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 9
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 8
▸ Severe Lacerations 10
▸ Concussion 13
▸ Whiplash 112
▸ Contusion/Bruise 90
▸ Abrasion 69
▸ Pain/Nausea 26
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.
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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.
Caught Speeding Recently in CB 210
- 2022 Gray Chevrolet Sedan (LVP1921) – 87 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2014 Black Jeep Su (6426ZZ) – 78 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2012 Gray Honda Suburban (LJS3733) – 41 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2020 Black Honda Suburban (HGZ3947) – 38 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2019 White BMW Sedan (LSY1395) – 32 times • 1 in last 90d here
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Bronx CB10’s deadliest roads don’t forgive. Drivers don’t slow.
Bronx CB10: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 24, 2025
Another driver. Same ending.
On the Bronx River Parkway before dawn, a 21‑year‑old in a Mercedes tried to pass a Volkswagen. He hit it, then struck two bikes. Both riders were thrown and died. Police charged him with vehicular manslaughter and DWI, then released him without bail as the case moved forward, according to multiple reports. The families asked why he walked free. “Two people were killed. He was drunk,” a sister said. The defense said, “My client is prepared to contest these charges.” These are the words left behind. Gothamist, amNY, and the Daily News reported the crash and charges.
In this community board, four pedestrians have been killed since 2022. Two more people died as car occupants. The pain is spread across parkways and local streets. The numbers are dry. The pavement is not. NYC Open Data
Bruckner. Hutch. Tremont. Names you know.
Three corners. One fix.
Crashes pile up where speed rules. The worst hot spots here are the Bruckner Expressway and the Hutchinson River Parkway. Together they show repeated death and injury since 2022. East Tremont Avenue adds dozens more injuries. Parkways close. Families wait. The road reopens. The risk stays. Small‑area analysis
Injuries spike late. From 8 p.m. to after midnight, the hurt keeps coming, with deaths at 20:00 and 23:00 hours. Morning isn’t safe either: 8, 10, and 11 a.m. all show deaths. Violence does not keep hours. Small‑area analysis
The bodies are mostly people outside cars. Since 2022 here: pedestrians, four dead and 236 hurt; cyclists, 66 hurt. Heavy vehicles hit hard. Trucks and buses are tied to two pedestrian deaths; SUVs to two more. A left‑turning pickup killed a woman at Seddon and St. Raymond. A distracted SUV driver killed a man on Westchester Avenue at 4:37 a.m. These are not accidents. They are impacts. NYC Open Data
The pattern doesn’t blink.
Crashes in this board jumped 48% year‑over‑year through late July. Injuries jumped 47%. Deaths in the year‑to‑date slice read zero, but the full period tells the truth: seven killed since 2022, including four people on foot. The afternoon peak cuts, too: 4 p.m. brings the most injuries. Pain at breakfast, lunch, and midnight. Period stats
Causes repeat like bad habits. Failure to yield and distraction show up again and again. “Other” factors blanket hundreds of injuries. “Unsafe speed” appears, small on paper, large on asphalt. You feel it on Tremont. You feel it on the Bruckner. Small‑area analysis
Three steps. Fewer funerals.
- Daylight every turn on East Tremont and around Co‑op City. Harden the corners. Give people the walk first with leading intervals. Trucks should not be able to swing wide into a crowd.
- Target trucks and SUVs at the board’s repeat hot spots in the late‑night hours when deaths rise. Enforce failure‑to‑yield and speeding where the injuries pile up.
- Fix the parkway exits where local streets meet highway speed. Slow the ramps. Mark crossings that drivers cannot ignore.
Officials know what works — do they?
Albany renewed 24‑hour speed cameras near schools through 2030. Your Assembly Member and Senator voted yes. The tools exist. Use them where people keep getting hurt. Senate vote
The Senate also advanced a bill to force the worst repeat speeders to install speed limiters. Senator Fernández voted yes in committee. Point the device at the small share of drivers who do the most harm. S4045
City Hall now has the power to lower speeds. A citywide 20 mph default would save lives. The city has not done it yet. Don’t wait for the next ambulance. Take Action
Citations
▸ Citations
- Drunk Driver Kills Two Bronx Motorcyclists, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-12
- Bronx Parkway Crash Kills Two Riders, amny, Published 2025-08-11
- Bronx Parkway Crash Kills Two Riders, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-12
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-24
- S 8344 (School speed zones), Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-13
- S 4045 (Stop Super Speeders Act), Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-11
- Bronx Crash Leaves Pedestrian Critical, NY Daily News, Published 2025-06-28
Other Representatives
District 82
3602 E. Tremont Ave. Suite 201, Bronx, NY 10465
Room 836, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 13
1925 Williamsbridge Rd-Flr 2, Bronx, NY 10461
718-931-1721
250 Broadway, Suite 1554, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7375
District 34
3853 E. Tremont Ave., Bronx, NY 10465
Room 814, Legislative Office Building 188 State St., Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Bronx CB10 Bronx Community Board 10 sits in Bronx, Precinct 45, District 13, AD 82, SD 34.
It contains Westchester Square, Throgs Neck-Schuylerville, Pelham Bay-Country Club-City Island, Co-Op City, Hart Island, Ferry Point Park-St. Raymond Cemetery.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Bronx Community Board 10
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Box Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on Bruckner Expressway▸Jan 30 - A box truck struck the rear of a sedan traveling south on Bruckner Expressway. The sedan’s front passenger, a 22-year-old man, suffered a head injury and minor bleeding. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, a box truck and a sedan, both traveling south on Bruckner Expressway, collided with the truck impacting the center front end of the sedan’s left front bumper. The crash caused head injuries to the sedan’s front passenger, a 22-year-old male occupant, who was restrained by a lap belt and harness and experienced minor bleeding and shock. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor for both vehicles, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. The sedan was not ejected, and the driver held a valid license from Connecticut, while the truck driver was licensed in New York. Both vehicles were going straight ahead prior to impact, with the truck striking the sedan from behind. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on New England Thruway Ramp▸Jan 30 - A female SUV driver slammed into the rear of a sedan while both traveled northbound on the New England Thruway ramp. The sedan driver, 64, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Police cited following too closely and unsafe speed as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:21 on the New England Thruway ramp. A female driver in a 2021 Kia SUV struck the left rear bumper of a 2011 Nissan sedan traveling in the same direction. The sedan driver, a 64-year-old woman, was injured with complaints of pain and nausea and suffered injuries to her entire body. She was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt. The report identifies the SUV driver's errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The sedan driver was merging at the time of impact. The SUV sustained roof damage at the right front bumper, indicating a forceful rear collision. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and excessive speed on highway ramps.
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Hutchinson Parkway▸Jan 25 - A sedan traveling south on Hutchinson River Parkway was struck in the left rear quarter panel by an SUV. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old man, suffered whiplash and arm injuries but was conscious and restrained. No driver errors were cited in the report.
According to the police report, at 22:31 on Hutchinson River Parkway, a sedan traveling south was impacted in the left rear quarter panel by a station wagon/SUV. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old male occupant, was injured with whiplash and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The SUV had no occupants at the time and no driver information was provided. The sedan's front end sustained damage, indicating the point of impact was the SUV striking it from behind. The report focuses on the collision impact and resulting injuries without assigning fault or noting victim behavior.
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SUV Hits Woman Crossing Parkview Avenue▸Jan 24 - SUV struck a 64-year-old woman crossing Parkview Avenue in the Bronx. She suffered knee and leg injuries. The driver failed to avoid her. No vehicle damage reported. Impact hit her left front side.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old woman was hit by a Mercedes SUV while crossing Parkview Avenue in the Bronx at 6:40 AM. The pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. She suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No damage was reported to the vehicle. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian's actions or safety equipment were noted.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jan 22 - A 44-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a vehicle traveling straight ahead. The impact caused upper leg and hip injuries. Driver inattention and distraction led to the collision at a Bronx intersection.
According to the police report, at 9:22 AM in the Bronx on St Peters Ave near Tratman Ave, a pedestrian was injured when a vehicle traveling straight ahead struck him at the center front end. The pedestrian, a 44-year-old male, was crossing with the signal and sustained contusions and bruises to his hip and upper leg, with injury severity rated at level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. The vehicle had no occupants other than the driver and no further vehicle details were provided.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass▸Jan 17 - A city bus teetered over a Bronx overpass after swerving to dodge a double-parked car. Steel scraped concrete. Debris rained down. No one was hurt. The wall broke. The rules broke first.
NY1 reported on January 17, 2025, that a BxM1 MTA bus nearly plunged from the Henry Hudson Parkway overpass after the driver swerved to avoid an illegally double-parked car. The bus crashed into the wall, leaving it hanging over the edge. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said, "We’re told by the MTA that the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, and he hit the wall and went through it." No injuries were reported, but the crash caused structural damage and scattered debris below. City Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted, "It speaks to the importance of enforcing our parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car." The incident highlights the danger posed by lax parking enforcement and infrastructure vulnerable to impact.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass,
NY1,
Published 2025-01-17
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Audi Driver Loses Leg in Violent Expressway Crash▸Jan 15 - Metal screamed on the Cross Bronx Expressway. An Audi’s left side caved in. The lone driver, 25, was held by his belt but lost part of his leg. He did not wake. The car kept its silence.
A severe crash on the Cross Bronx Expressway left a 25-year-old Audi driver with an amputated leg, according to the police report. The incident occurred as the sedan traveled west, its left side absorbing the impact. The report states, 'An Audi took the hit on its left side. Metal screamed. The driver, 25, alone, lost part of his leg. The lap belt held him. He did not wake.' The driver was found unconscious, suffering a traumatic injury to the lower leg and foot. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified,' offering no further detail on the cause or involvement of other vehicles. The focus remains on the catastrophic outcome and the systemic dangers present on high-speed corridors like the Cross Bronx Expressway.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection▸Jan 10 - A 26-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan hit her at a Bronx intersection. The vehicle's right front bumper made impact as it traveled northbound. The pedestrian was left in shock with complaints of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Baychester Avenue and Darrow Place in the Bronx at 8:06 AM. The pedestrian was struck by a northbound 2016 Hyundai sedan, which impacted her with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock and complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists the pedestrian's actions as 'Other Actions in Roadway' but does not specify any contributing driver errors or violations. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited in the report. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The focus remains on the collision caused by the vehicle's movement and impact, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
8A 1077
Benedetto co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
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File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
8S 131
Fernandez co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
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Marmorato Warns Congestion Pricing Raises Costs and Gridlock▸Jan 5 - Businesses in Manhattan’s toll zone pass new $9 congestion fee to customers. Councilman Holden calls it a scam tax. Residents pay even if they don’t drive. Gridlock grows near the border. Critics warn of rising costs and slower emergency response.
On January 5, 2025, New York City began enforcing congestion pricing below 60th Street, charging drivers $9 during peak hours. The measure, discussed in the article 'NYC residents slapped with congestion pricing ‘surcharge’ by fed-up companies paying new toll: ‘Hochul inflation’,' has sparked backlash. Queens Councilman Robert F. Holden, representing District 30, condemned the move, stating, 'It’s no surprise that businesses will pass the Congestion Scam Tax on to consumers.' Companies like CompuVoip and Dream Events & Decor now add surcharges for customers in the zone. Holden’s criticism joins that of Bronx Councilwoman Kristy Marmorato and others, who warn of higher costs and increased gridlock. Emergency unions claim response times will suffer. The bill’s impact on vulnerable road users was not assessed.
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NYC residents slapped with congestion pricing ‘surcharge’ by fed-up companies paying new toll: ‘Hochul inflation’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-01-05
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Marmorato Criticizes Congestion Pricing Cash Grab Impacting Commuters▸Jan 3 - Congestion pricing hits Manhattan at midnight. Cars pay to cross south of 60th. Lawmakers split. Some call it a burden. Others hail cleaner air, safer streets, and better transit. The toll stirs anger, hope, and a fight over who pays and who breathes.
On January 3, 2025, congestion pricing (no bill number cited) will begin in Manhattan after a federal judge allowed the toll to proceed. The policy charges most drivers $9 to enter south of 60th Street during peak hours. The matter, titled 'Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,' has drawn sharp lines. Council Member Robert F. Holden (District 30, Queens) opposes the toll, warning, 'I don't know how my district is going to be impacted.' He fears more cars parking in Queens and unclear pollution risks. Council Member Kristy Marmorato (Bronx) calls it a 'cash grab.' In contrast, State Sen. Kristen Gonzalez and Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas support the measure, citing cleaner air, safer streets, and transit upgrades. González-Rojas says, 'Congestion pricing isn't about penalizing anyone—it's about modernizing our transportation system and tackling climate change.' The judge ordered further study on environmental impacts, but the toll begins as scheduled.
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Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,
amny.com,
Published 2025-01-03
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Marmorato Opposes Safety‑Boosting Congestion Pricing Cash Grab▸Jan 3 - As congestion pricing begins, unions and politicians rage. They claim tolls hurt workers and raise costs. Facts show most commuters use transit. Fewer cars mean faster emergency response. The toll funds transit upgrades. The drama masks real safety gains for all.
On January 3, 2025, public debate erupted as New York City prepared to activate congestion pricing in Manhattan. The measure, set to fund $15 billion in subway and rail improvements, drew fierce opposition from unions and Councilwoman Kristy Marmorato, who called it a 'cash grab' that would 'increase all costs in our daily lives.' The union for FDNY EMTs argued the toll would burden low-wage workers, but data shows 90% of commuters already use public transit. City officials, including mayoral spokesperson Liz Garcia, insisted emergency response would not suffer. The measure's summary notes that reducing car traffic will speed up emergency vehicles and protect passengers. The uproar highlights the tension between entrenched driving privileges and the urgent need to make streets safer for vulnerable road users.
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Congestion Pricing Is Happening: Cue the Irrational Drama from the Placard Elite and the Suburbs,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-01-03
2
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan During Right Turn▸Jan 2 - A northbound SUV struck the left rear quarter panel of a sedan making a right turn on Hutchinson River Parkway East. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old man, suffered back contusions and shock. Driver inexperience contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:20 on Hutchinson River Parkway East. A 2023 Jeep SUV traveling north went straight ahead and impacted the left rear quarter panel of a 2024 BMW sedan making a right turn. The sedan's left front bumper was damaged. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old male occupant, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and an unspecified contributing factor related to the sedan driver. Both drivers were licensed. The collision's impact point and vehicle damage indicate the SUV struck the sedan from behind during the turn. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
Jan 30 - A box truck struck the rear of a sedan traveling south on Bruckner Expressway. The sedan’s front passenger, a 22-year-old man, suffered a head injury and minor bleeding. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, a box truck and a sedan, both traveling south on Bruckner Expressway, collided with the truck impacting the center front end of the sedan’s left front bumper. The crash caused head injuries to the sedan’s front passenger, a 22-year-old male occupant, who was restrained by a lap belt and harness and experienced minor bleeding and shock. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor for both vehicles, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. The sedan was not ejected, and the driver held a valid license from Connecticut, while the truck driver was licensed in New York. Both vehicles were going straight ahead prior to impact, with the truck striking the sedan from behind. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on New England Thruway Ramp▸Jan 30 - A female SUV driver slammed into the rear of a sedan while both traveled northbound on the New England Thruway ramp. The sedan driver, 64, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Police cited following too closely and unsafe speed as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:21 on the New England Thruway ramp. A female driver in a 2021 Kia SUV struck the left rear bumper of a 2011 Nissan sedan traveling in the same direction. The sedan driver, a 64-year-old woman, was injured with complaints of pain and nausea and suffered injuries to her entire body. She was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt. The report identifies the SUV driver's errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The sedan driver was merging at the time of impact. The SUV sustained roof damage at the right front bumper, indicating a forceful rear collision. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and excessive speed on highway ramps.
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Hutchinson Parkway▸Jan 25 - A sedan traveling south on Hutchinson River Parkway was struck in the left rear quarter panel by an SUV. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old man, suffered whiplash and arm injuries but was conscious and restrained. No driver errors were cited in the report.
According to the police report, at 22:31 on Hutchinson River Parkway, a sedan traveling south was impacted in the left rear quarter panel by a station wagon/SUV. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old male occupant, was injured with whiplash and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The SUV had no occupants at the time and no driver information was provided. The sedan's front end sustained damage, indicating the point of impact was the SUV striking it from behind. The report focuses on the collision impact and resulting injuries without assigning fault or noting victim behavior.
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SUV Hits Woman Crossing Parkview Avenue▸Jan 24 - SUV struck a 64-year-old woman crossing Parkview Avenue in the Bronx. She suffered knee and leg injuries. The driver failed to avoid her. No vehicle damage reported. Impact hit her left front side.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old woman was hit by a Mercedes SUV while crossing Parkview Avenue in the Bronx at 6:40 AM. The pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. She suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No damage was reported to the vehicle. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian's actions or safety equipment were noted.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jan 22 - A 44-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a vehicle traveling straight ahead. The impact caused upper leg and hip injuries. Driver inattention and distraction led to the collision at a Bronx intersection.
According to the police report, at 9:22 AM in the Bronx on St Peters Ave near Tratman Ave, a pedestrian was injured when a vehicle traveling straight ahead struck him at the center front end. The pedestrian, a 44-year-old male, was crossing with the signal and sustained contusions and bruises to his hip and upper leg, with injury severity rated at level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. The vehicle had no occupants other than the driver and no further vehicle details were provided.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass▸Jan 17 - A city bus teetered over a Bronx overpass after swerving to dodge a double-parked car. Steel scraped concrete. Debris rained down. No one was hurt. The wall broke. The rules broke first.
NY1 reported on January 17, 2025, that a BxM1 MTA bus nearly plunged from the Henry Hudson Parkway overpass after the driver swerved to avoid an illegally double-parked car. The bus crashed into the wall, leaving it hanging over the edge. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said, "We’re told by the MTA that the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, and he hit the wall and went through it." No injuries were reported, but the crash caused structural damage and scattered debris below. City Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted, "It speaks to the importance of enforcing our parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car." The incident highlights the danger posed by lax parking enforcement and infrastructure vulnerable to impact.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass,
NY1,
Published 2025-01-17
15
Audi Driver Loses Leg in Violent Expressway Crash▸Jan 15 - Metal screamed on the Cross Bronx Expressway. An Audi’s left side caved in. The lone driver, 25, was held by his belt but lost part of his leg. He did not wake. The car kept its silence.
A severe crash on the Cross Bronx Expressway left a 25-year-old Audi driver with an amputated leg, according to the police report. The incident occurred as the sedan traveled west, its left side absorbing the impact. The report states, 'An Audi took the hit on its left side. Metal screamed. The driver, 25, alone, lost part of his leg. The lap belt held him. He did not wake.' The driver was found unconscious, suffering a traumatic injury to the lower leg and foot. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified,' offering no further detail on the cause or involvement of other vehicles. The focus remains on the catastrophic outcome and the systemic dangers present on high-speed corridors like the Cross Bronx Expressway.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection▸Jan 10 - A 26-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan hit her at a Bronx intersection. The vehicle's right front bumper made impact as it traveled northbound. The pedestrian was left in shock with complaints of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Baychester Avenue and Darrow Place in the Bronx at 8:06 AM. The pedestrian was struck by a northbound 2016 Hyundai sedan, which impacted her with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock and complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists the pedestrian's actions as 'Other Actions in Roadway' but does not specify any contributing driver errors or violations. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited in the report. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The focus remains on the collision caused by the vehicle's movement and impact, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
8A 1077
Benedetto co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
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File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
8S 131
Fernandez co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
5
Marmorato Warns Congestion Pricing Raises Costs and Gridlock▸Jan 5 - Businesses in Manhattan’s toll zone pass new $9 congestion fee to customers. Councilman Holden calls it a scam tax. Residents pay even if they don’t drive. Gridlock grows near the border. Critics warn of rising costs and slower emergency response.
On January 5, 2025, New York City began enforcing congestion pricing below 60th Street, charging drivers $9 during peak hours. The measure, discussed in the article 'NYC residents slapped with congestion pricing ‘surcharge’ by fed-up companies paying new toll: ‘Hochul inflation’,' has sparked backlash. Queens Councilman Robert F. Holden, representing District 30, condemned the move, stating, 'It’s no surprise that businesses will pass the Congestion Scam Tax on to consumers.' Companies like CompuVoip and Dream Events & Decor now add surcharges for customers in the zone. Holden’s criticism joins that of Bronx Councilwoman Kristy Marmorato and others, who warn of higher costs and increased gridlock. Emergency unions claim response times will suffer. The bill’s impact on vulnerable road users was not assessed.
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NYC residents slapped with congestion pricing ‘surcharge’ by fed-up companies paying new toll: ‘Hochul inflation’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-01-05
3
Marmorato Criticizes Congestion Pricing Cash Grab Impacting Commuters▸Jan 3 - Congestion pricing hits Manhattan at midnight. Cars pay to cross south of 60th. Lawmakers split. Some call it a burden. Others hail cleaner air, safer streets, and better transit. The toll stirs anger, hope, and a fight over who pays and who breathes.
On January 3, 2025, congestion pricing (no bill number cited) will begin in Manhattan after a federal judge allowed the toll to proceed. The policy charges most drivers $9 to enter south of 60th Street during peak hours. The matter, titled 'Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,' has drawn sharp lines. Council Member Robert F. Holden (District 30, Queens) opposes the toll, warning, 'I don't know how my district is going to be impacted.' He fears more cars parking in Queens and unclear pollution risks. Council Member Kristy Marmorato (Bronx) calls it a 'cash grab.' In contrast, State Sen. Kristen Gonzalez and Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas support the measure, citing cleaner air, safer streets, and transit upgrades. González-Rojas says, 'Congestion pricing isn't about penalizing anyone—it's about modernizing our transportation system and tackling climate change.' The judge ordered further study on environmental impacts, but the toll begins as scheduled.
-
Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,
amny.com,
Published 2025-01-03
3
Marmorato Opposes Safety‑Boosting Congestion Pricing Cash Grab▸Jan 3 - As congestion pricing begins, unions and politicians rage. They claim tolls hurt workers and raise costs. Facts show most commuters use transit. Fewer cars mean faster emergency response. The toll funds transit upgrades. The drama masks real safety gains for all.
On January 3, 2025, public debate erupted as New York City prepared to activate congestion pricing in Manhattan. The measure, set to fund $15 billion in subway and rail improvements, drew fierce opposition from unions and Councilwoman Kristy Marmorato, who called it a 'cash grab' that would 'increase all costs in our daily lives.' The union for FDNY EMTs argued the toll would burden low-wage workers, but data shows 90% of commuters already use public transit. City officials, including mayoral spokesperson Liz Garcia, insisted emergency response would not suffer. The measure's summary notes that reducing car traffic will speed up emergency vehicles and protect passengers. The uproar highlights the tension between entrenched driving privileges and the urgent need to make streets safer for vulnerable road users.
-
Congestion Pricing Is Happening: Cue the Irrational Drama from the Placard Elite and the Suburbs,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-01-03
2
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan During Right Turn▸Jan 2 - A northbound SUV struck the left rear quarter panel of a sedan making a right turn on Hutchinson River Parkway East. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old man, suffered back contusions and shock. Driver inexperience contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:20 on Hutchinson River Parkway East. A 2023 Jeep SUV traveling north went straight ahead and impacted the left rear quarter panel of a 2024 BMW sedan making a right turn. The sedan's left front bumper was damaged. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old male occupant, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and an unspecified contributing factor related to the sedan driver. Both drivers were licensed. The collision's impact point and vehicle damage indicate the SUV struck the sedan from behind during the turn. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
Jan 30 - A female SUV driver slammed into the rear of a sedan while both traveled northbound on the New England Thruway ramp. The sedan driver, 64, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Police cited following too closely and unsafe speed as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:21 on the New England Thruway ramp. A female driver in a 2021 Kia SUV struck the left rear bumper of a 2011 Nissan sedan traveling in the same direction. The sedan driver, a 64-year-old woman, was injured with complaints of pain and nausea and suffered injuries to her entire body. She was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt. The report identifies the SUV driver's errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The sedan driver was merging at the time of impact. The SUV sustained roof damage at the right front bumper, indicating a forceful rear collision. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and excessive speed on highway ramps.
25
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Hutchinson Parkway▸Jan 25 - A sedan traveling south on Hutchinson River Parkway was struck in the left rear quarter panel by an SUV. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old man, suffered whiplash and arm injuries but was conscious and restrained. No driver errors were cited in the report.
According to the police report, at 22:31 on Hutchinson River Parkway, a sedan traveling south was impacted in the left rear quarter panel by a station wagon/SUV. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old male occupant, was injured with whiplash and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The SUV had no occupants at the time and no driver information was provided. The sedan's front end sustained damage, indicating the point of impact was the SUV striking it from behind. The report focuses on the collision impact and resulting injuries without assigning fault or noting victim behavior.
24
SUV Hits Woman Crossing Parkview Avenue▸Jan 24 - SUV struck a 64-year-old woman crossing Parkview Avenue in the Bronx. She suffered knee and leg injuries. The driver failed to avoid her. No vehicle damage reported. Impact hit her left front side.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old woman was hit by a Mercedes SUV while crossing Parkview Avenue in the Bronx at 6:40 AM. The pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. She suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No damage was reported to the vehicle. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian's actions or safety equipment were noted.
22
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jan 22 - A 44-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a vehicle traveling straight ahead. The impact caused upper leg and hip injuries. Driver inattention and distraction led to the collision at a Bronx intersection.
According to the police report, at 9:22 AM in the Bronx on St Peters Ave near Tratman Ave, a pedestrian was injured when a vehicle traveling straight ahead struck him at the center front end. The pedestrian, a 44-year-old male, was crossing with the signal and sustained contusions and bruises to his hip and upper leg, with injury severity rated at level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. The vehicle had no occupants other than the driver and no further vehicle details were provided.
17
MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass▸Jan 17 - A city bus teetered over a Bronx overpass after swerving to dodge a double-parked car. Steel scraped concrete. Debris rained down. No one was hurt. The wall broke. The rules broke first.
NY1 reported on January 17, 2025, that a BxM1 MTA bus nearly plunged from the Henry Hudson Parkway overpass after the driver swerved to avoid an illegally double-parked car. The bus crashed into the wall, leaving it hanging over the edge. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said, "We’re told by the MTA that the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, and he hit the wall and went through it." No injuries were reported, but the crash caused structural damage and scattered debris below. City Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted, "It speaks to the importance of enforcing our parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car." The incident highlights the danger posed by lax parking enforcement and infrastructure vulnerable to impact.
-
MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass,
NY1,
Published 2025-01-17
15
Audi Driver Loses Leg in Violent Expressway Crash▸Jan 15 - Metal screamed on the Cross Bronx Expressway. An Audi’s left side caved in. The lone driver, 25, was held by his belt but lost part of his leg. He did not wake. The car kept its silence.
A severe crash on the Cross Bronx Expressway left a 25-year-old Audi driver with an amputated leg, according to the police report. The incident occurred as the sedan traveled west, its left side absorbing the impact. The report states, 'An Audi took the hit on its left side. Metal screamed. The driver, 25, alone, lost part of his leg. The lap belt held him. He did not wake.' The driver was found unconscious, suffering a traumatic injury to the lower leg and foot. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified,' offering no further detail on the cause or involvement of other vehicles. The focus remains on the catastrophic outcome and the systemic dangers present on high-speed corridors like the Cross Bronx Expressway.
10
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection▸Jan 10 - A 26-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan hit her at a Bronx intersection. The vehicle's right front bumper made impact as it traveled northbound. The pedestrian was left in shock with complaints of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Baychester Avenue and Darrow Place in the Bronx at 8:06 AM. The pedestrian was struck by a northbound 2016 Hyundai sedan, which impacted her with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock and complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists the pedestrian's actions as 'Other Actions in Roadway' but does not specify any contributing driver errors or violations. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited in the report. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The focus remains on the collision caused by the vehicle's movement and impact, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
8A 1077
Benedetto co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
-
File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
8S 131
Fernandez co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
5
Marmorato Warns Congestion Pricing Raises Costs and Gridlock▸Jan 5 - Businesses in Manhattan’s toll zone pass new $9 congestion fee to customers. Councilman Holden calls it a scam tax. Residents pay even if they don’t drive. Gridlock grows near the border. Critics warn of rising costs and slower emergency response.
On January 5, 2025, New York City began enforcing congestion pricing below 60th Street, charging drivers $9 during peak hours. The measure, discussed in the article 'NYC residents slapped with congestion pricing ‘surcharge’ by fed-up companies paying new toll: ‘Hochul inflation’,' has sparked backlash. Queens Councilman Robert F. Holden, representing District 30, condemned the move, stating, 'It’s no surprise that businesses will pass the Congestion Scam Tax on to consumers.' Companies like CompuVoip and Dream Events & Decor now add surcharges for customers in the zone. Holden’s criticism joins that of Bronx Councilwoman Kristy Marmorato and others, who warn of higher costs and increased gridlock. Emergency unions claim response times will suffer. The bill’s impact on vulnerable road users was not assessed.
-
NYC residents slapped with congestion pricing ‘surcharge’ by fed-up companies paying new toll: ‘Hochul inflation’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-01-05
3
Marmorato Criticizes Congestion Pricing Cash Grab Impacting Commuters▸Jan 3 - Congestion pricing hits Manhattan at midnight. Cars pay to cross south of 60th. Lawmakers split. Some call it a burden. Others hail cleaner air, safer streets, and better transit. The toll stirs anger, hope, and a fight over who pays and who breathes.
On January 3, 2025, congestion pricing (no bill number cited) will begin in Manhattan after a federal judge allowed the toll to proceed. The policy charges most drivers $9 to enter south of 60th Street during peak hours. The matter, titled 'Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,' has drawn sharp lines. Council Member Robert F. Holden (District 30, Queens) opposes the toll, warning, 'I don't know how my district is going to be impacted.' He fears more cars parking in Queens and unclear pollution risks. Council Member Kristy Marmorato (Bronx) calls it a 'cash grab.' In contrast, State Sen. Kristen Gonzalez and Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas support the measure, citing cleaner air, safer streets, and transit upgrades. González-Rojas says, 'Congestion pricing isn't about penalizing anyone—it's about modernizing our transportation system and tackling climate change.' The judge ordered further study on environmental impacts, but the toll begins as scheduled.
-
Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,
amny.com,
Published 2025-01-03
3
Marmorato Opposes Safety‑Boosting Congestion Pricing Cash Grab▸Jan 3 - As congestion pricing begins, unions and politicians rage. They claim tolls hurt workers and raise costs. Facts show most commuters use transit. Fewer cars mean faster emergency response. The toll funds transit upgrades. The drama masks real safety gains for all.
On January 3, 2025, public debate erupted as New York City prepared to activate congestion pricing in Manhattan. The measure, set to fund $15 billion in subway and rail improvements, drew fierce opposition from unions and Councilwoman Kristy Marmorato, who called it a 'cash grab' that would 'increase all costs in our daily lives.' The union for FDNY EMTs argued the toll would burden low-wage workers, but data shows 90% of commuters already use public transit. City officials, including mayoral spokesperson Liz Garcia, insisted emergency response would not suffer. The measure's summary notes that reducing car traffic will speed up emergency vehicles and protect passengers. The uproar highlights the tension between entrenched driving privileges and the urgent need to make streets safer for vulnerable road users.
-
Congestion Pricing Is Happening: Cue the Irrational Drama from the Placard Elite and the Suburbs,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-01-03
2
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan During Right Turn▸Jan 2 - A northbound SUV struck the left rear quarter panel of a sedan making a right turn on Hutchinson River Parkway East. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old man, suffered back contusions and shock. Driver inexperience contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:20 on Hutchinson River Parkway East. A 2023 Jeep SUV traveling north went straight ahead and impacted the left rear quarter panel of a 2024 BMW sedan making a right turn. The sedan's left front bumper was damaged. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old male occupant, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and an unspecified contributing factor related to the sedan driver. Both drivers were licensed. The collision's impact point and vehicle damage indicate the SUV struck the sedan from behind during the turn. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
Jan 25 - A sedan traveling south on Hutchinson River Parkway was struck in the left rear quarter panel by an SUV. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old man, suffered whiplash and arm injuries but was conscious and restrained. No driver errors were cited in the report.
According to the police report, at 22:31 on Hutchinson River Parkway, a sedan traveling south was impacted in the left rear quarter panel by a station wagon/SUV. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old male occupant, was injured with whiplash and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The SUV had no occupants at the time and no driver information was provided. The sedan's front end sustained damage, indicating the point of impact was the SUV striking it from behind. The report focuses on the collision impact and resulting injuries without assigning fault or noting victim behavior.
24
SUV Hits Woman Crossing Parkview Avenue▸Jan 24 - SUV struck a 64-year-old woman crossing Parkview Avenue in the Bronx. She suffered knee and leg injuries. The driver failed to avoid her. No vehicle damage reported. Impact hit her left front side.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old woman was hit by a Mercedes SUV while crossing Parkview Avenue in the Bronx at 6:40 AM. The pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. She suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No damage was reported to the vehicle. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian's actions or safety equipment were noted.
22
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jan 22 - A 44-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a vehicle traveling straight ahead. The impact caused upper leg and hip injuries. Driver inattention and distraction led to the collision at a Bronx intersection.
According to the police report, at 9:22 AM in the Bronx on St Peters Ave near Tratman Ave, a pedestrian was injured when a vehicle traveling straight ahead struck him at the center front end. The pedestrian, a 44-year-old male, was crossing with the signal and sustained contusions and bruises to his hip and upper leg, with injury severity rated at level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. The vehicle had no occupants other than the driver and no further vehicle details were provided.
17
MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass▸Jan 17 - A city bus teetered over a Bronx overpass after swerving to dodge a double-parked car. Steel scraped concrete. Debris rained down. No one was hurt. The wall broke. The rules broke first.
NY1 reported on January 17, 2025, that a BxM1 MTA bus nearly plunged from the Henry Hudson Parkway overpass after the driver swerved to avoid an illegally double-parked car. The bus crashed into the wall, leaving it hanging over the edge. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said, "We’re told by the MTA that the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, and he hit the wall and went through it." No injuries were reported, but the crash caused structural damage and scattered debris below. City Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted, "It speaks to the importance of enforcing our parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car." The incident highlights the danger posed by lax parking enforcement and infrastructure vulnerable to impact.
-
MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass,
NY1,
Published 2025-01-17
15
Audi Driver Loses Leg in Violent Expressway Crash▸Jan 15 - Metal screamed on the Cross Bronx Expressway. An Audi’s left side caved in. The lone driver, 25, was held by his belt but lost part of his leg. He did not wake. The car kept its silence.
A severe crash on the Cross Bronx Expressway left a 25-year-old Audi driver with an amputated leg, according to the police report. The incident occurred as the sedan traveled west, its left side absorbing the impact. The report states, 'An Audi took the hit on its left side. Metal screamed. The driver, 25, alone, lost part of his leg. The lap belt held him. He did not wake.' The driver was found unconscious, suffering a traumatic injury to the lower leg and foot. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified,' offering no further detail on the cause or involvement of other vehicles. The focus remains on the catastrophic outcome and the systemic dangers present on high-speed corridors like the Cross Bronx Expressway.
10
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection▸Jan 10 - A 26-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan hit her at a Bronx intersection. The vehicle's right front bumper made impact as it traveled northbound. The pedestrian was left in shock with complaints of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Baychester Avenue and Darrow Place in the Bronx at 8:06 AM. The pedestrian was struck by a northbound 2016 Hyundai sedan, which impacted her with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock and complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists the pedestrian's actions as 'Other Actions in Roadway' but does not specify any contributing driver errors or violations. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited in the report. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The focus remains on the collision caused by the vehicle's movement and impact, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
8A 1077
Benedetto co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
-
File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
8S 131
Fernandez co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
5
Marmorato Warns Congestion Pricing Raises Costs and Gridlock▸Jan 5 - Businesses in Manhattan’s toll zone pass new $9 congestion fee to customers. Councilman Holden calls it a scam tax. Residents pay even if they don’t drive. Gridlock grows near the border. Critics warn of rising costs and slower emergency response.
On January 5, 2025, New York City began enforcing congestion pricing below 60th Street, charging drivers $9 during peak hours. The measure, discussed in the article 'NYC residents slapped with congestion pricing ‘surcharge’ by fed-up companies paying new toll: ‘Hochul inflation’,' has sparked backlash. Queens Councilman Robert F. Holden, representing District 30, condemned the move, stating, 'It’s no surprise that businesses will pass the Congestion Scam Tax on to consumers.' Companies like CompuVoip and Dream Events & Decor now add surcharges for customers in the zone. Holden’s criticism joins that of Bronx Councilwoman Kristy Marmorato and others, who warn of higher costs and increased gridlock. Emergency unions claim response times will suffer. The bill’s impact on vulnerable road users was not assessed.
-
NYC residents slapped with congestion pricing ‘surcharge’ by fed-up companies paying new toll: ‘Hochul inflation’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-01-05
3
Marmorato Criticizes Congestion Pricing Cash Grab Impacting Commuters▸Jan 3 - Congestion pricing hits Manhattan at midnight. Cars pay to cross south of 60th. Lawmakers split. Some call it a burden. Others hail cleaner air, safer streets, and better transit. The toll stirs anger, hope, and a fight over who pays and who breathes.
On January 3, 2025, congestion pricing (no bill number cited) will begin in Manhattan after a federal judge allowed the toll to proceed. The policy charges most drivers $9 to enter south of 60th Street during peak hours. The matter, titled 'Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,' has drawn sharp lines. Council Member Robert F. Holden (District 30, Queens) opposes the toll, warning, 'I don't know how my district is going to be impacted.' He fears more cars parking in Queens and unclear pollution risks. Council Member Kristy Marmorato (Bronx) calls it a 'cash grab.' In contrast, State Sen. Kristen Gonzalez and Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas support the measure, citing cleaner air, safer streets, and transit upgrades. González-Rojas says, 'Congestion pricing isn't about penalizing anyone—it's about modernizing our transportation system and tackling climate change.' The judge ordered further study on environmental impacts, but the toll begins as scheduled.
-
Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,
amny.com,
Published 2025-01-03
3
Marmorato Opposes Safety‑Boosting Congestion Pricing Cash Grab▸Jan 3 - As congestion pricing begins, unions and politicians rage. They claim tolls hurt workers and raise costs. Facts show most commuters use transit. Fewer cars mean faster emergency response. The toll funds transit upgrades. The drama masks real safety gains for all.
On January 3, 2025, public debate erupted as New York City prepared to activate congestion pricing in Manhattan. The measure, set to fund $15 billion in subway and rail improvements, drew fierce opposition from unions and Councilwoman Kristy Marmorato, who called it a 'cash grab' that would 'increase all costs in our daily lives.' The union for FDNY EMTs argued the toll would burden low-wage workers, but data shows 90% of commuters already use public transit. City officials, including mayoral spokesperson Liz Garcia, insisted emergency response would not suffer. The measure's summary notes that reducing car traffic will speed up emergency vehicles and protect passengers. The uproar highlights the tension between entrenched driving privileges and the urgent need to make streets safer for vulnerable road users.
-
Congestion Pricing Is Happening: Cue the Irrational Drama from the Placard Elite and the Suburbs,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-01-03
2
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan During Right Turn▸Jan 2 - A northbound SUV struck the left rear quarter panel of a sedan making a right turn on Hutchinson River Parkway East. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old man, suffered back contusions and shock. Driver inexperience contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:20 on Hutchinson River Parkway East. A 2023 Jeep SUV traveling north went straight ahead and impacted the left rear quarter panel of a 2024 BMW sedan making a right turn. The sedan's left front bumper was damaged. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old male occupant, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and an unspecified contributing factor related to the sedan driver. Both drivers were licensed. The collision's impact point and vehicle damage indicate the SUV struck the sedan from behind during the turn. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
Jan 24 - SUV struck a 64-year-old woman crossing Parkview Avenue in the Bronx. She suffered knee and leg injuries. The driver failed to avoid her. No vehicle damage reported. Impact hit her left front side.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old woman was hit by a Mercedes SUV while crossing Parkview Avenue in the Bronx at 6:40 AM. The pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. She suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No damage was reported to the vehicle. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian's actions or safety equipment were noted.
22
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jan 22 - A 44-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a vehicle traveling straight ahead. The impact caused upper leg and hip injuries. Driver inattention and distraction led to the collision at a Bronx intersection.
According to the police report, at 9:22 AM in the Bronx on St Peters Ave near Tratman Ave, a pedestrian was injured when a vehicle traveling straight ahead struck him at the center front end. The pedestrian, a 44-year-old male, was crossing with the signal and sustained contusions and bruises to his hip and upper leg, with injury severity rated at level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. The vehicle had no occupants other than the driver and no further vehicle details were provided.
17
MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass▸Jan 17 - A city bus teetered over a Bronx overpass after swerving to dodge a double-parked car. Steel scraped concrete. Debris rained down. No one was hurt. The wall broke. The rules broke first.
NY1 reported on January 17, 2025, that a BxM1 MTA bus nearly plunged from the Henry Hudson Parkway overpass after the driver swerved to avoid an illegally double-parked car. The bus crashed into the wall, leaving it hanging over the edge. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said, "We’re told by the MTA that the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, and he hit the wall and went through it." No injuries were reported, but the crash caused structural damage and scattered debris below. City Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted, "It speaks to the importance of enforcing our parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car." The incident highlights the danger posed by lax parking enforcement and infrastructure vulnerable to impact.
-
MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass,
NY1,
Published 2025-01-17
15
Audi Driver Loses Leg in Violent Expressway Crash▸Jan 15 - Metal screamed on the Cross Bronx Expressway. An Audi’s left side caved in. The lone driver, 25, was held by his belt but lost part of his leg. He did not wake. The car kept its silence.
A severe crash on the Cross Bronx Expressway left a 25-year-old Audi driver with an amputated leg, according to the police report. The incident occurred as the sedan traveled west, its left side absorbing the impact. The report states, 'An Audi took the hit on its left side. Metal screamed. The driver, 25, alone, lost part of his leg. The lap belt held him. He did not wake.' The driver was found unconscious, suffering a traumatic injury to the lower leg and foot. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified,' offering no further detail on the cause or involvement of other vehicles. The focus remains on the catastrophic outcome and the systemic dangers present on high-speed corridors like the Cross Bronx Expressway.
10
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection▸Jan 10 - A 26-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan hit her at a Bronx intersection. The vehicle's right front bumper made impact as it traveled northbound. The pedestrian was left in shock with complaints of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Baychester Avenue and Darrow Place in the Bronx at 8:06 AM. The pedestrian was struck by a northbound 2016 Hyundai sedan, which impacted her with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock and complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists the pedestrian's actions as 'Other Actions in Roadway' but does not specify any contributing driver errors or violations. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited in the report. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The focus remains on the collision caused by the vehicle's movement and impact, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
8A 1077
Benedetto co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
-
File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
8S 131
Fernandez co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
5
Marmorato Warns Congestion Pricing Raises Costs and Gridlock▸Jan 5 - Businesses in Manhattan’s toll zone pass new $9 congestion fee to customers. Councilman Holden calls it a scam tax. Residents pay even if they don’t drive. Gridlock grows near the border. Critics warn of rising costs and slower emergency response.
On January 5, 2025, New York City began enforcing congestion pricing below 60th Street, charging drivers $9 during peak hours. The measure, discussed in the article 'NYC residents slapped with congestion pricing ‘surcharge’ by fed-up companies paying new toll: ‘Hochul inflation’,' has sparked backlash. Queens Councilman Robert F. Holden, representing District 30, condemned the move, stating, 'It’s no surprise that businesses will pass the Congestion Scam Tax on to consumers.' Companies like CompuVoip and Dream Events & Decor now add surcharges for customers in the zone. Holden’s criticism joins that of Bronx Councilwoman Kristy Marmorato and others, who warn of higher costs and increased gridlock. Emergency unions claim response times will suffer. The bill’s impact on vulnerable road users was not assessed.
-
NYC residents slapped with congestion pricing ‘surcharge’ by fed-up companies paying new toll: ‘Hochul inflation’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-01-05
3
Marmorato Criticizes Congestion Pricing Cash Grab Impacting Commuters▸Jan 3 - Congestion pricing hits Manhattan at midnight. Cars pay to cross south of 60th. Lawmakers split. Some call it a burden. Others hail cleaner air, safer streets, and better transit. The toll stirs anger, hope, and a fight over who pays and who breathes.
On January 3, 2025, congestion pricing (no bill number cited) will begin in Manhattan after a federal judge allowed the toll to proceed. The policy charges most drivers $9 to enter south of 60th Street during peak hours. The matter, titled 'Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,' has drawn sharp lines. Council Member Robert F. Holden (District 30, Queens) opposes the toll, warning, 'I don't know how my district is going to be impacted.' He fears more cars parking in Queens and unclear pollution risks. Council Member Kristy Marmorato (Bronx) calls it a 'cash grab.' In contrast, State Sen. Kristen Gonzalez and Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas support the measure, citing cleaner air, safer streets, and transit upgrades. González-Rojas says, 'Congestion pricing isn't about penalizing anyone—it's about modernizing our transportation system and tackling climate change.' The judge ordered further study on environmental impacts, but the toll begins as scheduled.
-
Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,
amny.com,
Published 2025-01-03
3
Marmorato Opposes Safety‑Boosting Congestion Pricing Cash Grab▸Jan 3 - As congestion pricing begins, unions and politicians rage. They claim tolls hurt workers and raise costs. Facts show most commuters use transit. Fewer cars mean faster emergency response. The toll funds transit upgrades. The drama masks real safety gains for all.
On January 3, 2025, public debate erupted as New York City prepared to activate congestion pricing in Manhattan. The measure, set to fund $15 billion in subway and rail improvements, drew fierce opposition from unions and Councilwoman Kristy Marmorato, who called it a 'cash grab' that would 'increase all costs in our daily lives.' The union for FDNY EMTs argued the toll would burden low-wage workers, but data shows 90% of commuters already use public transit. City officials, including mayoral spokesperson Liz Garcia, insisted emergency response would not suffer. The measure's summary notes that reducing car traffic will speed up emergency vehicles and protect passengers. The uproar highlights the tension between entrenched driving privileges and the urgent need to make streets safer for vulnerable road users.
-
Congestion Pricing Is Happening: Cue the Irrational Drama from the Placard Elite and the Suburbs,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-01-03
2
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan During Right Turn▸Jan 2 - A northbound SUV struck the left rear quarter panel of a sedan making a right turn on Hutchinson River Parkway East. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old man, suffered back contusions and shock. Driver inexperience contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:20 on Hutchinson River Parkway East. A 2023 Jeep SUV traveling north went straight ahead and impacted the left rear quarter panel of a 2024 BMW sedan making a right turn. The sedan's left front bumper was damaged. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old male occupant, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and an unspecified contributing factor related to the sedan driver. Both drivers were licensed. The collision's impact point and vehicle damage indicate the SUV struck the sedan from behind during the turn. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
Jan 22 - A 44-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a vehicle traveling straight ahead. The impact caused upper leg and hip injuries. Driver inattention and distraction led to the collision at a Bronx intersection.
According to the police report, at 9:22 AM in the Bronx on St Peters Ave near Tratman Ave, a pedestrian was injured when a vehicle traveling straight ahead struck him at the center front end. The pedestrian, a 44-year-old male, was crossing with the signal and sustained contusions and bruises to his hip and upper leg, with injury severity rated at level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. The vehicle had no occupants other than the driver and no further vehicle details were provided.
17
MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass▸Jan 17 - A city bus teetered over a Bronx overpass after swerving to dodge a double-parked car. Steel scraped concrete. Debris rained down. No one was hurt. The wall broke. The rules broke first.
NY1 reported on January 17, 2025, that a BxM1 MTA bus nearly plunged from the Henry Hudson Parkway overpass after the driver swerved to avoid an illegally double-parked car. The bus crashed into the wall, leaving it hanging over the edge. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said, "We’re told by the MTA that the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, and he hit the wall and went through it." No injuries were reported, but the crash caused structural damage and scattered debris below. City Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted, "It speaks to the importance of enforcing our parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car." The incident highlights the danger posed by lax parking enforcement and infrastructure vulnerable to impact.
-
MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass,
NY1,
Published 2025-01-17
15
Audi Driver Loses Leg in Violent Expressway Crash▸Jan 15 - Metal screamed on the Cross Bronx Expressway. An Audi’s left side caved in. The lone driver, 25, was held by his belt but lost part of his leg. He did not wake. The car kept its silence.
A severe crash on the Cross Bronx Expressway left a 25-year-old Audi driver with an amputated leg, according to the police report. The incident occurred as the sedan traveled west, its left side absorbing the impact. The report states, 'An Audi took the hit on its left side. Metal screamed. The driver, 25, alone, lost part of his leg. The lap belt held him. He did not wake.' The driver was found unconscious, suffering a traumatic injury to the lower leg and foot. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified,' offering no further detail on the cause or involvement of other vehicles. The focus remains on the catastrophic outcome and the systemic dangers present on high-speed corridors like the Cross Bronx Expressway.
10
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection▸Jan 10 - A 26-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan hit her at a Bronx intersection. The vehicle's right front bumper made impact as it traveled northbound. The pedestrian was left in shock with complaints of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Baychester Avenue and Darrow Place in the Bronx at 8:06 AM. The pedestrian was struck by a northbound 2016 Hyundai sedan, which impacted her with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock and complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists the pedestrian's actions as 'Other Actions in Roadway' but does not specify any contributing driver errors or violations. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited in the report. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The focus remains on the collision caused by the vehicle's movement and impact, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
8A 1077
Benedetto co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
-
File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
8S 131
Fernandez co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
5
Marmorato Warns Congestion Pricing Raises Costs and Gridlock▸Jan 5 - Businesses in Manhattan’s toll zone pass new $9 congestion fee to customers. Councilman Holden calls it a scam tax. Residents pay even if they don’t drive. Gridlock grows near the border. Critics warn of rising costs and slower emergency response.
On January 5, 2025, New York City began enforcing congestion pricing below 60th Street, charging drivers $9 during peak hours. The measure, discussed in the article 'NYC residents slapped with congestion pricing ‘surcharge’ by fed-up companies paying new toll: ‘Hochul inflation’,' has sparked backlash. Queens Councilman Robert F. Holden, representing District 30, condemned the move, stating, 'It’s no surprise that businesses will pass the Congestion Scam Tax on to consumers.' Companies like CompuVoip and Dream Events & Decor now add surcharges for customers in the zone. Holden’s criticism joins that of Bronx Councilwoman Kristy Marmorato and others, who warn of higher costs and increased gridlock. Emergency unions claim response times will suffer. The bill’s impact on vulnerable road users was not assessed.
-
NYC residents slapped with congestion pricing ‘surcharge’ by fed-up companies paying new toll: ‘Hochul inflation’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-01-05
3
Marmorato Criticizes Congestion Pricing Cash Grab Impacting Commuters▸Jan 3 - Congestion pricing hits Manhattan at midnight. Cars pay to cross south of 60th. Lawmakers split. Some call it a burden. Others hail cleaner air, safer streets, and better transit. The toll stirs anger, hope, and a fight over who pays and who breathes.
On January 3, 2025, congestion pricing (no bill number cited) will begin in Manhattan after a federal judge allowed the toll to proceed. The policy charges most drivers $9 to enter south of 60th Street during peak hours. The matter, titled 'Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,' has drawn sharp lines. Council Member Robert F. Holden (District 30, Queens) opposes the toll, warning, 'I don't know how my district is going to be impacted.' He fears more cars parking in Queens and unclear pollution risks. Council Member Kristy Marmorato (Bronx) calls it a 'cash grab.' In contrast, State Sen. Kristen Gonzalez and Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas support the measure, citing cleaner air, safer streets, and transit upgrades. González-Rojas says, 'Congestion pricing isn't about penalizing anyone—it's about modernizing our transportation system and tackling climate change.' The judge ordered further study on environmental impacts, but the toll begins as scheduled.
-
Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,
amny.com,
Published 2025-01-03
3
Marmorato Opposes Safety‑Boosting Congestion Pricing Cash Grab▸Jan 3 - As congestion pricing begins, unions and politicians rage. They claim tolls hurt workers and raise costs. Facts show most commuters use transit. Fewer cars mean faster emergency response. The toll funds transit upgrades. The drama masks real safety gains for all.
On January 3, 2025, public debate erupted as New York City prepared to activate congestion pricing in Manhattan. The measure, set to fund $15 billion in subway and rail improvements, drew fierce opposition from unions and Councilwoman Kristy Marmorato, who called it a 'cash grab' that would 'increase all costs in our daily lives.' The union for FDNY EMTs argued the toll would burden low-wage workers, but data shows 90% of commuters already use public transit. City officials, including mayoral spokesperson Liz Garcia, insisted emergency response would not suffer. The measure's summary notes that reducing car traffic will speed up emergency vehicles and protect passengers. The uproar highlights the tension between entrenched driving privileges and the urgent need to make streets safer for vulnerable road users.
-
Congestion Pricing Is Happening: Cue the Irrational Drama from the Placard Elite and the Suburbs,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-01-03
2
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan During Right Turn▸Jan 2 - A northbound SUV struck the left rear quarter panel of a sedan making a right turn on Hutchinson River Parkway East. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old man, suffered back contusions and shock. Driver inexperience contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:20 on Hutchinson River Parkway East. A 2023 Jeep SUV traveling north went straight ahead and impacted the left rear quarter panel of a 2024 BMW sedan making a right turn. The sedan's left front bumper was damaged. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old male occupant, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and an unspecified contributing factor related to the sedan driver. Both drivers were licensed. The collision's impact point and vehicle damage indicate the SUV struck the sedan from behind during the turn. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
Jan 17 - A city bus teetered over a Bronx overpass after swerving to dodge a double-parked car. Steel scraped concrete. Debris rained down. No one was hurt. The wall broke. The rules broke first.
NY1 reported on January 17, 2025, that a BxM1 MTA bus nearly plunged from the Henry Hudson Parkway overpass after the driver swerved to avoid an illegally double-parked car. The bus crashed into the wall, leaving it hanging over the edge. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said, "We’re told by the MTA that the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, and he hit the wall and went through it." No injuries were reported, but the crash caused structural damage and scattered debris below. City Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted, "It speaks to the importance of enforcing our parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car." The incident highlights the danger posed by lax parking enforcement and infrastructure vulnerable to impact.
- MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass, NY1, Published 2025-01-17
15
Audi Driver Loses Leg in Violent Expressway Crash▸Jan 15 - Metal screamed on the Cross Bronx Expressway. An Audi’s left side caved in. The lone driver, 25, was held by his belt but lost part of his leg. He did not wake. The car kept its silence.
A severe crash on the Cross Bronx Expressway left a 25-year-old Audi driver with an amputated leg, according to the police report. The incident occurred as the sedan traveled west, its left side absorbing the impact. The report states, 'An Audi took the hit on its left side. Metal screamed. The driver, 25, alone, lost part of his leg. The lap belt held him. He did not wake.' The driver was found unconscious, suffering a traumatic injury to the lower leg and foot. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified,' offering no further detail on the cause or involvement of other vehicles. The focus remains on the catastrophic outcome and the systemic dangers present on high-speed corridors like the Cross Bronx Expressway.
10
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection▸Jan 10 - A 26-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan hit her at a Bronx intersection. The vehicle's right front bumper made impact as it traveled northbound. The pedestrian was left in shock with complaints of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Baychester Avenue and Darrow Place in the Bronx at 8:06 AM. The pedestrian was struck by a northbound 2016 Hyundai sedan, which impacted her with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock and complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists the pedestrian's actions as 'Other Actions in Roadway' but does not specify any contributing driver errors or violations. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited in the report. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The focus remains on the collision caused by the vehicle's movement and impact, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
8A 1077
Benedetto co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
-
File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
8S 131
Fernandez co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
5
Marmorato Warns Congestion Pricing Raises Costs and Gridlock▸Jan 5 - Businesses in Manhattan’s toll zone pass new $9 congestion fee to customers. Councilman Holden calls it a scam tax. Residents pay even if they don’t drive. Gridlock grows near the border. Critics warn of rising costs and slower emergency response.
On January 5, 2025, New York City began enforcing congestion pricing below 60th Street, charging drivers $9 during peak hours. The measure, discussed in the article 'NYC residents slapped with congestion pricing ‘surcharge’ by fed-up companies paying new toll: ‘Hochul inflation’,' has sparked backlash. Queens Councilman Robert F. Holden, representing District 30, condemned the move, stating, 'It’s no surprise that businesses will pass the Congestion Scam Tax on to consumers.' Companies like CompuVoip and Dream Events & Decor now add surcharges for customers in the zone. Holden’s criticism joins that of Bronx Councilwoman Kristy Marmorato and others, who warn of higher costs and increased gridlock. Emergency unions claim response times will suffer. The bill’s impact on vulnerable road users was not assessed.
-
NYC residents slapped with congestion pricing ‘surcharge’ by fed-up companies paying new toll: ‘Hochul inflation’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-01-05
3
Marmorato Criticizes Congestion Pricing Cash Grab Impacting Commuters▸Jan 3 - Congestion pricing hits Manhattan at midnight. Cars pay to cross south of 60th. Lawmakers split. Some call it a burden. Others hail cleaner air, safer streets, and better transit. The toll stirs anger, hope, and a fight over who pays and who breathes.
On January 3, 2025, congestion pricing (no bill number cited) will begin in Manhattan after a federal judge allowed the toll to proceed. The policy charges most drivers $9 to enter south of 60th Street during peak hours. The matter, titled 'Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,' has drawn sharp lines. Council Member Robert F. Holden (District 30, Queens) opposes the toll, warning, 'I don't know how my district is going to be impacted.' He fears more cars parking in Queens and unclear pollution risks. Council Member Kristy Marmorato (Bronx) calls it a 'cash grab.' In contrast, State Sen. Kristen Gonzalez and Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas support the measure, citing cleaner air, safer streets, and transit upgrades. González-Rojas says, 'Congestion pricing isn't about penalizing anyone—it's about modernizing our transportation system and tackling climate change.' The judge ordered further study on environmental impacts, but the toll begins as scheduled.
-
Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,
amny.com,
Published 2025-01-03
3
Marmorato Opposes Safety‑Boosting Congestion Pricing Cash Grab▸Jan 3 - As congestion pricing begins, unions and politicians rage. They claim tolls hurt workers and raise costs. Facts show most commuters use transit. Fewer cars mean faster emergency response. The toll funds transit upgrades. The drama masks real safety gains for all.
On January 3, 2025, public debate erupted as New York City prepared to activate congestion pricing in Manhattan. The measure, set to fund $15 billion in subway and rail improvements, drew fierce opposition from unions and Councilwoman Kristy Marmorato, who called it a 'cash grab' that would 'increase all costs in our daily lives.' The union for FDNY EMTs argued the toll would burden low-wage workers, but data shows 90% of commuters already use public transit. City officials, including mayoral spokesperson Liz Garcia, insisted emergency response would not suffer. The measure's summary notes that reducing car traffic will speed up emergency vehicles and protect passengers. The uproar highlights the tension between entrenched driving privileges and the urgent need to make streets safer for vulnerable road users.
-
Congestion Pricing Is Happening: Cue the Irrational Drama from the Placard Elite and the Suburbs,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-01-03
2
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan During Right Turn▸Jan 2 - A northbound SUV struck the left rear quarter panel of a sedan making a right turn on Hutchinson River Parkway East. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old man, suffered back contusions and shock. Driver inexperience contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:20 on Hutchinson River Parkway East. A 2023 Jeep SUV traveling north went straight ahead and impacted the left rear quarter panel of a 2024 BMW sedan making a right turn. The sedan's left front bumper was damaged. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old male occupant, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and an unspecified contributing factor related to the sedan driver. Both drivers were licensed. The collision's impact point and vehicle damage indicate the SUV struck the sedan from behind during the turn. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
Jan 15 - Metal screamed on the Cross Bronx Expressway. An Audi’s left side caved in. The lone driver, 25, was held by his belt but lost part of his leg. He did not wake. The car kept its silence.
A severe crash on the Cross Bronx Expressway left a 25-year-old Audi driver with an amputated leg, according to the police report. The incident occurred as the sedan traveled west, its left side absorbing the impact. The report states, 'An Audi took the hit on its left side. Metal screamed. The driver, 25, alone, lost part of his leg. The lap belt held him. He did not wake.' The driver was found unconscious, suffering a traumatic injury to the lower leg and foot. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified,' offering no further detail on the cause or involvement of other vehicles. The focus remains on the catastrophic outcome and the systemic dangers present on high-speed corridors like the Cross Bronx Expressway.
10
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection▸Jan 10 - A 26-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan hit her at a Bronx intersection. The vehicle's right front bumper made impact as it traveled northbound. The pedestrian was left in shock with complaints of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Baychester Avenue and Darrow Place in the Bronx at 8:06 AM. The pedestrian was struck by a northbound 2016 Hyundai sedan, which impacted her with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock and complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists the pedestrian's actions as 'Other Actions in Roadway' but does not specify any contributing driver errors or violations. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited in the report. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The focus remains on the collision caused by the vehicle's movement and impact, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
8A 1077
Benedetto co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
-
File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
8S 131
Fernandez co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
5
Marmorato Warns Congestion Pricing Raises Costs and Gridlock▸Jan 5 - Businesses in Manhattan’s toll zone pass new $9 congestion fee to customers. Councilman Holden calls it a scam tax. Residents pay even if they don’t drive. Gridlock grows near the border. Critics warn of rising costs and slower emergency response.
On January 5, 2025, New York City began enforcing congestion pricing below 60th Street, charging drivers $9 during peak hours. The measure, discussed in the article 'NYC residents slapped with congestion pricing ‘surcharge’ by fed-up companies paying new toll: ‘Hochul inflation’,' has sparked backlash. Queens Councilman Robert F. Holden, representing District 30, condemned the move, stating, 'It’s no surprise that businesses will pass the Congestion Scam Tax on to consumers.' Companies like CompuVoip and Dream Events & Decor now add surcharges for customers in the zone. Holden’s criticism joins that of Bronx Councilwoman Kristy Marmorato and others, who warn of higher costs and increased gridlock. Emergency unions claim response times will suffer. The bill’s impact on vulnerable road users was not assessed.
-
NYC residents slapped with congestion pricing ‘surcharge’ by fed-up companies paying new toll: ‘Hochul inflation’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-01-05
3
Marmorato Criticizes Congestion Pricing Cash Grab Impacting Commuters▸Jan 3 - Congestion pricing hits Manhattan at midnight. Cars pay to cross south of 60th. Lawmakers split. Some call it a burden. Others hail cleaner air, safer streets, and better transit. The toll stirs anger, hope, and a fight over who pays and who breathes.
On January 3, 2025, congestion pricing (no bill number cited) will begin in Manhattan after a federal judge allowed the toll to proceed. The policy charges most drivers $9 to enter south of 60th Street during peak hours. The matter, titled 'Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,' has drawn sharp lines. Council Member Robert F. Holden (District 30, Queens) opposes the toll, warning, 'I don't know how my district is going to be impacted.' He fears more cars parking in Queens and unclear pollution risks. Council Member Kristy Marmorato (Bronx) calls it a 'cash grab.' In contrast, State Sen. Kristen Gonzalez and Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas support the measure, citing cleaner air, safer streets, and transit upgrades. González-Rojas says, 'Congestion pricing isn't about penalizing anyone—it's about modernizing our transportation system and tackling climate change.' The judge ordered further study on environmental impacts, but the toll begins as scheduled.
-
Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,
amny.com,
Published 2025-01-03
3
Marmorato Opposes Safety‑Boosting Congestion Pricing Cash Grab▸Jan 3 - As congestion pricing begins, unions and politicians rage. They claim tolls hurt workers and raise costs. Facts show most commuters use transit. Fewer cars mean faster emergency response. The toll funds transit upgrades. The drama masks real safety gains for all.
On January 3, 2025, public debate erupted as New York City prepared to activate congestion pricing in Manhattan. The measure, set to fund $15 billion in subway and rail improvements, drew fierce opposition from unions and Councilwoman Kristy Marmorato, who called it a 'cash grab' that would 'increase all costs in our daily lives.' The union for FDNY EMTs argued the toll would burden low-wage workers, but data shows 90% of commuters already use public transit. City officials, including mayoral spokesperson Liz Garcia, insisted emergency response would not suffer. The measure's summary notes that reducing car traffic will speed up emergency vehicles and protect passengers. The uproar highlights the tension between entrenched driving privileges and the urgent need to make streets safer for vulnerable road users.
-
Congestion Pricing Is Happening: Cue the Irrational Drama from the Placard Elite and the Suburbs,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-01-03
2
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan During Right Turn▸Jan 2 - A northbound SUV struck the left rear quarter panel of a sedan making a right turn on Hutchinson River Parkway East. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old man, suffered back contusions and shock. Driver inexperience contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:20 on Hutchinson River Parkway East. A 2023 Jeep SUV traveling north went straight ahead and impacted the left rear quarter panel of a 2024 BMW sedan making a right turn. The sedan's left front bumper was damaged. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old male occupant, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and an unspecified contributing factor related to the sedan driver. Both drivers were licensed. The collision's impact point and vehicle damage indicate the SUV struck the sedan from behind during the turn. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
Jan 10 - A 26-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan hit her at a Bronx intersection. The vehicle's right front bumper made impact as it traveled northbound. The pedestrian was left in shock with complaints of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Baychester Avenue and Darrow Place in the Bronx at 8:06 AM. The pedestrian was struck by a northbound 2016 Hyundai sedan, which impacted her with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock and complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists the pedestrian's actions as 'Other Actions in Roadway' but does not specify any contributing driver errors or violations. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited in the report. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The focus remains on the collision caused by the vehicle's movement and impact, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
8A 1077
Benedetto co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
-
File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
8S 131
Fernandez co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
5
Marmorato Warns Congestion Pricing Raises Costs and Gridlock▸Jan 5 - Businesses in Manhattan’s toll zone pass new $9 congestion fee to customers. Councilman Holden calls it a scam tax. Residents pay even if they don’t drive. Gridlock grows near the border. Critics warn of rising costs and slower emergency response.
On January 5, 2025, New York City began enforcing congestion pricing below 60th Street, charging drivers $9 during peak hours. The measure, discussed in the article 'NYC residents slapped with congestion pricing ‘surcharge’ by fed-up companies paying new toll: ‘Hochul inflation’,' has sparked backlash. Queens Councilman Robert F. Holden, representing District 30, condemned the move, stating, 'It’s no surprise that businesses will pass the Congestion Scam Tax on to consumers.' Companies like CompuVoip and Dream Events & Decor now add surcharges for customers in the zone. Holden’s criticism joins that of Bronx Councilwoman Kristy Marmorato and others, who warn of higher costs and increased gridlock. Emergency unions claim response times will suffer. The bill’s impact on vulnerable road users was not assessed.
-
NYC residents slapped with congestion pricing ‘surcharge’ by fed-up companies paying new toll: ‘Hochul inflation’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-01-05
3
Marmorato Criticizes Congestion Pricing Cash Grab Impacting Commuters▸Jan 3 - Congestion pricing hits Manhattan at midnight. Cars pay to cross south of 60th. Lawmakers split. Some call it a burden. Others hail cleaner air, safer streets, and better transit. The toll stirs anger, hope, and a fight over who pays and who breathes.
On January 3, 2025, congestion pricing (no bill number cited) will begin in Manhattan after a federal judge allowed the toll to proceed. The policy charges most drivers $9 to enter south of 60th Street during peak hours. The matter, titled 'Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,' has drawn sharp lines. Council Member Robert F. Holden (District 30, Queens) opposes the toll, warning, 'I don't know how my district is going to be impacted.' He fears more cars parking in Queens and unclear pollution risks. Council Member Kristy Marmorato (Bronx) calls it a 'cash grab.' In contrast, State Sen. Kristen Gonzalez and Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas support the measure, citing cleaner air, safer streets, and transit upgrades. González-Rojas says, 'Congestion pricing isn't about penalizing anyone—it's about modernizing our transportation system and tackling climate change.' The judge ordered further study on environmental impacts, but the toll begins as scheduled.
-
Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,
amny.com,
Published 2025-01-03
3
Marmorato Opposes Safety‑Boosting Congestion Pricing Cash Grab▸Jan 3 - As congestion pricing begins, unions and politicians rage. They claim tolls hurt workers and raise costs. Facts show most commuters use transit. Fewer cars mean faster emergency response. The toll funds transit upgrades. The drama masks real safety gains for all.
On January 3, 2025, public debate erupted as New York City prepared to activate congestion pricing in Manhattan. The measure, set to fund $15 billion in subway and rail improvements, drew fierce opposition from unions and Councilwoman Kristy Marmorato, who called it a 'cash grab' that would 'increase all costs in our daily lives.' The union for FDNY EMTs argued the toll would burden low-wage workers, but data shows 90% of commuters already use public transit. City officials, including mayoral spokesperson Liz Garcia, insisted emergency response would not suffer. The measure's summary notes that reducing car traffic will speed up emergency vehicles and protect passengers. The uproar highlights the tension between entrenched driving privileges and the urgent need to make streets safer for vulnerable road users.
-
Congestion Pricing Is Happening: Cue the Irrational Drama from the Placard Elite and the Suburbs,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-01-03
2
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan During Right Turn▸Jan 2 - A northbound SUV struck the left rear quarter panel of a sedan making a right turn on Hutchinson River Parkway East. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old man, suffered back contusions and shock. Driver inexperience contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:20 on Hutchinson River Parkway East. A 2023 Jeep SUV traveling north went straight ahead and impacted the left rear quarter panel of a 2024 BMW sedan making a right turn. The sedan's left front bumper was damaged. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old male occupant, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and an unspecified contributing factor related to the sedan driver. Both drivers were licensed. The collision's impact point and vehicle damage indicate the SUV struck the sedan from behind during the turn. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
- File A 1077, Open States, Published 2025-01-08
8S 131
Fernandez co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
5
Marmorato Warns Congestion Pricing Raises Costs and Gridlock▸Jan 5 - Businesses in Manhattan’s toll zone pass new $9 congestion fee to customers. Councilman Holden calls it a scam tax. Residents pay even if they don’t drive. Gridlock grows near the border. Critics warn of rising costs and slower emergency response.
On January 5, 2025, New York City began enforcing congestion pricing below 60th Street, charging drivers $9 during peak hours. The measure, discussed in the article 'NYC residents slapped with congestion pricing ‘surcharge’ by fed-up companies paying new toll: ‘Hochul inflation’,' has sparked backlash. Queens Councilman Robert F. Holden, representing District 30, condemned the move, stating, 'It’s no surprise that businesses will pass the Congestion Scam Tax on to consumers.' Companies like CompuVoip and Dream Events & Decor now add surcharges for customers in the zone. Holden’s criticism joins that of Bronx Councilwoman Kristy Marmorato and others, who warn of higher costs and increased gridlock. Emergency unions claim response times will suffer. The bill’s impact on vulnerable road users was not assessed.
-
NYC residents slapped with congestion pricing ‘surcharge’ by fed-up companies paying new toll: ‘Hochul inflation’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-01-05
3
Marmorato Criticizes Congestion Pricing Cash Grab Impacting Commuters▸Jan 3 - Congestion pricing hits Manhattan at midnight. Cars pay to cross south of 60th. Lawmakers split. Some call it a burden. Others hail cleaner air, safer streets, and better transit. The toll stirs anger, hope, and a fight over who pays and who breathes.
On January 3, 2025, congestion pricing (no bill number cited) will begin in Manhattan after a federal judge allowed the toll to proceed. The policy charges most drivers $9 to enter south of 60th Street during peak hours. The matter, titled 'Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,' has drawn sharp lines. Council Member Robert F. Holden (District 30, Queens) opposes the toll, warning, 'I don't know how my district is going to be impacted.' He fears more cars parking in Queens and unclear pollution risks. Council Member Kristy Marmorato (Bronx) calls it a 'cash grab.' In contrast, State Sen. Kristen Gonzalez and Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas support the measure, citing cleaner air, safer streets, and transit upgrades. González-Rojas says, 'Congestion pricing isn't about penalizing anyone—it's about modernizing our transportation system and tackling climate change.' The judge ordered further study on environmental impacts, but the toll begins as scheduled.
-
Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,
amny.com,
Published 2025-01-03
3
Marmorato Opposes Safety‑Boosting Congestion Pricing Cash Grab▸Jan 3 - As congestion pricing begins, unions and politicians rage. They claim tolls hurt workers and raise costs. Facts show most commuters use transit. Fewer cars mean faster emergency response. The toll funds transit upgrades. The drama masks real safety gains for all.
On January 3, 2025, public debate erupted as New York City prepared to activate congestion pricing in Manhattan. The measure, set to fund $15 billion in subway and rail improvements, drew fierce opposition from unions and Councilwoman Kristy Marmorato, who called it a 'cash grab' that would 'increase all costs in our daily lives.' The union for FDNY EMTs argued the toll would burden low-wage workers, but data shows 90% of commuters already use public transit. City officials, including mayoral spokesperson Liz Garcia, insisted emergency response would not suffer. The measure's summary notes that reducing car traffic will speed up emergency vehicles and protect passengers. The uproar highlights the tension between entrenched driving privileges and the urgent need to make streets safer for vulnerable road users.
-
Congestion Pricing Is Happening: Cue the Irrational Drama from the Placard Elite and the Suburbs,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-01-03
2
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan During Right Turn▸Jan 2 - A northbound SUV struck the left rear quarter panel of a sedan making a right turn on Hutchinson River Parkway East. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old man, suffered back contusions and shock. Driver inexperience contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:20 on Hutchinson River Parkway East. A 2023 Jeep SUV traveling north went straight ahead and impacted the left rear quarter panel of a 2024 BMW sedan making a right turn. The sedan's left front bumper was damaged. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old male occupant, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and an unspecified contributing factor related to the sedan driver. Both drivers were licensed. The collision's impact point and vehicle damage indicate the SUV struck the sedan from behind during the turn. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 131, Open States, Published 2025-01-08
5
Marmorato Warns Congestion Pricing Raises Costs and Gridlock▸Jan 5 - Businesses in Manhattan’s toll zone pass new $9 congestion fee to customers. Councilman Holden calls it a scam tax. Residents pay even if they don’t drive. Gridlock grows near the border. Critics warn of rising costs and slower emergency response.
On January 5, 2025, New York City began enforcing congestion pricing below 60th Street, charging drivers $9 during peak hours. The measure, discussed in the article 'NYC residents slapped with congestion pricing ‘surcharge’ by fed-up companies paying new toll: ‘Hochul inflation’,' has sparked backlash. Queens Councilman Robert F. Holden, representing District 30, condemned the move, stating, 'It’s no surprise that businesses will pass the Congestion Scam Tax on to consumers.' Companies like CompuVoip and Dream Events & Decor now add surcharges for customers in the zone. Holden’s criticism joins that of Bronx Councilwoman Kristy Marmorato and others, who warn of higher costs and increased gridlock. Emergency unions claim response times will suffer. The bill’s impact on vulnerable road users was not assessed.
-
NYC residents slapped with congestion pricing ‘surcharge’ by fed-up companies paying new toll: ‘Hochul inflation’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-01-05
3
Marmorato Criticizes Congestion Pricing Cash Grab Impacting Commuters▸Jan 3 - Congestion pricing hits Manhattan at midnight. Cars pay to cross south of 60th. Lawmakers split. Some call it a burden. Others hail cleaner air, safer streets, and better transit. The toll stirs anger, hope, and a fight over who pays and who breathes.
On January 3, 2025, congestion pricing (no bill number cited) will begin in Manhattan after a federal judge allowed the toll to proceed. The policy charges most drivers $9 to enter south of 60th Street during peak hours. The matter, titled 'Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,' has drawn sharp lines. Council Member Robert F. Holden (District 30, Queens) opposes the toll, warning, 'I don't know how my district is going to be impacted.' He fears more cars parking in Queens and unclear pollution risks. Council Member Kristy Marmorato (Bronx) calls it a 'cash grab.' In contrast, State Sen. Kristen Gonzalez and Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas support the measure, citing cleaner air, safer streets, and transit upgrades. González-Rojas says, 'Congestion pricing isn't about penalizing anyone—it's about modernizing our transportation system and tackling climate change.' The judge ordered further study on environmental impacts, but the toll begins as scheduled.
-
Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,
amny.com,
Published 2025-01-03
3
Marmorato Opposes Safety‑Boosting Congestion Pricing Cash Grab▸Jan 3 - As congestion pricing begins, unions and politicians rage. They claim tolls hurt workers and raise costs. Facts show most commuters use transit. Fewer cars mean faster emergency response. The toll funds transit upgrades. The drama masks real safety gains for all.
On January 3, 2025, public debate erupted as New York City prepared to activate congestion pricing in Manhattan. The measure, set to fund $15 billion in subway and rail improvements, drew fierce opposition from unions and Councilwoman Kristy Marmorato, who called it a 'cash grab' that would 'increase all costs in our daily lives.' The union for FDNY EMTs argued the toll would burden low-wage workers, but data shows 90% of commuters already use public transit. City officials, including mayoral spokesperson Liz Garcia, insisted emergency response would not suffer. The measure's summary notes that reducing car traffic will speed up emergency vehicles and protect passengers. The uproar highlights the tension between entrenched driving privileges and the urgent need to make streets safer for vulnerable road users.
-
Congestion Pricing Is Happening: Cue the Irrational Drama from the Placard Elite and the Suburbs,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-01-03
2
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan During Right Turn▸Jan 2 - A northbound SUV struck the left rear quarter panel of a sedan making a right turn on Hutchinson River Parkway East. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old man, suffered back contusions and shock. Driver inexperience contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:20 on Hutchinson River Parkway East. A 2023 Jeep SUV traveling north went straight ahead and impacted the left rear quarter panel of a 2024 BMW sedan making a right turn. The sedan's left front bumper was damaged. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old male occupant, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and an unspecified contributing factor related to the sedan driver. Both drivers were licensed. The collision's impact point and vehicle damage indicate the SUV struck the sedan from behind during the turn. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
Jan 5 - Businesses in Manhattan’s toll zone pass new $9 congestion fee to customers. Councilman Holden calls it a scam tax. Residents pay even if they don’t drive. Gridlock grows near the border. Critics warn of rising costs and slower emergency response.
On January 5, 2025, New York City began enforcing congestion pricing below 60th Street, charging drivers $9 during peak hours. The measure, discussed in the article 'NYC residents slapped with congestion pricing ‘surcharge’ by fed-up companies paying new toll: ‘Hochul inflation’,' has sparked backlash. Queens Councilman Robert F. Holden, representing District 30, condemned the move, stating, 'It’s no surprise that businesses will pass the Congestion Scam Tax on to consumers.' Companies like CompuVoip and Dream Events & Decor now add surcharges for customers in the zone. Holden’s criticism joins that of Bronx Councilwoman Kristy Marmorato and others, who warn of higher costs and increased gridlock. Emergency unions claim response times will suffer. The bill’s impact on vulnerable road users was not assessed.
- NYC residents slapped with congestion pricing ‘surcharge’ by fed-up companies paying new toll: ‘Hochul inflation’, nypost.com, Published 2025-01-05
3
Marmorato Criticizes Congestion Pricing Cash Grab Impacting Commuters▸Jan 3 - Congestion pricing hits Manhattan at midnight. Cars pay to cross south of 60th. Lawmakers split. Some call it a burden. Others hail cleaner air, safer streets, and better transit. The toll stirs anger, hope, and a fight over who pays and who breathes.
On January 3, 2025, congestion pricing (no bill number cited) will begin in Manhattan after a federal judge allowed the toll to proceed. The policy charges most drivers $9 to enter south of 60th Street during peak hours. The matter, titled 'Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,' has drawn sharp lines. Council Member Robert F. Holden (District 30, Queens) opposes the toll, warning, 'I don't know how my district is going to be impacted.' He fears more cars parking in Queens and unclear pollution risks. Council Member Kristy Marmorato (Bronx) calls it a 'cash grab.' In contrast, State Sen. Kristen Gonzalez and Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas support the measure, citing cleaner air, safer streets, and transit upgrades. González-Rojas says, 'Congestion pricing isn't about penalizing anyone—it's about modernizing our transportation system and tackling climate change.' The judge ordered further study on environmental impacts, but the toll begins as scheduled.
-
Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,
amny.com,
Published 2025-01-03
3
Marmorato Opposes Safety‑Boosting Congestion Pricing Cash Grab▸Jan 3 - As congestion pricing begins, unions and politicians rage. They claim tolls hurt workers and raise costs. Facts show most commuters use transit. Fewer cars mean faster emergency response. The toll funds transit upgrades. The drama masks real safety gains for all.
On January 3, 2025, public debate erupted as New York City prepared to activate congestion pricing in Manhattan. The measure, set to fund $15 billion in subway and rail improvements, drew fierce opposition from unions and Councilwoman Kristy Marmorato, who called it a 'cash grab' that would 'increase all costs in our daily lives.' The union for FDNY EMTs argued the toll would burden low-wage workers, but data shows 90% of commuters already use public transit. City officials, including mayoral spokesperson Liz Garcia, insisted emergency response would not suffer. The measure's summary notes that reducing car traffic will speed up emergency vehicles and protect passengers. The uproar highlights the tension between entrenched driving privileges and the urgent need to make streets safer for vulnerable road users.
-
Congestion Pricing Is Happening: Cue the Irrational Drama from the Placard Elite and the Suburbs,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-01-03
2
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan During Right Turn▸Jan 2 - A northbound SUV struck the left rear quarter panel of a sedan making a right turn on Hutchinson River Parkway East. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old man, suffered back contusions and shock. Driver inexperience contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:20 on Hutchinson River Parkway East. A 2023 Jeep SUV traveling north went straight ahead and impacted the left rear quarter panel of a 2024 BMW sedan making a right turn. The sedan's left front bumper was damaged. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old male occupant, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and an unspecified contributing factor related to the sedan driver. Both drivers were licensed. The collision's impact point and vehicle damage indicate the SUV struck the sedan from behind during the turn. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
Jan 3 - Congestion pricing hits Manhattan at midnight. Cars pay to cross south of 60th. Lawmakers split. Some call it a burden. Others hail cleaner air, safer streets, and better transit. The toll stirs anger, hope, and a fight over who pays and who breathes.
On January 3, 2025, congestion pricing (no bill number cited) will begin in Manhattan after a federal judge allowed the toll to proceed. The policy charges most drivers $9 to enter south of 60th Street during peak hours. The matter, titled 'Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,' has drawn sharp lines. Council Member Robert F. Holden (District 30, Queens) opposes the toll, warning, 'I don't know how my district is going to be impacted.' He fears more cars parking in Queens and unclear pollution risks. Council Member Kristy Marmorato (Bronx) calls it a 'cash grab.' In contrast, State Sen. Kristen Gonzalez and Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas support the measure, citing cleaner air, safer streets, and transit upgrades. González-Rojas says, 'Congestion pricing isn't about penalizing anyone—it's about modernizing our transportation system and tackling climate change.' The judge ordered further study on environmental impacts, but the toll begins as scheduled.
- Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll, amny.com, Published 2025-01-03
3
Marmorato Opposes Safety‑Boosting Congestion Pricing Cash Grab▸Jan 3 - As congestion pricing begins, unions and politicians rage. They claim tolls hurt workers and raise costs. Facts show most commuters use transit. Fewer cars mean faster emergency response. The toll funds transit upgrades. The drama masks real safety gains for all.
On January 3, 2025, public debate erupted as New York City prepared to activate congestion pricing in Manhattan. The measure, set to fund $15 billion in subway and rail improvements, drew fierce opposition from unions and Councilwoman Kristy Marmorato, who called it a 'cash grab' that would 'increase all costs in our daily lives.' The union for FDNY EMTs argued the toll would burden low-wage workers, but data shows 90% of commuters already use public transit. City officials, including mayoral spokesperson Liz Garcia, insisted emergency response would not suffer. The measure's summary notes that reducing car traffic will speed up emergency vehicles and protect passengers. The uproar highlights the tension between entrenched driving privileges and the urgent need to make streets safer for vulnerable road users.
-
Congestion Pricing Is Happening: Cue the Irrational Drama from the Placard Elite and the Suburbs,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-01-03
2
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan During Right Turn▸Jan 2 - A northbound SUV struck the left rear quarter panel of a sedan making a right turn on Hutchinson River Parkway East. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old man, suffered back contusions and shock. Driver inexperience contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:20 on Hutchinson River Parkway East. A 2023 Jeep SUV traveling north went straight ahead and impacted the left rear quarter panel of a 2024 BMW sedan making a right turn. The sedan's left front bumper was damaged. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old male occupant, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and an unspecified contributing factor related to the sedan driver. Both drivers were licensed. The collision's impact point and vehicle damage indicate the SUV struck the sedan from behind during the turn. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
Jan 3 - As congestion pricing begins, unions and politicians rage. They claim tolls hurt workers and raise costs. Facts show most commuters use transit. Fewer cars mean faster emergency response. The toll funds transit upgrades. The drama masks real safety gains for all.
On January 3, 2025, public debate erupted as New York City prepared to activate congestion pricing in Manhattan. The measure, set to fund $15 billion in subway and rail improvements, drew fierce opposition from unions and Councilwoman Kristy Marmorato, who called it a 'cash grab' that would 'increase all costs in our daily lives.' The union for FDNY EMTs argued the toll would burden low-wage workers, but data shows 90% of commuters already use public transit. City officials, including mayoral spokesperson Liz Garcia, insisted emergency response would not suffer. The measure's summary notes that reducing car traffic will speed up emergency vehicles and protect passengers. The uproar highlights the tension between entrenched driving privileges and the urgent need to make streets safer for vulnerable road users.
- Congestion Pricing Is Happening: Cue the Irrational Drama from the Placard Elite and the Suburbs, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-01-03
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan During Right Turn▸Jan 2 - A northbound SUV struck the left rear quarter panel of a sedan making a right turn on Hutchinson River Parkway East. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old man, suffered back contusions and shock. Driver inexperience contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:20 on Hutchinson River Parkway East. A 2023 Jeep SUV traveling north went straight ahead and impacted the left rear quarter panel of a 2024 BMW sedan making a right turn. The sedan's left front bumper was damaged. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old male occupant, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and an unspecified contributing factor related to the sedan driver. Both drivers were licensed. The collision's impact point and vehicle damage indicate the SUV struck the sedan from behind during the turn. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
Jan 2 - A northbound SUV struck the left rear quarter panel of a sedan making a right turn on Hutchinson River Parkway East. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old man, suffered back contusions and shock. Driver inexperience contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:20 on Hutchinson River Parkway East. A 2023 Jeep SUV traveling north went straight ahead and impacted the left rear quarter panel of a 2024 BMW sedan making a right turn. The sedan's left front bumper was damaged. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old male occupant, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and an unspecified contributing factor related to the sedan driver. Both drivers were licensed. The collision's impact point and vehicle damage indicate the SUV struck the sedan from behind during the turn. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.