Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Queens CB5?
Blood on Their Hands: Slow Queens Streets or Count More Dead
Queens CB5: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 18, 2025
The Deaths Keep Coming
Five dead. Twelve left with life-changing wounds. In the last year alone, Queens CB5 has seen 1,267 crashes. Seven hundred forty-four people were hurt. The numbers do not bleed, but the streets do.
Just this spring, a cyclist was killed on Juniper Boulevard North. A box truck turned right. The man on the bike was thrown and crushed. He died there, helmet or not. The truck kept rolling. The street stayed open. Data from NYC Open Data confirms the toll.
A few months before, a 47-year-old cyclist was killed on Maurice Avenue. An SUV and a truck. The man was ejected, died of crush injuries. No one else died. The road was cleared. The city moved on.
The System Fails the Vulnerable
Most of the dead are not behind the wheel. They walk, they ride, they cross. In three years, cars and SUVs caused 334 pedestrian injuries and deaths. Trucks and buses, 27. Motorcycles and mopeds, 12. Bikes, 9. The numbers are cold, but the pain is not.
A bus crash in Flushing left eight hurt. The driver, just 25, told investigators he “misjudged the curb.” Video showed he had fallen asleep. The MTA pulled him from service. “I was all the way in the back and all of a sudden the bus hit the curb, I guess, jumped the curb, I went this way and that way and banged into the side of the bus,” said a passenger.
Leadership: Progress and Delay
Local leaders have taken steps, but the pace is slow. Senator Gianaris and Assembly Member Hevesi both voted to extend school speed zones and co-sponsored bills to force repeat speeders to slow down. But the default speed limit remains above 20 mph. The most dangerous drivers still roam free. Each delay is a risk paid in blood.
What Comes Next
This is not fate. This is policy. Every crash is a choice made by those in power. Call your council member. Demand a 20 mph default. Demand action on repeat speeders. Do not wait for another name to be added to the list.
Act now. The next victim is only a day away.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does Queens CB5 sit politically?
▸ Which areas are in Queens CB5?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Queens CB5?
▸ Are these crashes just accidents, or are they preventable?
▸ What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
▸ What is CrashCount?
▸ How many people were killed or seriously injured in Queens CB5 in the last year?
Citations
▸ Citations
- MTA Bus Slams Curb, Injures Seven, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-11
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4705063 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-18
- Bus Jumps Curb, Eight Injured In Flushing, ABC7, Published 2025-07-11
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- File A 7979, Open States, Published 2023-08-18
- Eight Injured As MTA Bus Hits Pole, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-11
- E-Bike Rider Killed In Police Chase, New York Post, Published 2025-07-13
- Chain-Reaction Crash Kills Two On Belt Parkway, amny, Published 2025-07-10
Other Representatives
District 28
70-50 Austin St. Suite 114, Forest Hills, NY 11375
Room 626, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 30
64-69 Dry Harbor Road, Middle Village, NY 11379
718-366-3900
250 Broadway, Suite 1558, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7381
District 12
22-07 45th St. Suite 1008, Astoria, NY 11105
Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Queens CB5 Queens Community Board 5 sits in Queens, Precinct 104, District 30, AD 28, SD 12.
It contains Maspeth, Ridgewood, Glendale, Middle Village, Mount Olivet & All Faiths Cemeteries, Middle Village Cemetery, St. John Cemetery, Highland Park-Cypress Hills Cemeteries (North).
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Queens Community Board 5
Michael Gianaris Supports Safety Boosting Fare Free Bus Expansion▸Lawmakers push to triple fare-free bus lines. Fifteen routes, more buses, faster rides. Focus on low-income neighborhoods. The move aims to shift New Yorkers from cars to transit. Congestion pricing looms. Riders want speed, reliability, and access.
Senator Michael Gianaris introduced the 'Congestion Pricing Done Right' bill on March 4, 2024. The bill, now before the legislature, seeks to expand New York City's fare-free bus pilot from five to fifteen lines, with three in each borough. The measure promises $45 million for better bus reliability and frequency, targeting low-income and disadvantaged communities. The bill summary states: 'expand and extend New York City's fare-free bus pilot program.' Gianaris, as sponsor, aims to boost mass transit before congestion pricing takes effect. Supporters, including Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani, Riders Alliance, and the Transport Workers Union, stress that affordable, frequent buses are vital for safety and equity. MTA Chair Janno Lieber backs more service but warns that bus lanes lag behind. The bill focuses on routes that can handle more buses without new infrastructure, aiming to make public transit a real alternative to cars.
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More free rides? State lawmakers look to triple size of NYC fare-free bus pilot, increase frequency ahead of congestion pricing,
amny.com,
Published 2024-03-04
2SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Jackie Robinson Parkway▸An unlicensed SUV driver struck a sedan from behind on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries including fractures and whiplash. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 AM on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. A 45-year-old male driver of a 2004 Honda SUV, who was unlicensed, collided with the rear bumper of a 2017 Nissan sedan driven by a 27-year-old licensed male. Both drivers were injured; the SUV driver sustained a fractured shoulder and upper arm, while the sedan driver suffered whiplash affecting his entire body. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The SUV's center front end impacted the sedan's right rear bumper as both vehicles traveled eastbound. Neither occupant was ejected, and both were conscious at the scene. The crash highlights driver errors involving unsafe following distance and distraction, without any noted victim fault.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with an eastbound bicyclist on Maspeth Avenue in Queens. The 22-year-old cyclist was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg trauma. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Maspeth Avenue in Queens at 3:15 PM. A sedan traveling westbound was making a left turn when it struck a bicyclist traveling eastbound. The bicyclist, a 22-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including abrasions. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The primary contributing factor identified by police was driver inattention or distraction. The sedan's front center end impacted the left side doors of the bicycle. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally, but failed to yield or properly observe the bicyclist. No other contributing factors were cited. The cyclist remained conscious after the collision but suffered serious injuries requiring medical attention.
4Two Sedans Collide on Queens Avenue▸Two sedans crashed at a Queens intersection. Both drivers and two passengers suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper turning by one driver as a key factor. All occupants remained conscious and were not ejected despite the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Grand Avenue in Queens at 10:45. Two sedans collided, with impact points on the left front bumper of one vehicle and the right front bumper of the other. The report identifies 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor for one driver. Four occupants were injured: two drivers and two passengers, all male, aged 31 to 39. Injuries included neck trauma and whiplash, with injury severity rated at level 3. None of the occupants were ejected, and all remained conscious. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash, but one driver’s improper turn led to the collision. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing on driver error and vehicle impact details.
Int 0179-2024Holden co-sponsors bill expanding tow pound capacity, boosting street safety.▸Council eyes bigger NYPD tow pounds. Bill demands enough space to haul away law-breaking cars. Public reports would track towing. Committee shelves action. Streets wait.
Int 0179-2024, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, would require the NYPD to run tow pounds with enough capacity to deter illegal driving. The bill, introduced February 28, 2024, and discussed again on April 28, 2025, reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to police department tow pound capacity.' Council Member Kamillah Hanks led as primary sponsor, joined by Feliz, Farías, Narcisse, Restler, Hudson, Louis, and Holden. The bill also calls for public reports on towing operations. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users.
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File Int 0179-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0227-2024Holden co-sponsors bill restricting commercial vehicle parking, boosting street safety.▸Council targets repair shops and rentals clogging city streets with business vehicles. Fines hit hard. Streets clear for people, not profit. Committee weighs next move.
Bill Int 0227-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after its introduction on February 28, 2024. The measure, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...prohibiting certain commercial establishments from parking vehicles on city streets,' cracks down on auto shops, rental businesses, and gas stations using public streets for business parking. Council Members Nantasha M. Williams (primary sponsor), Vickie Paladino, Erik D. Bottcher, and Robert F. Holden back the bill. Violators face $250–$400 daily fines and possible impoundment. The law aims to reclaim curb space for the public, not private fleets. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0227-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden co-sponsors bill restricting parking space reservation, no safety impact.▸Council moves to stop drivers from hogging curb. No more saving spots with cars. No more leaving vehicles parked for weeks. Streets clear, rules tight. Holden leads the charge. Committee weighs the bill.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using a car to reserve a public parking space and blocks parking in one spot for over five days. The matter title: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, now under committee review. The Department of Transportation must alert vehicle owners and stakeholders. No safety analyst has yet assessed the impact on pedestrians or cyclists.
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File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0161-2024Holden co-sponsors bill to require raised speed reducers, boosting street safety.▸Council wants DOT to check 100 speed camera spots a year for raised speed bumps. If possible, bumps go in within a year. DOT must track and report on driver behavior changes. No delay. No loopholes.
Int 0161-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Members Louis (primary), Carr, Ung, Holden, Ariola, Paladino, and Morano. The bill orders DOT to assess at least 100 speed camera locations each year for raised speed reducer feasibility. If feasible, DOT must install the bump within a year. The law demands annual reports on these checks and on shifts in dangerous driving at treated sites. The bill summary reads: 'requiring a raised speed reducer feasibility assessment at speed camera locations.' Council aims to force physical changes where cameras alone fail.
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File Int 0161-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden Supports Ban on Parking Space Hoarding and Overparking▸Council moves to stop drivers from hogging curb. No more saving spots with cars. No more leaving vehicles parked for weeks. Streets clear, rules tight. Holden leads the charge. Committee weighs the bill.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using a car to reserve a public parking space and blocks parking in one spot for over five days. The matter title: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, now under committee review. The Department of Transportation must alert vehicle owners and stakeholders. No safety analyst has yet assessed the impact on pedestrians or cyclists.
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File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden Supports Ban on Reserving and Hoarding Parking Spots▸Council moves to stop drivers from using cars as barricades. No more saving spots. No more leaving cars idle for days. Streets clear. Danger drops for those on foot and bike.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using vehicles to reserve parking and blocks cars from sitting in one spot over five days. The matter title reads: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, which also requires DOT outreach to alert drivers and stakeholders. No votes yet. The bill aims to keep curb space moving and cut hazards for people outside cars.
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File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden Supports Ban on Reserving and Hoarding Parking Spots▸Council moves to stop drivers from using cars as barricades. No more saving spots. No more leaving cars idle for days. Streets clear. Danger drops for those on foot and bike.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using vehicles to reserve parking and blocks cars from sitting in one spot over five days. The matter title reads: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, which also requires DOT outreach to alert drivers and stakeholders. No votes yet. The bill aims to keep curb space moving and cut hazards for people outside cars.
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File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
S 8658Gianaris sponsors congestion pricing bill, boosting transit use and street safety.▸Senate bill S 8658 orders $90 million for faster, more reliable buses and fare-free rides. Sponsors push MTA to act. Riders wait for relief. Streets choke on traffic. The city holds its breath.
Senate bill S 8658, introduced on February 27, 2024, sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'get congestion pricing right act,' directs the MTA to spend $45 million to boost bus frequency and reliability, and another $45 million to expand fare-free bus pilots in New York City. Senators Michael Gianaris (primary sponsor), Jabari Brisport, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, and Julia Salazar back the measure. The bill demands reporting on these investments. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users.
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File S 8658,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-27
Dennis P Gallagher Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Bill▸Danielle Aber died on Nassau Avenue. The driver, Stanley Manel, had 26 speed camera tickets. He faced minor charges. Officials demand action: lower speed limits, force repeat offenders to install speed controls, and redesign deadly streets. The city’s inaction kills.
"Assembly Member Gallagher carries legislation requiring drivers with six or more speeding tickets in a year – or with 11 or more points on their license in 18 months – to install an intelligent speed assistance device in their car that prevents speeding." -- Dennis P. Gallagher
On February 25, 2024, after Danielle Aber was killed by a repeat speeding driver in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, a coalition of elected officials demanded sweeping changes. The group—Assembly Member Emily Gallagher, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, Council Member Lincoln Restler, and U.S. Rep. Nydia Velázquez—called for passage of two state bills: one mandating intelligent speed assistance devices for drivers with six or more speeding tickets in a year, and 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let the City Council lower speed limits. Their statement read, 'We’re calling on the New York State legislature to pass two critical bills that would lead to fewer incidents of traffic violence.' They also urged the Department of Transportation to install raised crosswalks and daylighting at intersections, and to convert Nassau and Norman avenues to one-way streets. The officials’ push highlights the deadly gap in accountability and infrastructure that leaves vulnerable road users at risk.
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Greenpoint Woman Dies from Injuries Sustained in Crash,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-02-25
Box Truck Crushes Cyclist on Maurice Avenue▸A box truck struck a 47-year-old man on a bike, crushing him. He was thrown, suffered fatal head trauma, and died on the cold street. The truck kept straight. The man did not move again.
A fatal collision occurred on Maurice Avenue when a box truck struck a 47-year-old male cyclist, according to the police report. The narrative states the cyclist was thrown, crushed, and killed, suffering head trauma. The police report notes the truck 'kept straight' as it struck the cyclist, who lay still after impact. The contributing factor listed by police is 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but no specific driver error is cited in the data. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as recorded in the report, but this is not listed as a contributing factor to the crash. The violence of the impact and the truck's continued path underscore the danger faced by cyclists sharing streets with large vehicles.
Sedan Driver Distracted, Cyclist Ejected on 69 Street▸A sedan struck a northbound bicyclist on 69 Street. Driver inattention sent the rider flying. The cyclist suffered fractured and dislocated leg and foot. Another case of distraction maiming the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan struck a 22-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on 69 Street just after midnight. The sedan, initially parked, hit the cyclist with its left rear bumper. The impact ejected the rider, causing serious injuries: fractures, dislocations, and distortions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using safety equipment at the time, but no other factors were cited. This crash shows how a moment of driver distraction can inflict lasting harm on people outside the car.
Sedan Rear-Ends Carry All on Long Island Expressway▸A sedan struck the rear of a carry all vehicle on the Long Island Expressway. The front passenger in the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:10 on the Long Island Expressway. A 2019 sedan traveling west struck the center back end of a 2016 carry all vehicle also traveling west. The sedan was slowing or stopping before impact, while the carry all was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan's center back end and the carry all's center front end. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. A 25-year-old male front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The drivers of both vehicles were licensed in New York. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining safe following distance on a busy expressway.
S 2714Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Rear-Ended While Driving Straight▸A 67-year-old woman driving an SUV was injured when another vehicle made a right turn and struck her right rear quarter panel. The impact caused a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm. The crash happened on Maurice Avenue in Queens.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:15 on Maurice Avenue in Queens. The 67-year-old female driver of a 2016 SUV was traveling northeast, going straight ahead, when she was struck on the right rear quarter panel by another vehicle making a right turn. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" as a contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The collision caused damage to the right rear bumper of the SUV. No contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report.
Lawmakers push to triple fare-free bus lines. Fifteen routes, more buses, faster rides. Focus on low-income neighborhoods. The move aims to shift New Yorkers from cars to transit. Congestion pricing looms. Riders want speed, reliability, and access.
Senator Michael Gianaris introduced the 'Congestion Pricing Done Right' bill on March 4, 2024. The bill, now before the legislature, seeks to expand New York City's fare-free bus pilot from five to fifteen lines, with three in each borough. The measure promises $45 million for better bus reliability and frequency, targeting low-income and disadvantaged communities. The bill summary states: 'expand and extend New York City's fare-free bus pilot program.' Gianaris, as sponsor, aims to boost mass transit before congestion pricing takes effect. Supporters, including Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani, Riders Alliance, and the Transport Workers Union, stress that affordable, frequent buses are vital for safety and equity. MTA Chair Janno Lieber backs more service but warns that bus lanes lag behind. The bill focuses on routes that can handle more buses without new infrastructure, aiming to make public transit a real alternative to cars.
- More free rides? State lawmakers look to triple size of NYC fare-free bus pilot, increase frequency ahead of congestion pricing, amny.com, Published 2024-03-04
2SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Jackie Robinson Parkway▸An unlicensed SUV driver struck a sedan from behind on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries including fractures and whiplash. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 AM on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. A 45-year-old male driver of a 2004 Honda SUV, who was unlicensed, collided with the rear bumper of a 2017 Nissan sedan driven by a 27-year-old licensed male. Both drivers were injured; the SUV driver sustained a fractured shoulder and upper arm, while the sedan driver suffered whiplash affecting his entire body. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The SUV's center front end impacted the sedan's right rear bumper as both vehicles traveled eastbound. Neither occupant was ejected, and both were conscious at the scene. The crash highlights driver errors involving unsafe following distance and distraction, without any noted victim fault.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with an eastbound bicyclist on Maspeth Avenue in Queens. The 22-year-old cyclist was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg trauma. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Maspeth Avenue in Queens at 3:15 PM. A sedan traveling westbound was making a left turn when it struck a bicyclist traveling eastbound. The bicyclist, a 22-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including abrasions. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The primary contributing factor identified by police was driver inattention or distraction. The sedan's front center end impacted the left side doors of the bicycle. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally, but failed to yield or properly observe the bicyclist. No other contributing factors were cited. The cyclist remained conscious after the collision but suffered serious injuries requiring medical attention.
4Two Sedans Collide on Queens Avenue▸Two sedans crashed at a Queens intersection. Both drivers and two passengers suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper turning by one driver as a key factor. All occupants remained conscious and were not ejected despite the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Grand Avenue in Queens at 10:45. Two sedans collided, with impact points on the left front bumper of one vehicle and the right front bumper of the other. The report identifies 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor for one driver. Four occupants were injured: two drivers and two passengers, all male, aged 31 to 39. Injuries included neck trauma and whiplash, with injury severity rated at level 3. None of the occupants were ejected, and all remained conscious. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash, but one driver’s improper turn led to the collision. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing on driver error and vehicle impact details.
Int 0179-2024Holden co-sponsors bill expanding tow pound capacity, boosting street safety.▸Council eyes bigger NYPD tow pounds. Bill demands enough space to haul away law-breaking cars. Public reports would track towing. Committee shelves action. Streets wait.
Int 0179-2024, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, would require the NYPD to run tow pounds with enough capacity to deter illegal driving. The bill, introduced February 28, 2024, and discussed again on April 28, 2025, reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to police department tow pound capacity.' Council Member Kamillah Hanks led as primary sponsor, joined by Feliz, Farías, Narcisse, Restler, Hudson, Louis, and Holden. The bill also calls for public reports on towing operations. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users.
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File Int 0179-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0227-2024Holden co-sponsors bill restricting commercial vehicle parking, boosting street safety.▸Council targets repair shops and rentals clogging city streets with business vehicles. Fines hit hard. Streets clear for people, not profit. Committee weighs next move.
Bill Int 0227-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after its introduction on February 28, 2024. The measure, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...prohibiting certain commercial establishments from parking vehicles on city streets,' cracks down on auto shops, rental businesses, and gas stations using public streets for business parking. Council Members Nantasha M. Williams (primary sponsor), Vickie Paladino, Erik D. Bottcher, and Robert F. Holden back the bill. Violators face $250–$400 daily fines and possible impoundment. The law aims to reclaim curb space for the public, not private fleets. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0227-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden co-sponsors bill restricting parking space reservation, no safety impact.▸Council moves to stop drivers from hogging curb. No more saving spots with cars. No more leaving vehicles parked for weeks. Streets clear, rules tight. Holden leads the charge. Committee weighs the bill.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using a car to reserve a public parking space and blocks parking in one spot for over five days. The matter title: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, now under committee review. The Department of Transportation must alert vehicle owners and stakeholders. No safety analyst has yet assessed the impact on pedestrians or cyclists.
-
File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0161-2024Holden co-sponsors bill to require raised speed reducers, boosting street safety.▸Council wants DOT to check 100 speed camera spots a year for raised speed bumps. If possible, bumps go in within a year. DOT must track and report on driver behavior changes. No delay. No loopholes.
Int 0161-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Members Louis (primary), Carr, Ung, Holden, Ariola, Paladino, and Morano. The bill orders DOT to assess at least 100 speed camera locations each year for raised speed reducer feasibility. If feasible, DOT must install the bump within a year. The law demands annual reports on these checks and on shifts in dangerous driving at treated sites. The bill summary reads: 'requiring a raised speed reducer feasibility assessment at speed camera locations.' Council aims to force physical changes where cameras alone fail.
-
File Int 0161-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden Supports Ban on Parking Space Hoarding and Overparking▸Council moves to stop drivers from hogging curb. No more saving spots with cars. No more leaving vehicles parked for weeks. Streets clear, rules tight. Holden leads the charge. Committee weighs the bill.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using a car to reserve a public parking space and blocks parking in one spot for over five days. The matter title: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, now under committee review. The Department of Transportation must alert vehicle owners and stakeholders. No safety analyst has yet assessed the impact on pedestrians or cyclists.
-
File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden Supports Ban on Reserving and Hoarding Parking Spots▸Council moves to stop drivers from using cars as barricades. No more saving spots. No more leaving cars idle for days. Streets clear. Danger drops for those on foot and bike.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using vehicles to reserve parking and blocks cars from sitting in one spot over five days. The matter title reads: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, which also requires DOT outreach to alert drivers and stakeholders. No votes yet. The bill aims to keep curb space moving and cut hazards for people outside cars.
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File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden Supports Ban on Reserving and Hoarding Parking Spots▸Council moves to stop drivers from using cars as barricades. No more saving spots. No more leaving cars idle for days. Streets clear. Danger drops for those on foot and bike.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using vehicles to reserve parking and blocks cars from sitting in one spot over five days. The matter title reads: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, which also requires DOT outreach to alert drivers and stakeholders. No votes yet. The bill aims to keep curb space moving and cut hazards for people outside cars.
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File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
S 8658Gianaris sponsors congestion pricing bill, boosting transit use and street safety.▸Senate bill S 8658 orders $90 million for faster, more reliable buses and fare-free rides. Sponsors push MTA to act. Riders wait for relief. Streets choke on traffic. The city holds its breath.
Senate bill S 8658, introduced on February 27, 2024, sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'get congestion pricing right act,' directs the MTA to spend $45 million to boost bus frequency and reliability, and another $45 million to expand fare-free bus pilots in New York City. Senators Michael Gianaris (primary sponsor), Jabari Brisport, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, and Julia Salazar back the measure. The bill demands reporting on these investments. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users.
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File S 8658,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-27
Dennis P Gallagher Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Bill▸Danielle Aber died on Nassau Avenue. The driver, Stanley Manel, had 26 speed camera tickets. He faced minor charges. Officials demand action: lower speed limits, force repeat offenders to install speed controls, and redesign deadly streets. The city’s inaction kills.
"Assembly Member Gallagher carries legislation requiring drivers with six or more speeding tickets in a year – or with 11 or more points on their license in 18 months – to install an intelligent speed assistance device in their car that prevents speeding." -- Dennis P. Gallagher
On February 25, 2024, after Danielle Aber was killed by a repeat speeding driver in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, a coalition of elected officials demanded sweeping changes. The group—Assembly Member Emily Gallagher, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, Council Member Lincoln Restler, and U.S. Rep. Nydia Velázquez—called for passage of two state bills: one mandating intelligent speed assistance devices for drivers with six or more speeding tickets in a year, and 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let the City Council lower speed limits. Their statement read, 'We’re calling on the New York State legislature to pass two critical bills that would lead to fewer incidents of traffic violence.' They also urged the Department of Transportation to install raised crosswalks and daylighting at intersections, and to convert Nassau and Norman avenues to one-way streets. The officials’ push highlights the deadly gap in accountability and infrastructure that leaves vulnerable road users at risk.
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Greenpoint Woman Dies from Injuries Sustained in Crash,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-02-25
Box Truck Crushes Cyclist on Maurice Avenue▸A box truck struck a 47-year-old man on a bike, crushing him. He was thrown, suffered fatal head trauma, and died on the cold street. The truck kept straight. The man did not move again.
A fatal collision occurred on Maurice Avenue when a box truck struck a 47-year-old male cyclist, according to the police report. The narrative states the cyclist was thrown, crushed, and killed, suffering head trauma. The police report notes the truck 'kept straight' as it struck the cyclist, who lay still after impact. The contributing factor listed by police is 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but no specific driver error is cited in the data. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as recorded in the report, but this is not listed as a contributing factor to the crash. The violence of the impact and the truck's continued path underscore the danger faced by cyclists sharing streets with large vehicles.
Sedan Driver Distracted, Cyclist Ejected on 69 Street▸A sedan struck a northbound bicyclist on 69 Street. Driver inattention sent the rider flying. The cyclist suffered fractured and dislocated leg and foot. Another case of distraction maiming the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan struck a 22-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on 69 Street just after midnight. The sedan, initially parked, hit the cyclist with its left rear bumper. The impact ejected the rider, causing serious injuries: fractures, dislocations, and distortions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using safety equipment at the time, but no other factors were cited. This crash shows how a moment of driver distraction can inflict lasting harm on people outside the car.
Sedan Rear-Ends Carry All on Long Island Expressway▸A sedan struck the rear of a carry all vehicle on the Long Island Expressway. The front passenger in the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:10 on the Long Island Expressway. A 2019 sedan traveling west struck the center back end of a 2016 carry all vehicle also traveling west. The sedan was slowing or stopping before impact, while the carry all was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan's center back end and the carry all's center front end. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. A 25-year-old male front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The drivers of both vehicles were licensed in New York. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining safe following distance on a busy expressway.
S 2714Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Rear-Ended While Driving Straight▸A 67-year-old woman driving an SUV was injured when another vehicle made a right turn and struck her right rear quarter panel. The impact caused a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm. The crash happened on Maurice Avenue in Queens.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:15 on Maurice Avenue in Queens. The 67-year-old female driver of a 2016 SUV was traveling northeast, going straight ahead, when she was struck on the right rear quarter panel by another vehicle making a right turn. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" as a contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The collision caused damage to the right rear bumper of the SUV. No contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report.
An unlicensed SUV driver struck a sedan from behind on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries including fractures and whiplash. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 AM on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. A 45-year-old male driver of a 2004 Honda SUV, who was unlicensed, collided with the rear bumper of a 2017 Nissan sedan driven by a 27-year-old licensed male. Both drivers were injured; the SUV driver sustained a fractured shoulder and upper arm, while the sedan driver suffered whiplash affecting his entire body. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The SUV's center front end impacted the sedan's right rear bumper as both vehicles traveled eastbound. Neither occupant was ejected, and both were conscious at the scene. The crash highlights driver errors involving unsafe following distance and distraction, without any noted victim fault.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with an eastbound bicyclist on Maspeth Avenue in Queens. The 22-year-old cyclist was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg trauma. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Maspeth Avenue in Queens at 3:15 PM. A sedan traveling westbound was making a left turn when it struck a bicyclist traveling eastbound. The bicyclist, a 22-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including abrasions. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The primary contributing factor identified by police was driver inattention or distraction. The sedan's front center end impacted the left side doors of the bicycle. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally, but failed to yield or properly observe the bicyclist. No other contributing factors were cited. The cyclist remained conscious after the collision but suffered serious injuries requiring medical attention.
4Two Sedans Collide on Queens Avenue▸Two sedans crashed at a Queens intersection. Both drivers and two passengers suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper turning by one driver as a key factor. All occupants remained conscious and were not ejected despite the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Grand Avenue in Queens at 10:45. Two sedans collided, with impact points on the left front bumper of one vehicle and the right front bumper of the other. The report identifies 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor for one driver. Four occupants were injured: two drivers and two passengers, all male, aged 31 to 39. Injuries included neck trauma and whiplash, with injury severity rated at level 3. None of the occupants were ejected, and all remained conscious. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash, but one driver’s improper turn led to the collision. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing on driver error and vehicle impact details.
Int 0179-2024Holden co-sponsors bill expanding tow pound capacity, boosting street safety.▸Council eyes bigger NYPD tow pounds. Bill demands enough space to haul away law-breaking cars. Public reports would track towing. Committee shelves action. Streets wait.
Int 0179-2024, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, would require the NYPD to run tow pounds with enough capacity to deter illegal driving. The bill, introduced February 28, 2024, and discussed again on April 28, 2025, reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to police department tow pound capacity.' Council Member Kamillah Hanks led as primary sponsor, joined by Feliz, Farías, Narcisse, Restler, Hudson, Louis, and Holden. The bill also calls for public reports on towing operations. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users.
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File Int 0179-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0227-2024Holden co-sponsors bill restricting commercial vehicle parking, boosting street safety.▸Council targets repair shops and rentals clogging city streets with business vehicles. Fines hit hard. Streets clear for people, not profit. Committee weighs next move.
Bill Int 0227-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after its introduction on February 28, 2024. The measure, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...prohibiting certain commercial establishments from parking vehicles on city streets,' cracks down on auto shops, rental businesses, and gas stations using public streets for business parking. Council Members Nantasha M. Williams (primary sponsor), Vickie Paladino, Erik D. Bottcher, and Robert F. Holden back the bill. Violators face $250–$400 daily fines and possible impoundment. The law aims to reclaim curb space for the public, not private fleets. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0227-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden co-sponsors bill restricting parking space reservation, no safety impact.▸Council moves to stop drivers from hogging curb. No more saving spots with cars. No more leaving vehicles parked for weeks. Streets clear, rules tight. Holden leads the charge. Committee weighs the bill.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using a car to reserve a public parking space and blocks parking in one spot for over five days. The matter title: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, now under committee review. The Department of Transportation must alert vehicle owners and stakeholders. No safety analyst has yet assessed the impact on pedestrians or cyclists.
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File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0161-2024Holden co-sponsors bill to require raised speed reducers, boosting street safety.▸Council wants DOT to check 100 speed camera spots a year for raised speed bumps. If possible, bumps go in within a year. DOT must track and report on driver behavior changes. No delay. No loopholes.
Int 0161-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Members Louis (primary), Carr, Ung, Holden, Ariola, Paladino, and Morano. The bill orders DOT to assess at least 100 speed camera locations each year for raised speed reducer feasibility. If feasible, DOT must install the bump within a year. The law demands annual reports on these checks and on shifts in dangerous driving at treated sites. The bill summary reads: 'requiring a raised speed reducer feasibility assessment at speed camera locations.' Council aims to force physical changes where cameras alone fail.
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File Int 0161-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden Supports Ban on Parking Space Hoarding and Overparking▸Council moves to stop drivers from hogging curb. No more saving spots with cars. No more leaving vehicles parked for weeks. Streets clear, rules tight. Holden leads the charge. Committee weighs the bill.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using a car to reserve a public parking space and blocks parking in one spot for over five days. The matter title: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, now under committee review. The Department of Transportation must alert vehicle owners and stakeholders. No safety analyst has yet assessed the impact on pedestrians or cyclists.
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File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden Supports Ban on Reserving and Hoarding Parking Spots▸Council moves to stop drivers from using cars as barricades. No more saving spots. No more leaving cars idle for days. Streets clear. Danger drops for those on foot and bike.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using vehicles to reserve parking and blocks cars from sitting in one spot over five days. The matter title reads: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, which also requires DOT outreach to alert drivers and stakeholders. No votes yet. The bill aims to keep curb space moving and cut hazards for people outside cars.
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File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden Supports Ban on Reserving and Hoarding Parking Spots▸Council moves to stop drivers from using cars as barricades. No more saving spots. No more leaving cars idle for days. Streets clear. Danger drops for those on foot and bike.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using vehicles to reserve parking and blocks cars from sitting in one spot over five days. The matter title reads: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, which also requires DOT outreach to alert drivers and stakeholders. No votes yet. The bill aims to keep curb space moving and cut hazards for people outside cars.
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File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
S 8658Gianaris sponsors congestion pricing bill, boosting transit use and street safety.▸Senate bill S 8658 orders $90 million for faster, more reliable buses and fare-free rides. Sponsors push MTA to act. Riders wait for relief. Streets choke on traffic. The city holds its breath.
Senate bill S 8658, introduced on February 27, 2024, sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'get congestion pricing right act,' directs the MTA to spend $45 million to boost bus frequency and reliability, and another $45 million to expand fare-free bus pilots in New York City. Senators Michael Gianaris (primary sponsor), Jabari Brisport, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, and Julia Salazar back the measure. The bill demands reporting on these investments. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users.
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File S 8658,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-27
Dennis P Gallagher Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Bill▸Danielle Aber died on Nassau Avenue. The driver, Stanley Manel, had 26 speed camera tickets. He faced minor charges. Officials demand action: lower speed limits, force repeat offenders to install speed controls, and redesign deadly streets. The city’s inaction kills.
"Assembly Member Gallagher carries legislation requiring drivers with six or more speeding tickets in a year – or with 11 or more points on their license in 18 months – to install an intelligent speed assistance device in their car that prevents speeding." -- Dennis P. Gallagher
On February 25, 2024, after Danielle Aber was killed by a repeat speeding driver in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, a coalition of elected officials demanded sweeping changes. The group—Assembly Member Emily Gallagher, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, Council Member Lincoln Restler, and U.S. Rep. Nydia Velázquez—called for passage of two state bills: one mandating intelligent speed assistance devices for drivers with six or more speeding tickets in a year, and 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let the City Council lower speed limits. Their statement read, 'We’re calling on the New York State legislature to pass two critical bills that would lead to fewer incidents of traffic violence.' They also urged the Department of Transportation to install raised crosswalks and daylighting at intersections, and to convert Nassau and Norman avenues to one-way streets. The officials’ push highlights the deadly gap in accountability and infrastructure that leaves vulnerable road users at risk.
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Greenpoint Woman Dies from Injuries Sustained in Crash,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-02-25
Box Truck Crushes Cyclist on Maurice Avenue▸A box truck struck a 47-year-old man on a bike, crushing him. He was thrown, suffered fatal head trauma, and died on the cold street. The truck kept straight. The man did not move again.
A fatal collision occurred on Maurice Avenue when a box truck struck a 47-year-old male cyclist, according to the police report. The narrative states the cyclist was thrown, crushed, and killed, suffering head trauma. The police report notes the truck 'kept straight' as it struck the cyclist, who lay still after impact. The contributing factor listed by police is 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but no specific driver error is cited in the data. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as recorded in the report, but this is not listed as a contributing factor to the crash. The violence of the impact and the truck's continued path underscore the danger faced by cyclists sharing streets with large vehicles.
Sedan Driver Distracted, Cyclist Ejected on 69 Street▸A sedan struck a northbound bicyclist on 69 Street. Driver inattention sent the rider flying. The cyclist suffered fractured and dislocated leg and foot. Another case of distraction maiming the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan struck a 22-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on 69 Street just after midnight. The sedan, initially parked, hit the cyclist with its left rear bumper. The impact ejected the rider, causing serious injuries: fractures, dislocations, and distortions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using safety equipment at the time, but no other factors were cited. This crash shows how a moment of driver distraction can inflict lasting harm on people outside the car.
Sedan Rear-Ends Carry All on Long Island Expressway▸A sedan struck the rear of a carry all vehicle on the Long Island Expressway. The front passenger in the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:10 on the Long Island Expressway. A 2019 sedan traveling west struck the center back end of a 2016 carry all vehicle also traveling west. The sedan was slowing or stopping before impact, while the carry all was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan's center back end and the carry all's center front end. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. A 25-year-old male front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The drivers of both vehicles were licensed in New York. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining safe following distance on a busy expressway.
S 2714Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Rear-Ended While Driving Straight▸A 67-year-old woman driving an SUV was injured when another vehicle made a right turn and struck her right rear quarter panel. The impact caused a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm. The crash happened on Maurice Avenue in Queens.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:15 on Maurice Avenue in Queens. The 67-year-old female driver of a 2016 SUV was traveling northeast, going straight ahead, when she was struck on the right rear quarter panel by another vehicle making a right turn. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" as a contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The collision caused damage to the right rear bumper of the SUV. No contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report.
A sedan making a left turn collided with an eastbound bicyclist on Maspeth Avenue in Queens. The 22-year-old cyclist was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg trauma. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Maspeth Avenue in Queens at 3:15 PM. A sedan traveling westbound was making a left turn when it struck a bicyclist traveling eastbound. The bicyclist, a 22-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including abrasions. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The primary contributing factor identified by police was driver inattention or distraction. The sedan's front center end impacted the left side doors of the bicycle. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally, but failed to yield or properly observe the bicyclist. No other contributing factors were cited. The cyclist remained conscious after the collision but suffered serious injuries requiring medical attention.
4Two Sedans Collide on Queens Avenue▸Two sedans crashed at a Queens intersection. Both drivers and two passengers suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper turning by one driver as a key factor. All occupants remained conscious and were not ejected despite the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Grand Avenue in Queens at 10:45. Two sedans collided, with impact points on the left front bumper of one vehicle and the right front bumper of the other. The report identifies 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor for one driver. Four occupants were injured: two drivers and two passengers, all male, aged 31 to 39. Injuries included neck trauma and whiplash, with injury severity rated at level 3. None of the occupants were ejected, and all remained conscious. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash, but one driver’s improper turn led to the collision. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing on driver error and vehicle impact details.
Int 0179-2024Holden co-sponsors bill expanding tow pound capacity, boosting street safety.▸Council eyes bigger NYPD tow pounds. Bill demands enough space to haul away law-breaking cars. Public reports would track towing. Committee shelves action. Streets wait.
Int 0179-2024, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, would require the NYPD to run tow pounds with enough capacity to deter illegal driving. The bill, introduced February 28, 2024, and discussed again on April 28, 2025, reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to police department tow pound capacity.' Council Member Kamillah Hanks led as primary sponsor, joined by Feliz, Farías, Narcisse, Restler, Hudson, Louis, and Holden. The bill also calls for public reports on towing operations. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users.
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File Int 0179-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0227-2024Holden co-sponsors bill restricting commercial vehicle parking, boosting street safety.▸Council targets repair shops and rentals clogging city streets with business vehicles. Fines hit hard. Streets clear for people, not profit. Committee weighs next move.
Bill Int 0227-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after its introduction on February 28, 2024. The measure, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...prohibiting certain commercial establishments from parking vehicles on city streets,' cracks down on auto shops, rental businesses, and gas stations using public streets for business parking. Council Members Nantasha M. Williams (primary sponsor), Vickie Paladino, Erik D. Bottcher, and Robert F. Holden back the bill. Violators face $250–$400 daily fines and possible impoundment. The law aims to reclaim curb space for the public, not private fleets. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0227-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden co-sponsors bill restricting parking space reservation, no safety impact.▸Council moves to stop drivers from hogging curb. No more saving spots with cars. No more leaving vehicles parked for weeks. Streets clear, rules tight. Holden leads the charge. Committee weighs the bill.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using a car to reserve a public parking space and blocks parking in one spot for over five days. The matter title: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, now under committee review. The Department of Transportation must alert vehicle owners and stakeholders. No safety analyst has yet assessed the impact on pedestrians or cyclists.
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File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0161-2024Holden co-sponsors bill to require raised speed reducers, boosting street safety.▸Council wants DOT to check 100 speed camera spots a year for raised speed bumps. If possible, bumps go in within a year. DOT must track and report on driver behavior changes. No delay. No loopholes.
Int 0161-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Members Louis (primary), Carr, Ung, Holden, Ariola, Paladino, and Morano. The bill orders DOT to assess at least 100 speed camera locations each year for raised speed reducer feasibility. If feasible, DOT must install the bump within a year. The law demands annual reports on these checks and on shifts in dangerous driving at treated sites. The bill summary reads: 'requiring a raised speed reducer feasibility assessment at speed camera locations.' Council aims to force physical changes where cameras alone fail.
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File Int 0161-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden Supports Ban on Parking Space Hoarding and Overparking▸Council moves to stop drivers from hogging curb. No more saving spots with cars. No more leaving vehicles parked for weeks. Streets clear, rules tight. Holden leads the charge. Committee weighs the bill.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using a car to reserve a public parking space and blocks parking in one spot for over five days. The matter title: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, now under committee review. The Department of Transportation must alert vehicle owners and stakeholders. No safety analyst has yet assessed the impact on pedestrians or cyclists.
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File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden Supports Ban on Reserving and Hoarding Parking Spots▸Council moves to stop drivers from using cars as barricades. No more saving spots. No more leaving cars idle for days. Streets clear. Danger drops for those on foot and bike.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using vehicles to reserve parking and blocks cars from sitting in one spot over five days. The matter title reads: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, which also requires DOT outreach to alert drivers and stakeholders. No votes yet. The bill aims to keep curb space moving and cut hazards for people outside cars.
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File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden Supports Ban on Reserving and Hoarding Parking Spots▸Council moves to stop drivers from using cars as barricades. No more saving spots. No more leaving cars idle for days. Streets clear. Danger drops for those on foot and bike.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using vehicles to reserve parking and blocks cars from sitting in one spot over five days. The matter title reads: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, which also requires DOT outreach to alert drivers and stakeholders. No votes yet. The bill aims to keep curb space moving and cut hazards for people outside cars.
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File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
S 8658Gianaris sponsors congestion pricing bill, boosting transit use and street safety.▸Senate bill S 8658 orders $90 million for faster, more reliable buses and fare-free rides. Sponsors push MTA to act. Riders wait for relief. Streets choke on traffic. The city holds its breath.
Senate bill S 8658, introduced on February 27, 2024, sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'get congestion pricing right act,' directs the MTA to spend $45 million to boost bus frequency and reliability, and another $45 million to expand fare-free bus pilots in New York City. Senators Michael Gianaris (primary sponsor), Jabari Brisport, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, and Julia Salazar back the measure. The bill demands reporting on these investments. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users.
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File S 8658,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-27
Dennis P Gallagher Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Bill▸Danielle Aber died on Nassau Avenue. The driver, Stanley Manel, had 26 speed camera tickets. He faced minor charges. Officials demand action: lower speed limits, force repeat offenders to install speed controls, and redesign deadly streets. The city’s inaction kills.
"Assembly Member Gallagher carries legislation requiring drivers with six or more speeding tickets in a year – or with 11 or more points on their license in 18 months – to install an intelligent speed assistance device in their car that prevents speeding." -- Dennis P. Gallagher
On February 25, 2024, after Danielle Aber was killed by a repeat speeding driver in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, a coalition of elected officials demanded sweeping changes. The group—Assembly Member Emily Gallagher, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, Council Member Lincoln Restler, and U.S. Rep. Nydia Velázquez—called for passage of two state bills: one mandating intelligent speed assistance devices for drivers with six or more speeding tickets in a year, and 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let the City Council lower speed limits. Their statement read, 'We’re calling on the New York State legislature to pass two critical bills that would lead to fewer incidents of traffic violence.' They also urged the Department of Transportation to install raised crosswalks and daylighting at intersections, and to convert Nassau and Norman avenues to one-way streets. The officials’ push highlights the deadly gap in accountability and infrastructure that leaves vulnerable road users at risk.
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Greenpoint Woman Dies from Injuries Sustained in Crash,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-02-25
Box Truck Crushes Cyclist on Maurice Avenue▸A box truck struck a 47-year-old man on a bike, crushing him. He was thrown, suffered fatal head trauma, and died on the cold street. The truck kept straight. The man did not move again.
A fatal collision occurred on Maurice Avenue when a box truck struck a 47-year-old male cyclist, according to the police report. The narrative states the cyclist was thrown, crushed, and killed, suffering head trauma. The police report notes the truck 'kept straight' as it struck the cyclist, who lay still after impact. The contributing factor listed by police is 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but no specific driver error is cited in the data. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as recorded in the report, but this is not listed as a contributing factor to the crash. The violence of the impact and the truck's continued path underscore the danger faced by cyclists sharing streets with large vehicles.
Sedan Driver Distracted, Cyclist Ejected on 69 Street▸A sedan struck a northbound bicyclist on 69 Street. Driver inattention sent the rider flying. The cyclist suffered fractured and dislocated leg and foot. Another case of distraction maiming the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan struck a 22-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on 69 Street just after midnight. The sedan, initially parked, hit the cyclist with its left rear bumper. The impact ejected the rider, causing serious injuries: fractures, dislocations, and distortions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using safety equipment at the time, but no other factors were cited. This crash shows how a moment of driver distraction can inflict lasting harm on people outside the car.
Sedan Rear-Ends Carry All on Long Island Expressway▸A sedan struck the rear of a carry all vehicle on the Long Island Expressway. The front passenger in the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:10 on the Long Island Expressway. A 2019 sedan traveling west struck the center back end of a 2016 carry all vehicle also traveling west. The sedan was slowing or stopping before impact, while the carry all was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan's center back end and the carry all's center front end. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. A 25-year-old male front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The drivers of both vehicles were licensed in New York. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining safe following distance on a busy expressway.
S 2714Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Rear-Ended While Driving Straight▸A 67-year-old woman driving an SUV was injured when another vehicle made a right turn and struck her right rear quarter panel. The impact caused a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm. The crash happened on Maurice Avenue in Queens.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:15 on Maurice Avenue in Queens. The 67-year-old female driver of a 2016 SUV was traveling northeast, going straight ahead, when she was struck on the right rear quarter panel by another vehicle making a right turn. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" as a contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The collision caused damage to the right rear bumper of the SUV. No contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report.
Two sedans crashed at a Queens intersection. Both drivers and two passengers suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper turning by one driver as a key factor. All occupants remained conscious and were not ejected despite the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Grand Avenue in Queens at 10:45. Two sedans collided, with impact points on the left front bumper of one vehicle and the right front bumper of the other. The report identifies 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor for one driver. Four occupants were injured: two drivers and two passengers, all male, aged 31 to 39. Injuries included neck trauma and whiplash, with injury severity rated at level 3. None of the occupants were ejected, and all remained conscious. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash, but one driver’s improper turn led to the collision. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing on driver error and vehicle impact details.
Int 0179-2024Holden co-sponsors bill expanding tow pound capacity, boosting street safety.▸Council eyes bigger NYPD tow pounds. Bill demands enough space to haul away law-breaking cars. Public reports would track towing. Committee shelves action. Streets wait.
Int 0179-2024, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, would require the NYPD to run tow pounds with enough capacity to deter illegal driving. The bill, introduced February 28, 2024, and discussed again on April 28, 2025, reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to police department tow pound capacity.' Council Member Kamillah Hanks led as primary sponsor, joined by Feliz, Farías, Narcisse, Restler, Hudson, Louis, and Holden. The bill also calls for public reports on towing operations. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users.
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File Int 0179-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0227-2024Holden co-sponsors bill restricting commercial vehicle parking, boosting street safety.▸Council targets repair shops and rentals clogging city streets with business vehicles. Fines hit hard. Streets clear for people, not profit. Committee weighs next move.
Bill Int 0227-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after its introduction on February 28, 2024. The measure, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...prohibiting certain commercial establishments from parking vehicles on city streets,' cracks down on auto shops, rental businesses, and gas stations using public streets for business parking. Council Members Nantasha M. Williams (primary sponsor), Vickie Paladino, Erik D. Bottcher, and Robert F. Holden back the bill. Violators face $250–$400 daily fines and possible impoundment. The law aims to reclaim curb space for the public, not private fleets. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0227-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden co-sponsors bill restricting parking space reservation, no safety impact.▸Council moves to stop drivers from hogging curb. No more saving spots with cars. No more leaving vehicles parked for weeks. Streets clear, rules tight. Holden leads the charge. Committee weighs the bill.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using a car to reserve a public parking space and blocks parking in one spot for over five days. The matter title: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, now under committee review. The Department of Transportation must alert vehicle owners and stakeholders. No safety analyst has yet assessed the impact on pedestrians or cyclists.
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File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0161-2024Holden co-sponsors bill to require raised speed reducers, boosting street safety.▸Council wants DOT to check 100 speed camera spots a year for raised speed bumps. If possible, bumps go in within a year. DOT must track and report on driver behavior changes. No delay. No loopholes.
Int 0161-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Members Louis (primary), Carr, Ung, Holden, Ariola, Paladino, and Morano. The bill orders DOT to assess at least 100 speed camera locations each year for raised speed reducer feasibility. If feasible, DOT must install the bump within a year. The law demands annual reports on these checks and on shifts in dangerous driving at treated sites. The bill summary reads: 'requiring a raised speed reducer feasibility assessment at speed camera locations.' Council aims to force physical changes where cameras alone fail.
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File Int 0161-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden Supports Ban on Parking Space Hoarding and Overparking▸Council moves to stop drivers from hogging curb. No more saving spots with cars. No more leaving vehicles parked for weeks. Streets clear, rules tight. Holden leads the charge. Committee weighs the bill.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using a car to reserve a public parking space and blocks parking in one spot for over five days. The matter title: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, now under committee review. The Department of Transportation must alert vehicle owners and stakeholders. No safety analyst has yet assessed the impact on pedestrians or cyclists.
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File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden Supports Ban on Reserving and Hoarding Parking Spots▸Council moves to stop drivers from using cars as barricades. No more saving spots. No more leaving cars idle for days. Streets clear. Danger drops for those on foot and bike.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using vehicles to reserve parking and blocks cars from sitting in one spot over five days. The matter title reads: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, which also requires DOT outreach to alert drivers and stakeholders. No votes yet. The bill aims to keep curb space moving and cut hazards for people outside cars.
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File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden Supports Ban on Reserving and Hoarding Parking Spots▸Council moves to stop drivers from using cars as barricades. No more saving spots. No more leaving cars idle for days. Streets clear. Danger drops for those on foot and bike.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using vehicles to reserve parking and blocks cars from sitting in one spot over five days. The matter title reads: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, which also requires DOT outreach to alert drivers and stakeholders. No votes yet. The bill aims to keep curb space moving and cut hazards for people outside cars.
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File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
S 8658Gianaris sponsors congestion pricing bill, boosting transit use and street safety.▸Senate bill S 8658 orders $90 million for faster, more reliable buses and fare-free rides. Sponsors push MTA to act. Riders wait for relief. Streets choke on traffic. The city holds its breath.
Senate bill S 8658, introduced on February 27, 2024, sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'get congestion pricing right act,' directs the MTA to spend $45 million to boost bus frequency and reliability, and another $45 million to expand fare-free bus pilots in New York City. Senators Michael Gianaris (primary sponsor), Jabari Brisport, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, and Julia Salazar back the measure. The bill demands reporting on these investments. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users.
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File S 8658,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-27
Dennis P Gallagher Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Bill▸Danielle Aber died on Nassau Avenue. The driver, Stanley Manel, had 26 speed camera tickets. He faced minor charges. Officials demand action: lower speed limits, force repeat offenders to install speed controls, and redesign deadly streets. The city’s inaction kills.
"Assembly Member Gallagher carries legislation requiring drivers with six or more speeding tickets in a year – or with 11 or more points on their license in 18 months – to install an intelligent speed assistance device in their car that prevents speeding." -- Dennis P. Gallagher
On February 25, 2024, after Danielle Aber was killed by a repeat speeding driver in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, a coalition of elected officials demanded sweeping changes. The group—Assembly Member Emily Gallagher, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, Council Member Lincoln Restler, and U.S. Rep. Nydia Velázquez—called for passage of two state bills: one mandating intelligent speed assistance devices for drivers with six or more speeding tickets in a year, and 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let the City Council lower speed limits. Their statement read, 'We’re calling on the New York State legislature to pass two critical bills that would lead to fewer incidents of traffic violence.' They also urged the Department of Transportation to install raised crosswalks and daylighting at intersections, and to convert Nassau and Norman avenues to one-way streets. The officials’ push highlights the deadly gap in accountability and infrastructure that leaves vulnerable road users at risk.
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Greenpoint Woman Dies from Injuries Sustained in Crash,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-02-25
Box Truck Crushes Cyclist on Maurice Avenue▸A box truck struck a 47-year-old man on a bike, crushing him. He was thrown, suffered fatal head trauma, and died on the cold street. The truck kept straight. The man did not move again.
A fatal collision occurred on Maurice Avenue when a box truck struck a 47-year-old male cyclist, according to the police report. The narrative states the cyclist was thrown, crushed, and killed, suffering head trauma. The police report notes the truck 'kept straight' as it struck the cyclist, who lay still after impact. The contributing factor listed by police is 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but no specific driver error is cited in the data. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as recorded in the report, but this is not listed as a contributing factor to the crash. The violence of the impact and the truck's continued path underscore the danger faced by cyclists sharing streets with large vehicles.
Sedan Driver Distracted, Cyclist Ejected on 69 Street▸A sedan struck a northbound bicyclist on 69 Street. Driver inattention sent the rider flying. The cyclist suffered fractured and dislocated leg and foot. Another case of distraction maiming the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan struck a 22-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on 69 Street just after midnight. The sedan, initially parked, hit the cyclist with its left rear bumper. The impact ejected the rider, causing serious injuries: fractures, dislocations, and distortions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using safety equipment at the time, but no other factors were cited. This crash shows how a moment of driver distraction can inflict lasting harm on people outside the car.
Sedan Rear-Ends Carry All on Long Island Expressway▸A sedan struck the rear of a carry all vehicle on the Long Island Expressway. The front passenger in the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:10 on the Long Island Expressway. A 2019 sedan traveling west struck the center back end of a 2016 carry all vehicle also traveling west. The sedan was slowing or stopping before impact, while the carry all was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan's center back end and the carry all's center front end. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. A 25-year-old male front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The drivers of both vehicles were licensed in New York. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining safe following distance on a busy expressway.
S 2714Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Rear-Ended While Driving Straight▸A 67-year-old woman driving an SUV was injured when another vehicle made a right turn and struck her right rear quarter panel. The impact caused a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm. The crash happened on Maurice Avenue in Queens.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:15 on Maurice Avenue in Queens. The 67-year-old female driver of a 2016 SUV was traveling northeast, going straight ahead, when she was struck on the right rear quarter panel by another vehicle making a right turn. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" as a contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The collision caused damage to the right rear bumper of the SUV. No contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report.
Council eyes bigger NYPD tow pounds. Bill demands enough space to haul away law-breaking cars. Public reports would track towing. Committee shelves action. Streets wait.
Int 0179-2024, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, would require the NYPD to run tow pounds with enough capacity to deter illegal driving. The bill, introduced February 28, 2024, and discussed again on April 28, 2025, reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to police department tow pound capacity.' Council Member Kamillah Hanks led as primary sponsor, joined by Feliz, Farías, Narcisse, Restler, Hudson, Louis, and Holden. The bill also calls for public reports on towing operations. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users.
- File Int 0179-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28
Int 0227-2024Holden co-sponsors bill restricting commercial vehicle parking, boosting street safety.▸Council targets repair shops and rentals clogging city streets with business vehicles. Fines hit hard. Streets clear for people, not profit. Committee weighs next move.
Bill Int 0227-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after its introduction on February 28, 2024. The measure, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...prohibiting certain commercial establishments from parking vehicles on city streets,' cracks down on auto shops, rental businesses, and gas stations using public streets for business parking. Council Members Nantasha M. Williams (primary sponsor), Vickie Paladino, Erik D. Bottcher, and Robert F. Holden back the bill. Violators face $250–$400 daily fines and possible impoundment. The law aims to reclaim curb space for the public, not private fleets. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0227-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden co-sponsors bill restricting parking space reservation, no safety impact.▸Council moves to stop drivers from hogging curb. No more saving spots with cars. No more leaving vehicles parked for weeks. Streets clear, rules tight. Holden leads the charge. Committee weighs the bill.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using a car to reserve a public parking space and blocks parking in one spot for over five days. The matter title: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, now under committee review. The Department of Transportation must alert vehicle owners and stakeholders. No safety analyst has yet assessed the impact on pedestrians or cyclists.
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File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0161-2024Holden co-sponsors bill to require raised speed reducers, boosting street safety.▸Council wants DOT to check 100 speed camera spots a year for raised speed bumps. If possible, bumps go in within a year. DOT must track and report on driver behavior changes. No delay. No loopholes.
Int 0161-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Members Louis (primary), Carr, Ung, Holden, Ariola, Paladino, and Morano. The bill orders DOT to assess at least 100 speed camera locations each year for raised speed reducer feasibility. If feasible, DOT must install the bump within a year. The law demands annual reports on these checks and on shifts in dangerous driving at treated sites. The bill summary reads: 'requiring a raised speed reducer feasibility assessment at speed camera locations.' Council aims to force physical changes where cameras alone fail.
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File Int 0161-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden Supports Ban on Parking Space Hoarding and Overparking▸Council moves to stop drivers from hogging curb. No more saving spots with cars. No more leaving vehicles parked for weeks. Streets clear, rules tight. Holden leads the charge. Committee weighs the bill.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using a car to reserve a public parking space and blocks parking in one spot for over five days. The matter title: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, now under committee review. The Department of Transportation must alert vehicle owners and stakeholders. No safety analyst has yet assessed the impact on pedestrians or cyclists.
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File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden Supports Ban on Reserving and Hoarding Parking Spots▸Council moves to stop drivers from using cars as barricades. No more saving spots. No more leaving cars idle for days. Streets clear. Danger drops for those on foot and bike.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using vehicles to reserve parking and blocks cars from sitting in one spot over five days. The matter title reads: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, which also requires DOT outreach to alert drivers and stakeholders. No votes yet. The bill aims to keep curb space moving and cut hazards for people outside cars.
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File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden Supports Ban on Reserving and Hoarding Parking Spots▸Council moves to stop drivers from using cars as barricades. No more saving spots. No more leaving cars idle for days. Streets clear. Danger drops for those on foot and bike.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using vehicles to reserve parking and blocks cars from sitting in one spot over five days. The matter title reads: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, which also requires DOT outreach to alert drivers and stakeholders. No votes yet. The bill aims to keep curb space moving and cut hazards for people outside cars.
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File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
S 8658Gianaris sponsors congestion pricing bill, boosting transit use and street safety.▸Senate bill S 8658 orders $90 million for faster, more reliable buses and fare-free rides. Sponsors push MTA to act. Riders wait for relief. Streets choke on traffic. The city holds its breath.
Senate bill S 8658, introduced on February 27, 2024, sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'get congestion pricing right act,' directs the MTA to spend $45 million to boost bus frequency and reliability, and another $45 million to expand fare-free bus pilots in New York City. Senators Michael Gianaris (primary sponsor), Jabari Brisport, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, and Julia Salazar back the measure. The bill demands reporting on these investments. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users.
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File S 8658,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-27
Dennis P Gallagher Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Bill▸Danielle Aber died on Nassau Avenue. The driver, Stanley Manel, had 26 speed camera tickets. He faced minor charges. Officials demand action: lower speed limits, force repeat offenders to install speed controls, and redesign deadly streets. The city’s inaction kills.
"Assembly Member Gallagher carries legislation requiring drivers with six or more speeding tickets in a year – or with 11 or more points on their license in 18 months – to install an intelligent speed assistance device in their car that prevents speeding." -- Dennis P. Gallagher
On February 25, 2024, after Danielle Aber was killed by a repeat speeding driver in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, a coalition of elected officials demanded sweeping changes. The group—Assembly Member Emily Gallagher, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, Council Member Lincoln Restler, and U.S. Rep. Nydia Velázquez—called for passage of two state bills: one mandating intelligent speed assistance devices for drivers with six or more speeding tickets in a year, and 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let the City Council lower speed limits. Their statement read, 'We’re calling on the New York State legislature to pass two critical bills that would lead to fewer incidents of traffic violence.' They also urged the Department of Transportation to install raised crosswalks and daylighting at intersections, and to convert Nassau and Norman avenues to one-way streets. The officials’ push highlights the deadly gap in accountability and infrastructure that leaves vulnerable road users at risk.
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Greenpoint Woman Dies from Injuries Sustained in Crash,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-02-25
Box Truck Crushes Cyclist on Maurice Avenue▸A box truck struck a 47-year-old man on a bike, crushing him. He was thrown, suffered fatal head trauma, and died on the cold street. The truck kept straight. The man did not move again.
A fatal collision occurred on Maurice Avenue when a box truck struck a 47-year-old male cyclist, according to the police report. The narrative states the cyclist was thrown, crushed, and killed, suffering head trauma. The police report notes the truck 'kept straight' as it struck the cyclist, who lay still after impact. The contributing factor listed by police is 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but no specific driver error is cited in the data. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as recorded in the report, but this is not listed as a contributing factor to the crash. The violence of the impact and the truck's continued path underscore the danger faced by cyclists sharing streets with large vehicles.
Sedan Driver Distracted, Cyclist Ejected on 69 Street▸A sedan struck a northbound bicyclist on 69 Street. Driver inattention sent the rider flying. The cyclist suffered fractured and dislocated leg and foot. Another case of distraction maiming the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan struck a 22-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on 69 Street just after midnight. The sedan, initially parked, hit the cyclist with its left rear bumper. The impact ejected the rider, causing serious injuries: fractures, dislocations, and distortions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using safety equipment at the time, but no other factors were cited. This crash shows how a moment of driver distraction can inflict lasting harm on people outside the car.
Sedan Rear-Ends Carry All on Long Island Expressway▸A sedan struck the rear of a carry all vehicle on the Long Island Expressway. The front passenger in the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:10 on the Long Island Expressway. A 2019 sedan traveling west struck the center back end of a 2016 carry all vehicle also traveling west. The sedan was slowing or stopping before impact, while the carry all was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan's center back end and the carry all's center front end. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. A 25-year-old male front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The drivers of both vehicles were licensed in New York. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining safe following distance on a busy expressway.
S 2714Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Rear-Ended While Driving Straight▸A 67-year-old woman driving an SUV was injured when another vehicle made a right turn and struck her right rear quarter panel. The impact caused a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm. The crash happened on Maurice Avenue in Queens.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:15 on Maurice Avenue in Queens. The 67-year-old female driver of a 2016 SUV was traveling northeast, going straight ahead, when she was struck on the right rear quarter panel by another vehicle making a right turn. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" as a contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The collision caused damage to the right rear bumper of the SUV. No contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report.
Council targets repair shops and rentals clogging city streets with business vehicles. Fines hit hard. Streets clear for people, not profit. Committee weighs next move.
Bill Int 0227-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after its introduction on February 28, 2024. The measure, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...prohibiting certain commercial establishments from parking vehicles on city streets,' cracks down on auto shops, rental businesses, and gas stations using public streets for business parking. Council Members Nantasha M. Williams (primary sponsor), Vickie Paladino, Erik D. Bottcher, and Robert F. Holden back the bill. Violators face $250–$400 daily fines and possible impoundment. The law aims to reclaim curb space for the public, not private fleets. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File Int 0227-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden co-sponsors bill restricting parking space reservation, no safety impact.▸Council moves to stop drivers from hogging curb. No more saving spots with cars. No more leaving vehicles parked for weeks. Streets clear, rules tight. Holden leads the charge. Committee weighs the bill.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using a car to reserve a public parking space and blocks parking in one spot for over five days. The matter title: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, now under committee review. The Department of Transportation must alert vehicle owners and stakeholders. No safety analyst has yet assessed the impact on pedestrians or cyclists.
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File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0161-2024Holden co-sponsors bill to require raised speed reducers, boosting street safety.▸Council wants DOT to check 100 speed camera spots a year for raised speed bumps. If possible, bumps go in within a year. DOT must track and report on driver behavior changes. No delay. No loopholes.
Int 0161-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Members Louis (primary), Carr, Ung, Holden, Ariola, Paladino, and Morano. The bill orders DOT to assess at least 100 speed camera locations each year for raised speed reducer feasibility. If feasible, DOT must install the bump within a year. The law demands annual reports on these checks and on shifts in dangerous driving at treated sites. The bill summary reads: 'requiring a raised speed reducer feasibility assessment at speed camera locations.' Council aims to force physical changes where cameras alone fail.
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File Int 0161-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden Supports Ban on Parking Space Hoarding and Overparking▸Council moves to stop drivers from hogging curb. No more saving spots with cars. No more leaving vehicles parked for weeks. Streets clear, rules tight. Holden leads the charge. Committee weighs the bill.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using a car to reserve a public parking space and blocks parking in one spot for over five days. The matter title: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, now under committee review. The Department of Transportation must alert vehicle owners and stakeholders. No safety analyst has yet assessed the impact on pedestrians or cyclists.
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File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden Supports Ban on Reserving and Hoarding Parking Spots▸Council moves to stop drivers from using cars as barricades. No more saving spots. No more leaving cars idle for days. Streets clear. Danger drops for those on foot and bike.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using vehicles to reserve parking and blocks cars from sitting in one spot over five days. The matter title reads: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, which also requires DOT outreach to alert drivers and stakeholders. No votes yet. The bill aims to keep curb space moving and cut hazards for people outside cars.
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File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden Supports Ban on Reserving and Hoarding Parking Spots▸Council moves to stop drivers from using cars as barricades. No more saving spots. No more leaving cars idle for days. Streets clear. Danger drops for those on foot and bike.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using vehicles to reserve parking and blocks cars from sitting in one spot over five days. The matter title reads: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, which also requires DOT outreach to alert drivers and stakeholders. No votes yet. The bill aims to keep curb space moving and cut hazards for people outside cars.
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File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
S 8658Gianaris sponsors congestion pricing bill, boosting transit use and street safety.▸Senate bill S 8658 orders $90 million for faster, more reliable buses and fare-free rides. Sponsors push MTA to act. Riders wait for relief. Streets choke on traffic. The city holds its breath.
Senate bill S 8658, introduced on February 27, 2024, sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'get congestion pricing right act,' directs the MTA to spend $45 million to boost bus frequency and reliability, and another $45 million to expand fare-free bus pilots in New York City. Senators Michael Gianaris (primary sponsor), Jabari Brisport, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, and Julia Salazar back the measure. The bill demands reporting on these investments. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users.
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File S 8658,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-27
Dennis P Gallagher Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Bill▸Danielle Aber died on Nassau Avenue. The driver, Stanley Manel, had 26 speed camera tickets. He faced minor charges. Officials demand action: lower speed limits, force repeat offenders to install speed controls, and redesign deadly streets. The city’s inaction kills.
"Assembly Member Gallagher carries legislation requiring drivers with six or more speeding tickets in a year – or with 11 or more points on their license in 18 months – to install an intelligent speed assistance device in their car that prevents speeding." -- Dennis P. Gallagher
On February 25, 2024, after Danielle Aber was killed by a repeat speeding driver in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, a coalition of elected officials demanded sweeping changes. The group—Assembly Member Emily Gallagher, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, Council Member Lincoln Restler, and U.S. Rep. Nydia Velázquez—called for passage of two state bills: one mandating intelligent speed assistance devices for drivers with six or more speeding tickets in a year, and 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let the City Council lower speed limits. Their statement read, 'We’re calling on the New York State legislature to pass two critical bills that would lead to fewer incidents of traffic violence.' They also urged the Department of Transportation to install raised crosswalks and daylighting at intersections, and to convert Nassau and Norman avenues to one-way streets. The officials’ push highlights the deadly gap in accountability and infrastructure that leaves vulnerable road users at risk.
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Greenpoint Woman Dies from Injuries Sustained in Crash,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-02-25
Box Truck Crushes Cyclist on Maurice Avenue▸A box truck struck a 47-year-old man on a bike, crushing him. He was thrown, suffered fatal head trauma, and died on the cold street. The truck kept straight. The man did not move again.
A fatal collision occurred on Maurice Avenue when a box truck struck a 47-year-old male cyclist, according to the police report. The narrative states the cyclist was thrown, crushed, and killed, suffering head trauma. The police report notes the truck 'kept straight' as it struck the cyclist, who lay still after impact. The contributing factor listed by police is 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but no specific driver error is cited in the data. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as recorded in the report, but this is not listed as a contributing factor to the crash. The violence of the impact and the truck's continued path underscore the danger faced by cyclists sharing streets with large vehicles.
Sedan Driver Distracted, Cyclist Ejected on 69 Street▸A sedan struck a northbound bicyclist on 69 Street. Driver inattention sent the rider flying. The cyclist suffered fractured and dislocated leg and foot. Another case of distraction maiming the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan struck a 22-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on 69 Street just after midnight. The sedan, initially parked, hit the cyclist with its left rear bumper. The impact ejected the rider, causing serious injuries: fractures, dislocations, and distortions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using safety equipment at the time, but no other factors were cited. This crash shows how a moment of driver distraction can inflict lasting harm on people outside the car.
Sedan Rear-Ends Carry All on Long Island Expressway▸A sedan struck the rear of a carry all vehicle on the Long Island Expressway. The front passenger in the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:10 on the Long Island Expressway. A 2019 sedan traveling west struck the center back end of a 2016 carry all vehicle also traveling west. The sedan was slowing or stopping before impact, while the carry all was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan's center back end and the carry all's center front end. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. A 25-year-old male front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The drivers of both vehicles were licensed in New York. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining safe following distance on a busy expressway.
S 2714Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Rear-Ended While Driving Straight▸A 67-year-old woman driving an SUV was injured when another vehicle made a right turn and struck her right rear quarter panel. The impact caused a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm. The crash happened on Maurice Avenue in Queens.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:15 on Maurice Avenue in Queens. The 67-year-old female driver of a 2016 SUV was traveling northeast, going straight ahead, when she was struck on the right rear quarter panel by another vehicle making a right turn. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" as a contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The collision caused damage to the right rear bumper of the SUV. No contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report.
Council moves to stop drivers from hogging curb. No more saving spots with cars. No more leaving vehicles parked for weeks. Streets clear, rules tight. Holden leads the charge. Committee weighs the bill.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using a car to reserve a public parking space and blocks parking in one spot for over five days. The matter title: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, now under committee review. The Department of Transportation must alert vehicle owners and stakeholders. No safety analyst has yet assessed the impact on pedestrians or cyclists.
- File Int 0223-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28
Int 0161-2024Holden co-sponsors bill to require raised speed reducers, boosting street safety.▸Council wants DOT to check 100 speed camera spots a year for raised speed bumps. If possible, bumps go in within a year. DOT must track and report on driver behavior changes. No delay. No loopholes.
Int 0161-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Members Louis (primary), Carr, Ung, Holden, Ariola, Paladino, and Morano. The bill orders DOT to assess at least 100 speed camera locations each year for raised speed reducer feasibility. If feasible, DOT must install the bump within a year. The law demands annual reports on these checks and on shifts in dangerous driving at treated sites. The bill summary reads: 'requiring a raised speed reducer feasibility assessment at speed camera locations.' Council aims to force physical changes where cameras alone fail.
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File Int 0161-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden Supports Ban on Parking Space Hoarding and Overparking▸Council moves to stop drivers from hogging curb. No more saving spots with cars. No more leaving vehicles parked for weeks. Streets clear, rules tight. Holden leads the charge. Committee weighs the bill.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using a car to reserve a public parking space and blocks parking in one spot for over five days. The matter title: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, now under committee review. The Department of Transportation must alert vehicle owners and stakeholders. No safety analyst has yet assessed the impact on pedestrians or cyclists.
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File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden Supports Ban on Reserving and Hoarding Parking Spots▸Council moves to stop drivers from using cars as barricades. No more saving spots. No more leaving cars idle for days. Streets clear. Danger drops for those on foot and bike.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using vehicles to reserve parking and blocks cars from sitting in one spot over five days. The matter title reads: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, which also requires DOT outreach to alert drivers and stakeholders. No votes yet. The bill aims to keep curb space moving and cut hazards for people outside cars.
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File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden Supports Ban on Reserving and Hoarding Parking Spots▸Council moves to stop drivers from using cars as barricades. No more saving spots. No more leaving cars idle for days. Streets clear. Danger drops for those on foot and bike.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using vehicles to reserve parking and blocks cars from sitting in one spot over five days. The matter title reads: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, which also requires DOT outreach to alert drivers and stakeholders. No votes yet. The bill aims to keep curb space moving and cut hazards for people outside cars.
-
File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
S 8658Gianaris sponsors congestion pricing bill, boosting transit use and street safety.▸Senate bill S 8658 orders $90 million for faster, more reliable buses and fare-free rides. Sponsors push MTA to act. Riders wait for relief. Streets choke on traffic. The city holds its breath.
Senate bill S 8658, introduced on February 27, 2024, sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'get congestion pricing right act,' directs the MTA to spend $45 million to boost bus frequency and reliability, and another $45 million to expand fare-free bus pilots in New York City. Senators Michael Gianaris (primary sponsor), Jabari Brisport, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, and Julia Salazar back the measure. The bill demands reporting on these investments. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users.
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File S 8658,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-27
Dennis P Gallagher Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Bill▸Danielle Aber died on Nassau Avenue. The driver, Stanley Manel, had 26 speed camera tickets. He faced minor charges. Officials demand action: lower speed limits, force repeat offenders to install speed controls, and redesign deadly streets. The city’s inaction kills.
"Assembly Member Gallagher carries legislation requiring drivers with six or more speeding tickets in a year – or with 11 or more points on their license in 18 months – to install an intelligent speed assistance device in their car that prevents speeding." -- Dennis P. Gallagher
On February 25, 2024, after Danielle Aber was killed by a repeat speeding driver in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, a coalition of elected officials demanded sweeping changes. The group—Assembly Member Emily Gallagher, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, Council Member Lincoln Restler, and U.S. Rep. Nydia Velázquez—called for passage of two state bills: one mandating intelligent speed assistance devices for drivers with six or more speeding tickets in a year, and 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let the City Council lower speed limits. Their statement read, 'We’re calling on the New York State legislature to pass two critical bills that would lead to fewer incidents of traffic violence.' They also urged the Department of Transportation to install raised crosswalks and daylighting at intersections, and to convert Nassau and Norman avenues to one-way streets. The officials’ push highlights the deadly gap in accountability and infrastructure that leaves vulnerable road users at risk.
-
Greenpoint Woman Dies from Injuries Sustained in Crash,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-02-25
Box Truck Crushes Cyclist on Maurice Avenue▸A box truck struck a 47-year-old man on a bike, crushing him. He was thrown, suffered fatal head trauma, and died on the cold street. The truck kept straight. The man did not move again.
A fatal collision occurred on Maurice Avenue when a box truck struck a 47-year-old male cyclist, according to the police report. The narrative states the cyclist was thrown, crushed, and killed, suffering head trauma. The police report notes the truck 'kept straight' as it struck the cyclist, who lay still after impact. The contributing factor listed by police is 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but no specific driver error is cited in the data. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as recorded in the report, but this is not listed as a contributing factor to the crash. The violence of the impact and the truck's continued path underscore the danger faced by cyclists sharing streets with large vehicles.
Sedan Driver Distracted, Cyclist Ejected on 69 Street▸A sedan struck a northbound bicyclist on 69 Street. Driver inattention sent the rider flying. The cyclist suffered fractured and dislocated leg and foot. Another case of distraction maiming the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan struck a 22-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on 69 Street just after midnight. The sedan, initially parked, hit the cyclist with its left rear bumper. The impact ejected the rider, causing serious injuries: fractures, dislocations, and distortions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using safety equipment at the time, but no other factors were cited. This crash shows how a moment of driver distraction can inflict lasting harm on people outside the car.
Sedan Rear-Ends Carry All on Long Island Expressway▸A sedan struck the rear of a carry all vehicle on the Long Island Expressway. The front passenger in the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:10 on the Long Island Expressway. A 2019 sedan traveling west struck the center back end of a 2016 carry all vehicle also traveling west. The sedan was slowing or stopping before impact, while the carry all was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan's center back end and the carry all's center front end. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. A 25-year-old male front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The drivers of both vehicles were licensed in New York. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining safe following distance on a busy expressway.
S 2714Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Rear-Ended While Driving Straight▸A 67-year-old woman driving an SUV was injured when another vehicle made a right turn and struck her right rear quarter panel. The impact caused a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm. The crash happened on Maurice Avenue in Queens.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:15 on Maurice Avenue in Queens. The 67-year-old female driver of a 2016 SUV was traveling northeast, going straight ahead, when she was struck on the right rear quarter panel by another vehicle making a right turn. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" as a contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The collision caused damage to the right rear bumper of the SUV. No contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report.
Council wants DOT to check 100 speed camera spots a year for raised speed bumps. If possible, bumps go in within a year. DOT must track and report on driver behavior changes. No delay. No loopholes.
Int 0161-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Members Louis (primary), Carr, Ung, Holden, Ariola, Paladino, and Morano. The bill orders DOT to assess at least 100 speed camera locations each year for raised speed reducer feasibility. If feasible, DOT must install the bump within a year. The law demands annual reports on these checks and on shifts in dangerous driving at treated sites. The bill summary reads: 'requiring a raised speed reducer feasibility assessment at speed camera locations.' Council aims to force physical changes where cameras alone fail.
- File Int 0161-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden Supports Ban on Parking Space Hoarding and Overparking▸Council moves to stop drivers from hogging curb. No more saving spots with cars. No more leaving vehicles parked for weeks. Streets clear, rules tight. Holden leads the charge. Committee weighs the bill.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using a car to reserve a public parking space and blocks parking in one spot for over five days. The matter title: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, now under committee review. The Department of Transportation must alert vehicle owners and stakeholders. No safety analyst has yet assessed the impact on pedestrians or cyclists.
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File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden Supports Ban on Reserving and Hoarding Parking Spots▸Council moves to stop drivers from using cars as barricades. No more saving spots. No more leaving cars idle for days. Streets clear. Danger drops for those on foot and bike.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using vehicles to reserve parking and blocks cars from sitting in one spot over five days. The matter title reads: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, which also requires DOT outreach to alert drivers and stakeholders. No votes yet. The bill aims to keep curb space moving and cut hazards for people outside cars.
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File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden Supports Ban on Reserving and Hoarding Parking Spots▸Council moves to stop drivers from using cars as barricades. No more saving spots. No more leaving cars idle for days. Streets clear. Danger drops for those on foot and bike.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using vehicles to reserve parking and blocks cars from sitting in one spot over five days. The matter title reads: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, which also requires DOT outreach to alert drivers and stakeholders. No votes yet. The bill aims to keep curb space moving and cut hazards for people outside cars.
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File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
S 8658Gianaris sponsors congestion pricing bill, boosting transit use and street safety.▸Senate bill S 8658 orders $90 million for faster, more reliable buses and fare-free rides. Sponsors push MTA to act. Riders wait for relief. Streets choke on traffic. The city holds its breath.
Senate bill S 8658, introduced on February 27, 2024, sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'get congestion pricing right act,' directs the MTA to spend $45 million to boost bus frequency and reliability, and another $45 million to expand fare-free bus pilots in New York City. Senators Michael Gianaris (primary sponsor), Jabari Brisport, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, and Julia Salazar back the measure. The bill demands reporting on these investments. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users.
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File S 8658,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-27
Dennis P Gallagher Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Bill▸Danielle Aber died on Nassau Avenue. The driver, Stanley Manel, had 26 speed camera tickets. He faced minor charges. Officials demand action: lower speed limits, force repeat offenders to install speed controls, and redesign deadly streets. The city’s inaction kills.
"Assembly Member Gallagher carries legislation requiring drivers with six or more speeding tickets in a year – or with 11 or more points on their license in 18 months – to install an intelligent speed assistance device in their car that prevents speeding." -- Dennis P. Gallagher
On February 25, 2024, after Danielle Aber was killed by a repeat speeding driver in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, a coalition of elected officials demanded sweeping changes. The group—Assembly Member Emily Gallagher, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, Council Member Lincoln Restler, and U.S. Rep. Nydia Velázquez—called for passage of two state bills: one mandating intelligent speed assistance devices for drivers with six or more speeding tickets in a year, and 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let the City Council lower speed limits. Their statement read, 'We’re calling on the New York State legislature to pass two critical bills that would lead to fewer incidents of traffic violence.' They also urged the Department of Transportation to install raised crosswalks and daylighting at intersections, and to convert Nassau and Norman avenues to one-way streets. The officials’ push highlights the deadly gap in accountability and infrastructure that leaves vulnerable road users at risk.
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Greenpoint Woman Dies from Injuries Sustained in Crash,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-02-25
Box Truck Crushes Cyclist on Maurice Avenue▸A box truck struck a 47-year-old man on a bike, crushing him. He was thrown, suffered fatal head trauma, and died on the cold street. The truck kept straight. The man did not move again.
A fatal collision occurred on Maurice Avenue when a box truck struck a 47-year-old male cyclist, according to the police report. The narrative states the cyclist was thrown, crushed, and killed, suffering head trauma. The police report notes the truck 'kept straight' as it struck the cyclist, who lay still after impact. The contributing factor listed by police is 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but no specific driver error is cited in the data. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as recorded in the report, but this is not listed as a contributing factor to the crash. The violence of the impact and the truck's continued path underscore the danger faced by cyclists sharing streets with large vehicles.
Sedan Driver Distracted, Cyclist Ejected on 69 Street▸A sedan struck a northbound bicyclist on 69 Street. Driver inattention sent the rider flying. The cyclist suffered fractured and dislocated leg and foot. Another case of distraction maiming the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan struck a 22-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on 69 Street just after midnight. The sedan, initially parked, hit the cyclist with its left rear bumper. The impact ejected the rider, causing serious injuries: fractures, dislocations, and distortions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using safety equipment at the time, but no other factors were cited. This crash shows how a moment of driver distraction can inflict lasting harm on people outside the car.
Sedan Rear-Ends Carry All on Long Island Expressway▸A sedan struck the rear of a carry all vehicle on the Long Island Expressway. The front passenger in the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:10 on the Long Island Expressway. A 2019 sedan traveling west struck the center back end of a 2016 carry all vehicle also traveling west. The sedan was slowing or stopping before impact, while the carry all was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan's center back end and the carry all's center front end. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. A 25-year-old male front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The drivers of both vehicles were licensed in New York. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining safe following distance on a busy expressway.
S 2714Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Rear-Ended While Driving Straight▸A 67-year-old woman driving an SUV was injured when another vehicle made a right turn and struck her right rear quarter panel. The impact caused a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm. The crash happened on Maurice Avenue in Queens.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:15 on Maurice Avenue in Queens. The 67-year-old female driver of a 2016 SUV was traveling northeast, going straight ahead, when she was struck on the right rear quarter panel by another vehicle making a right turn. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" as a contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The collision caused damage to the right rear bumper of the SUV. No contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report.
Council moves to stop drivers from hogging curb. No more saving spots with cars. No more leaving vehicles parked for weeks. Streets clear, rules tight. Holden leads the charge. Committee weighs the bill.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using a car to reserve a public parking space and blocks parking in one spot for over five days. The matter title: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, now under committee review. The Department of Transportation must alert vehicle owners and stakeholders. No safety analyst has yet assessed the impact on pedestrians or cyclists.
- File Int 0223-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden Supports Ban on Reserving and Hoarding Parking Spots▸Council moves to stop drivers from using cars as barricades. No more saving spots. No more leaving cars idle for days. Streets clear. Danger drops for those on foot and bike.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using vehicles to reserve parking and blocks cars from sitting in one spot over five days. The matter title reads: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, which also requires DOT outreach to alert drivers and stakeholders. No votes yet. The bill aims to keep curb space moving and cut hazards for people outside cars.
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File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden Supports Ban on Reserving and Hoarding Parking Spots▸Council moves to stop drivers from using cars as barricades. No more saving spots. No more leaving cars idle for days. Streets clear. Danger drops for those on foot and bike.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using vehicles to reserve parking and blocks cars from sitting in one spot over five days. The matter title reads: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, which also requires DOT outreach to alert drivers and stakeholders. No votes yet. The bill aims to keep curb space moving and cut hazards for people outside cars.
-
File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
S 8658Gianaris sponsors congestion pricing bill, boosting transit use and street safety.▸Senate bill S 8658 orders $90 million for faster, more reliable buses and fare-free rides. Sponsors push MTA to act. Riders wait for relief. Streets choke on traffic. The city holds its breath.
Senate bill S 8658, introduced on February 27, 2024, sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'get congestion pricing right act,' directs the MTA to spend $45 million to boost bus frequency and reliability, and another $45 million to expand fare-free bus pilots in New York City. Senators Michael Gianaris (primary sponsor), Jabari Brisport, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, and Julia Salazar back the measure. The bill demands reporting on these investments. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users.
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File S 8658,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-27
Dennis P Gallagher Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Bill▸Danielle Aber died on Nassau Avenue. The driver, Stanley Manel, had 26 speed camera tickets. He faced minor charges. Officials demand action: lower speed limits, force repeat offenders to install speed controls, and redesign deadly streets. The city’s inaction kills.
"Assembly Member Gallagher carries legislation requiring drivers with six or more speeding tickets in a year – or with 11 or more points on their license in 18 months – to install an intelligent speed assistance device in their car that prevents speeding." -- Dennis P. Gallagher
On February 25, 2024, after Danielle Aber was killed by a repeat speeding driver in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, a coalition of elected officials demanded sweeping changes. The group—Assembly Member Emily Gallagher, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, Council Member Lincoln Restler, and U.S. Rep. Nydia Velázquez—called for passage of two state bills: one mandating intelligent speed assistance devices for drivers with six or more speeding tickets in a year, and 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let the City Council lower speed limits. Their statement read, 'We’re calling on the New York State legislature to pass two critical bills that would lead to fewer incidents of traffic violence.' They also urged the Department of Transportation to install raised crosswalks and daylighting at intersections, and to convert Nassau and Norman avenues to one-way streets. The officials’ push highlights the deadly gap in accountability and infrastructure that leaves vulnerable road users at risk.
-
Greenpoint Woman Dies from Injuries Sustained in Crash,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-02-25
Box Truck Crushes Cyclist on Maurice Avenue▸A box truck struck a 47-year-old man on a bike, crushing him. He was thrown, suffered fatal head trauma, and died on the cold street. The truck kept straight. The man did not move again.
A fatal collision occurred on Maurice Avenue when a box truck struck a 47-year-old male cyclist, according to the police report. The narrative states the cyclist was thrown, crushed, and killed, suffering head trauma. The police report notes the truck 'kept straight' as it struck the cyclist, who lay still after impact. The contributing factor listed by police is 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but no specific driver error is cited in the data. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as recorded in the report, but this is not listed as a contributing factor to the crash. The violence of the impact and the truck's continued path underscore the danger faced by cyclists sharing streets with large vehicles.
Sedan Driver Distracted, Cyclist Ejected on 69 Street▸A sedan struck a northbound bicyclist on 69 Street. Driver inattention sent the rider flying. The cyclist suffered fractured and dislocated leg and foot. Another case of distraction maiming the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan struck a 22-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on 69 Street just after midnight. The sedan, initially parked, hit the cyclist with its left rear bumper. The impact ejected the rider, causing serious injuries: fractures, dislocations, and distortions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using safety equipment at the time, but no other factors were cited. This crash shows how a moment of driver distraction can inflict lasting harm on people outside the car.
Sedan Rear-Ends Carry All on Long Island Expressway▸A sedan struck the rear of a carry all vehicle on the Long Island Expressway. The front passenger in the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:10 on the Long Island Expressway. A 2019 sedan traveling west struck the center back end of a 2016 carry all vehicle also traveling west. The sedan was slowing or stopping before impact, while the carry all was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan's center back end and the carry all's center front end. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. A 25-year-old male front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The drivers of both vehicles were licensed in New York. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining safe following distance on a busy expressway.
S 2714Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
-
File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Rear-Ended While Driving Straight▸A 67-year-old woman driving an SUV was injured when another vehicle made a right turn and struck her right rear quarter panel. The impact caused a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm. The crash happened on Maurice Avenue in Queens.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:15 on Maurice Avenue in Queens. The 67-year-old female driver of a 2016 SUV was traveling northeast, going straight ahead, when she was struck on the right rear quarter panel by another vehicle making a right turn. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" as a contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The collision caused damage to the right rear bumper of the SUV. No contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report.
Council moves to stop drivers from using cars as barricades. No more saving spots. No more leaving cars idle for days. Streets clear. Danger drops for those on foot and bike.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using vehicles to reserve parking and blocks cars from sitting in one spot over five days. The matter title reads: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, which also requires DOT outreach to alert drivers and stakeholders. No votes yet. The bill aims to keep curb space moving and cut hazards for people outside cars.
- File Int 0223-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28
Int 0223-2024Holden Supports Ban on Reserving and Hoarding Parking Spots▸Council moves to stop drivers from using cars as barricades. No more saving spots. No more leaving cars idle for days. Streets clear. Danger drops for those on foot and bike.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using vehicles to reserve parking and blocks cars from sitting in one spot over five days. The matter title reads: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, which also requires DOT outreach to alert drivers and stakeholders. No votes yet. The bill aims to keep curb space moving and cut hazards for people outside cars.
-
File Int 0223-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
S 8658Gianaris sponsors congestion pricing bill, boosting transit use and street safety.▸Senate bill S 8658 orders $90 million for faster, more reliable buses and fare-free rides. Sponsors push MTA to act. Riders wait for relief. Streets choke on traffic. The city holds its breath.
Senate bill S 8658, introduced on February 27, 2024, sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'get congestion pricing right act,' directs the MTA to spend $45 million to boost bus frequency and reliability, and another $45 million to expand fare-free bus pilots in New York City. Senators Michael Gianaris (primary sponsor), Jabari Brisport, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, and Julia Salazar back the measure. The bill demands reporting on these investments. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users.
-
File S 8658,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-27
Dennis P Gallagher Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Bill▸Danielle Aber died on Nassau Avenue. The driver, Stanley Manel, had 26 speed camera tickets. He faced minor charges. Officials demand action: lower speed limits, force repeat offenders to install speed controls, and redesign deadly streets. The city’s inaction kills.
"Assembly Member Gallagher carries legislation requiring drivers with six or more speeding tickets in a year – or with 11 or more points on their license in 18 months – to install an intelligent speed assistance device in their car that prevents speeding." -- Dennis P. Gallagher
On February 25, 2024, after Danielle Aber was killed by a repeat speeding driver in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, a coalition of elected officials demanded sweeping changes. The group—Assembly Member Emily Gallagher, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, Council Member Lincoln Restler, and U.S. Rep. Nydia Velázquez—called for passage of two state bills: one mandating intelligent speed assistance devices for drivers with six or more speeding tickets in a year, and 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let the City Council lower speed limits. Their statement read, 'We’re calling on the New York State legislature to pass two critical bills that would lead to fewer incidents of traffic violence.' They also urged the Department of Transportation to install raised crosswalks and daylighting at intersections, and to convert Nassau and Norman avenues to one-way streets. The officials’ push highlights the deadly gap in accountability and infrastructure that leaves vulnerable road users at risk.
-
Greenpoint Woman Dies from Injuries Sustained in Crash,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-02-25
Box Truck Crushes Cyclist on Maurice Avenue▸A box truck struck a 47-year-old man on a bike, crushing him. He was thrown, suffered fatal head trauma, and died on the cold street. The truck kept straight. The man did not move again.
A fatal collision occurred on Maurice Avenue when a box truck struck a 47-year-old male cyclist, according to the police report. The narrative states the cyclist was thrown, crushed, and killed, suffering head trauma. The police report notes the truck 'kept straight' as it struck the cyclist, who lay still after impact. The contributing factor listed by police is 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but no specific driver error is cited in the data. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as recorded in the report, but this is not listed as a contributing factor to the crash. The violence of the impact and the truck's continued path underscore the danger faced by cyclists sharing streets with large vehicles.
Sedan Driver Distracted, Cyclist Ejected on 69 Street▸A sedan struck a northbound bicyclist on 69 Street. Driver inattention sent the rider flying. The cyclist suffered fractured and dislocated leg and foot. Another case of distraction maiming the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan struck a 22-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on 69 Street just after midnight. The sedan, initially parked, hit the cyclist with its left rear bumper. The impact ejected the rider, causing serious injuries: fractures, dislocations, and distortions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using safety equipment at the time, but no other factors were cited. This crash shows how a moment of driver distraction can inflict lasting harm on people outside the car.
Sedan Rear-Ends Carry All on Long Island Expressway▸A sedan struck the rear of a carry all vehicle on the Long Island Expressway. The front passenger in the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:10 on the Long Island Expressway. A 2019 sedan traveling west struck the center back end of a 2016 carry all vehicle also traveling west. The sedan was slowing or stopping before impact, while the carry all was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan's center back end and the carry all's center front end. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. A 25-year-old male front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The drivers of both vehicles were licensed in New York. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining safe following distance on a busy expressway.
S 2714Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Rear-Ended While Driving Straight▸A 67-year-old woman driving an SUV was injured when another vehicle made a right turn and struck her right rear quarter panel. The impact caused a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm. The crash happened on Maurice Avenue in Queens.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:15 on Maurice Avenue in Queens. The 67-year-old female driver of a 2016 SUV was traveling northeast, going straight ahead, when she was struck on the right rear quarter panel by another vehicle making a right turn. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" as a contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The collision caused damage to the right rear bumper of the SUV. No contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report.
Council moves to stop drivers from using cars as barricades. No more saving spots. No more leaving cars idle for days. Streets clear. Danger drops for those on foot and bike.
Bill Int 0223-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Robert F. Holden, it bans using vehicles to reserve parking and blocks cars from sitting in one spot over five days. The matter title reads: 'prohibiting the use of a vehicle to reserve a parking space and prohibiting the continuous parking of a vehicle in the same location for more than five consecutive days.' Holden sponsored the bill, which also requires DOT outreach to alert drivers and stakeholders. No votes yet. The bill aims to keep curb space moving and cut hazards for people outside cars.
- File Int 0223-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28
S 8658Gianaris sponsors congestion pricing bill, boosting transit use and street safety.▸Senate bill S 8658 orders $90 million for faster, more reliable buses and fare-free rides. Sponsors push MTA to act. Riders wait for relief. Streets choke on traffic. The city holds its breath.
Senate bill S 8658, introduced on February 27, 2024, sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'get congestion pricing right act,' directs the MTA to spend $45 million to boost bus frequency and reliability, and another $45 million to expand fare-free bus pilots in New York City. Senators Michael Gianaris (primary sponsor), Jabari Brisport, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, and Julia Salazar back the measure. The bill demands reporting on these investments. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users.
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File S 8658,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-27
Dennis P Gallagher Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Bill▸Danielle Aber died on Nassau Avenue. The driver, Stanley Manel, had 26 speed camera tickets. He faced minor charges. Officials demand action: lower speed limits, force repeat offenders to install speed controls, and redesign deadly streets. The city’s inaction kills.
"Assembly Member Gallagher carries legislation requiring drivers with six or more speeding tickets in a year – or with 11 or more points on their license in 18 months – to install an intelligent speed assistance device in their car that prevents speeding." -- Dennis P. Gallagher
On February 25, 2024, after Danielle Aber was killed by a repeat speeding driver in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, a coalition of elected officials demanded sweeping changes. The group—Assembly Member Emily Gallagher, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, Council Member Lincoln Restler, and U.S. Rep. Nydia Velázquez—called for passage of two state bills: one mandating intelligent speed assistance devices for drivers with six or more speeding tickets in a year, and 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let the City Council lower speed limits. Their statement read, 'We’re calling on the New York State legislature to pass two critical bills that would lead to fewer incidents of traffic violence.' They also urged the Department of Transportation to install raised crosswalks and daylighting at intersections, and to convert Nassau and Norman avenues to one-way streets. The officials’ push highlights the deadly gap in accountability and infrastructure that leaves vulnerable road users at risk.
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Greenpoint Woman Dies from Injuries Sustained in Crash,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-02-25
Box Truck Crushes Cyclist on Maurice Avenue▸A box truck struck a 47-year-old man on a bike, crushing him. He was thrown, suffered fatal head trauma, and died on the cold street. The truck kept straight. The man did not move again.
A fatal collision occurred on Maurice Avenue when a box truck struck a 47-year-old male cyclist, according to the police report. The narrative states the cyclist was thrown, crushed, and killed, suffering head trauma. The police report notes the truck 'kept straight' as it struck the cyclist, who lay still after impact. The contributing factor listed by police is 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but no specific driver error is cited in the data. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as recorded in the report, but this is not listed as a contributing factor to the crash. The violence of the impact and the truck's continued path underscore the danger faced by cyclists sharing streets with large vehicles.
Sedan Driver Distracted, Cyclist Ejected on 69 Street▸A sedan struck a northbound bicyclist on 69 Street. Driver inattention sent the rider flying. The cyclist suffered fractured and dislocated leg and foot. Another case of distraction maiming the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan struck a 22-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on 69 Street just after midnight. The sedan, initially parked, hit the cyclist with its left rear bumper. The impact ejected the rider, causing serious injuries: fractures, dislocations, and distortions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using safety equipment at the time, but no other factors were cited. This crash shows how a moment of driver distraction can inflict lasting harm on people outside the car.
Sedan Rear-Ends Carry All on Long Island Expressway▸A sedan struck the rear of a carry all vehicle on the Long Island Expressway. The front passenger in the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:10 on the Long Island Expressway. A 2019 sedan traveling west struck the center back end of a 2016 carry all vehicle also traveling west. The sedan was slowing or stopping before impact, while the carry all was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan's center back end and the carry all's center front end. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. A 25-year-old male front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The drivers of both vehicles were licensed in New York. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining safe following distance on a busy expressway.
S 2714Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Rear-Ended While Driving Straight▸A 67-year-old woman driving an SUV was injured when another vehicle made a right turn and struck her right rear quarter panel. The impact caused a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm. The crash happened on Maurice Avenue in Queens.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:15 on Maurice Avenue in Queens. The 67-year-old female driver of a 2016 SUV was traveling northeast, going straight ahead, when she was struck on the right rear quarter panel by another vehicle making a right turn. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" as a contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The collision caused damage to the right rear bumper of the SUV. No contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report.
Senate bill S 8658 orders $90 million for faster, more reliable buses and fare-free rides. Sponsors push MTA to act. Riders wait for relief. Streets choke on traffic. The city holds its breath.
Senate bill S 8658, introduced on February 27, 2024, sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'get congestion pricing right act,' directs the MTA to spend $45 million to boost bus frequency and reliability, and another $45 million to expand fare-free bus pilots in New York City. Senators Michael Gianaris (primary sponsor), Jabari Brisport, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, and Julia Salazar back the measure. The bill demands reporting on these investments. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users.
- File S 8658, Open States, Published 2024-02-27
Dennis P Gallagher Supports Safety Boosting Speed Assistance Device Bill▸Danielle Aber died on Nassau Avenue. The driver, Stanley Manel, had 26 speed camera tickets. He faced minor charges. Officials demand action: lower speed limits, force repeat offenders to install speed controls, and redesign deadly streets. The city’s inaction kills.
"Assembly Member Gallagher carries legislation requiring drivers with six or more speeding tickets in a year – or with 11 or more points on their license in 18 months – to install an intelligent speed assistance device in their car that prevents speeding." -- Dennis P. Gallagher
On February 25, 2024, after Danielle Aber was killed by a repeat speeding driver in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, a coalition of elected officials demanded sweeping changes. The group—Assembly Member Emily Gallagher, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, Council Member Lincoln Restler, and U.S. Rep. Nydia Velázquez—called for passage of two state bills: one mandating intelligent speed assistance devices for drivers with six or more speeding tickets in a year, and 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let the City Council lower speed limits. Their statement read, 'We’re calling on the New York State legislature to pass two critical bills that would lead to fewer incidents of traffic violence.' They also urged the Department of Transportation to install raised crosswalks and daylighting at intersections, and to convert Nassau and Norman avenues to one-way streets. The officials’ push highlights the deadly gap in accountability and infrastructure that leaves vulnerable road users at risk.
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Greenpoint Woman Dies from Injuries Sustained in Crash,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-02-25
Box Truck Crushes Cyclist on Maurice Avenue▸A box truck struck a 47-year-old man on a bike, crushing him. He was thrown, suffered fatal head trauma, and died on the cold street. The truck kept straight. The man did not move again.
A fatal collision occurred on Maurice Avenue when a box truck struck a 47-year-old male cyclist, according to the police report. The narrative states the cyclist was thrown, crushed, and killed, suffering head trauma. The police report notes the truck 'kept straight' as it struck the cyclist, who lay still after impact. The contributing factor listed by police is 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but no specific driver error is cited in the data. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as recorded in the report, but this is not listed as a contributing factor to the crash. The violence of the impact and the truck's continued path underscore the danger faced by cyclists sharing streets with large vehicles.
Sedan Driver Distracted, Cyclist Ejected on 69 Street▸A sedan struck a northbound bicyclist on 69 Street. Driver inattention sent the rider flying. The cyclist suffered fractured and dislocated leg and foot. Another case of distraction maiming the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan struck a 22-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on 69 Street just after midnight. The sedan, initially parked, hit the cyclist with its left rear bumper. The impact ejected the rider, causing serious injuries: fractures, dislocations, and distortions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using safety equipment at the time, but no other factors were cited. This crash shows how a moment of driver distraction can inflict lasting harm on people outside the car.
Sedan Rear-Ends Carry All on Long Island Expressway▸A sedan struck the rear of a carry all vehicle on the Long Island Expressway. The front passenger in the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:10 on the Long Island Expressway. A 2019 sedan traveling west struck the center back end of a 2016 carry all vehicle also traveling west. The sedan was slowing or stopping before impact, while the carry all was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan's center back end and the carry all's center front end. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. A 25-year-old male front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The drivers of both vehicles were licensed in New York. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining safe following distance on a busy expressway.
S 2714Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Rear-Ended While Driving Straight▸A 67-year-old woman driving an SUV was injured when another vehicle made a right turn and struck her right rear quarter panel. The impact caused a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm. The crash happened on Maurice Avenue in Queens.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:15 on Maurice Avenue in Queens. The 67-year-old female driver of a 2016 SUV was traveling northeast, going straight ahead, when she was struck on the right rear quarter panel by another vehicle making a right turn. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" as a contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The collision caused damage to the right rear bumper of the SUV. No contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report.
Danielle Aber died on Nassau Avenue. The driver, Stanley Manel, had 26 speed camera tickets. He faced minor charges. Officials demand action: lower speed limits, force repeat offenders to install speed controls, and redesign deadly streets. The city’s inaction kills.
"Assembly Member Gallagher carries legislation requiring drivers with six or more speeding tickets in a year – or with 11 or more points on their license in 18 months – to install an intelligent speed assistance device in their car that prevents speeding." -- Dennis P. Gallagher
On February 25, 2024, after Danielle Aber was killed by a repeat speeding driver in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, a coalition of elected officials demanded sweeping changes. The group—Assembly Member Emily Gallagher, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, Council Member Lincoln Restler, and U.S. Rep. Nydia Velázquez—called for passage of two state bills: one mandating intelligent speed assistance devices for drivers with six or more speeding tickets in a year, and 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let the City Council lower speed limits. Their statement read, 'We’re calling on the New York State legislature to pass two critical bills that would lead to fewer incidents of traffic violence.' They also urged the Department of Transportation to install raised crosswalks and daylighting at intersections, and to convert Nassau and Norman avenues to one-way streets. The officials’ push highlights the deadly gap in accountability and infrastructure that leaves vulnerable road users at risk.
- Greenpoint Woman Dies from Injuries Sustained in Crash, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-02-25
Box Truck Crushes Cyclist on Maurice Avenue▸A box truck struck a 47-year-old man on a bike, crushing him. He was thrown, suffered fatal head trauma, and died on the cold street. The truck kept straight. The man did not move again.
A fatal collision occurred on Maurice Avenue when a box truck struck a 47-year-old male cyclist, according to the police report. The narrative states the cyclist was thrown, crushed, and killed, suffering head trauma. The police report notes the truck 'kept straight' as it struck the cyclist, who lay still after impact. The contributing factor listed by police is 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but no specific driver error is cited in the data. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as recorded in the report, but this is not listed as a contributing factor to the crash. The violence of the impact and the truck's continued path underscore the danger faced by cyclists sharing streets with large vehicles.
Sedan Driver Distracted, Cyclist Ejected on 69 Street▸A sedan struck a northbound bicyclist on 69 Street. Driver inattention sent the rider flying. The cyclist suffered fractured and dislocated leg and foot. Another case of distraction maiming the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan struck a 22-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on 69 Street just after midnight. The sedan, initially parked, hit the cyclist with its left rear bumper. The impact ejected the rider, causing serious injuries: fractures, dislocations, and distortions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using safety equipment at the time, but no other factors were cited. This crash shows how a moment of driver distraction can inflict lasting harm on people outside the car.
Sedan Rear-Ends Carry All on Long Island Expressway▸A sedan struck the rear of a carry all vehicle on the Long Island Expressway. The front passenger in the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:10 on the Long Island Expressway. A 2019 sedan traveling west struck the center back end of a 2016 carry all vehicle also traveling west. The sedan was slowing or stopping before impact, while the carry all was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan's center back end and the carry all's center front end. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. A 25-year-old male front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The drivers of both vehicles were licensed in New York. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining safe following distance on a busy expressway.
S 2714Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Rear-Ended While Driving Straight▸A 67-year-old woman driving an SUV was injured when another vehicle made a right turn and struck her right rear quarter panel. The impact caused a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm. The crash happened on Maurice Avenue in Queens.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:15 on Maurice Avenue in Queens. The 67-year-old female driver of a 2016 SUV was traveling northeast, going straight ahead, when she was struck on the right rear quarter panel by another vehicle making a right turn. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" as a contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The collision caused damage to the right rear bumper of the SUV. No contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report.
A box truck struck a 47-year-old man on a bike, crushing him. He was thrown, suffered fatal head trauma, and died on the cold street. The truck kept straight. The man did not move again.
A fatal collision occurred on Maurice Avenue when a box truck struck a 47-year-old male cyclist, according to the police report. The narrative states the cyclist was thrown, crushed, and killed, suffering head trauma. The police report notes the truck 'kept straight' as it struck the cyclist, who lay still after impact. The contributing factor listed by police is 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but no specific driver error is cited in the data. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as recorded in the report, but this is not listed as a contributing factor to the crash. The violence of the impact and the truck's continued path underscore the danger faced by cyclists sharing streets with large vehicles.
Sedan Driver Distracted, Cyclist Ejected on 69 Street▸A sedan struck a northbound bicyclist on 69 Street. Driver inattention sent the rider flying. The cyclist suffered fractured and dislocated leg and foot. Another case of distraction maiming the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan struck a 22-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on 69 Street just after midnight. The sedan, initially parked, hit the cyclist with its left rear bumper. The impact ejected the rider, causing serious injuries: fractures, dislocations, and distortions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using safety equipment at the time, but no other factors were cited. This crash shows how a moment of driver distraction can inflict lasting harm on people outside the car.
Sedan Rear-Ends Carry All on Long Island Expressway▸A sedan struck the rear of a carry all vehicle on the Long Island Expressway. The front passenger in the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:10 on the Long Island Expressway. A 2019 sedan traveling west struck the center back end of a 2016 carry all vehicle also traveling west. The sedan was slowing or stopping before impact, while the carry all was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan's center back end and the carry all's center front end. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. A 25-year-old male front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The drivers of both vehicles were licensed in New York. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining safe following distance on a busy expressway.
S 2714Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
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Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Rear-Ended While Driving Straight▸A 67-year-old woman driving an SUV was injured when another vehicle made a right turn and struck her right rear quarter panel. The impact caused a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm. The crash happened on Maurice Avenue in Queens.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:15 on Maurice Avenue in Queens. The 67-year-old female driver of a 2016 SUV was traveling northeast, going straight ahead, when she was struck on the right rear quarter panel by another vehicle making a right turn. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" as a contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The collision caused damage to the right rear bumper of the SUV. No contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report.
A sedan struck a northbound bicyclist on 69 Street. Driver inattention sent the rider flying. The cyclist suffered fractured and dislocated leg and foot. Another case of distraction maiming the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan struck a 22-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on 69 Street just after midnight. The sedan, initially parked, hit the cyclist with its left rear bumper. The impact ejected the rider, causing serious injuries: fractures, dislocations, and distortions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using safety equipment at the time, but no other factors were cited. This crash shows how a moment of driver distraction can inflict lasting harm on people outside the car.
Sedan Rear-Ends Carry All on Long Island Expressway▸A sedan struck the rear of a carry all vehicle on the Long Island Expressway. The front passenger in the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:10 on the Long Island Expressway. A 2019 sedan traveling west struck the center back end of a 2016 carry all vehicle also traveling west. The sedan was slowing or stopping before impact, while the carry all was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan's center back end and the carry all's center front end. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. A 25-year-old male front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The drivers of both vehicles were licensed in New York. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining safe following distance on a busy expressway.
S 2714Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Rear-Ended While Driving Straight▸A 67-year-old woman driving an SUV was injured when another vehicle made a right turn and struck her right rear quarter panel. The impact caused a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm. The crash happened on Maurice Avenue in Queens.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:15 on Maurice Avenue in Queens. The 67-year-old female driver of a 2016 SUV was traveling northeast, going straight ahead, when she was struck on the right rear quarter panel by another vehicle making a right turn. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" as a contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The collision caused damage to the right rear bumper of the SUV. No contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report.
A sedan struck the rear of a carry all vehicle on the Long Island Expressway. The front passenger in the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:10 on the Long Island Expressway. A 2019 sedan traveling west struck the center back end of a 2016 carry all vehicle also traveling west. The sedan was slowing or stopping before impact, while the carry all was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan's center back end and the carry all's center front end. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the collision. A 25-year-old male front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The drivers of both vehicles were licensed in New York. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining safe following distance on a busy expressway.
S 2714Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Rear-Ended While Driving Straight▸A 67-year-old woman driving an SUV was injured when another vehicle made a right turn and struck her right rear quarter panel. The impact caused a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm. The crash happened on Maurice Avenue in Queens.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:15 on Maurice Avenue in Queens. The 67-year-old female driver of a 2016 SUV was traveling northeast, going straight ahead, when she was struck on the right rear quarter panel by another vehicle making a right turn. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" as a contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The collision caused damage to the right rear bumper of the SUV. No contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report.
Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
- File S 2714, Open States, Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Rear-Ended While Driving Straight▸A 67-year-old woman driving an SUV was injured when another vehicle made a right turn and struck her right rear quarter panel. The impact caused a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm. The crash happened on Maurice Avenue in Queens.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:15 on Maurice Avenue in Queens. The 67-year-old female driver of a 2016 SUV was traveling northeast, going straight ahead, when she was struck on the right rear quarter panel by another vehicle making a right turn. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" as a contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The collision caused damage to the right rear bumper of the SUV. No contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report.
Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
- File S 2714, Open States, Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Rear-Ended While Driving Straight▸A 67-year-old woman driving an SUV was injured when another vehicle made a right turn and struck her right rear quarter panel. The impact caused a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm. The crash happened on Maurice Avenue in Queens.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:15 on Maurice Avenue in Queens. The 67-year-old female driver of a 2016 SUV was traveling northeast, going straight ahead, when she was struck on the right rear quarter panel by another vehicle making a right turn. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" as a contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The collision caused damage to the right rear bumper of the SUV. No contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report.
Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
- File S 2714, Open States, Published 2024-02-13
SUV Rear-Ended While Driving Straight▸A 67-year-old woman driving an SUV was injured when another vehicle made a right turn and struck her right rear quarter panel. The impact caused a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm. The crash happened on Maurice Avenue in Queens.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:15 on Maurice Avenue in Queens. The 67-year-old female driver of a 2016 SUV was traveling northeast, going straight ahead, when she was struck on the right rear quarter panel by another vehicle making a right turn. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" as a contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The collision caused damage to the right rear bumper of the SUV. No contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report.
A 67-year-old woman driving an SUV was injured when another vehicle made a right turn and struck her right rear quarter panel. The impact caused a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm. The crash happened on Maurice Avenue in Queens.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:15 on Maurice Avenue in Queens. The 67-year-old female driver of a 2016 SUV was traveling northeast, going straight ahead, when she was struck on the right rear quarter panel by another vehicle making a right turn. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" as a contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The collision caused damage to the right rear bumper of the SUV. No contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report.