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Maritza Davila endorsed Mark Levine’s run for Comptroller. Levine vows to cut living costs, build housing, and make streets safer. He supports congestion pricing and more cycling lanes. Davila’s support signals a push for citywide safety and accountability.

On December 12, 2024, Mark Levine announced his candidacy for New York City Comptroller. The campaign launch drew endorsements from Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, Assembly Members Brian Cunningham and Maritza Davila, and others. The campaign summary states Levine will 'drive affordability, solve the housing crisis, support working families, demand fiscal responsibility, and make streets safer.' Davila, representing District 53, publicly backed Levine. Levine’s record includes advocacy for congestion pricing, e-commerce reform, and expanding cycling infrastructure. These stances align with efforts to protect vulnerable road users and reduce traffic violence. The campaign’s focus on safer streets and better transit marks a shift toward systemic change for New Yorkers.

• Mark Levine launches campaign for Comptroller, backed with citywide support, amny.com, Published 2024-12-12

SUV turned left on Irving Avenue. Driver inexperience and distraction. Pedestrian, 30, crossing with signal. Struck at center front. Knee and leg injuries. Pain and shock. Systemic danger at the intersection.

According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was crossing Irving Avenue in Brooklyn with the signal when a Ford SUV, traveling east and making a left turn, struck him at the center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian's lawful crossing is noted but not cited as a factor. The crash highlights the risks created by driver error at busy Brooklyn intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4779975 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A 38-year-old male e-bike rider was ejected and injured in a Brooklyn crash on Gates Avenue. The collision involved an e-scooter and was caused by driver inattention. The rider suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries, with no vehicle damage reported.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Gates Avenue in Brooklyn involving an e-bike and an e-scooter. The e-bike rider, a 38-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The e-bike was traveling south, going straight ahead, and the point of impact was the center back end of the bike. No damage was reported to the vehicles involved. The injured rider was conscious at the scene. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior or safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in Brooklyn's streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4777886 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A 59-year-old man suffered head injuries after a sedan making a left turn struck him in a marked crosswalk. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive, causing a collision that left the pedestrian with abrasions and a serious head injury.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Covert Street near Evergreen Avenue in Brooklyn at 6:48 p.m. A sedan traveling west was making a left turn when it struck a 59-year-old male pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and abrasions, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers failing to yield to pedestrians legally crossing the street.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4778675 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

Council bill bars cars from blocking crosswalks. No standing or parking within 20 feet. City must install daylighting barriers at 1,000 intersections yearly. Streets clear. Sightlines open. Danger cut.

Int 1138-2024, now laid over in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced December 5, 2024. The bill states: “prohibiting standing or parking a vehicle within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection.” Council Member Erik D. Bottcher leads, joined by Public Advocate Jumaane Williams and over two dozen co-sponsors. The law orders the Department of Transportation to install daylighting barriers at a minimum of 1,000 intersections each year, up from 100. The city must also run outreach and education. The bill aims to keep crosswalks clear, improve visibility, and protect people on foot and bike. No more hiding behind parked cars. The committee laid the bill over on April 21, 2025.

• File Int 1138-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-12-05

Council bill bars cars from blocking crosswalks. No standing or parking within 20 feet. City must install daylighting barriers at 1,000 intersections yearly. Streets clear. Sightlines open. Danger cut.

Int 1138-2024, now laid over in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced December 5, 2024. The bill states: “prohibiting standing or parking a vehicle within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection.” Council Member Erik D. Bottcher leads, joined by Public Advocate Jumaane Williams and over two dozen co-sponsors. The law orders the Department of Transportation to install daylighting barriers at a minimum of 1,000 intersections each year, up from 100. The city must also run outreach and education. The bill aims to keep crosswalks clear, improve visibility, and protect people on foot and bike. No more hiding behind parked cars. The committee laid the bill over on April 21, 2025.

• File Int 1138-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-12-05

A driver fell asleep and veered, smashing SUVs on Wilson Avenue. One man, 42, took the brunt—body battered, mind in shock. Police cite fatigue and bad lane use. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.

According to the police report, a crash erupted on Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn at 16:41. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Fell Asleep' as the main causes. Two SUVs collided, one driven by a 42-year-old man who suffered full-body trauma and shock. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. Police highlight driver fatigue and improper lane use as the key errors. No mention of victim fault or other contributing behaviors appears in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4776370 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A motorcycle traveling northwest struck a parked sedan on Willoughby Ave in Brooklyn. The solo rider, a 55-year-old man, suffered elbow and arm injuries. Police cited unsafe speed and driver inexperience as contributing factors in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:20 on Willoughby Ave in Brooklyn. A 55-year-old male motorcycle driver, wearing a helmet, was traveling northwest when he collided with a parked sedan. The sedan was stationary, facing north, with no occupants inside. The motorcycle driver sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the crash. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors to the collision. No damage was noted on the motorcycle, while the sedan sustained damage to its right rear quarter panel. The crash highlights the dangers posed by speeding and inexperienced vehicle operators, with no fault attributed to the parked vehicle or its absence of occupants.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4792438 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A 28-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan hit him on Wilson Ave in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The crash involved unsafe speed by the driver, causing bruising and contusions.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight ahead on Wilson Ave in Brooklyn struck a 28-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the collision. The report identifies unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the crash. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating a possibly low-speed impact, but the pedestrian still suffered significant injury. There is no indication of any contributing factors from the pedestrian. The driver’s failure to control speed created a dangerous situation resulting in harm to a lawful pedestrian.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4792402 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A sedan struck the rear right bumper of a bus making a right turn on Bushwick Avenue. The sedan’s front passenger suffered a neck injury and concussion. Driver distraction and alcohol involvement contributed to the crash, with limited view cited.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:28 on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn. A bus was making a right turn when a sedan traveling east struck its right rear bumper. The sedan driver’s errors included driver inattention and distraction, compounded by alcohol involvement and a limited view. The sedan’s front passenger, a 43-year-old woman, was injured with a neck injury and concussion but was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The bus sustained no damage and had one licensed male driver. The report highlights driver error on the sedan’s part as the primary cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the passenger.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4776924 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A 22-year-old bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury after a collision with an SUV on Gates Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver’s improper lane usage caused the crash, leaving the cyclist semiconscious with minor bleeding.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:50 AM on Gates Avenue in Brooklyn. A 22-year-old male bicyclist was traveling south when he was struck by a 2021 Jeep SUV traveling east. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a head injury, resulting in semiconsciousness and minor bleeding. The police report identifies the SUV driver's error as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper," indicating a failure to maintain proper lane discipline. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist’s actions. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead prior to the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4774473 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A city worker crashed into three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, struck a car with a pregnant woman, and tried to flee. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her near the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.

Gothamist (2024-11-27) reports a New York City Housing Authority employee crashed into three vehicles near Gates Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn. Police say the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," dragged a person trying to get her information, and hit another car with a pregnant woman inside. She then struck a third, unoccupied vehicle before being arrested by city sheriffs nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to a hospital for evaluation. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights ongoing risks at busy intersections and underscores the consequences of fleeing after a crash.

• Driver Drags Person, Hits Pregnant Woman, Gothamist, Published 2024-11-27

A sedan making a left turn struck a 40-year-old woman crossing Wilson Ave with the signal. The pedestrian suffered upper arm injuries and shock. The driver, a 28-year-old man, also experienced shock. Failure to yield right-of-way caused the collision.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Wilson Ave was making a left turn when it struck a 40-year-old female pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and injuries to her shoulder and upper arm, resulting in shock. The driver, a 28-year-old male occupant of the sedan, was not visibly injured but also experienced shock. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for both the driver and the pedestrian. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, and no vehicle damage was reported. The driver was licensed in New York and was the sole occupant of the sedan. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal did not prevent the collision, highlighting the driver's failure to yield as the primary cause.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4775146 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

Bay Ridge’s parks and promenade get $30 million for repairs and upgrades. Community Board 10 approves. New lighting, wider paths, and more green space promised. Council Member Justin Brannan funds and supports. Cyclists and pedestrians get safer, smoother routes. No timeline yet.

On November 25, 2024, City Council Member Justin Brannan and Community Board 10 announced approval and funding for major upgrades to the Bay Ridge Promenade and Leif Ericson Park. The Parks Committee and full board both voted unanimously for the $30 million overhaul, which includes $20.97 million for the Shore Road Promenade and $9.25 million for Leif Ericson Park. The project, described as 'Destination: Greenways!', will expand green space, separate bike and pedestrian lanes, add lighting, and install new amenities. Brannan, a key funder and supporter, said, 'Our local parks are the lungs of our city.' The overhaul aims to improve recreational cycling, repair pothole-ridden paths, and increase accessibility. Board members raised concerns about safety and sanitation, which the Parks Department pledged to address in final designs. No construction timeline has been set.

• Bay Ridge community board greenlights $30M facelift for Shore Road Promenade, Leif Ericson Park, brooklynpaper.com, Published 2024-11-25

A 16-year-old girl suffered a concussion and head injury after a northbound SUV struck her at an intersection on Bushwick Avenue. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian in shock with serious injuries.

According to the police report, a 2019 Nissan SUV traveling north on Bushwick Avenue struck a 16-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection near Menahan Street. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when the vehicle’s left front bumper made impact. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained a concussion and head injury, classified as injury severity level 3, and was left in shock. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in Brooklyn intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4773561 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A bus hit a 15-year-old girl as she crossed St. Nicholas Avenue with the signal. Blood marked the crosswalk. The bus kept moving. The girl stayed conscious, head bleeding, as the street bore silent witness to the violence of traffic.

According to the police report, a bus traveling north on St. Nicholas Avenue struck a 15-year-old girl in the crosswalk at Stanhope Street. The report states the pedestrian was 'crossing with signal' when the collision occurred. The girl suffered severe lacerations to her head but remained conscious at the scene. The narrative notes, 'Blood pooled on white paint,' underscoring the violence of the impact. The bus did not stop and was described as 'unmarked.' Police list the contributing factors as 'unspecified,' but the report makes clear the pedestrian was in the intersection, acting lawfully, with the signal in her favor. No driver errors are explicitly cited in the data, but the facts highlight the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians even when following traffic rules.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4775142 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

Council weakened Adams’s zoning plan. Parking mandates stay in low-density zones. Central areas lose mandates. Housing projections drop. Some neighborhoods bear the burden. Car-centric rules persist. Vulnerable road users see little relief. The city’s streets remain dangerous.

""The consequences of today's decision to exempt R1, R2, and R3 contextual districts from City of Yes are severe," he said in a statement. "The housing pressure on every other neighborhood will go up, which means if Queens or Staten Island doesn't grow, Brooklyn is asked to do more than our fair share."" -- Antonio Reynoso

Bill: City of Yes zoning reform. Status: Amended and advanced by City Council on November 22, 2024. The Council’s action, described as 'watering down' the mayor’s plan, keeps mandatory parking in low-density neighborhoods while ending it in central areas. The matter summary states: 'ending mandatory parking in areas with the best transit while keeping the costly mandate in low-density neighborhoods where it most hinders development.' Council Member Crystal Hudson voted yes, urging all neighborhoods to share the housing burden. Council Member Kevin Riley defended single-family zones. Council Member Rafael Salamanca cited balancing concerns and securing $5 billion for affordable housing. Borough President Antonio Reynoso warned of increased housing pressure elsewhere. The Council’s changes preserve car-centric zoning, leaving vulnerable road users exposed and limiting progress on safer, less car-dependent streets.

• Analysis: Mayor Gets the ‘W,’ But Council Turns His Zoning Plan into ‘City Of Yes … Sort Of’, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-11-22

Council demands DOT show its work. The law forces public updates on every street safety project. No more hiding delays. No more silent cost overruns. Progress for bus riders, cyclists, and walkers must be tracked and posted.

Int 1105-2024 became law on May 10, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, sponsored by Julie Won and co-sponsored by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others, amends the city code to require the Department of Transportation to post annual and monthly updates on all projects tied to the streets master plan. The law’s title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' It forces transparency on protected bike lanes, bus lanes, pedestrian signals, and upgrades. The public will see delays, costs, and status. No more secrets. The mayor returned it unsigned, but the law stands.

• File Int 1105-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-11-13

A bicyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries after a rear-end collision on Bushwick Avenue. The driver’s inattention and following too closely caused the crash. The cyclist was unhelmeted and left in shock with pain and nausea.

According to the police report, at 2:59 AM on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn, a bicyclist was injured when struck from behind. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors to the collision. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained head injuries, resulting in shock and complaints of pain and nausea. The bike overturned upon impact, and the point of impact was the center back end of the bicycle and the center front end of the other vehicle, which was traveling straight south. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and unsafe following distances in Brooklyn streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4769983 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A sedan turning right struck a 62-year-old bicyclist traveling southwest on Central Ave in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion but was conscious and not ejected. Police cited the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:10 AM on Central Ave near Cooper St in Brooklyn. A sedan making a right turn collided with a bicyclist traveling southwest. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front bumper striking the center back end of the bike. The 62-year-old male bicyclist sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the sedan driver as the contributing factor. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet, but the report does not list this as a contributing factor. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The incident highlights the dangers posed by drivers failing to yield to vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4768195 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04