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 12
▸ Crush Injuries 12
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 9
▸ Severe Lacerations 8
▸ Concussion 18
▸ Whiplash 71
▸ Contusion/Bruise 155
▸ Abrasion 100
▸ Pain/Nausea 44
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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BQE ramp, a fire, and a flight — then another family gets the call
Brooklyn CB6: Jan 1, 2022 - Sep 3, 2025
Just after the morning rush on Aug 27, 2025, a box truck hit a motorcyclist by the BQE’s Atlantic Avenue exit in Cobble Hill. The rider, a 30‑year‑old NYPD officer headed home, died at the scene; police later charged the truck driver with leaving the crash scene.
“We are, once again, gathering to mourn another preventable tragedy on our streets,” State Sen. Andrew Gounardes said at a recent Brooklyn street‑safety rally. “But it doesn’t have to be this way.” BKReader
He was one of nine people killed on the streets of Brooklyn Community Board 6 since Jan 1, 2022, according to city crash data we analyzed from NYC Open Data here. The same data show hundreds more left injured.
BQE, Flatbush, Atlantic: pain points you can map
- The Brooklyn‑Queens Expressway through CB6 is a long‑running hotspot, with deaths and scores of injuries tied to that corridor, including at the Atlantic Avenue ramps NYC Open Data.
- Flatbush Avenue and Atlantic Avenue also rack up repeated harm in this district, as does 4th Avenue — wide, fast, and unforgiving NYC Open Data.
- Trucks figure in some of the worst outcomes here, including pedestrian deaths, according to the same dataset NYC Open Data.
The pattern does not let up. Over the last 12 months in CB6, crashes numbered in the thousands and injuries in the hundreds; deaths continued. Year‑to‑date, crashes and injuries remain high compared to last year’s pace, while severe injuries dipped — a small mercy in a sea of wrecks NYC Open Data.
What the record shows — and what local leaders have done
- After the BQE death near Atlantic, the truck driver was arrested and charged with leaving the scene that caused a death, police said ABC7 and NY Daily News.
- Albany renewed New York City’s school‑zone speed cameras through 2030. Gov. Hochul signed it; Sen. Andrew Gounardes sponsored and voted yes, and Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon voted yes, according to public records and coverage Streetsblog NYC.
- To rein in the worst repeat speeders, Gounardes is the sponsor of the Stop Super Speeders Act in the Senate (S 4045) and voted yes in committee; Simon co‑sponsors its Assembly partner (A 2299 listed here alongside related enforcement fixes) Open States. These bills would require intelligent speed assistance for drivers with repeated violations.
Streets that forgive mistakes — not just punish them
- Daylight every corner to clear sightlines. The Council’s Progressive Caucus is pushing a universal daylighting bill this year; DOT has raised doubts, but lawmakers call it “proven.” The Transportation Committee can bring it to a vote City & State NY.
- Add leading pedestrian intervals and hardened turns on Atlantic, Flatbush, and 4th. Slow turning speeds save lives — especially where trucks mix with walkers and cyclists NYC Open Data.
- Fix truck movements at BQE ramps with tighter geometry and clear yield control. The crash that killed the officer happened at an expressway ramp; ramps magnify force when things go wrong ABC7 and NYC Open Data.
Citywide levers that matter on these blocks
- Lower the default speed limit. Albany reauthorized cameras; the next step is slower speeds on every block. The governor signed the camera law; the city has the tools and the data shows speed kills. The Council and DOT have to move Streetsblog NYC.
- Pass the Stop Super Speeders Act. Sen. Gounardes is in; Assembly Member Simon is on board as a co‑sponsor. The full Legislature can finish the job this session Open States.
The officer’s crash on the BQE ramp was not the first life taken on these streets, and it will not be the last unless we change the streets and the rules. Start with speed. Start with the worst repeat offenders. Then clear the corners so people can see and live. Take one step today at Take Action.
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - CrashID 4838104, Persons dataset, Vehicles dataset , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-03
- Truck driver charged after off-duty NYPD officer killed in hit-and-run crash in Brooklyn, ABC7, Published 2025-08-28
- Truck driver arrested in Brooklyn crash that killed off-duty NYPD cop on motorcycle, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-28
- Hochul Signs Speed Camera Reauthorization, Enforcement Continues Through 2030, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-30
- File S 4045, Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-11
- Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes, BKReader, Published 2025-07-24
- NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025, City & State NY, Published 2025-07-30
- File A 7997, Open States / NY Assembly, Published 2025-04-16
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon
District 52
Council Member Shahana K. Hanif
District 39
State Senator Andrew Gounardes
District 26
▸ Other Geographies
Brooklyn CB6 Brooklyn Community Board 6 sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 76, District 39, AD 52, SD 26.
It contains Carroll Gardens-Cobble Hill-Gowanus-Red Hook, Park Slope.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Brooklyn Community Board 6
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Gounardes Opposes NJ Lawsuit Supports Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing▸Jul 21 - New York leaders stand firm on congestion pricing. They dismiss New Jersey’s lawsuit as political theater. Officials say the environmental review was thorough. The MTA promises mitigation for affected communities. The fight centers on who controls city streets and who pays the price.
On July 21, 2023, New York officials responded to a lawsuit from New Jersey over congestion pricing. The matter, titled 'New York Doubles Down on Congestion Pricing After New Jersey Sues,' saw Governor Kathy Hochul, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, and Assemblymember Robert Carroll defend the plan. Gounardes called the suit 'a cynical attempt' by New Jersey to interfere. Carroll labeled it 'a stunt.' MTA spokesperson John McCarthy said the environmental assessment 'covered every conceivable potential traffic, air quality, social and economic effect.' The MTA also pledged mitigation for environmental justice communities. The bill’s status is active, with strong support from New York’s leadership and ongoing opposition from New Jersey.
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New York Doubles Down on Congestion Pricing After New Jersey Sues,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-21
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Motorcycle Strikes SUV Right Side in Brooklyn▸Jul 20 - A motorcycle hit the right side of an SUV on 8 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 55-year-old male motorcyclist was partially ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries plus a concussion. Both drivers were distracted. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet.
According to the police report, a 2018 Kawasaki motorcycle traveling north struck the right side doors of a 2022 Toyota SUV traveling west on 8 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcyclist, a 55-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, along with a concussion. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. Additionally, the motorcyclist was noted for improper passing or lane usage. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The SUV sustained damage to its center front end, while the motorcycle was damaged on its right side doors.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Injured Crossing Bush Street▸Jul 20 - A 19-year-old man was struck while crossing Bush Street in Brooklyn. He suffered abrasions and full-body injuries, left in shock. The crash involved an unspecified vehicle. No driver errors or contributing factors were reported by police.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Bush Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body, resulting in shock. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The vehicle involved was unspecified, and no details about the driver or vehicle condition were provided. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. No safety equipment or other factors were noted. The report focuses on the pedestrian's injuries and the location but does not assign fault or blame to the victim.
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E-Scooter Injured in Brooklyn SUV Collision▸Jul 19 - A 23-year-old man on an e-scooter was injured in Brooklyn after an SUV struck his scooter’s front end. The rider suffered shoulder and upper arm contusions. The crash happened near Dwight Street at 7:28 p.m. Driver errors led to the impact.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Brooklyn involving a 23-year-old male e-scooter driver and a 2023 Kia SUV. The e-scooter was traveling west, and the SUV was traveling north near Dwight Street. The SUV struck the e-scooter on its right rear quarter panel, impacting the scooter’s center front end. The e-scooter rider sustained a contusion and bruising to his shoulder and upper arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Passing Too Closely. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash resulted in moderate injury to the vulnerable road user, the e-scooter rider.
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Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn SUV Collision▸Jul 19 - A 27-year-old man was struck by an SUV on Verona Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. The SUV was parked before impact.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male pedestrian was injured when struck by a Station Wagon/SUV on Verona Street, Brooklyn. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV was parked prior to the collision and was hit on its left front quarter panel. The other vehicle involved was a sedan traveling east with damage to its right front bumper. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were specified. The pedestrian was conscious and not at an intersection at the time of the crash.
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Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling on Manhattan Crossings▸Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
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Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
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Hanif Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling on Crossings▸Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
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Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
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Mitaynes Backs Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling Plan▸Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
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Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
18
Simon Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling on Manhattan Crossings▸Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
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Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
12
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Hamilton Avenue▸Jul 12 - Two SUVs collided on Hamilton Avenue. The rear vehicle struck the front one. A 65-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles. The rear SUV showed damage; the front had none.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles traveling northwest on Hamilton Avenue collided. The rear SUV, driven by a 65-year-old woman, struck the back of the front SUV. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and suffered neck injuries and shock. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Brakes Defective' as contributing factors for the injured driver. The front SUV showed no damage, while the rear SUV had damage to its center back end. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision resulted from driver errors related to reacting to other vehicles and mechanical failure, not from the actions of any vulnerable road user.
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E-Bike Struck by SUV Making Left Turn▸Jul 11 - An e-bike rider was injured in Brooklyn when a sport utility vehicle made a left turn and hit him on the left side doors. The rider suffered bruises and arm injuries. The SUV driver’s improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male e-bike rider was injured after a 2020 Hyundai SUV made a left turn and collided with him on 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists the SUV driver’s contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The SUV’s left side doors were damaged, while the e-bike showed no damage. The crash occurred as the SUV was making a left turn and the e-bike was traveling straight ahead. No safety equipment was noted for the e-bike rider.
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Gounardes Opposes BQE Expansion Doubling Down On Past▸Jul 7 - City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
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DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
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Jo Anne Simon Opposes Harmful BQE Highway Expansion Plan▸Jul 7 - City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
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DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
6
Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Jul 6 - A moped collided with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 16-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured hip and dislocated leg. The crash involved unsafe speed and handheld cellphone use by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling south collided with a northbound SUV on 4 Avenue near Butler Street in Brooklyn. The 16-year-old male moped driver was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a fractured hip and dislocated upper leg. The report lists unsafe speed and handheld cellphone use by the moped driver as contributing factors. The SUV struck the moped on its right side doors, damaging its right rear quarter panel. The moped driver was conscious but seriously injured. No other occupants were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers of speeding and distracted driving on city streets.
5
SUV Strikes Bicyclist Making Left Turn▸Jul 5 - A 56-year-old female bicyclist was injured after an SUV hit her on the right side while she made a left turn in Brooklyn. The SUV was traveling north, the bike east. Driver inattention caused the crash. The cyclist wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a 56-year-old female bicyclist was injured when a 2018 Ford SUV traveling north struck her bike on the right side doors as she made a left turn heading east on 1 Place in Brooklyn. The SUV impacted the center front end. The bicyclist suffered injuries to her entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in interactions with vulnerable road users.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and SUV collided on Flatbush Avenue. The unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling south. The SUV was struck on the right side. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2018 Jeep SUV and a moped. The moped driver, a 26-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV was struck on its right side doors. Both vehicles were traveling south. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor for the crash. The moped driver was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and had two occupants. The crash resulted from improper lane usage by one or both drivers, leading to the moped driver's severe injuries.
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Sedan Crash on Expressway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 1 - A Ford sedan took a hit on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Two men inside, ages 29 and 36, suffered back injuries and shock. One wore a lap belt. The other had no safety gear. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a 2022 Ford sedan traveling west on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway was struck on its left rear bumper. Two male passengers, ages 29 and 36, were injured. Both suffered back injuries and shock. The 29-year-old in the rear wore a lap belt. The 36-year-old front passenger had no safety equipment. The report lists no driver errors or specific contributing factors. Neither man was ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was a licensed woman from New York.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Rear-End Crash▸Jul 1 - A 19-year-old woman on a bike was ejected and injured in a rear-end crash on Flatbush Avenue. Two bikes collided. Police cite following too closely. The rider suffered arm abrasions. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, two bicycles traveling north on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn collided. A 19-year-old female bicyclist was ejected from her bike and suffered abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver error as following too closely. The impact occurred between the left rear quarter panel of one bike and the left front bumper of the other. The injured bicyclist remained conscious. No other vehicle occupants were involved.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Rear-End Crash Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a rear-end collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred as both vehicles traveled westbound. The bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist was injured after being struck from behind while traveling westbound in Brooklyn near 61 9 Street. The bicyclist, a 27-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision damaged the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the bicyclist's bike. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were noted.
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Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸Jun 23 - SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
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Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Jul 21 - New York leaders stand firm on congestion pricing. They dismiss New Jersey’s lawsuit as political theater. Officials say the environmental review was thorough. The MTA promises mitigation for affected communities. The fight centers on who controls city streets and who pays the price.
On July 21, 2023, New York officials responded to a lawsuit from New Jersey over congestion pricing. The matter, titled 'New York Doubles Down on Congestion Pricing After New Jersey Sues,' saw Governor Kathy Hochul, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, and Assemblymember Robert Carroll defend the plan. Gounardes called the suit 'a cynical attempt' by New Jersey to interfere. Carroll labeled it 'a stunt.' MTA spokesperson John McCarthy said the environmental assessment 'covered every conceivable potential traffic, air quality, social and economic effect.' The MTA also pledged mitigation for environmental justice communities. The bill’s status is active, with strong support from New York’s leadership and ongoing opposition from New Jersey.
- New York Doubles Down on Congestion Pricing After New Jersey Sues, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-07-21
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Motorcycle Strikes SUV Right Side in Brooklyn▸Jul 20 - A motorcycle hit the right side of an SUV on 8 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 55-year-old male motorcyclist was partially ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries plus a concussion. Both drivers were distracted. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet.
According to the police report, a 2018 Kawasaki motorcycle traveling north struck the right side doors of a 2022 Toyota SUV traveling west on 8 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcyclist, a 55-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, along with a concussion. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. Additionally, the motorcyclist was noted for improper passing or lane usage. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The SUV sustained damage to its center front end, while the motorcycle was damaged on its right side doors.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Injured Crossing Bush Street▸Jul 20 - A 19-year-old man was struck while crossing Bush Street in Brooklyn. He suffered abrasions and full-body injuries, left in shock. The crash involved an unspecified vehicle. No driver errors or contributing factors were reported by police.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Bush Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body, resulting in shock. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The vehicle involved was unspecified, and no details about the driver or vehicle condition were provided. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. No safety equipment or other factors were noted. The report focuses on the pedestrian's injuries and the location but does not assign fault or blame to the victim.
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E-Scooter Injured in Brooklyn SUV Collision▸Jul 19 - A 23-year-old man on an e-scooter was injured in Brooklyn after an SUV struck his scooter’s front end. The rider suffered shoulder and upper arm contusions. The crash happened near Dwight Street at 7:28 p.m. Driver errors led to the impact.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Brooklyn involving a 23-year-old male e-scooter driver and a 2023 Kia SUV. The e-scooter was traveling west, and the SUV was traveling north near Dwight Street. The SUV struck the e-scooter on its right rear quarter panel, impacting the scooter’s center front end. The e-scooter rider sustained a contusion and bruising to his shoulder and upper arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Passing Too Closely. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash resulted in moderate injury to the vulnerable road user, the e-scooter rider.
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Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn SUV Collision▸Jul 19 - A 27-year-old man was struck by an SUV on Verona Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. The SUV was parked before impact.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male pedestrian was injured when struck by a Station Wagon/SUV on Verona Street, Brooklyn. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV was parked prior to the collision and was hit on its left front quarter panel. The other vehicle involved was a sedan traveling east with damage to its right front bumper. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were specified. The pedestrian was conscious and not at an intersection at the time of the crash.
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Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling on Manhattan Crossings▸Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
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Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
18
Hanif Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling on Crossings▸Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
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Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
18
Mitaynes Backs Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling Plan▸Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
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Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
18
Simon Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling on Manhattan Crossings▸Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
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Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
12
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Hamilton Avenue▸Jul 12 - Two SUVs collided on Hamilton Avenue. The rear vehicle struck the front one. A 65-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles. The rear SUV showed damage; the front had none.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles traveling northwest on Hamilton Avenue collided. The rear SUV, driven by a 65-year-old woman, struck the back of the front SUV. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and suffered neck injuries and shock. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Brakes Defective' as contributing factors for the injured driver. The front SUV showed no damage, while the rear SUV had damage to its center back end. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision resulted from driver errors related to reacting to other vehicles and mechanical failure, not from the actions of any vulnerable road user.
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E-Bike Struck by SUV Making Left Turn▸Jul 11 - An e-bike rider was injured in Brooklyn when a sport utility vehicle made a left turn and hit him on the left side doors. The rider suffered bruises and arm injuries. The SUV driver’s improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male e-bike rider was injured after a 2020 Hyundai SUV made a left turn and collided with him on 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists the SUV driver’s contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The SUV’s left side doors were damaged, while the e-bike showed no damage. The crash occurred as the SUV was making a left turn and the e-bike was traveling straight ahead. No safety equipment was noted for the e-bike rider.
7
Gounardes Opposes BQE Expansion Doubling Down On Past▸Jul 7 - City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
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DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
7
Jo Anne Simon Opposes Harmful BQE Highway Expansion Plan▸Jul 7 - City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
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DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
6
Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Jul 6 - A moped collided with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 16-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured hip and dislocated leg. The crash involved unsafe speed and handheld cellphone use by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling south collided with a northbound SUV on 4 Avenue near Butler Street in Brooklyn. The 16-year-old male moped driver was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a fractured hip and dislocated upper leg. The report lists unsafe speed and handheld cellphone use by the moped driver as contributing factors. The SUV struck the moped on its right side doors, damaging its right rear quarter panel. The moped driver was conscious but seriously injured. No other occupants were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers of speeding and distracted driving on city streets.
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SUV Strikes Bicyclist Making Left Turn▸Jul 5 - A 56-year-old female bicyclist was injured after an SUV hit her on the right side while she made a left turn in Brooklyn. The SUV was traveling north, the bike east. Driver inattention caused the crash. The cyclist wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a 56-year-old female bicyclist was injured when a 2018 Ford SUV traveling north struck her bike on the right side doors as she made a left turn heading east on 1 Place in Brooklyn. The SUV impacted the center front end. The bicyclist suffered injuries to her entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in interactions with vulnerable road users.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and SUV collided on Flatbush Avenue. The unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling south. The SUV was struck on the right side. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2018 Jeep SUV and a moped. The moped driver, a 26-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV was struck on its right side doors. Both vehicles were traveling south. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor for the crash. The moped driver was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and had two occupants. The crash resulted from improper lane usage by one or both drivers, leading to the moped driver's severe injuries.
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Sedan Crash on Expressway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 1 - A Ford sedan took a hit on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Two men inside, ages 29 and 36, suffered back injuries and shock. One wore a lap belt. The other had no safety gear. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a 2022 Ford sedan traveling west on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway was struck on its left rear bumper. Two male passengers, ages 29 and 36, were injured. Both suffered back injuries and shock. The 29-year-old in the rear wore a lap belt. The 36-year-old front passenger had no safety equipment. The report lists no driver errors or specific contributing factors. Neither man was ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was a licensed woman from New York.
1
Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Rear-End Crash▸Jul 1 - A 19-year-old woman on a bike was ejected and injured in a rear-end crash on Flatbush Avenue. Two bikes collided. Police cite following too closely. The rider suffered arm abrasions. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, two bicycles traveling north on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn collided. A 19-year-old female bicyclist was ejected from her bike and suffered abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver error as following too closely. The impact occurred between the left rear quarter panel of one bike and the left front bumper of the other. The injured bicyclist remained conscious. No other vehicle occupants were involved.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Rear-End Crash Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a rear-end collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred as both vehicles traveled westbound. The bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist was injured after being struck from behind while traveling westbound in Brooklyn near 61 9 Street. The bicyclist, a 27-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision damaged the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the bicyclist's bike. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were noted.
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Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸Jun 23 - SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
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Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Jul 20 - A motorcycle hit the right side of an SUV on 8 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 55-year-old male motorcyclist was partially ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries plus a concussion. Both drivers were distracted. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet.
According to the police report, a 2018 Kawasaki motorcycle traveling north struck the right side doors of a 2022 Toyota SUV traveling west on 8 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcyclist, a 55-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, along with a concussion. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. Additionally, the motorcyclist was noted for improper passing or lane usage. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The SUV sustained damage to its center front end, while the motorcycle was damaged on its right side doors.
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Brooklyn Pedestrian Injured Crossing Bush Street▸Jul 20 - A 19-year-old man was struck while crossing Bush Street in Brooklyn. He suffered abrasions and full-body injuries, left in shock. The crash involved an unspecified vehicle. No driver errors or contributing factors were reported by police.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Bush Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body, resulting in shock. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The vehicle involved was unspecified, and no details about the driver or vehicle condition were provided. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. No safety equipment or other factors were noted. The report focuses on the pedestrian's injuries and the location but does not assign fault or blame to the victim.
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E-Scooter Injured in Brooklyn SUV Collision▸Jul 19 - A 23-year-old man on an e-scooter was injured in Brooklyn after an SUV struck his scooter’s front end. The rider suffered shoulder and upper arm contusions. The crash happened near Dwight Street at 7:28 p.m. Driver errors led to the impact.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Brooklyn involving a 23-year-old male e-scooter driver and a 2023 Kia SUV. The e-scooter was traveling west, and the SUV was traveling north near Dwight Street. The SUV struck the e-scooter on its right rear quarter panel, impacting the scooter’s center front end. The e-scooter rider sustained a contusion and bruising to his shoulder and upper arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Passing Too Closely. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash resulted in moderate injury to the vulnerable road user, the e-scooter rider.
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Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn SUV Collision▸Jul 19 - A 27-year-old man was struck by an SUV on Verona Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. The SUV was parked before impact.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male pedestrian was injured when struck by a Station Wagon/SUV on Verona Street, Brooklyn. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV was parked prior to the collision and was hit on its left front quarter panel. The other vehicle involved was a sedan traveling east with damage to its right front bumper. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were specified. The pedestrian was conscious and not at an intersection at the time of the crash.
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Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling on Manhattan Crossings▸Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
-
Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
18
Hanif Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling on Crossings▸Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
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Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
18
Mitaynes Backs Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling Plan▸Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
-
Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
18
Simon Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling on Manhattan Crossings▸Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
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Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
12
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Hamilton Avenue▸Jul 12 - Two SUVs collided on Hamilton Avenue. The rear vehicle struck the front one. A 65-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles. The rear SUV showed damage; the front had none.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles traveling northwest on Hamilton Avenue collided. The rear SUV, driven by a 65-year-old woman, struck the back of the front SUV. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and suffered neck injuries and shock. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Brakes Defective' as contributing factors for the injured driver. The front SUV showed no damage, while the rear SUV had damage to its center back end. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision resulted from driver errors related to reacting to other vehicles and mechanical failure, not from the actions of any vulnerable road user.
11
E-Bike Struck by SUV Making Left Turn▸Jul 11 - An e-bike rider was injured in Brooklyn when a sport utility vehicle made a left turn and hit him on the left side doors. The rider suffered bruises and arm injuries. The SUV driver’s improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male e-bike rider was injured after a 2020 Hyundai SUV made a left turn and collided with him on 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists the SUV driver’s contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The SUV’s left side doors were damaged, while the e-bike showed no damage. The crash occurred as the SUV was making a left turn and the e-bike was traveling straight ahead. No safety equipment was noted for the e-bike rider.
7
Gounardes Opposes BQE Expansion Doubling Down On Past▸Jul 7 - City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
-
DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
7
Jo Anne Simon Opposes Harmful BQE Highway Expansion Plan▸Jul 7 - City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
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DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
6
Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Jul 6 - A moped collided with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 16-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured hip and dislocated leg. The crash involved unsafe speed and handheld cellphone use by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling south collided with a northbound SUV on 4 Avenue near Butler Street in Brooklyn. The 16-year-old male moped driver was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a fractured hip and dislocated upper leg. The report lists unsafe speed and handheld cellphone use by the moped driver as contributing factors. The SUV struck the moped on its right side doors, damaging its right rear quarter panel. The moped driver was conscious but seriously injured. No other occupants were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers of speeding and distracted driving on city streets.
5
SUV Strikes Bicyclist Making Left Turn▸Jul 5 - A 56-year-old female bicyclist was injured after an SUV hit her on the right side while she made a left turn in Brooklyn. The SUV was traveling north, the bike east. Driver inattention caused the crash. The cyclist wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a 56-year-old female bicyclist was injured when a 2018 Ford SUV traveling north struck her bike on the right side doors as she made a left turn heading east on 1 Place in Brooklyn. The SUV impacted the center front end. The bicyclist suffered injuries to her entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in interactions with vulnerable road users.
5
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and SUV collided on Flatbush Avenue. The unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling south. The SUV was struck on the right side. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2018 Jeep SUV and a moped. The moped driver, a 26-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV was struck on its right side doors. Both vehicles were traveling south. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor for the crash. The moped driver was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and had two occupants. The crash resulted from improper lane usage by one or both drivers, leading to the moped driver's severe injuries.
1
Sedan Crash on Expressway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 1 - A Ford sedan took a hit on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Two men inside, ages 29 and 36, suffered back injuries and shock. One wore a lap belt. The other had no safety gear. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a 2022 Ford sedan traveling west on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway was struck on its left rear bumper. Two male passengers, ages 29 and 36, were injured. Both suffered back injuries and shock. The 29-year-old in the rear wore a lap belt. The 36-year-old front passenger had no safety equipment. The report lists no driver errors or specific contributing factors. Neither man was ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was a licensed woman from New York.
1
Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Rear-End Crash▸Jul 1 - A 19-year-old woman on a bike was ejected and injured in a rear-end crash on Flatbush Avenue. Two bikes collided. Police cite following too closely. The rider suffered arm abrasions. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, two bicycles traveling north on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn collided. A 19-year-old female bicyclist was ejected from her bike and suffered abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver error as following too closely. The impact occurred between the left rear quarter panel of one bike and the left front bumper of the other. The injured bicyclist remained conscious. No other vehicle occupants were involved.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Rear-End Crash Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a rear-end collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred as both vehicles traveled westbound. The bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist was injured after being struck from behind while traveling westbound in Brooklyn near 61 9 Street. The bicyclist, a 27-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision damaged the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the bicyclist's bike. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were noted.
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Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸Jun 23 - SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
-
Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Jul 20 - A 19-year-old man was struck while crossing Bush Street in Brooklyn. He suffered abrasions and full-body injuries, left in shock. The crash involved an unspecified vehicle. No driver errors or contributing factors were reported by police.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Bush Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body, resulting in shock. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The vehicle involved was unspecified, and no details about the driver or vehicle condition were provided. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. No safety equipment or other factors were noted. The report focuses on the pedestrian's injuries and the location but does not assign fault or blame to the victim.
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E-Scooter Injured in Brooklyn SUV Collision▸Jul 19 - A 23-year-old man on an e-scooter was injured in Brooklyn after an SUV struck his scooter’s front end. The rider suffered shoulder and upper arm contusions. The crash happened near Dwight Street at 7:28 p.m. Driver errors led to the impact.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Brooklyn involving a 23-year-old male e-scooter driver and a 2023 Kia SUV. The e-scooter was traveling west, and the SUV was traveling north near Dwight Street. The SUV struck the e-scooter on its right rear quarter panel, impacting the scooter’s center front end. The e-scooter rider sustained a contusion and bruising to his shoulder and upper arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Passing Too Closely. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash resulted in moderate injury to the vulnerable road user, the e-scooter rider.
19
Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn SUV Collision▸Jul 19 - A 27-year-old man was struck by an SUV on Verona Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. The SUV was parked before impact.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male pedestrian was injured when struck by a Station Wagon/SUV on Verona Street, Brooklyn. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV was parked prior to the collision and was hit on its left front quarter panel. The other vehicle involved was a sedan traveling east with damage to its right front bumper. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were specified. The pedestrian was conscious and not at an intersection at the time of the crash.
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Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling on Manhattan Crossings▸Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
-
Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
18
Hanif Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling on Crossings▸Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
-
Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
18
Mitaynes Backs Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling Plan▸Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
-
Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
18
Simon Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling on Manhattan Crossings▸Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
-
Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
12
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Hamilton Avenue▸Jul 12 - Two SUVs collided on Hamilton Avenue. The rear vehicle struck the front one. A 65-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles. The rear SUV showed damage; the front had none.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles traveling northwest on Hamilton Avenue collided. The rear SUV, driven by a 65-year-old woman, struck the back of the front SUV. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and suffered neck injuries and shock. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Brakes Defective' as contributing factors for the injured driver. The front SUV showed no damage, while the rear SUV had damage to its center back end. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision resulted from driver errors related to reacting to other vehicles and mechanical failure, not from the actions of any vulnerable road user.
11
E-Bike Struck by SUV Making Left Turn▸Jul 11 - An e-bike rider was injured in Brooklyn when a sport utility vehicle made a left turn and hit him on the left side doors. The rider suffered bruises and arm injuries. The SUV driver’s improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male e-bike rider was injured after a 2020 Hyundai SUV made a left turn and collided with him on 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists the SUV driver’s contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The SUV’s left side doors were damaged, while the e-bike showed no damage. The crash occurred as the SUV was making a left turn and the e-bike was traveling straight ahead. No safety equipment was noted for the e-bike rider.
7
Gounardes Opposes BQE Expansion Doubling Down On Past▸Jul 7 - City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
-
DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
7
Jo Anne Simon Opposes Harmful BQE Highway Expansion Plan▸Jul 7 - City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
-
DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
6
Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Jul 6 - A moped collided with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 16-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured hip and dislocated leg. The crash involved unsafe speed and handheld cellphone use by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling south collided with a northbound SUV on 4 Avenue near Butler Street in Brooklyn. The 16-year-old male moped driver was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a fractured hip and dislocated upper leg. The report lists unsafe speed and handheld cellphone use by the moped driver as contributing factors. The SUV struck the moped on its right side doors, damaging its right rear quarter panel. The moped driver was conscious but seriously injured. No other occupants were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers of speeding and distracted driving on city streets.
5
SUV Strikes Bicyclist Making Left Turn▸Jul 5 - A 56-year-old female bicyclist was injured after an SUV hit her on the right side while she made a left turn in Brooklyn. The SUV was traveling north, the bike east. Driver inattention caused the crash. The cyclist wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a 56-year-old female bicyclist was injured when a 2018 Ford SUV traveling north struck her bike on the right side doors as she made a left turn heading east on 1 Place in Brooklyn. The SUV impacted the center front end. The bicyclist suffered injuries to her entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in interactions with vulnerable road users.
5
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and SUV collided on Flatbush Avenue. The unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling south. The SUV was struck on the right side. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2018 Jeep SUV and a moped. The moped driver, a 26-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV was struck on its right side doors. Both vehicles were traveling south. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor for the crash. The moped driver was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and had two occupants. The crash resulted from improper lane usage by one or both drivers, leading to the moped driver's severe injuries.
1
Sedan Crash on Expressway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 1 - A Ford sedan took a hit on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Two men inside, ages 29 and 36, suffered back injuries and shock. One wore a lap belt. The other had no safety gear. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a 2022 Ford sedan traveling west on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway was struck on its left rear bumper. Two male passengers, ages 29 and 36, were injured. Both suffered back injuries and shock. The 29-year-old in the rear wore a lap belt. The 36-year-old front passenger had no safety equipment. The report lists no driver errors or specific contributing factors. Neither man was ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was a licensed woman from New York.
1
Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Rear-End Crash▸Jul 1 - A 19-year-old woman on a bike was ejected and injured in a rear-end crash on Flatbush Avenue. Two bikes collided. Police cite following too closely. The rider suffered arm abrasions. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, two bicycles traveling north on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn collided. A 19-year-old female bicyclist was ejected from her bike and suffered abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver error as following too closely. The impact occurred between the left rear quarter panel of one bike and the left front bumper of the other. The injured bicyclist remained conscious. No other vehicle occupants were involved.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Rear-End Crash Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a rear-end collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred as both vehicles traveled westbound. The bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist was injured after being struck from behind while traveling westbound in Brooklyn near 61 9 Street. The bicyclist, a 27-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision damaged the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the bicyclist's bike. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were noted.
23
Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸Jun 23 - SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
-
Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Jul 19 - A 23-year-old man on an e-scooter was injured in Brooklyn after an SUV struck his scooter’s front end. The rider suffered shoulder and upper arm contusions. The crash happened near Dwight Street at 7:28 p.m. Driver errors led to the impact.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Brooklyn involving a 23-year-old male e-scooter driver and a 2023 Kia SUV. The e-scooter was traveling west, and the SUV was traveling north near Dwight Street. The SUV struck the e-scooter on its right rear quarter panel, impacting the scooter’s center front end. The e-scooter rider sustained a contusion and bruising to his shoulder and upper arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Passing Too Closely. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash resulted in moderate injury to the vulnerable road user, the e-scooter rider.
19
Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn SUV Collision▸Jul 19 - A 27-year-old man was struck by an SUV on Verona Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. The SUV was parked before impact.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male pedestrian was injured when struck by a Station Wagon/SUV on Verona Street, Brooklyn. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV was parked prior to the collision and was hit on its left front quarter panel. The other vehicle involved was a sedan traveling east with damage to its right front bumper. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were specified. The pedestrian was conscious and not at an intersection at the time of the crash.
18
Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling on Manhattan Crossings▸Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
-
Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
18
Hanif Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling on Crossings▸Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
-
Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
18
Mitaynes Backs Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling Plan▸Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
-
Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
18
Simon Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling on Manhattan Crossings▸Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
-
Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
12
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Hamilton Avenue▸Jul 12 - Two SUVs collided on Hamilton Avenue. The rear vehicle struck the front one. A 65-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles. The rear SUV showed damage; the front had none.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles traveling northwest on Hamilton Avenue collided. The rear SUV, driven by a 65-year-old woman, struck the back of the front SUV. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and suffered neck injuries and shock. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Brakes Defective' as contributing factors for the injured driver. The front SUV showed no damage, while the rear SUV had damage to its center back end. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision resulted from driver errors related to reacting to other vehicles and mechanical failure, not from the actions of any vulnerable road user.
11
E-Bike Struck by SUV Making Left Turn▸Jul 11 - An e-bike rider was injured in Brooklyn when a sport utility vehicle made a left turn and hit him on the left side doors. The rider suffered bruises and arm injuries. The SUV driver’s improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male e-bike rider was injured after a 2020 Hyundai SUV made a left turn and collided with him on 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists the SUV driver’s contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The SUV’s left side doors were damaged, while the e-bike showed no damage. The crash occurred as the SUV was making a left turn and the e-bike was traveling straight ahead. No safety equipment was noted for the e-bike rider.
7
Gounardes Opposes BQE Expansion Doubling Down On Past▸Jul 7 - City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
-
DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
7
Jo Anne Simon Opposes Harmful BQE Highway Expansion Plan▸Jul 7 - City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
-
DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
6
Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Jul 6 - A moped collided with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 16-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured hip and dislocated leg. The crash involved unsafe speed and handheld cellphone use by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling south collided with a northbound SUV on 4 Avenue near Butler Street in Brooklyn. The 16-year-old male moped driver was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a fractured hip and dislocated upper leg. The report lists unsafe speed and handheld cellphone use by the moped driver as contributing factors. The SUV struck the moped on its right side doors, damaging its right rear quarter panel. The moped driver was conscious but seriously injured. No other occupants were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers of speeding and distracted driving on city streets.
5
SUV Strikes Bicyclist Making Left Turn▸Jul 5 - A 56-year-old female bicyclist was injured after an SUV hit her on the right side while she made a left turn in Brooklyn. The SUV was traveling north, the bike east. Driver inattention caused the crash. The cyclist wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a 56-year-old female bicyclist was injured when a 2018 Ford SUV traveling north struck her bike on the right side doors as she made a left turn heading east on 1 Place in Brooklyn. The SUV impacted the center front end. The bicyclist suffered injuries to her entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in interactions with vulnerable road users.
5
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and SUV collided on Flatbush Avenue. The unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling south. The SUV was struck on the right side. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2018 Jeep SUV and a moped. The moped driver, a 26-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV was struck on its right side doors. Both vehicles were traveling south. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor for the crash. The moped driver was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and had two occupants. The crash resulted from improper lane usage by one or both drivers, leading to the moped driver's severe injuries.
1
Sedan Crash on Expressway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 1 - A Ford sedan took a hit on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Two men inside, ages 29 and 36, suffered back injuries and shock. One wore a lap belt. The other had no safety gear. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a 2022 Ford sedan traveling west on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway was struck on its left rear bumper. Two male passengers, ages 29 and 36, were injured. Both suffered back injuries and shock. The 29-year-old in the rear wore a lap belt. The 36-year-old front passenger had no safety equipment. The report lists no driver errors or specific contributing factors. Neither man was ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was a licensed woman from New York.
1
Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Rear-End Crash▸Jul 1 - A 19-year-old woman on a bike was ejected and injured in a rear-end crash on Flatbush Avenue. Two bikes collided. Police cite following too closely. The rider suffered arm abrasions. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, two bicycles traveling north on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn collided. A 19-year-old female bicyclist was ejected from her bike and suffered abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver error as following too closely. The impact occurred between the left rear quarter panel of one bike and the left front bumper of the other. The injured bicyclist remained conscious. No other vehicle occupants were involved.
23
Bicyclist Ejected in Rear-End Crash Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a rear-end collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred as both vehicles traveled westbound. The bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist was injured after being struck from behind while traveling westbound in Brooklyn near 61 9 Street. The bicyclist, a 27-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision damaged the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the bicyclist's bike. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were noted.
23
Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸Jun 23 - SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
-
Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Jul 19 - A 27-year-old man was struck by an SUV on Verona Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. The SUV was parked before impact.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male pedestrian was injured when struck by a Station Wagon/SUV on Verona Street, Brooklyn. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV was parked prior to the collision and was hit on its left front quarter panel. The other vehicle involved was a sedan traveling east with damage to its right front bumper. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were specified. The pedestrian was conscious and not at an intersection at the time of the crash.
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Gounardes Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling on Manhattan Crossings▸Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
-
Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
18
Hanif Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling on Crossings▸Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
-
Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
18
Mitaynes Backs Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling Plan▸Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
-
Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
18
Simon Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling on Manhattan Crossings▸Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
-
Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
12
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Hamilton Avenue▸Jul 12 - Two SUVs collided on Hamilton Avenue. The rear vehicle struck the front one. A 65-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles. The rear SUV showed damage; the front had none.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles traveling northwest on Hamilton Avenue collided. The rear SUV, driven by a 65-year-old woman, struck the back of the front SUV. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and suffered neck injuries and shock. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Brakes Defective' as contributing factors for the injured driver. The front SUV showed no damage, while the rear SUV had damage to its center back end. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision resulted from driver errors related to reacting to other vehicles and mechanical failure, not from the actions of any vulnerable road user.
11
E-Bike Struck by SUV Making Left Turn▸Jul 11 - An e-bike rider was injured in Brooklyn when a sport utility vehicle made a left turn and hit him on the left side doors. The rider suffered bruises and arm injuries. The SUV driver’s improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male e-bike rider was injured after a 2020 Hyundai SUV made a left turn and collided with him on 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists the SUV driver’s contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The SUV’s left side doors were damaged, while the e-bike showed no damage. The crash occurred as the SUV was making a left turn and the e-bike was traveling straight ahead. No safety equipment was noted for the e-bike rider.
7
Gounardes Opposes BQE Expansion Doubling Down On Past▸Jul 7 - City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
-
DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
7
Jo Anne Simon Opposes Harmful BQE Highway Expansion Plan▸Jul 7 - City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
-
DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
6
Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Jul 6 - A moped collided with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 16-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured hip and dislocated leg. The crash involved unsafe speed and handheld cellphone use by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling south collided with a northbound SUV on 4 Avenue near Butler Street in Brooklyn. The 16-year-old male moped driver was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a fractured hip and dislocated upper leg. The report lists unsafe speed and handheld cellphone use by the moped driver as contributing factors. The SUV struck the moped on its right side doors, damaging its right rear quarter panel. The moped driver was conscious but seriously injured. No other occupants were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers of speeding and distracted driving on city streets.
5
SUV Strikes Bicyclist Making Left Turn▸Jul 5 - A 56-year-old female bicyclist was injured after an SUV hit her on the right side while she made a left turn in Brooklyn. The SUV was traveling north, the bike east. Driver inattention caused the crash. The cyclist wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a 56-year-old female bicyclist was injured when a 2018 Ford SUV traveling north struck her bike on the right side doors as she made a left turn heading east on 1 Place in Brooklyn. The SUV impacted the center front end. The bicyclist suffered injuries to her entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in interactions with vulnerable road users.
5
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and SUV collided on Flatbush Avenue. The unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling south. The SUV was struck on the right side. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2018 Jeep SUV and a moped. The moped driver, a 26-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV was struck on its right side doors. Both vehicles were traveling south. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor for the crash. The moped driver was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and had two occupants. The crash resulted from improper lane usage by one or both drivers, leading to the moped driver's severe injuries.
1
Sedan Crash on Expressway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 1 - A Ford sedan took a hit on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Two men inside, ages 29 and 36, suffered back injuries and shock. One wore a lap belt. The other had no safety gear. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a 2022 Ford sedan traveling west on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway was struck on its left rear bumper. Two male passengers, ages 29 and 36, were injured. Both suffered back injuries and shock. The 29-year-old in the rear wore a lap belt. The 36-year-old front passenger had no safety equipment. The report lists no driver errors or specific contributing factors. Neither man was ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was a licensed woman from New York.
1
Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Rear-End Crash▸Jul 1 - A 19-year-old woman on a bike was ejected and injured in a rear-end crash on Flatbush Avenue. Two bikes collided. Police cite following too closely. The rider suffered arm abrasions. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, two bicycles traveling north on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn collided. A 19-year-old female bicyclist was ejected from her bike and suffered abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver error as following too closely. The impact occurred between the left rear quarter panel of one bike and the left front bumper of the other. The injured bicyclist remained conscious. No other vehicle occupants were involved.
23
Bicyclist Ejected in Rear-End Crash Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a rear-end collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred as both vehicles traveled westbound. The bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist was injured after being struck from behind while traveling westbound in Brooklyn near 61 9 Street. The bicyclist, a 27-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision damaged the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the bicyclist's bike. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were noted.
23
Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸Jun 23 - SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
-
Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
- Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations, amny.com, Published 2023-07-18
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Hanif Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling on Crossings▸Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
-
Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
18
Mitaynes Backs Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling Plan▸Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
-
Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
18
Simon Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling on Manhattan Crossings▸Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
-
Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
12
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Hamilton Avenue▸Jul 12 - Two SUVs collided on Hamilton Avenue. The rear vehicle struck the front one. A 65-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles. The rear SUV showed damage; the front had none.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles traveling northwest on Hamilton Avenue collided. The rear SUV, driven by a 65-year-old woman, struck the back of the front SUV. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and suffered neck injuries and shock. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Brakes Defective' as contributing factors for the injured driver. The front SUV showed no damage, while the rear SUV had damage to its center back end. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision resulted from driver errors related to reacting to other vehicles and mechanical failure, not from the actions of any vulnerable road user.
11
E-Bike Struck by SUV Making Left Turn▸Jul 11 - An e-bike rider was injured in Brooklyn when a sport utility vehicle made a left turn and hit him on the left side doors. The rider suffered bruises and arm injuries. The SUV driver’s improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male e-bike rider was injured after a 2020 Hyundai SUV made a left turn and collided with him on 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists the SUV driver’s contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The SUV’s left side doors were damaged, while the e-bike showed no damage. The crash occurred as the SUV was making a left turn and the e-bike was traveling straight ahead. No safety equipment was noted for the e-bike rider.
7
Gounardes Opposes BQE Expansion Doubling Down On Past▸Jul 7 - City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
-
DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
7
Jo Anne Simon Opposes Harmful BQE Highway Expansion Plan▸Jul 7 - City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
-
DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
6
Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Jul 6 - A moped collided with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 16-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured hip and dislocated leg. The crash involved unsafe speed and handheld cellphone use by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling south collided with a northbound SUV on 4 Avenue near Butler Street in Brooklyn. The 16-year-old male moped driver was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a fractured hip and dislocated upper leg. The report lists unsafe speed and handheld cellphone use by the moped driver as contributing factors. The SUV struck the moped on its right side doors, damaging its right rear quarter panel. The moped driver was conscious but seriously injured. No other occupants were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers of speeding and distracted driving on city streets.
5
SUV Strikes Bicyclist Making Left Turn▸Jul 5 - A 56-year-old female bicyclist was injured after an SUV hit her on the right side while she made a left turn in Brooklyn. The SUV was traveling north, the bike east. Driver inattention caused the crash. The cyclist wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a 56-year-old female bicyclist was injured when a 2018 Ford SUV traveling north struck her bike on the right side doors as she made a left turn heading east on 1 Place in Brooklyn. The SUV impacted the center front end. The bicyclist suffered injuries to her entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in interactions with vulnerable road users.
5
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and SUV collided on Flatbush Avenue. The unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling south. The SUV was struck on the right side. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2018 Jeep SUV and a moped. The moped driver, a 26-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV was struck on its right side doors. Both vehicles were traveling south. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor for the crash. The moped driver was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and had two occupants. The crash resulted from improper lane usage by one or both drivers, leading to the moped driver's severe injuries.
1
Sedan Crash on Expressway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 1 - A Ford sedan took a hit on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Two men inside, ages 29 and 36, suffered back injuries and shock. One wore a lap belt. The other had no safety gear. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a 2022 Ford sedan traveling west on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway was struck on its left rear bumper. Two male passengers, ages 29 and 36, were injured. Both suffered back injuries and shock. The 29-year-old in the rear wore a lap belt. The 36-year-old front passenger had no safety equipment. The report lists no driver errors or specific contributing factors. Neither man was ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was a licensed woman from New York.
1
Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Rear-End Crash▸Jul 1 - A 19-year-old woman on a bike was ejected and injured in a rear-end crash on Flatbush Avenue. Two bikes collided. Police cite following too closely. The rider suffered arm abrasions. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, two bicycles traveling north on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn collided. A 19-year-old female bicyclist was ejected from her bike and suffered abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver error as following too closely. The impact occurred between the left rear quarter panel of one bike and the left front bumper of the other. The injured bicyclist remained conscious. No other vehicle occupants were involved.
23
Bicyclist Ejected in Rear-End Crash Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a rear-end collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred as both vehicles traveled westbound. The bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist was injured after being struck from behind while traveling westbound in Brooklyn near 61 9 Street. The bicyclist, a 27-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision damaged the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the bicyclist's bike. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were noted.
23
Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸Jun 23 - SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
-
Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
- Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations, amny.com, Published 2023-07-18
18
Mitaynes Backs Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling Plan▸Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
-
Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
18
Simon Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling on Manhattan Crossings▸Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
-
Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
12
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Hamilton Avenue▸Jul 12 - Two SUVs collided on Hamilton Avenue. The rear vehicle struck the front one. A 65-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles. The rear SUV showed damage; the front had none.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles traveling northwest on Hamilton Avenue collided. The rear SUV, driven by a 65-year-old woman, struck the back of the front SUV. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and suffered neck injuries and shock. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Brakes Defective' as contributing factors for the injured driver. The front SUV showed no damage, while the rear SUV had damage to its center back end. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision resulted from driver errors related to reacting to other vehicles and mechanical failure, not from the actions of any vulnerable road user.
11
E-Bike Struck by SUV Making Left Turn▸Jul 11 - An e-bike rider was injured in Brooklyn when a sport utility vehicle made a left turn and hit him on the left side doors. The rider suffered bruises and arm injuries. The SUV driver’s improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male e-bike rider was injured after a 2020 Hyundai SUV made a left turn and collided with him on 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists the SUV driver’s contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The SUV’s left side doors were damaged, while the e-bike showed no damage. The crash occurred as the SUV was making a left turn and the e-bike was traveling straight ahead. No safety equipment was noted for the e-bike rider.
7
Gounardes Opposes BQE Expansion Doubling Down On Past▸Jul 7 - City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
-
DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
7
Jo Anne Simon Opposes Harmful BQE Highway Expansion Plan▸Jul 7 - City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
-
DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
6
Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Jul 6 - A moped collided with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 16-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured hip and dislocated leg. The crash involved unsafe speed and handheld cellphone use by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling south collided with a northbound SUV on 4 Avenue near Butler Street in Brooklyn. The 16-year-old male moped driver was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a fractured hip and dislocated upper leg. The report lists unsafe speed and handheld cellphone use by the moped driver as contributing factors. The SUV struck the moped on its right side doors, damaging its right rear quarter panel. The moped driver was conscious but seriously injured. No other occupants were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers of speeding and distracted driving on city streets.
5
SUV Strikes Bicyclist Making Left Turn▸Jul 5 - A 56-year-old female bicyclist was injured after an SUV hit her on the right side while she made a left turn in Brooklyn. The SUV was traveling north, the bike east. Driver inattention caused the crash. The cyclist wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a 56-year-old female bicyclist was injured when a 2018 Ford SUV traveling north struck her bike on the right side doors as she made a left turn heading east on 1 Place in Brooklyn. The SUV impacted the center front end. The bicyclist suffered injuries to her entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in interactions with vulnerable road users.
5
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and SUV collided on Flatbush Avenue. The unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling south. The SUV was struck on the right side. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2018 Jeep SUV and a moped. The moped driver, a 26-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV was struck on its right side doors. Both vehicles were traveling south. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor for the crash. The moped driver was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and had two occupants. The crash resulted from improper lane usage by one or both drivers, leading to the moped driver's severe injuries.
1
Sedan Crash on Expressway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 1 - A Ford sedan took a hit on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Two men inside, ages 29 and 36, suffered back injuries and shock. One wore a lap belt. The other had no safety gear. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a 2022 Ford sedan traveling west on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway was struck on its left rear bumper. Two male passengers, ages 29 and 36, were injured. Both suffered back injuries and shock. The 29-year-old in the rear wore a lap belt. The 36-year-old front passenger had no safety equipment. The report lists no driver errors or specific contributing factors. Neither man was ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was a licensed woman from New York.
1
Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Rear-End Crash▸Jul 1 - A 19-year-old woman on a bike was ejected and injured in a rear-end crash on Flatbush Avenue. Two bikes collided. Police cite following too closely. The rider suffered arm abrasions. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, two bicycles traveling north on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn collided. A 19-year-old female bicyclist was ejected from her bike and suffered abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver error as following too closely. The impact occurred between the left rear quarter panel of one bike and the left front bumper of the other. The injured bicyclist remained conscious. No other vehicle occupants were involved.
23
Bicyclist Ejected in Rear-End Crash Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a rear-end collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred as both vehicles traveled westbound. The bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist was injured after being struck from behind while traveling westbound in Brooklyn near 61 9 Street. The bicyclist, a 27-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision damaged the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the bicyclist's bike. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were noted.
23
Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸Jun 23 - SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
-
Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
- Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations, amny.com, Published 2023-07-18
18
Simon Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling on Manhattan Crossings▸Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
-
Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
12
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Hamilton Avenue▸Jul 12 - Two SUVs collided on Hamilton Avenue. The rear vehicle struck the front one. A 65-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles. The rear SUV showed damage; the front had none.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles traveling northwest on Hamilton Avenue collided. The rear SUV, driven by a 65-year-old woman, struck the back of the front SUV. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and suffered neck injuries and shock. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Brakes Defective' as contributing factors for the injured driver. The front SUV showed no damage, while the rear SUV had damage to its center back end. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision resulted from driver errors related to reacting to other vehicles and mechanical failure, not from the actions of any vulnerable road user.
11
E-Bike Struck by SUV Making Left Turn▸Jul 11 - An e-bike rider was injured in Brooklyn when a sport utility vehicle made a left turn and hit him on the left side doors. The rider suffered bruises and arm injuries. The SUV driver’s improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male e-bike rider was injured after a 2020 Hyundai SUV made a left turn and collided with him on 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists the SUV driver’s contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The SUV’s left side doors were damaged, while the e-bike showed no damage. The crash occurred as the SUV was making a left turn and the e-bike was traveling straight ahead. No safety equipment was noted for the e-bike rider.
7
Gounardes Opposes BQE Expansion Doubling Down On Past▸Jul 7 - City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
-
DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
7
Jo Anne Simon Opposes Harmful BQE Highway Expansion Plan▸Jul 7 - City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
-
DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
6
Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Jul 6 - A moped collided with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 16-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured hip and dislocated leg. The crash involved unsafe speed and handheld cellphone use by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling south collided with a northbound SUV on 4 Avenue near Butler Street in Brooklyn. The 16-year-old male moped driver was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a fractured hip and dislocated upper leg. The report lists unsafe speed and handheld cellphone use by the moped driver as contributing factors. The SUV struck the moped on its right side doors, damaging its right rear quarter panel. The moped driver was conscious but seriously injured. No other occupants were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers of speeding and distracted driving on city streets.
5
SUV Strikes Bicyclist Making Left Turn▸Jul 5 - A 56-year-old female bicyclist was injured after an SUV hit her on the right side while she made a left turn in Brooklyn. The SUV was traveling north, the bike east. Driver inattention caused the crash. The cyclist wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a 56-year-old female bicyclist was injured when a 2018 Ford SUV traveling north struck her bike on the right side doors as she made a left turn heading east on 1 Place in Brooklyn. The SUV impacted the center front end. The bicyclist suffered injuries to her entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in interactions with vulnerable road users.
5
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and SUV collided on Flatbush Avenue. The unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling south. The SUV was struck on the right side. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2018 Jeep SUV and a moped. The moped driver, a 26-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV was struck on its right side doors. Both vehicles were traveling south. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor for the crash. The moped driver was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and had two occupants. The crash resulted from improper lane usage by one or both drivers, leading to the moped driver's severe injuries.
1
Sedan Crash on Expressway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 1 - A Ford sedan took a hit on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Two men inside, ages 29 and 36, suffered back injuries and shock. One wore a lap belt. The other had no safety gear. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a 2022 Ford sedan traveling west on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway was struck on its left rear bumper. Two male passengers, ages 29 and 36, were injured. Both suffered back injuries and shock. The 29-year-old in the rear wore a lap belt. The 36-year-old front passenger had no safety equipment. The report lists no driver errors or specific contributing factors. Neither man was ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was a licensed woman from New York.
1
Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Rear-End Crash▸Jul 1 - A 19-year-old woman on a bike was ejected and injured in a rear-end crash on Flatbush Avenue. Two bikes collided. Police cite following too closely. The rider suffered arm abrasions. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, two bicycles traveling north on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn collided. A 19-year-old female bicyclist was ejected from her bike and suffered abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver error as following too closely. The impact occurred between the left rear quarter panel of one bike and the left front bumper of the other. The injured bicyclist remained conscious. No other vehicle occupants were involved.
23
Bicyclist Ejected in Rear-End Crash Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a rear-end collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred as both vehicles traveled westbound. The bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist was injured after being struck from behind while traveling westbound in Brooklyn near 61 9 Street. The bicyclist, a 27-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision damaged the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the bicyclist's bike. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were noted.
23
Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸Jun 23 - SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
-
Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Jul 18 - Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
- Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations, amny.com, Published 2023-07-18
12
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Hamilton Avenue▸Jul 12 - Two SUVs collided on Hamilton Avenue. The rear vehicle struck the front one. A 65-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles. The rear SUV showed damage; the front had none.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles traveling northwest on Hamilton Avenue collided. The rear SUV, driven by a 65-year-old woman, struck the back of the front SUV. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and suffered neck injuries and shock. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Brakes Defective' as contributing factors for the injured driver. The front SUV showed no damage, while the rear SUV had damage to its center back end. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision resulted from driver errors related to reacting to other vehicles and mechanical failure, not from the actions of any vulnerable road user.
11
E-Bike Struck by SUV Making Left Turn▸Jul 11 - An e-bike rider was injured in Brooklyn when a sport utility vehicle made a left turn and hit him on the left side doors. The rider suffered bruises and arm injuries. The SUV driver’s improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male e-bike rider was injured after a 2020 Hyundai SUV made a left turn and collided with him on 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists the SUV driver’s contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The SUV’s left side doors were damaged, while the e-bike showed no damage. The crash occurred as the SUV was making a left turn and the e-bike was traveling straight ahead. No safety equipment was noted for the e-bike rider.
7
Gounardes Opposes BQE Expansion Doubling Down On Past▸Jul 7 - City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
-
DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
7
Jo Anne Simon Opposes Harmful BQE Highway Expansion Plan▸Jul 7 - City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
-
DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
6
Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Jul 6 - A moped collided with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 16-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured hip and dislocated leg. The crash involved unsafe speed and handheld cellphone use by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling south collided with a northbound SUV on 4 Avenue near Butler Street in Brooklyn. The 16-year-old male moped driver was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a fractured hip and dislocated upper leg. The report lists unsafe speed and handheld cellphone use by the moped driver as contributing factors. The SUV struck the moped on its right side doors, damaging its right rear quarter panel. The moped driver was conscious but seriously injured. No other occupants were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers of speeding and distracted driving on city streets.
5
SUV Strikes Bicyclist Making Left Turn▸Jul 5 - A 56-year-old female bicyclist was injured after an SUV hit her on the right side while she made a left turn in Brooklyn. The SUV was traveling north, the bike east. Driver inattention caused the crash. The cyclist wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a 56-year-old female bicyclist was injured when a 2018 Ford SUV traveling north struck her bike on the right side doors as she made a left turn heading east on 1 Place in Brooklyn. The SUV impacted the center front end. The bicyclist suffered injuries to her entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in interactions with vulnerable road users.
5
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and SUV collided on Flatbush Avenue. The unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling south. The SUV was struck on the right side. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2018 Jeep SUV and a moped. The moped driver, a 26-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV was struck on its right side doors. Both vehicles were traveling south. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor for the crash. The moped driver was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and had two occupants. The crash resulted from improper lane usage by one or both drivers, leading to the moped driver's severe injuries.
1
Sedan Crash on Expressway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 1 - A Ford sedan took a hit on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Two men inside, ages 29 and 36, suffered back injuries and shock. One wore a lap belt. The other had no safety gear. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a 2022 Ford sedan traveling west on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway was struck on its left rear bumper. Two male passengers, ages 29 and 36, were injured. Both suffered back injuries and shock. The 29-year-old in the rear wore a lap belt. The 36-year-old front passenger had no safety equipment. The report lists no driver errors or specific contributing factors. Neither man was ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was a licensed woman from New York.
1
Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Rear-End Crash▸Jul 1 - A 19-year-old woman on a bike was ejected and injured in a rear-end crash on Flatbush Avenue. Two bikes collided. Police cite following too closely. The rider suffered arm abrasions. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, two bicycles traveling north on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn collided. A 19-year-old female bicyclist was ejected from her bike and suffered abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver error as following too closely. The impact occurred between the left rear quarter panel of one bike and the left front bumper of the other. The injured bicyclist remained conscious. No other vehicle occupants were involved.
23
Bicyclist Ejected in Rear-End Crash Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a rear-end collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred as both vehicles traveled westbound. The bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist was injured after being struck from behind while traveling westbound in Brooklyn near 61 9 Street. The bicyclist, a 27-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision damaged the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the bicyclist's bike. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were noted.
23
Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸Jun 23 - SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
-
Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Jul 12 - Two SUVs collided on Hamilton Avenue. The rear vehicle struck the front one. A 65-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles. The rear SUV showed damage; the front had none.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles traveling northwest on Hamilton Avenue collided. The rear SUV, driven by a 65-year-old woman, struck the back of the front SUV. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and suffered neck injuries and shock. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Brakes Defective' as contributing factors for the injured driver. The front SUV showed no damage, while the rear SUV had damage to its center back end. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision resulted from driver errors related to reacting to other vehicles and mechanical failure, not from the actions of any vulnerable road user.
11
E-Bike Struck by SUV Making Left Turn▸Jul 11 - An e-bike rider was injured in Brooklyn when a sport utility vehicle made a left turn and hit him on the left side doors. The rider suffered bruises and arm injuries. The SUV driver’s improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male e-bike rider was injured after a 2020 Hyundai SUV made a left turn and collided with him on 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists the SUV driver’s contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The SUV’s left side doors were damaged, while the e-bike showed no damage. The crash occurred as the SUV was making a left turn and the e-bike was traveling straight ahead. No safety equipment was noted for the e-bike rider.
7
Gounardes Opposes BQE Expansion Doubling Down On Past▸Jul 7 - City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
-
DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
7
Jo Anne Simon Opposes Harmful BQE Highway Expansion Plan▸Jul 7 - City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
-
DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
6
Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Jul 6 - A moped collided with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 16-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured hip and dislocated leg. The crash involved unsafe speed and handheld cellphone use by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling south collided with a northbound SUV on 4 Avenue near Butler Street in Brooklyn. The 16-year-old male moped driver was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a fractured hip and dislocated upper leg. The report lists unsafe speed and handheld cellphone use by the moped driver as contributing factors. The SUV struck the moped on its right side doors, damaging its right rear quarter panel. The moped driver was conscious but seriously injured. No other occupants were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers of speeding and distracted driving on city streets.
5
SUV Strikes Bicyclist Making Left Turn▸Jul 5 - A 56-year-old female bicyclist was injured after an SUV hit her on the right side while she made a left turn in Brooklyn. The SUV was traveling north, the bike east. Driver inattention caused the crash. The cyclist wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a 56-year-old female bicyclist was injured when a 2018 Ford SUV traveling north struck her bike on the right side doors as she made a left turn heading east on 1 Place in Brooklyn. The SUV impacted the center front end. The bicyclist suffered injuries to her entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in interactions with vulnerable road users.
5
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and SUV collided on Flatbush Avenue. The unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling south. The SUV was struck on the right side. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2018 Jeep SUV and a moped. The moped driver, a 26-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV was struck on its right side doors. Both vehicles were traveling south. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor for the crash. The moped driver was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and had two occupants. The crash resulted from improper lane usage by one or both drivers, leading to the moped driver's severe injuries.
1
Sedan Crash on Expressway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 1 - A Ford sedan took a hit on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Two men inside, ages 29 and 36, suffered back injuries and shock. One wore a lap belt. The other had no safety gear. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a 2022 Ford sedan traveling west on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway was struck on its left rear bumper. Two male passengers, ages 29 and 36, were injured. Both suffered back injuries and shock. The 29-year-old in the rear wore a lap belt. The 36-year-old front passenger had no safety equipment. The report lists no driver errors or specific contributing factors. Neither man was ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was a licensed woman from New York.
1
Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Rear-End Crash▸Jul 1 - A 19-year-old woman on a bike was ejected and injured in a rear-end crash on Flatbush Avenue. Two bikes collided. Police cite following too closely. The rider suffered arm abrasions. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, two bicycles traveling north on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn collided. A 19-year-old female bicyclist was ejected from her bike and suffered abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver error as following too closely. The impact occurred between the left rear quarter panel of one bike and the left front bumper of the other. The injured bicyclist remained conscious. No other vehicle occupants were involved.
23
Bicyclist Ejected in Rear-End Crash Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a rear-end collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred as both vehicles traveled westbound. The bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist was injured after being struck from behind while traveling westbound in Brooklyn near 61 9 Street. The bicyclist, a 27-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision damaged the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the bicyclist's bike. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were noted.
23
Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸Jun 23 - SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
-
Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Jul 11 - An e-bike rider was injured in Brooklyn when a sport utility vehicle made a left turn and hit him on the left side doors. The rider suffered bruises and arm injuries. The SUV driver’s improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male e-bike rider was injured after a 2020 Hyundai SUV made a left turn and collided with him on 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists the SUV driver’s contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The SUV’s left side doors were damaged, while the e-bike showed no damage. The crash occurred as the SUV was making a left turn and the e-bike was traveling straight ahead. No safety equipment was noted for the e-bike rider.
7
Gounardes Opposes BQE Expansion Doubling Down On Past▸Jul 7 - City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
-
DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
7
Jo Anne Simon Opposes Harmful BQE Highway Expansion Plan▸Jul 7 - City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
-
DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
6
Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Jul 6 - A moped collided with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 16-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured hip and dislocated leg. The crash involved unsafe speed and handheld cellphone use by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling south collided with a northbound SUV on 4 Avenue near Butler Street in Brooklyn. The 16-year-old male moped driver was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a fractured hip and dislocated upper leg. The report lists unsafe speed and handheld cellphone use by the moped driver as contributing factors. The SUV struck the moped on its right side doors, damaging its right rear quarter panel. The moped driver was conscious but seriously injured. No other occupants were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers of speeding and distracted driving on city streets.
5
SUV Strikes Bicyclist Making Left Turn▸Jul 5 - A 56-year-old female bicyclist was injured after an SUV hit her on the right side while she made a left turn in Brooklyn. The SUV was traveling north, the bike east. Driver inattention caused the crash. The cyclist wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a 56-year-old female bicyclist was injured when a 2018 Ford SUV traveling north struck her bike on the right side doors as she made a left turn heading east on 1 Place in Brooklyn. The SUV impacted the center front end. The bicyclist suffered injuries to her entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in interactions with vulnerable road users.
5
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and SUV collided on Flatbush Avenue. The unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling south. The SUV was struck on the right side. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2018 Jeep SUV and a moped. The moped driver, a 26-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV was struck on its right side doors. Both vehicles were traveling south. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor for the crash. The moped driver was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and had two occupants. The crash resulted from improper lane usage by one or both drivers, leading to the moped driver's severe injuries.
1
Sedan Crash on Expressway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 1 - A Ford sedan took a hit on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Two men inside, ages 29 and 36, suffered back injuries and shock. One wore a lap belt. The other had no safety gear. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a 2022 Ford sedan traveling west on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway was struck on its left rear bumper. Two male passengers, ages 29 and 36, were injured. Both suffered back injuries and shock. The 29-year-old in the rear wore a lap belt. The 36-year-old front passenger had no safety equipment. The report lists no driver errors or specific contributing factors. Neither man was ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was a licensed woman from New York.
1
Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Rear-End Crash▸Jul 1 - A 19-year-old woman on a bike was ejected and injured in a rear-end crash on Flatbush Avenue. Two bikes collided. Police cite following too closely. The rider suffered arm abrasions. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, two bicycles traveling north on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn collided. A 19-year-old female bicyclist was ejected from her bike and suffered abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver error as following too closely. The impact occurred between the left rear quarter panel of one bike and the left front bumper of the other. The injured bicyclist remained conscious. No other vehicle occupants were involved.
23
Bicyclist Ejected in Rear-End Crash Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a rear-end collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred as both vehicles traveled westbound. The bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist was injured after being struck from behind while traveling westbound in Brooklyn near 61 9 Street. The bicyclist, a 27-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision damaged the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the bicyclist's bike. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were noted.
23
Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸Jun 23 - SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
-
Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Jul 7 - City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
- DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-07-07
7
Jo Anne Simon Opposes Harmful BQE Highway Expansion Plan▸Jul 7 - City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
-
DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
6
Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Jul 6 - A moped collided with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 16-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured hip and dislocated leg. The crash involved unsafe speed and handheld cellphone use by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling south collided with a northbound SUV on 4 Avenue near Butler Street in Brooklyn. The 16-year-old male moped driver was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a fractured hip and dislocated upper leg. The report lists unsafe speed and handheld cellphone use by the moped driver as contributing factors. The SUV struck the moped on its right side doors, damaging its right rear quarter panel. The moped driver was conscious but seriously injured. No other occupants were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers of speeding and distracted driving on city streets.
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SUV Strikes Bicyclist Making Left Turn▸Jul 5 - A 56-year-old female bicyclist was injured after an SUV hit her on the right side while she made a left turn in Brooklyn. The SUV was traveling north, the bike east. Driver inattention caused the crash. The cyclist wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a 56-year-old female bicyclist was injured when a 2018 Ford SUV traveling north struck her bike on the right side doors as she made a left turn heading east on 1 Place in Brooklyn. The SUV impacted the center front end. The bicyclist suffered injuries to her entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in interactions with vulnerable road users.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and SUV collided on Flatbush Avenue. The unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling south. The SUV was struck on the right side. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2018 Jeep SUV and a moped. The moped driver, a 26-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV was struck on its right side doors. Both vehicles were traveling south. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor for the crash. The moped driver was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and had two occupants. The crash resulted from improper lane usage by one or both drivers, leading to the moped driver's severe injuries.
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Sedan Crash on Expressway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 1 - A Ford sedan took a hit on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Two men inside, ages 29 and 36, suffered back injuries and shock. One wore a lap belt. The other had no safety gear. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a 2022 Ford sedan traveling west on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway was struck on its left rear bumper. Two male passengers, ages 29 and 36, were injured. Both suffered back injuries and shock. The 29-year-old in the rear wore a lap belt. The 36-year-old front passenger had no safety equipment. The report lists no driver errors or specific contributing factors. Neither man was ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was a licensed woman from New York.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Rear-End Crash▸Jul 1 - A 19-year-old woman on a bike was ejected and injured in a rear-end crash on Flatbush Avenue. Two bikes collided. Police cite following too closely. The rider suffered arm abrasions. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, two bicycles traveling north on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn collided. A 19-year-old female bicyclist was ejected from her bike and suffered abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver error as following too closely. The impact occurred between the left rear quarter panel of one bike and the left front bumper of the other. The injured bicyclist remained conscious. No other vehicle occupants were involved.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Rear-End Crash Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a rear-end collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred as both vehicles traveled westbound. The bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist was injured after being struck from behind while traveling westbound in Brooklyn near 61 9 Street. The bicyclist, a 27-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision damaged the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the bicyclist's bike. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were noted.
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Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸Jun 23 - SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
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Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Jul 7 - City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
- DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-07-07
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Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Jul 6 - A moped collided with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 16-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured hip and dislocated leg. The crash involved unsafe speed and handheld cellphone use by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling south collided with a northbound SUV on 4 Avenue near Butler Street in Brooklyn. The 16-year-old male moped driver was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a fractured hip and dislocated upper leg. The report lists unsafe speed and handheld cellphone use by the moped driver as contributing factors. The SUV struck the moped on its right side doors, damaging its right rear quarter panel. The moped driver was conscious but seriously injured. No other occupants were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers of speeding and distracted driving on city streets.
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SUV Strikes Bicyclist Making Left Turn▸Jul 5 - A 56-year-old female bicyclist was injured after an SUV hit her on the right side while she made a left turn in Brooklyn. The SUV was traveling north, the bike east. Driver inattention caused the crash. The cyclist wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a 56-year-old female bicyclist was injured when a 2018 Ford SUV traveling north struck her bike on the right side doors as she made a left turn heading east on 1 Place in Brooklyn. The SUV impacted the center front end. The bicyclist suffered injuries to her entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in interactions with vulnerable road users.
5
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and SUV collided on Flatbush Avenue. The unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling south. The SUV was struck on the right side. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2018 Jeep SUV and a moped. The moped driver, a 26-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV was struck on its right side doors. Both vehicles were traveling south. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor for the crash. The moped driver was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and had two occupants. The crash resulted from improper lane usage by one or both drivers, leading to the moped driver's severe injuries.
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Sedan Crash on Expressway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 1 - A Ford sedan took a hit on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Two men inside, ages 29 and 36, suffered back injuries and shock. One wore a lap belt. The other had no safety gear. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a 2022 Ford sedan traveling west on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway was struck on its left rear bumper. Two male passengers, ages 29 and 36, were injured. Both suffered back injuries and shock. The 29-year-old in the rear wore a lap belt. The 36-year-old front passenger had no safety equipment. The report lists no driver errors or specific contributing factors. Neither man was ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was a licensed woman from New York.
1
Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Rear-End Crash▸Jul 1 - A 19-year-old woman on a bike was ejected and injured in a rear-end crash on Flatbush Avenue. Two bikes collided. Police cite following too closely. The rider suffered arm abrasions. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, two bicycles traveling north on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn collided. A 19-year-old female bicyclist was ejected from her bike and suffered abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver error as following too closely. The impact occurred between the left rear quarter panel of one bike and the left front bumper of the other. The injured bicyclist remained conscious. No other vehicle occupants were involved.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Rear-End Crash Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a rear-end collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred as both vehicles traveled westbound. The bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist was injured after being struck from behind while traveling westbound in Brooklyn near 61 9 Street. The bicyclist, a 27-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision damaged the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the bicyclist's bike. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were noted.
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Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸Jun 23 - SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
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Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Jul 6 - A moped collided with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The 16-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured hip and dislocated leg. The crash involved unsafe speed and handheld cellphone use by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling south collided with a northbound SUV on 4 Avenue near Butler Street in Brooklyn. The 16-year-old male moped driver was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a fractured hip and dislocated upper leg. The report lists unsafe speed and handheld cellphone use by the moped driver as contributing factors. The SUV struck the moped on its right side doors, damaging its right rear quarter panel. The moped driver was conscious but seriously injured. No other occupants were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers of speeding and distracted driving on city streets.
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SUV Strikes Bicyclist Making Left Turn▸Jul 5 - A 56-year-old female bicyclist was injured after an SUV hit her on the right side while she made a left turn in Brooklyn. The SUV was traveling north, the bike east. Driver inattention caused the crash. The cyclist wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a 56-year-old female bicyclist was injured when a 2018 Ford SUV traveling north struck her bike on the right side doors as she made a left turn heading east on 1 Place in Brooklyn. The SUV impacted the center front end. The bicyclist suffered injuries to her entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in interactions with vulnerable road users.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and SUV collided on Flatbush Avenue. The unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling south. The SUV was struck on the right side. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2018 Jeep SUV and a moped. The moped driver, a 26-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV was struck on its right side doors. Both vehicles were traveling south. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor for the crash. The moped driver was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and had two occupants. The crash resulted from improper lane usage by one or both drivers, leading to the moped driver's severe injuries.
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Sedan Crash on Expressway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 1 - A Ford sedan took a hit on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Two men inside, ages 29 and 36, suffered back injuries and shock. One wore a lap belt. The other had no safety gear. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a 2022 Ford sedan traveling west on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway was struck on its left rear bumper. Two male passengers, ages 29 and 36, were injured. Both suffered back injuries and shock. The 29-year-old in the rear wore a lap belt. The 36-year-old front passenger had no safety equipment. The report lists no driver errors or specific contributing factors. Neither man was ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was a licensed woman from New York.
1
Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Rear-End Crash▸Jul 1 - A 19-year-old woman on a bike was ejected and injured in a rear-end crash on Flatbush Avenue. Two bikes collided. Police cite following too closely. The rider suffered arm abrasions. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, two bicycles traveling north on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn collided. A 19-year-old female bicyclist was ejected from her bike and suffered abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver error as following too closely. The impact occurred between the left rear quarter panel of one bike and the left front bumper of the other. The injured bicyclist remained conscious. No other vehicle occupants were involved.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Rear-End Crash Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a rear-end collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred as both vehicles traveled westbound. The bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist was injured after being struck from behind while traveling westbound in Brooklyn near 61 9 Street. The bicyclist, a 27-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision damaged the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the bicyclist's bike. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were noted.
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Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸Jun 23 - SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
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Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Jul 5 - A 56-year-old female bicyclist was injured after an SUV hit her on the right side while she made a left turn in Brooklyn. The SUV was traveling north, the bike east. Driver inattention caused the crash. The cyclist wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a 56-year-old female bicyclist was injured when a 2018 Ford SUV traveling north struck her bike on the right side doors as she made a left turn heading east on 1 Place in Brooklyn. The SUV impacted the center front end. The bicyclist suffered injuries to her entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in interactions with vulnerable road users.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and SUV collided on Flatbush Avenue. The unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling south. The SUV was struck on the right side. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2018 Jeep SUV and a moped. The moped driver, a 26-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV was struck on its right side doors. Both vehicles were traveling south. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor for the crash. The moped driver was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and had two occupants. The crash resulted from improper lane usage by one or both drivers, leading to the moped driver's severe injuries.
1
Sedan Crash on Expressway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 1 - A Ford sedan took a hit on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Two men inside, ages 29 and 36, suffered back injuries and shock. One wore a lap belt. The other had no safety gear. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a 2022 Ford sedan traveling west on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway was struck on its left rear bumper. Two male passengers, ages 29 and 36, were injured. Both suffered back injuries and shock. The 29-year-old in the rear wore a lap belt. The 36-year-old front passenger had no safety equipment. The report lists no driver errors or specific contributing factors. Neither man was ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was a licensed woman from New York.
1
Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Rear-End Crash▸Jul 1 - A 19-year-old woman on a bike was ejected and injured in a rear-end crash on Flatbush Avenue. Two bikes collided. Police cite following too closely. The rider suffered arm abrasions. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, two bicycles traveling north on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn collided. A 19-year-old female bicyclist was ejected from her bike and suffered abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver error as following too closely. The impact occurred between the left rear quarter panel of one bike and the left front bumper of the other. The injured bicyclist remained conscious. No other vehicle occupants were involved.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Rear-End Crash Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a rear-end collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred as both vehicles traveled westbound. The bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist was injured after being struck from behind while traveling westbound in Brooklyn near 61 9 Street. The bicyclist, a 27-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision damaged the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the bicyclist's bike. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were noted.
23
Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸Jun 23 - SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
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Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Jul 5 - A moped and SUV collided on Flatbush Avenue. The unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling south. The SUV was struck on the right side. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2018 Jeep SUV and a moped. The moped driver, a 26-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV was struck on its right side doors. Both vehicles were traveling south. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor for the crash. The moped driver was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and had two occupants. The crash resulted from improper lane usage by one or both drivers, leading to the moped driver's severe injuries.
1
Sedan Crash on Expressway Injures Two Passengers▸Jul 1 - A Ford sedan took a hit on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Two men inside, ages 29 and 36, suffered back injuries and shock. One wore a lap belt. The other had no safety gear. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a 2022 Ford sedan traveling west on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway was struck on its left rear bumper. Two male passengers, ages 29 and 36, were injured. Both suffered back injuries and shock. The 29-year-old in the rear wore a lap belt. The 36-year-old front passenger had no safety equipment. The report lists no driver errors or specific contributing factors. Neither man was ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was a licensed woman from New York.
1
Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Rear-End Crash▸Jul 1 - A 19-year-old woman on a bike was ejected and injured in a rear-end crash on Flatbush Avenue. Two bikes collided. Police cite following too closely. The rider suffered arm abrasions. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, two bicycles traveling north on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn collided. A 19-year-old female bicyclist was ejected from her bike and suffered abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver error as following too closely. The impact occurred between the left rear quarter panel of one bike and the left front bumper of the other. The injured bicyclist remained conscious. No other vehicle occupants were involved.
23
Bicyclist Ejected in Rear-End Crash Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a rear-end collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred as both vehicles traveled westbound. The bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist was injured after being struck from behind while traveling westbound in Brooklyn near 61 9 Street. The bicyclist, a 27-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision damaged the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the bicyclist's bike. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were noted.
23
Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸Jun 23 - SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
-
Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Jul 1 - A Ford sedan took a hit on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Two men inside, ages 29 and 36, suffered back injuries and shock. One wore a lap belt. The other had no safety gear. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a 2022 Ford sedan traveling west on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway was struck on its left rear bumper. Two male passengers, ages 29 and 36, were injured. Both suffered back injuries and shock. The 29-year-old in the rear wore a lap belt. The 36-year-old front passenger had no safety equipment. The report lists no driver errors or specific contributing factors. Neither man was ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was a licensed woman from New York.
1
Bicyclist Ejected in Brooklyn Rear-End Crash▸Jul 1 - A 19-year-old woman on a bike was ejected and injured in a rear-end crash on Flatbush Avenue. Two bikes collided. Police cite following too closely. The rider suffered arm abrasions. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, two bicycles traveling north on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn collided. A 19-year-old female bicyclist was ejected from her bike and suffered abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver error as following too closely. The impact occurred between the left rear quarter panel of one bike and the left front bumper of the other. The injured bicyclist remained conscious. No other vehicle occupants were involved.
23
Bicyclist Ejected in Rear-End Crash Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a rear-end collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred as both vehicles traveled westbound. The bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist was injured after being struck from behind while traveling westbound in Brooklyn near 61 9 Street. The bicyclist, a 27-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision damaged the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the bicyclist's bike. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were noted.
23
Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸Jun 23 - SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
-
Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Jul 1 - A 19-year-old woman on a bike was ejected and injured in a rear-end crash on Flatbush Avenue. Two bikes collided. Police cite following too closely. The rider suffered arm abrasions. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, two bicycles traveling north on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn collided. A 19-year-old female bicyclist was ejected from her bike and suffered abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver error as following too closely. The impact occurred between the left rear quarter panel of one bike and the left front bumper of the other. The injured bicyclist remained conscious. No other vehicle occupants were involved.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Rear-End Crash Brooklyn▸Jun 23 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a rear-end collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred as both vehicles traveled westbound. The bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist was injured after being struck from behind while traveling westbound in Brooklyn near 61 9 Street. The bicyclist, a 27-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision damaged the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the bicyclist's bike. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were noted.
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Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸Jun 23 - SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
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Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Jun 23 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a rear-end collision in Brooklyn. The crash occurred as both vehicles traveled westbound. The bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist was injured after being struck from behind while traveling westbound in Brooklyn near 61 9 Street. The bicyclist, a 27-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision damaged the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the bicyclist's bike. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were noted.
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Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸Jun 23 - SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
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Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Jun 23 - SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
- Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More), Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-06-23