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 8
▸ Crush Injuries 4
▸ Severe Bleeding 11
▸ Severe Lacerations 9
▸ Concussion 15
▸ Whiplash 70
▸ Contusion/Bruise 62
▸ Abrasion 43
▸ Pain/Nausea 16
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.
CloseBronx Streets Bleed—Leaders Stall. Demand Action Now.
Bronx CB8: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025
The Bodies in the Road
A woman steps into the crosswalk at Corlear and West 230th. An SUV turns left. She does not make it to the other side. She is 24. She dies where the light still blinks. In the last twelve months, 2 people have died and 7 more have suffered serious injuries on the streets of Bronx CB8. 336 have been hurt. The numbers are not just numbers. They are broken ribs, crushed skulls, and families left with silence.
The Machines That Kill
SUVs and cars did most of the damage. In three years, SUVs killed three pedestrians and left dozens more bleeding. Trucks, sedans, bikes, and mopeds all played their part. The violence is steady. It does not care about age. Children, the old, the young—no one is spared. The dead do not get to tell their stories. The living carry them.
The Leaders and Their Words
When a city bus nearly plunged off the Henry Hudson Parkway, the wall gave way. The bus was trying to avoid a double-parked car. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, hit the wall, and went through it. Thankfully, nobody was hurt. But the next time, someone will be. Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted that even a very big bus, going slowly, can do a lot of damage, and stressed the importance of enforcing parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car. He pointed out that parking regulations are not being enforced across the city.
Local leaders talk about enforcement. They talk about repairs. They do not talk about speed limits, protected crossings, or the hard work of redesign. The silence is loud. The clock keeps ticking.
The Call to Action
This is not fate. This is policy. Every death is a choice made by someone in power. Call your council member. Demand lower speed limits. Demand protected crossings. Demand action before another name is added to the list.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4596739 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-04
- MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass, NY1, Published 2025-01-17
Other Representatives
District 81
3107 Kingsbridge Ave., Bronx, NY 10463
Room 632, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 11
277 West 231st Street, Bronx, NY 10463
718-549-7300
250 Broadway, Suite 1775, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7080
District 33
2432 Grand Concourse, Suite 506, Bronx, NY 10458
Room 502, Capitol Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Bronx CB8 Bronx Community Board 8 sits in Bronx, Precinct 50, District 11, AD 81, SD 33.
It contains Kingsbridge Heights-Van Cortlandt Village, Kingsbridge-Marble Hill, Riverdale-Spuyten Duyvil.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Bronx Community Board 8
16
Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on Sedgwick Avenue▸Apr 16 - A taxi struck the back of a stopped SUV on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. A 5-year-old passenger in the SUV suffered a head contusion. The driver of the taxi was distracted, causing the collision. The child was restrained and conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Sedgwick Avenue rear-ended a stopped SUV also heading north. The collision impacted the center front end of the taxi and the center back end of the SUV. A 5-year-old female occupant in the SUV, seated in the middle rear seat and secured with a lap belt and harness, sustained a head contusion but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor for the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the crash.
9
Rear-End Crash Injures Child Passenger▸Apr 9 - Two sedans collided on the Major Deegan Expressway. A 12-year-old girl in the rear left seat suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash involved driver distraction. Both vehicles were traveling north when the impact occurred.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on the Major Deegan Expressway collided. The point of impact was the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. A 12-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger seat was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The crash caused damage to both vehicles at the points of impact.
6
SUV Turns Right, Hits Northbound Bicyclist▸Apr 6 - A 22-year-old male bicyclist suffered facial injuries and minor bleeding after a collision with an SUV turning right in the Bronx. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment and was left in shock. Both vehicles struck front to front.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was struck by a westbound SUV making a right turn at Broadway in the Bronx. The collision occurred front to front, causing facial injuries and minor bleeding to the bicyclist, who was not ejected but was in shock. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle during the turn. The report lists no specific contributing factors but notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles to cyclists traveling straight through intersections.
2
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked SUV in Bronx▸Apr 2 - A sedan struck a parked SUV on Broadway in the Bronx. The impact hit the SUV’s center back end. A 33-year-old female rear passenger in the sedan suffered head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Broadway rear-ended a parked SUV. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the SUV. The crash injured a 33-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger position of the sedan. She sustained head injuries and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists the contributing factor as "Other Vehicular" with unspecified additional factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly noted. The injured occupant was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness.
31
Sedan Hits Object in Bronx, Driver Injured▸Mar 31 - A 26-year-old woman driving a sedan northbound in the Bronx suffered injuries after a collision. The vehicle struck an object with its right front bumper. The driver was semiconscious and restrained by a lap belt. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old female driver operating a 2015 sedan northbound in the Bronx collided with an object at the right front bumper. The driver was the sole occupant and was injured, described as semiconscious with an unknown bodily injury severity rated at 3. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no clear driver errors identified. The vehicle sustained damage to the right front bumper. The crash occurred near 5782 Broadway, Bronx, NY.
31
Sedan Hits Parked SUVs, Elderly Driver Hurt▸Mar 31 - Sedan slammed two parked SUVs on Netherland Avenue. Elderly woman behind the wheel took the brunt. Whole body injured. Shock set in. Metal twisted. Street silent.
According to the police report, an 84-year-old woman driving a sedan struck two parked SUVs on Netherland Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan's right front bumper hit the left front quarter panel of one SUV and the left rear quarter panel of another. The driver suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The report lists "Physical Disability" as a contributing factor. Both SUVs were unoccupied and stationary. No ejection occurred. The crash underscores the risks faced by vulnerable road users in multi-vehicle impacts.
28
Truck Lane Change Injures Teen SUV Passenger▸Mar 28 - Truck veered on Major Deegan. Slammed into SUV’s side. Fifteen-year-old girl in back seat took the hit. Head injury. Whiplash. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2019 tractor truck traveling south on the Major Deegan Expressway changed lanes and struck the left side doors of a 2006 SUV moving straight ahead. The impact hit the right rear quarter panel of the truck and the left side of the SUV. A 15-year-old female passenger in the left rear seat of the SUV suffered head injuries and whiplash. She was not ejected and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
21S 4647
Jackson votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Mar 21 - Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
-
File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
21S 4647
Rivera votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Mar 21 - Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
-
File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
21S 775
Rivera votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸Mar 21 - Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.
Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.
-
File S 775,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
19
Two Sedans Collide on Riverdale Avenue▸Mar 19 - Two sedans crashed on Riverdale Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered internal injuries—one to the neck, the other to the head. The collision involved front and rear bumpers. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both men were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Riverdale Avenue collided. One vehicle was stopped in traffic when the other, going straight ahead, struck its left rear bumper with the right front bumper of the second sedan. Both drivers, aged 29 and 38, were injured but remained conscious. The younger driver suffered neck injuries, while the older driver sustained head injuries. Both were restrained by lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
28
SUV Crashes on Henry Hudson Parkway at Unsafe Speed▸Feb 28 - A 41-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash in a solo SUV crash. The vehicle struck the road center front end while traveling north. The driver was semiconscious but restrained by seatbelt and airbag deployment.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old male driver was injured in a single-vehicle crash on Henry Hudson Parkway. The SUV was traveling north when it impacted the center front end, causing head injuries and whiplash to the driver. The driver was semiconscious but not ejected, protected by an airbag and lap belt. Contributing factors listed include unsafe speed and slippery pavement. The report identifies unsafe speed as a driver error that led to the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.
25
SUV Slams Sedan, Injures Toddler on Parkway▸Feb 25 - SUV rear-ends sedan on Henry Hudson Parkway. Two-year-old girl in back seat suffers concussion. Impact crushes SUV’s rear, smashes sedan’s front. Police cite following too closely.
According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV traveling north on Henry Hudson Parkway struck a sedan from behind. The crash left the SUV with center back-end damage and the sedan with right front bumper damage. A two-year-old girl riding in the sedan’s left rear seat was injured, suffering a concussion and injuries to her entire body. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to keep a safe distance. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
21
Two Sedans Collide on West 195 Street▸Feb 21 - Two sedans crashed on West 195 Street in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all conscious. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Damage hit front bumpers and rear quarter panels. No ejections reported.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on West 195 Street in the Bronx at 3:06 p.m. The crash involved four injured occupants: three drivers and one passenger. Injuries included neck and back pain consistent with whiplash, with all victims conscious and not ejected. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the front bumpers and rear quarter panels. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash caused moderate injuries but no fatalities.
17
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Boy at Bronx Intersection▸Feb 17 - A 4-year-old boy suffered a head contusion after being hit by an SUV in the Bronx. The vehicle struck the child with its left front bumper while traveling north. The boy was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a Chevrolet SUV traveling north on Broadway in the Bronx struck a 4-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The pedestrian's actions are unknown, and no safety equipment or helmet was noted. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections in the Bronx.
13
Jackson Champions Safety Boosting Street Redesigns and Curb Reform▸Feb 13 - Council weighs bills to curb traffic violence. Advocates demand daylighting, civilian enforcement, and street redesigns. Open Plans calls for urgent action. Focus: less driving, more protection for walkers and cyclists. The hearing marks a push for safer, saner streets.
On February 14, 2023, the City Council Transportation Committee holds a hearing on Vision Zero. The agenda covers several bills: Intro 415 (dangerous driving study), Intro 555 (school safety signs), Intro 679 (traffic calming near seniors), Intro 805 (pedestrian safety reporting), Intro 854 (annual daylighting), Intro 879 (bollards at sidewalks), and Intro 441 (5 mph on Open Streets). Open Plans' Sara Lind supports daylighting, civilian and automated enforcement, and home rule for speed limit reductions, stating, 'Self-enforcing streets are best.' Jackson Chabot urges street redesigns and curb reform. Both demand immediate action to protect vulnerable road users. The hearing is the first Vision Zero session under the new mayor.
-
From the Assignment Desk: Open Plans Helps Get You Ready for Tuesday’s Council ‘Vision Zero’ Hearing,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Jackson votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Rivera votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
10
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸Feb 10 - A 49-year-old man was hit crossing Marble Hill Avenue in a marked crosswalk. The SUV struck him center front. He suffered a back contusion and remained conscious. No driver errors were specified in the report. The pedestrian was injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Marble Hill Avenue at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a 2019 Dodge SUV traveling northeast struck him with the center front of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained a back contusion and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists no contributing driver errors or violations. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New Mexico. The pedestrian's contributing factors were unspecified. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even in marked crosswalks.
28
Two Sedans Rear-End on Sedgwick Avenue▸Jan 28 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. A six-year-old girl and an infant, both rear passengers, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both children were restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Sedgwick Avenue collided with rear-end impacts. The crash injured two occupants: a six-year-old female in the left rear seat and an infant female in the right rear seat. Both suffered whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. The infant was secured in a child restraint, and the older child wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead at the time of impact. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions that injure vulnerable passengers.
Apr 16 - A taxi struck the back of a stopped SUV on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. A 5-year-old passenger in the SUV suffered a head contusion. The driver of the taxi was distracted, causing the collision. The child was restrained and conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Sedgwick Avenue rear-ended a stopped SUV also heading north. The collision impacted the center front end of the taxi and the center back end of the SUV. A 5-year-old female occupant in the SUV, seated in the middle rear seat and secured with a lap belt and harness, sustained a head contusion but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor for the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the crash.
9
Rear-End Crash Injures Child Passenger▸Apr 9 - Two sedans collided on the Major Deegan Expressway. A 12-year-old girl in the rear left seat suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash involved driver distraction. Both vehicles were traveling north when the impact occurred.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on the Major Deegan Expressway collided. The point of impact was the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. A 12-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger seat was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The crash caused damage to both vehicles at the points of impact.
6
SUV Turns Right, Hits Northbound Bicyclist▸Apr 6 - A 22-year-old male bicyclist suffered facial injuries and minor bleeding after a collision with an SUV turning right in the Bronx. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment and was left in shock. Both vehicles struck front to front.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was struck by a westbound SUV making a right turn at Broadway in the Bronx. The collision occurred front to front, causing facial injuries and minor bleeding to the bicyclist, who was not ejected but was in shock. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle during the turn. The report lists no specific contributing factors but notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles to cyclists traveling straight through intersections.
2
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked SUV in Bronx▸Apr 2 - A sedan struck a parked SUV on Broadway in the Bronx. The impact hit the SUV’s center back end. A 33-year-old female rear passenger in the sedan suffered head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Broadway rear-ended a parked SUV. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the SUV. The crash injured a 33-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger position of the sedan. She sustained head injuries and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists the contributing factor as "Other Vehicular" with unspecified additional factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly noted. The injured occupant was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness.
31
Sedan Hits Object in Bronx, Driver Injured▸Mar 31 - A 26-year-old woman driving a sedan northbound in the Bronx suffered injuries after a collision. The vehicle struck an object with its right front bumper. The driver was semiconscious and restrained by a lap belt. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old female driver operating a 2015 sedan northbound in the Bronx collided with an object at the right front bumper. The driver was the sole occupant and was injured, described as semiconscious with an unknown bodily injury severity rated at 3. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no clear driver errors identified. The vehicle sustained damage to the right front bumper. The crash occurred near 5782 Broadway, Bronx, NY.
31
Sedan Hits Parked SUVs, Elderly Driver Hurt▸Mar 31 - Sedan slammed two parked SUVs on Netherland Avenue. Elderly woman behind the wheel took the brunt. Whole body injured. Shock set in. Metal twisted. Street silent.
According to the police report, an 84-year-old woman driving a sedan struck two parked SUVs on Netherland Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan's right front bumper hit the left front quarter panel of one SUV and the left rear quarter panel of another. The driver suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The report lists "Physical Disability" as a contributing factor. Both SUVs were unoccupied and stationary. No ejection occurred. The crash underscores the risks faced by vulnerable road users in multi-vehicle impacts.
28
Truck Lane Change Injures Teen SUV Passenger▸Mar 28 - Truck veered on Major Deegan. Slammed into SUV’s side. Fifteen-year-old girl in back seat took the hit. Head injury. Whiplash. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2019 tractor truck traveling south on the Major Deegan Expressway changed lanes and struck the left side doors of a 2006 SUV moving straight ahead. The impact hit the right rear quarter panel of the truck and the left side of the SUV. A 15-year-old female passenger in the left rear seat of the SUV suffered head injuries and whiplash. She was not ejected and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
21S 4647
Jackson votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Mar 21 - Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
-
File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
21S 4647
Rivera votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Mar 21 - Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
-
File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
21S 775
Rivera votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸Mar 21 - Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.
Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.
-
File S 775,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
19
Two Sedans Collide on Riverdale Avenue▸Mar 19 - Two sedans crashed on Riverdale Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered internal injuries—one to the neck, the other to the head. The collision involved front and rear bumpers. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both men were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Riverdale Avenue collided. One vehicle was stopped in traffic when the other, going straight ahead, struck its left rear bumper with the right front bumper of the second sedan. Both drivers, aged 29 and 38, were injured but remained conscious. The younger driver suffered neck injuries, while the older driver sustained head injuries. Both were restrained by lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
28
SUV Crashes on Henry Hudson Parkway at Unsafe Speed▸Feb 28 - A 41-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash in a solo SUV crash. The vehicle struck the road center front end while traveling north. The driver was semiconscious but restrained by seatbelt and airbag deployment.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old male driver was injured in a single-vehicle crash on Henry Hudson Parkway. The SUV was traveling north when it impacted the center front end, causing head injuries and whiplash to the driver. The driver was semiconscious but not ejected, protected by an airbag and lap belt. Contributing factors listed include unsafe speed and slippery pavement. The report identifies unsafe speed as a driver error that led to the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.
25
SUV Slams Sedan, Injures Toddler on Parkway▸Feb 25 - SUV rear-ends sedan on Henry Hudson Parkway. Two-year-old girl in back seat suffers concussion. Impact crushes SUV’s rear, smashes sedan’s front. Police cite following too closely.
According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV traveling north on Henry Hudson Parkway struck a sedan from behind. The crash left the SUV with center back-end damage and the sedan with right front bumper damage. A two-year-old girl riding in the sedan’s left rear seat was injured, suffering a concussion and injuries to her entire body. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to keep a safe distance. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
21
Two Sedans Collide on West 195 Street▸Feb 21 - Two sedans crashed on West 195 Street in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all conscious. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Damage hit front bumpers and rear quarter panels. No ejections reported.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on West 195 Street in the Bronx at 3:06 p.m. The crash involved four injured occupants: three drivers and one passenger. Injuries included neck and back pain consistent with whiplash, with all victims conscious and not ejected. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the front bumpers and rear quarter panels. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash caused moderate injuries but no fatalities.
17
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Boy at Bronx Intersection▸Feb 17 - A 4-year-old boy suffered a head contusion after being hit by an SUV in the Bronx. The vehicle struck the child with its left front bumper while traveling north. The boy was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a Chevrolet SUV traveling north on Broadway in the Bronx struck a 4-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The pedestrian's actions are unknown, and no safety equipment or helmet was noted. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections in the Bronx.
13
Jackson Champions Safety Boosting Street Redesigns and Curb Reform▸Feb 13 - Council weighs bills to curb traffic violence. Advocates demand daylighting, civilian enforcement, and street redesigns. Open Plans calls for urgent action. Focus: less driving, more protection for walkers and cyclists. The hearing marks a push for safer, saner streets.
On February 14, 2023, the City Council Transportation Committee holds a hearing on Vision Zero. The agenda covers several bills: Intro 415 (dangerous driving study), Intro 555 (school safety signs), Intro 679 (traffic calming near seniors), Intro 805 (pedestrian safety reporting), Intro 854 (annual daylighting), Intro 879 (bollards at sidewalks), and Intro 441 (5 mph on Open Streets). Open Plans' Sara Lind supports daylighting, civilian and automated enforcement, and home rule for speed limit reductions, stating, 'Self-enforcing streets are best.' Jackson Chabot urges street redesigns and curb reform. Both demand immediate action to protect vulnerable road users. The hearing is the first Vision Zero session under the new mayor.
-
From the Assignment Desk: Open Plans Helps Get You Ready for Tuesday’s Council ‘Vision Zero’ Hearing,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Jackson votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Rivera votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
10
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸Feb 10 - A 49-year-old man was hit crossing Marble Hill Avenue in a marked crosswalk. The SUV struck him center front. He suffered a back contusion and remained conscious. No driver errors were specified in the report. The pedestrian was injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Marble Hill Avenue at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a 2019 Dodge SUV traveling northeast struck him with the center front of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained a back contusion and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists no contributing driver errors or violations. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New Mexico. The pedestrian's contributing factors were unspecified. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even in marked crosswalks.
28
Two Sedans Rear-End on Sedgwick Avenue▸Jan 28 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. A six-year-old girl and an infant, both rear passengers, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both children were restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Sedgwick Avenue collided with rear-end impacts. The crash injured two occupants: a six-year-old female in the left rear seat and an infant female in the right rear seat. Both suffered whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. The infant was secured in a child restraint, and the older child wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead at the time of impact. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions that injure vulnerable passengers.
Apr 9 - Two sedans collided on the Major Deegan Expressway. A 12-year-old girl in the rear left seat suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash involved driver distraction. Both vehicles were traveling north when the impact occurred.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on the Major Deegan Expressway collided. The point of impact was the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. A 12-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger seat was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The crash caused damage to both vehicles at the points of impact.
6
SUV Turns Right, Hits Northbound Bicyclist▸Apr 6 - A 22-year-old male bicyclist suffered facial injuries and minor bleeding after a collision with an SUV turning right in the Bronx. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment and was left in shock. Both vehicles struck front to front.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was struck by a westbound SUV making a right turn at Broadway in the Bronx. The collision occurred front to front, causing facial injuries and minor bleeding to the bicyclist, who was not ejected but was in shock. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle during the turn. The report lists no specific contributing factors but notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles to cyclists traveling straight through intersections.
2
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked SUV in Bronx▸Apr 2 - A sedan struck a parked SUV on Broadway in the Bronx. The impact hit the SUV’s center back end. A 33-year-old female rear passenger in the sedan suffered head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Broadway rear-ended a parked SUV. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the SUV. The crash injured a 33-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger position of the sedan. She sustained head injuries and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists the contributing factor as "Other Vehicular" with unspecified additional factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly noted. The injured occupant was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness.
31
Sedan Hits Object in Bronx, Driver Injured▸Mar 31 - A 26-year-old woman driving a sedan northbound in the Bronx suffered injuries after a collision. The vehicle struck an object with its right front bumper. The driver was semiconscious and restrained by a lap belt. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old female driver operating a 2015 sedan northbound in the Bronx collided with an object at the right front bumper. The driver was the sole occupant and was injured, described as semiconscious with an unknown bodily injury severity rated at 3. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no clear driver errors identified. The vehicle sustained damage to the right front bumper. The crash occurred near 5782 Broadway, Bronx, NY.
31
Sedan Hits Parked SUVs, Elderly Driver Hurt▸Mar 31 - Sedan slammed two parked SUVs on Netherland Avenue. Elderly woman behind the wheel took the brunt. Whole body injured. Shock set in. Metal twisted. Street silent.
According to the police report, an 84-year-old woman driving a sedan struck two parked SUVs on Netherland Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan's right front bumper hit the left front quarter panel of one SUV and the left rear quarter panel of another. The driver suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The report lists "Physical Disability" as a contributing factor. Both SUVs were unoccupied and stationary. No ejection occurred. The crash underscores the risks faced by vulnerable road users in multi-vehicle impacts.
28
Truck Lane Change Injures Teen SUV Passenger▸Mar 28 - Truck veered on Major Deegan. Slammed into SUV’s side. Fifteen-year-old girl in back seat took the hit. Head injury. Whiplash. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2019 tractor truck traveling south on the Major Deegan Expressway changed lanes and struck the left side doors of a 2006 SUV moving straight ahead. The impact hit the right rear quarter panel of the truck and the left side of the SUV. A 15-year-old female passenger in the left rear seat of the SUV suffered head injuries and whiplash. She was not ejected and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
21S 4647
Jackson votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Mar 21 - Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
-
File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
21S 4647
Rivera votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Mar 21 - Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
-
File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
21S 775
Rivera votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸Mar 21 - Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.
Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.
-
File S 775,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
19
Two Sedans Collide on Riverdale Avenue▸Mar 19 - Two sedans crashed on Riverdale Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered internal injuries—one to the neck, the other to the head. The collision involved front and rear bumpers. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both men were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Riverdale Avenue collided. One vehicle was stopped in traffic when the other, going straight ahead, struck its left rear bumper with the right front bumper of the second sedan. Both drivers, aged 29 and 38, were injured but remained conscious. The younger driver suffered neck injuries, while the older driver sustained head injuries. Both were restrained by lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
28
SUV Crashes on Henry Hudson Parkway at Unsafe Speed▸Feb 28 - A 41-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash in a solo SUV crash. The vehicle struck the road center front end while traveling north. The driver was semiconscious but restrained by seatbelt and airbag deployment.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old male driver was injured in a single-vehicle crash on Henry Hudson Parkway. The SUV was traveling north when it impacted the center front end, causing head injuries and whiplash to the driver. The driver was semiconscious but not ejected, protected by an airbag and lap belt. Contributing factors listed include unsafe speed and slippery pavement. The report identifies unsafe speed as a driver error that led to the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.
25
SUV Slams Sedan, Injures Toddler on Parkway▸Feb 25 - SUV rear-ends sedan on Henry Hudson Parkway. Two-year-old girl in back seat suffers concussion. Impact crushes SUV’s rear, smashes sedan’s front. Police cite following too closely.
According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV traveling north on Henry Hudson Parkway struck a sedan from behind. The crash left the SUV with center back-end damage and the sedan with right front bumper damage. A two-year-old girl riding in the sedan’s left rear seat was injured, suffering a concussion and injuries to her entire body. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to keep a safe distance. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
21
Two Sedans Collide on West 195 Street▸Feb 21 - Two sedans crashed on West 195 Street in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all conscious. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Damage hit front bumpers and rear quarter panels. No ejections reported.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on West 195 Street in the Bronx at 3:06 p.m. The crash involved four injured occupants: three drivers and one passenger. Injuries included neck and back pain consistent with whiplash, with all victims conscious and not ejected. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the front bumpers and rear quarter panels. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash caused moderate injuries but no fatalities.
17
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Boy at Bronx Intersection▸Feb 17 - A 4-year-old boy suffered a head contusion after being hit by an SUV in the Bronx. The vehicle struck the child with its left front bumper while traveling north. The boy was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a Chevrolet SUV traveling north on Broadway in the Bronx struck a 4-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The pedestrian's actions are unknown, and no safety equipment or helmet was noted. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections in the Bronx.
13
Jackson Champions Safety Boosting Street Redesigns and Curb Reform▸Feb 13 - Council weighs bills to curb traffic violence. Advocates demand daylighting, civilian enforcement, and street redesigns. Open Plans calls for urgent action. Focus: less driving, more protection for walkers and cyclists. The hearing marks a push for safer, saner streets.
On February 14, 2023, the City Council Transportation Committee holds a hearing on Vision Zero. The agenda covers several bills: Intro 415 (dangerous driving study), Intro 555 (school safety signs), Intro 679 (traffic calming near seniors), Intro 805 (pedestrian safety reporting), Intro 854 (annual daylighting), Intro 879 (bollards at sidewalks), and Intro 441 (5 mph on Open Streets). Open Plans' Sara Lind supports daylighting, civilian and automated enforcement, and home rule for speed limit reductions, stating, 'Self-enforcing streets are best.' Jackson Chabot urges street redesigns and curb reform. Both demand immediate action to protect vulnerable road users. The hearing is the first Vision Zero session under the new mayor.
-
From the Assignment Desk: Open Plans Helps Get You Ready for Tuesday’s Council ‘Vision Zero’ Hearing,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Jackson votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Rivera votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
10
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸Feb 10 - A 49-year-old man was hit crossing Marble Hill Avenue in a marked crosswalk. The SUV struck him center front. He suffered a back contusion and remained conscious. No driver errors were specified in the report. The pedestrian was injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Marble Hill Avenue at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a 2019 Dodge SUV traveling northeast struck him with the center front of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained a back contusion and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists no contributing driver errors or violations. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New Mexico. The pedestrian's contributing factors were unspecified. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even in marked crosswalks.
28
Two Sedans Rear-End on Sedgwick Avenue▸Jan 28 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. A six-year-old girl and an infant, both rear passengers, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both children were restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Sedgwick Avenue collided with rear-end impacts. The crash injured two occupants: a six-year-old female in the left rear seat and an infant female in the right rear seat. Both suffered whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. The infant was secured in a child restraint, and the older child wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead at the time of impact. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions that injure vulnerable passengers.
Apr 6 - A 22-year-old male bicyclist suffered facial injuries and minor bleeding after a collision with an SUV turning right in the Bronx. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment and was left in shock. Both vehicles struck front to front.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was struck by a westbound SUV making a right turn at Broadway in the Bronx. The collision occurred front to front, causing facial injuries and minor bleeding to the bicyclist, who was not ejected but was in shock. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle during the turn. The report lists no specific contributing factors but notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles to cyclists traveling straight through intersections.
2
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked SUV in Bronx▸Apr 2 - A sedan struck a parked SUV on Broadway in the Bronx. The impact hit the SUV’s center back end. A 33-year-old female rear passenger in the sedan suffered head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Broadway rear-ended a parked SUV. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the SUV. The crash injured a 33-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger position of the sedan. She sustained head injuries and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists the contributing factor as "Other Vehicular" with unspecified additional factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly noted. The injured occupant was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness.
31
Sedan Hits Object in Bronx, Driver Injured▸Mar 31 - A 26-year-old woman driving a sedan northbound in the Bronx suffered injuries after a collision. The vehicle struck an object with its right front bumper. The driver was semiconscious and restrained by a lap belt. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old female driver operating a 2015 sedan northbound in the Bronx collided with an object at the right front bumper. The driver was the sole occupant and was injured, described as semiconscious with an unknown bodily injury severity rated at 3. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no clear driver errors identified. The vehicle sustained damage to the right front bumper. The crash occurred near 5782 Broadway, Bronx, NY.
31
Sedan Hits Parked SUVs, Elderly Driver Hurt▸Mar 31 - Sedan slammed two parked SUVs on Netherland Avenue. Elderly woman behind the wheel took the brunt. Whole body injured. Shock set in. Metal twisted. Street silent.
According to the police report, an 84-year-old woman driving a sedan struck two parked SUVs on Netherland Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan's right front bumper hit the left front quarter panel of one SUV and the left rear quarter panel of another. The driver suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The report lists "Physical Disability" as a contributing factor. Both SUVs were unoccupied and stationary. No ejection occurred. The crash underscores the risks faced by vulnerable road users in multi-vehicle impacts.
28
Truck Lane Change Injures Teen SUV Passenger▸Mar 28 - Truck veered on Major Deegan. Slammed into SUV’s side. Fifteen-year-old girl in back seat took the hit. Head injury. Whiplash. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2019 tractor truck traveling south on the Major Deegan Expressway changed lanes and struck the left side doors of a 2006 SUV moving straight ahead. The impact hit the right rear quarter panel of the truck and the left side of the SUV. A 15-year-old female passenger in the left rear seat of the SUV suffered head injuries and whiplash. She was not ejected and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
21S 4647
Jackson votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Mar 21 - Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
-
File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
21S 4647
Rivera votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Mar 21 - Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
-
File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
21S 775
Rivera votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸Mar 21 - Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.
Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.
-
File S 775,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
19
Two Sedans Collide on Riverdale Avenue▸Mar 19 - Two sedans crashed on Riverdale Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered internal injuries—one to the neck, the other to the head. The collision involved front and rear bumpers. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both men were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Riverdale Avenue collided. One vehicle was stopped in traffic when the other, going straight ahead, struck its left rear bumper with the right front bumper of the second sedan. Both drivers, aged 29 and 38, were injured but remained conscious. The younger driver suffered neck injuries, while the older driver sustained head injuries. Both were restrained by lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
28
SUV Crashes on Henry Hudson Parkway at Unsafe Speed▸Feb 28 - A 41-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash in a solo SUV crash. The vehicle struck the road center front end while traveling north. The driver was semiconscious but restrained by seatbelt and airbag deployment.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old male driver was injured in a single-vehicle crash on Henry Hudson Parkway. The SUV was traveling north when it impacted the center front end, causing head injuries and whiplash to the driver. The driver was semiconscious but not ejected, protected by an airbag and lap belt. Contributing factors listed include unsafe speed and slippery pavement. The report identifies unsafe speed as a driver error that led to the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.
25
SUV Slams Sedan, Injures Toddler on Parkway▸Feb 25 - SUV rear-ends sedan on Henry Hudson Parkway. Two-year-old girl in back seat suffers concussion. Impact crushes SUV’s rear, smashes sedan’s front. Police cite following too closely.
According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV traveling north on Henry Hudson Parkway struck a sedan from behind. The crash left the SUV with center back-end damage and the sedan with right front bumper damage. A two-year-old girl riding in the sedan’s left rear seat was injured, suffering a concussion and injuries to her entire body. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to keep a safe distance. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
21
Two Sedans Collide on West 195 Street▸Feb 21 - Two sedans crashed on West 195 Street in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all conscious. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Damage hit front bumpers and rear quarter panels. No ejections reported.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on West 195 Street in the Bronx at 3:06 p.m. The crash involved four injured occupants: three drivers and one passenger. Injuries included neck and back pain consistent with whiplash, with all victims conscious and not ejected. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the front bumpers and rear quarter panels. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash caused moderate injuries but no fatalities.
17
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Boy at Bronx Intersection▸Feb 17 - A 4-year-old boy suffered a head contusion after being hit by an SUV in the Bronx. The vehicle struck the child with its left front bumper while traveling north. The boy was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a Chevrolet SUV traveling north on Broadway in the Bronx struck a 4-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The pedestrian's actions are unknown, and no safety equipment or helmet was noted. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections in the Bronx.
13
Jackson Champions Safety Boosting Street Redesigns and Curb Reform▸Feb 13 - Council weighs bills to curb traffic violence. Advocates demand daylighting, civilian enforcement, and street redesigns. Open Plans calls for urgent action. Focus: less driving, more protection for walkers and cyclists. The hearing marks a push for safer, saner streets.
On February 14, 2023, the City Council Transportation Committee holds a hearing on Vision Zero. The agenda covers several bills: Intro 415 (dangerous driving study), Intro 555 (school safety signs), Intro 679 (traffic calming near seniors), Intro 805 (pedestrian safety reporting), Intro 854 (annual daylighting), Intro 879 (bollards at sidewalks), and Intro 441 (5 mph on Open Streets). Open Plans' Sara Lind supports daylighting, civilian and automated enforcement, and home rule for speed limit reductions, stating, 'Self-enforcing streets are best.' Jackson Chabot urges street redesigns and curb reform. Both demand immediate action to protect vulnerable road users. The hearing is the first Vision Zero session under the new mayor.
-
From the Assignment Desk: Open Plans Helps Get You Ready for Tuesday’s Council ‘Vision Zero’ Hearing,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Jackson votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Rivera votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
10
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸Feb 10 - A 49-year-old man was hit crossing Marble Hill Avenue in a marked crosswalk. The SUV struck him center front. He suffered a back contusion and remained conscious. No driver errors were specified in the report. The pedestrian was injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Marble Hill Avenue at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a 2019 Dodge SUV traveling northeast struck him with the center front of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained a back contusion and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists no contributing driver errors or violations. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New Mexico. The pedestrian's contributing factors were unspecified. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even in marked crosswalks.
28
Two Sedans Rear-End on Sedgwick Avenue▸Jan 28 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. A six-year-old girl and an infant, both rear passengers, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both children were restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Sedgwick Avenue collided with rear-end impacts. The crash injured two occupants: a six-year-old female in the left rear seat and an infant female in the right rear seat. Both suffered whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. The infant was secured in a child restraint, and the older child wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead at the time of impact. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions that injure vulnerable passengers.
Apr 2 - A sedan struck a parked SUV on Broadway in the Bronx. The impact hit the SUV’s center back end. A 33-year-old female rear passenger in the sedan suffered head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Broadway rear-ended a parked SUV. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the SUV. The crash injured a 33-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger position of the sedan. She sustained head injuries and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists the contributing factor as "Other Vehicular" with unspecified additional factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly noted. The injured occupant was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness.
31
Sedan Hits Object in Bronx, Driver Injured▸Mar 31 - A 26-year-old woman driving a sedan northbound in the Bronx suffered injuries after a collision. The vehicle struck an object with its right front bumper. The driver was semiconscious and restrained by a lap belt. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old female driver operating a 2015 sedan northbound in the Bronx collided with an object at the right front bumper. The driver was the sole occupant and was injured, described as semiconscious with an unknown bodily injury severity rated at 3. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no clear driver errors identified. The vehicle sustained damage to the right front bumper. The crash occurred near 5782 Broadway, Bronx, NY.
31
Sedan Hits Parked SUVs, Elderly Driver Hurt▸Mar 31 - Sedan slammed two parked SUVs on Netherland Avenue. Elderly woman behind the wheel took the brunt. Whole body injured. Shock set in. Metal twisted. Street silent.
According to the police report, an 84-year-old woman driving a sedan struck two parked SUVs on Netherland Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan's right front bumper hit the left front quarter panel of one SUV and the left rear quarter panel of another. The driver suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The report lists "Physical Disability" as a contributing factor. Both SUVs were unoccupied and stationary. No ejection occurred. The crash underscores the risks faced by vulnerable road users in multi-vehicle impacts.
28
Truck Lane Change Injures Teen SUV Passenger▸Mar 28 - Truck veered on Major Deegan. Slammed into SUV’s side. Fifteen-year-old girl in back seat took the hit. Head injury. Whiplash. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2019 tractor truck traveling south on the Major Deegan Expressway changed lanes and struck the left side doors of a 2006 SUV moving straight ahead. The impact hit the right rear quarter panel of the truck and the left side of the SUV. A 15-year-old female passenger in the left rear seat of the SUV suffered head injuries and whiplash. She was not ejected and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
21S 4647
Jackson votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Mar 21 - Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
-
File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
21S 4647
Rivera votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Mar 21 - Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
-
File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
21S 775
Rivera votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸Mar 21 - Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.
Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.
-
File S 775,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
19
Two Sedans Collide on Riverdale Avenue▸Mar 19 - Two sedans crashed on Riverdale Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered internal injuries—one to the neck, the other to the head. The collision involved front and rear bumpers. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both men were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Riverdale Avenue collided. One vehicle was stopped in traffic when the other, going straight ahead, struck its left rear bumper with the right front bumper of the second sedan. Both drivers, aged 29 and 38, were injured but remained conscious. The younger driver suffered neck injuries, while the older driver sustained head injuries. Both were restrained by lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
28
SUV Crashes on Henry Hudson Parkway at Unsafe Speed▸Feb 28 - A 41-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash in a solo SUV crash. The vehicle struck the road center front end while traveling north. The driver was semiconscious but restrained by seatbelt and airbag deployment.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old male driver was injured in a single-vehicle crash on Henry Hudson Parkway. The SUV was traveling north when it impacted the center front end, causing head injuries and whiplash to the driver. The driver was semiconscious but not ejected, protected by an airbag and lap belt. Contributing factors listed include unsafe speed and slippery pavement. The report identifies unsafe speed as a driver error that led to the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.
25
SUV Slams Sedan, Injures Toddler on Parkway▸Feb 25 - SUV rear-ends sedan on Henry Hudson Parkway. Two-year-old girl in back seat suffers concussion. Impact crushes SUV’s rear, smashes sedan’s front. Police cite following too closely.
According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV traveling north on Henry Hudson Parkway struck a sedan from behind. The crash left the SUV with center back-end damage and the sedan with right front bumper damage. A two-year-old girl riding in the sedan’s left rear seat was injured, suffering a concussion and injuries to her entire body. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to keep a safe distance. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
21
Two Sedans Collide on West 195 Street▸Feb 21 - Two sedans crashed on West 195 Street in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all conscious. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Damage hit front bumpers and rear quarter panels. No ejections reported.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on West 195 Street in the Bronx at 3:06 p.m. The crash involved four injured occupants: three drivers and one passenger. Injuries included neck and back pain consistent with whiplash, with all victims conscious and not ejected. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the front bumpers and rear quarter panels. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash caused moderate injuries but no fatalities.
17
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Boy at Bronx Intersection▸Feb 17 - A 4-year-old boy suffered a head contusion after being hit by an SUV in the Bronx. The vehicle struck the child with its left front bumper while traveling north. The boy was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a Chevrolet SUV traveling north on Broadway in the Bronx struck a 4-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The pedestrian's actions are unknown, and no safety equipment or helmet was noted. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections in the Bronx.
13
Jackson Champions Safety Boosting Street Redesigns and Curb Reform▸Feb 13 - Council weighs bills to curb traffic violence. Advocates demand daylighting, civilian enforcement, and street redesigns. Open Plans calls for urgent action. Focus: less driving, more protection for walkers and cyclists. The hearing marks a push for safer, saner streets.
On February 14, 2023, the City Council Transportation Committee holds a hearing on Vision Zero. The agenda covers several bills: Intro 415 (dangerous driving study), Intro 555 (school safety signs), Intro 679 (traffic calming near seniors), Intro 805 (pedestrian safety reporting), Intro 854 (annual daylighting), Intro 879 (bollards at sidewalks), and Intro 441 (5 mph on Open Streets). Open Plans' Sara Lind supports daylighting, civilian and automated enforcement, and home rule for speed limit reductions, stating, 'Self-enforcing streets are best.' Jackson Chabot urges street redesigns and curb reform. Both demand immediate action to protect vulnerable road users. The hearing is the first Vision Zero session under the new mayor.
-
From the Assignment Desk: Open Plans Helps Get You Ready for Tuesday’s Council ‘Vision Zero’ Hearing,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Jackson votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Rivera votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
10
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸Feb 10 - A 49-year-old man was hit crossing Marble Hill Avenue in a marked crosswalk. The SUV struck him center front. He suffered a back contusion and remained conscious. No driver errors were specified in the report. The pedestrian was injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Marble Hill Avenue at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a 2019 Dodge SUV traveling northeast struck him with the center front of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained a back contusion and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists no contributing driver errors or violations. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New Mexico. The pedestrian's contributing factors were unspecified. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even in marked crosswalks.
28
Two Sedans Rear-End on Sedgwick Avenue▸Jan 28 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. A six-year-old girl and an infant, both rear passengers, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both children were restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Sedgwick Avenue collided with rear-end impacts. The crash injured two occupants: a six-year-old female in the left rear seat and an infant female in the right rear seat. Both suffered whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. The infant was secured in a child restraint, and the older child wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead at the time of impact. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions that injure vulnerable passengers.
Mar 31 - A 26-year-old woman driving a sedan northbound in the Bronx suffered injuries after a collision. The vehicle struck an object with its right front bumper. The driver was semiconscious and restrained by a lap belt. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old female driver operating a 2015 sedan northbound in the Bronx collided with an object at the right front bumper. The driver was the sole occupant and was injured, described as semiconscious with an unknown bodily injury severity rated at 3. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no clear driver errors identified. The vehicle sustained damage to the right front bumper. The crash occurred near 5782 Broadway, Bronx, NY.
31
Sedan Hits Parked SUVs, Elderly Driver Hurt▸Mar 31 - Sedan slammed two parked SUVs on Netherland Avenue. Elderly woman behind the wheel took the brunt. Whole body injured. Shock set in. Metal twisted. Street silent.
According to the police report, an 84-year-old woman driving a sedan struck two parked SUVs on Netherland Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan's right front bumper hit the left front quarter panel of one SUV and the left rear quarter panel of another. The driver suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The report lists "Physical Disability" as a contributing factor. Both SUVs were unoccupied and stationary. No ejection occurred. The crash underscores the risks faced by vulnerable road users in multi-vehicle impacts.
28
Truck Lane Change Injures Teen SUV Passenger▸Mar 28 - Truck veered on Major Deegan. Slammed into SUV’s side. Fifteen-year-old girl in back seat took the hit. Head injury. Whiplash. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2019 tractor truck traveling south on the Major Deegan Expressway changed lanes and struck the left side doors of a 2006 SUV moving straight ahead. The impact hit the right rear quarter panel of the truck and the left side of the SUV. A 15-year-old female passenger in the left rear seat of the SUV suffered head injuries and whiplash. She was not ejected and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
21S 4647
Jackson votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Mar 21 - Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
-
File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
21S 4647
Rivera votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Mar 21 - Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
-
File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
21S 775
Rivera votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸Mar 21 - Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.
Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.
-
File S 775,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
19
Two Sedans Collide on Riverdale Avenue▸Mar 19 - Two sedans crashed on Riverdale Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered internal injuries—one to the neck, the other to the head. The collision involved front and rear bumpers. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both men were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Riverdale Avenue collided. One vehicle was stopped in traffic when the other, going straight ahead, struck its left rear bumper with the right front bumper of the second sedan. Both drivers, aged 29 and 38, were injured but remained conscious. The younger driver suffered neck injuries, while the older driver sustained head injuries. Both were restrained by lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
28
SUV Crashes on Henry Hudson Parkway at Unsafe Speed▸Feb 28 - A 41-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash in a solo SUV crash. The vehicle struck the road center front end while traveling north. The driver was semiconscious but restrained by seatbelt and airbag deployment.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old male driver was injured in a single-vehicle crash on Henry Hudson Parkway. The SUV was traveling north when it impacted the center front end, causing head injuries and whiplash to the driver. The driver was semiconscious but not ejected, protected by an airbag and lap belt. Contributing factors listed include unsafe speed and slippery pavement. The report identifies unsafe speed as a driver error that led to the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.
25
SUV Slams Sedan, Injures Toddler on Parkway▸Feb 25 - SUV rear-ends sedan on Henry Hudson Parkway. Two-year-old girl in back seat suffers concussion. Impact crushes SUV’s rear, smashes sedan’s front. Police cite following too closely.
According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV traveling north on Henry Hudson Parkway struck a sedan from behind. The crash left the SUV with center back-end damage and the sedan with right front bumper damage. A two-year-old girl riding in the sedan’s left rear seat was injured, suffering a concussion and injuries to her entire body. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to keep a safe distance. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
21
Two Sedans Collide on West 195 Street▸Feb 21 - Two sedans crashed on West 195 Street in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all conscious. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Damage hit front bumpers and rear quarter panels. No ejections reported.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on West 195 Street in the Bronx at 3:06 p.m. The crash involved four injured occupants: three drivers and one passenger. Injuries included neck and back pain consistent with whiplash, with all victims conscious and not ejected. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the front bumpers and rear quarter panels. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash caused moderate injuries but no fatalities.
17
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Boy at Bronx Intersection▸Feb 17 - A 4-year-old boy suffered a head contusion after being hit by an SUV in the Bronx. The vehicle struck the child with its left front bumper while traveling north. The boy was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a Chevrolet SUV traveling north on Broadway in the Bronx struck a 4-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The pedestrian's actions are unknown, and no safety equipment or helmet was noted. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections in the Bronx.
13
Jackson Champions Safety Boosting Street Redesigns and Curb Reform▸Feb 13 - Council weighs bills to curb traffic violence. Advocates demand daylighting, civilian enforcement, and street redesigns. Open Plans calls for urgent action. Focus: less driving, more protection for walkers and cyclists. The hearing marks a push for safer, saner streets.
On February 14, 2023, the City Council Transportation Committee holds a hearing on Vision Zero. The agenda covers several bills: Intro 415 (dangerous driving study), Intro 555 (school safety signs), Intro 679 (traffic calming near seniors), Intro 805 (pedestrian safety reporting), Intro 854 (annual daylighting), Intro 879 (bollards at sidewalks), and Intro 441 (5 mph on Open Streets). Open Plans' Sara Lind supports daylighting, civilian and automated enforcement, and home rule for speed limit reductions, stating, 'Self-enforcing streets are best.' Jackson Chabot urges street redesigns and curb reform. Both demand immediate action to protect vulnerable road users. The hearing is the first Vision Zero session under the new mayor.
-
From the Assignment Desk: Open Plans Helps Get You Ready for Tuesday’s Council ‘Vision Zero’ Hearing,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Jackson votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Rivera votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
10
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸Feb 10 - A 49-year-old man was hit crossing Marble Hill Avenue in a marked crosswalk. The SUV struck him center front. He suffered a back contusion and remained conscious. No driver errors were specified in the report. The pedestrian was injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Marble Hill Avenue at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a 2019 Dodge SUV traveling northeast struck him with the center front of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained a back contusion and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists no contributing driver errors or violations. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New Mexico. The pedestrian's contributing factors were unspecified. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even in marked crosswalks.
28
Two Sedans Rear-End on Sedgwick Avenue▸Jan 28 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. A six-year-old girl and an infant, both rear passengers, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both children were restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Sedgwick Avenue collided with rear-end impacts. The crash injured two occupants: a six-year-old female in the left rear seat and an infant female in the right rear seat. Both suffered whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. The infant was secured in a child restraint, and the older child wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead at the time of impact. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions that injure vulnerable passengers.
Mar 31 - Sedan slammed two parked SUVs on Netherland Avenue. Elderly woman behind the wheel took the brunt. Whole body injured. Shock set in. Metal twisted. Street silent.
According to the police report, an 84-year-old woman driving a sedan struck two parked SUVs on Netherland Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan's right front bumper hit the left front quarter panel of one SUV and the left rear quarter panel of another. The driver suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The report lists "Physical Disability" as a contributing factor. Both SUVs were unoccupied and stationary. No ejection occurred. The crash underscores the risks faced by vulnerable road users in multi-vehicle impacts.
28
Truck Lane Change Injures Teen SUV Passenger▸Mar 28 - Truck veered on Major Deegan. Slammed into SUV’s side. Fifteen-year-old girl in back seat took the hit. Head injury. Whiplash. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2019 tractor truck traveling south on the Major Deegan Expressway changed lanes and struck the left side doors of a 2006 SUV moving straight ahead. The impact hit the right rear quarter panel of the truck and the left side of the SUV. A 15-year-old female passenger in the left rear seat of the SUV suffered head injuries and whiplash. She was not ejected and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
21S 4647
Jackson votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Mar 21 - Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
-
File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
21S 4647
Rivera votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Mar 21 - Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
-
File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
21S 775
Rivera votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸Mar 21 - Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.
Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.
-
File S 775,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
19
Two Sedans Collide on Riverdale Avenue▸Mar 19 - Two sedans crashed on Riverdale Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered internal injuries—one to the neck, the other to the head. The collision involved front and rear bumpers. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both men were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Riverdale Avenue collided. One vehicle was stopped in traffic when the other, going straight ahead, struck its left rear bumper with the right front bumper of the second sedan. Both drivers, aged 29 and 38, were injured but remained conscious. The younger driver suffered neck injuries, while the older driver sustained head injuries. Both were restrained by lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
28
SUV Crashes on Henry Hudson Parkway at Unsafe Speed▸Feb 28 - A 41-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash in a solo SUV crash. The vehicle struck the road center front end while traveling north. The driver was semiconscious but restrained by seatbelt and airbag deployment.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old male driver was injured in a single-vehicle crash on Henry Hudson Parkway. The SUV was traveling north when it impacted the center front end, causing head injuries and whiplash to the driver. The driver was semiconscious but not ejected, protected by an airbag and lap belt. Contributing factors listed include unsafe speed and slippery pavement. The report identifies unsafe speed as a driver error that led to the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.
25
SUV Slams Sedan, Injures Toddler on Parkway▸Feb 25 - SUV rear-ends sedan on Henry Hudson Parkway. Two-year-old girl in back seat suffers concussion. Impact crushes SUV’s rear, smashes sedan’s front. Police cite following too closely.
According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV traveling north on Henry Hudson Parkway struck a sedan from behind. The crash left the SUV with center back-end damage and the sedan with right front bumper damage. A two-year-old girl riding in the sedan’s left rear seat was injured, suffering a concussion and injuries to her entire body. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to keep a safe distance. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
21
Two Sedans Collide on West 195 Street▸Feb 21 - Two sedans crashed on West 195 Street in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all conscious. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Damage hit front bumpers and rear quarter panels. No ejections reported.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on West 195 Street in the Bronx at 3:06 p.m. The crash involved four injured occupants: three drivers and one passenger. Injuries included neck and back pain consistent with whiplash, with all victims conscious and not ejected. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the front bumpers and rear quarter panels. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash caused moderate injuries but no fatalities.
17
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Boy at Bronx Intersection▸Feb 17 - A 4-year-old boy suffered a head contusion after being hit by an SUV in the Bronx. The vehicle struck the child with its left front bumper while traveling north. The boy was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a Chevrolet SUV traveling north on Broadway in the Bronx struck a 4-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The pedestrian's actions are unknown, and no safety equipment or helmet was noted. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections in the Bronx.
13
Jackson Champions Safety Boosting Street Redesigns and Curb Reform▸Feb 13 - Council weighs bills to curb traffic violence. Advocates demand daylighting, civilian enforcement, and street redesigns. Open Plans calls for urgent action. Focus: less driving, more protection for walkers and cyclists. The hearing marks a push for safer, saner streets.
On February 14, 2023, the City Council Transportation Committee holds a hearing on Vision Zero. The agenda covers several bills: Intro 415 (dangerous driving study), Intro 555 (school safety signs), Intro 679 (traffic calming near seniors), Intro 805 (pedestrian safety reporting), Intro 854 (annual daylighting), Intro 879 (bollards at sidewalks), and Intro 441 (5 mph on Open Streets). Open Plans' Sara Lind supports daylighting, civilian and automated enforcement, and home rule for speed limit reductions, stating, 'Self-enforcing streets are best.' Jackson Chabot urges street redesigns and curb reform. Both demand immediate action to protect vulnerable road users. The hearing is the first Vision Zero session under the new mayor.
-
From the Assignment Desk: Open Plans Helps Get You Ready for Tuesday’s Council ‘Vision Zero’ Hearing,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Jackson votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Rivera votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
10
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸Feb 10 - A 49-year-old man was hit crossing Marble Hill Avenue in a marked crosswalk. The SUV struck him center front. He suffered a back contusion and remained conscious. No driver errors were specified in the report. The pedestrian was injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Marble Hill Avenue at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a 2019 Dodge SUV traveling northeast struck him with the center front of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained a back contusion and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists no contributing driver errors or violations. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New Mexico. The pedestrian's contributing factors were unspecified. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even in marked crosswalks.
28
Two Sedans Rear-End on Sedgwick Avenue▸Jan 28 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. A six-year-old girl and an infant, both rear passengers, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both children were restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Sedgwick Avenue collided with rear-end impacts. The crash injured two occupants: a six-year-old female in the left rear seat and an infant female in the right rear seat. Both suffered whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. The infant was secured in a child restraint, and the older child wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead at the time of impact. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions that injure vulnerable passengers.
Mar 28 - Truck veered on Major Deegan. Slammed into SUV’s side. Fifteen-year-old girl in back seat took the hit. Head injury. Whiplash. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2019 tractor truck traveling south on the Major Deegan Expressway changed lanes and struck the left side doors of a 2006 SUV moving straight ahead. The impact hit the right rear quarter panel of the truck and the left side of the SUV. A 15-year-old female passenger in the left rear seat of the SUV suffered head injuries and whiplash. She was not ejected and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
21S 4647
Jackson votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Mar 21 - Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
-
File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
21S 4647
Rivera votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Mar 21 - Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
-
File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
21S 775
Rivera votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸Mar 21 - Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.
Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.
-
File S 775,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
19
Two Sedans Collide on Riverdale Avenue▸Mar 19 - Two sedans crashed on Riverdale Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered internal injuries—one to the neck, the other to the head. The collision involved front and rear bumpers. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both men were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Riverdale Avenue collided. One vehicle was stopped in traffic when the other, going straight ahead, struck its left rear bumper with the right front bumper of the second sedan. Both drivers, aged 29 and 38, were injured but remained conscious. The younger driver suffered neck injuries, while the older driver sustained head injuries. Both were restrained by lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
28
SUV Crashes on Henry Hudson Parkway at Unsafe Speed▸Feb 28 - A 41-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash in a solo SUV crash. The vehicle struck the road center front end while traveling north. The driver was semiconscious but restrained by seatbelt and airbag deployment.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old male driver was injured in a single-vehicle crash on Henry Hudson Parkway. The SUV was traveling north when it impacted the center front end, causing head injuries and whiplash to the driver. The driver was semiconscious but not ejected, protected by an airbag and lap belt. Contributing factors listed include unsafe speed and slippery pavement. The report identifies unsafe speed as a driver error that led to the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.
25
SUV Slams Sedan, Injures Toddler on Parkway▸Feb 25 - SUV rear-ends sedan on Henry Hudson Parkway. Two-year-old girl in back seat suffers concussion. Impact crushes SUV’s rear, smashes sedan’s front. Police cite following too closely.
According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV traveling north on Henry Hudson Parkway struck a sedan from behind. The crash left the SUV with center back-end damage and the sedan with right front bumper damage. A two-year-old girl riding in the sedan’s left rear seat was injured, suffering a concussion and injuries to her entire body. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to keep a safe distance. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
21
Two Sedans Collide on West 195 Street▸Feb 21 - Two sedans crashed on West 195 Street in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all conscious. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Damage hit front bumpers and rear quarter panels. No ejections reported.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on West 195 Street in the Bronx at 3:06 p.m. The crash involved four injured occupants: three drivers and one passenger. Injuries included neck and back pain consistent with whiplash, with all victims conscious and not ejected. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the front bumpers and rear quarter panels. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash caused moderate injuries but no fatalities.
17
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Boy at Bronx Intersection▸Feb 17 - A 4-year-old boy suffered a head contusion after being hit by an SUV in the Bronx. The vehicle struck the child with its left front bumper while traveling north. The boy was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a Chevrolet SUV traveling north on Broadway in the Bronx struck a 4-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The pedestrian's actions are unknown, and no safety equipment or helmet was noted. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections in the Bronx.
13
Jackson Champions Safety Boosting Street Redesigns and Curb Reform▸Feb 13 - Council weighs bills to curb traffic violence. Advocates demand daylighting, civilian enforcement, and street redesigns. Open Plans calls for urgent action. Focus: less driving, more protection for walkers and cyclists. The hearing marks a push for safer, saner streets.
On February 14, 2023, the City Council Transportation Committee holds a hearing on Vision Zero. The agenda covers several bills: Intro 415 (dangerous driving study), Intro 555 (school safety signs), Intro 679 (traffic calming near seniors), Intro 805 (pedestrian safety reporting), Intro 854 (annual daylighting), Intro 879 (bollards at sidewalks), and Intro 441 (5 mph on Open Streets). Open Plans' Sara Lind supports daylighting, civilian and automated enforcement, and home rule for speed limit reductions, stating, 'Self-enforcing streets are best.' Jackson Chabot urges street redesigns and curb reform. Both demand immediate action to protect vulnerable road users. The hearing is the first Vision Zero session under the new mayor.
-
From the Assignment Desk: Open Plans Helps Get You Ready for Tuesday’s Council ‘Vision Zero’ Hearing,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Jackson votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Rivera votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
10
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸Feb 10 - A 49-year-old man was hit crossing Marble Hill Avenue in a marked crosswalk. The SUV struck him center front. He suffered a back contusion and remained conscious. No driver errors were specified in the report. The pedestrian was injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Marble Hill Avenue at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a 2019 Dodge SUV traveling northeast struck him with the center front of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained a back contusion and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists no contributing driver errors or violations. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New Mexico. The pedestrian's contributing factors were unspecified. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even in marked crosswalks.
28
Two Sedans Rear-End on Sedgwick Avenue▸Jan 28 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. A six-year-old girl and an infant, both rear passengers, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both children were restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Sedgwick Avenue collided with rear-end impacts. The crash injured two occupants: a six-year-old female in the left rear seat and an infant female in the right rear seat. Both suffered whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. The infant was secured in a child restraint, and the older child wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead at the time of impact. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions that injure vulnerable passengers.
Mar 21 - Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
- File S 4647, Open States, Published 2023-03-21
21S 4647
Rivera votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Mar 21 - Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
-
File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
21S 775
Rivera votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸Mar 21 - Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.
Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.
-
File S 775,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
19
Two Sedans Collide on Riverdale Avenue▸Mar 19 - Two sedans crashed on Riverdale Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered internal injuries—one to the neck, the other to the head. The collision involved front and rear bumpers. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both men were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Riverdale Avenue collided. One vehicle was stopped in traffic when the other, going straight ahead, struck its left rear bumper with the right front bumper of the second sedan. Both drivers, aged 29 and 38, were injured but remained conscious. The younger driver suffered neck injuries, while the older driver sustained head injuries. Both were restrained by lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
28
SUV Crashes on Henry Hudson Parkway at Unsafe Speed▸Feb 28 - A 41-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash in a solo SUV crash. The vehicle struck the road center front end while traveling north. The driver was semiconscious but restrained by seatbelt and airbag deployment.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old male driver was injured in a single-vehicle crash on Henry Hudson Parkway. The SUV was traveling north when it impacted the center front end, causing head injuries and whiplash to the driver. The driver was semiconscious but not ejected, protected by an airbag and lap belt. Contributing factors listed include unsafe speed and slippery pavement. The report identifies unsafe speed as a driver error that led to the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.
25
SUV Slams Sedan, Injures Toddler on Parkway▸Feb 25 - SUV rear-ends sedan on Henry Hudson Parkway. Two-year-old girl in back seat suffers concussion. Impact crushes SUV’s rear, smashes sedan’s front. Police cite following too closely.
According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV traveling north on Henry Hudson Parkway struck a sedan from behind. The crash left the SUV with center back-end damage and the sedan with right front bumper damage. A two-year-old girl riding in the sedan’s left rear seat was injured, suffering a concussion and injuries to her entire body. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to keep a safe distance. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
21
Two Sedans Collide on West 195 Street▸Feb 21 - Two sedans crashed on West 195 Street in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all conscious. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Damage hit front bumpers and rear quarter panels. No ejections reported.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on West 195 Street in the Bronx at 3:06 p.m. The crash involved four injured occupants: three drivers and one passenger. Injuries included neck and back pain consistent with whiplash, with all victims conscious and not ejected. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the front bumpers and rear quarter panels. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash caused moderate injuries but no fatalities.
17
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Boy at Bronx Intersection▸Feb 17 - A 4-year-old boy suffered a head contusion after being hit by an SUV in the Bronx. The vehicle struck the child with its left front bumper while traveling north. The boy was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a Chevrolet SUV traveling north on Broadway in the Bronx struck a 4-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The pedestrian's actions are unknown, and no safety equipment or helmet was noted. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections in the Bronx.
13
Jackson Champions Safety Boosting Street Redesigns and Curb Reform▸Feb 13 - Council weighs bills to curb traffic violence. Advocates demand daylighting, civilian enforcement, and street redesigns. Open Plans calls for urgent action. Focus: less driving, more protection for walkers and cyclists. The hearing marks a push for safer, saner streets.
On February 14, 2023, the City Council Transportation Committee holds a hearing on Vision Zero. The agenda covers several bills: Intro 415 (dangerous driving study), Intro 555 (school safety signs), Intro 679 (traffic calming near seniors), Intro 805 (pedestrian safety reporting), Intro 854 (annual daylighting), Intro 879 (bollards at sidewalks), and Intro 441 (5 mph on Open Streets). Open Plans' Sara Lind supports daylighting, civilian and automated enforcement, and home rule for speed limit reductions, stating, 'Self-enforcing streets are best.' Jackson Chabot urges street redesigns and curb reform. Both demand immediate action to protect vulnerable road users. The hearing is the first Vision Zero session under the new mayor.
-
From the Assignment Desk: Open Plans Helps Get You Ready for Tuesday’s Council ‘Vision Zero’ Hearing,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Jackson votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Rivera votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
10
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸Feb 10 - A 49-year-old man was hit crossing Marble Hill Avenue in a marked crosswalk. The SUV struck him center front. He suffered a back contusion and remained conscious. No driver errors were specified in the report. The pedestrian was injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Marble Hill Avenue at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a 2019 Dodge SUV traveling northeast struck him with the center front of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained a back contusion and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists no contributing driver errors or violations. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New Mexico. The pedestrian's contributing factors were unspecified. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even in marked crosswalks.
28
Two Sedans Rear-End on Sedgwick Avenue▸Jan 28 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. A six-year-old girl and an infant, both rear passengers, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both children were restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Sedgwick Avenue collided with rear-end impacts. The crash injured two occupants: a six-year-old female in the left rear seat and an infant female in the right rear seat. Both suffered whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. The infant was secured in a child restraint, and the older child wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead at the time of impact. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions that injure vulnerable passengers.
Mar 21 - Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
- File S 4647, Open States, Published 2023-03-21
21S 775
Rivera votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸Mar 21 - Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.
Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.
-
File S 775,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
19
Two Sedans Collide on Riverdale Avenue▸Mar 19 - Two sedans crashed on Riverdale Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered internal injuries—one to the neck, the other to the head. The collision involved front and rear bumpers. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both men were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Riverdale Avenue collided. One vehicle was stopped in traffic when the other, going straight ahead, struck its left rear bumper with the right front bumper of the second sedan. Both drivers, aged 29 and 38, were injured but remained conscious. The younger driver suffered neck injuries, while the older driver sustained head injuries. Both were restrained by lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
28
SUV Crashes on Henry Hudson Parkway at Unsafe Speed▸Feb 28 - A 41-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash in a solo SUV crash. The vehicle struck the road center front end while traveling north. The driver was semiconscious but restrained by seatbelt and airbag deployment.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old male driver was injured in a single-vehicle crash on Henry Hudson Parkway. The SUV was traveling north when it impacted the center front end, causing head injuries and whiplash to the driver. The driver was semiconscious but not ejected, protected by an airbag and lap belt. Contributing factors listed include unsafe speed and slippery pavement. The report identifies unsafe speed as a driver error that led to the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.
25
SUV Slams Sedan, Injures Toddler on Parkway▸Feb 25 - SUV rear-ends sedan on Henry Hudson Parkway. Two-year-old girl in back seat suffers concussion. Impact crushes SUV’s rear, smashes sedan’s front. Police cite following too closely.
According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV traveling north on Henry Hudson Parkway struck a sedan from behind. The crash left the SUV with center back-end damage and the sedan with right front bumper damage. A two-year-old girl riding in the sedan’s left rear seat was injured, suffering a concussion and injuries to her entire body. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to keep a safe distance. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
21
Two Sedans Collide on West 195 Street▸Feb 21 - Two sedans crashed on West 195 Street in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all conscious. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Damage hit front bumpers and rear quarter panels. No ejections reported.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on West 195 Street in the Bronx at 3:06 p.m. The crash involved four injured occupants: three drivers and one passenger. Injuries included neck and back pain consistent with whiplash, with all victims conscious and not ejected. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the front bumpers and rear quarter panels. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash caused moderate injuries but no fatalities.
17
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Boy at Bronx Intersection▸Feb 17 - A 4-year-old boy suffered a head contusion after being hit by an SUV in the Bronx. The vehicle struck the child with its left front bumper while traveling north. The boy was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a Chevrolet SUV traveling north on Broadway in the Bronx struck a 4-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The pedestrian's actions are unknown, and no safety equipment or helmet was noted. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections in the Bronx.
13
Jackson Champions Safety Boosting Street Redesigns and Curb Reform▸Feb 13 - Council weighs bills to curb traffic violence. Advocates demand daylighting, civilian enforcement, and street redesigns. Open Plans calls for urgent action. Focus: less driving, more protection for walkers and cyclists. The hearing marks a push for safer, saner streets.
On February 14, 2023, the City Council Transportation Committee holds a hearing on Vision Zero. The agenda covers several bills: Intro 415 (dangerous driving study), Intro 555 (school safety signs), Intro 679 (traffic calming near seniors), Intro 805 (pedestrian safety reporting), Intro 854 (annual daylighting), Intro 879 (bollards at sidewalks), and Intro 441 (5 mph on Open Streets). Open Plans' Sara Lind supports daylighting, civilian and automated enforcement, and home rule for speed limit reductions, stating, 'Self-enforcing streets are best.' Jackson Chabot urges street redesigns and curb reform. Both demand immediate action to protect vulnerable road users. The hearing is the first Vision Zero session under the new mayor.
-
From the Assignment Desk: Open Plans Helps Get You Ready for Tuesday’s Council ‘Vision Zero’ Hearing,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Jackson votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Rivera votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
10
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸Feb 10 - A 49-year-old man was hit crossing Marble Hill Avenue in a marked crosswalk. The SUV struck him center front. He suffered a back contusion and remained conscious. No driver errors were specified in the report. The pedestrian was injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Marble Hill Avenue at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a 2019 Dodge SUV traveling northeast struck him with the center front of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained a back contusion and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists no contributing driver errors or violations. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New Mexico. The pedestrian's contributing factors were unspecified. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even in marked crosswalks.
28
Two Sedans Rear-End on Sedgwick Avenue▸Jan 28 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. A six-year-old girl and an infant, both rear passengers, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both children were restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Sedgwick Avenue collided with rear-end impacts. The crash injured two occupants: a six-year-old female in the left rear seat and an infant female in the right rear seat. Both suffered whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. The infant was secured in a child restraint, and the older child wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead at the time of impact. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions that injure vulnerable passengers.
Mar 21 - Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.
Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.
- File S 775, Open States, Published 2023-03-21
19
Two Sedans Collide on Riverdale Avenue▸Mar 19 - Two sedans crashed on Riverdale Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered internal injuries—one to the neck, the other to the head. The collision involved front and rear bumpers. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both men were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Riverdale Avenue collided. One vehicle was stopped in traffic when the other, going straight ahead, struck its left rear bumper with the right front bumper of the second sedan. Both drivers, aged 29 and 38, were injured but remained conscious. The younger driver suffered neck injuries, while the older driver sustained head injuries. Both were restrained by lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
28
SUV Crashes on Henry Hudson Parkway at Unsafe Speed▸Feb 28 - A 41-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash in a solo SUV crash. The vehicle struck the road center front end while traveling north. The driver was semiconscious but restrained by seatbelt and airbag deployment.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old male driver was injured in a single-vehicle crash on Henry Hudson Parkway. The SUV was traveling north when it impacted the center front end, causing head injuries and whiplash to the driver. The driver was semiconscious but not ejected, protected by an airbag and lap belt. Contributing factors listed include unsafe speed and slippery pavement. The report identifies unsafe speed as a driver error that led to the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.
25
SUV Slams Sedan, Injures Toddler on Parkway▸Feb 25 - SUV rear-ends sedan on Henry Hudson Parkway. Two-year-old girl in back seat suffers concussion. Impact crushes SUV’s rear, smashes sedan’s front. Police cite following too closely.
According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV traveling north on Henry Hudson Parkway struck a sedan from behind. The crash left the SUV with center back-end damage and the sedan with right front bumper damage. A two-year-old girl riding in the sedan’s left rear seat was injured, suffering a concussion and injuries to her entire body. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to keep a safe distance. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
21
Two Sedans Collide on West 195 Street▸Feb 21 - Two sedans crashed on West 195 Street in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all conscious. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Damage hit front bumpers and rear quarter panels. No ejections reported.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on West 195 Street in the Bronx at 3:06 p.m. The crash involved four injured occupants: three drivers and one passenger. Injuries included neck and back pain consistent with whiplash, with all victims conscious and not ejected. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the front bumpers and rear quarter panels. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash caused moderate injuries but no fatalities.
17
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Boy at Bronx Intersection▸Feb 17 - A 4-year-old boy suffered a head contusion after being hit by an SUV in the Bronx. The vehicle struck the child with its left front bumper while traveling north. The boy was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a Chevrolet SUV traveling north on Broadway in the Bronx struck a 4-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The pedestrian's actions are unknown, and no safety equipment or helmet was noted. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections in the Bronx.
13
Jackson Champions Safety Boosting Street Redesigns and Curb Reform▸Feb 13 - Council weighs bills to curb traffic violence. Advocates demand daylighting, civilian enforcement, and street redesigns. Open Plans calls for urgent action. Focus: less driving, more protection for walkers and cyclists. The hearing marks a push for safer, saner streets.
On February 14, 2023, the City Council Transportation Committee holds a hearing on Vision Zero. The agenda covers several bills: Intro 415 (dangerous driving study), Intro 555 (school safety signs), Intro 679 (traffic calming near seniors), Intro 805 (pedestrian safety reporting), Intro 854 (annual daylighting), Intro 879 (bollards at sidewalks), and Intro 441 (5 mph on Open Streets). Open Plans' Sara Lind supports daylighting, civilian and automated enforcement, and home rule for speed limit reductions, stating, 'Self-enforcing streets are best.' Jackson Chabot urges street redesigns and curb reform. Both demand immediate action to protect vulnerable road users. The hearing is the first Vision Zero session under the new mayor.
-
From the Assignment Desk: Open Plans Helps Get You Ready for Tuesday’s Council ‘Vision Zero’ Hearing,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Jackson votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Rivera votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
10
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸Feb 10 - A 49-year-old man was hit crossing Marble Hill Avenue in a marked crosswalk. The SUV struck him center front. He suffered a back contusion and remained conscious. No driver errors were specified in the report. The pedestrian was injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Marble Hill Avenue at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a 2019 Dodge SUV traveling northeast struck him with the center front of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained a back contusion and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists no contributing driver errors or violations. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New Mexico. The pedestrian's contributing factors were unspecified. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even in marked crosswalks.
28
Two Sedans Rear-End on Sedgwick Avenue▸Jan 28 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. A six-year-old girl and an infant, both rear passengers, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both children were restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Sedgwick Avenue collided with rear-end impacts. The crash injured two occupants: a six-year-old female in the left rear seat and an infant female in the right rear seat. Both suffered whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. The infant was secured in a child restraint, and the older child wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead at the time of impact. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions that injure vulnerable passengers.
Mar 19 - Two sedans crashed on Riverdale Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered internal injuries—one to the neck, the other to the head. The collision involved front and rear bumpers. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both men were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Riverdale Avenue collided. One vehicle was stopped in traffic when the other, going straight ahead, struck its left rear bumper with the right front bumper of the second sedan. Both drivers, aged 29 and 38, were injured but remained conscious. The younger driver suffered neck injuries, while the older driver sustained head injuries. Both were restrained by lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
28
SUV Crashes on Henry Hudson Parkway at Unsafe Speed▸Feb 28 - A 41-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash in a solo SUV crash. The vehicle struck the road center front end while traveling north. The driver was semiconscious but restrained by seatbelt and airbag deployment.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old male driver was injured in a single-vehicle crash on Henry Hudson Parkway. The SUV was traveling north when it impacted the center front end, causing head injuries and whiplash to the driver. The driver was semiconscious but not ejected, protected by an airbag and lap belt. Contributing factors listed include unsafe speed and slippery pavement. The report identifies unsafe speed as a driver error that led to the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.
25
SUV Slams Sedan, Injures Toddler on Parkway▸Feb 25 - SUV rear-ends sedan on Henry Hudson Parkway. Two-year-old girl in back seat suffers concussion. Impact crushes SUV’s rear, smashes sedan’s front. Police cite following too closely.
According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV traveling north on Henry Hudson Parkway struck a sedan from behind. The crash left the SUV with center back-end damage and the sedan with right front bumper damage. A two-year-old girl riding in the sedan’s left rear seat was injured, suffering a concussion and injuries to her entire body. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to keep a safe distance. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
21
Two Sedans Collide on West 195 Street▸Feb 21 - Two sedans crashed on West 195 Street in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all conscious. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Damage hit front bumpers and rear quarter panels. No ejections reported.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on West 195 Street in the Bronx at 3:06 p.m. The crash involved four injured occupants: three drivers and one passenger. Injuries included neck and back pain consistent with whiplash, with all victims conscious and not ejected. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the front bumpers and rear quarter panels. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash caused moderate injuries but no fatalities.
17
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Boy at Bronx Intersection▸Feb 17 - A 4-year-old boy suffered a head contusion after being hit by an SUV in the Bronx. The vehicle struck the child with its left front bumper while traveling north. The boy was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a Chevrolet SUV traveling north on Broadway in the Bronx struck a 4-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The pedestrian's actions are unknown, and no safety equipment or helmet was noted. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections in the Bronx.
13
Jackson Champions Safety Boosting Street Redesigns and Curb Reform▸Feb 13 - Council weighs bills to curb traffic violence. Advocates demand daylighting, civilian enforcement, and street redesigns. Open Plans calls for urgent action. Focus: less driving, more protection for walkers and cyclists. The hearing marks a push for safer, saner streets.
On February 14, 2023, the City Council Transportation Committee holds a hearing on Vision Zero. The agenda covers several bills: Intro 415 (dangerous driving study), Intro 555 (school safety signs), Intro 679 (traffic calming near seniors), Intro 805 (pedestrian safety reporting), Intro 854 (annual daylighting), Intro 879 (bollards at sidewalks), and Intro 441 (5 mph on Open Streets). Open Plans' Sara Lind supports daylighting, civilian and automated enforcement, and home rule for speed limit reductions, stating, 'Self-enforcing streets are best.' Jackson Chabot urges street redesigns and curb reform. Both demand immediate action to protect vulnerable road users. The hearing is the first Vision Zero session under the new mayor.
-
From the Assignment Desk: Open Plans Helps Get You Ready for Tuesday’s Council ‘Vision Zero’ Hearing,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Jackson votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Rivera votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
10
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸Feb 10 - A 49-year-old man was hit crossing Marble Hill Avenue in a marked crosswalk. The SUV struck him center front. He suffered a back contusion and remained conscious. No driver errors were specified in the report. The pedestrian was injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Marble Hill Avenue at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a 2019 Dodge SUV traveling northeast struck him with the center front of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained a back contusion and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists no contributing driver errors or violations. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New Mexico. The pedestrian's contributing factors were unspecified. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even in marked crosswalks.
28
Two Sedans Rear-End on Sedgwick Avenue▸Jan 28 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. A six-year-old girl and an infant, both rear passengers, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both children were restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Sedgwick Avenue collided with rear-end impacts. The crash injured two occupants: a six-year-old female in the left rear seat and an infant female in the right rear seat. Both suffered whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. The infant was secured in a child restraint, and the older child wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead at the time of impact. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions that injure vulnerable passengers.
Feb 28 - A 41-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash in a solo SUV crash. The vehicle struck the road center front end while traveling north. The driver was semiconscious but restrained by seatbelt and airbag deployment.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old male driver was injured in a single-vehicle crash on Henry Hudson Parkway. The SUV was traveling north when it impacted the center front end, causing head injuries and whiplash to the driver. The driver was semiconscious but not ejected, protected by an airbag and lap belt. Contributing factors listed include unsafe speed and slippery pavement. The report identifies unsafe speed as a driver error that led to the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.
25
SUV Slams Sedan, Injures Toddler on Parkway▸Feb 25 - SUV rear-ends sedan on Henry Hudson Parkway. Two-year-old girl in back seat suffers concussion. Impact crushes SUV’s rear, smashes sedan’s front. Police cite following too closely.
According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV traveling north on Henry Hudson Parkway struck a sedan from behind. The crash left the SUV with center back-end damage and the sedan with right front bumper damage. A two-year-old girl riding in the sedan’s left rear seat was injured, suffering a concussion and injuries to her entire body. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to keep a safe distance. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
21
Two Sedans Collide on West 195 Street▸Feb 21 - Two sedans crashed on West 195 Street in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all conscious. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Damage hit front bumpers and rear quarter panels. No ejections reported.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on West 195 Street in the Bronx at 3:06 p.m. The crash involved four injured occupants: three drivers and one passenger. Injuries included neck and back pain consistent with whiplash, with all victims conscious and not ejected. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the front bumpers and rear quarter panels. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash caused moderate injuries but no fatalities.
17
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Boy at Bronx Intersection▸Feb 17 - A 4-year-old boy suffered a head contusion after being hit by an SUV in the Bronx. The vehicle struck the child with its left front bumper while traveling north. The boy was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a Chevrolet SUV traveling north on Broadway in the Bronx struck a 4-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The pedestrian's actions are unknown, and no safety equipment or helmet was noted. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections in the Bronx.
13
Jackson Champions Safety Boosting Street Redesigns and Curb Reform▸Feb 13 - Council weighs bills to curb traffic violence. Advocates demand daylighting, civilian enforcement, and street redesigns. Open Plans calls for urgent action. Focus: less driving, more protection for walkers and cyclists. The hearing marks a push for safer, saner streets.
On February 14, 2023, the City Council Transportation Committee holds a hearing on Vision Zero. The agenda covers several bills: Intro 415 (dangerous driving study), Intro 555 (school safety signs), Intro 679 (traffic calming near seniors), Intro 805 (pedestrian safety reporting), Intro 854 (annual daylighting), Intro 879 (bollards at sidewalks), and Intro 441 (5 mph on Open Streets). Open Plans' Sara Lind supports daylighting, civilian and automated enforcement, and home rule for speed limit reductions, stating, 'Self-enforcing streets are best.' Jackson Chabot urges street redesigns and curb reform. Both demand immediate action to protect vulnerable road users. The hearing is the first Vision Zero session under the new mayor.
-
From the Assignment Desk: Open Plans Helps Get You Ready for Tuesday’s Council ‘Vision Zero’ Hearing,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Jackson votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Rivera votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
10
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸Feb 10 - A 49-year-old man was hit crossing Marble Hill Avenue in a marked crosswalk. The SUV struck him center front. He suffered a back contusion and remained conscious. No driver errors were specified in the report. The pedestrian was injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Marble Hill Avenue at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a 2019 Dodge SUV traveling northeast struck him with the center front of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained a back contusion and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists no contributing driver errors or violations. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New Mexico. The pedestrian's contributing factors were unspecified. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even in marked crosswalks.
28
Two Sedans Rear-End on Sedgwick Avenue▸Jan 28 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. A six-year-old girl and an infant, both rear passengers, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both children were restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Sedgwick Avenue collided with rear-end impacts. The crash injured two occupants: a six-year-old female in the left rear seat and an infant female in the right rear seat. Both suffered whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. The infant was secured in a child restraint, and the older child wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead at the time of impact. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions that injure vulnerable passengers.
Feb 25 - SUV rear-ends sedan on Henry Hudson Parkway. Two-year-old girl in back seat suffers concussion. Impact crushes SUV’s rear, smashes sedan’s front. Police cite following too closely.
According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV traveling north on Henry Hudson Parkway struck a sedan from behind. The crash left the SUV with center back-end damage and the sedan with right front bumper damage. A two-year-old girl riding in the sedan’s left rear seat was injured, suffering a concussion and injuries to her entire body. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to keep a safe distance. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
21
Two Sedans Collide on West 195 Street▸Feb 21 - Two sedans crashed on West 195 Street in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all conscious. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Damage hit front bumpers and rear quarter panels. No ejections reported.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on West 195 Street in the Bronx at 3:06 p.m. The crash involved four injured occupants: three drivers and one passenger. Injuries included neck and back pain consistent with whiplash, with all victims conscious and not ejected. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the front bumpers and rear quarter panels. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash caused moderate injuries but no fatalities.
17
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Boy at Bronx Intersection▸Feb 17 - A 4-year-old boy suffered a head contusion after being hit by an SUV in the Bronx. The vehicle struck the child with its left front bumper while traveling north. The boy was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a Chevrolet SUV traveling north on Broadway in the Bronx struck a 4-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The pedestrian's actions are unknown, and no safety equipment or helmet was noted. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections in the Bronx.
13
Jackson Champions Safety Boosting Street Redesigns and Curb Reform▸Feb 13 - Council weighs bills to curb traffic violence. Advocates demand daylighting, civilian enforcement, and street redesigns. Open Plans calls for urgent action. Focus: less driving, more protection for walkers and cyclists. The hearing marks a push for safer, saner streets.
On February 14, 2023, the City Council Transportation Committee holds a hearing on Vision Zero. The agenda covers several bills: Intro 415 (dangerous driving study), Intro 555 (school safety signs), Intro 679 (traffic calming near seniors), Intro 805 (pedestrian safety reporting), Intro 854 (annual daylighting), Intro 879 (bollards at sidewalks), and Intro 441 (5 mph on Open Streets). Open Plans' Sara Lind supports daylighting, civilian and automated enforcement, and home rule for speed limit reductions, stating, 'Self-enforcing streets are best.' Jackson Chabot urges street redesigns and curb reform. Both demand immediate action to protect vulnerable road users. The hearing is the first Vision Zero session under the new mayor.
-
From the Assignment Desk: Open Plans Helps Get You Ready for Tuesday’s Council ‘Vision Zero’ Hearing,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Jackson votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Rivera votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
10
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸Feb 10 - A 49-year-old man was hit crossing Marble Hill Avenue in a marked crosswalk. The SUV struck him center front. He suffered a back contusion and remained conscious. No driver errors were specified in the report. The pedestrian was injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Marble Hill Avenue at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a 2019 Dodge SUV traveling northeast struck him with the center front of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained a back contusion and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists no contributing driver errors or violations. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New Mexico. The pedestrian's contributing factors were unspecified. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even in marked crosswalks.
28
Two Sedans Rear-End on Sedgwick Avenue▸Jan 28 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. A six-year-old girl and an infant, both rear passengers, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both children were restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Sedgwick Avenue collided with rear-end impacts. The crash injured two occupants: a six-year-old female in the left rear seat and an infant female in the right rear seat. Both suffered whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. The infant was secured in a child restraint, and the older child wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead at the time of impact. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions that injure vulnerable passengers.
Feb 21 - Two sedans crashed on West 195 Street in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered neck and back injuries, all conscious. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Damage hit front bumpers and rear quarter panels. No ejections reported.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on West 195 Street in the Bronx at 3:06 p.m. The crash involved four injured occupants: three drivers and one passenger. Injuries included neck and back pain consistent with whiplash, with all victims conscious and not ejected. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the front bumpers and rear quarter panels. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash caused moderate injuries but no fatalities.
17
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Boy at Bronx Intersection▸Feb 17 - A 4-year-old boy suffered a head contusion after being hit by an SUV in the Bronx. The vehicle struck the child with its left front bumper while traveling north. The boy was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a Chevrolet SUV traveling north on Broadway in the Bronx struck a 4-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The pedestrian's actions are unknown, and no safety equipment or helmet was noted. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections in the Bronx.
13
Jackson Champions Safety Boosting Street Redesigns and Curb Reform▸Feb 13 - Council weighs bills to curb traffic violence. Advocates demand daylighting, civilian enforcement, and street redesigns. Open Plans calls for urgent action. Focus: less driving, more protection for walkers and cyclists. The hearing marks a push for safer, saner streets.
On February 14, 2023, the City Council Transportation Committee holds a hearing on Vision Zero. The agenda covers several bills: Intro 415 (dangerous driving study), Intro 555 (school safety signs), Intro 679 (traffic calming near seniors), Intro 805 (pedestrian safety reporting), Intro 854 (annual daylighting), Intro 879 (bollards at sidewalks), and Intro 441 (5 mph on Open Streets). Open Plans' Sara Lind supports daylighting, civilian and automated enforcement, and home rule for speed limit reductions, stating, 'Self-enforcing streets are best.' Jackson Chabot urges street redesigns and curb reform. Both demand immediate action to protect vulnerable road users. The hearing is the first Vision Zero session under the new mayor.
-
From the Assignment Desk: Open Plans Helps Get You Ready for Tuesday’s Council ‘Vision Zero’ Hearing,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Jackson votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Rivera votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
10
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸Feb 10 - A 49-year-old man was hit crossing Marble Hill Avenue in a marked crosswalk. The SUV struck him center front. He suffered a back contusion and remained conscious. No driver errors were specified in the report. The pedestrian was injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Marble Hill Avenue at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a 2019 Dodge SUV traveling northeast struck him with the center front of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained a back contusion and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists no contributing driver errors or violations. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New Mexico. The pedestrian's contributing factors were unspecified. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even in marked crosswalks.
28
Two Sedans Rear-End on Sedgwick Avenue▸Jan 28 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. A six-year-old girl and an infant, both rear passengers, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both children were restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Sedgwick Avenue collided with rear-end impacts. The crash injured two occupants: a six-year-old female in the left rear seat and an infant female in the right rear seat. Both suffered whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. The infant was secured in a child restraint, and the older child wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead at the time of impact. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions that injure vulnerable passengers.
Feb 17 - A 4-year-old boy suffered a head contusion after being hit by an SUV in the Bronx. The vehicle struck the child with its left front bumper while traveling north. The boy was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a Chevrolet SUV traveling north on Broadway in the Bronx struck a 4-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The pedestrian's actions are unknown, and no safety equipment or helmet was noted. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections in the Bronx.
13
Jackson Champions Safety Boosting Street Redesigns and Curb Reform▸Feb 13 - Council weighs bills to curb traffic violence. Advocates demand daylighting, civilian enforcement, and street redesigns. Open Plans calls for urgent action. Focus: less driving, more protection for walkers and cyclists. The hearing marks a push for safer, saner streets.
On February 14, 2023, the City Council Transportation Committee holds a hearing on Vision Zero. The agenda covers several bills: Intro 415 (dangerous driving study), Intro 555 (school safety signs), Intro 679 (traffic calming near seniors), Intro 805 (pedestrian safety reporting), Intro 854 (annual daylighting), Intro 879 (bollards at sidewalks), and Intro 441 (5 mph on Open Streets). Open Plans' Sara Lind supports daylighting, civilian and automated enforcement, and home rule for speed limit reductions, stating, 'Self-enforcing streets are best.' Jackson Chabot urges street redesigns and curb reform. Both demand immediate action to protect vulnerable road users. The hearing is the first Vision Zero session under the new mayor.
-
From the Assignment Desk: Open Plans Helps Get You Ready for Tuesday’s Council ‘Vision Zero’ Hearing,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Jackson votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Rivera votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
10
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸Feb 10 - A 49-year-old man was hit crossing Marble Hill Avenue in a marked crosswalk. The SUV struck him center front. He suffered a back contusion and remained conscious. No driver errors were specified in the report. The pedestrian was injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Marble Hill Avenue at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a 2019 Dodge SUV traveling northeast struck him with the center front of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained a back contusion and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists no contributing driver errors or violations. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New Mexico. The pedestrian's contributing factors were unspecified. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even in marked crosswalks.
28
Two Sedans Rear-End on Sedgwick Avenue▸Jan 28 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. A six-year-old girl and an infant, both rear passengers, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both children were restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Sedgwick Avenue collided with rear-end impacts. The crash injured two occupants: a six-year-old female in the left rear seat and an infant female in the right rear seat. Both suffered whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. The infant was secured in a child restraint, and the older child wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead at the time of impact. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions that injure vulnerable passengers.
Feb 13 - Council weighs bills to curb traffic violence. Advocates demand daylighting, civilian enforcement, and street redesigns. Open Plans calls for urgent action. Focus: less driving, more protection for walkers and cyclists. The hearing marks a push for safer, saner streets.
On February 14, 2023, the City Council Transportation Committee holds a hearing on Vision Zero. The agenda covers several bills: Intro 415 (dangerous driving study), Intro 555 (school safety signs), Intro 679 (traffic calming near seniors), Intro 805 (pedestrian safety reporting), Intro 854 (annual daylighting), Intro 879 (bollards at sidewalks), and Intro 441 (5 mph on Open Streets). Open Plans' Sara Lind supports daylighting, civilian and automated enforcement, and home rule for speed limit reductions, stating, 'Self-enforcing streets are best.' Jackson Chabot urges street redesigns and curb reform. Both demand immediate action to protect vulnerable road users. The hearing is the first Vision Zero session under the new mayor.
- From the Assignment Desk: Open Plans Helps Get You Ready for Tuesday’s Council ‘Vision Zero’ Hearing, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Jackson votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Rivera votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
10
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸Feb 10 - A 49-year-old man was hit crossing Marble Hill Avenue in a marked crosswalk. The SUV struck him center front. He suffered a back contusion and remained conscious. No driver errors were specified in the report. The pedestrian was injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Marble Hill Avenue at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a 2019 Dodge SUV traveling northeast struck him with the center front of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained a back contusion and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists no contributing driver errors or violations. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New Mexico. The pedestrian's contributing factors were unspecified. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even in marked crosswalks.
28
Two Sedans Rear-End on Sedgwick Avenue▸Jan 28 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. A six-year-old girl and an infant, both rear passengers, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both children were restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Sedgwick Avenue collided with rear-end impacts. The crash injured two occupants: a six-year-old female in the left rear seat and an infant female in the right rear seat. Both suffered whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. The infant was secured in a child restraint, and the older child wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead at the time of impact. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions that injure vulnerable passengers.
Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-02-13
13A 602
Rivera votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
10
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸Feb 10 - A 49-year-old man was hit crossing Marble Hill Avenue in a marked crosswalk. The SUV struck him center front. He suffered a back contusion and remained conscious. No driver errors were specified in the report. The pedestrian was injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Marble Hill Avenue at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a 2019 Dodge SUV traveling northeast struck him with the center front of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained a back contusion and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists no contributing driver errors or violations. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New Mexico. The pedestrian's contributing factors were unspecified. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even in marked crosswalks.
28
Two Sedans Rear-End on Sedgwick Avenue▸Jan 28 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. A six-year-old girl and an infant, both rear passengers, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both children were restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Sedgwick Avenue collided with rear-end impacts. The crash injured two occupants: a six-year-old female in the left rear seat and an infant female in the right rear seat. Both suffered whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. The infant was secured in a child restraint, and the older child wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead at the time of impact. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions that injure vulnerable passengers.
Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-02-13
10
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸Feb 10 - A 49-year-old man was hit crossing Marble Hill Avenue in a marked crosswalk. The SUV struck him center front. He suffered a back contusion and remained conscious. No driver errors were specified in the report. The pedestrian was injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Marble Hill Avenue at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a 2019 Dodge SUV traveling northeast struck him with the center front of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained a back contusion and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists no contributing driver errors or violations. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New Mexico. The pedestrian's contributing factors were unspecified. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even in marked crosswalks.
28
Two Sedans Rear-End on Sedgwick Avenue▸Jan 28 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. A six-year-old girl and an infant, both rear passengers, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both children were restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Sedgwick Avenue collided with rear-end impacts. The crash injured two occupants: a six-year-old female in the left rear seat and an infant female in the right rear seat. Both suffered whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. The infant was secured in a child restraint, and the older child wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead at the time of impact. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions that injure vulnerable passengers.
Feb 10 - A 49-year-old man was hit crossing Marble Hill Avenue in a marked crosswalk. The SUV struck him center front. He suffered a back contusion and remained conscious. No driver errors were specified in the report. The pedestrian was injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Marble Hill Avenue at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a 2019 Dodge SUV traveling northeast struck him with the center front of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained a back contusion and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists no contributing driver errors or violations. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New Mexico. The pedestrian's contributing factors were unspecified. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even in marked crosswalks.
28
Two Sedans Rear-End on Sedgwick Avenue▸Jan 28 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. A six-year-old girl and an infant, both rear passengers, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both children were restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Sedgwick Avenue collided with rear-end impacts. The crash injured two occupants: a six-year-old female in the left rear seat and an infant female in the right rear seat. Both suffered whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. The infant was secured in a child restraint, and the older child wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead at the time of impact. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions that injure vulnerable passengers.
Jan 28 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. A six-year-old girl and an infant, both rear passengers, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both children were restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Sedgwick Avenue collided with rear-end impacts. The crash injured two occupants: a six-year-old female in the left rear seat and an infant female in the right rear seat. Both suffered whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. The infant was secured in a child restraint, and the older child wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead at the time of impact. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions that injure vulnerable passengers.