on congestion pricing. The policy, approved by the MTA Board and set for June 30, now faces indefinite delay. Krueger called the decision 'a staggering error' that creates a financial crisis for the MTA. The matter at hand: 'Gov. Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing less than a month before it was supposed to start.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll also criticized the governor, rejecting her proposal to hike the payroll mobility tax on city businesses. The MTA’s capital plan now faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as congestion pricing aimed to cut traffic and fund safer transit. The council’s response is clear: the city needs congestion pricing, now.
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Two Huge Questions About 'Gridlock Gov.' Hochul's Congestion Pricing Delay,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2024-06-06
Jun 13 - A 78-year-old woman, crossing with the signal at East 93rd and 2nd Avenue, was struck and killed by a left-turning SUV. The impact crushed her body. She died there, in the street, beneath the gray June sky.
According to the police report, a 78-year-old woman was crossing 2nd Avenue at East 93rd Street with the pedestrian signal when she was struck by a southbound SUV making a left turn. The report states the point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, which caused fatal crush injuries to the pedestrian's entire body. The driver was cited for 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' a critical error that directly contributed to the collision. The woman was in the crosswalk, obeying the signal, when the SUV turned into her path. The police report lists no contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, underscoring that driver inattention and failure to yield were the sole causes named in the official account.
11
Cargo Van Backs Into Pedestrian on East 65 Street▸Jun 11 - A cargo van backing unsafely struck a 41-year-old woman crossing East 65 Street. The driver’s inattention caused the collision. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock, complaining of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, at 9:22 a.m. on East 65 Street, a Ford cargo van traveling south was parked and then backed unsafely. The driver, a licensed male from New York, failed to notice a 41-year-old female pedestrian crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The report cites 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factors. The pedestrian was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot area, was not ejected, and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The vehicle sustained no damage. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver errors during vehicle backing maneuvers in pedestrian areas.
9
Left Turn Crash Injures Passenger on East 96th▸Jun 9 - Two sedans collided at East 96th and 3rd. A 24-year-old woman in the Chevrolet took a hard hit to her knee and leg. Police cite failure to yield. Both cars’ front ends smashed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a Nissan sedan heading west struck a Chevrolet sedan making a left turn at East 96th Street and 3rd Avenue in Manhattan. The Chevrolet’s right front bumper and the Nissan’s center front end took the impact. A 24-year-old female passenger in the Chevrolet suffered contusions and bruises to her knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No victim actions or other contributing factors were cited. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash left both vehicles damaged and a passenger hurt.
8
Pedestrian Struck Crossing East 96 Street▸Jun 8 - A 28-year-old woman was injured crossing East 96 Street outside a crosswalk. A pickup truck traveling west struck her, causing fractures and dislocations to her lower leg. The driver showed no vehicle damage and was going straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing East 96 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan at 13:19. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when she was struck by a 2015 Toyota pickup truck traveling westbound. The report notes the pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The pickup truck driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The vehicle sustained no damage, and the point of impact showed no damage as well. No specific contributing factors were listed for the driver or pedestrian, but the pedestrian’s crossing outside a crosswalk is noted. The data highlights the danger posed by vehicle movement in areas where pedestrians cross unsignalized streets.
8
Congestion Pricing Paused: $500M Infrastructure Sits Idle, Powers Responds▸Jun 8 - Congestion pricing is on ice. Cameras and sensors gather dust. The MTA’s budget hangs in limbo. Councilman Keith Powers urges repurposing the tech for speed and red-light cameras. No plan emerges. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay dangerous. The clock ticks.
On June 8, 2024, New York’s congestion pricing program was paused indefinitely, leaving $500 million in installed infrastructure unused. The matter, titled "$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure," highlights the lack of contingency plans from the MTA and Governor Hochul. Councilman Keith Powers (District 4), a supporter of congestion pricing, called for repurposing the equipment for red-light, speed, and noise camera enforcement, and tracking vehicles with fake or obscured plates. Critics, including Vito Fosella and Joe Borelli, questioned the process and future use of the equipment. The indefinite pause leaves the MTA’s capital projects unfunded and vulnerable road users exposed, as enforcement tools sit idle and no alternative safety measures are in place.
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$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-08
7S 8607
Bores votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7A 7652
Bores votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 9752
Krueger votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 9752
Krueger votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 8607
Seawright votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7A 7652
Seawright votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
6
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on East 72 Street▸Jun 6 - A bicyclist was injured after an SUV struck him on East 72 Street in Manhattan. The rider was partially ejected and suffered chest injuries. Limited visibility contributed to the crash, underscoring dangers posed by obstructed views in busy city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:19 PM on East 72 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained chest injuries classified as severity level 3. The bicyclist was conscious and injured internally. The collision involved a 2022 Toyota SUV traveling east and the bicyclist traveling south. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report identifies 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both parties, indicating that limited visibility played a critical role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing instead on the systemic danger of obstructed views leading to this collision.
6
Krueger Condemns Delay as Harmful to Traffic Safety▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul pulled the plug on congestion pricing just weeks before rollout. The move leaves the MTA’s future in limbo. Board members and city officials push back. Billions for transit hang in the balance. No clear plan replaces lost funds.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing, a policy set to start June 30. The delay, announced without legislative action, sparked backlash. MTA Board member Midori Valdivia vowed, 'I'm going to vote yes to congestion pricing, and that it should start as soon as possible.' Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi echoed, 'It needs to happen now.' Senator Liz Krueger called Hochul's move 'a staggering error.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll and business leader Kathy Wylde criticized the governor’s floated payroll tax hike as unfair to city businesses. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay keeps streets clogged and transit underfunded, risking more danger for those outside cars.
-
Two Huge Questions About ‘Gridlock Gov.’ Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Delay,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Criticizes Lack of Alternative Funding for Transit▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul froze Manhattan’s congestion pricing. The $15 billion for subways, buses, and rail hangs in limbo. Riders face broken elevators, old signals, and crowded trains. Streets stay clogged. No plan B. Vulnerable New Yorkers lose safe, reliable transit.
""She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from."" -- Liz Krueger
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul halted New York’s congestion pricing program, which was set to start June 30. The plan, designed to charge most drivers $15 to enter Manhattan below 60th Street, would have funded $15 billion in MTA capital improvements. The bill’s summary warns: 'No plan B for transit investments should congestion pricing not go through.' Senator Liz Krueger, mentioned in the debate, criticized the lack of alternative funding, saying, 'She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from.' The delay leaves critical projects—like subway accessibility, new signals, and electric buses—unfunded. Without this money, vulnerable riders face more delays, breakdowns, and unsafe conditions. The City Council and transit advocates express deep disappointment and concern for New York’s future.
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Congestion pricing: $15 BILLION in transit improvements in jeopardy after Hochul halts Manhattan toll plan,
amny.com,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Opposes Payroll Mobility Tax Increase on Workers▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul halted congestion pricing. Lawmakers balked at raising payroll taxes. The MTA’s $15 billion plan now hangs by a thread. Projects stall. Federal funds at risk. Riders, walkers, and cyclists face uncertainty. Albany remains split. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Hochul announced a pause on congestion pricing, sparking confusion in Albany. The state-level response included a rejected proposal to raise the payroll mobility tax (PMT) on NYC businesses to fill the $15 billion gap in the MTA’s capital plan. State Sen. Liz Krueger said, 'Payroll mobility taxes are actually taxes on workers... I do not think we have an appetite for that in the Senate.' Assembly Member Stacey Pheffer Amato, who once voted for congestion pricing, now supports the pause, calling the original vote 'political blackmail.' The MTA’s future projects, including the Second Avenue Subway, are threatened, as federal matching funds require local dollars. Lawmakers remain divided. No clear alternative has emerged. Vulnerable road users are left exposed as transit funding falters.
-
Reporter’s Notebook: Where Were You The Day Congestion Pricing Died (Maybe)?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Slams Reckless Congestion Pricing Delay Safety Harm▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul yanked support for congestion pricing weeks before launch. Senator Liz Krueger called it reckless. The move leaves a $15 billion hole in MTA funding. No clear replacement plan. Riders and streets hang in the balance. Gridlock wins.
On June 6, 2024, Senator Liz Krueger (District 28) condemned Governor Hochul’s last-minute reversal on congestion pricing. The policy, approved by the MTA Board and set for June 30, now faces indefinite delay. Krueger called the decision 'a staggering error' that creates a financial crisis for the MTA. The matter at hand: 'Gov. Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing less than a month before it was supposed to start.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll also criticized the governor, rejecting her proposal to hike the payroll mobility tax on city businesses. The MTA’s capital plan now faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as congestion pricing aimed to cut traffic and fund safer transit. The council’s response is clear: the city needs congestion pricing, now.
-
Two Huge Questions About 'Gridlock Gov.' Hochul's Congestion Pricing Delay,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2024-06-06
Jun 11 - A cargo van backing unsafely struck a 41-year-old woman crossing East 65 Street. The driver’s inattention caused the collision. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock, complaining of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, at 9:22 a.m. on East 65 Street, a Ford cargo van traveling south was parked and then backed unsafely. The driver, a licensed male from New York, failed to notice a 41-year-old female pedestrian crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The report cites 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factors. The pedestrian was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot area, was not ejected, and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The vehicle sustained no damage. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver errors during vehicle backing maneuvers in pedestrian areas.
9
Left Turn Crash Injures Passenger on East 96th▸Jun 9 - Two sedans collided at East 96th and 3rd. A 24-year-old woman in the Chevrolet took a hard hit to her knee and leg. Police cite failure to yield. Both cars’ front ends smashed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a Nissan sedan heading west struck a Chevrolet sedan making a left turn at East 96th Street and 3rd Avenue in Manhattan. The Chevrolet’s right front bumper and the Nissan’s center front end took the impact. A 24-year-old female passenger in the Chevrolet suffered contusions and bruises to her knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No victim actions or other contributing factors were cited. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash left both vehicles damaged and a passenger hurt.
8
Pedestrian Struck Crossing East 96 Street▸Jun 8 - A 28-year-old woman was injured crossing East 96 Street outside a crosswalk. A pickup truck traveling west struck her, causing fractures and dislocations to her lower leg. The driver showed no vehicle damage and was going straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing East 96 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan at 13:19. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when she was struck by a 2015 Toyota pickup truck traveling westbound. The report notes the pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The pickup truck driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The vehicle sustained no damage, and the point of impact showed no damage as well. No specific contributing factors were listed for the driver or pedestrian, but the pedestrian’s crossing outside a crosswalk is noted. The data highlights the danger posed by vehicle movement in areas where pedestrians cross unsignalized streets.
8
Congestion Pricing Paused: $500M Infrastructure Sits Idle, Powers Responds▸Jun 8 - Congestion pricing is on ice. Cameras and sensors gather dust. The MTA’s budget hangs in limbo. Councilman Keith Powers urges repurposing the tech for speed and red-light cameras. No plan emerges. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay dangerous. The clock ticks.
On June 8, 2024, New York’s congestion pricing program was paused indefinitely, leaving $500 million in installed infrastructure unused. The matter, titled "$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure," highlights the lack of contingency plans from the MTA and Governor Hochul. Councilman Keith Powers (District 4), a supporter of congestion pricing, called for repurposing the equipment for red-light, speed, and noise camera enforcement, and tracking vehicles with fake or obscured plates. Critics, including Vito Fosella and Joe Borelli, questioned the process and future use of the equipment. The indefinite pause leaves the MTA’s capital projects unfunded and vulnerable road users exposed, as enforcement tools sit idle and no alternative safety measures are in place.
-
$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-08
7S 8607
Bores votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7A 7652
Bores votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 9752
Krueger votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 9752
Krueger votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 8607
Seawright votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7A 7652
Seawright votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
6
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on East 72 Street▸Jun 6 - A bicyclist was injured after an SUV struck him on East 72 Street in Manhattan. The rider was partially ejected and suffered chest injuries. Limited visibility contributed to the crash, underscoring dangers posed by obstructed views in busy city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:19 PM on East 72 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained chest injuries classified as severity level 3. The bicyclist was conscious and injured internally. The collision involved a 2022 Toyota SUV traveling east and the bicyclist traveling south. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report identifies 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both parties, indicating that limited visibility played a critical role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing instead on the systemic danger of obstructed views leading to this collision.
6
Krueger Condemns Delay as Harmful to Traffic Safety▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul pulled the plug on congestion pricing just weeks before rollout. The move leaves the MTA’s future in limbo. Board members and city officials push back. Billions for transit hang in the balance. No clear plan replaces lost funds.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing, a policy set to start June 30. The delay, announced without legislative action, sparked backlash. MTA Board member Midori Valdivia vowed, 'I'm going to vote yes to congestion pricing, and that it should start as soon as possible.' Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi echoed, 'It needs to happen now.' Senator Liz Krueger called Hochul's move 'a staggering error.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll and business leader Kathy Wylde criticized the governor’s floated payroll tax hike as unfair to city businesses. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay keeps streets clogged and transit underfunded, risking more danger for those outside cars.
-
Two Huge Questions About ‘Gridlock Gov.’ Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Delay,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Criticizes Lack of Alternative Funding for Transit▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul froze Manhattan’s congestion pricing. The $15 billion for subways, buses, and rail hangs in limbo. Riders face broken elevators, old signals, and crowded trains. Streets stay clogged. No plan B. Vulnerable New Yorkers lose safe, reliable transit.
""She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from."" -- Liz Krueger
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul halted New York’s congestion pricing program, which was set to start June 30. The plan, designed to charge most drivers $15 to enter Manhattan below 60th Street, would have funded $15 billion in MTA capital improvements. The bill’s summary warns: 'No plan B for transit investments should congestion pricing not go through.' Senator Liz Krueger, mentioned in the debate, criticized the lack of alternative funding, saying, 'She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from.' The delay leaves critical projects—like subway accessibility, new signals, and electric buses—unfunded. Without this money, vulnerable riders face more delays, breakdowns, and unsafe conditions. The City Council and transit advocates express deep disappointment and concern for New York’s future.
-
Congestion pricing: $15 BILLION in transit improvements in jeopardy after Hochul halts Manhattan toll plan,
amny.com,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Opposes Payroll Mobility Tax Increase on Workers▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul halted congestion pricing. Lawmakers balked at raising payroll taxes. The MTA’s $15 billion plan now hangs by a thread. Projects stall. Federal funds at risk. Riders, walkers, and cyclists face uncertainty. Albany remains split. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Hochul announced a pause on congestion pricing, sparking confusion in Albany. The state-level response included a rejected proposal to raise the payroll mobility tax (PMT) on NYC businesses to fill the $15 billion gap in the MTA’s capital plan. State Sen. Liz Krueger said, 'Payroll mobility taxes are actually taxes on workers... I do not think we have an appetite for that in the Senate.' Assembly Member Stacey Pheffer Amato, who once voted for congestion pricing, now supports the pause, calling the original vote 'political blackmail.' The MTA’s future projects, including the Second Avenue Subway, are threatened, as federal matching funds require local dollars. Lawmakers remain divided. No clear alternative has emerged. Vulnerable road users are left exposed as transit funding falters.
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Reporter’s Notebook: Where Were You The Day Congestion Pricing Died (Maybe)?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Slams Reckless Congestion Pricing Delay Safety Harm▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul yanked support for congestion pricing weeks before launch. Senator Liz Krueger called it reckless. The move leaves a $15 billion hole in MTA funding. No clear replacement plan. Riders and streets hang in the balance. Gridlock wins.
On June 6, 2024, Senator Liz Krueger (District 28) condemned Governor Hochul’s last-minute reversal on congestion pricing. The policy, approved by the MTA Board and set for June 30, now faces indefinite delay. Krueger called the decision 'a staggering error' that creates a financial crisis for the MTA. The matter at hand: 'Gov. Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing less than a month before it was supposed to start.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll also criticized the governor, rejecting her proposal to hike the payroll mobility tax on city businesses. The MTA’s capital plan now faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as congestion pricing aimed to cut traffic and fund safer transit. The council’s response is clear: the city needs congestion pricing, now.
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Two Huge Questions About 'Gridlock Gov.' Hochul's Congestion Pricing Delay,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2024-06-06
Jun 9 - Two sedans collided at East 96th and 3rd. A 24-year-old woman in the Chevrolet took a hard hit to her knee and leg. Police cite failure to yield. Both cars’ front ends smashed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a Nissan sedan heading west struck a Chevrolet sedan making a left turn at East 96th Street and 3rd Avenue in Manhattan. The Chevrolet’s right front bumper and the Nissan’s center front end took the impact. A 24-year-old female passenger in the Chevrolet suffered contusions and bruises to her knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No victim actions or other contributing factors were cited. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash left both vehicles damaged and a passenger hurt.
8
Pedestrian Struck Crossing East 96 Street▸Jun 8 - A 28-year-old woman was injured crossing East 96 Street outside a crosswalk. A pickup truck traveling west struck her, causing fractures and dislocations to her lower leg. The driver showed no vehicle damage and was going straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing East 96 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan at 13:19. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when she was struck by a 2015 Toyota pickup truck traveling westbound. The report notes the pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The pickup truck driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The vehicle sustained no damage, and the point of impact showed no damage as well. No specific contributing factors were listed for the driver or pedestrian, but the pedestrian’s crossing outside a crosswalk is noted. The data highlights the danger posed by vehicle movement in areas where pedestrians cross unsignalized streets.
8
Congestion Pricing Paused: $500M Infrastructure Sits Idle, Powers Responds▸Jun 8 - Congestion pricing is on ice. Cameras and sensors gather dust. The MTA’s budget hangs in limbo. Councilman Keith Powers urges repurposing the tech for speed and red-light cameras. No plan emerges. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay dangerous. The clock ticks.
On June 8, 2024, New York’s congestion pricing program was paused indefinitely, leaving $500 million in installed infrastructure unused. The matter, titled "$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure," highlights the lack of contingency plans from the MTA and Governor Hochul. Councilman Keith Powers (District 4), a supporter of congestion pricing, called for repurposing the equipment for red-light, speed, and noise camera enforcement, and tracking vehicles with fake or obscured plates. Critics, including Vito Fosella and Joe Borelli, questioned the process and future use of the equipment. The indefinite pause leaves the MTA’s capital projects unfunded and vulnerable road users exposed, as enforcement tools sit idle and no alternative safety measures are in place.
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$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-08
7S 8607
Bores votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7A 7652
Bores votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 9752
Krueger votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 9752
Krueger votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 8607
Seawright votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7A 7652
Seawright votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
6
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on East 72 Street▸Jun 6 - A bicyclist was injured after an SUV struck him on East 72 Street in Manhattan. The rider was partially ejected and suffered chest injuries. Limited visibility contributed to the crash, underscoring dangers posed by obstructed views in busy city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:19 PM on East 72 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained chest injuries classified as severity level 3. The bicyclist was conscious and injured internally. The collision involved a 2022 Toyota SUV traveling east and the bicyclist traveling south. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report identifies 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both parties, indicating that limited visibility played a critical role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing instead on the systemic danger of obstructed views leading to this collision.
6
Krueger Condemns Delay as Harmful to Traffic Safety▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul pulled the plug on congestion pricing just weeks before rollout. The move leaves the MTA’s future in limbo. Board members and city officials push back. Billions for transit hang in the balance. No clear plan replaces lost funds.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing, a policy set to start June 30. The delay, announced without legislative action, sparked backlash. MTA Board member Midori Valdivia vowed, 'I'm going to vote yes to congestion pricing, and that it should start as soon as possible.' Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi echoed, 'It needs to happen now.' Senator Liz Krueger called Hochul's move 'a staggering error.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll and business leader Kathy Wylde criticized the governor’s floated payroll tax hike as unfair to city businesses. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay keeps streets clogged and transit underfunded, risking more danger for those outside cars.
-
Two Huge Questions About ‘Gridlock Gov.’ Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Delay,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Criticizes Lack of Alternative Funding for Transit▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul froze Manhattan’s congestion pricing. The $15 billion for subways, buses, and rail hangs in limbo. Riders face broken elevators, old signals, and crowded trains. Streets stay clogged. No plan B. Vulnerable New Yorkers lose safe, reliable transit.
""She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from."" -- Liz Krueger
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul halted New York’s congestion pricing program, which was set to start June 30. The plan, designed to charge most drivers $15 to enter Manhattan below 60th Street, would have funded $15 billion in MTA capital improvements. The bill’s summary warns: 'No plan B for transit investments should congestion pricing not go through.' Senator Liz Krueger, mentioned in the debate, criticized the lack of alternative funding, saying, 'She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from.' The delay leaves critical projects—like subway accessibility, new signals, and electric buses—unfunded. Without this money, vulnerable riders face more delays, breakdowns, and unsafe conditions. The City Council and transit advocates express deep disappointment and concern for New York’s future.
-
Congestion pricing: $15 BILLION in transit improvements in jeopardy after Hochul halts Manhattan toll plan,
amny.com,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Opposes Payroll Mobility Tax Increase on Workers▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul halted congestion pricing. Lawmakers balked at raising payroll taxes. The MTA’s $15 billion plan now hangs by a thread. Projects stall. Federal funds at risk. Riders, walkers, and cyclists face uncertainty. Albany remains split. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Hochul announced a pause on congestion pricing, sparking confusion in Albany. The state-level response included a rejected proposal to raise the payroll mobility tax (PMT) on NYC businesses to fill the $15 billion gap in the MTA’s capital plan. State Sen. Liz Krueger said, 'Payroll mobility taxes are actually taxes on workers... I do not think we have an appetite for that in the Senate.' Assembly Member Stacey Pheffer Amato, who once voted for congestion pricing, now supports the pause, calling the original vote 'political blackmail.' The MTA’s future projects, including the Second Avenue Subway, are threatened, as federal matching funds require local dollars. Lawmakers remain divided. No clear alternative has emerged. Vulnerable road users are left exposed as transit funding falters.
-
Reporter’s Notebook: Where Were You The Day Congestion Pricing Died (Maybe)?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Slams Reckless Congestion Pricing Delay Safety Harm▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul yanked support for congestion pricing weeks before launch. Senator Liz Krueger called it reckless. The move leaves a $15 billion hole in MTA funding. No clear replacement plan. Riders and streets hang in the balance. Gridlock wins.
On June 6, 2024, Senator Liz Krueger (District 28) condemned Governor Hochul’s last-minute reversal on congestion pricing. The policy, approved by the MTA Board and set for June 30, now faces indefinite delay. Krueger called the decision 'a staggering error' that creates a financial crisis for the MTA. The matter at hand: 'Gov. Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing less than a month before it was supposed to start.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll also criticized the governor, rejecting her proposal to hike the payroll mobility tax on city businesses. The MTA’s capital plan now faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as congestion pricing aimed to cut traffic and fund safer transit. The council’s response is clear: the city needs congestion pricing, now.
-
Two Huge Questions About 'Gridlock Gov.' Hochul's Congestion Pricing Delay,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2024-06-06
Jun 8 - A 28-year-old woman was injured crossing East 96 Street outside a crosswalk. A pickup truck traveling west struck her, causing fractures and dislocations to her lower leg. The driver showed no vehicle damage and was going straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing East 96 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan at 13:19. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when she was struck by a 2015 Toyota pickup truck traveling westbound. The report notes the pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The pickup truck driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The vehicle sustained no damage, and the point of impact showed no damage as well. No specific contributing factors were listed for the driver or pedestrian, but the pedestrian’s crossing outside a crosswalk is noted. The data highlights the danger posed by vehicle movement in areas where pedestrians cross unsignalized streets.
8
Congestion Pricing Paused: $500M Infrastructure Sits Idle, Powers Responds▸Jun 8 - Congestion pricing is on ice. Cameras and sensors gather dust. The MTA’s budget hangs in limbo. Councilman Keith Powers urges repurposing the tech for speed and red-light cameras. No plan emerges. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay dangerous. The clock ticks.
On June 8, 2024, New York’s congestion pricing program was paused indefinitely, leaving $500 million in installed infrastructure unused. The matter, titled "$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure," highlights the lack of contingency plans from the MTA and Governor Hochul. Councilman Keith Powers (District 4), a supporter of congestion pricing, called for repurposing the equipment for red-light, speed, and noise camera enforcement, and tracking vehicles with fake or obscured plates. Critics, including Vito Fosella and Joe Borelli, questioned the process and future use of the equipment. The indefinite pause leaves the MTA’s capital projects unfunded and vulnerable road users exposed, as enforcement tools sit idle and no alternative safety measures are in place.
-
$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-08
7S 8607
Bores votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7A 7652
Bores votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 9752
Krueger votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 9752
Krueger votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 8607
Seawright votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7A 7652
Seawright votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
6
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on East 72 Street▸Jun 6 - A bicyclist was injured after an SUV struck him on East 72 Street in Manhattan. The rider was partially ejected and suffered chest injuries. Limited visibility contributed to the crash, underscoring dangers posed by obstructed views in busy city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:19 PM on East 72 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained chest injuries classified as severity level 3. The bicyclist was conscious and injured internally. The collision involved a 2022 Toyota SUV traveling east and the bicyclist traveling south. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report identifies 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both parties, indicating that limited visibility played a critical role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing instead on the systemic danger of obstructed views leading to this collision.
6
Krueger Condemns Delay as Harmful to Traffic Safety▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul pulled the plug on congestion pricing just weeks before rollout. The move leaves the MTA’s future in limbo. Board members and city officials push back. Billions for transit hang in the balance. No clear plan replaces lost funds.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing, a policy set to start June 30. The delay, announced without legislative action, sparked backlash. MTA Board member Midori Valdivia vowed, 'I'm going to vote yes to congestion pricing, and that it should start as soon as possible.' Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi echoed, 'It needs to happen now.' Senator Liz Krueger called Hochul's move 'a staggering error.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll and business leader Kathy Wylde criticized the governor’s floated payroll tax hike as unfair to city businesses. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay keeps streets clogged and transit underfunded, risking more danger for those outside cars.
-
Two Huge Questions About ‘Gridlock Gov.’ Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Delay,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Criticizes Lack of Alternative Funding for Transit▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul froze Manhattan’s congestion pricing. The $15 billion for subways, buses, and rail hangs in limbo. Riders face broken elevators, old signals, and crowded trains. Streets stay clogged. No plan B. Vulnerable New Yorkers lose safe, reliable transit.
""She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from."" -- Liz Krueger
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul halted New York’s congestion pricing program, which was set to start June 30. The plan, designed to charge most drivers $15 to enter Manhattan below 60th Street, would have funded $15 billion in MTA capital improvements. The bill’s summary warns: 'No plan B for transit investments should congestion pricing not go through.' Senator Liz Krueger, mentioned in the debate, criticized the lack of alternative funding, saying, 'She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from.' The delay leaves critical projects—like subway accessibility, new signals, and electric buses—unfunded. Without this money, vulnerable riders face more delays, breakdowns, and unsafe conditions. The City Council and transit advocates express deep disappointment and concern for New York’s future.
-
Congestion pricing: $15 BILLION in transit improvements in jeopardy after Hochul halts Manhattan toll plan,
amny.com,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Opposes Payroll Mobility Tax Increase on Workers▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul halted congestion pricing. Lawmakers balked at raising payroll taxes. The MTA’s $15 billion plan now hangs by a thread. Projects stall. Federal funds at risk. Riders, walkers, and cyclists face uncertainty. Albany remains split. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Hochul announced a pause on congestion pricing, sparking confusion in Albany. The state-level response included a rejected proposal to raise the payroll mobility tax (PMT) on NYC businesses to fill the $15 billion gap in the MTA’s capital plan. State Sen. Liz Krueger said, 'Payroll mobility taxes are actually taxes on workers... I do not think we have an appetite for that in the Senate.' Assembly Member Stacey Pheffer Amato, who once voted for congestion pricing, now supports the pause, calling the original vote 'political blackmail.' The MTA’s future projects, including the Second Avenue Subway, are threatened, as federal matching funds require local dollars. Lawmakers remain divided. No clear alternative has emerged. Vulnerable road users are left exposed as transit funding falters.
-
Reporter’s Notebook: Where Were You The Day Congestion Pricing Died (Maybe)?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Slams Reckless Congestion Pricing Delay Safety Harm▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul yanked support for congestion pricing weeks before launch. Senator Liz Krueger called it reckless. The move leaves a $15 billion hole in MTA funding. No clear replacement plan. Riders and streets hang in the balance. Gridlock wins.
On June 6, 2024, Senator Liz Krueger (District 28) condemned Governor Hochul’s last-minute reversal on congestion pricing. The policy, approved by the MTA Board and set for June 30, now faces indefinite delay. Krueger called the decision 'a staggering error' that creates a financial crisis for the MTA. The matter at hand: 'Gov. Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing less than a month before it was supposed to start.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll also criticized the governor, rejecting her proposal to hike the payroll mobility tax on city businesses. The MTA’s capital plan now faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as congestion pricing aimed to cut traffic and fund safer transit. The council’s response is clear: the city needs congestion pricing, now.
-
Two Huge Questions About 'Gridlock Gov.' Hochul's Congestion Pricing Delay,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2024-06-06
Jun 8 - Congestion pricing is on ice. Cameras and sensors gather dust. The MTA’s budget hangs in limbo. Councilman Keith Powers urges repurposing the tech for speed and red-light cameras. No plan emerges. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay dangerous. The clock ticks.
On June 8, 2024, New York’s congestion pricing program was paused indefinitely, leaving $500 million in installed infrastructure unused. The matter, titled "$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure," highlights the lack of contingency plans from the MTA and Governor Hochul. Councilman Keith Powers (District 4), a supporter of congestion pricing, called for repurposing the equipment for red-light, speed, and noise camera enforcement, and tracking vehicles with fake or obscured plates. Critics, including Vito Fosella and Joe Borelli, questioned the process and future use of the equipment. The indefinite pause leaves the MTA’s capital projects unfunded and vulnerable road users exposed, as enforcement tools sit idle and no alternative safety measures are in place.
- $500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure, nypost.com, Published 2024-06-08
7S 8607
Bores votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7A 7652
Bores votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 9752
Krueger votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 9752
Krueger votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 8607
Seawright votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7A 7652
Seawright votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
6
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on East 72 Street▸Jun 6 - A bicyclist was injured after an SUV struck him on East 72 Street in Manhattan. The rider was partially ejected and suffered chest injuries. Limited visibility contributed to the crash, underscoring dangers posed by obstructed views in busy city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:19 PM on East 72 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained chest injuries classified as severity level 3. The bicyclist was conscious and injured internally. The collision involved a 2022 Toyota SUV traveling east and the bicyclist traveling south. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report identifies 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both parties, indicating that limited visibility played a critical role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing instead on the systemic danger of obstructed views leading to this collision.
6
Krueger Condemns Delay as Harmful to Traffic Safety▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul pulled the plug on congestion pricing just weeks before rollout. The move leaves the MTA’s future in limbo. Board members and city officials push back. Billions for transit hang in the balance. No clear plan replaces lost funds.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing, a policy set to start June 30. The delay, announced without legislative action, sparked backlash. MTA Board member Midori Valdivia vowed, 'I'm going to vote yes to congestion pricing, and that it should start as soon as possible.' Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi echoed, 'It needs to happen now.' Senator Liz Krueger called Hochul's move 'a staggering error.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll and business leader Kathy Wylde criticized the governor’s floated payroll tax hike as unfair to city businesses. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay keeps streets clogged and transit underfunded, risking more danger for those outside cars.
-
Two Huge Questions About ‘Gridlock Gov.’ Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Delay,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Criticizes Lack of Alternative Funding for Transit▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul froze Manhattan’s congestion pricing. The $15 billion for subways, buses, and rail hangs in limbo. Riders face broken elevators, old signals, and crowded trains. Streets stay clogged. No plan B. Vulnerable New Yorkers lose safe, reliable transit.
""She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from."" -- Liz Krueger
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul halted New York’s congestion pricing program, which was set to start June 30. The plan, designed to charge most drivers $15 to enter Manhattan below 60th Street, would have funded $15 billion in MTA capital improvements. The bill’s summary warns: 'No plan B for transit investments should congestion pricing not go through.' Senator Liz Krueger, mentioned in the debate, criticized the lack of alternative funding, saying, 'She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from.' The delay leaves critical projects—like subway accessibility, new signals, and electric buses—unfunded. Without this money, vulnerable riders face more delays, breakdowns, and unsafe conditions. The City Council and transit advocates express deep disappointment and concern for New York’s future.
-
Congestion pricing: $15 BILLION in transit improvements in jeopardy after Hochul halts Manhattan toll plan,
amny.com,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Opposes Payroll Mobility Tax Increase on Workers▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul halted congestion pricing. Lawmakers balked at raising payroll taxes. The MTA’s $15 billion plan now hangs by a thread. Projects stall. Federal funds at risk. Riders, walkers, and cyclists face uncertainty. Albany remains split. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Hochul announced a pause on congestion pricing, sparking confusion in Albany. The state-level response included a rejected proposal to raise the payroll mobility tax (PMT) on NYC businesses to fill the $15 billion gap in the MTA’s capital plan. State Sen. Liz Krueger said, 'Payroll mobility taxes are actually taxes on workers... I do not think we have an appetite for that in the Senate.' Assembly Member Stacey Pheffer Amato, who once voted for congestion pricing, now supports the pause, calling the original vote 'political blackmail.' The MTA’s future projects, including the Second Avenue Subway, are threatened, as federal matching funds require local dollars. Lawmakers remain divided. No clear alternative has emerged. Vulnerable road users are left exposed as transit funding falters.
-
Reporter’s Notebook: Where Were You The Day Congestion Pricing Died (Maybe)?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Slams Reckless Congestion Pricing Delay Safety Harm▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul yanked support for congestion pricing weeks before launch. Senator Liz Krueger called it reckless. The move leaves a $15 billion hole in MTA funding. No clear replacement plan. Riders and streets hang in the balance. Gridlock wins.
On June 6, 2024, Senator Liz Krueger (District 28) condemned Governor Hochul’s last-minute reversal on congestion pricing. The policy, approved by the MTA Board and set for June 30, now faces indefinite delay. Krueger called the decision 'a staggering error' that creates a financial crisis for the MTA. The matter at hand: 'Gov. Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing less than a month before it was supposed to start.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll also criticized the governor, rejecting her proposal to hike the payroll mobility tax on city businesses. The MTA’s capital plan now faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as congestion pricing aimed to cut traffic and fund safer transit. The council’s response is clear: the city needs congestion pricing, now.
-
Two Huge Questions About 'Gridlock Gov.' Hochul's Congestion Pricing Delay,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2024-06-06
Jun 7 - 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
7A 7652
Bores votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 9752
Krueger votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 9752
Krueger votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 8607
Seawright votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7A 7652
Seawright votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
6
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on East 72 Street▸Jun 6 - A bicyclist was injured after an SUV struck him on East 72 Street in Manhattan. The rider was partially ejected and suffered chest injuries. Limited visibility contributed to the crash, underscoring dangers posed by obstructed views in busy city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:19 PM on East 72 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained chest injuries classified as severity level 3. The bicyclist was conscious and injured internally. The collision involved a 2022 Toyota SUV traveling east and the bicyclist traveling south. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report identifies 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both parties, indicating that limited visibility played a critical role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing instead on the systemic danger of obstructed views leading to this collision.
6
Krueger Condemns Delay as Harmful to Traffic Safety▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul pulled the plug on congestion pricing just weeks before rollout. The move leaves the MTA’s future in limbo. Board members and city officials push back. Billions for transit hang in the balance. No clear plan replaces lost funds.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing, a policy set to start June 30. The delay, announced without legislative action, sparked backlash. MTA Board member Midori Valdivia vowed, 'I'm going to vote yes to congestion pricing, and that it should start as soon as possible.' Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi echoed, 'It needs to happen now.' Senator Liz Krueger called Hochul's move 'a staggering error.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll and business leader Kathy Wylde criticized the governor’s floated payroll tax hike as unfair to city businesses. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay keeps streets clogged and transit underfunded, risking more danger for those outside cars.
-
Two Huge Questions About ‘Gridlock Gov.’ Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Delay,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Criticizes Lack of Alternative Funding for Transit▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul froze Manhattan’s congestion pricing. The $15 billion for subways, buses, and rail hangs in limbo. Riders face broken elevators, old signals, and crowded trains. Streets stay clogged. No plan B. Vulnerable New Yorkers lose safe, reliable transit.
""She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from."" -- Liz Krueger
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul halted New York’s congestion pricing program, which was set to start June 30. The plan, designed to charge most drivers $15 to enter Manhattan below 60th Street, would have funded $15 billion in MTA capital improvements. The bill’s summary warns: 'No plan B for transit investments should congestion pricing not go through.' Senator Liz Krueger, mentioned in the debate, criticized the lack of alternative funding, saying, 'She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from.' The delay leaves critical projects—like subway accessibility, new signals, and electric buses—unfunded. Without this money, vulnerable riders face more delays, breakdowns, and unsafe conditions. The City Council and transit advocates express deep disappointment and concern for New York’s future.
-
Congestion pricing: $15 BILLION in transit improvements in jeopardy after Hochul halts Manhattan toll plan,
amny.com,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Opposes Payroll Mobility Tax Increase on Workers▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul halted congestion pricing. Lawmakers balked at raising payroll taxes. The MTA’s $15 billion plan now hangs by a thread. Projects stall. Federal funds at risk. Riders, walkers, and cyclists face uncertainty. Albany remains split. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Hochul announced a pause on congestion pricing, sparking confusion in Albany. The state-level response included a rejected proposal to raise the payroll mobility tax (PMT) on NYC businesses to fill the $15 billion gap in the MTA’s capital plan. State Sen. Liz Krueger said, 'Payroll mobility taxes are actually taxes on workers... I do not think we have an appetite for that in the Senate.' Assembly Member Stacey Pheffer Amato, who once voted for congestion pricing, now supports the pause, calling the original vote 'political blackmail.' The MTA’s future projects, including the Second Avenue Subway, are threatened, as federal matching funds require local dollars. Lawmakers remain divided. No clear alternative has emerged. Vulnerable road users are left exposed as transit funding falters.
-
Reporter’s Notebook: Where Were You The Day Congestion Pricing Died (Maybe)?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Slams Reckless Congestion Pricing Delay Safety Harm▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul yanked support for congestion pricing weeks before launch. Senator Liz Krueger called it reckless. The move leaves a $15 billion hole in MTA funding. No clear replacement plan. Riders and streets hang in the balance. Gridlock wins.
On June 6, 2024, Senator Liz Krueger (District 28) condemned Governor Hochul’s last-minute reversal on congestion pricing. The policy, approved by the MTA Board and set for June 30, now faces indefinite delay. Krueger called the decision 'a staggering error' that creates a financial crisis for the MTA. The matter at hand: 'Gov. Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing less than a month before it was supposed to start.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll also criticized the governor, rejecting her proposal to hike the payroll mobility tax on city businesses. The MTA’s capital plan now faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as congestion pricing aimed to cut traffic and fund safer transit. The council’s response is clear: the city needs congestion pricing, now.
-
Two Huge Questions About 'Gridlock Gov.' Hochul's Congestion Pricing Delay,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2024-06-06
Jun 7 - 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
7S 9752
Krueger votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 9752
Krueger votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 8607
Seawright votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7A 7652
Seawright votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
6
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on East 72 Street▸Jun 6 - A bicyclist was injured after an SUV struck him on East 72 Street in Manhattan. The rider was partially ejected and suffered chest injuries. Limited visibility contributed to the crash, underscoring dangers posed by obstructed views in busy city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:19 PM on East 72 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained chest injuries classified as severity level 3. The bicyclist was conscious and injured internally. The collision involved a 2022 Toyota SUV traveling east and the bicyclist traveling south. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report identifies 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both parties, indicating that limited visibility played a critical role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing instead on the systemic danger of obstructed views leading to this collision.
6
Krueger Condemns Delay as Harmful to Traffic Safety▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul pulled the plug on congestion pricing just weeks before rollout. The move leaves the MTA’s future in limbo. Board members and city officials push back. Billions for transit hang in the balance. No clear plan replaces lost funds.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing, a policy set to start June 30. The delay, announced without legislative action, sparked backlash. MTA Board member Midori Valdivia vowed, 'I'm going to vote yes to congestion pricing, and that it should start as soon as possible.' Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi echoed, 'It needs to happen now.' Senator Liz Krueger called Hochul's move 'a staggering error.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll and business leader Kathy Wylde criticized the governor’s floated payroll tax hike as unfair to city businesses. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay keeps streets clogged and transit underfunded, risking more danger for those outside cars.
-
Two Huge Questions About ‘Gridlock Gov.’ Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Delay,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Criticizes Lack of Alternative Funding for Transit▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul froze Manhattan’s congestion pricing. The $15 billion for subways, buses, and rail hangs in limbo. Riders face broken elevators, old signals, and crowded trains. Streets stay clogged. No plan B. Vulnerable New Yorkers lose safe, reliable transit.
""She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from."" -- Liz Krueger
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul halted New York’s congestion pricing program, which was set to start June 30. The plan, designed to charge most drivers $15 to enter Manhattan below 60th Street, would have funded $15 billion in MTA capital improvements. The bill’s summary warns: 'No plan B for transit investments should congestion pricing not go through.' Senator Liz Krueger, mentioned in the debate, criticized the lack of alternative funding, saying, 'She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from.' The delay leaves critical projects—like subway accessibility, new signals, and electric buses—unfunded. Without this money, vulnerable riders face more delays, breakdowns, and unsafe conditions. The City Council and transit advocates express deep disappointment and concern for New York’s future.
-
Congestion pricing: $15 BILLION in transit improvements in jeopardy after Hochul halts Manhattan toll plan,
amny.com,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Opposes Payroll Mobility Tax Increase on Workers▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul halted congestion pricing. Lawmakers balked at raising payroll taxes. The MTA’s $15 billion plan now hangs by a thread. Projects stall. Federal funds at risk. Riders, walkers, and cyclists face uncertainty. Albany remains split. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Hochul announced a pause on congestion pricing, sparking confusion in Albany. The state-level response included a rejected proposal to raise the payroll mobility tax (PMT) on NYC businesses to fill the $15 billion gap in the MTA’s capital plan. State Sen. Liz Krueger said, 'Payroll mobility taxes are actually taxes on workers... I do not think we have an appetite for that in the Senate.' Assembly Member Stacey Pheffer Amato, who once voted for congestion pricing, now supports the pause, calling the original vote 'political blackmail.' The MTA’s future projects, including the Second Avenue Subway, are threatened, as federal matching funds require local dollars. Lawmakers remain divided. No clear alternative has emerged. Vulnerable road users are left exposed as transit funding falters.
-
Reporter’s Notebook: Where Were You The Day Congestion Pricing Died (Maybe)?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Slams Reckless Congestion Pricing Delay Safety Harm▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul yanked support for congestion pricing weeks before launch. Senator Liz Krueger called it reckless. The move leaves a $15 billion hole in MTA funding. No clear replacement plan. Riders and streets hang in the balance. Gridlock wins.
On June 6, 2024, Senator Liz Krueger (District 28) condemned Governor Hochul’s last-minute reversal on congestion pricing. The policy, approved by the MTA Board and set for June 30, now faces indefinite delay. Krueger called the decision 'a staggering error' that creates a financial crisis for the MTA. The matter at hand: 'Gov. Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing less than a month before it was supposed to start.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll also criticized the governor, rejecting her proposal to hike the payroll mobility tax on city businesses. The MTA’s capital plan now faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as congestion pricing aimed to cut traffic and fund safer transit. The council’s response is clear: the city needs congestion pricing, now.
-
Two Huge Questions About 'Gridlock Gov.' Hochul's Congestion Pricing Delay,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2024-06-06
Jun 7 - 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
7S 9752
Krueger votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7S 8607
Seawright votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7A 7652
Seawright votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
6
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on East 72 Street▸Jun 6 - A bicyclist was injured after an SUV struck him on East 72 Street in Manhattan. The rider was partially ejected and suffered chest injuries. Limited visibility contributed to the crash, underscoring dangers posed by obstructed views in busy city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:19 PM on East 72 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained chest injuries classified as severity level 3. The bicyclist was conscious and injured internally. The collision involved a 2022 Toyota SUV traveling east and the bicyclist traveling south. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report identifies 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both parties, indicating that limited visibility played a critical role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing instead on the systemic danger of obstructed views leading to this collision.
6
Krueger Condemns Delay as Harmful to Traffic Safety▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul pulled the plug on congestion pricing just weeks before rollout. The move leaves the MTA’s future in limbo. Board members and city officials push back. Billions for transit hang in the balance. No clear plan replaces lost funds.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing, a policy set to start June 30. The delay, announced without legislative action, sparked backlash. MTA Board member Midori Valdivia vowed, 'I'm going to vote yes to congestion pricing, and that it should start as soon as possible.' Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi echoed, 'It needs to happen now.' Senator Liz Krueger called Hochul's move 'a staggering error.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll and business leader Kathy Wylde criticized the governor’s floated payroll tax hike as unfair to city businesses. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay keeps streets clogged and transit underfunded, risking more danger for those outside cars.
-
Two Huge Questions About ‘Gridlock Gov.’ Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Delay,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Criticizes Lack of Alternative Funding for Transit▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul froze Manhattan’s congestion pricing. The $15 billion for subways, buses, and rail hangs in limbo. Riders face broken elevators, old signals, and crowded trains. Streets stay clogged. No plan B. Vulnerable New Yorkers lose safe, reliable transit.
""She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from."" -- Liz Krueger
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul halted New York’s congestion pricing program, which was set to start June 30. The plan, designed to charge most drivers $15 to enter Manhattan below 60th Street, would have funded $15 billion in MTA capital improvements. The bill’s summary warns: 'No plan B for transit investments should congestion pricing not go through.' Senator Liz Krueger, mentioned in the debate, criticized the lack of alternative funding, saying, 'She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from.' The delay leaves critical projects—like subway accessibility, new signals, and electric buses—unfunded. Without this money, vulnerable riders face more delays, breakdowns, and unsafe conditions. The City Council and transit advocates express deep disappointment and concern for New York’s future.
-
Congestion pricing: $15 BILLION in transit improvements in jeopardy after Hochul halts Manhattan toll plan,
amny.com,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Opposes Payroll Mobility Tax Increase on Workers▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul halted congestion pricing. Lawmakers balked at raising payroll taxes. The MTA’s $15 billion plan now hangs by a thread. Projects stall. Federal funds at risk. Riders, walkers, and cyclists face uncertainty. Albany remains split. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Hochul announced a pause on congestion pricing, sparking confusion in Albany. The state-level response included a rejected proposal to raise the payroll mobility tax (PMT) on NYC businesses to fill the $15 billion gap in the MTA’s capital plan. State Sen. Liz Krueger said, 'Payroll mobility taxes are actually taxes on workers... I do not think we have an appetite for that in the Senate.' Assembly Member Stacey Pheffer Amato, who once voted for congestion pricing, now supports the pause, calling the original vote 'political blackmail.' The MTA’s future projects, including the Second Avenue Subway, are threatened, as federal matching funds require local dollars. Lawmakers remain divided. No clear alternative has emerged. Vulnerable road users are left exposed as transit funding falters.
-
Reporter’s Notebook: Where Were You The Day Congestion Pricing Died (Maybe)?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Slams Reckless Congestion Pricing Delay Safety Harm▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul yanked support for congestion pricing weeks before launch. Senator Liz Krueger called it reckless. The move leaves a $15 billion hole in MTA funding. No clear replacement plan. Riders and streets hang in the balance. Gridlock wins.
On June 6, 2024, Senator Liz Krueger (District 28) condemned Governor Hochul’s last-minute reversal on congestion pricing. The policy, approved by the MTA Board and set for June 30, now faces indefinite delay. Krueger called the decision 'a staggering error' that creates a financial crisis for the MTA. The matter at hand: 'Gov. Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing less than a month before it was supposed to start.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll also criticized the governor, rejecting her proposal to hike the payroll mobility tax on city businesses. The MTA’s capital plan now faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as congestion pricing aimed to cut traffic and fund safer transit. The council’s response is clear: the city needs congestion pricing, now.
-
Two Huge Questions About 'Gridlock Gov.' Hochul's Congestion Pricing Delay,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2024-06-06
Jun 7 - 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
7S 8607
Seawright votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
7A 7652
Seawright votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
6
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on East 72 Street▸Jun 6 - A bicyclist was injured after an SUV struck him on East 72 Street in Manhattan. The rider was partially ejected and suffered chest injuries. Limited visibility contributed to the crash, underscoring dangers posed by obstructed views in busy city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:19 PM on East 72 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained chest injuries classified as severity level 3. The bicyclist was conscious and injured internally. The collision involved a 2022 Toyota SUV traveling east and the bicyclist traveling south. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report identifies 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both parties, indicating that limited visibility played a critical role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing instead on the systemic danger of obstructed views leading to this collision.
6
Krueger Condemns Delay as Harmful to Traffic Safety▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul pulled the plug on congestion pricing just weeks before rollout. The move leaves the MTA’s future in limbo. Board members and city officials push back. Billions for transit hang in the balance. No clear plan replaces lost funds.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing, a policy set to start June 30. The delay, announced without legislative action, sparked backlash. MTA Board member Midori Valdivia vowed, 'I'm going to vote yes to congestion pricing, and that it should start as soon as possible.' Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi echoed, 'It needs to happen now.' Senator Liz Krueger called Hochul's move 'a staggering error.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll and business leader Kathy Wylde criticized the governor’s floated payroll tax hike as unfair to city businesses. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay keeps streets clogged and transit underfunded, risking more danger for those outside cars.
-
Two Huge Questions About ‘Gridlock Gov.’ Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Delay,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Criticizes Lack of Alternative Funding for Transit▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul froze Manhattan’s congestion pricing. The $15 billion for subways, buses, and rail hangs in limbo. Riders face broken elevators, old signals, and crowded trains. Streets stay clogged. No plan B. Vulnerable New Yorkers lose safe, reliable transit.
""She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from."" -- Liz Krueger
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul halted New York’s congestion pricing program, which was set to start June 30. The plan, designed to charge most drivers $15 to enter Manhattan below 60th Street, would have funded $15 billion in MTA capital improvements. The bill’s summary warns: 'No plan B for transit investments should congestion pricing not go through.' Senator Liz Krueger, mentioned in the debate, criticized the lack of alternative funding, saying, 'She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from.' The delay leaves critical projects—like subway accessibility, new signals, and electric buses—unfunded. Without this money, vulnerable riders face more delays, breakdowns, and unsafe conditions. The City Council and transit advocates express deep disappointment and concern for New York’s future.
-
Congestion pricing: $15 BILLION in transit improvements in jeopardy after Hochul halts Manhattan toll plan,
amny.com,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Opposes Payroll Mobility Tax Increase on Workers▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul halted congestion pricing. Lawmakers balked at raising payroll taxes. The MTA’s $15 billion plan now hangs by a thread. Projects stall. Federal funds at risk. Riders, walkers, and cyclists face uncertainty. Albany remains split. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Hochul announced a pause on congestion pricing, sparking confusion in Albany. The state-level response included a rejected proposal to raise the payroll mobility tax (PMT) on NYC businesses to fill the $15 billion gap in the MTA’s capital plan. State Sen. Liz Krueger said, 'Payroll mobility taxes are actually taxes on workers... I do not think we have an appetite for that in the Senate.' Assembly Member Stacey Pheffer Amato, who once voted for congestion pricing, now supports the pause, calling the original vote 'political blackmail.' The MTA’s future projects, including the Second Avenue Subway, are threatened, as federal matching funds require local dollars. Lawmakers remain divided. No clear alternative has emerged. Vulnerable road users are left exposed as transit funding falters.
-
Reporter’s Notebook: Where Were You The Day Congestion Pricing Died (Maybe)?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Slams Reckless Congestion Pricing Delay Safety Harm▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul yanked support for congestion pricing weeks before launch. Senator Liz Krueger called it reckless. The move leaves a $15 billion hole in MTA funding. No clear replacement plan. Riders and streets hang in the balance. Gridlock wins.
On June 6, 2024, Senator Liz Krueger (District 28) condemned Governor Hochul’s last-minute reversal on congestion pricing. The policy, approved by the MTA Board and set for June 30, now faces indefinite delay. Krueger called the decision 'a staggering error' that creates a financial crisis for the MTA. The matter at hand: 'Gov. Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing less than a month before it was supposed to start.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll also criticized the governor, rejecting her proposal to hike the payroll mobility tax on city businesses. The MTA’s capital plan now faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as congestion pricing aimed to cut traffic and fund safer transit. The council’s response is clear: the city needs congestion pricing, now.
-
Two Huge Questions About 'Gridlock Gov.' Hochul's Congestion Pricing Delay,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2024-06-06
Jun 7 - 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
7A 7652
Seawright votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 7 - 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
6
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on East 72 Street▸Jun 6 - A bicyclist was injured after an SUV struck him on East 72 Street in Manhattan. The rider was partially ejected and suffered chest injuries. Limited visibility contributed to the crash, underscoring dangers posed by obstructed views in busy city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:19 PM on East 72 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained chest injuries classified as severity level 3. The bicyclist was conscious and injured internally. The collision involved a 2022 Toyota SUV traveling east and the bicyclist traveling south. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report identifies 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both parties, indicating that limited visibility played a critical role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing instead on the systemic danger of obstructed views leading to this collision.
6
Krueger Condemns Delay as Harmful to Traffic Safety▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul pulled the plug on congestion pricing just weeks before rollout. The move leaves the MTA’s future in limbo. Board members and city officials push back. Billions for transit hang in the balance. No clear plan replaces lost funds.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing, a policy set to start June 30. The delay, announced without legislative action, sparked backlash. MTA Board member Midori Valdivia vowed, 'I'm going to vote yes to congestion pricing, and that it should start as soon as possible.' Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi echoed, 'It needs to happen now.' Senator Liz Krueger called Hochul's move 'a staggering error.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll and business leader Kathy Wylde criticized the governor’s floated payroll tax hike as unfair to city businesses. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay keeps streets clogged and transit underfunded, risking more danger for those outside cars.
-
Two Huge Questions About ‘Gridlock Gov.’ Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Delay,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Criticizes Lack of Alternative Funding for Transit▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul froze Manhattan’s congestion pricing. The $15 billion for subways, buses, and rail hangs in limbo. Riders face broken elevators, old signals, and crowded trains. Streets stay clogged. No plan B. Vulnerable New Yorkers lose safe, reliable transit.
""She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from."" -- Liz Krueger
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul halted New York’s congestion pricing program, which was set to start June 30. The plan, designed to charge most drivers $15 to enter Manhattan below 60th Street, would have funded $15 billion in MTA capital improvements. The bill’s summary warns: 'No plan B for transit investments should congestion pricing not go through.' Senator Liz Krueger, mentioned in the debate, criticized the lack of alternative funding, saying, 'She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from.' The delay leaves critical projects—like subway accessibility, new signals, and electric buses—unfunded. Without this money, vulnerable riders face more delays, breakdowns, and unsafe conditions. The City Council and transit advocates express deep disappointment and concern for New York’s future.
-
Congestion pricing: $15 BILLION in transit improvements in jeopardy after Hochul halts Manhattan toll plan,
amny.com,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Opposes Payroll Mobility Tax Increase on Workers▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul halted congestion pricing. Lawmakers balked at raising payroll taxes. The MTA’s $15 billion plan now hangs by a thread. Projects stall. Federal funds at risk. Riders, walkers, and cyclists face uncertainty. Albany remains split. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Hochul announced a pause on congestion pricing, sparking confusion in Albany. The state-level response included a rejected proposal to raise the payroll mobility tax (PMT) on NYC businesses to fill the $15 billion gap in the MTA’s capital plan. State Sen. Liz Krueger said, 'Payroll mobility taxes are actually taxes on workers... I do not think we have an appetite for that in the Senate.' Assembly Member Stacey Pheffer Amato, who once voted for congestion pricing, now supports the pause, calling the original vote 'political blackmail.' The MTA’s future projects, including the Second Avenue Subway, are threatened, as federal matching funds require local dollars. Lawmakers remain divided. No clear alternative has emerged. Vulnerable road users are left exposed as transit funding falters.
-
Reporter’s Notebook: Where Were You The Day Congestion Pricing Died (Maybe)?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Slams Reckless Congestion Pricing Delay Safety Harm▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul yanked support for congestion pricing weeks before launch. Senator Liz Krueger called it reckless. The move leaves a $15 billion hole in MTA funding. No clear replacement plan. Riders and streets hang in the balance. Gridlock wins.
On June 6, 2024, Senator Liz Krueger (District 28) condemned Governor Hochul’s last-minute reversal on congestion pricing. The policy, approved by the MTA Board and set for June 30, now faces indefinite delay. Krueger called the decision 'a staggering error' that creates a financial crisis for the MTA. The matter at hand: 'Gov. Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing less than a month before it was supposed to start.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll also criticized the governor, rejecting her proposal to hike the payroll mobility tax on city businesses. The MTA’s capital plan now faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as congestion pricing aimed to cut traffic and fund safer transit. The council’s response is clear: the city needs congestion pricing, now.
-
Two Huge Questions About 'Gridlock Gov.' Hochul's Congestion Pricing Delay,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2024-06-06
Jun 7 - 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
6
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on East 72 Street▸Jun 6 - A bicyclist was injured after an SUV struck him on East 72 Street in Manhattan. The rider was partially ejected and suffered chest injuries. Limited visibility contributed to the crash, underscoring dangers posed by obstructed views in busy city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:19 PM on East 72 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained chest injuries classified as severity level 3. The bicyclist was conscious and injured internally. The collision involved a 2022 Toyota SUV traveling east and the bicyclist traveling south. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report identifies 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both parties, indicating that limited visibility played a critical role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing instead on the systemic danger of obstructed views leading to this collision.
6
Krueger Condemns Delay as Harmful to Traffic Safety▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul pulled the plug on congestion pricing just weeks before rollout. The move leaves the MTA’s future in limbo. Board members and city officials push back. Billions for transit hang in the balance. No clear plan replaces lost funds.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing, a policy set to start June 30. The delay, announced without legislative action, sparked backlash. MTA Board member Midori Valdivia vowed, 'I'm going to vote yes to congestion pricing, and that it should start as soon as possible.' Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi echoed, 'It needs to happen now.' Senator Liz Krueger called Hochul's move 'a staggering error.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll and business leader Kathy Wylde criticized the governor’s floated payroll tax hike as unfair to city businesses. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay keeps streets clogged and transit underfunded, risking more danger for those outside cars.
-
Two Huge Questions About ‘Gridlock Gov.’ Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Delay,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Criticizes Lack of Alternative Funding for Transit▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul froze Manhattan’s congestion pricing. The $15 billion for subways, buses, and rail hangs in limbo. Riders face broken elevators, old signals, and crowded trains. Streets stay clogged. No plan B. Vulnerable New Yorkers lose safe, reliable transit.
""She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from."" -- Liz Krueger
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul halted New York’s congestion pricing program, which was set to start June 30. The plan, designed to charge most drivers $15 to enter Manhattan below 60th Street, would have funded $15 billion in MTA capital improvements. The bill’s summary warns: 'No plan B for transit investments should congestion pricing not go through.' Senator Liz Krueger, mentioned in the debate, criticized the lack of alternative funding, saying, 'She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from.' The delay leaves critical projects—like subway accessibility, new signals, and electric buses—unfunded. Without this money, vulnerable riders face more delays, breakdowns, and unsafe conditions. The City Council and transit advocates express deep disappointment and concern for New York’s future.
-
Congestion pricing: $15 BILLION in transit improvements in jeopardy after Hochul halts Manhattan toll plan,
amny.com,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Opposes Payroll Mobility Tax Increase on Workers▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul halted congestion pricing. Lawmakers balked at raising payroll taxes. The MTA’s $15 billion plan now hangs by a thread. Projects stall. Federal funds at risk. Riders, walkers, and cyclists face uncertainty. Albany remains split. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Hochul announced a pause on congestion pricing, sparking confusion in Albany. The state-level response included a rejected proposal to raise the payroll mobility tax (PMT) on NYC businesses to fill the $15 billion gap in the MTA’s capital plan. State Sen. Liz Krueger said, 'Payroll mobility taxes are actually taxes on workers... I do not think we have an appetite for that in the Senate.' Assembly Member Stacey Pheffer Amato, who once voted for congestion pricing, now supports the pause, calling the original vote 'political blackmail.' The MTA’s future projects, including the Second Avenue Subway, are threatened, as federal matching funds require local dollars. Lawmakers remain divided. No clear alternative has emerged. Vulnerable road users are left exposed as transit funding falters.
-
Reporter’s Notebook: Where Were You The Day Congestion Pricing Died (Maybe)?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Slams Reckless Congestion Pricing Delay Safety Harm▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul yanked support for congestion pricing weeks before launch. Senator Liz Krueger called it reckless. The move leaves a $15 billion hole in MTA funding. No clear replacement plan. Riders and streets hang in the balance. Gridlock wins.
On June 6, 2024, Senator Liz Krueger (District 28) condemned Governor Hochul’s last-minute reversal on congestion pricing. The policy, approved by the MTA Board and set for June 30, now faces indefinite delay. Krueger called the decision 'a staggering error' that creates a financial crisis for the MTA. The matter at hand: 'Gov. Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing less than a month before it was supposed to start.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll also criticized the governor, rejecting her proposal to hike the payroll mobility tax on city businesses. The MTA’s capital plan now faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as congestion pricing aimed to cut traffic and fund safer transit. The council’s response is clear: the city needs congestion pricing, now.
-
Two Huge Questions About 'Gridlock Gov.' Hochul's Congestion Pricing Delay,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2024-06-06
Jun 6 - A bicyclist was injured after an SUV struck him on East 72 Street in Manhattan. The rider was partially ejected and suffered chest injuries. Limited visibility contributed to the crash, underscoring dangers posed by obstructed views in busy city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:19 PM on East 72 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained chest injuries classified as severity level 3. The bicyclist was conscious and injured internally. The collision involved a 2022 Toyota SUV traveling east and the bicyclist traveling south. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report identifies 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both parties, indicating that limited visibility played a critical role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing instead on the systemic danger of obstructed views leading to this collision.
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Krueger Condemns Delay as Harmful to Traffic Safety▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul pulled the plug on congestion pricing just weeks before rollout. The move leaves the MTA’s future in limbo. Board members and city officials push back. Billions for transit hang in the balance. No clear plan replaces lost funds.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing, a policy set to start June 30. The delay, announced without legislative action, sparked backlash. MTA Board member Midori Valdivia vowed, 'I'm going to vote yes to congestion pricing, and that it should start as soon as possible.' Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi echoed, 'It needs to happen now.' Senator Liz Krueger called Hochul's move 'a staggering error.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll and business leader Kathy Wylde criticized the governor’s floated payroll tax hike as unfair to city businesses. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay keeps streets clogged and transit underfunded, risking more danger for those outside cars.
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Two Huge Questions About ‘Gridlock Gov.’ Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Delay,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
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Krueger Criticizes Lack of Alternative Funding for Transit▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul froze Manhattan’s congestion pricing. The $15 billion for subways, buses, and rail hangs in limbo. Riders face broken elevators, old signals, and crowded trains. Streets stay clogged. No plan B. Vulnerable New Yorkers lose safe, reliable transit.
""She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from."" -- Liz Krueger
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul halted New York’s congestion pricing program, which was set to start June 30. The plan, designed to charge most drivers $15 to enter Manhattan below 60th Street, would have funded $15 billion in MTA capital improvements. The bill’s summary warns: 'No plan B for transit investments should congestion pricing not go through.' Senator Liz Krueger, mentioned in the debate, criticized the lack of alternative funding, saying, 'She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from.' The delay leaves critical projects—like subway accessibility, new signals, and electric buses—unfunded. Without this money, vulnerable riders face more delays, breakdowns, and unsafe conditions. The City Council and transit advocates express deep disappointment and concern for New York’s future.
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Congestion pricing: $15 BILLION in transit improvements in jeopardy after Hochul halts Manhattan toll plan,
amny.com,
Published 2024-06-06
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Krueger Opposes Payroll Mobility Tax Increase on Workers▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul halted congestion pricing. Lawmakers balked at raising payroll taxes. The MTA’s $15 billion plan now hangs by a thread. Projects stall. Federal funds at risk. Riders, walkers, and cyclists face uncertainty. Albany remains split. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Hochul announced a pause on congestion pricing, sparking confusion in Albany. The state-level response included a rejected proposal to raise the payroll mobility tax (PMT) on NYC businesses to fill the $15 billion gap in the MTA’s capital plan. State Sen. Liz Krueger said, 'Payroll mobility taxes are actually taxes on workers... I do not think we have an appetite for that in the Senate.' Assembly Member Stacey Pheffer Amato, who once voted for congestion pricing, now supports the pause, calling the original vote 'political blackmail.' The MTA’s future projects, including the Second Avenue Subway, are threatened, as federal matching funds require local dollars. Lawmakers remain divided. No clear alternative has emerged. Vulnerable road users are left exposed as transit funding falters.
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Reporter’s Notebook: Where Were You The Day Congestion Pricing Died (Maybe)?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
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Krueger Slams Reckless Congestion Pricing Delay Safety Harm▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul yanked support for congestion pricing weeks before launch. Senator Liz Krueger called it reckless. The move leaves a $15 billion hole in MTA funding. No clear replacement plan. Riders and streets hang in the balance. Gridlock wins.
On June 6, 2024, Senator Liz Krueger (District 28) condemned Governor Hochul’s last-minute reversal on congestion pricing. The policy, approved by the MTA Board and set for June 30, now faces indefinite delay. Krueger called the decision 'a staggering error' that creates a financial crisis for the MTA. The matter at hand: 'Gov. Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing less than a month before it was supposed to start.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll also criticized the governor, rejecting her proposal to hike the payroll mobility tax on city businesses. The MTA’s capital plan now faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as congestion pricing aimed to cut traffic and fund safer transit. The council’s response is clear: the city needs congestion pricing, now.
-
Two Huge Questions About 'Gridlock Gov.' Hochul's Congestion Pricing Delay,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2024-06-06
Jun 6 - Governor Hochul pulled the plug on congestion pricing just weeks before rollout. The move leaves the MTA’s future in limbo. Board members and city officials push back. Billions for transit hang in the balance. No clear plan replaces lost funds.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing, a policy set to start June 30. The delay, announced without legislative action, sparked backlash. MTA Board member Midori Valdivia vowed, 'I'm going to vote yes to congestion pricing, and that it should start as soon as possible.' Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi echoed, 'It needs to happen now.' Senator Liz Krueger called Hochul's move 'a staggering error.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll and business leader Kathy Wylde criticized the governor’s floated payroll tax hike as unfair to city businesses. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay keeps streets clogged and transit underfunded, risking more danger for those outside cars.
- Two Huge Questions About ‘Gridlock Gov.’ Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Delay, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-06-06
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Krueger Criticizes Lack of Alternative Funding for Transit▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul froze Manhattan’s congestion pricing. The $15 billion for subways, buses, and rail hangs in limbo. Riders face broken elevators, old signals, and crowded trains. Streets stay clogged. No plan B. Vulnerable New Yorkers lose safe, reliable transit.
""She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from."" -- Liz Krueger
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul halted New York’s congestion pricing program, which was set to start June 30. The plan, designed to charge most drivers $15 to enter Manhattan below 60th Street, would have funded $15 billion in MTA capital improvements. The bill’s summary warns: 'No plan B for transit investments should congestion pricing not go through.' Senator Liz Krueger, mentioned in the debate, criticized the lack of alternative funding, saying, 'She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from.' The delay leaves critical projects—like subway accessibility, new signals, and electric buses—unfunded. Without this money, vulnerable riders face more delays, breakdowns, and unsafe conditions. The City Council and transit advocates express deep disappointment and concern for New York’s future.
-
Congestion pricing: $15 BILLION in transit improvements in jeopardy after Hochul halts Manhattan toll plan,
amny.com,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Opposes Payroll Mobility Tax Increase on Workers▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul halted congestion pricing. Lawmakers balked at raising payroll taxes. The MTA’s $15 billion plan now hangs by a thread. Projects stall. Federal funds at risk. Riders, walkers, and cyclists face uncertainty. Albany remains split. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Hochul announced a pause on congestion pricing, sparking confusion in Albany. The state-level response included a rejected proposal to raise the payroll mobility tax (PMT) on NYC businesses to fill the $15 billion gap in the MTA’s capital plan. State Sen. Liz Krueger said, 'Payroll mobility taxes are actually taxes on workers... I do not think we have an appetite for that in the Senate.' Assembly Member Stacey Pheffer Amato, who once voted for congestion pricing, now supports the pause, calling the original vote 'political blackmail.' The MTA’s future projects, including the Second Avenue Subway, are threatened, as federal matching funds require local dollars. Lawmakers remain divided. No clear alternative has emerged. Vulnerable road users are left exposed as transit funding falters.
-
Reporter’s Notebook: Where Were You The Day Congestion Pricing Died (Maybe)?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Slams Reckless Congestion Pricing Delay Safety Harm▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul yanked support for congestion pricing weeks before launch. Senator Liz Krueger called it reckless. The move leaves a $15 billion hole in MTA funding. No clear replacement plan. Riders and streets hang in the balance. Gridlock wins.
On June 6, 2024, Senator Liz Krueger (District 28) condemned Governor Hochul’s last-minute reversal on congestion pricing. The policy, approved by the MTA Board and set for June 30, now faces indefinite delay. Krueger called the decision 'a staggering error' that creates a financial crisis for the MTA. The matter at hand: 'Gov. Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing less than a month before it was supposed to start.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll also criticized the governor, rejecting her proposal to hike the payroll mobility tax on city businesses. The MTA’s capital plan now faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as congestion pricing aimed to cut traffic and fund safer transit. The council’s response is clear: the city needs congestion pricing, now.
-
Two Huge Questions About 'Gridlock Gov.' Hochul's Congestion Pricing Delay,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2024-06-06
Jun 6 - Governor Hochul froze Manhattan’s congestion pricing. The $15 billion for subways, buses, and rail hangs in limbo. Riders face broken elevators, old signals, and crowded trains. Streets stay clogged. No plan B. Vulnerable New Yorkers lose safe, reliable transit.
""She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from."" -- Liz Krueger
On June 6, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul halted New York’s congestion pricing program, which was set to start June 30. The plan, designed to charge most drivers $15 to enter Manhattan below 60th Street, would have funded $15 billion in MTA capital improvements. The bill’s summary warns: 'No plan B for transit investments should congestion pricing not go through.' Senator Liz Krueger, mentioned in the debate, criticized the lack of alternative funding, saying, 'She is not aware of what she is referring to or where she believes that money will come from.' The delay leaves critical projects—like subway accessibility, new signals, and electric buses—unfunded. Without this money, vulnerable riders face more delays, breakdowns, and unsafe conditions. The City Council and transit advocates express deep disappointment and concern for New York’s future.
- Congestion pricing: $15 BILLION in transit improvements in jeopardy after Hochul halts Manhattan toll plan, amny.com, Published 2024-06-06
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Krueger Opposes Payroll Mobility Tax Increase on Workers▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul halted congestion pricing. Lawmakers balked at raising payroll taxes. The MTA’s $15 billion plan now hangs by a thread. Projects stall. Federal funds at risk. Riders, walkers, and cyclists face uncertainty. Albany remains split. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Hochul announced a pause on congestion pricing, sparking confusion in Albany. The state-level response included a rejected proposal to raise the payroll mobility tax (PMT) on NYC businesses to fill the $15 billion gap in the MTA’s capital plan. State Sen. Liz Krueger said, 'Payroll mobility taxes are actually taxes on workers... I do not think we have an appetite for that in the Senate.' Assembly Member Stacey Pheffer Amato, who once voted for congestion pricing, now supports the pause, calling the original vote 'political blackmail.' The MTA’s future projects, including the Second Avenue Subway, are threatened, as federal matching funds require local dollars. Lawmakers remain divided. No clear alternative has emerged. Vulnerable road users are left exposed as transit funding falters.
-
Reporter’s Notebook: Where Were You The Day Congestion Pricing Died (Maybe)?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6
Krueger Slams Reckless Congestion Pricing Delay Safety Harm▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul yanked support for congestion pricing weeks before launch. Senator Liz Krueger called it reckless. The move leaves a $15 billion hole in MTA funding. No clear replacement plan. Riders and streets hang in the balance. Gridlock wins.
On June 6, 2024, Senator Liz Krueger (District 28) condemned Governor Hochul’s last-minute reversal on congestion pricing. The policy, approved by the MTA Board and set for June 30, now faces indefinite delay. Krueger called the decision 'a staggering error' that creates a financial crisis for the MTA. The matter at hand: 'Gov. Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing less than a month before it was supposed to start.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll also criticized the governor, rejecting her proposal to hike the payroll mobility tax on city businesses. The MTA’s capital plan now faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as congestion pricing aimed to cut traffic and fund safer transit. The council’s response is clear: the city needs congestion pricing, now.
-
Two Huge Questions About 'Gridlock Gov.' Hochul's Congestion Pricing Delay,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2024-06-06
Jun 6 - Governor Hochul halted congestion pricing. Lawmakers balked at raising payroll taxes. The MTA’s $15 billion plan now hangs by a thread. Projects stall. Federal funds at risk. Riders, walkers, and cyclists face uncertainty. Albany remains split. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 6, 2024, Governor Hochul announced a pause on congestion pricing, sparking confusion in Albany. The state-level response included a rejected proposal to raise the payroll mobility tax (PMT) on NYC businesses to fill the $15 billion gap in the MTA’s capital plan. State Sen. Liz Krueger said, 'Payroll mobility taxes are actually taxes on workers... I do not think we have an appetite for that in the Senate.' Assembly Member Stacey Pheffer Amato, who once voted for congestion pricing, now supports the pause, calling the original vote 'political blackmail.' The MTA’s future projects, including the Second Avenue Subway, are threatened, as federal matching funds require local dollars. Lawmakers remain divided. No clear alternative has emerged. Vulnerable road users are left exposed as transit funding falters.
- Reporter’s Notebook: Where Were You The Day Congestion Pricing Died (Maybe)?, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-06-06
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Krueger Slams Reckless Congestion Pricing Delay Safety Harm▸Jun 6 - Governor Hochul yanked support for congestion pricing weeks before launch. Senator Liz Krueger called it reckless. The move leaves a $15 billion hole in MTA funding. No clear replacement plan. Riders and streets hang in the balance. Gridlock wins.
On June 6, 2024, Senator Liz Krueger (District 28) condemned Governor Hochul’s last-minute reversal on congestion pricing. The policy, approved by the MTA Board and set for June 30, now faces indefinite delay. Krueger called the decision 'a staggering error' that creates a financial crisis for the MTA. The matter at hand: 'Gov. Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing less than a month before it was supposed to start.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll also criticized the governor, rejecting her proposal to hike the payroll mobility tax on city businesses. The MTA’s capital plan now faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as congestion pricing aimed to cut traffic and fund safer transit. The council’s response is clear: the city needs congestion pricing, now.
-
Two Huge Questions About 'Gridlock Gov.' Hochul's Congestion Pricing Delay,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2024-06-06
Jun 6 - Governor Hochul yanked support for congestion pricing weeks before launch. Senator Liz Krueger called it reckless. The move leaves a $15 billion hole in MTA funding. No clear replacement plan. Riders and streets hang in the balance. Gridlock wins.
On June 6, 2024, Senator Liz Krueger (District 28) condemned Governor Hochul’s last-minute reversal on congestion pricing. The policy, approved by the MTA Board and set for June 30, now faces indefinite delay. Krueger called the decision 'a staggering error' that creates a financial crisis for the MTA. The matter at hand: 'Gov. Hochul revoked her support for congestion pricing less than a month before it was supposed to start.' Assembly Member Robert Carroll also criticized the governor, rejecting her proposal to hike the payroll mobility tax on city businesses. The MTA’s capital plan now faces a $15 billion shortfall, with no replacement funding in sight. The delay leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as congestion pricing aimed to cut traffic and fund safer transit. The council’s response is clear: the city needs congestion pricing, now.
- Two Huge Questions About 'Gridlock Gov.' Hochul's Congestion Pricing Delay, streetsblog.org, Published 2024-06-06