Queens CB5: Deadly Corners, Known Fixes, stalled urgency

Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.

Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.

• File A 1077, Open States, Published 2025-01-08

Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.

Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.

• File A 1077, Open States, Published 2025-01-08

Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 803 aims to keep cars out of bike lanes. Cameras would catch violators. Streets could clear. Cyclists might breathe easier. Lawmakers back the crackdown. The fight for safe passage continues.

Assembly bill A 803, now in sponsorship, proposes a bicycle lane safety program for New York City. It would enforce restrictions on bike lane use with photo devices. The bill summary reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of bicycle lanes and/or protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Primary sponsor Zohran Mamdani leads, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill was introduced January 8, 2025. No safety analyst note was provided. The measure targets drivers who block or endanger cyclists.

• File A 803, Open States, Published 2025-01-08

Jan 5 - Businesses in Manhattan’s toll zone pass new $9 congestion fee to customers. Councilman Holden calls it a scam tax. Residents pay even if they don’t drive. Gridlock grows near the border. Critics warn of rising costs and slower emergency response.

On January 5, 2025, New York City began enforcing congestion pricing below 60th Street, charging drivers $9 during peak hours. The measure, discussed in the article 'NYC residents slapped with congestion pricing ‘surcharge’ by fed-up companies paying new toll: ‘Hochul inflation’,' has sparked backlash. Queens Councilman Robert F. Holden, representing District 30, condemned the move, stating, 'It’s no surprise that businesses will pass the Congestion Scam Tax on to consumers.' Companies like CompuVoip and Dream Events & Decor now add surcharges for customers in the zone. Holden’s criticism joins that of Bronx Councilwoman Kristy Marmorato and others, who warn of higher costs and increased gridlock. Emergency unions claim response times will suffer. The bill’s impact on vulnerable road users was not assessed.

• NYC residents slapped with congestion pricing ‘surcharge’ by fed-up companies paying new toll: ‘Hochul inflation’, nypost.com, Published 2025-01-05

Jan 4 - An e-scooter rider was ejected and suffered a head injury in a Queens crash. The rider was incoherent and diagnosed with a concussion. The collision involved a sedan and was caused by unsafe speed, according to the police report.

At 12:15 a.m. in Queens on Flushing Avenue near 61st Street, an e-scooter rider was injured after a collision with a sedan, according to the police report. The e-scooter driver, a 39-year-old male, was ejected from the vehicle and sustained a head injury resulting in a concussion. The report states the driver was incoherent at the scene. Both vehicles were traveling eastbound, with the e-scooter struck at its center back end and the sedan impacted at its center front end. The police report identifies unsafe speed as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The incident highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed in mixed vehicle environments.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4783933 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jan 1 - Two sedans collided on Jackie Robinson Parkway shortly after midnight. The driver of one vehicle suffered a head injury and whiplash. Defective shoulders and slippery pavement contributed to the crash, according to the police report.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:05 AM on Jackie Robinson Parkway involving two sedans traveling east. One sedan was parked before the crash and was struck on the left rear bumper, sustaining damage to the center back end. The other sedan, carrying five occupants, was going straight ahead and impacted the right front bumper and quarter panel. The driver of the parked vehicle, a 39-year-old male, sustained a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Shoulders Defective/Improper' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly noted. The injured driver was not using safety equipment. The police report focuses on roadway conditions as key contributors to the collision.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4783206 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Dec 30 - SUV plowed into a parked sedan on Fairview Avenue. Front passenger suffered knee and leg abrasions. Police cite driver inattention. Impact left scars on metal and flesh.

According to the police report, a southbound SUV struck the left rear quarter panel of a parked sedan near 611 Fairview Avenue in Queens at 14:07. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, suffered abrasions to her knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver failed to maintain focus, causing the crash. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted. The collision highlights the danger when drivers lose attention, even with stationary vehicles.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4782690 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Dec 30 - A moped driver was ejected and suffered serious leg injuries after colliding with a sedan in Queens. The crash occurred during improper lane usage and unsafe lane changing. Both vehicles showed no damage despite the violent impact.

According to the police report, the crash happened at 11:34 on Vermont Place near Cypress Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, a 24-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity 3. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors by the moped operator. The moped was traveling northeast and collided with a sedan also traveling northeast. Both vehicles showed no damage despite the impact occurring at the left front quarter panel of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The moped driver was wearing a helmet and remained conscious after the crash. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The data highlights the dangers of improper lane changes leading to severe injuries for vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4782688 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Dec 23 - An 89-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Fresh Pond Rd. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated elbow. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing serious injury at the intersection.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Fresh Pond Rd was making a left turn when it struck an 89-year-old female pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained a fractured, dislocated injury to her elbow, classified as injury severity 3, and remained conscious after the collision. The report explicitly cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor attributed to the driver. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the left front bumper. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal was noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating a 2013 Chevrolet sedan. This crash highlights the danger posed by drivers failing to yield to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4781253 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Dec 23 - A Honda SUV crashed into two parked cars on Himrod Street. Metal screamed. The driver’s face was crushed. He was conscious, bloodied, silent. Alcohol was involved, according to police. The street stood still, broken by the violence of impact.

A 2010 Honda SUV struck two parked vehicles near 1717 Himrod Street in Queens. According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:25 a.m. and involved a single driver, age 29, who suffered severe facial injuries described as 'crush injuries.' The report states the driver was 'conscious' after the collision. Police explicitly list 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. The narrative details that the SUV 'slammed into two parked cars,' emphasizing the violence of the crash. Both struck vehicles were stationary at the time. The driver was wearing only a lap belt. No actions by other road users contributed to the crash, and no pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The focus remains on the driver’s actions and the cited presence of alcohol as a systemic danger.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4782236 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Dec 19 - A 17-year-old male e-bike rider suffered severe leg injuries after a collision with a parked sedan in Queens. The rider was partially ejected and fractured his knee and lower leg. The sedan’s left front quarter panel was damaged in the impact.

According to the police report, a collision occurred at 9:30 AM near 66-33 Grand Ave in Queens involving a sedan and an e-bike. The sedan was parked before the crash, with damage to its left front quarter panel. The 17-year-old male e-bike rider, traveling straight ahead, was partially ejected and sustained a fracture and dislocation to his knee and lower leg. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the rider but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The focus remains on the impact and injuries sustained by the vulnerable e-bike rider, highlighting the dangers posed by vehicle movements near parked cars. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4781766 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Dec 18 - A collision in Queens sent a 38-year-old male passenger to the hospital with head injuries and whiplash. The crash involved a sport utility vehicle and a sedan, both parked before impact. Driver failure to yield right-of-way caused the violent crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:48 in Queens near Woodbine Street. The collision involved a 2025 Honda SUV and a 2025 Toyota sedan, both initially parked. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. A 38-year-old male occupant, seated in the middle front seat of one vehicle and secured with lap belt and harness, suffered head injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel on both vehicles, with damage to the left rear bumper. The report highlights driver error as the cause, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4780382 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Dec 16 - A man crossing Cooper Avenue in a marked crosswalk was hit. He suffered a serious head injury. The driver’s errors are unspecified. The intersection left him exposed. The crash left him semiconscious and bleeding.

According to the police report, a 40-year-old male pedestrian was crossing Cooper Avenue at a marked crosswalk in Queens when a vehicle traveling east struck him. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and was semiconscious with minor bleeding after the crash. The report lists contributing factors as 'unspecified,' with no details on vehicle type or driver actions. No driver errors are identified in the data. The report centers the pedestrian’s position and injury, highlighting his vulnerability at the intersection. No fault is attributed to the victim.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4781796 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Dec 12 - Council Member Holden’s e-bike registration bill faces fierce pushback. Advocates warn it targets immigrants and delivery workers. Business groups fear new costs. Supporters say it brings accountability. Streets remain deadly. Cars still kill most. Debate rages. No easy answers.

Intro. 606, known as Priscilla’s Law, was introduced by Council Member Robert F. Holden of District 30. The bill, debated on December 12, 2024, sits before the City Council. It would require all e-mobility devices not covered by the state DMV to register with the city’s Department of Transportation. The bill’s summary states it aims to increase accountability for e-bike riders after fatal crashes. Holden, the sponsor, cited dangers from unregulated e-vehicles and hit-and-runs. Advocacy groups, including Los Deliveristas Unidos and Open Plans, argue the bill would unfairly criminalize immigrants and delivery workers, and increase police stops for people of color. The NYC Hospitality Alliance warns of new financial and administrative burdens for small businesses. Both sides agree cars cause far more deaths, but the bill’s critics say better street design, not registration, would protect vulnerable road users.

• Immigrant, hospitality advocacy groups push back on NYC e-bike licensing bill, amny.com, Published 2024-12-12

Dec 11 - A 62-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making a right turn in Queens. The pedestrian suffered a fractured hip and upper leg. The driver’s failure to yield right-of-way caused the collision, leaving the victim severely injured.

According to the police report, a 62-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Metropolitan Avenue in Queens around 5 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2021 Subaru SUV, traveling east and making a right turn, struck him. The point of impact was the vehicle’s center front end. The report explicitly cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to his hip and upper leg, classified as a severe injury. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally, but the failure to yield caused the collision. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not listed as a contributing factor. Vehicle damage was reported as none, underscoring the impact on the vulnerable pedestrian.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4778181 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Dec 11 - Council Member Holden wants license plates on e-bikes. Lawyers say it’s illegal. The bill could block riders, clash with state law, and open doors to police stops. Critics warn it hurts city goals. The law department stays silent.

Intro 606, a City Council bill introduced by Council Member Bob Holden, would force the Department of Transportation to register e-bikes and issue license plates for a fee. The bill is named after Priscilla Loke, killed by an electric Citi Bike rider. Legal experts Daniel Flanzig, Peter Beadle, and Brandon Chamberlin argue the bill violates state law, which bars cities from imposing fees that restrict the 'free use' of bicycles. They warn it would create barriers to e-bike use and could lead to inconsistent rules across cities. Holden defends the bill as a push for 'accountability and safety.' Critics say it discourages e-bike use and risks police harassment, especially for immigrants. The city Law Department declined comment. The bill’s legal standing and impact on vulnerable road users remain sharply contested.

• Intro 606 Alert: E-Bike Licensing Bill Is Not Even Legal, Lawyers Say, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-12-11

Dec 10 - SUV and tractor truck collided on the Long Island Expressway. SUV driver injured, suffered back pain and shock. Police cite improper lane use and unsafe lane change as crash causes.

According to the police report, at 22:03 on the Long Island Expressway in Queens, a 2020 Dodge SUV and a 2024 Ford tractor truck, both westbound, collided. The SUV driver, a 35-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The SUV was struck on the right front quarter panel and right side doors. The tractor truck was hit on the left rear quarter panel. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The report points to dangerous lane maneuvers as the cause.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4777815 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Dec 9 - A 67-year-old male driver with a physical disability suffered head injuries and minor bleeding after his SUV struck an object with its left front bumper in Queens. The driver was wearing a lap belt and experienced shock at the scene.

According to the police report, a 67-year-old male driver operating a 2024 Nissan SUV in Queens was injured at 16:27. The vehicle was traveling north and impacted with its left front bumper. The report identifies the driver's physical disability as a contributing factor to the crash. The driver was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt. Injuries included head trauma and minor bleeding, with the driver reported to be in shock. The report does not cite any failure to yield or other driver errors beyond the physical disability. No pedestrian or cyclist involvement was noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4777542 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Dec 2 - Two SUVs slammed together on Jackie Robinson Parkway. Four men hurt. Neck, back, and leg injuries. Unsafe lane change triggered the crash. Shock and pain followed. Metal twisted. Lives rattled.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Jackie Robinson Parkway at 19:42. The 28-year-old Jeep driver merged and made an unsafe lane change, striking a Chevrolet SUV traveling straight. The Jeep’s left side doors and the Chevrolet’s right front bumper took the hit. Four men were injured: both drivers and two passengers suffered neck, back, and leg pain, with all reporting shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The report cites unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor. No one was ejected. Lap belts were used by all. The crash left all occupants shaken and hurt.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4776591 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Dec 1 - A westbound SUV struck the rear of a sedan changing lanes on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The impact injured a rear-seat passenger, causing back contusions and shock. Police cite unsafe lane changing and following too closely as key factors in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:09 on Jackie Robinson Parkway when a westbound sedan was changing lanes. A westbound SUV behind it failed to maintain a safe distance and struck the sedan’s rear center. The report identifies "Unsafe Lane Changing" by the sedan driver and "Following Too Closely" by the SUV driver as contributing factors. A 26-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear of the sedan was injured, sustaining back contusions and experiencing shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The collision caused center front end damage to the SUV and center back end damage to the sedan. The report focuses on driver errors without attributing fault to the injured passenger.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4775540 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19